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  • David Anderson avatar

    The Lemming, The Pacific Salmon, And The Caterpillar

    Contributed by David Anderson on May 3, 2001
    based on 99 ratings
     | 6,697 views

    People running from fears of death need to know the destiny that Christ has won for the Saints.

    Sermon: "The Lemming, the Pacific Salmon, and the Caterpillar” Acts 4:12 Revelation 21:1-4 + + + In the powerful name of Jesus we are saved-- From what? Sin, satan, and death. Think of how the mere thought of death influences our lives! Many people wonder what ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    A Profitable Faith. Series

    Contributed by James Mccullen on May 6, 2005
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,798 views

    Some people do not see any benefits from being a Christian. Our faith is profitable, and we need to be able to share that in convincing manner. In this passage James gives some illustrations concerning a provable faith.

    A Profitable Faith. James 2:14-26 C:\MyData\JAM-OLD But Good\JAMES2-2.WPD {14} What use is it, my brethren, if a man says he has faith, but he has no works? Can that faith save him? {15} If a brother or sister is without clothing and in need of daily food, {16} and one of you says to them, ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    What The Bible Says About Demons Series

    Contributed by John Lowe on Jun 26, 2012
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,879 views

    The subject of demons has run the gamut in peoples thinking. Some people become obsessed with the study of demons, allowing their imaginations to run away with them. They see demons everywhere. Some become self-appointed exorcists and set about to rid

    Tom Lowe 4-21-03 What the Bible Says About Demons Text: “For He said to him, “Come out of the man, unclean spirit!” (Mark 5:8) Scripture Reading: Included in Sermon. Introduction: The subject of demons has run the gamut in peoples thinking. Some people become obsessed ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Unified In Christ Series

    Contributed by Carl Willis on May 16, 2006
    based on 7 ratings
     | 5,838 views

    In Christ there is no division of class,nationality or race. The ground is level at the foot of the cross and our identity is in Him.

    Unified in Christ Ephesians 2:11-22 Ephesians 2:11 (NLT) Don’t forget that you Gentiles used to be outsiders by birth. You were called "the uncircumcised ones" by the Jews, who were proud of their circumcision, even though it affected only their bodies and not their hearts. Born an ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Evidence Against Us (Part 2) Series

    Contributed by Scott Chambers on Mar 28, 2013
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,828 views

    This message examines Paul's second round of evidence to support his indictment against the human race.

    There is a quote that has been around for years that I would like to share with you. “If you love someone, set them free. If they come back, they’re yours. If they do not come back, it was never meant to be.” How many of you have actually heard that? Better yet, how many of you ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Grace And God's View Of The Church Series

    Contributed by Martin Wiles on May 27, 2011
     | 4,211 views

    God’s message of love is for all people regardless of race, culture or physical descent.

    Romans 11:1-24 Introduction: A. What, if any, place does Israel have in God’s world plan? B. This question is answered in various ways by Christians. 1. One’s millennial view (end time understanding) often determines the answer. 2. Those considered premillenialists believe God will ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Overwhelming Or Overcoming? It Depends

    Contributed by Joseph Smith on Sep 23, 2008
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    Autobiographical account of memories of race relations. Christ gives us the power to overcome backgrounds that might overwhelm us.

    If you find yourself facing a monstrous evil, there are really only two choices: either to run or to fight. Either to run or to fight. Now most of us will try a third choice; we will try to ignore the problem. But that won’t work. That won’t work. Massive, monstrous evil demands a response: ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Little Leaven Leavens The Whole Lump Series

    Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Aug 1, 2005
    based on 14 ratings
     | 12,975 views

    A small amount of sin can corrupt the thinking of a large group of people at the church.

    A Little Leaven Leavens The Whole Lump Gal 5.7-10 Galatians Series July 31, 2005 Chester FBC Chester, Illinois Mike Fogerson, Speaker Introduction: Lance Armstrong won his seventh Tour de France in a row this last week. A He is sporting legend who comeback from cancer a few years back. 1 The ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • NNAEMEKA DURUEKE avatar

    Evaluate Your Life

    Contributed by Nnaemeka Durueke on Aug 10, 2016
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    OUR LIVES MUST BE CHECKED AND EVALUATED DAILY

    EVALUATE YOUR LIFE MAIN TEXT: 2 CORINTHIANS 13:5 “Examine yourselves, whether ye be in the faith; prove your own selves. Know ye not your own selves, how that Christ Jesus is in you, except ye be reprobate? JOB 13:23 “How many are my iniquities and sin? Make me to know my ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Do Not Grow Weary And Lose Heart

    Contributed by Timm Meyer on Nov 11, 2020
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     | 4,204 views

    We learn from the life of our Savior not to grow weary. We learn from the love our Father not to lose heart.

    “DO NOT GROW WEARY AND LOSE HEART” (Outline) April 5, 2020 - Palm Sunday - HEBREWS 12:1-6 INTRO: God’s Word provides us with very special encouragement for each and every day of during our lives. Two weeks ago God’s Word reminded us to praise him for our living Hope. Last week the ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Bob Joyce avatar

    Models For Growing Christians Series

    Contributed by Bob Joyce on Aug 23, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,959 views

    1st in a series on Christian Growth

    Almost every image used in the New Testament to describe the Christian life suggests growth and development. • We are to "pursue righteousness" (1 Tim. 6:11). • We are challenged to "be transformed by the renewing of your mind" (Rom. 12:2). • We are to "press on toward the goal" (Phil. 3:14). • ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Billy Ricks avatar

    Get Together Series

    Contributed by Billy Ricks on Mar 20, 2014
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,184 views

    God's purpose in redemption and reconciliation was to make a new race, the human race! It seems discouraging that so many churches are divided. Why is that so and is it possible to become what God designed. Yes find out what hinders and what helps unit

    Intro: We began by hearing that this life is not about us. Our life is to be controlled and conformed to the person and principle of Jesus. The church, the body of people that trust Jesus is to be centered on Jesus. We are also called to be holy, different, set apart for God’s purpose on ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Thomas Gates avatar

    You'll Never Defeat The Giant, Unless You First Conquer The Lion And Bear

    Contributed by Thomas Gates on Feb 1, 2001
    based on 234 ratings
     | 24,995 views

    Sooner or later your gonna face a giant, and if you quit every time problems come then you’ll never be anything for God!

    “ You’ll never defeat the giant, unless you first conquer the lion and the bear.” Text: 1 Samuel Ch 17:32-51 Intro: Everyone here surely has heard the story of “David and Goliath.” Probably more than once. Its a pretty good book to read to our children, It teaches them that no matter what ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Ronnie Knight avatar

    A Zeal For God

    Contributed by Ronnie Knight on Sep 16, 2006
    based on 18 ratings
     | 13,793 views

    Rekindling the fire of God’s Zeal in our lives.

    A Zeal For God “As for you my son Solomon, Know the God of your father, and serve Him with loyal heart and with a willing mind; for the Lord searches all hearts and understands the intent of the thoughts. IF you seek Him He will be found by you. But, if you forsake Him, He will cast you off ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Ben Bannister avatar

    Shine Like The Son

    Contributed by Ben Bannister on Jul 9, 2003
    based on 21 ratings
     | 2,899 views

    In this sermon, we learn how to be a good example for others to follow.

    Text: 2 Tim 2:14-26 ETS: Paul gives sound advice to young Timothy. ESS: If we would follow these instructions, our BCM will be transformed from the inside out. OSS: The BCM will be changed from the inside out. PQ: What can we do to make this BCM a more effect ministry? UW: ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist