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  • Pastor Steve Zimmerman avatar

    Heart Trouble

    Contributed by Pastor Steve Zimmerman on Jul 24, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,216 views

    In order for God's Word to enter our heart, we must create the proper conditions for reception

    Heart Trouble When you hear the phrase, “Just follow your heart,” do you believe that if you do, you will be kept out of trouble and on the right path in life? If we follow our heart sometimes we get into a real mess. ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Rev. K. Michael Bryant avatar

    Wedding Notes

    Contributed by Rev. K. Michael Bryant on Dec 13, 2002
    based on 10 ratings
     | 7,861 views

    A couple was married at the Court by a Judge. The couple had a reception later that day and asked for a religous short sermon.

    INTRODUCTION: Marriage is a journey toward an unknown destination -- the discovery that people must share not only what they don’t know about each other, but what they don’t know about themselves. Let us pray: Dear Heavenly Father, we know that you are never an unwanted guest, that you do not ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • John Hamby avatar

    The Art Of Really Listening Series

    Contributed by John Hamby on Feb 8, 2001
    based on 50 ratings
     | 6,936 views

    The reception of Peter’s sermon to the household of Cornelius is an illustration of how we should be involved in listening to the sermon.

    A Study of the Book of Acts Sermon # 21 The Art of Really Listening Acts 10:24-48 You will remember that in our last study of the Book of Acts we left Peter as he had arrived at the house of Cornelius. At Caesarea they met ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Armando Massi avatar

    Encourage Me

    Contributed by Armando Massi on Feb 2, 2004
    based on 8 ratings
     | 4,797 views

    I hope you will be patient and receptive as I describe to you my greatest need. “To be encouraged.”

    ENCOURAGE ME Hebrews 10:19-25 One night, during Bible study, Bill Sayre interjected that people have needs and that when we, as a congregation meet those needs, it causes lasting relations to form, especially during times of grieving. Later in jest, he added, "Even ministers have needs." At ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Paul Andrew avatar

    Sixth Sunday Of Easter/Mother’s Day--“I Have Called You Friends” John 15:15

    Contributed by Paul Andrew on May 7, 2021
     | 1,890 views

    By choosing active receptivity to the divine Friend, we think and feel the same way about reality and the world.

    Contemporary friendship theorists suggest that within close friendships each party is receptive to being directed by the other. This includes friendship with Mom. E.g. According to the Knoxville News-Sentinel, Police Chief Phil Keith was in the middle of a televised city council meeting in ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

  • Mike Gilbert avatar

    The Root Of The Problem Series

    Contributed by Mike Gilbert on Aug 2, 2007
    based on 14 ratings
     | 9,910 views

    Why Jesus spoke in parables, and a look at the Parable of the Sower

    THE ROOT OF THE PROBLEM Series: Pursuing Meaning Most of us remember Aesop’s Fables... --The wolf in sheep’s clothing teaches us that appearances can be deceiving. -The town mouse and country mouse teach us that it’s better to eat beans and bacon in safety than cakes and ale in fear. -The goose ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dr.W.Samuel Legon avatar

    God Still Loves The Jews

    Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on Sep 18, 2015
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,473 views

    We better look close at what the scripture says about the Jewish nation.

    GOD STILL Loves THE JEWS Romans 11:1---24 They play a vital part in God’s future plans. For many years there have been many try destroy the Jewish race. God has his hand on them that why it has not been done and never will. (1) A review of the Jews in the scripture. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Chuck Sligh avatar

    The Church That Made An Impact: Why The Thessalonian Church Made An Impact Series

    Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Nov 6, 2017
    based on 1 rating
     | 22,767 views

    A discussion based exploration and exposition of 1 Thessalonians 1:1-10

    The Church that Made an Impact: WHY the Thessalonian Church Made an Impact Series: 1 Thessalonians Chuck Sligh Nov-Dec, 2016 NOTE: This is the fourth lesson of an extended Bible study of the book of 1 Thessalonians. Each lesson includes discussion questions. Some are open ended questions which ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Byron Sherman avatar

    Moving Toward Spiritual Discernment-9

    Contributed by Byron Sherman on Feb 2, 2021
     | 850 views

    9 of ? The apostle John sheds light on the need for Spiritual Discernment in the Church. Spiritual Discernment is a necessity in the Church. But How is it to be achieved/accomplished? Moving(yourself, the Church, & others) toward spiritual discernment recognizes...

    MOVING TOWARD SPIRITUAL DISCERNMENT-IX —1John 3:19-24(3:10--4:21) Attention: We were at St. Andrew’s State Park/The park is the far-end of a peninsular barrier on Florida’s Gulf Coast just across St. Andrew’s Bay from Panama City/Our family was walking on the beach barefooted on summer a good while ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • David DeWitt avatar

    Recieving Empowerment For Witnessing Series

    Contributed by David Dewitt on Feb 26, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,709 views

    Spring Life is the annual emphasis on Evangelism and discipleship in the Wesleyan Church. This message deals with being receptive to the Holy Spirit

    Receiving Empowerment for Witnessing Acts 1:8 Spring Life Series 2008 March 2, 2008 Morning Service Spring Life is the annual emphasis on Evangelism and discipleship in the Wesleyan Church. This message was adapted from some of the materials provided from the Wesleyan World ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

  • Jeremy Houck avatar

    I Want The Church To Grow-But Do I Want Any More People? , #5 Series

    Contributed by Jeremy Houck on Feb 19, 2003
    based on 16 ratings
     | 2,943 views

    I want the church to grow because Jesus Does but do I want people who are not immedieatly receptive to the Gospel?

    I recieved this idea from my mentor Jerrie Barber. I Want the Church to Grow-But Do I Want Any More People? , #5 Luke 9:51-56 Introduction: Review I want the church to grow because it was in God’s plan, Jesus taught that it would, Jesus commanded sowing which produces growth, and growth is ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Adam Reichart avatar

    We Ask, "Just Who Is My Neighbor?” Jesus Answers, "Be A Neighbor.”

    Contributed by Adam Reichart on Oct 5, 2004
    based on 25 ratings
     | 6,278 views

    This sermon highlights the duty and responsibility of compassion which follows upon the reception of God’s free gift of grace and salvation.

    Today’s Gospel lesson is a very familiar story. It is the parable of the Good Samaritan. It takes place within the context of Jesus teaching the crowds that gathered to hear His words. At one such time an expert in the law questions Jesus regarding a fairly simple and plain teaching from ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Ralph Andrus avatar

    Bring Back Stability Series

    Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Dec 7, 2011
     | 2,753 views

    I. A Conscious Need. II. A Great Discovery. III. A Comforting Message IV. A Willing Reception V. An Immediate Result

    - Steadicam on a Sagway - No matter what the action the camera is always steady I. A Conscious Need. Their condition was most painful. v. 17 - "It was now dark”, v.17 - Alone v. 18 – Storm “A great wind that blew” Darkness, Desertion, Danger. - With Jesus darkness will ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Mark Schaeufele avatar

    A Messiah's Teaching Method: Parables Series

    Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Jul 22, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,361 views

    Jesus uses great story telling to get us to think about how receptive we are to his message of the Kingdom.

    A Messiah's Teaching Method: Parables Text: Matt. 13:1-17 Introduction 1. Illustration: Robin Meyers, in his book Morning Sun on a White Piano, quotes theologian Ernest Campbell who summarizes the ministry of Jesus with these words: “His ministry was one of constant and unbridled ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Dr. Ronald Shultz avatar

    Where You Were Called

    Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Jan 26, 2021
     | 930 views

    Be sure God has not called you to stay where you are before you run off to be used of Him.

    Is it not odd that people who believe in the omnipresence of God seek somewhere they feel closer to Him. He not the God of the oceans, the mountains or the fields. He is the God of the universe so wherever you are He is there. If you are not hearing from Him it is not a location problem. It is ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist