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  • Andrew Chan avatar

    The Devil's Scheme Series

    Contributed by Andrew Chan on May 31, 2002
    based on 44 ratings
     | 9,375 views

    We will struggle but how will we handle it? We need God’s strength, taking a stand with Christ alone in His power, as we battle an unseen enemy.

    Understanding Spiritual Struggle: The Devil’s Scheme Ephesians 6:10-13 (NIV) A. VICTORY: Where is it? Just out in this past Thursday’s USATODAY website (May 30,2002) – “Americans are increasingly pessimistic about the war against terrorism following weeks of revelations about missed clues and ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    The Third Voice Series

    Contributed by Bob Hostetler on Jun 6, 2002
    based on 45 ratings
     | 8,330 views

    Setting the vision for a new church

    The Third Voice Scripture Reading: John 6:1-15 Good morning. My name is Bob Hostetler, and I’ve been married for twenty-three years. That’s not an admission of a problem, mind you-- It’s not like saying, “I’m Bob and I’m an alcoholic.” No, I just mention it because it’s important background ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Wise Up About Alcohol Series

    Contributed by Timothy Peck on Jun 18, 2002
    based on 149 ratings
     | 11,739 views

    Three actions to take in order to wise up about alcohol and other kinds of drugs.

    I always feel a little strange on Memorial Day weekend. You see, when I was as sophomore in high school, my parents went away for Memorial day and left me at home alone. Big mistake!  I threw the party to end all parties. There were people there I’d never seen before, a band, people drinking beer ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    An Explosion Of Glory Series

    Contributed by Timothy Peck on Mar 12, 2003
    based on 65 ratings
     | 11,887 views

    Christ’s glory was hidden in his humanity, affirmed by the Father, and revealed most fully in his suffering.

    On Monday we celebrate Martin Luther King, Jr. day. Schools are closed, our church office is closed, some of you have the day off, all to commemorate the life work of Rev. Martin Luther King. The day before Rev. King was assassinated he delivered his final sermon in support of sanitation workers on ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Be United With One Another Series

    Contributed by Brian Bill on Mar 18, 2003
    based on 65 ratings
     | 18,381 views

    Unity among His followers was so important to Jesus that He prayed that you and I would be one. When the church is united, the world will stand up and take notice.

    Be United with One Another One Sunday a minister was giving a children’s sermon to all the kids in church. A bright-eyed three-year-old girl was listening intently as he explained that God wanted them all to get along and to love one another. She was tracking with her pastor until he said, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Parable Of The Pouting Son Series

    Contributed by David Dykes on Apr 4, 2003
    based on 254 ratings
     | 112,640 views

    This in-depth view of Prodigal Son parable focuses on the elder son and the bitterness and resentment he displayed upon his brother’s return and how we sometimes have the same inflated sense of goodness and faulty understanding of our Father’s grace.

    The Parable of the Pouting Son Luke 15:25-32 by David O. Dykes INTRODUCTION Over the last three weeks we have been looking at what has been called the Parable of the Prodigal Son. In this masterpiece, Jesus communicates several lessons. I believe the main point of this story is to show us what ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Misery Of Spiritual Mismanagement Series

    Contributed by David Dykes on Apr 10, 2003
    based on 75 ratings
     | 26,488 views

    Jesus entrusted us as His servants to do His work and be obedient to the truth we’ve received. If He came today, what kind of servant would you be?

    The Misery of Spiritual Mismanagement Luke 12:40-48 by David O. Dykes INTRODUCTION According to Luke 12:40-48, Jesus is telling us we are all to be managers of important resources. Some people do a good job, and others are poor spiritual managers. Which kind are you? Beginning in verse 35, Jesus ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Why Worship Jesus (Pt. 2)

    Contributed by Chris Talton on Apr 16, 2003
    based on 76 ratings
     | 2,514 views

    This is the second of a two-part message on the clear teaching of Scripture that Jesus is God.

    April 6, 2003 Colossians 1:15-20 “Why worship Jesus?” (pt. 2) INTRODUCTION Last week, we began to look at Colossians 1:15-20 and the top ten reasons to worship Jesus. Worship is the key to the health of any church and every Christian. It is central to who we are and should impact ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The First Five Minutes After Death

    Contributed by Ross Mitchell on Nov 26, 2002
    based on 90 ratings
     | 18,402 views

    A lesson designed to motivate people to give their lives to Jesus

    The First Five Minutes After Death Introduction A. Example - A group of old men was sitting around talking about death. Each one had an idea on the perfect way to die. A seventy-year-old man said, “I want a quick and exciting death—like in an airplane crash.” An eighty-year-old man who had once ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Unity Not Uniformity Series

    Contributed by Chris Talton on Dec 2, 2002
    based on 26 ratings
     | 10,465 views

    First in a two part message on the reality that God has made each part of the body different from other parts in order that we might see our need for each other.

    As winter approaches we read all kinds of suggestions of utilizing fuel and making our dwelling places warm. Here are a few pointers for keeping warm in church: * Rush to the front of the church to avoid the draft in the rear. * Invite your neighbors and friends, sit on one row, and don’t leave ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Relatively True

    Contributed by Bill Sullivan on Dec 10, 2002
    based on 48 ratings
     | 3,683 views

    We believe things because they are true - they are not true because we believe them.

    Relatively True TCF Sermon November 17, 2002 Open with the illustration below using jar of M&Ms and favorite food choices (NOTE: adapt this and do it with your own examples among the congregation - it’s an effective "grabber") A pastor named Stephey Belynskyj, starts each confirmation class ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    This Is Serious Business

    Contributed by Rev. K. Michael Bryant on Dec 13, 2002
    based on 8 ratings
     | 8,443 views

    Lessons on getting serious through examining the people of Babel.

    To Pastor McClung…..Reverend Brown……Officers of the Church…..Members……Guest… friends….I thank you for this opportunity….to share the Good News with you. As I began to prepare for this sermon…..my first sermon….I naturally began to feel some nerves. I got right down scared….But It didn’t make ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Signs Of The Times Series

    Contributed by Chris Talton on Jan 1, 2003
    based on 16 ratings
     | 4,439 views

    This passage talks about the fact that tongues were to be a sign to unbelievers to get their attention so that they would further investigate the truths of Christianity.

    December 15, 2002 1 Corinthians 14:21-25 ¡§Signs of the times¡¨ INTRODUCTION Christmas is almost here. The signs are everywhere. There are Christmas songs that are playing on the radio, decorations all over town and presents under the tree. But do you know what the top five signs ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Bill Burnett avatar

    Why I Follow Jesus

    Contributed by Bill Burnett on Jan 7, 2003
    based on 19 ratings
     | 6,959 views

    1 Corinthians 15 gives us the reasons we follow Jesus.

    GOOD ADVICE TO A GROWING CHURCH _____________________________________________ Why I Follow Jesus - 1 Corinthians 15:1-58 Introduction: Paul wrote the epistle to the Corinthians to accomplish at least two purposes: 1. Correction—The Corinthian church was full of carnality (chapters ...read more

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    Denomination: Foursquare

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    When Everything Seems Possible, Pray

    Contributed by Joseph Smith on Jun 14, 2003
    based on 44 ratings
     | 5,632 views

    When everything is going well, pray, because that is when the opposition will assault us, that is when confusion comes, and that is when you will discover the unfinished clutter in your own heart.

    Each fall I bring you messages on prayer. There is a reason for that. In this time of the year we need to be very alert about our devotional life. September is a crucial time to discern important things about prayer. The reason is not hard to find. In September, everything cranks up to a fever ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist