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  • Frank Martin avatar

    Pragmatism Within The House Of Faith. By F.martin

    Contributed by Frank Martin on Apr 19, 2007
    based on 5 ratings
     | 3,493 views

    A look at the traditions of present day church

    Pragmatism within the House of Faith. By F.Martin An approach to philosophy which holds that the truth or meaning of a statement is to be measured by its practical (i.e., pragmatic) consequences. A man stands within the confines of his office looking out at the gathered multitude. He is ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    When All Hell Breaks Loose - Help Is On The Way

    Contributed by Jonathan Twitchell on Dec 7, 2006
    based on 1 rating
     | 8,837 views

    This sermon was preached on Advent 1C, and highlights the hope we have in the promise of Christ’s Second Coming. The sermon concluded with a service of prayer and anointing.

    Happy New Year! Yes…Happy New Year! Today marks the beginning of the New Year in the Christian Calendar. No, this is not the calendar year, neither is it the beginning of the church statistical and budget year—but the beginning of the Christian Worship Year. Today is the First Sunday of Advent, ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    Is He Worth The Fuss?

    Contributed by William Noel on Dec 31, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,233 views

    Should Christians make a fuss over Christ and His birth?

    The Lord gave me this message this past Tuesday, while at a home school choir concert. · I have to admit, the style of music that they sing is not what I normally listen to. · Also, since Sis. Noel takes the kids to their weekly rehearsals, I didn’t know anyone there. · And to top it off, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Promise For You From The Lord

    Contributed by Dr. Stanley Vasu on Jan 1, 2007
    based on 5 ratings
     | 5,331 views

    THIS SERMON IS A PROMISE FOR YOU FROM THE LORD BASED ON LUKE 1:68-75 AND HIGHLIGHTS THE FOLLOWING 1. ADORATION 2. VISITATION 3. REVELATION 4. EMANCIPATION 5. ATTESTATION 6. RELAXATION 7. PURIFICATION

    A PROMISE FOR YOU FROM THE LORD ********************************************************************** LUKE 1:68-75 "Praise be to the Lord, the God of Israel, because he has come and has redeemed his people. He has raised up a horn of salvation for us in the house of his servant David ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Choosing A Bible Version Series

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Aug 4, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,247 views

    This sermon explores how to choose a Bible version. It presents an argument for choosing an essentially literal translation of the Bible.

    Scripture The past few Sundays we have been looking at Romans 3:1-2. I would like to do so again today. The Apostle Paul asked, “What advantage, then, is there in being a Jew, or what value is there in circumcision?” (3:1). How responded by saying, “Much in every way!” (3:2a). And then he ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Mike Rexroat avatar

    "Lost Sheep Need A Shepherd" Series

    Contributed by Mike Rexroat on Aug 5, 2007
    based on 31 ratings
     | 20,124 views

    A look at the Parable of the Lost Sheep...from the view of the sheep.

    Ok, good morning! We have two items of business to take care of before we get started this morning. First, we have to wish Laurie and her husband Jim a Happy Anniversary for this coming Thursday. Last week it was her birthday and this week it is her anniversary.... so she pretty much gets all ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Rodney V Johnson avatar

    The Schemes Of The Devil Part 4: Unforgiveness Series

    Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Aug 18, 2007
    based on 6 ratings
     | 6,585 views

    Parts 4 & 5 of this series focuses on unforgiveness.

    The Schemes of the Devil Part 4: Un-forgiveness Scripture: Eph. 6:11-12; Mark 11:24-26; Matthew 18:21-35 Introduction: This is part four of my series focused on the schemes of the devil. The foundational scripture for this series is Ephesians 6:11-12 which says “Put on the full armor of God so ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Patience In Suffering Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Aug 8, 2006
    based on 9 ratings
     | 11,092 views

    While we are suffering, James says that there is one thing we must do, and two things we must not do.

    Introduction: A. Dr. Robert Lightner, a long-time faculty member of the theology department at Dallas Theological Seminary was involved in a terrible plane crash. 1. He was in a single-engine plane that flipped over during takeoff. 2. He was badly injured and bruised beyond recognition. His ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    I Will Be A Servant In The Church Series

    Contributed by Jason Cole on Mar 10, 2007
    based on 45 ratings
     | 8,974 views

    I preached this sermon at the oridnation of three deacons, but directed more as a charge to the church to be servants as well. We are all called to serve and sometimes we need to take off our bibs and put on our aprons.

    “I Will Be A Servant in the Church” Introduction: Today, we have ordained three men into the position of deacon. Many times as events like this take place we fail to catch and see the meaning of what is taking place. First of all, it is important that we understand that word “ordain” simple ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    #6 -- Security Series

    Contributed by Derek Melanson on Nov 10, 2006
    based on 14 ratings
     | 25,491 views

    It is in God that we find and have security.

    A Secure World? Do you think we live in a secure world? If you don’t, you’re not alone. And let’s face it, there isn’t much reason to feel secure about our world. The conflict in the Middle East has reached what is likely an uneasy ceasefire. British authorities recently discovered, and thankfully ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    #8 The Enemy Within Series

    Contributed by James May on May 3, 2006
    based on 15 ratings
     | 23,093 views

    #8 in the Nehemiah Series. Tobiah’s attack is symbolic of the worst enemy that we have - ourselves. It’s my own flesh that I have the hardest battles with.

    Book of Nehemiah Series #8 The Enemy Within By Pastor Jim May When Sanballat couldn’t succeed, and Tobiah was stopped in his tracks, another enemy stepped forward. This enemy was more dangerous than either Sanballat or Tobiah and threatened to unravel the very fiber of the rebuilding ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    I Will Give Thanks!

    Contributed by Frank Jackson on May 7, 2006
    based on 120 ratings
     | 59,589 views

    I made up in mind every time I get a chance, every time I get an opportunity, to say thank you unto God, I am going to open up my mouth, I am going to raise my hands, and I am going to tell God, “thank you!” Is there anybody here that just wants to tell

    My father’s children there is not doubt in my mind, that the reason I am able to stand here before is because God has blessed me with two wonderful parents. There is some thing about my parents that I need to let you know, my parents believe in the scripture, “If you spare the rod, you’ll spoil ...read more

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    Denomination: Disciples Of Christ

  • John Hamilton avatar

    The Da Vinci Code-- Exposing The Errors

    Contributed by John Hamilton on May 7, 2006
    based on 45 ratings
     | 2,626 views

    Exposing the lies and answering the main questions posed by "The DaVinci Code."

    The Da Vinci Deception, 1 Tim 1:3; 4:1,2 1 Timothy 1:3 (NIV), “As I urged you when I went into Macedonia, stay there in Ephesus so that you may command certain men not to teach false doctrines any longer.” 1 Timothy 4:1-2, “The Spirit clearly says that in later times some will abandon the faith ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The End Is Near Series

    Contributed by Denn Guptill on Oct 23, 2001
    based on 56 ratings
     | 6,522 views

    The last of the X-files sermons, looks at the rapture.

    Mark 13:36-37 Where did they go? One minute they were there and the next minute there they were, gone. It happened all over the world, billions of people just disappeared. From every country and every social group. Politicians, movie stars, televisions personalities, authors, journalist, ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    Joseph's Story

    Contributed by William Groover on Dec 11, 2001
    based on 68 ratings
     | 6,615 views

    Dramatic monologue on Joseph

    “Joseph’s Story” Dr. Bill Groover Tallahassee, Florida © 1998, 2002, William A. Groover Jr., Ph.D. Preachers may use this sermon or any part in worship if no publication is involved. No credit to the author is required, but an e-mail to DrBillGroover@aol.com will be appreciated. I’d also ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist