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  • Wayne Burnett avatar

    A John The Baptist Generation

    Contributed by Wayne Burnett on Feb 26, 2001
    based on 189 ratings
     | 9,127 views

    We need a "John the Baptist" generation of Christians to prepare people’s heart for the Lord’s entrance into their life and His return to this earth

    A “JOHN THE BAPTIST” GENERATION MATT 11:7-15 I. THE MINISTRY OF JOHN A. Character and ministry of John (7-8 - What went ye out to see) -John was a man living in the wilderness and looked like the wilderness he lived in -he was not shaken by the questioning Pharisees or Herod’s threats B. ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    The Vision Of The Ram And The Goat Series

    Contributed by Owen Bourgaize on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 100 ratings
     | 12,669 views

    Daniel’s vision prepared his people - and Christians too - of coming evil rulers leading to the Antichrist who would be ultimately destroyed.

    DANIEL 8 - THE VISION OF THE RAM AND THE GOAT This vision took place two years after the vision of the four beasts. It enlarges on the understanding of the future already given, but with a different emphasis. In the first place the language in which it is written changes from Aramaic to Hebrew. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Love Gone Bad

    Contributed by Todd Riley on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 64 ratings
     | 10,923 views

    In preparing this sermon this week I found myself in somewhat of a quandary in regards to how to approach today’s sermon topic: love and romance.

    In preparing this sermon this week I found myself in somewhat of a quandary in regards to how to approach today’s sermon topic: love and romance. The reason for my distress is that today is Valentines Day. For some it’s a great and wonderful day because you are in love with somebody. For others ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Leaving Egypt Behind

    Contributed by Tammy Garrison on Sep 8, 2001
    based on 66 ratings
     | 23,180 views

    Prepare, Don’t Wait, Keep Watch. These three elements of the Passover are commemorated in each of us as we continue to leave Egypt behind.

    Paul Harvey tells the story of an old man and the gulls: “It is gratitude that prompted an old man to visit an old broken pier on the eastern seacoast of Florida. Every Friday night, until his death in 1973, he would return, walking slowly and slightly stooped with a large bucket of shrimp. The sea ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Naked At The Table

    Contributed by Tom Doubt on Jan 9, 2004
    based on 17 ratings
     | 5,135 views

    God prepared the very first table fellowship in the Garden of Eden so we might know how to worship and have communion with Him.

    Dr. Tom Doubt, Senior Pastor Four Mile Creek Baptist Church Richmond, VA NAKED AT THE TABLE BACKGROUND: A. Today, as is our monthly practice, we will observe the Lord’s Supper as part of our worship. 1. What does the Lord’s Supper mean to you? a. We may remember ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Well-Informed And Ready Series

    Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Nov 17, 2003
    based on 51 ratings
     | 6,879 views

    It takes two things to be prepared for an event, great or small… We should be well-informed, and… We should be ready by acting on the information.

    THE PASTOR’S POINTS sermon ministry of CEDAR LODGE BAPTIST CHURCH Thomasville, NC -------------------------- November 16, 2003 -------------------------- 13But I would not have you to be ignorant, brethren, concerning them which are asleep, that ye sorrow not, even as others which have no hope. ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    "Bethlehem"

    Contributed by Ray Scott on Dec 16, 2003
    based on 116 ratings
     | 38,066 views

    This Christmas message explores the little town of Bethlehem ... how God had prepared Bethlehem for 1700 years for the birth of His Son, Jesus.

    “Bethlehem” INTRODUCTION: We think of Bethlehem ONLY as the birthplace of Jesus. Some might even realize that King David was born there. BUT … Bethlehem is mentioned 53 times in Scripture. There are actually 2 BETHLEHEM’s mentioned in the Bible: o NORTH – in Galilee – only 7 miles from ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Persistence In Prayer

    Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Oct 17, 2001
    based on 138 ratings
     | 12,482 views

    God is looking for people who are persistent prayers; people who are prepared to be changed through prayer and people who have time for Him.

    21-10-01 Briningham/Binham Luke 18:1-8 – Persistence in Prayer Father, we pray this morning that you will reveal more about the nature of prayer to us. We ask this in Jesus’ Name Amen. Story: At the turn of the century in Switzerland, a small ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    Game On! (Super Bowl Sermon)

    Contributed by Spencer Homan on Feb 3, 2008
    based on 11 ratings
     | 12,324 views

    This is a sermon that encourages people to put the work into preparing for Easter (Ash Wednesday, Sunday Services, etc.) in order to get the most out of Easter.

    Matthew 17:1-9 After six days Jesus took with him Peter, James, and John the brother of James, and led them up a high mountain by themselves. There he was transfigured before them. His face shone like the sun, and his clothes became as white as the light. Just then there appeared before them ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Don't Stoop At Standing Time Series

    Contributed by Clinton Smith on Mar 7, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 12,078 views

    This sermon prepares believers for spiritual warfare that if we’re going to be victorious against the enemy we must stand our ground with God.

    Stand up, stand up for Jesus, ye soldiers of the cross! Lift high His royal banner, it must not suffer loss. From victory unto victory His army shall He lead Till every foe is vanquished And Christ is Lord indeed. Stand up, stand up for Jesus, the trumpet call obey. Forth to the mighty conflict in ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Significance Of The Sacrifice

    Contributed by Mark Eberly on Nov 18, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,265 views

    Blood - everyone’s favorite topic. We will look at the spiritual and religious significance that blood has for us to prepare our hearts for communion.

    The Significance of the Sacrifice 1 Corinthians 11:23-32 November 16, 2008 This morning we are going to talk about everyone’s favorite topic: blood. How precious is the flow? I was reminded of a story. A man let his dog out one night to do his business and went back to his football game and ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Jesus Came To Put The Kingom Of God Back Into This World, Part 1 Series

    Contributed by Richard Laraviere on Sep 22, 2007
    based on 7 ratings
     | 3,900 views

    Jeus came to earth with the power and authority of God to setup his kingdom on earth again and to prepare his sons on the earth to take over.

    Kingdom Life Jesus came to put the kingdom of God back into this world, Opening: 1. "…I am come that they might have life, and that they might have it more abundantly." (John 10:10) The literal Greek rendering of “more abundantly” is - That they might have it excessively, ...read more

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    Denomination: Mennonite

  • Wade Martin Hughes, Sr avatar

    Me Can't Stands No More! The End Vs The Beginning

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Oct 10, 2007
    based on 10 ratings
     | 3,353 views

    We look at Popeye’s critical mistake to not prepare before the crisis. Hardships of life are not sent by unkind destiny to crush, but by God to challenge.

    ME CAN’T STANDS NO MORE... IS THIS THE END? OR THE BEGINNING? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com Let me invite you to be a missionary and go where few dare to go: Sit on the first two pews! Hardships of life are not sent by unkind destiny to crush, but by God to challenge. I. WE HAVE A ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Sherm Nichols avatar

    David's Throne Series

    Contributed by Sherm Nichols on Jan 2, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,452 views

    God’s use of David reminds us of the way He is preparing to use us today to accomplish His purposes on earth and in heaven

    Brenda Fossum, Duluth, MN says, On Palm Sunday, my 5-year-old niece, Stephanie, sat on my lap while we listened to the pastor’s sermon. He described Jesus’ approach to Jerusalem and how the crowds cried, "Hosanna, Hosanna!" At that, Stephanie perked up and began to sing, "Oh, Hosanna, now don’t ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Trials And Tribulations Bring Sanctification Series

    Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Feb 10, 2011
    based on 7 ratings
     | 16,522 views

    During the tribulation period severe testing will be given the repentant righteous remnant to purify them and to prepare them to be the center of Christ's reign on earth.

    ZECHARIAH 13: 7-9 TRIALS AND TRIBULATIONS BRING SANCTIFICATION [Zephaniah 3] Here begins a new section in Zechariah's great last oracle. The focus is abruptly shifted from the deceitful visions of the false prophet to the sufferings of the Messiah. Clearly it is the time of Christ's death that is ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist