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  • Tim Patrick avatar

    A Giant Sized Attitude

    Contributed by Tim Patrick on Apr 24, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,400 views

    Learn to develop a Godly attitude as you examine the story of David and Goliath.

    Today I want to begin a series of messages about attitude. Our attitude is such a powerful force in our lives. Your attitude will build you up or tear you down. We are living in an economic and social environment when it is vitally important that we find a positive God based attitude. Everywhere ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Glory Of God Series

    Contributed by Tyler Edwards on Apr 24, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,566 views

    God’s power is an incredible thing to see. What is perhaps more impressive is that He has the strength to keep Himself under control.

    Glory of God SERIES May 18, 2008 The Glory of God in His Power I am told that 60% of Americans are afraid of death. Also that 80% of Americans are afraid of public speaking. That means that 20% of Americans would rather be the guy the box, than the guy giving the eulogy. Fear is an emotional ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    Extreme Living

    Contributed by Joseph Stapleton on Apr 28, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,574 views

    In a world of Extreme life, we as Christians can live Extreme also

    EXTREME LIVING Attitude is Everything (All my sermons use illustrations from Sermon Central and all Scripture is NIV unless otherwise noted) In our world there seems to be a need to take things to another level. When I was younger I enjoyed sports, now there is EXTREME sports. Our world is ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Knowing When To Break The Rules

    Contributed by Joseph Smith on May 2, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,684 views

    Jesus’ encounter with the Syrophoenician woman admits several interpretations, all of which teach us: give what is needed rather than what is wanted; teach others rather than do for them; watch your motives.

    Just when you think you have your life routines down pat, settled and secure, something comes along and upsets the whole pattern. Just when you think you have your life all organized, something comes up to discombobulate it! Just when you think you know the rules by which you govern your life, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    When Death Collides With Life Series

    Contributed by David Elvery on May 7, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 9,583 views

    Jesus’ attitude to death and life

    When Death Collides With Life - Luke 7:11-17 Gladstone Baptist Church - 3/7/05 am Last week we spoke about an amazing display of great faith. Do you remember - Jesus healed the Centurion’s servant and the outcome was tremendous for all concerned ... - The Slave lived - The Centurion was ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Sweet, Sweet Spirit Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Sep 28, 2008
    based on 65 ratings
     | 16,699 views

    Why does a successful church do what it does? Is it because they do everything right... or is it something else?

    OPEN: Sesame Street has been a popular children’s educational show for years. With the exception of a few “human” actors, the show revolved around the learning experiences taught by hand puppets called “Muppets”. Kermit the Frog, The Cookie Monster and Bert and Ernie have all been favorite ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    You Need The Invisible Man

    Contributed by Steve Ely on Oct 1, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,797 views

    5 Relationships You Can’t Live Without! Each of these relationships are crucial for you to live a healthy and successful life!

    “5” Part 5 – You Need The Invisible Man I. Introduction The Invisible Man is a 1897 science fiction novel by H.G. Wells. In the 1933 Universal film adapted the book to screen. Since then there has been television series with the same title in 1958 and in 1975. There have been countless other ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Assuming The Position Series

    Contributed by Steve Ely on Oct 1, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 16,688 views

    We sit. We soak. We sour. There has to be more! How do we shake off the apathy and impact our culture? It is time to get engaged.

    “Let’s Get Engaged” Part 1 – Assuming the Position VIDEO – MeChurch (Available at SermonSpice.com) The Passion Process. We have covered the first two steps in the Passion Process until you should know them like you know your hand! We are determined to Encounter God and become Equipped. ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Jesus: Our Thirst-Quencher

    Contributed by Mike Cleveland on Oct 12, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,383 views

    Only Jesus quenches our thirst.

    John chapter 4. 35-year-old Bill Jenkins had become very thirsty. Having gotten lost from the rest of the desert expedition, he was exactly 4 days in the hot desert sun without any water before he was rescued. He kept a diary during this time and recorded that at the end of the first day without ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    A Basis For Relief Series

    Contributed by Curry Pikkaart on Apr 19, 2011
     | 5,518 views

    Jesus shared His last will and Testament with His diciples. What did He bequeath to them to give them confidence and hope?

    “Setting Troubled Hearts at Rest: A Basis for Relief” John 14:25-31 We usually see the scene in a movie or a television ad – the head of the family has died and the family is sitting nervously in the lawyer’s office as he prepares to read the will. Tension and anxiety fill ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    "The River Of Life" Chapter 22 Series

    Contributed by Andy Grossman on Apr 28, 2010
    based on 8 ratings
     | 12,968 views

    Chapter 22 of Revelation

    REVEALING THE REVELATION Chapter 22 – “The River of Life” May 2, 2010 It was in August of 2009 that we began our study of this book. I had originally planned on studying and preaching only on the Churches that this book starts with – only a couple of chapters -but ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

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    A Good Word For The Mother-In-Law

    Contributed by Jay Robison on May 13, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 11,761 views

    Naomi was a powerful influence on the life of her daughter-in-law Ruth. This sermon examines their relationship. I also encourage positive family relationships.

    Sources for this sermon include 1994 Minister's Manual and the Broadman Bible Commentary. Outline included at the end. A GOOD WORD FOR THE MOTHER-IN-LAW Mother’s Day 2010 RUTH 1:6-18 Baby asked God They tell me you are sending me to earth tomorrow, but how am I going to live there being ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Kids Will Be Kids Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on May 16, 2010
    based on 64 ratings
     | 37,602 views

    Some say "Kids will be kids" meaning that if you just leave them alone, they’ll turn out okay. But the writer of Proverbs disagreed. Do you know why?

    James Dobson tells of a 10 year old boy named Robert who was an absolute terror. Whenever his mother went to the doctor, he would literally attack the office, grabbing instruments and files and telephones. All the while his passive mother could do little more than shake her head in bewilderment. ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    How To Keep Your Love Growing

    Contributed by Tim Smith on Mar 17, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 8,075 views

    There are five things which keep a marriage and your love growing

    How to Keep Your Love Growing A woman wrote to Dear Abby: “Do all marriages eventually go stale? Ours has. My husband and I don’t seem to have much to talk about any more. We used to talk about our kids but now they’re grown and gone. Now I have no major complaints about my ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Guy De Swardt avatar

    The Need For Repentance Unto Holiness.

    Contributed by Guy De Swardt on Mar 17, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 9,445 views

    Growing downward to grow upward into Christ.

    The Need For Repentance Unto Holiness Reading: 2 Corinthians 7v1; 9-11 I can remember well when I was a little boy,…that my parents used to measure my growth on the wall in our kitchen. Every now and then we three children used to line up against the wall,…and our measurement would be taken to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist