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  • Jimmy Chapman avatar

    When Human Barriers Come Down, Heavenly Blessings Come Down! Series

    Contributed by Jimmy Chapman on Jan 20, 2008
    based on 24 ratings
     | 15,331 views

    We all have built-in prejudices that God must break down before we be truly effective with the Gospel. We see Him doing just that in our text.

    When human barriers come down, HEAVENLY BLESSINGS come down! Acts 10:1-34 Have you ever noticed that the guy driving slower than you is always a jerk, whereas the guy driving faster than you is always a maniac? By fallen nature, we’re all prone to justify ourselves and to condemn those who ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Holding Each Other Accountable In Small Groups

    Contributed by R. David Reynolds on Aug 25, 2007
    based on 22 ratings
     | 8,416 views

    Based on the New Testament Church and John Wesley’s concept of the Classmeeting, this sermon affirms the necessity of being in a small, accountability group for disciples to grow to be more like Jesus.

    Holding Each Other Accountable in Small Groups --I Thessalonians 5:11 and James 5:16 In October I return to my alma mater Asbury Theological Seminary for our fifth of six sessions in the Spiritual Leaders’ Academy. The Lily Foundation has fully funded our participation in the Academy, and one of ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Jonathan McLeod avatar

    The One Who Is Misunderstood Series

    Contributed by Jonathan Mcleod on May 20, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,338 views

    Why do so many people misuderstand the true identity of Jesus? Many times it is a choice.

    Who is Jesus Christ? This is the ultimate question. Many answers have been given. • Muslims believe Jesus was a great prophet sent by God, but superseded by Mohammed. • Buddhists believe Jesus was a wise and enlightened man. • Mormons believe Jesus was a man who became a god. • Jehovah’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Holy Amputee

    Contributed by David Hicks on Nov 15, 2006
    based on 3 ratings
     | 2,867 views

    Jesus expects us to deal ruthlessly with our own sin.

    A Holy Amputee Matthew 5:27-30 I’d like to read the following from a Grand Junction, Colorado News Article from May 2, 2003: With no water and as little hope of survival, Aspen mountaineer Aron Ralston, 27, used a pocketknife to amputate his own arm and free himself from a boulder weighing ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

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    Bring Me To Life

    Contributed by Wes Humble on Nov 17, 2006
    based on 64 ratings
     | 18,740 views

    Easter Sermon

    It was on the first day of the week when Mary Magdalene came to the tomb where Jesus body had been laid. She was startled to see that the grave had been opened. The scripture for today’s sermon is found in John 20:11-18. We pick up the narrative on that first Easter morning and this is what we ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    Making A Molehill Out Of A Mountain Series

    Contributed by Victor Yap on Dec 18, 2007
    based on 5 ratings
     | 7,846 views

    Apostles, Pt. 11

    MAKING A MOLEHILL OUT OF A MOUNTAIN (LUKE 9:51-56) The widely respected Indianapolis Colts coach and Superbowl winner Tony Dungy is the epitome of cool, calmness and composure. Peyton Manning credited Dungy's calm demeanor as critical to the team’s rally from an 18-point deficit against the New ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    The Servant Of God Series

    Contributed by Victor Yap on Dec 19, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,248 views

    Moses, Pt. 14 (Final)

    THE SERVANT OF GOD (DEUTERONOMY 34) A friend sent me an e-mail with the subject “God’s resume.” The cover letter reads: To Whom It May Concern, I heard you were considering a new manager in your life. I would like to apply for the job. I believe I am the most qualified candidate. I created the ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Jeff Strite avatar

    His Personality Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Nov 9, 2008
    based on 65 ratings
     | 28,523 views

    Many people have problems understanding God’s Spirit. Is He a "He"? Is He part of a "trinity"? Does He even have a purpose in my life?

    OPEN: A missionary named Herbert Jackson who told of being given car that wouldn’t start without a push. After pondering his problem, he devised a plan. He went to school near his home, got permission to take some children out of class, and had them give his car push to get it started. As he ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Gordon Curley avatar

    Who? & How? Series

    Contributed by Gordon Curley on Nov 21, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,656 views

    Living Right. (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request - email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

    Psalms 15: Who? & How? Reading: Psalms 15 Quote: John J. Plomp “You know that children are growing up when they start asking questions that have answers”. Ill: • A friend once asked Isidor I. Rabi, • A Nobel prize winner in science, how he became a ...read more

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    Denomination: Brethren

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    Psalm 16

    Contributed by Gordon Curley on Nov 21, 2010
     | 6,114 views

    Psalm 16. (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request - email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

    Psalm 16. Reading: Psalm 16. • Is a song of confidence, • And in the final verses David prophesies the resurrection of Jesus. (1). A Prayer (verse 1-3) “Keep me safe, O God, for in you I take refuge. I said to the LORD , "You are my Lord; apart from you I have ...read more

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    Denomination: Brethren

  • MELVIN NEWLAND avatar

    Do Something About It - Now! Series

    Contributed by Melvin Newland on Nov 25, 2010
    based on 28 ratings
     | 36,963 views

    They were now facing 4 major problems, & Nehemiah had to deal with them decisively before they destroyed everything that God was seeking to do through His people.

    MELVIN NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK (This is the eleventh of a Leadership series featuring Nehemiah. Some ideas & illustrations in these messages were based on or benefited greatly from, to ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Rodney V Johnson avatar

    The Choice To Give Thanks

    Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Nov 27, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 11,054 views

    This message focuses on our choosing to give thanks with a grateful heart.

    The Choice To Give Thanks Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18; Philippians 3:7-14; James 3:8-12 Introduction: We have completed our Thanksgiving celebration and are preparing for Christmas. Although Thanksgiving is a national holiday, not everyone in the United States celebrate it. Those who ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Rob Culler avatar

    The Scandal Of The Virgin Birth Series

    Contributed by Rob Culler on Nov 29, 2010
     | 6,647 views

    How we respond is more important than whether or not God explains himself.

    Scandals of Christmas: Part 1—The Scandal of the Virgin Birth Introduction In some ways it is an interesting time to begin this new series. It was this weekend, one year ago, that news of a potential scandal involving golfer Tiger Woods began playing out in the media. As always seems to be ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Brad Bailey avatar

    Walking It Out Series

    Contributed by Brad Bailey on Jul 21, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,628 views

    But as noted… we often find ourselves in tensions between two feelings … the tension between a spirit of legalism and a spirit license.

    Walking in True Freedom Part 2 – Walking It Out Brad Bailey – July 15, 2007 One question I asked last week…Are you free to do anything you want (if within your means)? Yes… but somehow we sense that’s not the greatest news to hear… it helps us think about what true freedom is… spiritual ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    A Slave For Christ Part 1 Series

    Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Jan 7, 2012
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,133 views

    This is part one of my series focused on slavery and how we should become slaves for Christ. this series was inspired by a book I read by Michael card titled "A Better Freedom." In part one I examine slavery in general and how Christ became a slave to sva

    A Slave For Christ Part 1 (Inspired by the book: “A Better Freedom” by Michael Card) Scripture: Philippians 2:5-8; Matthew 20:28; Exodus 21:32 Introduction: As we begin this new year, I want to take you back to a very difficult time in American history – the time of ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational