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  • Dan Grubbs avatar

    Renewing Your Mind

    Contributed by Dan Grubbs on Oct 18, 2005
    based on 34 ratings
     | 26,709 views

    A deeper look at Romans 12:2. Insights into the life application of what the renewal of our mind can be.

    I want to talk about a very familiar verse today. Many of us memorize Romans 12:1 and 2 together. And I would recommend that if you haven’t committed these verses to memory, that you make the effort to do so. These are excellent verses to help live godly lives. But, I have to confess that I’ve ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    25 Pentecost A

    Contributed by Roger Haugen on Nov 7, 2002
    based on 67 ratings
     | 3,661 views

    Championships are won when the stands are empty. We make daily choices that may not be glamorous but are foundational to our faith. Only in difficult times are the foundations tested.

    25 Pentecost A Matthew 25:1-13 10 November 2002 Rev. Roger Haugen There is a slogan written on the walls of a football locker room somewhere that says, “Championships are won when the stands are empty”. When you think about it you know it is true. If it were not for hard work at many practices ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Hard Words To Hard Hearts

    Contributed by Greg Nance on Mar 15, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,102 views

    Jesus words of rebuke in Luke 11 hit the nerve. Those he spoke to were determined to get revenge. If only they could have seen who He is. If only we could see today.

    We are entering the middle of Luke’s gospel now and already Jesus is engaging battle with the Jewish leaders. This is an ongoing battle that will ultimately lead to Jesus’ crucifixion and he knows it well, but does not show any signs of shrinking back. Jesus’ very presence should command respect, ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Life Group Leadership Training

    Contributed by Robert Simmons on May 6, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,843 views

    Training for the leaders of our cell group ministry.

    I. The Importance of the Life Groups Ministry As we face the challenge of establishing life groups, we need to understand fully the value of the life groups, their effect in the growth of the church as well as their place in the extension of the Kingdom of God. God’s desire is that everyone ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Things To Be In Order To Be A Highly Effective Christian Series

    Contributed by Guy Glass on Oct 28, 2007
    based on 3 ratings
     | 3,395 views

    This message looks at our effectiveness as believers. It is most enriching when we are Christians not by knowledge, or by activity, but by our very nature!

    Things To Be In Order To Be A Highly Effective Christian 1 Thessalonians 1:8-10 8 The Lord’s message rang out from you not only in Macedonia and Achaia--your faith in God has become known everywhere. Therefore we do not need to say anything about it, 9 for they themselves report what kind of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Be Intentional #1 - Living By Decision Instead Of Default Series

    Contributed by Brian La Croix on Jan 27, 2003
    based on 30 ratings
     | 38,727 views

    First in a series on living a life characterized by intentionality. This message dealso with being a person who makes determined effort to strengthen his or her relationship with God.

    Be Intentional #1 – Living By Decision Instead of Default Various Scriptures December 29, 2002 Introduction Today we begin a series that will take us well into the New Year, as we look at becoming people of purpose, people of intentionality. I’ve mentioned before that this is probably the ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    Stumbling Blocks

    Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Oct 4, 2002
    based on 57 ratings
     | 14,449 views

    Woe to the one who causes a Christian to stumble and fall

    INTRODUCTION • A 104 year-old woman was being interviewed by a Christian reporter. The reporter asked, Is it easier or more difficult to live the Christian life the older you get. The lady thought for a second and said, “Well, there is less peer pressure!” • If you have been a Christian for a ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Shattering The Silence Series

    Contributed by Chris Stephens on May 2, 2002
    based on 38 ratings
     | 10,180 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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    Race To Win Series

    Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Feb 22, 2008
     | 6,688 views

    We MUST do more than race to race, we need to race to win!

    INTRODUCTION • PLAY “I RUN” VIDEO CLIP • SLIDE #1 • I have enjoyed examining the “Amazing Race” with you over the past three week! Today we are going to conclude our examination of the “Amazing Race” by taking a look at the concept of Racing to Win! • In October of 2002 Herm Edwards then coach of ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Get In The Game

    Contributed by Michael Vaughn on Jul 26, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,428 views

    Christianity can become a lot like a Major League Soccer game; there are thousands of people in the stands watching, and only 11 out on the field doing all the work.

    Get in the Game There is something exciting about watching MLS on TV. There is something even more exciting about watching World Cup Play on TV, with thousands upon thousands of screaming and chanting fans, waving their countries flags, dressed in their countries colors, and throwing confetti ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Don't Let Anything Slow You Down Series

    Contributed by Rick Stacy on Sep 12, 2004
    based on 29 ratings
     | 7,607 views

    This the second of 4 based on an Olympic theme. I used many sources including several from Sermon Central

    Go for the Gold The Olympics: If you have ever watched the Olympics on TV. you have probably been amazed at the feats the human body is capable of doing! It has always amazed me how some of these people have spent their entire childhood preparing for a single event that in some cases is over ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    When Our Faith Is Not Based On Our Relationship Series

    Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Aug 22, 2008
    based on 6 ratings
     | 4,648 views

    When our faith does not spring from our relationship with Jesus, we will have problems.

    INTRODUCTION • RELATIONSHIP VIDEO (NOT A POWERPOINT) • SLIDE #1 • Should relationships make a difference in your life? Should a relationship with Jesus make a difference in your life? • Our relationships in many ways define who we are. Think about it, to Rachel’s friends, I am Rachel’s dad. To ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Are You Part Of The Harvest? PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 24, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 797 views

    Emphasize the call for Christians to actively engage in discipleship, eradicate poverty, and work towards establishing the Kingdom of God on earth.

    Good morning, friends and family! Today, we gather together to explore the powerful message found in Matthew 28. In the words of the great Christian author, C.S. Lewis, "Christianity, if false, is of no importance, and if true, of infinite importance. The only thing it cannot be is moderately ...read more

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    Christian Cost Assessment

    Contributed by Steven Chapman on Aug 16, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,168 views

    Discipleship is not a casual affair. In a series of three encounters, Jesus shows the high priority he places on discipleship.

    “Let’s cut to the chase. After nearly two decades of studying Christian churches in America, I’m convinced that the typical church as we know it today has a rapidly expiring shelf life.” This dire assessment of the state of the church begins George Barna’s 1998 book, The Second Coming of The ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Making Disciples PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 3, 2025
    based on 3 ratings
     | 120 views

    Jesus calls every believer to courageous, surrendered living—trusting His authority, presence, and purpose—as we share His love and message in our everyday lives.

    Some of us came in today with a smile that hides a sigh. Some with questions that keep us awake. Some with a to-do list longer than a river. And yet, here we are, gathered under the gentle reign of the risen Christ, the One who meets us in our Mondays and our midnights. He knows the names on your ...read more

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