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  • David McClain avatar

    Our Secret Fears Series

    Contributed by David Mcclain on Jul 22, 2018
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     | 8,944 views

    We overcome the deepest fears that negatively impact our marriages by learning to be content in Christ alone.

    OPENING SENTENCE: Sometimes when you hear someone like myself preach on an issue you wonder if we can really understand what you are dealing with in your own life. INTRODUCTION: Let’s face it, sometimes life can be hard and the admonition to trust Jesus, or let God take control, etc. can come ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Parenting: Training Up A Child In The Things Of God. Series

    Contributed by David Mcclain on Jul 22, 2018
     | 11,506 views

    Parents must agree on the values and principles for childrearing

    OPENING SENTENCE: Let me read to you a mothers account of a typical day in her household. INTRODUCTION: Like last night. I had repeatedly asked Addy to go pee before bed, and repeatedly asked Peyton to stop throwing Addy’s pillows. When neither of them listened to me, Peter yelled from the shower, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Hope For The Fallen Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Aug 13, 2018
     | 10,998 views

    Peter's denial of Jesus gives us the perfect example of how a person who falls can be forgiven and start over.

    Introduction: A. The year was 1779. 1. He was a loyal patriot, a prosperous businessman, a natural leader and an obvious choice to be captain of the Connecticut State Militia. 2. He proved to be a good military leader. 3. He received much praise and acclaim, but when Congress created five new ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    God's Prescription For Unity Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Nov 20, 2017
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     | 12,945 views

    In Philippians 2:1-4, Paul gives God's prescription for unity which includes both the motivation and the method for unity.

    Introduction: A. Welcome to Friend Day! 1. If this is your first time with us, then we want to extend a warm welcome to you! a. We hope you are inspired and encouraged, and will come back again. 2. If this is not your first visit, then we want to welcome you back! a. It is so good to see you ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Jesus' Power Over Demons Series

    Contributed by David Dykes on Jan 25, 2018
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     | 27,319 views

    Don't be deceived by the lie of self-help. Jesus is your only hope.

    INTRODUCTION Thank you for your prayers for Dale Pond and me as we traveled to Uganda and Tanzania to train pastors and to preach in the churches. We worked with over a thousand pastors who are hungry to learn how to build a Healthy Church. Greg Smith, our friend from Atlanta, joined us. Greg is ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Jesus Extended Forecast, Part 1 Series

    Contributed by David Dykes on Jan 28, 2018
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     | 21,027 views

    The most important event in the future is the return of Jesus Christ. In Mark 13, Jesus gives details of His return, but in the first part of the chapter He predicts three things that will happen before He returns.

    INTRODUCTION Predicting the weather is tough sometimes. A group of Sioux Native Americans living in South Dakota asked their tribal chief if it was going to be a cold winter. He said, “I’ll get back to you.” Then he used his cell phone and called the National Weather Service, and they said they ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Demanding Widow Series

    Contributed by Gordon Curley on Jul 21, 2019
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     | 8,766 views

    A Demanding Widow - Luke chapter 18 verses 1-8 - sermon by Gordon Curley (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

    SERMON OUTLINE: The Widow in the story: (1) She had an opponent. (2) She couldn’t solve her own problem. (3) She was persistent. (4) She had a genuine need. (5) She got what she wanted. The judge in the story: (1) He didn’t fear God. (2) He didn’t respect man. (3) He was unrighteous. (4) He ...read more

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    Denomination: Brethren

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    Sermon 6: From Bitterness To Blessing Series

    Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Jul 23, 2019
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     | 8,734 views

    What a difference a day can make! One day Ruth went into the fields to glean a poor widow with no prospects for the future and by the end of the day she found herself the object of the special attention and affection of a man who would change her destiny.

    Sermon 6: From Bitterness to Blessing Series: Ruth Chuck Sligh July 22, 2019 What a difference a day can make! One day Ruth went into the fields to glean a poor widow with no prospects for the future and by the end of the day she found herself the object of the special attention and affection of a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    God, If He Is Good Why Is There So Much Bad Series

    Contributed by Steve Malone on Jan 31, 2019
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     | 9,369 views

    This message is an attempt to answer some of the honest questions people have about how if God is good , then why is there so much suffering.

    God, If He Is Good Why Is There So Much Bad? "For my thoughts are not your thoughts, neither are your ways my ways," declares the LORD. "As the heavens are higher than the earth, so are my ways higher than your ways and my thoughts than your thoughts.” - Isaiah 55:8,9 What are ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Straight From The Heart Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Oct 23, 2017
     | 14,389 views

    In this sermon, we cover the first eleven verses of Philippians 1 and we learn about the importance of learning to communicate appropriately words of appreciation, love and encouragement.

    Introduction: A. Once there was an old blacksmith who was nearing retirement and so he picked out a young man to train as his apprentice. 1. The old blacksmith was rather gruff and exacting – He said to the young man, “Don’t ask me a lot of questions, just do whatever I tell you to do.” 2. One day ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Influence Of A Servant Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Mar 14, 2016
     | 7,829 views

    In this sermon on the influence of a servant, we examine Jesus' illustrations of salt and light from the Sermon on the Mount. I also continue to rely on Swindoll's book, Improving Your Serve.

    Introduction: A. Hillary Clinton’s current presidential campaign gives this old illustration an interesting twist. 1. There’s a story told about a drive that Bill and Hillary Clinton took while they were on vacation. 2. After driving along enjoying the beautiful countryside, they needed ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Lessons From The Cross - Part 2: Trust In The Lord With All Your Heart! Series

    Contributed by Rick Crandall on Jun 11, 2020
     | 4,555 views

    1. Trust in the Lord for His cross (vs. 16-18). 2. Trust in the Lord for His crown (vs. 19-22). 3. Trust in the Lord for His confirmation (vs. 23-24). 4. Trust in the Lord for His care (vs. 25-30).

    Lessons from the Cross Part 2: Trust in the Lord with All Your Heart! John 19:16-30 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - June 20, 2018 (Revised June 11, 2020) BACKGROUND: *Please open your Bibles to John 19. Here we are taking an in-depth look at the darkest day in human history: The ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Jesus Strong 2: Because His Grace Is... Series

    Contributed by Paul Cockram on Mar 2, 2020
     | 4,551 views

    God’s grace is always sufficient because He is all powerful and His grace is everlasting. Nothing can match God’s power. Portions derived from outline and notes on Church Edge, and also some material was derived from the message “When I Am Weak”, submitted to Sermon Central by Kenneth Sauer

    Today, we’re beginning our second message in our series, “Jesus Strong.” Last week, the message was, “Jesus Strong: Because You’re Not Strong Enough.” Today, I’ve entitled the message, “Jesus strong: Because His Grace is.” Our text will be 2 Corinthians 12:9-10. You can go ahead and turn ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Jesus And The Resurrection Series

    Contributed by Gordon Curley on Apr 11, 2020
     | 3,785 views

    Jesus and the Resurrection – sermon by Gordon Curley (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

    SERMON OUTLINE: • (1). The Women (chapter 23 verse 55 to chapter 24 verse 3) • (2). The Angelic Beings (chapter 24 verses 4-8) • (3). The Disciples (chapter 24 verses 9-12) SERMON BODY: Ill: • Five-year-old Brian had to recite a Bible verse in the Easter Sunday service. • He was meant to stand ...read more

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    Denomination: Brethren

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    A Hill To Die On Series

    Contributed by Jefferson Williams on Jul 16, 2020
    based on 2 ratings
     | 5,321 views

    The Apostle Paul had decided that contending for the true Gospel was the hill he was willing to die on. It consumed him and it fueled his outrage at false teachers that would lead his spiritual children astray.

    Dance Lessons: A Hill to Die On Galatians 2:1-10 Chenoa Baptist Church Pastor Jefferson M. Williams 02-16-2020 Here I Stand In 1521, Martin Luther was summoned to appear before the Diet of Worms. This was a general assembly of the estates of the Holy Roman Empire. Martin’s 95 theses, and his ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist