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  • isaac magsino avatar

    How To Convince God

    Contributed by Isaac Magsino on Jan 16, 2006
    based on 16 ratings
     | 4,013 views

    But when you realize that it is God who can rise you up; you suddenly, find yourself ashamed and this could be the reason on why it is hard to be close to Him. You’re thinking that God is hard to convince.

    Theme: How to Convince God Text: Genesis 32: 22-31 Place: FBC Kodiak, Alaska Date: January 15, 2k6 Intro: Illus: Three handsome male dogs are walking down the street when they see a beautiful, enticing, female Poodle. The three male dogs fall all over ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Mike Richardson avatar

    Know What You Know!

    Contributed by Mike Richardson on May 18, 2001
    based on 110 ratings
     | 6,991 views

    The reason so many "church members" fail to live for God and sometimes end up falling for every wind of doctrine even to following cults and fads, especially college kidsis because they lack the knowledge of the Word.

    *Boudreaux was out fishin’ when he came back in with a boat load of fish. The game warden was watchin’ and came and said, "Boudreaux, how you caught all dem fish?" And Boudreaux say, "Com’ see." They both went out again and then Boudreaux said this is the spot. So he pulled out a stick of ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Have You Heard His Call?

    Contributed by Mark Haines on Jan 20, 2001
    based on 66 ratings
     | 5,013 views

    An exploration of possible reasons why Jesus’ disciples must leave everything and follow Him – eliminating all but the fact that His call makes sense when we realize that He gave up everything for us.

    Text: Luke 5:1-11, 27-31 Title: Have you heard his call? Topic: Christian Living Theme: Committed Christian Living Purpose: to be the Holy Spirit’s second witness challenging God’s people in my care to commit everything to Jesus as they follow him. Response: Individuals will receive Communion and ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    Mobilizing For Ministry Series

    Contributed by Brian Bill on Apr 29, 2003
    based on 91 ratings
     | 33,318 views

    The beauty of Christianity is that believers have been redeemed for a reason, converted to a cause, and saved to serve. This morning we’re going to take a look at the second key lifestyle ingredient of the early church ­ they were mobilized for ministry.

    Making an Impact: Mobilizing for Ministry These are actual excerpts from the classified sections of city newspapers. Are you illiterate? Write today for help. Alterations Shop. We do not tear your clothing with machinery. We do it carefully by hand. Auto Repair Service. Try us once; you’ll ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Leaving The Holy Huddle

    Contributed by Greg Bryan on Nov 15, 2004
    based on 14 ratings
     | 7,619 views

    I believe that most Christians in America are living unproductive, unfruitful, and basically selfish lives. One of the reasons I believe this is true, is what I like to refer to as the "holy huddle." The holy huddle is the tendency for Christians to

    "The Holy Huddle" I believe that most Christians in America are living unproductive, unfruitful, and basically selfish lives. One of the reasons I believe this is true, is what I like to refer to as the "holy huddle." The holy huddle is the tendency for Christians to surround themselves with ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Why We Preach On Giving

    Contributed by Mike Garner on Aug 15, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 2,910 views

    Why is it so hard for pastors to preach about giving? Why is it so hard for church members to hear about giving? Here are 3 reasons why preachers should NOT apologize for a sermon on giving - from a layperson!

    What is On Your Mind? One of the most intriguing challenges for anyone who steps behind one of these (pulpits) is trying to figure out what¡¦s going on in your minds. What are you thinking as we speak? It¡¦s not always easy to read. But there is one time where it¡¦s really not all that hard to ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    God's Last Word Series

    Contributed by Mitchell Skelton on Aug 31, 2003
    based on 34 ratings
     | 6,881 views

    God spoke in many ways and at different times in the past. (Burning Bushes, smoke and lightning, dreams and vision, etc.) This encouraging word from Hebrews reiterates the reason and the meaning of the last time God spoke to humanity.

    God’s Last Word Series: Messages from Hebrews 1:1–2:4 Hebrews INTRODUCTION Illustration: Not long after the fall of the Soviet Union, an elderly Russian woman came to America. One day she went for the first time to an American supermarket. Accustomed to long lines and food shortages, she ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Nothing But The Truth! Series

    Contributed by Darren Ethier on May 9, 2002
    based on 59 ratings
     | 5,901 views

    6 of 10 of the series, Supernatural Transformation. God delights in honesty and detests lies. Dishonesty is one of the strongest deterrents to the work of God. This message explores the effects of a dishonest person and the reasons for God’s hard stance

    NOTHING BUT THE TRUTH Ephesians 4:25; John 14:6; Isaiah 53:9; Matthew 5:37 & Various Read at beginning of service: Ephesians 4:25 (NIV) 25 Therefore each of you must put off falsehood and speak truthfully to his neighbor, for we are all members of one body. INTRODUCTION Some of us may be able to ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Self-Examination: A Spiritual Checkup

    Contributed by Jerry Flury on Mar 22, 2004
    based on 64 ratings
     | 51,961 views

    How do you know if you have only a head knowledge of Christ or are truly born again? Is there merit or value in questioning one’s salvation? The Bible gives the reason for self examination and the measures to use.

    SELF-EXAMINATION: A SPIRITUAL CHECKUP 2 CORINTHIANS 13:1-6 (DISCERNING HEAD KNOWLEDGE FROM HEART RELATIONSHIP) Introduction: Recently I was asked, "How does one know whether one merely has a head knowledge of Christ or has been truly born again and has a true heart relationship with the Lord Jesus ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • David Henderson avatar

    "A Lame Excuse" Series

    Contributed by David Henderson on Jan 5, 2011
    based on 10 ratings
     | 71,745 views

    Before you can change you must decide that you want to be changed. There was a reason Jesus asked the question of the lame man, "Do you want to be well?" All of us must answer this crucial question.

    `“A Lame Excuse” John 5:1-15 Jesus has now come up from the city of Cana to the city of Jerusalem to celebrate one of the religious feasts. In Jerusalem there were different gates to enter and they were used for a variety of purposes. One of these gates was called the Sheep gate. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Byron Sherman avatar

    A Mother’s Honor

    Contributed by Byron Sherman on May 9, 2010
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     | 9,263 views

    The 5th commandment instructed the children of Israel of the importance of honoring their mothers. God’s people are to honor their mothers. But Why? 4 reasons our mothers should be honored....Not just today, but every day!

    A MOTHER’s HONOR—Exodus 20:12 Attention: Bob a Tight-wad/Developer-Landlord whose Mother worked for years cleaning office buildings/ Bob tells Jerry—‘I’ve lived 35yrs. seeing those people making my mother slave away from dusk till dawn—3rd shift. I got tired of it, so I bought the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Patrick Nix avatar

    The True Meaning Of Christmas

    Contributed by Patrick Nix on Dec 10, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 22,054 views

    To so many, the mystery of this event brings a magic to their celebration like none other. Let’s unwrap the greatest Christmas gift ever given and discover the REAL REASON for the SEASON... Why was Jesus Born?

    I think that we both would agree that Christmas is more than the cards and gifts, more than the trees and lights, more than family and food. There is a much deeper meaning, a much more fulfilling notion than that of a fat, bearded man on a sleigh. It is the birth of the Christ child: the true ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Waiting For Christmas

    Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Dec 28, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,628 views

    It’s obvious why kids look forward to Christmas. But today we’re going to look at two people who were looking forward in eager anticipation for a much different reason.

    INTRODUCTION: Remember when you were a kid and you couldn’t wait until Christmas arrived? When my brother and I were young, my Mom would have this Christmas calendar with cotton balls stuck to each of the squares. Each day we took turns taking a cotton ball off. We were excited to do so ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Dennis Davidson avatar

    True Shepherds & False Shepherds - Part 2 Series

    Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Dec 30, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 10,027 views

    The reason for the broken covenant symbolically depicted in the Zechariah breaking the staff of grace is now more fully described. It becomes painfully clear that not only did they reject the Son of God but they mocked the character and glory of God incar

    Zechariah 11: 11-17 TRUE SHEPHERDS AND FALSE SHEPHERDS - PART II [Matthew 27: 1-10] God gave His Shepherd two staffs, one called Favor (or grace) and the other Union. The Messiah spoke compassionately to them and opposed the false shepherds. He wanted to unite them in the Father and pour His ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Tim Smith avatar

    Available Series

    Contributed by Tim Smith on Oct 20, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,702 views

    Most Christians believe in Jesus but are not possessed by Jesus and therein lies the reason for the lack of people being Christian missionaries in the world. Missionaries are possessed by the presence of Jesus make themselves available for God’s purposes.

    Available Acts 8:26-40 The Psalmist prays, “Lord, teach me to number my days that I may gain a heart of wisdom.” Jesus had the key to numbering our days when he said just keep seeking the kingdom of God. Throughout this series, we’ve learned that missionaries are spirit filled ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist