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  • Mark Schaeufele avatar

    Always Enough Series

    Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Nov 11, 2006
    based on 20 ratings
     | 11,265 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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    The Crown Of Thorns

    Contributed by Davon Huss on Apr 4, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,295 views

    A sermon on how we place the crown of thorns deeper into Christ’s brow (Adapted from Ross Fransisco; I believe he got his ideas from Ivan Hagedorn)

    Sermon for 4/2/2006 The Crown of Thorns Matthew 27:29 Introduction: The city was Jerusalem. The time was long ago. The people called him Jesus. His crime was just the love he showed. I’m the one to blame for I caused all his pain. He gave himself the day he wore my crown. WBTU: A. From the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Marks Of A Christian Leader

    Contributed by William Mouser on Feb 25, 2005
    based on 5 ratings
     | 3,491 views

    Using a Servant Song of Isaiah 50 and Paul’s self-defense to the Corinthians, this sermon lays out the basic marks of a Christian leader.

    How do you recognize a Christian leader? A sermon on Quinquagesima Sunday Isaiah 50:4-10, 2 Corinthians 12:1-10 John Maxwell is the head of an organization called “Maximum Impact,” which from its website appears to have the mission of turning men and women into "impactful" leaders. One ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

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    Giving A Helping Hand Series

    Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on May 6, 2005
    based on 14 ratings
     | 12,929 views

    We are called to help one another when the need arises

    INTRODUCTION SLIDE #1 „X In the church we talk a lot about the concept of the ¡§church family¡¨. In a healthy family, we are there for one another; we are there for each other in the good times and the bad. „X It is fun to be a part of a family when all is well; it is challenging to be in a ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Sheep Evangelizing Wolves

    Contributed by William Mouser on Jun 19, 2005
    based on 7 ratings
     | 3,868 views

    Jesus’ instruction, warning, and encouragement for the Disciples’ first evangelisitc mission applies to all future service to Christ in this world.

    Matth 10:16-33 Fourth Trinity 2005 We have all heard the expression about the weather in parts of Texas: if you don’t like it, just wait an hour or two and it will change. I heard the same thing this past week in New England, where the weather is changeable because of the constant interaction ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

  • Keith Foskey avatar

    Birthmarks Of A Believer (D) Series

    Contributed by Keith Foskey on Jul 22, 2005
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,142 views

    Series inspired by What every Christian Ought to Know by Adrian Rogers and Saved without a Doubt by John Macarthur

    Sermon Series: “Blessed Assurance” Sermon #5: “Birthmarks of a Believer (D)” Text: I John 5:13 OPENING JOKE: “Lamb’s Book of Life” On the way home from Vacation Bible School, Melissa asked her mother if they could stop by the library. The question seemed peculiar so Nora Newport asked her ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Conversion Of A Persecutor Series

    Contributed by A. David Hart on Feb 11, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,197 views

    In this weeks lesson we will see the conversion of Saul the Pharisee. Who through his actions would not be a likely candidate for the who’s who for the kingdom. Saul after all he was a Pharisee and was committed to the Mosaic law and the religious way of

    THE CONVERSION OF A PERSECUTOR Acts 9:1-7 In one of the episodes of the Peanuts comic strip they have Lucy and Charlie Brown practicing football. Lucy of coarse would hold the ball, as Charlie Brown would be the place-kicker. Now everytime Lucy had ever held the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Mission Possible

    Contributed by Robert Stephens on Oct 26, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,568 views

    God has given us an amazing task in the Great Commission, but what seems like an impossible task is actually mission possible if we explore what God says about how we approach this mission.

    Mission Possible Luke 10:1-16 I. Introduction a. Mission Impossible video clip b. How many of you like the Mission Impossible movies? i. I like them b/c they take me back to my childhood. ii. Explain how I used to invent missions for myself. c. Well, tonight, I’m here to tell you that we’ve been ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Do We Still Need The Local Church?

    Contributed by Paul Barreca on May 12, 2012
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,264 views

    This message examines whether or not you should leave your local church to meet in a home church.

    My own memories of church. I remember going to church EVERY SUNDAY. The place was Grace Protestant Church, on 92nd street in Canarsie (a portion of Brooklyn). I remember The church bell, which was rung by Uncle Henry reminding everyone on the block that it was time for church. I remember that after ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Pentecost: Series

    Contributed by Gary Kelly on Jun 10, 2012
    based on 4 ratings
     | 22,549 views

    Pentecost, the birth of the church as we know it today.

    Pentecost: Before and After We celebrate • the birth of Jesus ……. celebrate Christmas . • His resurrection, & most of the world recognizes Easter . But today is Pentecost, & hardly anyone realizes it. NOW, WHAT IS SIGNIFICANT ABOUT PENTECOST? • this day is ...read more

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    Denomination: Apostolic

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    Overcoming Fear And Opposition Series

    Contributed by Greg Nance on Nov 14, 2011
     | 5,097 views

    What are you afraid of? God directs us in how to face and overcome fear and opposition to the gospel by tools of faith that Philippians reveals to us.

    Jenny and I were listening to public radio in the car recently and the guest being interviewed was Steven King. Does everyone know who he is? I have never read his books but he has written about 49 and has a new one that is just out about the assassination of Kennedy entitled 11/22/63. His ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Come Walk With Me

    Contributed by Ronald Crandall on Mar 25, 2011
     | 9,331 views

    Challeging people to come along side of you and minister

    Text: II Kings 2:9 9 When they had crossed, Elijah said to Elisha, "Tell me, what can I do for you before I am taken from you?" "Let me inherit a double portion of your spirit," Elisha replied. „« Come walk with me I need your hands, I need your mind, For it is almost the End of time, Come walk ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Wayne Mock avatar

    Priority Of Discipleship Series

    Contributed by Wayne Mock on Feb 4, 2011
     | 7,092 views

    Following Christ is not always easy, however it must always be the highest priority.

    There are those who want to avoid all that is difficult. Some look for the easiest way. Some seek that which will bring less challenge or less hardship. The US Marine Corps takes pride in having a far different attitude. On the US Marine Corps website are these words under eligibility, “Our ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Kevin L. Jones avatar

    Important Relationships In The Church (Part 1) Series

    Contributed by Kevin L. Jones on Mar 11, 2010
    based on 10 ratings
     | 18,248 views

    A sermon examining the importance of loving God.

    Important Relationships Within The Church (Part 1) Acts 4:32-37 (Antioch Baptist Church: Wednesday, September 31st, 2025) Some of the most important relationships in my life have been cultivated inside the local church. My greatest friends, confidants, mentors, and encouragers are people ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Galatians 4:21-31, Two Wives Are Too Many, Cast One Out Series

    Contributed by Eldron Gill on May 26, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,270 views

    Galatians 4:21-31, Two wives are too many, cast one out

    Two Wives Are Too Many; Cast One Out! Galatians 4:21-31 Jan. 2008 * Finding a mate for life can be a difficult task. Joke - One Wish A woman was walking along the beach when she stumbled upon an unusual old lamp. She picked it up and cleaned it off, and suddenly a Genie appeared. The amazed woman ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist