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  • D Marion Clark avatar

    Children, Water, And Millstones Series

    Contributed by D Marion Clark on Oct 29, 2012
     | 5,726 views

    Are you salted? Has God’s salt penetrated into your fiber so that you are distinguished from your former life and from the people of the world?

    Introduction Have you ever been part of a conversation (or more likely on the receiving end of a monologue) that went something like this. Did you hear the news about the robbery downtown? They caught the guy and the prosecutor says he is going to bring him to trial quickly. Speaking of ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Why Faith And Love Matter Series

    Contributed by D Marion Clark on Oct 30, 2012
     | 4,077 views

    if you have a real relationship with God, you will have faith in his power and love for his people.

    Introduction Jesus’ first full day in Jerusalem has not started off on a pleasant note. He began the morning by cursing a fig tree and ended it by knocking over tables and accusing the Jewish authorities of turning the temple into “a den of robbers.” This got the attention of ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Raise Up A Generation Of David

    Contributed by Herbert Armstrong Bosantog on Nov 5, 2012
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     | 11,488 views

    Most individual are looking for other significant figures as INSPIRATIONS. People of INTEGRITY whose lives inspires us to do better, to fly higher and to stand taller. As Christians, we also need Bible character to inspire us in our Spiritual journey. T

    Right Attitude w/ Right Desire & be Prepared INTRODUCTION: Most individual are looking for other significant figures as inspirations. People of integrity whose lives inspires us to do better, to fly higher and to stand taller. As Christians, we also need Bible character to inspire us in ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    Anointed To Speak

    Contributed by Jeff Van Wyk on Nov 9, 2012
     | 16,048 views

    Words are vehicles which can bring life, but they can also do a lot of harm. That is why our words must be in line with God’s Word. What we say can affect the eternal destiny of others. We are anointed to speak life and that places a responsibility on us

    Anointed To Speak SPEAK TO OTHERS If we live in the Spirit we need to walk in the Spirit. We need to be careful what we say. Words are vehicles which can bring life, but they can also do a lot of harm. That is why our words must be in line with God’s Word. Let your speech always be ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    From One Quarter Pounder With Cheese To Another. Series

    Contributed by Johnny A. Palmer Jr. on Dec 7, 2011
     | 3,787 views

    About the first day of creation, a Day of Existence.

    Intro: FROM ONE QUARTER POUNDER WITH CHEESE TO ANOTHER... 1. "Fly Me to the Moon" a song written by Bart Howard and made popular by Frank Sinatra. "Fly me to the moon And let me sing among the stars, Let me see what spring is like On Jupiter and Mars; In other words, hold my hand; In other ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Drastic Change! Series

    Contributed by Johnny A. Palmer Jr. on Dec 8, 2011
     | 4,695 views

    Life has changed drastically since the Fall of mankind.

    Intro: 1. I confess I like to watch old shows like the Twighlight Zone, Alfred Hitchcock Presents, etc. One episode was about a woman serving life in a prison. Through the years she had become friends with one of the prison guards. His job was to bury the prisoners that died. He had a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Slow Starters Are Not No Starters. Series

    Contributed by Johnny A. Palmer Jr. on Dec 14, 2011
     | 4,753 views

    Abram is finally getting into gear and making some real spiritual progress.

    Intro: 1. Some things are slow starters. The first electric light was so dim that a candle was needed to see its socket; One of the first steamboats took 32 hours to chug its way from New York to Albany, a distance of 150 miles; Wilbur and Orville Writght's first airplane flight lasted only 12 ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Christ Is Coming: Do Not Be Afraid

    Contributed by Joel Pankow on Dec 15, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,804 views

    Mary was troubled by the angel's greeting, but Gabriel calmed her fears.

    December 18, 2011 Luke 1:26-38 In the sixth month, God sent the angel Gabriel to Nazareth, a town in Galilee, to a virgin pledged to be married to a man named Joseph, a descendant of David. The virgin’s name was Mary. The angel went to her and said, “Greetings, you who are highly ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Do You Really Want God To Come" Series

    Contributed by Curry Pikkaart on Dec 16, 2011
     | 4,494 views

    We say we want Jesus to come - but when we see the whole picture, do we really?

    “Questions of Christmas: Do you Really Want God to Come?” Mark 1:1-8; 2 Pt. 3:8-15 Many liturgical prayers end with the phrase “Even so, come, Lord Jesus.” One of our communion prayers ends the same way. Even the book of Revelation (22:20) ends with “He who testifies ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Celebrating Christmas When Tragedy Strikes Series

    Contributed by Scott Kircher on Dec 18, 2011
    based on 28 ratings
     | 9,475 views

    How do we celebrate Christmas when we face tragedies in life?

    Celebrating Christmas when Tragedy Strikes! The birth of Christ did not eliminate Evil The birth of Christ provides hope for eternity The birth of Christ provides Comfort through his presence Intro Slide Christmas is one week out. For some, the excitement of gift giving, of gathering with ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Knowing Him - An Example To Live By Series

    Contributed by Tim Diack on Dec 21, 2011
     | 4,188 views

    The wonder of Christmas is that God came and dwelt amongst us! In doing so He humbled and emptied Himself and came among us as the least of the least in order that we might know Him. By His life, He served us. By His death, He saved us. By His example

    Knowing Him: An Example To Live By - Philippians 2:1-11 - December 18, 2011 Series: What’s Jesus Got To Do With Christmas? #2 One of the things I’ve always looked forward to as a parent are those opportunities to watch the kids participate in school productions such as the annual ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    What If God Says 'no'? Series

    Contributed by Curry Pikkaart on Dec 22, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,483 views

    WE've all heard 'No" to our requests. But what if the 'No' comes from God?

    “Questions of Christmas: What If God Says ‘No’?” 2 Sam. 7:1-17 The kindergarten girl asks her 2nd grade sister, “Can I play with your doll?” “NO!” The just turned 16 year old asks his dad, “All my friends got to drive a group of us around for a ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Blessings Or Curses?

    Contributed by Stephen Sheane on Dec 22, 2011
    based on 5 ratings
     | 26,562 views

    As we enter a new year we are in a place of decision - like standing in Shechem, between Mount Gerizim and Ebal. In the coming year will you choose blessings or curses?

    BLESSINGS OR CURSES? There is a story about a mountain climber who wanted to climb the highest mountain. He began his adventure after many years of preparation. Since he wanted the glory just for himself, he decided to climb the mountain alone. The night felt heavy in the heights of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

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    The Gift Of God's Great Promise

    Contributed by Victor Yap on Dec 31, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,980 views

    2 Peter 1

    THE GIFT OF GOD’S GREAT PROMISE (2 PETER 1) The clergyman’s eloquence may have been at fault, still he felt annoyed to find that an old gentleman fell asleep during the sermon on two consecutive Sundays. So, after service on the second week, he told the boy who accompanied the sleeper that he ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Christ's Lights All Year Long Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jan 2, 2012
    based on 88 ratings
     | 22,953 views

    Jesus said we should be "the light of the World." But just how and why should we shine that light?

    I asked the congregation: “How many of you have already taken down your Christmas lights?” (This was 7 days after Christmas Day, and about a 1/3 raised their hands) “Well, how many of you will take down your decorations NEXT week? (a few more raised their hands). How many of you ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ