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  • James May avatar

    Tasting Of The Goodness Of God

    Contributed by James May on Jan 2, 2005
    based on 41 ratings
     | 17,126 views

    When we have a right relationship with Jesus Christ, everything about life will be sweeter.

    Tasting of the Goodness of God by Pastor Jim May Has anyone here ever tasted Castor Oil? Good “stuff”, isn’t it? Well, it was good for what ailed you anyway! No one takes this wonderful medicine anymore because through the miracles of modern science we have discovered far more effective ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Repentance Series

    Contributed by Mark Adams on Jan 15, 2005
    based on 33 ratings
     | 19,020 views

    This uses Joel 2 as a base passage, and talks about the urgency, nature of, and rewards of true repentance.

    (Note to reader: I am heavily indebted to Raymond C. Ortlund Jr. in my preparation of this sermon. It is largely based on a chapter in his book "When God Comes To Church" called "We Return to God" Also, at any place where verse numbers are given with no other information, it is understood that ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    "Peace In A World Of Turmoil" Series

    Contributed by Marilyn Murphree on Dec 2, 2004
    based on 68 ratings
     | 37,807 views

    How do we find peace in a world of turmoil? Is it possible?

    Iliff and Saltillo UM Churches Second Sunday of Advent December 5, 2004 “Peace in a World of Turmoil” Isaiah 11:1-10 INTRODUCTION: Story: A few days before Christmas two men in Florida decided to go sailing while their wives went Christmas shopping. While they were out sailing a terrible storm ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Advent 2: Preparation Series

    Contributed by Scott Jensen on Dec 8, 2004
    based on 21 ratings
     | 15,630 views

    2nd in series on Advent Wreath - Sermon focuses on ’preperation’. Prophecy of OT fulfilled in Jesus.

    Advent 2: Preparation Luke 1:26-38 Today, we celebrate the 2nd week in the Advent season. We continue with our sermon series on the Advent wreath. Last week, we talked about the first candle and its’ representation of Hope. This week, we will look at the 2nd candle which ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Changed By Grace

    Contributed by Mike Rickman on Dec 11, 2004
    based on 6 ratings
     | 4,471 views

    When the Holy Spirit comes upon you there is change.

    December 12, 2004 Morning Worship Text: Luke 1:46-48 Subject: Mary’s Song Title: Changed By Grace I have spent much time in recent weeks talking to you about the Holy Spirit. I believe that subsequent to salvation the Baptism in the Holy Spirit is the most important event in the life of a ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    The Grinch That Keeps Stealing Christmas

    Contributed by James May on Dec 15, 2004
    based on 24 ratings
     | 6,732 views

    Lucifer is no fairy tale but he is like that old Grinch in Dr. Seuss’ book. He keeps stealing the meaning of Christmas from everyone he can.

    The Grinch That Keeps Stealing Christmas by Pastor Jim May There has been somewhat of a ruckus among the rich residents of California’s Silicon Valley lately. Six years ago, Alan Aerts and his wife spent $150,000 to create an amazing display of Christmas lights at their mansion in the city of ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    "I'll Take A Crumb Please!"

    Contributed by Kevin Smith on Sep 16, 2005
    based on 40 ratings
     | 23,455 views

    Far too often in life we as the people of God become greedy and want a "Full Course Meal" Blessing... We need to learn how to appreciate the "Crumb" blessings in life!

    Awww, come on & give the Lord a praise in this house! He is worthy is he not! We bless God on today. You may be seated in the prescense of the Lord. This passage is pregnant with possibility, and I could really preach about 3 or 4 messages from this one text, I could talk about perserverance, or ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Paul In Corinth Series

    Contributed by Chris Appleby on Oct 25, 2005
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,555 views

    we can be confident in sharing the gospel with our friends and neighbours because we know that God has already called out people to hear and respond when they hear the good news of salvation.

    I want to finish this part of our series on Acts by reflecting on the way God continued to encourage and support Paul in his preaching of the gospel, despite the great opposition he faced. God’s empowering was such that many people came to believe in Jesus. Paul was able to keep going despite the ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    Thomas - Vilified By Reputation Series

    Contributed by Allan Quak on Dec 16, 2005
    based on 18 ratings
     | 10,472 views

    It is so easy to characterise ourselves and others on the basis of past actions or occasions when sin has prevailed. The way Jesus deals with Thomas reminds us that we should not be judged on the basis of our reputation, but on the basis of Christ’s grac

    Message John 20:24-29 “Thomas … vilified by reputation” We like to put people into a box don’t we? To be able to look at someone and feel that we have a measure of who they are. We see a single mum … and all too quickly we make a presumption about the sort of person she is. We discover someone is ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Cornelius' Friends And Family Day Series

    Contributed by Greg Nance on Oct 16, 2004
    based on 47 ratings
     | 28,482 views

    Welcome to God’s Great Family! God wants a house full of family and he is preparing both the seekers and the speakers when it comes to evangelizing.

    Welcome! We want to extend a special thanks to all our guests who have come to celebrate the worship of our Lord. God’s family is international. We have several Spanish speakers with us today along with all our other friends and family. We want everyone to be able to participate in the worship ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Hanging On Part 1

    Contributed by Joe Harding on Nov 12, 2003
    based on 30 ratings
     | 4,117 views

    OUR GOD CALLS US TO STAND IN THE BATTLE, NOT FALL AWAY!

    HANGING ON PART 1: TAKING A STAND EPHESIANS 6: 10-20 NOVEMBER 9, 2003 INTRODUCTION: Josh Turner - Long Black Train Buy this album! There’s a long black train Coming down the line Feeding off the souls that are lost and crying Tails of sin only evil remains Watch out brother for that long Black ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Bishop William Bryant Wilmore, Jr. avatar

    It's Time To Get Out And Stay Out!

    Contributed by Bishop William Bryant Wilmore, Jr. on Jul 7, 2003
    based on 299 ratings
     | 87,423 views

    When God has delivered you from certain things, you need to move forward and not look back, lest what happened to Lot’s wife happens to you.

    15And 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. 16And while he lingered, the men laid hold upon his hand, and upon the hand of his wife, and upon the hand of his two ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Richard White avatar

    Just Like Jesus Pt 2 Series

    Contributed by Richard White on Jul 9, 2003
    based on 14 ratings
     | 4,465 views

    Max Lucado wrote a very good book by this title which gave me the idea for this series. God loves us the way we are, yet he loves us too much to leave us that way. The heart of Jesus is a listening heart and is lead by the hand of God

    Just like Jesus part 2: Ears to hear Jesus tells a story about a seed scatterer and soil. MT 13:1 That same day Jesus went out of the house and sat by the lake. 2 Such large crowds gathered around him that he got into a boat and sat in it, while all the people stood on the shore. 3 Then he told ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Davon Huss avatar

    It's Time For America To Bless God Series

    Contributed by Davon Huss on Jul 15, 2003
    based on 23 ratings
     | 5,742 views

    A sermon for Independence Day on Jonah 3

    Sermon for 7/6/2003 Jonah 3 Introduction: In John Steinbeck’s story The Wayward Bus a dilapidated old bus takes a cross country shortcut on its journey to Los Angeles, and gets stuck in the mud. While the drivers go for assistance, the passengers take refuge in a cave. It is a curious company of ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    No Fair! Series

    Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on Jul 18, 2003
    based on 84 ratings
     | 9,367 views

    The Kingdom of God is a Kingdom of grace - we are called to be grateful to God and to recognize others as our equals in God’s Kingdom.

    No Fair! Matt. 20:1-16 Your Kingdom Come: July 13, 2003 Intro: Growing up with an older sibling, one of the frequent cries out of my mouth was one some of you parents hear on a daily basis: “no fair!” You know, “How come he gets to stay up later? How come he gets to choose what to watch on ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist