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  • Paul Apple avatar

    Proper Etiquette For Using The Utensils Of Truth Series

    Contributed by Paul Apple on Jul 7, 2001
    based on 27 ratings
     | 3,683 views

    THE FAITHFUL MINISTER OF GOD’S WORD PROMOTES TRUTH AND PURSUES GODLINESS AS A DILIGENT WORKMAN, A VESSEL PURIFIED FOR HONOR, AND A GENTLE BONDSERVANT

    BIG IDEA: THE FAITHFUL MINISTER OF GOD’S WORD PROMOTES TRUTH AND PURSUES GODLINESS AS A DILIGENT WORKMAN, A VESSEL PURIFIED FOR HONOR, AND A GENTLE BONDSERVANT (IN THE FIGHT AGAINST ERROR – AS OPPOSED TO FALSE TEACHERS) INTRODUCTION: I. (:14-19) STAND FOR THE SHARP KNIFE OF THE WORD OF ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Simplicity Series

    Contributed by Troy Borst on Jul 15, 2001
    based on 89 ratings
     | 11,915 views

    A series of sermons from Richard Foster’s book "Celebration of Discipline." A top 10 book for any Christian’s bookshelf!

    SPIRITUAL DISCIPLINES: SIMPLICITY MATTHEW 6:25-34 INTRODUCTION If you had to describe to someone what a “simple” life was, what might you say? Would you say that they had a garden where all their food came from and they need not go to a grocery store? Perhaps they had no need of a car and the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Why John 3:16

    Contributed by Jim Parisi on Jun 19, 2002
    based on 31 ratings
     | 5,544 views

    Why John 3:16 offers the Greatest of LOVE THE LOVE OF GOD

    Why John 3:16 offers the Greatest of LOVE THE LOVE OF God God’s great love and sacrifice for mankind Evangelism is the call of the church of Jesus Christ/ A tool to use for this is the scripture of John 3:16 (read john 3:16) 1. God (thee h’os)2316 spoken of the only and true God - The ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Ed Wood avatar

    Dust On The Bible

    Contributed by Ed Wood on Feb 18, 2003
    based on 156 ratings
     | 13,478 views

    A message about the importance of the Bible in our daily lives.

    DUST ON THE BIBLE 2 Kings 22:1-13 INTRO: An old gospel song has a stanza that says, “Dust on the Bible, dust on the Holy Word, the words of all the prophets and the sayings of our Lord.” "I would like a job as tutor, teacher and advisor to your family. I will never take a vacation. I will never ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jeffery Richards avatar

    Soldiers Of The Cross

    Contributed by Jeffery Richards on Nov 9, 2001
    based on 129 ratings
     | 19,160 views

    A sermon for Vetran’s Day or any other day. A focus on what it takes to be a good soldier of the Cross.

    SOLDIERS OF THE CROSS II Timothy 2:1-5 We could ask any of these veterans that have served their country well to speak about self-sacrifice. This brief acknowledgment service and giving of pens is our way of saying thank you. But I realize that it does not come close to saying it well enough. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    We Need To Marginize!

    Contributed by Jeffrey Benjamin on Nov 12, 2001
    based on 16 ratings
     | 2,863 views

    Just as Adam walked in the Garden with God, as is related in Genesis 3:8, this intimacy can be had today if we don’t squeeze Him out!

    Title: We Need to Marginize! Theme: Rest / Margin Thesis: Jesus calls us to rest. Text: Mt. 11:28-30 and Mk. 6:31 Intro How many of us are glad to be here today? Whew!!! or Ffllbbppbb!!! Sigh of relief? or Sigh of exhaustion? Pray I. Marginless Living If one more thing comes into my ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    David In The Dessert

    Contributed by Julio Gonzalez on Aug 8, 2002
    based on 94 ratings
     | 8,130 views

    What to do when we feel there is no hope.

    DAVID IN THE DESSERT Psalm 63 School is about to start again. During the summer months those who have finished High School have been trying to find a summer job that will allow them to save some money “for College”. Now the dates are getting closer and school is just around the corners. There ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jonathan Lucas avatar

    When All Hell Breaks Loose, God Breaks In

    Contributed by Jonathan Lucas on May 8, 2001
    based on 238 ratings
     | 29,196 views

    This sermon brings to light that no matter how terrible life may seem, God can break in and make a difference.

    When All Hell Breaks Loose, God Breaks In Jonathan Lucas Text: Acts 16:16-30 Introduction: On April 20th, 1999, Cassie Bernall was a typical 17 year-old teenager, having a typical day. But with a single word she said that Tuesday, Cassie Bernall’s life and courage stirred the hearts of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Chris Day avatar

    Getting Out Series

    Contributed by Chris Day on Jan 30, 2005
    based on 4 ratings
     | 2,771 views

    The world, and all our enjoyments in it, must be looked at with a holy indifference and contempt so that we come to a place where we are no longer at home, but sit loose, reserving our affections for him.

    Have you ever found yourself to have placed something or someone in a higher place in your heart than God Almighty? I have. Over the last few weeks, I’ve sensed the Spirit of God working in me to rid me of distractions and obsessions that have kept me from being captivated in wonder of him and ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Rodney Fry avatar

    What Have You Fixed Eyes Upon

    Contributed by Rodney Fry on Jan 10, 2004
    based on 25 ratings
     | 4,588 views

    Walking on Water or staying on the boat what are you focusing on. Faith. Are you trusting Christ or are you taking your eyes off of HIM?

    What Have you Fixed Eyes Upon Matthew 14: 28-33 In the Verses three words stick out COME- in the present tense, come NOW SAVE- (lord save me) delivers or protect DOUBT- to weaver- to stand in two ways The more we believe = less doubt We must go forth to meet him in a way of duty PRAYER INTRO ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Graeme Lamb avatar

    Might And Majesty Of God

    Contributed by Graeme Lamb on Jun 10, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,408 views

    A sermon for Trinity Sunday recognising that the importance isn’t complicated analogies, but recognising God’s glory.

    It always seems to be that as reach Trinity Sunday each year, we’ve reached the last ball of the season – the end of a long liturgical mix of preparation-celebration-penitence and finally more celebration that began back on Advent Sunday the previous year and which has led us gradually through the ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

  • Sherman Gordon avatar

    The Art Of Teaching Series

    Contributed by Sherman Gordon on Aug 5, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,402 views

    Everything we have learned in life is the direct result of somebody teaching us by word or deed. Paul talking to his protege’ Timothy instructs him on how to live a spiritual and ethical life.

    DISCOVERING YOUR GIFT; THE ART OF TEACHING I TIMOTHY 4:14-16 ONE OF THE MANY DEFINITIONS OFFERED UP BY MERRIAM WEBSTER FOR THE WORD ART IS “THE USE OF SKILL AND IMAGINATION IN THE PRODUCTION OF THINGS OF BEAUTY.” WHEN ONE CONSIDERS THE BEAUTY THAT EMERGES WHEN A STUDENT GRASPS A CONCEPT THAT ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Bob Soulliere avatar

    I Have A Dream

    Contributed by Bob Soulliere on Jan 7, 2006
    based on 6 ratings
     | 3,912 views

    Building the kingdom of God

    Luke 14:28-30 I have a dream (vision) “Suppose one of you wants to build a tower. Will he not first sit down and estimate the cost to see if he has enough money to complete it? For if he lays the foundation and is not able to finish it, everyone who sees it will ridicule him, saying, ‘This fellow ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Valentine Message-2006

    Contributed by George Crumbly on Feb 13, 2006
    based on 88 ratings
     | 7,379 views

    To focus on the most important commandment that is to Love God with everything you have

    VALENTINE MESSAGE: 2006 George E. Crumbly SUN 2/12/2006 AM Humphrey UMC Humphrey Arkansas MATTHEW 22: 34-40 Matthew 22 Tuesday will be February 14 which we all know as “Valentine’s Day”. Looking back over so much tragedy that happened last year I do believe the majority of our nation does ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Charles Wallis avatar

    Ready To Die, Ready To Live Series

    Contributed by Charles Wallis on Jun 4, 2009
     | 8,532 views

    Paul said he was ready to die. To live fully for Christ, we must be ready to die for Christ.

    Ready to Die Ready to Live Review: Acts 20:22 Going without Knowing – we can trust God when the way is not clear. Acts 20:37-38 Loving and Leaving – sometimes God’s will requires us to leave people we love. (Crying at 8th Grade Promotion) Ready to Die: In order to truly live, we have to come ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal