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  • Darren Rogers avatar

    Daniel Chapter 4c Series

    Contributed by Darren Rogers on May 30, 2008
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    Do we think more of ourselves than we do of God?

    Daniel – Chapter 4c A. Chapter 4 Outline I. The Dream (4:1-18) a. The King’s Introduction (4:1-5) b. The Councillors Ignorance (4:6-7) c. The Prophet’s Insight (4:8-9) d. The Dream Illustrated (4:10-18) II. The Interpretation (4:19-27) a. Daniel’s Thoughts (4:19) b. Nebuchadnezzar’s Tree ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Discipline Of Simplicity Series

    Contributed by Sue Richard on Jun 5, 2008
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    Simple living is freeing based on Matthew 6

    The Discipline of Simplicity Mt 6: 19-21, 25, 31-34 May 11, 08 Today is not a Simple day. -First, it’s MOTHER’S DAY and we’ve recognized mothers. - It is also Pentecost Sunday and we’ve sung about the gift of God’s Holy Spirit to us. -Then today is the Sunday that we’re introducing ...read more

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    Denomination: Brethren

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    The Blessing Of Discipline Series

    Contributed by Kerry Bauman on Oct 4, 2006
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    This message addresses the blessing that comes to those who as disciples of Christ embrace personal discipline.

    Introduction: Bill Cowher took over as the head football coach of the Pittsburgh Steelers in 1992. He quickly showed himself to be a man with a future. In fact, he currently enjoys the longest tenure in the NFL as a head coach with the same team -- which now stands at 14 seasons. Under his guidance ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    A Leading Man, A Man's Man

    Contributed by James Kirkland on Jan 8, 2007
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    A leading man attracts all kinds of people. A leading man must have a backbone.

    A Leading Man, A Women’s Dream, A Man’s Man, is someone that is adored by the women and respected by the men. Who is this man? A leading man attracts ALL kinds of people to themselves. When looking for a leader, don’t mix-up Meek with week. Meek; mild: showing mildness or quietness of nature, is ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    Reverse The Curse Series

    Contributed by Tom Fuller on Jan 23, 2006
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    Many times we don’t realize that the pain and suffering of this world is caused by a curse that God will reverse during the Tribulation. Learn the origins, effects, and ending of this worldwide curse.

    Revelation 22:3 "And there shall be no more curse…" KJV Why do we care about the curse and how God reverses it in Revelation? Because we all feel the effects of the curse each day of our lives. Our bodies decay, the people we love die, there are famines to endure, we have to work for food and ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

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    Boasts And Excuses Series

    Contributed by John Gaines on Jan 30, 2006
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    Discipleship involves serious commitment; boasts and excuses won’t get the job done.

    BOASTS AND EXCUSES INTRODUCTION 1. Matthew 8:19-22 (NKJV) Then a certain scribe came and said to Him, "Teacher, I will follow You wherever You go." 20 And Jesus said to him, "Foxes have holes and birds of the air have nests, but the Son of Man has nowhere to lay His head." 21 Then another of ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Be What God Has Made You - Salty Christians!

    Contributed by Daniel Habben on Oct 17, 2006
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    Jesus calls Christians "salt." This title reminds us of the new nature, and special assignment God has given to all believers. (Sermon adapted from Feb. 4, 1999 sermon by John C. Jeske.)

    It’s that season of the year again. Time to dig in the attic or make a run to Value Village and put a costume together for Halloween. So what do you plan on dressing up as this year (ask several children in congregation)? May I offer a costume suggestion? How about dressing up as a box of salt? No, ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Jason Jones avatar

    Taunts From The Captives Series

    Contributed by Jason Jones on Feb 1, 2007
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    Exposition of Habakkuk 2:6-20

    Text: Habakkuk 2:6-20 Title: Taunts from the Captives Date/Place: LSCC, 8/27/06, PM A. Opening illustration: We are the beavers, mighty mighty beavers… B. Background to passage: This is the second answer of God to the prophet’s complaint about the lack of action on God’s part to punish all the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Living An Intentional Life

    Contributed by Chris Mccall on Feb 5, 2007
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    An intentional life has purpose, discipline and vision. With these words in mind let’s begin exploring what it means to live an intentional life.

    Living an Intentional Life Psalms 139:16 NLT You saw me before I was born. Every day of my life was recorded in your book. Every moment was laid out before a single day had passed. This week we are starting a new series titled, “Living an Intentional Life”. During this series, we will be ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Importance Of Our Church's Vision

    Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Jul 17, 2006
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    Whether or not a church has a God-given vision for how it is to partner with God in its work is eternally important.

    In the first part of Proverbs 29:18, we find a familiar portion of Scripture. Most Christians are familiar with the quote from the KJV: “Where there is no vision, the people perish.” The translation in the NIV gives us insight as to why people with no vision perish: “Where there is no revelation, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Funeral Service Male Age 21

    Contributed by Jimmy Davis on Jun 6, 2001
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    Funeral Service for Male, Age 21 who died tragically by his own hand.

    Funeral.088 Brian Patrick Sykes, Age 21 From the pulpit of Bayview Baptist Church, Saturday, June 2, 2001 Prelude: Organist Processional: Organist plays hymn “Just When I Need Him Most” On behalf of the O’Quinn and Sykes family, and from the heart and soul of the fellowship of Bayview ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Those Ugly Tan Lines

    Contributed by Pat Herlitz on Jul 15, 2001
    based on 19 ratings
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    AWhat a person DOES has a profound impact on what they become. (i.e. the coorelation between BEHAVIOR and CHARACTER

    Title: Those ugly Tan Lines! TEXT: 1Cor. 9:1-14 Am I not free? Am I not an apostle? Have I not seen Jesus our Lord? Are you not the result of my work in the Lord? 2 Even though I may not be an apostle to others, surely I am to you! For you are the seal of my apostleship in the Lord. 3 This ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    "Christian Perfection"

    Contributed by Ken Sauer on Oct 5, 2002
    based on 70 ratings
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    Is there such a thing?

    Philippians 3:4-14 "Christian Perfection" By: Rev. Kenneth Sauer, Pastor of Parkview United Methodist Church, Newport News, VA Michelangelo was once putting what appeared to be the finishing touches on a sculpture when a friend dropped by for a visit. Days later, the friend dropped by again and ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

  • Matt Black avatar

    The Knowledge Of God Introduced Series

    Contributed by Matt Black on Oct 25, 2002
    based on 14 ratings
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    Proposition: The Study of God leads us to wonder at the Greatness and Glory of His Person.

    Foundations of the Christian Faith Series by Matt Black (Message 1) THE KNOWLEDGE OF GOD INTRODUCED ROMANS 11:33 O the depth of the riches both of the wisdom and knowledge of God! how unsearchable are his judgments, and his ways past finding out! Proposition: The Study of God leads us to ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    The Problem Within Deuteronomy 5:28-29, 10:12-16; 30:6 Series

    Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Oct 12, 2009
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    The human heart -- the internal, invisible center of our being -- needs some work that only God can do.

    Introduction to the Series, followed by the sermon "The Problem Within" from Deuteronomy 5:28-29, 10:12-16; 30:6 Introduction can be used as a bulletin instery Jesus Favorite Book: Deuteronomy An introduction to our series By Ed Vasicek "The fifth book of the Pentateuch is …a new and fresh ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible