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  • Shawn Rose avatar

    Why Does He Eat And Drink With Publicans And Sinners? Series

    Contributed by Shawn Rose on Aug 3, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 10,921 views

    In the short story of Levi’s call, we find that no one is too sinful to be beyond the grace and love of Jesus.

    WHY DOES HE EAT AND DRINK WITH PUBLICANS AND SINNERS? Text: Mark 2:13 – 22 Introduction: • How would you feel if we put a sign outside of our church that said “Homosexuals welcome”? • What about if Jim took the bus and brought back 5 drunks next Sunday morning? • What if we announced that we ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Jesus Our Pastor Guides Us To Rebuke And To Live With Purpose!

    Contributed by Doug Koehler on Mar 6, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,719 views

    We can see how quickly satan can attack. In a short time Peter went from confessing Jesus to rebuking Jesus. Jesus teaches us how we can be on guard against our wiley foe as well as how to live with purpose for Him.

    (see also Mark 8:27-30) for context. Dear beloved in Christ... In our Gospel reading there is much to grab our attention as Jesus is in process of predicting his death and resurrection. We hear about how Jesus must suffer many things and that we are called to take up our cross and follow Jesus. ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    What Matters Most In Life!

    Contributed by Richard Mcnair on Nov 4, 2004
    based on 7 ratings
     | 13,789 views

    What Matters Most In Life! Love is the key to attracting the lost to church!

    I almost died this week... The words, “I love you.” became meaningful to me. Love came alive in Janet, when she didn’t want to leave me even though they kicked her out. Almost every phone call - the words I love you were spoken from the heart. Tonight - Communion - I will tell about the walk ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    When Sex Is Not Dirty: Matters Of Marital Intimacy Series

    Contributed by Scott Maze on Jun 4, 2021
     | 2,367 views

    If you are a believer, you are God’s. You were made by God and for God. God owns your body.

    Tomorrow is Valentine’s Day. A day set aside in America for lovers. Valentine’s Day causes us to think of romance… Lovers in Paris… Marriage Proposals on bended knees… Of writing “Will You Marry Me?” on the Jumbotron of a large stadium somewhere… And who can think of Valentine’s Day without ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Lead With Your Ears, And Follow Up With Your Tongue Series

    Contributed by Davon Huss on Mar 16, 2015
     | 5,827 views

    Using James 1:19-20 let's improve our communication (Material adapted from Wayne A. Mack's book, Strengthening Your Marriage, unit 4, Good Communication, pgs. 55-65, 68-74)

    HoHum: A judge was interviewing a woman regarding her pending divorce, and asked, "What are the grounds for your divorce?" She replied, "About four acres and a nice little home in the middle of the property with a stream running by." "No," he said, "I mean what is the foundation of this ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Pilgrims And The Pilgrimage

    Contributed by John Williams Iii on Mar 4, 2021
     | 1,989 views

    This sermon is about preparing for eternity.

    PILGRIMS AND THE PILGRIMAGE Text: John 14:23-30 This morning, you are making a big and important step in your lives as get confirmed and become members of the church. Jesus has already prepared for your future. He gives you the Holy Spirit to guide you, He gives you His peace and ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Un-Forbidden Fruit Series

    Contributed by Rev. Marcus Briddell on Sep 26, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,059 views

    This sermon is the First and Foundational sermon in the second half (Part 2) of the series, "Living the Life" which is based on the General Heading of the Natural and Spiritual work of the Holy Spirit.

    The Natural and Spiritual Work of the Holy Spirit A Practical Doctrine on the Holy Spirit Living the Life Sermon Series II The Fruit of the Spirit The Foundation Sermon The Un-Forbidden Fruit! July 16, 2006 Text: Galatians 5:13-26 Key Texts: Psalm 1:1/Galatians 5:16, 22-23 Psalm ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    The Blame Game

    Contributed by Mike Hullah on Jun 25, 2004
    based on 58 ratings
     | 5,957 views

    Why do we use blame to manipulate, control and punish each other? This sermon speaks to the issue of blame and why we do it and its solution.

    THE BLAME GAME Proverbs 23:7 For as he thinks in his heart, so is he. The way we think and feel about ourselves affects our destiny, we need to see ourselves as God sees us. Guilt is described as: an emotional reaction we experience over the disparity between who we are or how we act and who ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Be Like Valentine

    Contributed by Benjamin Utomo on Feb 9, 2023
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,872 views

    Billions of people around the world celebrate Valentine's Day. More than celebrating it, we should follow the good examples of Valentine.

    Opening: A husband always carries a photo of his wife in his wallet. Whenever he faced a difficult situation, he opened his wallet and saw the picture of his wife. When his friends saw what he did, they said, "You love your wife so much, don't you?" He replied, "When I saw my ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Race To Win Series

    Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Feb 22, 2008
     | 6,667 views

    We MUST do more than race to race, we need to race to win!

    INTRODUCTION • PLAY “I RUN” VIDEO CLIP • SLIDE #1 • I have enjoyed examining the “Amazing Race” with you over the past three week! Today we are going to conclude our examination of the “Amazing Race” by taking a look at the concept of Racing to Win! • In October of 2002 Herm Edwards then coach of ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Temptation Island Series

    Contributed by Daniel Colvin on Jan 6, 2004
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,699 views

    Learning to say no in the face of temptation and learning to keep Satan from getting a foot hold in our lives

    Temptation Island James 1:12-15 Introduction (Hand out Hawaiian leis when people come in) Watching TV one night a commercial came on for a new type of game show while showing an exotic island the announcer says: “6 couples put true love to the ultimate test on Temptation Island.” I thought to ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Elders In The Church PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 25, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,462 views

    The main point of this sermon is to emphasize the importance of appointing godly, qualified elders in the church to ensure strong leadership, sound doctrine, and spiritual growth within the faith community.

    Good morning, church family! Today, we're going to take a deep dive into Titus 1:5-16, exploring the qualifications of elders, their role in the church, and the importance of appointing these leaders in our community. "A true and safe leader is likely to be one who has no desire to lead but is ...read more

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    Transformation

    Contributed by Richard Francis on Feb 16, 2005
    based on 51 ratings
     | 12,104 views

    Seeking gods presence to be transformed from Glory to Glory, made in the likeness of Jesus

    Transformation, You can’t earn Gods Love but you can be perfected by it! Context # 1 Paul was speaking to the Christians at the church in Corinth There was descent in the ranks, he was facing a “Back to Moses” movement As he faced his opponents he brings in wide ranging arguments comparing the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Looking Good - Being An Attractive Christian

    Contributed by Jerry Flury on Aug 2, 2011
    based on 8 ratings
     | 9,641 views

    Paul told the Corinthian church that their lives were letters read by all men. The world is reading us today. What they read will either draw them to or drive them from Christ.

    Looking Good - Being an Attractive Christian Titus 2:1-10 Paul told the Corinthian church that their lives were letters read by all men. The world is reading us today. What they read will either draw them to or drive them from Christ. If our lifestyle fails to reflect the character of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Faith Is The Substance Part 2 Series

    Contributed by John Brewster on May 10, 2004
    based on 8 ratings
     | 5,565 views

    Faith is the substance. This is part 2 showing how we can grab hold of the promises of Christ from the supernatural realm and bring them into the natural realm of life.

    FAITH IS THE SUBSTANCE PART 2 Hebrews 11:1 (KJV) Now faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen. SUBSTANCE is what pulls things from the supernatural realm into the natural realm for us The more we give ourselves to God - the more we can pull from the ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal