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  • Rodney Buchanan avatar

    Jesus, The Perfect Revelation Of God Series

    Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Mar 10, 2002
    based on 264 ratings
     | 36,444 views

    The book of Hebrews highlights 1. The incomparable PERSON of Christ. 2. The incomparable POSITION of Christ. 3. The incomparable PURPOSE of Christ.

    JESUS, THE PERFECT REVELATION OF GOD Hebrews 1:1-13 I was recently approached by a young mother who wanted her baby baptized. She stated that she had some problems with what she had seen in many churches, and in the lives of many Christians. I agreed with many of her grievances. But she went ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    The Characteristics Of A Christian

    Contributed by David Cambridge on Jan 19, 2002
    based on 34 ratings
     | 16,214 views

    There are several characteristics that every Christian should possess. Reveiwing these will help us to examine ourselves, and be in a better position to help the erring.

    The Characteristics Of A Christian A Question Of Judgment Introduction 1. What characterizes a disciple of Jesus? I ask this question because I believe there are some people who are “confused” about this! 2. In this lesson I will share my concerns and remind us of what ought to characterize a ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    A Prophet Challenges The System

    Contributed by John Williams Iii on Mar 20, 2002
    based on 115 ratings
     | 16,244 views

    This sermon addresses the issue of how prosperity does not always mean that God apporves of what is going on with those in positions of power.

    A PROPHET CHALLENGES THE SYSTEM Text: Amos 7:7-17 One of the most intriguing sights in all the world is that of the leaning Tower Of Pisa in Tuscany, Italy. It was begun in 1174 and completed in 1350. It stands 179 feet high and leans some 16 and a half feet out of the perpendicular as of ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    The Greatest News

    Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Dec 9, 2002
    based on 25 ratings
     | 3,899 views

    We live in times with a lot of bad news. This is a positive sermon centered around Christmas’ great announcement of the angels to the shepherds.

    December 8, 2002 You can do this just about any day. Pick up the newspaper, or flip on CNN. Of the six prominent lead stories on the front page of the paper, five will have the following words: "TRIAL....DANGEROUS...FRAUD...MURDER....DOWNTURN!" It doesn’t get much better on the inside ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

  • Chris Stephens avatar

    Shattering The Silence Series

    Contributed by Chris Stephens on May 2, 2002
    based on 38 ratings
     | 10,178 views

    Inviting God to graciously Shatter the Silence in his communication to us requires that we position ourselves to hear his voice.

    Shattering the Silence: Hearing from God 1 Samuel 3:1-18 November 25, 2001 This Thanksgiving we went to Tulsa to spend time with some of our family who lives there and we had opportunity to meet up with a cousin of mine whom we haven¡¦t heard from in more than 5 years. We quickly got caught up ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    From Riches To Rags

    Contributed by Bruce Howell on Dec 1, 2006
    based on 13 ratings
     | 6,896 views

    Jesus left His glorious position and endured humilation so that He might make us rich beyond measure.

    FROM RICHES TO RAGS II Corinthians 8:9 “FROM RAGS TO RICHES.” That’s a common American expression, isn’t it? We know what it means---someone began life in virtual poverty and grew to become wealthy and/or successful. They did on their own. They did it through sheer determination, industry ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    A Merry Heart Does A Body Good...

    Contributed by Brian La Croix on Feb 20, 2008
    based on 6 ratings
     | 4,547 views

    A message meant to encourage Christians to have a more positive outlook on life rather than live in the negative all the time.

    A Merry Heart Does a Body Good… Various Scriptures July 22, 2007 I’d like to think that I’m overall, a pretty positive guy. I like to joke around, I like to laugh, and I try not to take myself too seriously. But every now and again I have to stop and wonder if I really am that positive of a ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    Repentance: The Forgotten Word In Posititve Preaching

    Contributed by Dr. Franklin Kirksey on Feb 5, 2008
    based on 11 ratings
     | 6,142 views

    Repentance: The Forgotten Word in Positive Preaching by Dr. Franklin L. Kirksey encourages pastors to preach the whole counsel of God.

    <B>REPENTANCE: The Forgotten Word in Positive Preaching</B> Acts 17:30-31 By Dr. Franklin L. Kirksey INTRODUCTION “Repentance has been called the forgotten word in positive preaching. Dr. Don M. Boone, pastor of First Baptist Church, [Vancleave], Mississippi, has written a helpful book ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Special Lessons For Spiritual Leaders

    Contributed by Melvin Shelton on Jul 12, 2006
    based on 9 ratings
     | 6,812 views

    The Bible places a premium on spiritual leadership. The Bible places high standards on those who serve in the churches with a position of leadership.

    Special lessons for spiritual leaders Malachi 2:1-17 06/04/06 The Bible places a premium on spiritual leadership. The Bible places high standards on those who serve in the churches with a position of leadership. The Bible places high standards on those who serve as deacons. The Bible places high ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    To Obey Is Better

    Contributed by Robert Leroe on Jul 5, 2006
    based on 14 ratings
     | 4,070 views

    Those in positions of leadership answer to God. When they desert God and go their own way, God can humble them.

    “To Obey is Better” I Samuel 15 -Pastor Bob Leroe, Cliftondale Congregational Church, Saugus, Massachusetts In John’s Gospel, Jesus explains how to prove our commitment to Him: “If you love Me, you will keep My commandments” (14:15). In I Samuel 15 King ...read more

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    Denomination: Congregational

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    True Wisdom Series

    Contributed by Chris Appleby on Feb 14, 2006
    based on 14 ratings
     | 13,653 views

    True wisdom involves understanding your position before God and turning to him in repentance, asking him to restore you.

    Sermon by Camille Lang Are you wise? Who do you consider wise? What is wisdom? Here are some random wise sayings I found on the internet The older I grow the more I distrust the familiar doctrine that age brings wisdom - H.L. Mencken Men and nations behave wisely once they have ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    Union Workers In The Temple Of God Series

    Contributed by Guy Glass on Apr 21, 2005
    based on 18 ratings
     | 5,412 views

    This message deals with the position and responsibility of leaders in the church. We must be carful not to elevate them to the level that they can do no wrong.

    UNION WORKERS IN THE TEMPLE OF GOD 1 CORINTHIANS 3:5-17 INTRODUCTION: Bob Deffinbaugh writes, “Christianity has had its share of “Pied Pipers,” those charismatic (in personality) individuals who seem to be able to lead a group of followers anywhere they wish. We are all too familiar with the names ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Making Promises That Sitck

    Contributed by David Scudder on Jan 2, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 8,707 views

    Making promises and keeping promises are two different things. How can we see positive changes in our lives?

    Making Promises That Stick Psalm 76:11 Purpose: To describe the importance of making promises to God. Aim: I want the listener to pick out one change that they should make and thoughtfully promise the Lord to make that change. INTRODUCTION: How would you like 2008 to be better than 2007? One ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Mockery, I Series

    Contributed by D Marion Clark on Dec 25, 2012
     | 5,041 views

    A king who leaves his own position in glory to take on the sins of his people – that is a king worthy to follow.

    Introduction “We are going up to Jerusalem,” [Jesus] said, “and the Son of Man will be betrayed to the chief priests and teachers of the law. They will condemn him to death and will hand him over to the Gentiles, 34 who will mock him and spit on him, flog him and kill him” ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • V. Wayne Malone, Sr. avatar

    The Cross, The Grave, The Resurrection - He Is Alive! Series

    Contributed by V. Wayne Malone, Sr. on Apr 6, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 12,396 views

    God used the cross and the grave and took them from horrible to the most positive things that ever happened in human history.

    The Cross, The Grave, The Resurrection HE IS ALIVE! 1 Corinthians 15:1-8, Romans 6:4-9 INTRODUCTION First Corinthians is Paul’s letter to the church at Corinth. The church had been founded and established during Paul’s second missionary journey, and he is writing this letter to ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational