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  • Steve Malone avatar

    "The Gift Of Joy" Series

    Contributed by Steve Malone on Dec 1, 2001
    based on 270 ratings
     | 40,887 views

    In this message we will look at the gift of joy and how to keep joy in our Christmas (The Gifts of Christmas part 1 of 4)

    “The Gift Of Joy” The Gifts Of Christmas – part one SHOW – The Grinch Video Clip….(when he thinks they will be sad on mountain about to push over toys – new Grinch) “maybe Christmas means more…” As your pastor – I felt the need as Christmas 2001 shifts into high gear – to talk about, to remind ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Bible - Worth The Effort (Pt. 2)

    Contributed by Chris Talton on Jan 15, 2002
    based on 84 ratings
     | 12,109 views

    The study of God’s Word may be difficult at times, but it is well worth the effort.

    January 23, 2000 2 Tim. 2:15 The Bible – worth the effort (Part 2) INTRODUCTION How much do you value the fact that you have a Bible that you can pick up and read for yourself? [read Jn 3:16 from the Greek Bible] No, I have not started speaking in tongues; what I was reading was ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Jesus Is...

    Contributed by Mike Hays on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 184 ratings
     | 21,803 views

    Jesus is our all in all.

    Jesus Is... Colossians 1:15 A young college freshman at Morehouse University walked in to his first day of class and settled in for the instruction. The professor of Philosophy passed out a syllabus and explained what would be expected of the students during the course of the semester. The young ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Are You Paying Attention?

    Contributed by Mike Hays on Oct 24, 2000
    based on 57 ratings
     | 11,395 views

    Few people make a conscious decision to reject God. Most people just never get around to making a commitment and drift right by the safe harbor of Heaven.

    “Are You Paying Attention?” Hebrews 2:1-4 Moms and dads are accustomed to dishing out advice. To try and guide a son or daughter through the narrow straights of life is part of the responsibility of a parent. Some guidance, if not heeded, will cost, but the price is not too severe. “Brush your ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    In God We Trust

    Contributed by Steve Malone on Sep 18, 2001
    based on 134 ratings
     | 9,812 views

    In this message we will answer 3 questions that many in our nation are asking. Why did this happen? Where should I turn? What should I do?

    “In God We Trust” In Isaiah chapter 54, we read; “Rain and snow fall from the sky and don’t return without watering the ground. They cause plants to sprout and grow, making seeds for the people and bread for the farmer. The same is true of the words I speak. They will not return to me ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The New Millennium Needs A New Church

    Contributed by Kyle Meador on Jan 9, 2001
    based on 105 ratings
     | 5,415 views

    The world is a different place. The church of Jesus Christ must change if we are to be the salt and light and aroma of our Savior!

    This morning we’re going to view a video clip. Don’t worry about understanding the dialogue in this segment. In this clip, you’ll see two men walking through an airport terminal. As they walk and talk, their voices are slightly muffled and there is someone making announcements over a public address ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Wonderful Multiple Ministry Of The Holy Spirit

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 23, 2001
    based on 16 ratings
     | 4,220 views

    The Wonderful Multiple Ministry of the Holy Spirit

    John 16:13 Theme - The Spirit of God has been sent by the Father to live in every believer for the revealing of truth. What are some advantages of having someone tell you the truth? The man who finds truth lights a torch for his friends. Truth is immortal. The Holy Spirit lives within each ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Run For Your Life

    Contributed by Chuck Morley on Feb 4, 2001
    based on 98 ratings
     | 26,501 views

    Lot’s example for the believer to break from the bondage of Sodom and sin.

    "And when the morning arose, then the angels hastened Lot, saying, Arise, take thy wife, and thy two daughters, which are here; lest thou be consumed in the iniquity of the city. And while he lingered, the men laid hold upon the hand of his wife, and upon the hand of his two daughters; the Lord ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    How The Son Sets You Free

    Contributed by Steve Malone on Jul 23, 2002
    based on 88 ratings
     | 26,164 views

    YES - the Son does set us free - that’s awesome!! That’s good news, BUT just how does he free us. Let’s see what the bible says about it..

    “HOW – The Son Sets You Free!” This Thursday is the 4th of July – a time set aside to celebrate the day America declared her Independence from England. To live in a free country is an awesome thing… AND LISTEN – we who have been born into that freedom, have absolutely no idea just how awesome ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Finding Joy: Easter, 2003

    Contributed by Rick Duncan on Apr 28, 2003
    based on 74 ratings
     | 5,418 views

    Do you ever feel like this? Emptiness? Exhaustion? Feeling trapped? We’ll meet two people in the Bible who felt this way. But because they met the Risen Jesus, they found joy. And you can, too!

    (I used several ideas from Rick Warren’s Easter messages over the last few years for this message. Thanks, Rick! 1980 people attended our services and 63 people prayed to recieve Christ at CVCC this Easter!) * * * I’ve lived in NE Ohio 17 years and I’ve personally talked to hundreds of people ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Becoming Y2f Compliant

    Contributed by Brian Bill on May 7, 2003
    based on 36 ratings
     | 2,825 views

    Just as Mario has been struggling with his English, and I have struggled with my Spanish, my guess is that many of you are struggling with learning another language. It’s called the language of evangelism.

    Becoming Y2F Compliant As you may know, Beth and I spent the last three years in Mexico City working as church planters. My primary activity was to offer English classes to business people. I taught for a computer company called Silicon Graphics, and also held classes at Pepsi Cola. One day, in ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Teach Your Children Well

    Contributed by Mike Hays on May 9, 2003
    based on 88 ratings
     | 7,438 views

    God has given us some incredibly insightful guidance for blessing our children.

    "Teach Your Children Well" Ephesians 1-4 We hear so much about parents and their children today on the television and in newspaper articles. The tragedy is that most of the news we hear is not encouraging at all. This is not a new phenomenon either. For years now we’ve heard the sordid tales of ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Keeping Mom Happy

    Contributed by Chris Talton on May 13, 2003
    based on 21 ratings
     | 7,137 views

    This Mother’s Day message gives 7 means for keeping momma happy her whole life rather than just one day a year.

    May 11, 2003 Colossians 2:6-12 “Making mom happy” INTRODUCTION Today is Mother’s Day. We want to honor our mothers as Scripture commands, and we want to do our best to make them happy…for at least one day. The Lord knows that there have been enough days that we have made them cry. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    How To Pray For A Nation Series

    Contributed by Brian Bill on May 20, 2003
    based on 85 ratings
     | 51,104 views

    Let me give you my proposition right at the beginning: “God’s people following God’s plan receive God’s promises.” When we do what God says we will enjoy His promises. We are blessed when we do things God’s way. Let’s explore together about what the Bib

    How to Pray for a Nation Happy Independence Day! You are part of the faithful remnant that has remained behind this holiday weekend. As we focus on our nation this morning, it’s good to be an American, isn’t it? • Only in America…do banks leave both doors open and then chain the pens to the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Steps To Spiritual Renewal Series

    Contributed by Brian Bill on May 21, 2003
    based on 79 ratings
     | 46,565 views

    The first myth is that the Bible is too confusing to read. In verses 1-8, we’ll see that the Bible, instead of being confusing, is actually a book that you and I can comprehend ­ You can understand it!

    Steps to Spiritual Renewal I received an email this week from Janelle Becker, one of our missionaries serving in the Philippines. She’s been there for about 10 weeks and is learning the language and beginning to understand the culture. In her email, she forwarded what her co-worker wrote about a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist