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  • Matthew Sickling avatar

    Spiritual Warfare

    Contributed by Matthew Sickling on Apr 3, 2007
    based on 104 ratings
     | 27,804 views

    This sermon discusses the fact that we as Christians are egaged in an ongoing spiritual war with the forces of evil.

    Introduction: We as a nation are engaged in a War on Terrorism. Our enemy dealt a serious blow to us on September 11, 2001. Since then we have taken the fight to our enemies but they have not given up. In fact they continue to kill our young men and women serving in Iraq on a daily basis, while ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Army Of The Living God

    Contributed by Matthew Sickling on Apr 4, 2007
    based on 8 ratings
     | 25,901 views

    This sermon discusses the Church as the Army of the Living God, and what we should be doing to win the spiritual war against the forces of evil.

    Transition: Two weeks ago I shared with you the idea that we are living in a Postmodern society that in many respects is much like the First Century world in that Christianity is seen as a threat or is looked upon in a very negative light. Last Week I shared with you some ideas of how we as ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Roman Centurion's View Of The Cross

    Contributed by Matthew Sickling on Apr 5, 2007
    based on 15 ratings
     | 23,541 views

    This is a dramatic monolgue of the Roman Centurion and some of what He may have seen and thought about the events surrounding the crucifixion and resurection of Christ.

    Title: The Roman Centurion’s view of the Cross Text: Mark 15:21-39 Date: 4/5/2007: Location: Franklin AARP I expected nothing but a routine day of work for my men and me. Jerusalem was for the most part "easy duty." Our job was to keep the peace and preserve law and order. However, from ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Rules For Fighting Fair Series

    Contributed by Brian Atwood on May 18, 2007
    based on 16 ratings
     | 9,378 views

    All relationships are subject to disagreements so we need to know how to make them better instead of making them bitter by the way we handle them.

    Rules for Fighting Fair Part 6 of 6 in the series, "When Relationships Disappoint You, How to Find God’s Peace in the Pain." We’re finishing up the current series on relationships today and I know that if you apply the Scriptures we’ve talked about your relationships will enjoy a boost. Today ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • James May avatar

    Wanna' Bet?

    Contributed by James May on May 20, 2007
    based on 14 ratings
     | 5,753 views

    Most Christians hate gambling and all the evil it brings upon mankind but what about the serious gambling that many do with their soul?

    Wanna’ Bet? By Pastor Jim May Gambling is big business in America today. Right now, in the city of Baton Rouge, there is another large casino and resort that is trying to make the people of the area believe that the end justifies the means. A gambling conglomerate by the name of Pinnacle is ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    "In Name Only"

    Contributed by Clark Tanner on May 20, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,406 views

    Nominal Christians are really no Christians at all...but you might think they are if you can’t read the signs.

    “Test yourselves to see if you are in the faith; examine yourselves! Or do you not recognize this about yourselves, that Jesus Christ is in you—unless indeed you fail the test?” Over the last couple of months in our church we have spent a great deal of time talking about false teachers. We were ...read more

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    Denomination: Orthodox

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    Are You A Grasshopper Or A Giant Warrior?

    Contributed by Jennifer Casto on May 21, 2007
    based on 8 ratings
     | 11,256 views

    So many people in this life want everything but without putting forth any effort...nobody wants to sweat anymore...everyone wants things the easy way...they don’t want to fight their giants--- Yes God wants to prosper you and bless you, but sometimes you

    So many people in this life want everything but without putting forth any effort...nobody wants to sweat anymore...everyone wants things the easy way...they don’t want to fight their giants---they just wanna lay down and let someone else do it...and then whine and complain about things the whole ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    Be Sure You Are Saved

    Contributed by Rick Crandall on May 22, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,773 views

    *4 key questions to help you be sure you are saved.

    Be Sure You Are Saved Luke 23:33-46 Sermon by Rick Crandall McClendon Baptist Church - May 20, 2007 *I recently ran across some alarming statements from several well-known pastors and evangelists. -Billy Graham once said that 75-85% of church members are lost. -Vance Havner estimated that over ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    "Look Back – Smile And Grow! Look Forward - Dream And Grow!"

    Contributed by Michael Mccartney on May 22, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,610 views

    Today’s graduates need to grow from their past experiences and prepare to grow from their up and coming future.

    Look back – smile and grow! Look forward - dream and grow! Scripture Texts: Philippians 3:8-21 – key verse 13 8What is more, I consider everything a loss compared to the surpassing greatness of knowing Christ Jesus my Lord, for whose sake I have lost all things. I consider them rubbish, that I ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Moving Closer To The Cross - Part 1

    Contributed by Rick Crandall on May 22, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,614 views

    “To whom has the arm of the Lord been revealed?” It will be revealed to us, as we move closer to the Cross...

    Moving Closer to the Cross - Part 1 Isaiah 53:1-12 Sermon by: Rick Crandall - March 25, 2007 *Today we begin a new series: Moving Closer to the Cross. It will take us to Easter, when we will have a Sunrise Service, breakfast and two worship celebrations led by our Choirs. *I hope you are ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Joseph Smith avatar

    Who Prevented You From Obeying The Truth? Series

    Contributed by Joseph Smith on May 24, 2007
    based on 5 ratings
     | 5,219 views

    We must take responsibility for our failure to obey the truth. Two personality factors that contribute to disobedience are self-indulgence and competitiveness. Final message in revival at Emmaus Baptist Church, Quinton, VA

    I’ve lived in the Washington area long enough now that I know the lingo. I understand what you do when you get caught doing something you are not supposed to do. I’ve discovered that if you cannot get away with a “no comment” and you don’t have a lawyer to send people to, you stand up and you ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Courageous Combatant Completes Commission

    Contributed by Mack Armstrong on May 29, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,989 views

    On Memorial Day as well as the Fourth of July, our minds drift to the Patriotism of those who have given their all for our freedom. And, we think, we should be more like them and their love for our country.

    II TIMOTHY 4:7 COURAGEOUS COMBATANT COMPLETES COMMISSION I. COMBATANT: * A. Called. B. Commissioned. C. Compensated II. COMMANDER: ** A. Credible. B. Compassionate. C. Conqueror III. CONFLICT: *** A. Continuous. B. Consuming. C. Cosmic. “I have fought a good fight….” What words ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Russell Brownworth avatar

    The Secret

    Contributed by Russell Brownworth on May 29, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,567 views

    Jesus told Phillip that we would do greater works than Jesus did. If that’s really the case…where are the works; how come we’re not seeing miracles?

    Answers to questions range from boring to embarrassing, depending on whom you ask. If you ask kids questions, you never get boring! HOW DO YOU DECIDE WHO TO MARRY? You got to find somebody who likes the same stuff. Like, if you like sports, she should like it that you like sports, and she should ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

  • Timothy Cooley, Sr. avatar

    Empty Vessels

    Contributed by Timothy Cooley, Sr. on Jun 1, 2007
    based on 27 ratings
     | 16,962 views

    Borrowing empty vessels made room for the promised fullness and provided a legacy for her boys.

    Empty Vessels We don’t know his name. He was a poor, young Bible school student, inspired by Elijah, instructed by Elisha, and called of the Lord. He studied, practiced preaching and served wherever he could. Times were tough. Jezebel’s false prophets were well paid. The true prophets of the Lord ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

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    Disappointment: Crop Failure Series

    Contributed by Peter Loughman on Jun 2, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,265 views

    Jonah knows God, but he is unpracticed in God. This righteous man ends up disappointed with God. How did that come about?

    Here we are in chapter four of the book of Jonah, the end of the story, things haven’t turned out the way Jonah expected, have they? He has seen nothing but disappointment. He was told by God to go to a place he didn’t want to go to and deliver a message he didn’t want to deliver to a people who ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational