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  • Brian La Croix avatar

    The Value Of Persistent Faith

    Contributed by Brian La Croix on Feb 14, 2007
     | 7,992 views

    Message about the please of a Canaanite woman for her daughter’s healing.

    The Value of Persistent Faith Matthew 15:21-28 January 14, 2007 When Noble was just a little baby, he faced a life-threatening illness (details); we’ve also had other children who, when we went to the hospital, had rather slim outlooks. And all Debra and I could do was cry and cry out to ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    Just How Far Is It From Bethlehem To Calvary?

    Contributed by Jennifer Casto on Apr 7, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 11,141 views

    Could be used for Christmas or Easter...

    Just How Far Is It From Bethlehem To Calvary? December 13, 2006 How far is it from Bethlehem to Calvary – Jennifer Mears 12/12/2006 Read Luke 2:1-7 Christmas is coming but soon it will be here then gone. Soon it is going to be all over...’ll be over, · the presents opened, · ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

  • Andrew Chan avatar

    What Is Ascension Day?

    Contributed by Andrew Chan on May 26, 2007
    based on 9 ratings
     | 20,462 views

    Benefits for believers of Christ in His ascencion.

    1In my former book, Theophilus, I wrote about all that Jesus began to do and to teach 2until the day he was taken up to heaven, after giving instructions through the Holy Spirit to the apostles he had chosen. 3After his suffering, he showed himself to these men and gave many convincing proofs that ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    The Word

    Contributed by Dennis Lawrence on Nov 16, 2005
    based on 8 ratings
     | 4,137 views

    There’s power in the Word that we bring to church and study through the week.

    The Word Cornwall/Montreal April 16, 2005 On your laps, in your case, or, at least, in your home, you have one of the most incredible books- the Bible. When we understand how we got it, we have to appreciate that we have a miracle in our hands each time we read or, even, hold it, and when we ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Being Vessels Of Service

    Contributed by Jay Robison on Feb 7, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,629 views

    This is from a series based on our church mission statement "LOVE like Christ" V=vessels of service. I’ve used sermon central in my research.

    L.O.V.E like Christ being Vessels of Service Romans 12:1-5 Jay Davis Robison January 22, 2006 It started early this morning as people rolled out of bed For some it started a little after 5 as they got ready Our Praise team was here at 8:45 SS teachers worked all wk gave it 1 more look raring ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Mark Baker avatar

    Fulfilling God's Purpose

    Contributed by Mark Baker on Aug 28, 2005
    based on 38 ratings
     | 60,078 views

    To know and understand God’s call on your life.

    Fulfilling God’s Purpose We all have a purpose and a destiny upon our lives whether we know it or not. Truly our purpose is to fulfill the will of God upon our lives, but in order to do that we have to know what the will of God is and then begin to walk in it. Generally we all have a purpose to ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Good Friday: An Ot Remembrance

    Contributed by William Mouser on Jun 21, 2005
    based on 7 ratings
     | 3,269 views

    This message was prepared for a community luncheon on Good Friday. It points to the OT adumbration of both the crucifixion of Christ, and His resurrection.

    Last night, our parish observed Maundy Thursday, the first of three Holy Week observances relating to the events surrounding Christ’s passion. Maundy Thursday marks the occasion of the last Passover Christ observed with his disciples, as well as the first Eucharist. And, while a Maundy Thursday ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

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    Transformed! Series

    Contributed by Pat Cook on Aug 31, 2004
    based on 11 ratings
     | 6,937 views

    Part 5 in resurrection series - Changed lives are proof of the Resurrection. Based on Hank Hanegraaf’s acronym FEAT.

    Romans 6:1-4 – Transformed! James Calvert was a zealous 1800’s missionary to cannibals on the Fiji Islands. His faithful work bore fruit in the lives of those accustomed to taking the life of others. Years later and English earl visited the Fiji Islands and was critical of a chief’s conversion ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Anne Robertson avatar

    Ups And Downs Series

    Contributed by Anne Robertson on Sep 4, 2004
    based on 11 ratings
     | 6,886 views

    The fifth phrase of the Creed: "He descended into hell. On the third day he arose from the dead. He ascended into heaven and sittith at the right hand of God the Father Almighty"

    UPS AND DOWNS TEXT: Luke 24:44-52; 1 Peter 3:18-22 We’re approaching the close of the first part of the Apostles’ Creed...the section that mostly deals with the nature of Jesus’ life and death. As I mentioned in the introductory sermon, there are several very old versions of the Creed, and they ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    On The Road To Damascus

    Contributed by Peter Davis on Apr 19, 2004
    based on 68 ratings
     | 15,730 views

    A monlogue sermon on Saul’s encounter with the risen Christ on the Damascus Road.

    On the Road to Damascus Acts 9:1-19, 1 Timothy 1:13-15 Published in Preaching Online, February 1998. You could say I know Saul as well as anyone. Saul and I first met as students, studying the Torah together under Gamaliel. They were exciting times. Young, enthusiastic, each day was an ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Paul Fritz avatar

    Do Not Underestimate The Importance Of Small Acts Of Loving Service Zech 4:

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Aug 17, 2002
    based on 199 ratings
     | 25,021 views

    Do Not Underestimate the Importance of Small Acts of Loving Service Zech 4:10

    Do Not Underestimate the Importance of Small Acts of Loving Service Zech 4:10 “Who despises the day of small things? Men will rejoice when they see the plumb line in the hand of Zerubbabel.”(Zech. 4:10) Occasionally we all wonder if our efforts are making a difference. It is easy to grow ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Pilgrim's Path 4 Thirsting For God

    Contributed by Chris Surber on Jan 20, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,579 views

    Just as our natural bodies crave nourishment, so too our spiriutal bodies crave Christ!

    The Pilgrim’s Path Part-4, Mathew 5:1-12 Thirsting For God Introduction Crowns have always been the sign of authority and Kingship. Charlemagne, whom historians say should deserve to be called “great” above all others, wore an octagonal crown. Each of the eight sides was a plaque of gold, and each ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    "Giving Thanks In Uncertain Times"

    Contributed by Ken Sauer on Nov 20, 2008
    based on 27 ratings
     | 7,758 views

    A Thanksgiving sermon in the midst of economic hardship.

    Psalm 118:1-6, 15-17 “Giving Thanks in Uncertain Times” by: Rev. Ken Sauer, Pastor of Grace United Methodist Church, Soddy Daisy, TN www.graceumcsd.org It’s just about time for the turkey, dressing, mashed potatoes, cranberry sauce, and my favorite—pumpkin pie. Most of us will be celebrating ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

  • Monty Newton avatar

    There's No Peanut Butter!

    Contributed by Monty Newton on Nov 22, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,682 views

    Our ability to be grateful to God is largely dependent on the perspective we bring to life.

    Title: There’s No Peanut Butter Text: Psalm 100 The Big Idea: Our ability to be grateful to God is largely dependent on the perspective we bring to life. Introduction The painting you see on the screen is a familiar one. Bovey, Minnesota is a small community in south central Minnesota. In ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Jason Jones avatar

    Peace In The Face Of Death Series

    Contributed by Jason Jones on Nov 26, 2008
     | 6,838 views

    Exposition of Psalm 3:1-8 about David fleeing from Absalom, and turning to the Lifter of his head

    Text: Psalm 3:1-8, Title: Peace in the Face of Death, Date/Place: NRBC, 11/30/08, AM A. Opening illustration: story of Polycarp and his facing death B. Background to passage: This is the first psalm attributed to David in the Psalter. But more than that, it is one with a circumstance, which gives ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist