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  • David Owens avatar

    Living To Please God (Part 1) Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Apr 16, 2012
    based on 2 ratings
     | 6,104 views

    In this sermon, we learn what God's will is - that we are sanctified, which includes avoiding sexual immorality.

    A. It always disturbs me to see road kill along the highway (maybe except for opossums), how about you? 1. It is sad when the lives of beautiful, innocent animals are unintentionally extinguished by passing cars and trucks. 2. The consequences of these collisions can be severe for both the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    When I Get To Heaven I Don't Want To Be The Only One Without Scars

    Contributed by M B on Jan 7, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,828 views

    This sermon is about becoming willing to attempt great things for the Kingdom of God

    TITLE: WHEN I GET TO HEAVEN, I DON’T WANT TO BE THE ONLY ONE WITHOUT SCARS TEXT: GALATIANS 6:17 INTRO: 1. I don’t know if anyone else ever wonders what it will be like in heaven, but I do from time to time. My thoughts about heaven are probably different than what some of yours ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    God Of All Comfort

    Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Jan 13, 2010
    based on 90 ratings
     | 46,967 views

    It is one thing to have comfort when the sun is shining. But what we really need is comfort in the time of trouble. Then we can comfort others. Link inc. to formatted text, audio, PowerPoint.

    God of All Comfort 2 Corinthians 1 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/GodOfAllComfort.html Blessed be God, even the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of mercies, and the God of all comfort [2Cor. 1:3]. The word for "blessed" is actually praise -- Praise be to God. David put it like ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Mirror, Mirror Series

    Contributed by Byron Harvey on Jan 18, 2010
     | 4,922 views

    This message is part of my expository series through the book of Romans.

    “Mirror, Mirror” Romans 3:1-20 October 12, 2008 It had been a long day for the clerk at the cosmetic counter. Having been on her feet all day, she was looking forward to going home. Just before the doors closed, a man came running up to her frantically and said, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    Amazing Grace, Amazing Gifts Series

    Contributed by Byron Harvey on Jan 18, 2010
     | 4,132 views

    This message is from my expository series through the book of Romans.

    “Amazing Grace, Amazing Gifts” Romans 5:1-5 December 7, 2008 William Randolph Hearst, the famous newspaper publisher and a collector of rare art, heard of a particular piece of art that he determined was a “must-have” piece, and so a search was ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    Men Of Militant Mercy

    Contributed by Joseph Smith on Jan 15, 2009
     | 4,878 views

    In response to the Million Man March and Promise Keeper’s rallies. God’s men need to step up and mentor children, take chances on the helpless, build practical structures, and become evangelistic.

    The image remains strong and vibrant in my mind, after all these years: the image of my father, marching. Y’left, y’right, y’left. One-two-three-four. Marching. No, my dad was not in the army; he wasn’t even a veteran, having been born a little too early for the First World War and a little too ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Veil Of Vashti

    Contributed by Philip Harrelson on Jan 30, 2009
    based on 23 ratings
     | 36,982 views

    A little known fact about Vashti’s actions and the importance of her veil.

    THE VEIL OF VASHTI TEXT: Esther 1:10-12 Esther 1:10-12 KJV On the seventh day, when the heart of the king was merry with wine, he commanded Mehuman, Biztha, Harbona, Bigtha, and Abagtha, Zethar, and Carcas, the seven chamberlains that served in the presence of Ahasuerus the king, [11] To bring ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Pattern Of Worship, Part 1: Spiritual Worship Series

    Contributed by Jim Drake on Feb 8, 2009
    based on 5 ratings
     | 4,758 views

    Jesus told the woman at the well that God is seeking people who will worship Him in spirit and truth. In this message, we will examine the first part of that statement. What is spiritual worship?

    http://brushforkbanner.blogspot.com/ We’ve just finished three Sundays looking at the pattern of evangelism in this passage of the woman at the well. Starting this morning, we’re going to zoom in on this one part of Jesus’ conversation with her. You remember that Jesus had just presented this ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Meeting God's Requirements Series

    Contributed by Brian Bill on Feb 15, 2009
    based on 8 ratings
     | 14,639 views

    God longs to be in relationship with us, not for us to lean on our rituals.

    Meeting God’s Requirements Micah and Amos Rev. Brian Bill 2/15/09 I’m not sure you’re aware of this but Tim Tuley has had a lifelong ambition to play one hole at Pebble Beach, California the way the pros do. This is a challenge because this green is on a small section of land that juts out into ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Abigail Saves The Day Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Feb 23, 2009
    based on 7 ratings
     | 26,635 views

    David, our hero, is about to make the biggest mistake of his life, but Abigail saves the day.

    Introduction: A. One day a minister noticed that he was putting his congregation to sleep with a rather dry sermon. 1. To wake folks up he declared, “I lived with a woman for over 17 years who was not my wife!” 2. As you can imagine the sleepy heads in the pew quickly woke up and paid ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Biblical Basis For Group Ministry Series

    Contributed by Norman Lawrence on Mar 2, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 11,277 views

    Biblical Basis For Group Ministry

    THE VALUE OF COMMUNITY – PART I The Biblical Basis for Group Ministry Series Text: Acts 2:46-47 - Every day they continued to meet together in the temple courts. They broke bread in their homes and ate together with glad and sincere hearts, [47] praising God and enjoying the favor of all the ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Why Have You Forsaken Me? Series

    Contributed by Brad Bailey on Jun 12, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 10,316 views

    A message about one of the last phrases spoken by Christ; "Why have you forsaken me?"

    Why Have You Forsaken Me Series: The Last Words of Christ Brad Bailey – February 24th, 2008 Last words can often hold special significance. We can think of the last words spoken at the end of any conversation. They tend to define what lies between the two parties. The last words between a child ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Identity Theft - Relationships Series

    Contributed by Brad Bailey on Jun 12, 2009
    based on 5 ratings
     | 7,882 views

    A message about reclaiming what God created us to be, in relationships.

    I want to begin by asking a rather fundamental question… for you to consider within your own soul… Who are you? Interesting question… we might begin answering it with simply our name… or our roles in life… or perhaps our relationships. Yet each seems to long for a deeper answer. As you ponder ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Holy Rebellion

    Contributed by Daniel Olukoya on Jul 8, 2009
    based on 20 ratings
     | 11,914 views

    The apostles of old had cause to report some people to God: They said, “O Lord, behold their threatening.” Many of us reading this message have been threatened in the past, while some are now living under the threat of their enemies. What a big insult to

    HOLY REBELLION Dr. D. K. Olukoya Beloved, this week, we are considering a message entitled, “Holy Rebellion.” Sometime ago, a relative of mine brought a girl who had just arrived from the village to my house. The first night, she talked throughout in her sleep. I got angry in my spirit that day ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Fan Or Follower?

    Contributed by Ryan Akers on Jul 8, 2009
    based on 11 ratings
     | 18,108 views

    There is a big difference between a fan of God and someone who is a true follower. Which are you?

    Fan or follower? Mark 10:17-22 Last week a tragedy struck Washington D.C. when one of the metro rail trains crashed into another train. That accident really struck me in an emotional way because I was just on those trains one month ago. While reading about the accident the thought, “that could ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan