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  • Chris Surber avatar

    World Religions - 3 Buddhism

    Contributed by Chris Surber on Nov 20, 2008
    based on 3 ratings
     | 4,548 views

    In Buddhism enlightenment is achieved through pouring one’s self out. In Christ, grace has been poured out unto us!

    What About Buddhism? Titus 3:1-7 Introduction Frederick Buechner, in his book Now and Then, has a section on his comparison of the teachings of Buddha and of Jesus Christ, a topic he wrestled with when he was teaching at Phillips Exeter Academy: “Finally, lest students of comparative religion be ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    Blessed To Be A Blessing

    Contributed by Keith Broyles on Nov 24, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 10,413 views

    Why are some of us spared during natural disasters while others seem to have so much loss? Why does God bless us and not others?

    Though I grew up on the Texas Gulf coast, and lived here most of my life, except when I was in the Navy and the first 12 years I was in the ministry, this was the first time that I evacuated for a hurricane and it actually hit, leaving real impact close to where I lived. Living in Houston and ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Angry Over Vines

    Contributed by Tim Patrick on Dec 1, 2008
    based on 45 ratings
     | 18,385 views

    This sermon examines our pre-occupation with things as opposed to the need to focus on God’s work of evangelism and missions.

    Have you ever found yourself getting angry over something that is foolish? These little episodes reveal something about the human personality. I read a story that reveals this truth. One dark rainy night a salesman had a flat tire on a lonely road. To his dismay he had no lug wrench. Seeing a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Christmas Colors

    Contributed by Tim Zingale on Dec 22, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,836 views

    A Christmas Eve Sermon

    Christmas Eve Luke 2:1-20 “Christmas Colors” A window opened in the yellow straw, as a black nose, two pinkish ears and a gray paw poked out to see the strange sound in that stable. The gray little mouse saw the brown hues of the ox, the donkey and the camel in the silver glow of that star. ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    The Threatened King (Pastor Glenys) Series

    Contributed by Dale Pilgrim on Jan 5, 2009
    based on 2 ratings
     | 3,606 views

    When ‘bumped’ or jolted or walloped, the content of who we are is laid bare.

    Introduction Every story has its bad ‘guy’ it seems. Whether its Cinderella’s evil stepmother, Snow White’s jealous queen or 101 Dalmatians ‘Cruella De Vil’, the evil one plays a part that amplifies the drama. However, as we have discovered, the trend in these classics seem to be a bad ‘gal’! ...read more

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    Denomination: Salvation Army

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    Aren't You God?

    Contributed by Aaron Kilbourn on Sep 9, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,994 views

    Along with the beautiful promises of God is the conditional clause of severe discipline if we break His commands and His laws.

    In 1969, in Pass Christian, Mississippi, a group of people were preparing to have a "hurricane party" in the face of a storm named Camille. Were they ignorant of the dangers? Could they have been overconfident? Did they let their egos and pride influence their decision? We will never know. What ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Am I A Messy Christian? Series

    Contributed by David Selleck on Oct 26, 2006
     | 10,467 views

    Series of four sermons using Micheal Yaconelli’s book "Messy Spirituality" God’s Annoying Love for Imperfect People

    Template Oct 1, Messy Spiritualism Series 1 2006 World Communion Sunday Messages adapted from Messy Spirituality by Michael Yaconelli. Felt Need: Does God accept me with all my baggage, shortcomings, sins? Desired Outcome: To understand that God always is seeking and loving the least of ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Always Enough Series

    Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Nov 11, 2006
    based on 20 ratings
     | 11,423 views

    God’s grace is always enough no matter what the circumstances may be.

    Always Enough Text: 2 Cor. 12:7-10 Introduction 1. Illustration: A man returns from a foreign holiday and is feeling very ill. He goes to see his doctor, and is immediately rushed to the hospital to undergo tests. The man wakes up after the tests in a private room at the hospital, shuffles to ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    9 Traps Of This World Series

    Contributed by Stephen Smarowsky on Jul 25, 2008
    based on 30 ratings
     | 13,242 views

    The following are nine characteristics that indicate if a person is falling into the trap of worldliness (carnality).

    9 Traps of this World: 1 John 2:15-16 "Stop loving this evil world and all that it offers you, for when you love the world, you show that you do not have the love of the Father in you. For the world offers only the lust for physical pleasure, the lust for everything we see and the pride of our ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Guidelines From The Lord For Living In These Last Days

    Contributed by Dr. Stanley Vasu on Jul 28, 2008
    based on 24 ratings
     | 8,509 views

    THIS SERMON IS ABOUT GUIDELINES FROM THE LORD FOR LIVING IN THESE LAST DAYS BASED ON 1THESSALONIANS CHAPTER 5

    GUIDELINES FROM THE LORD FOR LIVING IN THESE LAST DAYS **************************************************************** OUTLINE 1. PUT ON THE BREASTPLATE OF FAITH AND LOVE AND THE HOPE OF SALVATION 2. HONOUR THOSE MINISTER TO YOU AND BE BLESSED THROUGH THEIR MINISTRY 3. LIVE A COMPLETELY ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Patience - I Want It Now!!!

    Contributed by Darren Rogers on Aug 12, 2008
    based on 19 ratings
     | 7,003 views

    How on earth do we get patience????

    Patience – 10th August 2008 pm How many times a day do you look at your watch? We live in a day and age where “Time is money!” and we get so impatient about everything. Patience is so difficult in our culture because we feel like we have so many things to do. We are always trying to figure out ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Just Do It!

    Contributed by Lacy Scott on Aug 19, 2008
    based on 7 ratings
     | 28,074 views

    James says that we must not only be hearers of the word but we must also put it in action.

    JUST DO IT! JAMES 1:22 THIS MORNING, BROTHERS AND SISTERS, JUST FOR A BRIEF MOMENT OF YOUR TIME, I WOULD LIKE TO INVITE YOU TO JUST DO IT! BRO. PASTOR, WHAT DO YOU MEAN? JUST DO IT! WELL AS I READ THROUGH A PAST DAILY BREAD DEVOTIONAL GUIDE, I CAME ACROSS A TITLE “JUST DO IT!” ALONG WITH READING ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jason Jones avatar

    Moving Right Along Series

    Contributed by Jason Jones on Aug 21, 2008
    based on 3 ratings
     | 4,365 views

    Exposition of Acts 15:22-35 about the church’s implementation of the Apostle’s decision regarding the controversy from Antioch

    Text: Acts 15:22-35, Title: Moving Right Along, Date/Place: NRBC, 8/24/08, AM A. Opening illustration: Recount a little bit of the Conservative Resurgence conflict in the SBC, and now the Great Commission Resurgence that is beginning to take place B. Background to passage: This meeting, known as ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Sonny Thomas, Sr. avatar

    Mary: Pure, Prepared, & Privileged Series

    Contributed by Sonny Thomas, Sr. on Dec 15, 2006
    based on 3 ratings
     | 7,730 views

    Today, many Christians struggle with submitting and yielding to the will of God for their lives. Through Mary’s courage, we find what can happen when we believe and follow God’s Word.

    This morning, we are continuing in our series entitled, "What We Have Learned From the Christmas Story." Today’s message is the third in this series that will take us up to Christmas. In the first message, God revealed to us His sovereignty in Matthew 1:18-25. The second message brought to light ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Victory In The Valley Of Weeping

    Contributed by Charles Holt on Jul 7, 2007
    based on 37 ratings
     | 24,374 views

    Based upon Psalm 84:5-7 this message seeks to encourage all who are passing through a "valley of tears," i.e., a place of sorrow, discouragement, mental and emotional loss. It’s focus is upon HOPE and HELP.

    VICTORY IN THE VALLEY OF TEARS Psalm 84:5-7 Introduction: In 1838 and 1839, as part of President Andrew Jackson’s Indian removal policy, the Cherokee nation was forced to give up its lands east of the Mississippi River and to migrate to an area in present-day Oklahoma. They were driven from their ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God