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  • Dean Rhine avatar

    Finding What You're Looking For

    Contributed by Dean Rhine on Jan 24, 2006
    based on 7 ratings
     | 2,991 views

    asking and receiving

    "Finding What You’re Looking For" Matthew 7:7-28 7/6/97 Intro: Jerry Clower - firehouse on fire - truck into fire, put fire out - new brakes Let’s suppose I had a magic lamp today. If I told you it had a magic genie inside that would grant you any three wishes, what would you wish for? How much ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Victorious Defeat Series

    Contributed by Dave Bootsma on Feb 10, 2006
    based on 7 ratings
     | 6,913 views

    Samson’s greatest victory followed his greatest defeat.

    Intro. FINDING NEMO Dad, Marlin, warns Nem: don’t go to drop off (he does); don’t go to boat(he does); don’t touch boat -- he does ... and is captured! -shows the consequences for disobedience and toying with temptation Audience: "You should have listened to your dad Nemo" -in Samsom you ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    The Spiritual Mans Walk Series

    Contributed by Michael Martin on Apr 9, 2006
    based on 10 ratings
     | 5,700 views

    Series on the Book of Galatians - Part 6 of 8

    (Galatians 6:1-5) The Spiritual Man’s Walk The six chapters of this epistle are divided into three main sections of Paul’s teaching. Chapters 1 & 2 are personal in nature and deal with Paul’s authority. Chapters 3 & 4 are doctrinal in nature and deal with justification by faith. Chapters 5 ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Elijah: The Education Of A Prophet

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Oct 20, 2004
    based on 77 ratings
     | 15,828 views

    In the small fragments of Elijah’s career given in the Scriptures, we can find the outline for the education of this prophet. In five simple lessons: the lesson of provision the lesson of patience. the lesson of power the lesson of preservation the

    Elijah: The Education of a Prophet Scripture Reading: 1 Kings 19:1-18 Text: "After the earthquake came a fire, but the LORD was not in the fire. And after the fire came a gentle whisper. When Elijah heard it, he pulled his cloak over his face and went out and stood at the mouth of the cave. Then a ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Who Will Take The Son

    Contributed by Steaven Snow on Nov 20, 2004
    based on 8 ratings
     | 3,915 views

    A sermon that seeks to describe what we get when we take the Son.

    Who Will Take The Son? TEXT: Genesis 22:1-14 1 And it came to pass after these things, that God did tempt Abraham, and said unto him, Abraham: and he said, Behold, here I am. 2 And he said, Take now thy son, thine only son Isaac, whom thou lovest, and get thee into the land of Moriah; and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Abandoned To Depravity Series

    Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Apr 9, 2004
    based on 29 ratings
     | 4,298 views

    How do we as Christians respond to the push to accept the Gay Lifestyle as an equal alternative lifestyle? With wisdom, intelligence, compassion, and clarity, that’s how. First, let’s lay a Biblical foundation as to how a society becomes so messed up.

    Abandoned to Depravity (Romans 1:24-32) 1. In Indianapolis, the House is deadlocked because the parties cannot agree on passing an amendment that defines marriage as a union only between a man and a woman. 2. President Bush is advocating an amendment at the national level. 3. Television programs ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Extended Hands

    Contributed by Norris Harris I on May 9, 2004
    based on 35 ratings
     | 7,229 views

    A Paranormal Performance on the Parameter, A Paralysis in the Parishioners, plus a Prescription by the Paramedics, which resulted in the Capture of Five Thousand Converts Triggered The Extension of Three Sets of Hands.

    WE NEED TO TALK. The subject I want to highlight as a headline in our little chat is: EXTENDED HANDS. The first 37 verses of Acts 4 shall serve as our Target Text. TEMPLE TACTICS TRIGGERED EXTENDED HANDS! A Paranormal Performance on the Parameter, A Paralysis in the Parishioners, plus a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Pray From Where You Are (1) Series

    Contributed by Kent Kessler on May 12, 2007
    based on 3 ratings
     | 3,503 views

    Notice what Jesus DOESN’T tell them. Jesus never tells the disciples they have to change first. He never tells them to become more than what they are and that they need to change before they can approach God. You can pray to God from right where you are.

    [ME] I grew up in church where the Pastor would call on people to pray during the service or to close the service. I distinctly remember one particular gentleman in our church, when he was called upon to close in prayer, my teenage friends and I would literally moan with the expectation of an ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    The Number One Priority For Life

    Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Jun 3, 2007
    based on 6 ratings
     | 7,750 views

    “Why do I exist? - What’s my life all about?” -“What am I here for?” - The wrong answer to these questions will lead to a crisis - Ps 27:8 Helps us answer these questions

    PowerPoint Available + New Slide > Transition In X Transition Out Fill in the Blanks Handout Available ___________________________________________________________________ + John Sculley Was president of Pepsi Co during the 1970s and early 1980s He is best known for his marketing skills, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    9 Roles Of A Biblical Marriage

    Contributed by Stephen Smarowsky on Dec 12, 2007
    based on 44 ratings
     | 30,385 views

    9 Roles of the husband and wife in a Biblical Marriage

    Preparation Outline Specific Purpose Statement: To inform my audience about the roles of a biblical marriage for couples, wives, and husbands. Central Idea: That marriage has specific roles for wives and husbands commanded from the one true God. He gives us these roles in His instruction manual ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    This Is War

    Contributed by Jimmy Stewart on Jul 6, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,811 views

    We are not playing games with the devil; this is a series of battles in an ongoing spiritual war.

    This Is War 1 Samuel 17:1-3, 11, 29 We read in the text about the infamous confrontation of the Israelites and the Philistines. You need to know that this was one of several battles that transpired in a seemingly perpetual war between the Israelites and the Philistines. On this particular ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    How To Understand Everyone In Every Situation

    Contributed by Ken Mowery on Dec 22, 2006
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,595 views

    Message about the condition of mankind without the redeemig work of Jesus Christ at work in his life.

    Titus 3:1-11 1Remind them to be subject to rulers, to authorities, to be obedient, to be ready for every good deed, 2to malign no one, to be peaceable, gentle, showing every consideration for all men. 3For we also once were foolish ourselves, disobedient, deceived, enslaved to various lusts and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Romans 12:10-13 Series

    Contributed by Zak Saenz on Jan 5, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,242 views

    Romans 12:10-13

    Romans 12:10-13 10Be devoted to one another in brotherly love. Honor one another above yourselves. 11Never be lacking in zeal, but keep your spiritual fervor, serving the Lord. 12Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, faithful in prayer. 13Share with God’s people who are in need. Practice ...read more

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    Denomination: Bible Church

  • Sean Lester avatar

    Salvation From Sin's Effects

    Contributed by Sean Lester on Jan 18, 2007
    based on 14 ratings
     | 4,207 views

    Proposition: Jesus sets people free from sin, and that freedom has an effect on your mind and body.

    Salvation from Sin’s Effects Rev. Sean Lester September 7, 2003 Isaiah 35:3-7, Mark 7:24-37, Isaiah 25: 8-10 Introduction: A. Let me tell you about my Jesus. He saves people, me and you. 1. Isaiah spoke of what the Messiah was to do, and God commanded him to say it. 2. In fact, Isaiah has long ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Our Responsibility To Make Judgment Calls Series

    Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Oct 1, 2007
    based on 6 ratings
     | 6,811 views

    Although we do not need to verbally label people, we need to understand where different people are at in their lives and thinking if we are to significantly help them. We need to develop our people skills and direct them toward growth.

    Our Responsibility to Make Judgment Calls (I Thessalonians 5:14) 1. A New Barna report came out this week (Sept 07): "The new study shows that only 3% of 16 - to 29-year-old non-Christians express favorable views of evangelicals… "… Among young non-Christians, nine out of the top 12 perceptions ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible