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  • Jason Bonnicksen avatar

    Revival’s Song

    Contributed by Jason Bonnicksen on Mar 21, 2011
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     | 4,285 views

    We can make the choice to sing a new song to God; and allow the joy of the Lord to transform our thoughts, and usher in a revival of the heart.

    Did you hear cannons fire on Thursday morning? I have to tell ya, the two-fold pounding of the avalanche cannon awoke me from my sleeo. I laid there in bed and thought, No! We didn’t get snow last night. Sure enough, though, God dumped nine inches of fresh snow onto the mountains ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Not A Moment Too Soon

    Contributed by Victor Yap on Dec 28, 2009
    based on 6 ratings
     | 7,179 views

    Father of a demon-possessed man

    NOT A MOMENT TOO SOON (MARK 9:15-29) There was a devout Christian mother who was always teaching her daughter lessons of faith and trust, especially telling her that she need never be afraid at any time because God was always near. One summer evening she tucked her little girl in bed after her ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Think About These Things Series

    Contributed by Steven Buhr on Jan 15, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 8,309 views

    We can get ourselves pretty depressed and worried and fearful and even sick if we let our minds dwell on so many ‘bad’ things. We ought to spend a lot more time thinking about good things, and not so much time worrying about bad things.

    Think about these things…November 29, 2009 Philippians 4:8,9 What are you thinking about right now? Maybe you are thinking about how nice it is to be in church this morning, with people who think it’s nice to have you here. Maybe you’re having thoughts about what you had ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Loving Your Enemies Series

    Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Jul 24, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,023 views

    Loving those who are unloveable and unloving.

    Redemptive Relationships “Loving Your Enemies” Matthew 5:43-48 Matthew 5:43 Ye have heard that it hath been said, Thou shalt love thy neighbor, and hate thine enemy. 44 But I say unto you, Love your enemies, bless them that curse you, do good to them that hate you, and pray for them ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jeff Strite avatar

    A Message For The Birds Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jul 25, 2011
    based on 141 ratings
     | 61,673 views

    Why does Genesis tell us about Noah sending out a Raven and a Dove to see if the waters had receded from the face of the earth? Why bother? They're just a couple of insignificant birds... or are they?

    OPEN: An old Aztec legend tells of a man named Tapi who was a very pious man. The legend says that the creator told Tapi to build a boat that he would live in. He was told that he should take his wife, a pair of every animal that was alive into this boat. Naturally everyone thought he was crazy. ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    More Than Just A Love Story Series

    Contributed by Thomas Donelan on Jun 8, 2010
     | 4,222 views

    In the first in a series of messages on the book of Ruth, a great love story set against the backdrop of the era of the Judges of Israel, we see the high price of sin and Ruth's great confession and how it applies to the church today.

    Ruth Chapter 1:1-22 Introduction J. Vernon McGee calls Ruth "An addendum to the Book of Judges. A brochure of beauty. A bright picture on the black background of the judges."[i] Ruth 1:1 Now it came to pass in the days when the judges ruled, that there was a famine in the land. And a certain man ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Peter: The Power Of Peer Pressure

    Contributed by Joseph Smith on Jul 5, 2010
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     | 7,735 views

    Calverton Baptist Church, Silver Spring, MD, 1983: Our denials, like Peter's, reflect our confusing loudness with loyalty and our seeing ourselves as victims rather than victors. But Christ is able to look at us, evoke repentance, and turn us around.

    The fire crackled in the crisp air, casting shadows on the walls not five yards away. It looked inviting, this bonfire, for not only was the night air chilly, but also this whole episode had been so draining, so terrifying, that the body cried out for comfort, for something, anything, that would ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Fear Not

    Contributed by Richard Tow on Sep 11, 2009
    based on 7 ratings
     | 10,929 views

    Sermon confronts the tendency to fear during a time of economic downturn. God’s words of comfort to Abraham in Gen. 15:1 are examined.

    Fear Not Genesis 15:1 2-8-09 Gen 15:1 “After these things the word of the LORD came to Abram in a vision, saying, ‘Do not be afraid, Abram. I am your shield, your exceedingly great reward.’” Have you ever taken a bold step of faith; then suddenly thought, “What have I done?” That’s where Abraham ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    It's All In The Approach

    Contributed by Matt Hoffmann on Oct 2, 2009
    based on 6 ratings
     | 8,409 views

    In Mark 10 we learn from the Pharisees and from some kids on how we approach Jesus. Do we try to justify ourselves, or be justified by God?

    Mark 10:2-13 So, usually I like to have my sermons done by Wednesday or so, and I worked very hard to get this one done on Wednesday. I wrote a sermon using the Gospel lesson that talked about marriage and divorce. And after I wrote it, I read through it before I went home and realized it was ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Ignorant Of God’s Mystery Series

    Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Jan 27, 2014
    based on 77 ratings
     | 20,131 views

    The mystery of God about the salvation of the Jews. 1- God’s plan 2- God’s mercy 3- God’s wisdom 4- God’s glory

    INTRO.- ILL.- Professional golfer Tommy Bolt was playing in Los Angeles and had a caddy with a reputation of constant chatter. Before they teed off, Bolt told him, "Don't say a word to me. And if I ask you something, just answer yes or no." During one round, Bolt found the ball next to a tree, ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Self And Pride Oppose The Spirit

    Contributed by David Leach on Feb 16, 2014
     | 3,949 views

    In the life of earnest Christians, of those who pursue and profess holiness, humility ought to be the chief mark of their uprightness.

    February 14 (Andrew Murray’s devotional) In the life of earnest Christians, of those who pursue and profess holiness, humility ought to be the chief mark of their uprightness. It is often said that it is not so . May not one reason be that in the teaching and example of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Larry Turner avatar

    Hey, Preacher. Leave Those Weeds Alone. Series

    Contributed by Larry Turner on Mar 16, 2013
    based on 1 rating
     | 9,035 views

    We live in a world where wheat and weeds live together. How we live can convert the weeds to wheat. This sermon looks at a four step program to accomplish this.

    Last week we acknowledged the existence of two spiritual kingdoms. There is the kingdom of sin that established itself in rebellion against God’s rule. And there is the Kingdom of Jesus that is crying out for us to rise up against the kingdom of sin. We also acknowledged the fact that we ...read more

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    Denomination: Foursquare

  • Larry Turner avatar

    The Thunder Boys Series

    Contributed by Larry Turner on May 5, 2013
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,744 views

    A beautiful summers day can turn violent when a sudden thunderstorm erupts. James and John had a tendency to erupt like a sudden storm.

    Last week we looked at Peter and discussed how he seemed to be the best friend of Jesus. Jesus pinned all of his hopes and dreams on Peter. However, there were two others who were within an inner-circle with Peter. These three were allowed to be a part of teachings and miracles that the others were ...read more

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    Denomination: Foursquare

  • Michael Calo avatar

    Created To Worship - Part 1 Series

    Contributed by Michael Calo on Nov 29, 2012
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,184 views

    Created to Worship – God created us to worship Him – To bring Him glory

    The Body Beautiful Part 1 Created To Worship Last week I would consider a background As to why this sermon series is essential Today we will start this series By talking about How the Body was created to Worship After last week’s service I had the opportunity to speak with many of you ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    Christmas Cast Of Characters (Joseph) Series

    Contributed by Scott Bayles on Dec 18, 2012
     | 7,097 views

    The story of Christmas is wrapped around people... real life people. This four-sermon-series looks closely at this special cast of characters in an attempt to find our stories in theirs. Alliterated and expository, with PowerPoint available.

    Christmas: Cast of Characters (2) Scott Bayles, pastor Blooming Grove Christian Church: 12/9/2012 This time of year is always special. Families all have their different traditions: decorating the Christmas tree, hanging stockings, traveling to visit family and friends. You may enjoy driving around ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church