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  • Austin Mansfield avatar

    Prophets And Losses

    Contributed by Austin Mansfield on Sep 18, 2007
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     | 4,930 views

    False prophets are not just an Old Testament problem. We have them in full force today, in all denominations, telling us that God is “doing a new thing,” misinterpreting Isaiah 43:19 to justify sin.

    Other Scriptures used: Jeremiah 23:23-29 Psalm 82 Hebrews 12:1-14 In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. May the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart be acceptable to you, Lord, my rock and my redeemer. Amen. (Psalm 19:14) False prophets are not just an ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

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    How To Lead People To Christ

    Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Sep 19, 2007
    based on 99 ratings
     | 14,737 views

    Let’s see what Philip did to evangelize the eunuch and what we must do. We must: 1- Respond to God’s leading 2- Show genuine interest 3- Share the good news 4- Follow through to completion

    INTRO.- ILL.- Two social workers were walking through a rough part of the city in the evening. They heard moans and cries for help from a back alley. Upon investigation, they found a semi-conscious man in a pool of blood. "Help me, I’ve been mugged and beaten," he pleaded. The two social ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Forgiveness

    Contributed by Michael Mccosker on Sep 20, 2007
    based on 3 ratings
     | 10,160 views

    The Biblical MAndate to Forgive

    This morning I will be bringing forth a message on "forgiveness." I was ready to prepare a message from 1 Corinthians 2, however, as I prayed, I sensed that Spirit would have me preach on Forgiveness. As Christians, we have so much to be thankful for, we have been forgiven of so much. And as ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Freddy Fritz avatar

    How To Be Right With God (Part 1) Series

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Sep 22, 2007
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     | 4,403 views

    In Romans 3:21-25a, Paul gives us seven elements of the righteousness that God divinely imputes to those who trust in his Son. This sermon looks at the first element.

    Scripture In his commentary on Romans, John MacArthur notes that centuries ago Job asked the most important question it is possible to ask: “But how can a man be in the right before God?” (Job 9:2b). That is, “How can anyone be right in the presence of God?” Job then said of God in Job ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Finding A Faithful Father

    Contributed by Chip Monck on Sep 26, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,983 views

    A Father’s Day sermon exploring the faithfulness of Joshua.

    (Opened with a "Shaggy Dog" Movie Clip taken from ScreenVue.com) Being a dad is one very rewarding job, but it is also the toughest gig in my life. Balancing work, life as a husband, ministry to a congregation and investing in the lives of more than 100 students at Indiana Wesleyan’s Lexington ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    Declare Your Independence Series

    Contributed by Clint Meade on Sep 29, 2007
    based on 5 ratings
     | 5,633 views

    An exposition of Col. 2:16-19

    Colossians 2:16-19 Clint Meade Cornerstone Baptist Church, 9-30-2007 Along with the rest of the western world, I have been watching the events that are unfolding within Venezuela and Iran. Those two nations are being led by two very dangerous men. Both Hugo Chavez of Venezuela ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • David Owens avatar

    The Word Became Flesh Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Oct 1, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,673 views

    In this lesson we marvel at the story of Jesus’ birth and then discuss its significance.

    Introduction: A. The story is told of 4 expectant fathers who, years ago, were in a hospital waiting room while their wives were in labor. 1. A nurse came in the room and announced to the first man, “congratulations, sir, you’re the father of twins.” What a coincidence,” the man said, “I work for ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Living With One Hope

    Contributed by Chris Willis on Oct 2, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,395 views

    Paul writes in Ephesians 4 that we have one hope, and that hope is based upon our calling. When we understand our calling, we will understand our hope, and we’ll know how to live like Jesus.

    Living With One Hope Ephesians 4:1-4 Let’s start with our text this morning . . . READ: EPHESIANS 4:1-4 Today we will focus on the exclusiveness of the Christian faith as we try to understand what it means for us to have one hope. But before we talk about hope, actually in order for us to ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Hanging In There Through Patience Series

    Contributed by Bob Joyce on Oct 10, 2007
    based on 8 ratings
     | 12,593 views

    Psalm 62 is a passage that speaks about waiting on God. And patience is going to come as we learn to wait on God, only. Patience from any other source is not going to be the kind of patience you desire or need. We need the kind of patience that comes from

    She had just passed her one hundredth birthday. She had a letter form the President of the U. S. congratulating her. Her pastor went to visit her in a nursing home. She was blind and could not see. She was lame and could not walk. In fact she could not leave her room except for emergencies. She ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jeff Strite avatar

    Forcing Ourselves On God Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Oct 14, 2007
    based on 46 ratings
     | 25,044 views

    There’s only one way to get to heaven... but people always seem to be trying to force God to do things their way. What types of things do people do to force their will on God’s Word?

    OPEN: A school teacher injured his back and had to wear a plaster cast around the upper part of his body. It fit under his shirt and was not noticeable at all. On the first day of the term, still with the cast under his shirt, he found himself assigned to the toughest students in school. Walking ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Riaan de Villiers avatar

    El Elyon

    Contributed by Riaan De Villiers on Oct 25, 2007
    based on 5 ratings
     | 9,239 views

    A certain little girl, when asked her name, would reply, "I’m Mr. Sugarbrown’s daughter." Her mother told her "don’t tell people that say" "I’m Jane Sugarbrown." The pastor spoke to her in Sunday School, and said, "Aren’t you Mr. Sugarbrown’s daughter?"

    El Elyon Introduction A certain little girl, when asked her name, would reply, "I’m Mr. Sugarbrown’s daughter." Her mother told her "don’t tell people that say" "I’m Jane Sugarbrown." The pastor spoke to her in Sunday School, and said, "Aren’t you Mr. Sugarbrown’s daughter?" She replied, "I ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Mike Rexroat avatar

    "The C Team: Peter" Series

    Contributed by Mike Rexroat on Oct 27, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,483 views

    First sermon in a four part series on the apostles.

    Ok, once again there are no birthdays or anniversaries to tell you about but I do have one important reminder...revival starts next Sunday and will run through Friday the 21st. Also, don’t forget we will have small "finger" foods....hopefully not made of real fingers on Sunday and a full out ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Steven Simala Grant avatar

    "Who” Is A Better Question Than "Why” – Gideon's Call Series

    Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on May 15, 2007
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     | 5,485 views

    “why” is not the best question. Seldom are there answers to the “why”, though as we walk through life we may come to see how God was doing good even through difficulty. The better question is “who” – who will not abandon us in the midst of pain?

    “Who” Is A Better Question Than “Why” – Gideon’s Call (Judges 6:1-24) Series: Stories of God’s People April 23, 2006 “Bree,” said Aravis, who was not very interesting in the cut of his tail, “I’ve been wanting to ask you something for a long time. Why do you keep swearing By the Lion and By the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Trevor Woodget avatar

    Where Is Jesus Right Now?

    Contributed by Trevor Woodget on May 18, 2007
    based on 8 ratings
     | 23,357 views

    Ascension of Jesus to encourage our mission and witness for him

    Acts 01:01-11 Basingstoke 20th May 2007 Where is Jesus Right now?? I expect you’ve seen the film, “Forrest Gump.” Where Tom Hanks plays a slow witted southern man by whose simplicity, good-heartedness, and good luck, moves from an obscure childhood to become a millionaire shrimping tycoon. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Clark Tanner avatar

    "In Name Only"

    Contributed by Clark Tanner on May 20, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,422 views

    Nominal Christians are really no Christians at all...but you might think they are if you can’t read the signs.

    “Test yourselves to see if you are in the faith; examine yourselves! Or do you not recognize this about yourselves, that Jesus Christ is in you—unless indeed you fail the test?” Over the last couple of months in our church we have spent a great deal of time talking about false teachers. We were ...read more

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    Denomination: Orthodox