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  • Clark Tanner avatar

    "God In The Midst Of His People"

    Contributed by Clark Tanner on Jun 4, 2004
    based on 40 ratings
     | 7,799 views

    We see the human error and frailty of the church, but God has promised, and He is in our Midst still.

    Then Moses said to the LORD, "See, You say to me, ’Bring up this people!’ But You Yourself have not let me know whom You will send with me. Moreover, You have said, ’I have known you by name, and you have also found favor in My sight.’ "Now therefore, I pray You, if I have found favor in Your ...read more

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    Denomination: Orthodox

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    The Wonder Of His Purpose Series

    Contributed by Timothy Smith on Jul 19, 2004
    based on 35 ratings
     | 8,871 views

    Jesus gives purpose to life.

    “THE WONDER OF HIS PURPOSE” LUKE 8:26-38 INTRODUCTION: George Moore tells the true story of Irish peasants in the depression era that were hired by a wealthy benefactor to build some roads. When they started the job the men worked well, they sang their Irish songs and put their total energies ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    The Wonder Of His Resurrection Series

    Contributed by Timothy Smith on Jul 19, 2004
    based on 8 ratings
     | 8,799 views

    Jesus provides ultimate hope.

    "THE WONDER OF HIS RESURRECTION" LUKE 24: 13-35 INTRODUCTION: In the movie, "City Slickers," comedian Billy Crystal plays a bored baby boomer who sells advertising. One day he is invited to visit his son’s school to tell the children about his job. But as he speaks he can see the kids are ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    The Snare Of Freedom Series

    Contributed by David Holderman on Jul 23, 2004
    based on 137 ratings
     | 10,268 views

    When the U.S. left Godly paths and principles and wrote and legislated God out of existence, we merely gained prodigal freedom. If we are ever to regain Godly freedom, we must return to our beginning foundation: God!

    Purpose: When the U.S. left Godly paths and principles and wrote and legislated God out of existence, we merely gained prodigal freedom. If we are ever to regain Godly freedom, we must return to our beginning foundation: God! Introduction: Once upon a time… (Tell the narrative of the prodigal ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Mike Hays avatar

    The Promises Of Wisdom

    Contributed by Mike Hays on Jul 26, 2004
    based on 34 ratings
     | 6,430 views

    The wisdom of God contains promises for living life to its fullest if we will but listen and follow in obedience.

    The Promises of Wisdom Proverbs 2:1-22 We live in a day when popular opinion says that “promises are made to be broken.” We continue to make promises, but they are broken every day. The reason that this has come about is because we are fallible human beings, sin has corrupted us at our core, and ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    How To Find A Great Church - And What You Might Expect To Find There

    Contributed by Dennis Casanova on Aug 5, 2004
    based on 16 ratings
     | 3,524 views

    Many have noted to me that they wish they could find a really great church - one that might truely inspire them. These are my opinions and those of a great many others who have written on the topic. I hope you find them of use.

    How to Find A Great Church - and What You Might Expect to Find There Salvation is by Grace and through faith in Jesus but the offerings of a great church can be of immense value in furthering your walk with the Lord and most importantly meeting your true obligations as a good Christian. I am ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Becoming More Undignified

    Contributed by Carl Barnhardt on Aug 5, 2004
    based on 15 ratings
     | 5,021 views

    Encourages worshipers to not be ashamed or reluctant to display their faith publically

    Do you know that today is a special Sunday? Every Sunday is special but today is most especially special because it is congregation participation Sunday. I want to know who in the early service told you what was coming. Today we’ve seen some things, we’ve seen some very small children display ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Timothy Smith avatar

    Dealing With Divorce: Part I Series

    Contributed by Timothy Smith on Aug 11, 2004
    based on 32 ratings
     | 5,945 views

    Part 1 of a two part series on Divorce. Part 1 deals with God’s Biblical view of divorce and the church’s attitude toward the divorced.

    DEALING WITH DIVORCE - PART I MATTHEW 19:1-12 INTRODUCTION: “Just Married” Video Clip 2:41 {See illustration file for this sermon for scene from this movie} Don’t we wish it was that easy? You know, your marriage is crumbling but just one pep talk from Dad and your commitment is renewed for ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    The Scope Of A Man: King David

    Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Aug 15, 2004
    based on 126 ratings
     | 75,246 views

    King David, more than any other person in the Biblical record, illustrates the moral range of human nature. Look at these snapshots of his life to see the grace of God at work in one messed up fella.

    Message - A Study of King David Snapshots of King David’s character and Scenes from his life I’ve always found King David to be one of the most fascinating guys in the Bible. There is so much about him that you wouldn’t normally expect to find written about a king. There’s so much in ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Giving Your Money Generously Series

    Contributed by Timothy Smith on Aug 22, 2004
    based on 28 ratings
     | 6,314 views

    5th in a five part series about understanding your possessions from a biblical perspective. Part 5 - Giving.

    GIVING YOUR MONEY GENEROUSLY LUKE 16:19-31 INTRODUCTION: Drama: The Offering Ah, the offering. It can some to make some smile and some squirm... and some to be just downright angry. In fact, in a survey taken by the Church Growth Institute, the #1 reason for people not going to church is that ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    When Cirumstances Are Desperate Series

    Contributed by Andrew Chan on Aug 23, 2004
    based on 34 ratings
     | 7,001 views

    Connecting with God’s abundance is often missed out in our world that believes in hoarding

    When circumstances are desperate A bus carrying only ugly people crashes into an oncoming truck and everyone inside dies. When they get to meet their Maker, because of the grief they have experienced, He decides to grant them one wish each before they enter Heaven. They’re all lined up, and God ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    Ascended And Seated Series

    Contributed by Chris Appleby on Aug 24, 2004
    based on 24 ratings
     | 4,856 views

    The Apostles Creed - He ascended into heaven and is seated at teh right hand of God the Father

    by Danny Saunders Since we announced that Ali is pregnant a number of our friends have lent us various baby & pregnancy books. We’ve got baby name books, the girlfriend’s guide to pregnancy, pregnancy journals & magazines & even a book written by a male especially for new Dads. These ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

  • Joel Pankow avatar

    Peter: From Confidence To Cowardice To Cutting Love Series

    Contributed by Joel Pankow on Mar 2, 2005
    based on 19 ratings
     | 4,839 views

    This sermon got rather long, but I tried to show what Peter’s cowardice did to him and how Jesus dealt with it in a wonderful way. If you’ve got some time give it a perusal.

    March 2, 2005 Matthew 26:31-35, 69-67, John 21:15-19, When they had finished eating, Jesus said to Simon Peter, “Simon son of John, do you truly love me more than these?” “Yes, Lord,” he said, “you know that I love you.” Jesus said, “Feed my lambs.” Again Jesus said, “Simon son of John, do ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Brian Bill avatar

    God Our Peace (Jehovah Shalom) Series

    Contributed by Brian Bill on Apr 3, 2005
    based on 49 ratings
     | 35,165 views

    He is Jehovah Shalom, the God of Peace.

    In the Hobbit, which is Tolkien’s prequel to the Lord of the Rings trilogy, Bilbo Baggins and his friends finally find the riches they were searching for and “talked delightedly of the recovery of their treasure.” But then, almost immediately, the cold dark mountain began to rumble because ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Fighting For Your God-Given Dream Series

    Contributed by Brian Atwood on Apr 21, 2005
    based on 27 ratings
     | 15,604 views

    CRISIS POINTS we face in fighting for God’s big dream in our life and God’s CRISIS PLANS for overcoming them. Third sermon in the four-part series, "Dreaming Big for God."

    Today we’re continuing the sermon series "Dreaming Big for God." God wants us to be encouraged about dreaming big for Him and that’s what this series is about. One of the most rewarding things you can do with your life is envision the big dreams God has for you! Two weeks ago we began with the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist