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  • Austin Mansfield avatar

    Rejecting The Cornerstone

    Contributed by Austin Mansfield on Apr 1, 2007
    based on 6 ratings
     | 7,787 views

    The cornerstone in biblical times was the first and most important stone laid in the foundation or the top and key supporting stone in an arch. In either case, it was the most important part of the structure.

    Additional texts: Isaiah 43:16-21; Psalm 126; Philippians 3:8-14 In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. May the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart be acceptable to you, Lord, my rock and my redeemer. Amen. (Psalm 19:14) The Pharisees were often confused ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

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    The Greatest Commands Series

    Contributed by David Asch on Feb 16, 2005
    based on 24 ratings
     | 11,670 views

    What is God’s most important command? In this message we will see what is most important to God. You will leave here today knowing what God’s top priority is and how you can do it. You will discover where to start, what comes first, what is most important

    THE GREATEST COMMANDS Mark 12:28-34 INTRO: My kids get frustrated sometimes trying to figure out which of my many commands take priority, which comes first. Ever been frustrated by a boss who gives multiple assignments, all of which are ‘top priority?’ Overwhelmed by all you hear in church? Have ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Let The Little Children Come Series

    Contributed by Brad Beaman on Aug 6, 2023
     | 6,108 views

    Jesus loves little children. Not only are the children precious in his sight but they are important. As a matter of fact, Jesus will teach that adults have an important lesson to learn from children.

    Let the Little Children come has been a popular theme for children’s camp and vacation Bible school. It is taken from the passage about Jesus blessing little children. It is a tender and sentimental passage and very welcome because it follows some judgement passages. If you have been waiting for ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Pride - The Greatest Sin

    Contributed by Matthew Oliver on Jun 20, 2002
    based on 21 ratings
     | 5,869 views

    Many of the failures of todays world to enact the gospel are the result of human pride. Only by God’s grace through self-denial can we hope to overcome

    20 June 2002 Evening Prayer St John the Evangelist Cold Lake Psalm 85 1 Samuel 2:27-36 Matthew 18:10-20 An anonymous man of God prophesies to Eli about his fate and the fate of his sons for their failure to follow God – you see Eli’s Sons are taking more than their share of the sacrifice and are ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

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    Examine Your Motives Series

    Contributed by Michael Luke on Apr 27, 2005
    based on 53 ratings
     | 21,920 views

    The importance of authentic prayer and fasting in growing in relationship with God

    (adapted from Southeast Christian Church’s series: “Living a Life of Integrity”) SERIES: “WORDS OF WISDOM FOR KINGDOM LIVING” TEXT: MATTHEW 6:5-18 TITLE: “EXAMINE YOUR MOTIVES” INTRODUCTION: A. I recently ran across a letter written by a father who wanted to apologize to a certain ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The High Ministry Of Lamp Dressing

    Contributed by Philip Harrelson on Sep 7, 2006
    based on 8 ratings
     | 5,976 views

    This message is concerned with the importance of living a clean and godly life.

    NOTE: I TOOK AN OIL LAMP AND LIT IT JUST PRIOR TO READING THE TEXT AND ALLOWED IT TO BURN THE ENTIRE TIME THAT I PREACHED THIS MESSAGE. THE EFFECT WAS VERY GOOD ESPECIALLY WHEN I GOT TO THE POINT ABOUT THE WICK AND THE OIL OF THE LAMP. Exodus 30:7 KJV And Aaron shall burn thereon sweet incense ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Treasure’s Trap Series

    Contributed by C. Philip Green on Sep 18, 2010
    based on 5 ratings
     | 8,176 views

    Stop pursuing wealth, because: such a pursuit has made us (the American Church) sick; it never satisfies; and it is a snare into sin and self-destructive behavior.

    Several years ago, Millard Fuller of Habitat for Humanity addressed the National Press Club on public radio, on which he recalled a workshop he conducted at Pittsburgh Theological Seminary with 200 pastors in attendance. The assembled pastors quickly pointed toward greed and selfishness as the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    Father Forgive Them Youth Sermon

    Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 5, 2023
    based on 4 ratings
     | 963 views

    Jesus demonstrates God's self-giving love and forgiveness by praying for those who mock and crucify him, embodying his own teachings from the Sermon on the Mount.

    Today, we're going to talk about something super important - forgiveness. You know, that thing we all need but sometimes find hard to give. We're going to look at a story from the Bible where Jesus shows us the ultimate example of forgiveness. So, let's dive in! Our main story comes from Luke ...read more

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  • Mike Sanders avatar

    Growing Up Spiritually Pt2

    Contributed by Mike Sanders on Sep 11, 2009
    based on 3 ratings
     | 7,258 views

    This sermon helps the believer see the importance of growing up spiritually

    Growing up Spiritually PT2 (God wants to Grow, Go, Glow, Flow) If you would please turn in your bibles to To Ephesians 4:11-16 (NIV) 11 It was he who gave some to be apostles, some to be prophets, some to be evangelists, and some to be pastors and teachers, 12 to prepare God’s people for works ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Power Of Confessing Sins

    Contributed by Susan Mende on Jul 9, 2018
    based on 4 ratings
     | 10,574 views

    We don’t take responsibility for the mistakes that we make, but we learn to justify our mistakes by blaming something or someone else. But there is power in confessing our sins!

    Icebreaker: A teacher asks a little boy as to why he was late to school. He replies that his mother served the breakfast late. When his mother was asked, she replied that the milkman delivered the milk late. The milkman, in turn, replied that the cow didn’t give milk on time. But the cow blamed the ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Michael Stark avatar

    Rich Man, Poor Man Series

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Sep 23, 2007
    based on 3 ratings
     | 4,682 views

    Learning how to assess our importance in a manner that pleases God.

    JAMES 1:9-11 RICH MAN, POOR MAN1e grass he will pass away. For the sun rises with its scorching heat and withers the grass; its flower falls, and its beauty perishes. So also will the rich man fade away in the midst of his pursuits.” The Word of God is countercultural and counterintuitive. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Better Than A Bracelet

    Contributed by Steve Brown on Nov 11, 2003
    based on 8 ratings
     | 5,441 views

    Speaks of the importance of memorizing Scripture and applying it to your everyday life.

    Better Than a Bracelet Introduction: Scripture memorization is a powerful tool in our daily walk with our Lord. The reason it is such a compelling tool is because you can recall a passage that God has placed on your heart at a moment’s notice and use that passage to combat Satan’s attacks. One ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Will Of God: Suffering

    Contributed by William Noel on Jun 5, 2004
    based on 7 ratings
     | 3,595 views

    Suffering should be viewed as a precious and important part of doing the will of God

    The Will of God Suffering I Peter 4:19 Introduction · C. S. Lewis describes the role of suffering in the life of the believer as “soul-making.” It is the shaping of the Christian with the hammer and chisel of adversity. Lewis also said “God whispers to us in our pleasures; speaks in our ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Keith Peters avatar

    Thou Shalt Remember

    Contributed by Keith Peters on Jul 9, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 10,139 views

    Discusses the importance of learning from the past before moving into the future.

    Thou Shalt Remember Deuteronomy 8 REFLECTION: Deuteronomy is a record of Moses’ final instructions to the Nation of Israel before they were to enter into the “Promised Land”. It was given to them as they sat on the East Side of the Jordan river and was a peculiar balance ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    God's Promises

    Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jul 28, 2022
     | 1,077 views

    Promises are found throughout the Bible. What’s the most important?

    Eternal Life Promises are found throughout the Bible. What’s the most important? “And this is what he promised us—eternal life.” (1 John 2:25 NIV) Are there conditions? “A man who endures trials is blessed, because when he passes the test he will receive the crown of life that God has promised ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist