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  • Russell Brownworth avatar

    On The Dotted Line Series

    Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Jan 27, 2003
    based on 44 ratings
     | 10,981 views

    Even though vows are seldom kept, there are a few vows every follower of Jesus Christ ought to make and strive to keep.

    January 26, 2003 1Now on the sealed document were the names of: Nehemiah the governor, the son of Hacaliah, and Zedekiah, 2Seraiah, Azariah, Jeremiah, 3Pashhur, Amariah, Malchijah, 4Hattush, Shebaniah, Malluch, 5Harim, Meremoth, Obadiah, 6Daniel, Ginnethon, Baruch, 7Meshullam, Abijah, Mijamin, ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Improving Your Mental Health With Thanksgiving

    Contributed by Kenneth Squires on Dec 28, 2002
    based on 58 ratings
     | 10,930 views

    A person whose heart is empty of thanksgiving soon becomes crippled and darkened in their mental health.

    (27) At the dedication of the wall of Jerusalem, the Levites were sought out from where they lived and were brought to Jerusalem to celebrate joyfully the dedication with songs of thanksgiving and with the music of cymbals, harps and lyres. (28) The singers also were brought together from the ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Big Things

    Contributed by Wes Humble on Jan 9, 2003
    based on 66 ratings
     | 12,231 views

    God will give us the power to do the things He calls us to do.

    Big Things There is a story of a man that rode into a western town on a stagecoach. He was hired as the local saloon’s bartender. The owner gave him a word of warning: “Remember, if you ever hear that Big John is on his way to town, drop everything and run for your life.” Things went fine for ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

  • Steve Shepherd avatar

    What's Your Cause?

    Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Sep 6, 2003
    based on 120 ratings
     | 6,448 views

    Everyone has a cause, which they promote.

    INTRO.- ILL.- A small church in the hills of Tennessee struck oil on its parking lot. It was a gusher and money was coming in so fast that the finance committee didn’t know what to do with it. The committee called a special congregational meeting of the 40 church members asked them what to do ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    God's Judgment - Part 3

    Contributed by Paul George on Sep 15, 2003
    based on 7 ratings
     | 3,891 views

    At this chapter begins another sermon, which is continued to the end of ch. 11. It is called, "The burden of the word of the Lord,"

    At this chapter begins another sermon, which is continued to the end of ch. 11. It is called, "The burden of the word of the Lord," for every word of God has weight in it to those who regard it, and will be a heavy weight upon those who do not, a dead weight. Verses one to six contain a prophecy ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

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    An Obedient Heart - A Man After God's Own Heart Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Feb 28, 2005
    based on 88 ratings
     | 38,919 views

    Why did God strike Uzzah dead? Because he touched the ark... but why hadn’t they carried the ark the way God told them to? The answer may surprise you.

    OPEN: Several years ago, Reader’s Digest told of a young couple who had just bought a water bed. While assembling the bed, the couple realized they would need a hose to fill it with – and they didn’t own one. So, the husband went to the hardware store and bought one. They attached the hose to the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Day Of The Living Dead, Part 1

    Contributed by John Nadasi on Mar 10, 2005
    based on 26 ratings
     | 2,955 views

    The Lazarus story from a slightly different perspective. It asks the question "how do we respond when God doesn’t show up in time." Mary and Martha demonstrate the true nature of faith.

    John 11:1-45 Paonia United Methodist Church March 13, 2005 Over the last several weeks, We have covered some really difficult texts. That’s what lent is all about. If you haven’t heard something that has disturbed or upset you, Than I either have not been doing my job, or you haven’t been ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Bruce Rhodes avatar

    Narnia: Encouter The Power Series

    Contributed by Bruce Rhodes on Dec 23, 2005
     | 2,457 views

    The story of Narnia is the story of our world. Two great rival powers are pitted against one another for the control and destiny of the creature. This story reminds us of the power of Christ to rescue us and give us a hope and a future. But it also spe

    Series; Advent Narnia Series Message #2 Encounter the Power Introduction: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe is a story about great powers arrayed against one another. The power of the White witch is indeed great for she has made the Emperor’s land always winter and never Christmas. Her ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Winning Your Immunity Challenge Series

    Contributed by Greg Hanson on Feb 20, 2007
     | 2,801 views

    This is a look at what temptation is and how to overcome it.

    How does an Inuit kill a wolf? I know it’s a question many of you have struggled with for years, so let me tell you the answer. First, the Inuit coats his knife with animal blood and allows it to freeze. Then he another layer, and another until the blade is completely concealed with blood. Then he ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    Commitment To Thanksgiving

    Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Nov 15, 2005
    based on 1,066 ratings
     | 264,283 views

    We have it so good. We enjoy it so much. We express it so little.

    INTRO.- ILL.- One man wrote, “The day before Christmas became a thanksgiving day for my family. The station wagon was packed with kids and travel stuff for the 400-mile trip to Grandma’s. As is our custom, before leaving we asked God to protect us on the road. He did, but in an unusual way. ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Heavy Thoughts Series

    Contributed by Thomas Swope on Apr 3, 2014
     | 3,866 views

    A study of chapter 3 of the book of Romans verses 21 through 31

    Romans 3: 21 – 31 Heavy Thoughts 21 But now the righteousness of God apart from the law is revealed, being witnessed by the Law and the Prophets, 22 even the righteousness of God, through faith in Jesus Christ, to all and on all who believe. For there is no difference; 23 for all have sinned ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

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    5 Weddings In The Bible

    Contributed by Ken Henson on Jan 6, 2016
    based on 3 ratings
     | 11,623 views

    a wedding message chronicling the 5 weddings of the Bible

    Marriage. These days some people are afraid of it. In fact there is a name for fear of marriage: Gamophobia According to www.fearof.net (a compendium of phobias), psychological and emotional symptoms at the thought or subject of marriage/commitment: Psychological symptoms include: • Feeling ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

  • Ernie Arnold avatar

    Coming To Faith

    Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Feb 1, 2016
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,232 views

    Theme: Coming to Faith - Isaiah, Paul and Peter come to faith through: 1. An epiphany/encounter with the LORD 2. Acknowledging and confessing their sinfulness 3. Accepting God's purifying touch 4. Partnering with the LORD JESUS

    Scripture: Isaiah 6:1-10; Luke 5:1-11; [1 Corinthians 15:1-11 and Acts 9:1-19] - Epiphany 5 Theme: Coming to Faith - All three individuals (Isaiah, Paul and Peter) come to faith through: 1. An epiphany/encounter with the LORD 2. Acknowledging and confessing their ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    Outsiders To Insiders (Belonging Part Ii) Series

    Contributed by Monty Newton on Oct 13, 2014
     | 4,958 views

    When we come to faith in Christ webelong to the family of God...a caring faith community.

    Belonging Part II Title: Outsiders to Insiders Text: Ephesians 2:11-22 Thesis: When we come to faith in Christ we belong to the family of God… a caring faith community. Series: Belonging, Believing and Becoming Slide 2 I invite you to journey with us as people who value: • Belonging ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Truthness Part 2 Series

    Contributed by Monty Newton on Oct 27, 2014
     | 3,010 views

    Those who have placed their faith in Jesus Christ are assured of eternal life.

    Believing II Title: Truthiness (Part 2) Text: I John 5:11-13 Thesis: Those who have placed their faith in Jesus Christ are assured of eternal life. Series: Belonging, Believing and Becoming I invite you to journey with us as people who value: • Belonging to a caring faith community. ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational