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  • James Powell avatar

    Focus On Prayer

    Contributed by James Powell on Dec 24, 2006
     | 2,266 views

    The Way to Pray.

    The focus this month of March is prayer. Prayer is something which most Christians do without even thinking. We normally go through a routine of how we pray and we speak supposedly to God and if we aren’t careful it becomes a rut and a drag to pray, due to it being a repetition. I want you to ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

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    A Miracle In Brooklyn

    Contributed by Joe Burke on Jan 16, 2007
     | 2,192 views

    We need a miracle to enter heaven.

    A Miracle in Brooklyn! It is a hot, steamy, July night in the Brooklyn Correctional Facility (BCF) in Brooklyn, New York. It is Thursday night in BCF and that means it is time for Catholic services. We are a group of laymen who come to BCF every Thursday night to run a prayer meeting for any ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

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    The Altar Of "I" Series

    Contributed by James Cloud on Aug 4, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,326 views

    This sermon deals with religiosity, self-rightouesness and "me worship" vs. the true faith that God requires.

    The Altar of “I” By Fr. James Cloud A young man entered a beautiful cathedral which was so ornately decorated that the very sight of it could make the hardest of sinners cry in repentance. He made his way down the aisle of the church and found it surprisingly empty except for a solitary ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    Whenever? Series

    Contributed by Johnny Creasong on Oct 20, 2009
    based on 3 ratings
     | 4,666 views

    Are you held captive by the fear within your mind? Here’s hope when your heart condemns you!

    Whenever? I John 3:18-24 There once was an out of work actor named Daniel. He was so down and out that he’s ready to accept any acting part that came along. One day he saw an advertisement in the paper: ACTOR NEEDED TO PLAY A GORILLA. "I could do that," Daniel thought. Daniel arranged an ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Can You Tell Me Your Weaknesses?

    Contributed by Davon Huss on May 23, 2006
    based on 68 ratings
     | 28,504 views

    A sermon on 2 Corinthians 12:1-10 focusing on Paul’s thorn in the flesh. (Material taken from Sermon Central Contributors and especially C. Bouwman)

    Sermon for 5/21/2006 Can You Tell Me Your Weaknesses? 2 Corinthians 12:1-10 Introduction: Tell the story about how interviewing a prospective campus minister: Elaborate on your strengths was my first question. My second question was, Elaborate on your weaknesses. Guess what, he wisely refused ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    What God's Spirit Can Do For You

    Contributed by W F on Jun 13, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,185 views

    What would happen if the Holy Spirit withdrew from your church and your life? What are the benefits of a Spirit filled life?

    INTRODUCTION What difference do you think it would make if the Holy Spirit were withdrawn from your life and your church? Well, considering that the Holy Spirit carries out the work of God the Father – I guess we could safely assume that it would make an enormous difference. But in what way? 1) ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    How To Act At The Table Series

    Contributed by Dan Borchert on Nov 17, 2005
    based on 7 ratings
     | 5,582 views

    We all know how to act at the dinner table what about the Lord’s table

    Acts 10:1-48 How to Act at the Table Introduction A. Just for a little D.Y.K. (Did you Know) B. Did you know that when Ice cream was invented the Quakers thought that it was sinful C. According to them it had to be sinful. Nothing could taste that good a not be sinful! D. That kind of sums up the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

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    Reason #6, The Spirit Helps Us Pray Series

    Contributed by Robert Leroe on Nov 26, 2002
    based on 96 ratings
     | 5,711 views

    Our relationship to God is the foundation of our lives, and prayer is what connects us to God. It is an awesome privilege. We don’t always know what to pray for, or even what to say, but God will help us and will satisfy our deepest needs—even the ones

    Sermon Series on Romans 8> Reasons to be ENCOURAGED! Reason #6, The Spirit Helps us Pray >Romans 8:26-27 “I do not know of any subject that has caused more perplexity for more Christians than the subject of prayer.” -So commented James Montgomery Boice, Bible teacher and Pastor. Have you ever ...read more

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    Denomination: Congregational

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    Diggin' Holes

    Contributed by Nate Barbour on Oct 25, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,808 views

    This message talks about how to get out of the many ditches we find ourselves in. Unstuck yourself and get back on track!

    Diggin’ Holes How to Get Out of the Ditch 03.04.06 I. Introduction Have you ever felt stuck? Maybe you’ve been stuck in a conversation with someone that you couldn’t get out of. Maybe you’ve been stuck in the same grade for a couple of years. Maybe you’ve been stuck in a mundane, ordinary job ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Family Of Believers Series

    Contributed by William Ellis on Nov 24, 2006
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,313 views

    This is the second sermon in a 5 part sermon series on the mission of our church.

    INTRODUCTION: Mission Statement: The Redeeming River Church is a family of believers committed to preaching the cross with conviction, reaching the lost with compassion, and equipping the saints with the Word! Three results of not understanding the Mission. 1. Plateaued Growth - growth seems to ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Fools Can't Stop A Sovereign God Series

    Contributed by Allan Quak on Mar 3, 2016
     | 9,207 views

    There are times in our lives when we make a mess and create spiritual chaos. On occasions like this God will step in and shake us up because our foolishness cannot stop the sovereignty of God.

    You can listen to the full message here:- http://www.nec.org.au/listen-to-a-sermon-series/kings-series/ Message 1 Kings 12:1-24 “Fools Can’t Stop A Sovereign God” Solomon the King is dead. Now it is time for a new king – Rehoboam the son of Solomon is the next in line. Rehoboam the Son of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Joy Of Servanthood

    Contributed by Mike Rickman on Jul 29, 2016
     | 6,944 views

    A servant can receive many gifts from his Master.

    July 24, 2016 Morning Worship Text: Joel 2:28-29 Subject: Dreams, Visions, and Prophecy Title: The Joy of Servanthood Last week I spoke to you about how Jesus was both God and man – not just partially one or the other but fully God and fully man. This week I want to Look at the human ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Dave Clark avatar

    Bogged Down And Out

    Contributed by Dave Clark on Nov 12, 2012
    based on 4 ratings
     | 9,348 views

    When we get stuck in life, God helps us (often through others).

    Bogged Down and Out Psalm 40:1-11 Rev. David J. Clark The Psalm talks about getting stuck. “I waited patiently for the Lord; he inclined to me and heard my cry. He drew me up from the desolate pit, out of the miry bog, and set my feet upon a rock, making my steps secure.” I ...read more

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    Denomination: Disciples Of Christ

  • Horace Wimpey avatar

    Why Church

    Contributed by Horace Wimpey on Sep 20, 2014
     | 6,435 views

    This Sermon examine why Christians should attend church

    Why Church Ephesians 5: 25-32 Intro: How many of you remember the comedian Flip Wilson? For those who don’t know him, he was a ground breaking black comedian. His show ran for four years, from 1970 to 1974. He created many memorable characters in his show and one of them was a pastor of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Steve Ely avatar

    Give And Get - Modern Family - Part 1 Series

    Contributed by Steve Ely on Oct 9, 2012
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,935 views

    We are a long ways from the days of “Leave it to Beaver” and “The Brady Bunch”! What does God have to say to the “Modern Family”?

    Modern Family Pt. 1 – Give and Get I hate to be the bearer of bad news but “Leave it to Beaver” has left, Mayberry is a distant memory, and the Waltons have said, “goodnight!” The day we live is different. The climate has changed. This modern age has impacted and ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal