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  • A. Todd Coget avatar

    Knowledge Vs. Love Series

    Contributed by A. Todd Coget on Mar 17, 2003
    based on 14 ratings
     | 6,307 views

    This sermon is to remind us that love is even more important than being right.

    1 Corinthians Knowledge vs. Love 1 Corinthians 8 March 16, 2003 INTRO: A. Now in chapter 8 of 1 Corinthians, Paul turns to the second of the questions that the Corinthians had posed to him. 1. You’ll recall that I have told you that 1 & 2 Corinthians are two letters that Paul wrote the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    "Being Fully Persuaded" Series

    Contributed by Marilyn Murphree on Mar 23, 2003
    based on 54 ratings
     | 23,395 views

    It is important for Fathers to be fully persuaded of their faith in God in order to set an example for their children.

    Iliff and Saltillo UM Churches Father’s Day Message June 16, 2002 “Being Fully Persuaded” Romans 4:13-25 INTRODUCTION: Today is Father’s Day. You can probably look back and remember some of the “words of wisdom” your father said to you over the years. You probably have at one time or another ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Headed Home

    Contributed by James Chandler on Apr 1, 2003
    based on 114 ratings
     | 6,947 views

    There are some important lessons we can learn from the story of the Prodigal Son.

    It has always been tough to be a young person growing up. And it has always been tough to be a parent and raise children into adults. Consider these quotes: "I see no hope for the future for people if they are dependent on the frivilous youth of today. For certainly all youth are reckless beyond ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    God First In The Home

    Contributed by Wes Richard on May 7, 2003
    based on 25 ratings
     | 7,116 views

    Deuteronomy 4 helps us understand the importance of putting God first in the home.

    Every so often, somebody calls to ask if we will marry them. We always say, “We’ll be glad to talk with you about it.” In some cases they are just thinking about marriage. In other cases they have already purchased their marriage license and have the date set. So, we get together to talk. And ...read more

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    Denomination: Brethren

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    Wanting, Having & Needing

    Contributed by Jeffrey Kellum on May 7, 2003
    based on 21 ratings
     | 4,115 views

    Learning to want what we have in the Lord is important to our spiritual health.

    INTRODUCTION : Turn with me to the 23rd Psalm, probably the most recognized verse in all Christendom. Recite Psalm 23 from memory. TEXTUAL IDEA: It is a Psalm of David. The song of a king, the song of a shepherd, a song of desire and a song of trust. SERMON IDEA: I have labeled tonight’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Different, But The Same Series

    Contributed by A. Todd Coget on May 16, 2003
    based on 15 ratings
     | 5,354 views

    This sermon stresses the importance of finding our spiritual gifts and putting them to use.

    1 Corinthians Different, but the Same 1 Corinthians 12:1-11 May 18, 2003 Intro: A. [Fair Exchanges] The husband’s idea of a gift exchange: His gift is a new set of golf clubs. Her gift is a new pair of dishwashing gloves. The wife’s idea of a gift exchange: His gift is a new snow shovel. Her ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    House Of Prayer Series

    Contributed by Wesley Eader on Sep 18, 2002
    based on 38 ratings
     | 9,858 views

    A brief sermon on the importance of God’s House, the church being a place of prayer.

    Let’s walk through the events of Passion Week / Holy Week. The 8 most important days in History. 1. Sunday – Palm Sunday – The Royal Entry 2. Monday – Jesus Cleanses the Temple 3. Tuesday- Day of Conflict 4. Wed.- Day of Silence – Nothing is recorded on this day in any of the Gospels. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Experiencing The Birth Of Christ With The Shepherds Series

    Contributed by John Hamby on Dec 17, 2001
    based on 302 ratings
     | 36,575 views

    In the story of God’s announcement to the shepherds are some important truths for us today.

    Experiencing the Birth of Christ With The Shepherds Luke 2:7-20 The telling of the Christmas story can be such a familiar and common experience that we miss the significance of it. With the annual repetitions the familiarity of the story of the shepherds can cause us to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Danny Moss avatar

    The Gospel According To You

    Contributed by Danny Moss on Feb 1, 2002
    based on 48 ratings
     | 5,894 views

    This sermon stresses the importance of preaching the true Gospel of Christ, and also living it.

    THE GOSPEL ACCORDING TO YOU Text: 2nd Corinthians 3:2 Introduction- This message is really for preachers. It can apply to all believers, but specifically, I have ministers of the Gospel in mind in the things that I will say today. It is a great and tremendous ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Alan Perkins avatar

    Fellowship

    Contributed by Alan Perkins on Jul 22, 2001
    based on 94 ratings
     | 29,810 views

    What is Christian fellowship? why is it important? How do we do it?

    I’ve never run a marathon, which probably doesn’t surprise most of you. Nor have I ever competed in a triathlon (although I do own an Ironman Triathlon wristwatch, which is almost the same thing). But what you may not know is that in high school, I was a runner. I lettered in cross-country, and my ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    First " Giving Honor And Obedience " To God.

    Contributed by Dr. Stafford Miller on Apr 22, 2001
    based on 54 ratings
     | 13,738 views

    It is more important for Christians to obey God rather than any human authority.

    THE SECOND SUNDAY IN THE SEASON OF EASTER, THE MESSAGE FOR SUNDAY THE 22ND OF APRIL, 2001 THE TEXT .....Acts 5:29-29 PRAYER...MAY THE WORDS OF GOD AND HIS MESSAGE SPOKEN THIS HOUR BE BOTH A WORD OF COMFORT AND CHALLENGE WE PRAY THAT IT WILL CHALLENGE THOSE WHO ARE COMFORTABLE AND COMFORT ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Rick Gillespie- Mobley avatar

    Whenever You Come, Come To Work

    Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Apr 28, 2001
    based on 81 ratings
     | 11,888 views

    It is important that when we come to the Lord, we come prepared to serve and to work.

    Whenever You Come, Come To Work 3/21/99 Ecclesiastes 11:1-6 Matthew 20:1-16 Suppose you had hired Jim to come and work for you. During the interview, Jim, told you “I just can’t wait to get in there and work on the job.” Well the first day on the job, the first thing Jim did was to go ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Paul Fritz avatar

    Why Actions Speak Louder Than Words

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 19, 2001
    based on 44 ratings
     | 5,312 views

    Few people realize how important it is to love not just in word, but in deed and in truth

    Why Actions Speak Louder Than Words (Acts 10:17-33) 1. Few people realize how important it is to love not just in word, but in deed and in truth. Illustration: Research experts tell us we communicate only 7% with our words, 35% with our tone of voice and 58% with our actions. 1. Peter knew ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Bob Briggs avatar

    Understanding Our Mission Statement

    Contributed by Bob Briggs on Dec 16, 2000
    based on 98 ratings
     | 4,909 views

    What is the importance of a mission statement and how do we apply it to our mission.

    I have been in a reflective mood since seeing the doctor two weeks ago. He spoke to me concerning lifestyle changes I would need to make to ensure my health and longevity. I thought about change in relationship to the church, here at Ione Assembly, and I want to speak on this today, the changes ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Douglas Bryan avatar

    A Destroyer, A Doubter, And A Few Disciples

    Contributed by Douglas Bryan on Jan 30, 2001
    based on 95 ratings
     | 5,271 views

    Discusses the importance of baptism in conversion by comparing three conversion stories from Acts.

    DECISION DAY A Destroyer, A Doubter, and a Few Disciples Acts 8, 9, 16, 19, 22 INTRODUCTION: ILL> The Obit Brad and Mike were two old retired widowers who lived close to each other and would constantly check on the other. Their friendship was more practical rather than a real friendship and ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ