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  • Philip Myers avatar

    Beyond Belief

    Contributed by Philip Myers on Nov 15, 2006
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    I can fully believe, but unless I act on my belief, I am of no benefit to my community. This is number 2 of 9 in a series.

    BEYOND BELIEF PART 1 Daniel 11:32 “ … shall be strong and do exploits (KJV)” “ … will display strength and take action (NASB)” In today’s society – our kids encounter - More ethical and moral temptations … - Greater spiritual battles … - More emotional and relational struggles … … more than ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Travis Moore avatar

    Marks Of A Healthy Church Series

    Contributed by Travis Moore on Dec 6, 2000
    based on 228 ratings
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    Healthy church ministry as modeled by the Church in Thessalonica

    Marks Of A Healthy Church 1 Thessalonians 1:1-10 1. The Foundation of the Church was Solid. (vv. 1-4) A. Because of the position they enjoyed - “in God … Christ” B. Because of the peace they experienced – “grace and peace” C. Because of the prayers they expected – “always for you all” D. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Heartbeat Of God

    Contributed by Greg Waddell on Mar 12, 2001
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    God’s missionary perspective throughout history challenges us to ask the question: Are we in tune with the heartbeat of God?

    THE HEARTBEAT OF GOD In the church we have many clichés and buzzwords. We have used these phrases so often they have become commonplace. They still have their intellectual meaning, but they have lost their psychological impact. If you have been in the church for any time at all, you have heard ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Danger Of Feeding Dogs And Pigs

    Contributed by Brian La Croix on Aug 8, 2005
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    Discerning how to recognize and respond to people who treat the gospel and its messengers with disdain or contempt.

    The Danger of Feeding Dogs and Pigs Matthew 7:6 August 7, 2005 Introduction Have you ever come across a verse or passage in Scripture that when you look at it, it just kinda makes you scratch your head and go, "Huh?" It’s okay, you can be honest. Well, our passage today is one of those for ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    Church Planting Out Of Our Comfort Zone

    Contributed by Roger Thomas on Feb 16, 2007
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    Reasons why a stable older church took on the challenge of launchng a new church a nearby community.

    Dr. Roger W. Thomas, Preaching Minister First Christian Church, Vandalia, MO Out of Our Comfort Zones Matthew 14:22-33 Hold that text in the back of your mind. We will come back to it later. Old time evangelist Vance Havner used to tell the story of an old fisherman. Ol’ Clem amazed ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Bringing Friends & Relatives To Jesus

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Oct 29, 2007
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    Most people are brought to Christ through the example and testimony of someone they love.

    Pastor’s Bible Class Thomas Road Baptist Church Bringing Friends & Relatives to Jesus Dr. Elmer Towns October 28, 2007 A. JOHN 1:37-45 “The two disciples heard him speak, and they followed Jesus. Then Jesus turned, and seeing them following, said to them, ‘What do you seek?’ They said to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jason Cole avatar

    What It Means To Be Lost Series

    Contributed by Jason Cole on Feb 18, 2004
    based on 38 ratings
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    What does it really mean to be lost?

    “What Does it Mean to Be Lost?” Introduction: A little boy opened the big and old family Bible with fascination; he looked at the old pages as he turned them. Then something fell out of the Bible and he picked up and looked at it closely. It was an old leaf from a tree that has been pressed in ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Willie Fagg avatar

    Works Of The Flesh

    Contributed by Willie Fagg on Nov 19, 2007
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    Inspirational

    A. Text: Galatians 5:19-21 1. Paul said the works of the flesh are “manifest” which means “apparent, evident, or known” (v. 19). 2. He then concludes teaching that these known works will keep anyone partaking in them out of the kingdom of Heaven (v.21). 3. Thus, we can see the importance of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Are You A World Changer

    Contributed by Billy Ricks on Mar 25, 2007
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    The reason God gives us the gift of the Holy spirit is that we might be world changers. It is the power of God that allows us to impact our world for eternity

    Intro: When you met Jesus Christ was your life changed? 2 Corinthians 5.17 “Therefore if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creature; the old things passed away; behold, new things have come.” Romans 12.11,12 be transformed by the renewing of your mind. If you accepted Jesus Christ as your ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Gene Gregory avatar

    A Reality Check

    Contributed by Gene Gregory on Oct 21, 2006
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    Examines the importance of salvation and evangelism. - Expanded outline

    A REALITY CHECK Earlier this month, the news came out about congressman Mark Foley. Since the news came out and Congressman Foley resigned, the Republicans have been trying to explain that Foley was just one man, and that he is not representative of the party. The Democrats have been rejoicing ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Greg Nance avatar

    Saul Snaps And Saints Scatter Series

    Contributed by Greg Nance on Sep 21, 2004
    based on 23 ratings
     | 3,682 views

    God’s purpose for the church will be accomplished. But will we be part of it? That depends.

    I love this illustration from Sermon Central: A teacher was asking children in his Sunday school class, “If I sold my house and my car, had a big garage sale and gave all my money to the church, would I get to heaven?” “NO”! The children answered. “If I cleaned the church everyday, mowed the yard, ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • David Tijerina avatar

    The Coming Trumpet

    Contributed by David Tijerina on Mar 26, 2002
    based on 17 ratings
     | 3,027 views

    Hearing about the Columbine High School ordeal. The teacher that was shot and died could have actually lived. But what happened was that the police were unprepared. The story goes that the police, “Were sitting around waiting for something to do. They

    The Coming Trumpet – Being Preparedd April 22, 2001 Ill: Hearing about the Columbine High School ordeal. The teacher that was shot and died could have actually lived. But what happened was that the police were unprepared. The story goes that the police, “Were sitting around waiting for ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • K. Edward Skidmore avatar

    Here's Your Sign Series

    Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on Dec 13, 2004
    based on 15 ratings
     | 5,198 views

    A Christian is like a Human Church Sign.

    Purpose Series #5 (Six Sessions on God’s Purpose for Your Life) Here’s Your Sign Matthew 5:14-16 SCRIPTURE READING: Matthew 5:14-16 INTRODUCTION: This fall, we’ve been studying from Rick Warren’s book, The Purpose driven Life. This week we’re focused on the 4th Purpose: Sharing your life ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Aaron Thomas avatar

    One Thing

    Contributed by Aaron Thomas on Feb 12, 2002
    based on 46 ratings
     | 5,818 views

    Some things we as christians need to know and understand.

    ONE THING Josh 23:14 And, behold, this day I am going the way of all the earth: and ye know in all your hearts and in all your souls, that not one thing hath failed of all the good things which the LORD your God spake concerning you; all are come to pass unto you, and not one thing hath failed ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • David Owens avatar

    Counting The Costs And Benefits Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Sep 18, 2006
    based on 8 ratings
     | 6,684 views

    Our involvement in reaching lost people will involve numerous costs, but the benefits outweigh the costs.

    Introduction: A. Life is full of choices, isn’t it? 1. I read a story about a family who was moving cross-country and decided to drive both of their cars in the move. 2. Their 8 year-old son became very worried about this. 3. He asked his father, “How will we keep from getting separated?” 4. His ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ