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  • John Gaston avatar

    Horns Or Halos?

    Contributed by John Gaston on Mar 31, 2014
     | 4,169 views

    Being a Christian doesn’t mean we’re actually acting like a Christian. At work, at home, in our marriage, with our kids, with the needy – do they perceive us as having Halos or Horns?

    HORNS OR HALOS? Deut. 30:19 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: A butcher joke 1. Bubba walks into ‘Hal Mitchum Butchers’, goes over to Hal and says, "So, Hal, I hear that you’re something of a betting man." "Yes," replies Hal. 2. "Well," says Bubba, "You’re a tall man, so I bet ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Where Is The Lord God Of Elijah (2 Of 2)

    Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Jan 5, 2022
     | 1,370 views

    In the previous sermon we talked about Elijah, who was Elisha’s predecessor.

    We learned that Elisha followed Elijah everywhere he went. Elisha followed Elijah from Gilgal to Beth-el, to Jericho, to Jordan. Elijah asked Elisha to “Tarry here...” three times, but every time Elisha would say, “...As the Lord liveth, and as thy soul liveth, I will not leave thee...” Elijah, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Where Is The Lord God Of Elijah (2 Of 2)

    Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Apr 4, 2022
     | 1,277 views

    In the previous sermon we talked about Elijah, who was Elisha’s predecessor.

    We learned that Elisha followed Elijah everywhere he went. Elisha followed Elijah from Gilgal to Beth-el, to Jericho, to Jordan. Elijah asked Elisha to “Tarry here...” three times, but every time Elisha would say, “...As the Lord liveth, and as thy soul liveth, I will not leave thee...” Elijah, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    "Living Water"

    Contributed by Ken Sauer on Mar 18, 2017
     | 7,525 views

    We are all broken sinners, and Jesus loves us anyway.

    "Living Water" John 4:4-42 When I was entering the 6th grade my family moved to an entirely different part of the country and I, of course, entered an entirely different school. It was a horrifying experience. It was humiliating. It was dehumanizing. Why do I say that? Because, on the ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Fishers Of Men (January 22, 2017).

    Contributed by John Williams Iii on Aug 14, 2020
     | 5,021 views

    After John the Baptizer was arrested, Jesus began His ministry. Jesus comes in and calls His disciples to be “fishers of men” against the backdrop of John the Baptizer’s arrest.

    FISHERS OF MEN Text: Matthew 4:12-23 Paul Harvey once said, “We’ve drifted away from being fishers of men to being keepers of the aquarium.” (Roy B. Zuck. ed. The Speaker’s Quote Book . Grand Rapids: Kregel Publications, 1997, p. 134). Is he right? Have we become keepers of ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Faithful- Finish Strong Series

    Contributed by Shawn Drake on Nov 9, 2024
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     | 12,574 views

    This is the 222nd sermon in the series "Action". This is the 7th sermon from 2 Timothy.

    Series: Action [#222] FAITHFUL- FINISH STRONG 2 Timothy 4:1-22 Introduction: As we complete our Series, “Action” after 222 Sermons; I want us to talk about finishing strong. Since March 22, 2020; we have studied through the Book of Acts as well as all of Paul’s Letters- We have talked about ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Remain In Jesus

    Contributed by John Gullick on May 11, 2015
     | 7,716 views

    This sermon explores John 15:9-17 to see just what it means to remain in Jesus. A number of stories from Sermon Central on board that may be useful

    Gospel o John 15:9-17 • John 15:9-17New International Version (NIV) • 9 “As the Father has loved me, so have I loved you. Now remain in my love. 10 If you keep my commands, you will remain in my love, just as I have kept my Father’s commands and remain in his love. 11 I ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    God's Gracious Gift

    Contributed by Ronald Harbaugh on Nov 2, 2005
    based on 24 ratings
     | 5,230 views

    A Christmas Eve Sermon, written in poetry.

    Christmas Eve 2003 John 1: 1-14 Grace be unto you and peace, from God our Father and from our Lord, Jesus Christ. Amen. Let us pray: Lord God, on this special night, we celebrate the birth of your dear Son, our Savior, Jesus the Christ. ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Setting A Good Example (Part Two) Series

    Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Oct 1, 2018
    based on 1 rating
     | 13,808 views

    Paul was a good example. Paul said in 1st Cor. 11:1, "Follow my example, as I follow the example of Christ." How did Paul set a good example?

    SETTING A GOOD EXAMPLE (part two) In life there are good examples and there are bad examples. We need to set a good example for the lost to see and be drawn to and for the church to see and want to follow suit. Recap: Jesus was a good example of humility and service. When he washed the disciples' ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Faith/Belief That Works Part 2 Series

    Contributed by David Welch on Jun 21, 2018
     | 2,853 views

    Message 16 in our exposition of James continuing the discussion of the nature of true faith.

    Chico Alliance Church Pastor David Welch “Faith that Works” Pt 2 Today we continue our discussion of the nature of true or genuine faith or belief. The whole book of James paints a portrait of genuine faith. I. Faith’s response to trials 1:2-27 II. Faith’s response to partiality and prejudice ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

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    Pressing On

    Contributed by Rich O' Toole on Jul 2, 2024
     | 1,077 views

    Paul realized he had not arrived and needed to press on while serving Christ

    Pressing On Philippians 3:12-16 Good morning. The Apostle Paul said in 1 Corinthians 15:10, by the grace of God I am what I am. NKJV John Newton was a captain of different slave ships and he also invested heavily in slave trading. Some years after his conversion to Christ, Newton renounced the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Seized By Terror And Amazement Series

    Contributed by Donna Muise on Apr 18, 2007
    based on 3 ratings
     | 3,322 views

    Seeing what God has done can transform your life just like the women who went to the tomb that first Easter morning.

    SEIZED BY TERROR AND AMAZEMENT Mark 16:1-8 So they went out and fled from the tomb, for terror and amazement had seized them; and they said nothing to anyone for they were afraid. Anybody with any sense would flee from such a sight as the empty tomb. Occupied graves are foreboding enough, ...read more

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    Denomination: Congregational

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    Standing Up To Spiritual Deception

    Contributed by Brad Bailey on Sep 27, 2006
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,851 views

    Nehemiah, we discover the power of determination in finishing what God begins in our lives… - As we saw in previous weeks, Nehemiah… unfinished walls… a parallel to our lives… Opposition… discourage the people… Opposition… pressures… Anyone Here feel pre

    Intro: Determination is the single greatest attribute of success. - 3 doctors who studied 6,000 marriages and 3,000 divorces and concluded “There may be nothing more important in marriage than determination” (Parrots p.49) - Not to say determination on one partner’s part can save a marriage, but ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Living In Canaan Land

    Contributed by Jerry Flury on Apr 27, 2013
    based on 6 ratings
     | 11,229 views

    God instructed Israel how they were to conduct themselves as His chosen people while living in Canaan land. There are a number of parallels between what God expected of Israel and what God wants for the body of Christ.

    Living in Canaan Land Deuteronomy 12:1-4 When Israel was in bondage in the land of Egypt, God carried them out with His mighty hand and brought them to the shores of Canaan land. As they prepared to go into possess the land, . I. Tear down the altars that compete for your worship. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Hindrances To Our Faith.

    Contributed by Howard Strickland on Jul 5, 2023
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,594 views

    Everyday is determined by two driving forces: Flesh. Spirit.

    Hindrances to our Faith. Hebrews 12:1-2 What’s the first thing you think about when you wake up? -Coffee? -Time? -Your spouse? -Your Children? -Job? -What do you think about? Everyday is determined by two driving forces: Flesh. Spirit. What's the default setting and the natural ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal