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  • David Owens avatar

    Addiction Makeover Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Feb 24, 2014
     | 11,801 views

    In this sermon, we explore the three steps needed to overcome our addictions.

    Introduction: A. A man stood at a podium and said four short and simple words, “Don’t be like me.” 1. His name was Mickey Mantle. 2. When he graduated from a high school in Oklahoma, he signed with the Yankees. 3. This began a rapid assent to super stardom. 4. Mantle was on 7 ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Psalm 14 - The Folly And Future Of A Fool Series

    Contributed by Philip Harrelson on Oct 1, 2015
     | 12,710 views

    This message deals with the curses and calamities of atheism and what will ultimately be their end.

    THE FOLLY AND FUTURE OF A FOOL TEXT: Psalm 14:1-7 Psalms 14:1-7 KJV To the chief Musician, A Psalm of David. The fool hath said in his heart, There is no God. They are corrupt, they have done abominable works, there is none that doeth good. [2] The LORD looked down from heaven upon the ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Second Coming Of Christ - Part 4 Series

    Contributed by Rick Crandall on Oct 10, 2015
     | 8,312 views

    God Talks about the Timing: 1. The timing of the season should be studied (vs. 32-35). 2. Our knowledge of the day has been delayed (vs. 36-39). 3. The need to prepare is paramount (vs. 37-44).

    The Second Coming of Christ Part 4: God Talks about the Timing Matthew 24:29-44 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - July 8, 2015 BACKGROUND: *It was two days before the cross. Jesus had just finished condemning the Jewish religious leaders for stubbornly rejecting Him as the Messiah. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Properly Approaching (American)privilege-8 Series

    Contributed by Byron Sherman on Oct 31, 2017
     | 4,953 views

    8 of 8. Thru this parable, Jesus highlighted/clarified a proper approach to an God-ordained privilege. How should America approach her God-ordained privilege? Approach your (American)privilege with...

    PROPERLY APPROACHING PRIVILEGE-VIII—Matthew 21:33-46 OR: A CHRISTIAN APPROACH To (American)PRIVILEGE Attention: Out of Gas: The young woman sat in her stalled car, waiting for help. Finally three strapping young men walked up to her. "I'm out of gas," she purred. "Could you please push me to the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Abraham: The Schemer Series

    Contributed by Gordon Curley on Nov 6, 2017
     | 6,085 views

    Abraham: The Schemer - Genesis chapter 20 verses 1-18 - sermon by Gordon Curley PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info

    SERMON OUTLINE: Foolishness. • The fear of man (vs 11) • The rationalization of sin (vs 12) • The old sinful nature (vs 13) Faithfulness. • They were kept safe (vs 14) • Sarah was kept pure (vs 4-6) • Abraham was recalled (vs 7) Forgiveness. • Abimelech forgives Abraham (vs 6-16) • God ...read more

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    Denomination: Brethren

  • Chris Cuthbertson avatar

    The Importance Of The Resurrection

    Contributed by Chris Cuthbertson on Nov 13, 2017
    based on 1 rating
     | 13,564 views

    When we come face to face with the one enemy against whom every person is completely powerless...is it any wonder we look to our only source of hope...the resurrected Jesus?

    WHAT’S REALLY IMPORTANT ABOUT THIS EVENT CALLED THE RESURRECTION! On March 9th, 1996 George Burns died and a few days later was buried at Forest Lawn Memorial Park next to his wife and sidekick, Gracie Allen, who died of a heart attack in l964. George Burns has gone down in the history books as ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    I Am Second Series

    Contributed by Brian Bill on Sep 20, 2015
    based on 1 rating
     | 14,380 views

    John settled the fact that Jesus is number one.

    I Am Second Mark 1:2-11 Rev. Brian Bill September 19-20, 2015 Prayer Transition: “Bless the Lord O my soul, worship His holy name” Last week we camped in the very first verse of Mark’s manuscript and established the importance of being gospel-centric and mission-focused. We ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Our Present Joy Series

    Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Oct 13, 2013
    based on 14 ratings
     | 14,465 views

    After beginning his letter with hope & encouragement, Peter proceeds with loving counsel for those who are facing trials & suffering. He shares with a suffering church various results that develop out of the trials which God allows to come into our lives.

    1 PETER 1: 6-9 [Renewing Hope Series] OUR PRESENT JOY [James 1:2-4 / Romans 5: 3-5] Our faith in Jesus Christ and His resurrection from the dead not only fills us with a living hope but also with joy inexpressible and full of glory. As we endure the trials of life God refines our faith and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Augmenting Reality

    Contributed by Monty Newton on Oct 22, 2013
     | 3,858 views

    God's Word augments the way we see and experience the realities of life.

    Title: Augmenting Reality Text: II Timothy 3:14-4:5 Thesis: God’s Word augments the way we see and experience the realities of life. Introduction Virtual reality (VR) is a computer-simulated environment that can simulate physical presence in places in the real world or imagined worlds. ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    No Ordinary God Series

    Contributed by C. Philip Green on Oct 24, 2013
    based on 4 ratings
     | 11,826 views

    Don't be discouraged; instead, trust God to answer your prayers and accomplish His plan in ways far beyond what you or I could ever imagine.

    No Ordinary God (Daniel 9:20-27) One of the best Super Bowl ads in recent years was a Volkswagen commercial in 2011 that featured a child dressed in a Darth Vader costume, attempting to use "the force" around the house. Take a look at it (show Vader Volkswagen Video). With the familiar Star ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

  • Freddy Fritz avatar

    The Birth Of John The Baptist Foretold Series

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Sep 22, 2012
    based on 8 ratings
     | 15,728 views

    An analysis of the account regarding the promise of the birth of John the Baptist will show us how to respond to God's word.

    Scripture Today I am continuing my series in the Gospel of Luke that I am calling, “To Seek and to Save the Lost.” The primary mission of Jesus, which Luke captures so well in Luke 19:10 is “to seek and to save the lost.” I love the way The ESV Study Bible captures ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Grant MacDonald avatar

    The Mountain Of Victory Series

    Contributed by Grant Macdonald on Nov 12, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 8,800 views

    We are all in a battle. How do we win the battle?

    'Chippie the parakeet never saw it coming. One second he was peacefully perched in his cage. The next he was sucked in, washed up, and blown over. The problems began when Chippie's owner decided to clean Chippie cage with a vacuum cleaner. She removed the attachment from the end of the hose and ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Facebook Or Fellowship?

    Contributed by David Holwick on Mar 23, 2014
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,979 views

    Genuine Christian fellowship must go beyond the superficiality of Facebook.

    Rev. David Holwick First Baptist Church Ledgewood, New Jersey October 10, 2010 FACEBOOK OR FELLOWSHIP? [transcript] Hebrews 10:23-25 ________________________________________ Please open your Bible to Hebrews Chapter 10, starting in Verse 23. Let us hold unswervingly to the hope we ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • David Dykes avatar

    Are You Wired For 220? Series

    Contributed by David Dykes on Sep 5, 2013
    based on 1 rating
     | 13,613 views

    A dead man isn’t interested in the things of this world.

    INTRODUCTION Someone once said there are two kinds of people who work with electricity: One is an electrician and another is a fool. Someone else said the last words of a redneck are, “Hey, watch what happens when I plug this in!” I’m not an electrician, but I know slightly more ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    I Want Some Patience—now! Series

    Contributed by David Dykes on Sep 5, 2013
     | 8,425 views

    A discussion of three important truths about patience: What it is, why it's so hard to have, and how you can display it.

    INTRODUCTION We’ve come now to the fourth fruit of the Spirit, Patience. Remember, there is one fruit, and it has nine flavors. We read about the fruit of the Spirit in Galatians 5:22-23 which says, “But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist