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  • Charles Mallory avatar

    Know For Sure

    Contributed by Charles Mallory on Jun 4, 2007
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,868 views

    There can be no spiritual journey or rightful claim to Christianity without first having a personal encounter with Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior.

    WE DETERMINE IF CHRISTIANITY BECOMES DEFINED AS EITHER RELGION OR RELATIONSHIP. THE DEFINING FACTOR OF WHAT CHRISTIANITY BECOMES IS BASED SOLELY ON WHERE WE DECIDE TO PUT JESUS IN OUR LIFE. SO, JUST HOW WOULD YOU DESCRIBE WHAT IT MEANS TO BE A CHRISTIAN? WHAT CRITERIA WOULD YOU SAY NEEDS TO BE MET ...read more

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    Denomination: Free Methodist

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    Joseph, A Remarkable Father

    Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Jun 11, 2007
    based on 54 ratings
     | 9,220 views

    To many, Joseph is a mere footnote in biblical history but we can be sure that God was as concerned with who would be the earthly “father” of His Son as He was of who would be His mother.

    JOSEPH, A REMARKABLE FATHER The birth of Jesus Christ came about this way: After His mother Mary had been engaged to Joseph, it was discovered before they came together that she was pregnant by the Holy Spirit. 19 So her husband Joseph, being a righteous man, and not wanting to disgrace her ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Believing Is... Devestating! (Easter) Series

    Contributed by Spencer Homan on Apr 11, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 2,986 views

    The Third Part of a Three Part Sermon Series leading up to Easter • Believing is… Seeing • Believing is… Finding • Believing is… Devastating

    [John 20:1-18] - (1685) “Believing is… Devastating” Oops It has been… such a terrible three days. On Thursday… Jesus met with the twelve in the upper room. There he broke bread with them, and told them yet again… that he was going to die. Nobody really believed it… how could he? After all ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • T.J. Conwell avatar

    Building The Church - Serving The Lord

    Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Apr 26, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,416 views

    A message of exhortation when it comes to working in the church FOR the Lord.

    Building the Church and Serving the Lord Joshua 1:7-9 Introduction Go to the book of Joshua. This morning, we are going to examine some words of encouragement from the Joshua, which was given to him directly from the Lord. I want you to see how it applies to your life in all facets, especially ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    God's Man In Charge Series

    Contributed by Matthew Cook on Mar 8, 2005
    based on 18 ratings
     | 5,904 views

    Wisdom during times of blessing - Provision during times of need

    God’s Man in Charge March 6, 2005 Center Point Baptist Church Introduction Present the following illustration on power in Christian living: A new missionary was assigned a car that would not start without a push. After pondering his problem, he devised a plan. He went to the school near his ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    I've Got A Habit

    Contributed by Bishop Daryl Townes on Sep 12, 2004
    based on 10 ratings
     | 7,566 views

    sermon of deliverance

    I’VE GOT A HABIT AND I CAN’T SHAKE IT LOOSE text : acts 6:4, psalms 119:44, hebrews 13:15 INTRODUCTION BELOVED SO MANY OF US HAVE GOT HABITS THAT WE CAN’T GET RID OF, FOR A HABIT IS A USUAL MANNER OF BEHAVIOR OR A BEHAVIOR PATTERN ACQUIRED BY FREQUENT REPITION WHAT WE HAVE BEEN TAKING ABOUT ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Obtaining The Promise

    Contributed by Peter Balogun on Jun 6, 2006
    based on 29 ratings
     | 10,294 views

    How do I obtain the promises of God? This has been the question in the hearts of many. Find out in this message how you can obtain whatever God has promoised you.

    …Who through faith subdued kingdoms, wrought righteousness, OBTAINED PROMISES, stopped the mouths of lions, Hebrews 11:33 Let us labour therefore to enter into that rest, lest any man fall after the same example of unbelief. Hebrews 4:11 Have you ever been promised something and the one ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Our Father Who Art In Heaven Series

    Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Apr 15, 2005
    based on 28 ratings
     | 15,712 views

    The first petition of the Lord’s Prayer encourages us to enter into God’s presence with the boldness of children approaching their loving parents. It also reminds us that our lives are instruments of God’s holiness.

    Psalm 19 “Our Father Who Art In Heaven, Hallowed Be Thy Name” INTRODUCTION Prayer is one of the most common experiences of humankind—at least in the United States. Almost everyone (98%) says they believe in a divine being, but only half of the people say that they worship on a regular ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Sermon For 5 Epiphany, Yr B

    Contributed by Garth Wehrfritz- Hanson on Feb 2, 2003
    based on 91 ratings
     | 8,399 views

    Christ’s ministry in Mark’s Gospel is one of word and action; preaching and healing; offering people health and salvation. This, too, is the ministry of the church.

    Sermon for 5 Epiphany Yr B, 9/02/2003 Based on Mk 1: 29-39 Grace Lutheran Church, Medicine Hat, Alberta By Pastor Garth Wehrfritz-Hanson The story is told of a man who went to his doctor to ask if he could help him with his snoring problem. “As soon as I go to sleep,” the man explained, “I begin ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Unwrapping God's Peace Series

    Contributed by John Harvey on Dec 16, 2004
    based on 21 ratings
     | 4,216 views

    As the shepherds were told by the angels of the birth of Jesus, they had to make a decision to act on the information. We too must look for God in everyday events, know that God’s plan is for peace and then do what God tells us.

    “Unwrapping God’s Peace” 12/19/04 Intro: Only 5 shopping days left until Christmas! Are you finished? Do you have to face the crowds at the mall? How about the traffic? What parties do you still have left to buy a “white elephant” gift for? Sometimes it seems like Christmas will never get here. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • David Cambridge avatar

    You Can't Prove That God Exists Series

    Contributed by David Cambridge on May 10, 2003
    based on 36 ratings
     | 4,484 views

    So many people say they don’t believe because the existence of God can’t be proved. This lesson considers what people really mean by this question and their real motive for such a criticism.

    Answering Criticisms "You Can’t Prove That God Exists" Introduction 1. This is a very common cry of those who wish to justify their disobedience to the gospel. 2. In this lesson we shall consider: a. What people mean when they say, “You can’t prove that God exists.” b. The real motive behind ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Revd. Martin Dale avatar

    The Mustard Seed

    Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Jul 22, 2005
    based on 18 ratings
     | 9,731 views

    In the parable of the Mustard Seed, Jesus predicts the growth of the Church from small beginnings - from Israel to Judea and Samaria and to the ends of the world

    NR 24-07-05 Story: Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson went on a camping trip. They set up their tent and fell asleep. Some hours later, Holmes woke his faithful friend. "Watson, look up at the sky and tell me what you see." Watson replied, "I see millions of stars." "What does that tell you?" ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

  • Evelyn Weston avatar

    Inside Out

    Contributed by Evelyn Weston on Sep 21, 2003
    based on 14 ratings
     | 3,665 views

    St Matthew’s Day: The call of Matthew is a reminder that Jesus calls outsiders. Fortunately, Jesus turns the tables on us, turning everyone into an outsider, called to follow him.

    May the words of my mouth, and the meditations of our hearts, be pleasing in your sight, O Lord, our Rock and our Redeemer. Amen Have you ever wondered, why did Matthew get up? I don’t mean, why did he get up in the morning to go to work. Why did Matthew get up... and follow Jesus? I once saw ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Hide And Seek

    Contributed by William Akehurst on Sep 3, 2008
    based on 24 ratings
     | 10,264 views

    The World’s First Ever Game of Hide and Seek But what is it that we are supposed to hide? What is it we are supposed to seek? HIDE the WORD in your hearts and SEEK HIM!

    8.31.2008 SERMON. Hide and Seek By William Akehurst, HSWC Hide and Seek Peek-a-boo Where are you? There you are! A simple game of hide and seek. One hides while the other closes their eyes and counts to 10 Then, the counter must seek out the hider. Simple enough isn’t it. When was the last ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Three Encouraging Things Series

    Contributed by James Tilley on Dec 10, 2009
    based on 14 ratings
     | 14,025 views

    This is an expository sermon based on Phillipians 1.12-20.

    Text: Phil 1.12-20 Introduction: Paul was in jail when he wrote this letter and yet he is full of joy. Just like Paul we all have bad times and times of discouragement. Read “You Know it’s a Bad Day when… You know it’s going to be a bad day when: * You turn on the morning news and they’re ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist