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  • Dan Cormie avatar

    Getting To Know Him 3 Series

    Contributed by Dan Cormie on Nov 24, 2010
     | 2,653 views

    Paul is praying that the Ephesian Christians will have spiritual eyes to see not only the hope that God has called them to but also the glorious inheritance that belongs to all who are in Christ

    Dakota Community Church November 21, 2010 Getting to Know Him - 3 Ephesians 1:15-23 15For this reason, ever since I heard about your faith in the Lord Jesus and your love for all the saints, 16I have not stopped giving thanks for you, remembering you in my prayers. 17I keep asking that the God of ...read more

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    Denomination: Mennonite

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    Building Up Broken Down Walls

    Contributed by Jeremy Poling on Mar 21, 2011
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    Repairing that which is broken.

    Nehemiah 4:1_3 - "1 But it came to pass, that when Sanballat heard that we builded the wall, he was wroth, and took great indignation, and mocked the Jews." "2 And he spake before his brethren and the army of Samaria, and said, What do these feeble Jews? will they fortify themselves? will they ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Ark Of Salvation Series

    Contributed by Ken Mckinley on Oct 18, 2010
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    This is the 15th sermon of a series of sermons given on the Book of Genesis. In this sermon we discuss the faith of Noah, and how his faith saved him from the wrath of God

    Genesis (15) (The Ark of Salvation) Text: Genesis 6:9-22 By: Ken McKinley (Read Text) Now when I read that passage; my mind goes to the words of Jesus in the New Testament where He said, “As in the days of Noah, so shall the coming of the Son of Man be.” Now maybe that’s because ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    What's The Deal?

    Contributed by Jon Mackinney on Nov 10, 2010
     | 2,967 views

    The complete unfairness of grace...what a concept! We want our reward to be commensurate with our works. And it's tough when it's not!

    Passage: Matthew 20:1-16 Intro: Do you remember the story of David and his confrontation with Nathan? 1. David had committed adultery, had husband killed, confronted by the prophet in a unique way. 2. story of man who stole pet lamb to feed guests, …sucked David in…”you are ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    What Have You Done? Series

    Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Feb 5, 2009
     | 3,621 views

    God invites us to live life to the fullest. This is accomplished when we love and serve God with all of our heart, soul, mind and strength.

    Genesis 2:15-17, 3:1-14 “Where Are You?” INTRODUCTION Shopping malls across the country have been using a fantastic shopping aid for several years. Of course, I speak of the mall map that shows all of the store locations, and with a big red arrow exclaims, “You are here!” It is very helpful ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Religion Undefiled Series

    Contributed by Chris Surber on Aug 26, 2009
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     | 4,459 views

    Pure religion lives out as an outworking of the grace of God in us!

    “Religion Undefiled” James 1:17-27 “Religion Undefiled” James 1:17-27 Introduction The story is told of an evangelist overseer of an African Church, was talking about following the “pure” path, and the “pure” path only. It was night, and a crowd of natives sat around the campfire. A native dog ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    Is Your Faith For Real? Series

    Contributed by Richard Tow on Sep 16, 2009
    based on 17 ratings
     | 32,503 views

    The difference between a superficial believeism and a transforming faith in Jesus Christ is examined.

    Is Your Faith For Real? James 2:14-26 6-8-08 Intro Text: James 2:14-26 James opens this discussion with two rhetorical questions in verse 14, “What does it profit, my brethren, if someone says he has faith but does not have works? Can faith save him?” or more accurately the NIV asks, “Can SUCH ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    Stop Minding Your Own Business

    Contributed by Thomas Bowen on Jan 15, 2011
    based on 5 ratings
     | 13,472 views

    Christians need to stop minding their own business and start minding our father's business.

    Stop minding your own business Luke 2:40-2:49 I was thinking about a phrase that I remember hearing people say a lot when I was in high school I guess I heard it in lots of situations. It just seems that I don’t recall hearing it as much in more recent times… “Mind your own ...read more

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    Denomination: Congregational

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    Don't Bet On Gambling

    Contributed by David Holwick on Mar 20, 2014
     | 4,974 views

    Christian arguments against gambling.

    Rev. David Holwick First Baptist Church West Lafayette, Ohio May 25, 1986 DON'T BET ON GAMBLING Proverbs 16:33 My sermon this morning is on gambling. After three weeks without a winner, the state lottery is now up to $18 million. That’s quite a temptation! Overnight you could become ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    James - An Introduction Series

    Contributed by Bobby Stults on Aug 21, 2013
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    The letter that is written by James to the Jews scattered abroad is a letter that is often misunderstood and misused.

    A Study of the Letter of James James 1:1 August 14, 2013 James is a book that has long been misunderstood by many believers! We have seen some great men of faith come to the conclusion that what James seems to teach is in conflict with the teachings of grace from the Apostle Paul. Martin Luther ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Economy Series

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Aug 19, 2012
    based on 3 ratings
     | 6,795 views

    As we consider politics according to the Bible, we examine what the Bible has to say about the economy.

    Scripture Years ago I came across the following somewhat humorous view of the economic policies of different political systems: • In Communism, if you have two cows, the government takes both of them and gives you part of the milk. • In Socialism, if you have two cows, the government ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Tapin To The Hly Spirit #3 Series

    Contributed by Gerald Van Horn on Jan 5, 2014
     | 4,159 views

    Signs and symbols of the Holy Spirit

    Tap Inn by Gerald Van Horn Part #3 of 5 series Today we continue with part #3 of our series “Tap Inn to the power of the Holy Spirit.” Before we continue, let me answer an important question for you. Here’s the question. “ Does pastor Mark speak in ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Left Our First Love At Home

    Contributed by Jimmy Haile on Feb 5, 2014
     | 5,902 views

    Jesus gives some steps to renewing our first love, they are not only good for restoring our love for Him but great steps in renewing our love for our spouse!

    Rev. 2:4-5-Nevertheless I have this against you, that you have left your first love. Remember therefore from where you have fallen; repent and do the first works, or else I will come to you quickly and remove your lampstand from its place—unless you repent. A man came to his pastor and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    "Being At The Right Place At The Right Time"

    Contributed by Michael Bowen on Jun 10, 2013
     | 4,858 views

    Theme: "Finding Your Place Of Service"

    I. God’s Calling Is Personal (v. 6-9a) A. He Calls People Involved (v. 6-8) B. He Calls People Individually (v. 9a) II. God’s Calling Is Persistent (v. 9b) A. To Show The Concern Is ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Preferring Others In Giving Series

    Contributed by Dan Cormie on Jun 22, 2013
     | 2,675 views

    The new birth results in revolutionary change. “None but Christ can transform a burglar into a benefactor!” - John R.W. Stott

    Dakota Community Church Ephesians 56, Grace at Work 26 June 23, 2013 Preferring Others in Giving We are given six behaviors we are to discontinue - because they destroy unity. We are given six replacement behaviors which will foster and protect unity. Instead of lying; speak truth ...having put ...read more

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    Denomination: Mennonite