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  • Christopher Benfield avatar

    Crumbs From His Table Series

    Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Oct 25, 2017
    based on 4 ratings
     | 14,086 views

    An outcast came with faith unto Jesus. Initially she did not receive the response she desired, but she remained persistent in faith. Jesus granted her request. We too must be persistent in faith as we walk with the Lord.

    Crumbs from His Table Mark 7: 24-30 As we continue our study in Mark’s gospel, we come to a passage that reveals a mother with a desperate need. As much as she would have liked to handle this situation, she was unable to bring about a resolution. While little information is given regarding the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    #12 Parties, Patches And Wineskins Series

    Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Mar 16, 2020
     | 7,048 views

    This message describes Jesus' response to the Pharisees because His disciples did not fast. The Pharisees opposition stemmed from a defense of the status quo. Jesus came to smash the status quo and create something new and superior.

    #12 Parties, Patches and Wineskins Series: Mark March 15, 2020 Chuck Sligh Several ideas and illustrations for this sermon were adapted from David Dykes’ sermon on SermonCentral.com, Old Whiners or New Wineskins. TEXT: Mark 2:18-22 – "And the disciples of John and of the Pharisees used to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Turning Religious Reluctance-14

    Contributed by Byron Sherman on Jan 14, 2020
     | 2,185 views

    14 of ? Jesus bore witness of His Messianic identity to a reluctant but religious woman. God’s people bear witness of Jesus’ identity to reluctant religious people. What does it take to turn that religious reluctancy around? Turning religious reluctance to God requires...

    TURNING RELIGIOUS RELUCTANCE-XIV—John 4:21-42(:1-42) Turning the Religious Lost Attention: Pointless Note(Wrong/Useless/Accomplishment/Timely/Efficiency/On the Job/Good Worker/Taking Care of Business) Soon after a high-tech company moved into a new building, there was trouble with the elevators. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Untying The Knot Of Lust (Part 1) Series

    Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Jun 2, 2013
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,933 views

    What Christians and the church is doing to solve the problem of lust is not enough. This sermon (Pt. 1) deals with the problem holistically through individual responsibility and a proper view of sex in marriage. Next week: the church's role.

    Untying the Knot of Lust (Part 1) Problems: Untying What’s Tying You Up Chuck Sligh June 2, 2013 TEXT: 1 John 2:16 – “For all that is in the world, the lust of the flesh, and the lust of the eyes, and the pride of life, is not of the Father, but is of the world.” NOTE: A ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    How Do Hope Filled People Live? Series

    Contributed by Mark Haines on Dec 29, 2001
    based on 38 ratings
     | 4,292 views

    A deductive exposition of the text calling individuals prompted by the Holy Spirit to indicate their commitment to replace one habit in the next 6 months by signing a response card and placing it on the altar rail.

    Introduction: What does HOPE mean to you? I’m afraid that too often we use HOPE to mean a futile wish or an ineffective dream. When people talk of HOPE they usually do so with a feeling of resignation or despair. But real HOPE is a much stronger idea. In "The Lord of the Rings", one character is ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    Mouthpieces

    Contributed by Jonathan Busch on Feb 3, 2003
    based on 54 ratings
     | 8,230 views

    We are all called to be God’s mouthpiece in this world. This puts us in a very unique and key position in the Kingdom of God. It also places some challenging responsibilities upon us.

    Mouthpieces Isaiah 6:8 This evening I would like to take a few moments to share some thoughts the Lord laid on my heart a couple of months ago. It dove tails so well with what I shared on this morning, that I would like to continue it tonight. The title of my message is ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Someone's Knocking

    Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Sep 8, 2002
    based on 80 ratings
     | 8,302 views

    When we read Rev. 3:20 we need to ask: 1. To whom is he speaking? 2. What is his purpose? 3. What should be our response?

    I recently finished reading Dallas Willard’s book The Spirit of the Disciplines: Understanding How God Changes Lives. Willard is the kind of writer that leaves you saying, "That makes so much sense." But I was struck by an illustration he used toward the end of the book regarding William Holman ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Paul Fritz avatar

    Why Paul Aimed For Transformation More Than Just Information In His Ministries

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 89 ratings
     | 8,912 views

    What is your response to the Potter today? Are you yielding all of your rights to Him so He can transform you according to His perfect plan, process and power?

    Quote: Transformation is rooted in the Greek word, metamorphisis. A complete change from one form to another form happens when when a caterpillar turns in to a beautiful butterfly. That is what God wants us to experience as we speak the truth in love out of obedience and grow up in all aspects into ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Parenting That Works

    Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Jul 31, 2003
    based on 38 ratings
     | 8,255 views

    Parenting that works and transforms their immature children into mature Christian adults teach the three nonnegotiable laws of maturity. The three laws are the law of sowing and reaping, the law of respect, and the law of responsibility.

    Parenting that Works! Thesis: Parenting that works and transforms their immature children into mature Christian adults teach the three nonnegotiable laws of maturity. The three laws are the law of sowing and reaping, the law of respect, and the law of responsibility. Introduction: Parenting is ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Equip God's People For Service Series

    Contributed by Douglas Bryan on Feb 5, 2004
    based on 45 ratings
     | 12,523 views

    This is the fourth message in a series of sermons called "On Purpose." Part of our responsibility as God’s Church is to train people to use their God-given gifts and then unleash them to serve.

    EQUIP GOD’S PEOPLE FOR SERVICE Ephesians 4:11-13 INTRODUCTION: A. We’ve been talking about being God’s Church on Purpose 1. Instead of just meddling along in our comfort zone hoping that something will happen, we want to be a church that is doing things for a reason 2. We stated that our ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Thomas Clawser avatar

    American Holocaust

    Contributed by Thomas Clawser on Feb 13, 2004
    based on 36 ratings
     | 3,673 views

    Our goal is to consider life as God does; its design, purpose and value from His point of view. From there, we will develop a Biblical response to the atrocity that is abortion.

    On September 11, 2001, two planes crashed into the twin towers of the World Trade Center and extinguished more than 3500 lives. Among the lost were future leaders of this nation, doctors who could have saved many, scientists who may have found a cure for cancer and an evangelist who may have lead ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

  • Richard Tow avatar

    Miracle Cpr Series

    Contributed by Richard Tow on Dec 8, 2003
    based on 70 ratings
     | 10,997 views

    Jesus’ first miracle was at a jubilant wedding at Cana. From the circumstances and process of the miracle we learn much about the way our Lord operates as well as the appropriate response to Him.

    Miracle CPR Fortifying the Foundations #5 John 2:1-11 3-30-03 Intro: This morning our text is found in John 2:1-11. As you recall from Chapter 1 Jesus has been identified as the Messiah in John the Baptist’s meetings. The first day Jesus was there John recognized Him in the crowd and announced ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

  • Jerry DePoy avatar

    "What Mary Did Know?"

    Contributed by Jerry Depoy on Dec 28, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,408 views

    Elizabeth had the perfect words to encouage the heart of Mary. This message is a look at Mary’s response and praise, Mary felt: safe, special, sanctified, strong, successful, satisfied, and significant!

    Title: "What Mary Knew?" Introduction: Can you imagine how full of desperation that Mary must have felt? When the angel mentioned to her that her aged cousin, Elizabeth, was also with child, Mary eagerly hasted on a journey to see her. At this point, it is doubtful that she had confided in ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Matthew Kratz avatar

    The Pattern Of Suffering Series

    Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Jun 11, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,394 views

    Jesus drew the strength for that amazing response from His complete trust in His Father’s ultimate purpose to accomplish justice on His behalf, and against His hateful rejecters.

    If you were not out this morning and you turned on your TV, you would probably see a bunch a shiny buildings, with a happy message of prosperity. Many of the most popular places today will tell you that God wants you to be happy, wealthy and healthy, and if you are not, then you fail. It’s the ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    Wedding Sermon

    Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Oct 17, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 12,486 views

    This is a wedding sermon that has quotes from William Willimon and Howard Hendricks on the importance of commitment and a "rite of passasge". the chief responsibility of the home is raise the children to be fruitful in home, church and society.

    In Jesus Name Wedding: What an exciting day! Family and Friends have come together to celebrate a major event in your lives. This day is a milestone marker in your journey through life. Many hours of work, planning by lots of people has enabled this to be a day of memory, memories to be ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran