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  • Gino Cascieri avatar

    Joyful Noises

    Contributed by Gino Cascieri on Feb 14, 2001
    based on 80 ratings
     | 13,526 views

    Some joyful noises as Christians that we can make unto the Lord.

    "Joyful Noises" ¨ Text: Psalm 98:4 ¨ Introduction: ¨ When we think of making a joyful noise unto the Lord, I believe singing or playing a musical instrument in a God honoring way would be the first thought to come to mind. ¨ After all in the Psalms we are instructed over and over again to make ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Christmas Characteristics Series

    Contributed by Joe Adaline on Dec 17, 2011
     | 7,877 views

    In a negative, sinful world, we have to be the evangelists of hope, of good, of positive thought.

    My ministry and my travels take me all over Michigan. I visit all sorts of small towns, medium size town, big sububs and large cities. Some of the cities and towns seem the same. Traffic signs and traffic lights blend towns into a sort of sameness. People watching is interesting, but most of us ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Traits Of A Godly Leader Series

    Contributed by Christopher Benfield on May 28, 2024
     | 1,483 views

    It is evident that the modern church needs godly leaders. We need those who will rise to the occasion and use their spiritual gifts to influence others in a positive manner. We all influence others – either in a positive way or a negative way, but our influence is inevitable.

    The Traits of a Godly Leader Nehemiah 1: 1-4 “Every believer is a minister or servant of God who should be serving God and exerting influence on others through his/her local church. Leadership is one person influencing positively another person. Christian leadership is one believer spiritually ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Six Things A Christian Can Lose

    Contributed by Evie Megginson on Nov 4, 2003
    based on 100 ratings
     | 27,096 views

    A CHRISTIAN CAN LOSE THEIR ASSURANCE OF SALVATION, THEIR TESTIMONY OF INFLUENCE,THEIR JOY,THEIR REWARD,THEIR HEALTH, AND THEIR ZEAL FOR SERVICE.

    SIX THINGS A CHRISTIAN CAN LOSE 2 JOHN 8 In this passage, he is talking to Christians admonishing them to be careful about their labors that they lose not there rewards. But in the end have a full reward. Your works are important, not in salvation, but in your reward. You are not saved by ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Things Of Which We Can Be Assured

    Contributed by Barry Edmondson on Sep 8, 2003
    based on 24 ratings
     | 3,521 views

    There is not in this world we can be assured of. but as Christians we can be assured of these things.

    “Things Of Which we can be Assured” Text: 2Tim 3:13-14. Intro: There is not much we can be assured of in our world anymore. We sometimes experience a spiralling inflation and an economy out of control. The promises of politicians, economists, and world leaders sometimes fade away with the same ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Preach The Word Series

    Contributed by Chris Santasiere on Dec 5, 2002
    based on 240 ratings
     | 30,330 views

    An effective Christian is one who is involved in communicating God’s Word to others.

    How To Become An Effective Christian “PREACH THE WORD!” II Timothy 4:1-8 November 2, 2002 Introduction Harry Reginald Hammond, better known as “Reg” to all of his friends, had felt a calling on his life to serve as a minister in the Church his whole life. Reg’s father was an Episcopal priest as ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    No Rubber Crutch

    Contributed by Charles Salmon on Oct 16, 2006
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     | 2,349 views

    The Bible is no rubber crutch, but offers real and substantial support for living the Christian life.

    No Rubber Crutch John 17:14-17 INTRO.: In times of testing, we all need a crutch. A place of last resort. I recommend the Bible. Your test may be health crisis (Cancer), tragic accident. loss of job or business, divorce after many years. Sometimes you really need some help that no man can give. ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    How To Pray Authentically: The Four Position Prayer

    Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Mar 30, 2021
     | 2,371 views

    When I first became a part of the family of Christ I was pretty clueless. I had no idea what it meant to be a Christian, I had no idea how to study the Bible, and I didn't really know how to pray.

    When I first became a part of the family of Christ I was pretty clueless. I had no idea what it meant to be a Christian, I had no idea how to study the Bible, and I didn't really know how to pray. I've read several books about prayer. And often times I find myself, after reading ...read more

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    Denomination: Salvation Army

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    If Jesus Lived Today—would You Know Him?

    Contributed by Ed Wood on Jun 27, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,995 views

    Would Jesus fit in to our changed world? A message that examines this topic.

    IF JESUS LIVED TODAY—WOULD YOU KNOW HIM? John 1:10 INTRO: As we just read in the Bible, Jesus was in the world and the world knew Him not. The question is, if Jesus were living in our world today, would we know Him? or would we be as the people in His ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Go Against The Flow Series

    Contributed by T D on Dec 31, 2010
     | 20,951 views

    Living for Christ instead of living like the world.

    Series: It’s Backwards Go Against the Flow Matthew 7:13-23 Residents of a small Australian town have been left speechless after fish began falling from the sky. Hundreds of spangled perch bombarded the 650 residents of Lajamanu, shocking local Christine Balmer, who was walking home when ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    The Obedience Of Obed-Edom

    Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Jul 18, 2016
    based on 1 rating
     | 51,497 views

    Obedience and faith are essential to our Christian lives and witness before others. There is great benefit in following the Lord, and as we do, we have the potential to make an impact on the lives of others.

    The Obedience of Obed-edom 2 Samuel 6: 10-12 Our text today records an event that transpired while David sought to move the ark of God back to Jerusalem, and place it within the Tabernacle. Many years earlier the ark had been captured by the Philistines in battle, but they were unwilling to keep ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Salt And Light - Making A Difference

    Contributed by Shawn Miller on Jun 8, 2019
     | 9,604 views

    Jesus calls us to be change agents in a progressively deteriorating world that is inclined to the state of sin.

    Salt and light - Making a difference Introduction: A Peanuts cartoon showed Peppermint Patty talking to Charlie Brown in which she said, "Guess what, Chuck? The first day of school, and I got sent to the principal’s office. It was your fault, Chuck." Charlie Brown responds, "My ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Mother's, Make A Difference

    Contributed by Bruce Landry on May 25, 2005
    based on 7 ratings
     | 7,688 views

    As a Christian mother, you are called to make a difference, just as Christian and faithful mothers have done throughout history. I thank each of our mothers here today and wish you a very blessed Mothers Day.

    Mother’s Who Make a Difference Mother’s called to bring to remembrance our faith… How are children a blessing to mothers… Things My Mother Taught Me My Mother taught me LOGIC..."If you fall off that swing and break your neck, you can’t go to the store with me. "My Mother taught me ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Believer's New Destiny Series

    Contributed by Bruce Landry on May 25, 2005
    based on 5 ratings
     | 4,287 views

    Our destiny is secure in Christ and we shall dwell in the house of the Lord forever. What a glorious destiny awaits you Christian.

    Our New Destiny Summary Steps Italian Proverb Destiny is determined not by chances but by choices. Once the game is over, the king and the pawn go back into the same box. Source unknown Summary For whom he did foreknow, he also did predestinate to be conformed to the image of his Son, that he ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Five Traits Of A Strong Christian SermonCentral

    Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 7, 2023
    based on 2 ratings
     | 1,696 views

    A Strong Christian is: 1. Positive under pressure. 2. Sensitive to the needs of others. 3. A peacemaker, not a troublemaker. 4. Patient. 5. Prayerful.

    A Spiritually Mature Christian is someone who exhibits certain characteristics. These characteristics include being positive under pressure, being sensitive to the needs of others, being a peacemaker, being patient, and being prayerful. Spiritual maturity is not determined by age, appearance, or ...read more

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