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  • Jamie Wright avatar

    Prayer

    Contributed by Jamie Wright on Dec 6, 2004
    based on 48 ratings
     | 18,930 views

    It is essential for believer’s to pray. The reason many Christians quit and give up is because of the lack of prayer.

    Prayer Pastor Jamie Wright * MFC *December 01, 2004 1. Purpose of Prayer … one of His disciples said to Him, ’Lord, teach us to pray . . .’ -Luke 11:1 Prayer is not a normal part of the life of the natural man. We hear it said that a person’s life will suffer if he doesn’t pray, but I question ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    I Am The Bread Of Life Series

    Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on Dec 13, 2004
    based on 421 ratings
     | 184,829 views

    When Jesus announced I AM the Bread of Life, people walked out on Him for 3 reasons.

    I AM series #1 I AM the Bread of Life John 6 INTRODUCTION: Ever since I first saw those beautiful stained glass projects on our sanctuary walls, I have wanted to take a closer look at the I AM statements of Jesus Christ. In fact, I wish we could commission that same stained glass crew to make ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    "Honey From The Rock

    Contributed by Ken Harris on Aug 29, 2004
    based on 20 ratings
     | 13,984 views

    The purpose of this sermon is to motivate the hearers to affirm to others that God promises are SIGNS THAT give reasons to EXPECT SUCCESS.

    “Honey from The Rock” Psalm 81:11-16 U.S. Army Chaplain (MAJ) Ken Harris CP Walker, Taegu, South Korea BIG IDEA: GOD PROMISES GIVE REASONS TO EXPECT SUCCESS. REFERENCES: Luke 14:11 (For all who exalt themselves will be humbled, and those who humble themselves will be exalted); Ps. 81:16 (I ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • David Petticrew avatar

    No Compromise On Prayer Series

    Contributed by David Petticrew on Mar 16, 2004
    based on 44 ratings
     | 7,541 views

    A look at Daniel 6 where we learn about prayer, the reasons for it and how we do it.

    Introduction The church choir director was being driven out of his mind at the rehearsals for the Christmas choral concert. It seemed that at least one or more members of the choir was absent at every rehearsal. Finally they reached the last rehearsal and he announced: "I want to personally thank ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

  • Larry Hiles avatar

    Are We Blind Too?

    Contributed by Larry Hiles on Jun 6, 2004
    based on 394 ratings
     | 43,838 views

    4 Reasons That Believers Can Be Blind! 1. Judgment 2. Skepticism 3. Tradition 4. Fear

    Are We Blind? John 9 June 6, 2004 The 1964 Philadelphia Phillies will always be known as the team that suffered one of the great collapses in sports history. They let a huge division lead slip away by losing ten games in a row at the end of the season. Despite the collapse, the Phillies season ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    God's Affirmative Action Plan

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jul 2, 2004
    based on 15 ratings
     | 5,694 views

    The 5 R’s of God’s affirmative action plan: Reason, Reconciliation, Revelation, Reality and Response

    When I was young my grandmother used to speak to me about the importance of the 3 R’s. When I was old enough to spell I pointed out that from Reading, writing and arithmetic only one was actually spelt with an R! Today I want us to think about the 5 R’s of God’s affirmative action plan – and they ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Cross Series

    Contributed by W F on Apr 6, 2007
    based on 5 ratings
     | 13,461 views

    The death of Jesus is unique because, unlike the death of any other religious leader, Jesus died for a reason.

    INTRODUCTION The cross of Christ is unique because … 1. THE CROSS OF CHRIST IS UNIQUE BECAUSE OF ITS PURPOSE. What is the difference between Jesus’ death and the death of Mohammad or Buddha or any of the other religious leaders in history? The primary difference between them is that Jesus died for ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

  • Michael Stark avatar

    The Neglected Doctrine

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Jun 3, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,735 views

    Christ commands us to disciple others. If we are not obedient, then we must consider the reason for our disobedience.

    MATTHEW 28:18-20 THE NEGLECTED DOCTRINE “Jesus … said, ‘All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all that I have commanded ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Why Me Lord?

    Contributed by Bob Marcaurelle on Aug 23, 2006
    based on 47 ratings
     | 44,081 views

    When we are hurting, the natural question is why. Here are a few reasons why hurts can be helpful

    WHY ME LORD? Bob Marcaurelle Job. 7:20; Rom. 8:28 Text: “Why do you use me for target practice? “In all things God works for the good of those who love him” (Job. 7:20, TEV; Rom. 8:28, NIV). Most ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Grant Gregory avatar

    Why Are You Following Jesus?

    Contributed by Grant Gregory on Sep 11, 2006
    based on 21 ratings
     | 11,656 views

    The Bible says that multitudes followed Jesus. People followed Jesus for different reasons. The same is true today.

    Why Are You Following Jesus? Text: Matt. 4:23-24 "And Jesus went about all Galilee, teaching in their synagogues, and preaching the gospel of the kingdom, healing all manner of sickness among the people ... "And there followed him great multitudes of people from Galilee, and from Decapolis, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Going Out Of Your Way For Christ Series

    Contributed by Tim Patrick on Nov 14, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,012 views

    Discover the reason why missionaries and other Christian workers go out of their way to follow Jesus Christ.

    Introduction: Have you ever had a disagreement with someone over a sandwich? I have! My disagreement was with Judy (my wife). I met Judy when I was in seminary. When we first started dating this disagreement occurred. On this particular afternoon Judy had to work and I was off. She worked as ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Tom Shepard avatar

    The Marks Of A Great Christian - Loving Series

    Contributed by Tom Shepard on Jul 11, 2007
    based on 48 ratings
     | 16,316 views

    This sermon is second in a series of three. It looks at five reasons why we should love one another.

    The Marks Of A Great Christian - Loving Two friends were discussing what it means to be in love. One said, "I think I have been in love three times.” His friend asked him to tell him about his three love experiences. He said, "Five years ago I cared deeply for a woman. I wanted to be around her ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Dr. C. David White avatar

    Why Aren't There More Soul Winners?

    Contributed by Dr. C. David White on Mar 25, 2002
    based on 30 ratings
     | 3,693 views

    The real reason we don’t see more soul winners is a lack of concern for broken people.

    The world is still mostly unreached & unsaved after more than 2000 years of Christianity. 1.) World population in nearing five billion, most have never heard the gospel. [Amazing – USA] [Six billion 2001] 2.) Another amazing fact: Most believers will never win a soul! (approx. 95% ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • John Harvey avatar

    The Thanksgiving Struggle

    Contributed by John Harvey on Nov 13, 2007
    based on 7 ratings
     | 7,165 views

    One of the reasons we have a hard time being thankful is that we are focused on our own needs.

    “The Thanksgiving Struggle” November 18, 2007 Me: I have begun reading a book called, “The Royal Way of the Cross” by Francois Fenelon. Fenelon is best known for writing about how we love ourselves more than we love God and how we need to learn selfless love and not selfish love. Out of some of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Steve Shepherd avatar

    Honoring Our Veterans

    Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Nov 14, 2007
    based on 74 ratings
     | 15,246 views

    Today, we want to honor and salute our armed service veterans and there are many reasons for doing this.

    INTRO.- ILL.- All Soldiers Are Heroes by Christel Ables. I am new to the army. I have only been in for a little over a year. I come from a long line of soldiers. My father, Robert Ables is an Iraqi veteran. I found out a month ago that I will be going as well in just a few months. I was ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ