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  • Ed Blonski avatar

    America Under Attack: Our Reponse

    Contributed by Ed Blonski on Sep 27, 2001
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    Written in response to the 9/11 attacks but also in response to the reactions of some notable Christian leaders.

    The heavens declare the glory of God; the skies proclaim the work of his hands. … May the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart be pleasing in your sight, O LORD, my Rock and my Redeemer. Grace to you and peace from God our Father, and Jesus Christ the Lord. Amen.The Word of God from ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Where Is God When Disaster Strikes

    Contributed by Roger Thomas on Sep 5, 2005
    based on 47 ratings
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    A serious look at quetions believers face in the aftermath of a natural disaster like Hurricane Katrina.

    Where Is God When Disaster Strikes? Romans 8:18-28 Dr. Roger W. Thomas, Preaching Minister First Christian Church, Vandalia, MO We have all witnessed the horrific aftermath of Hurricane Katrina. Rose and I had a special interest in those events as we watched them unfold last Monday. We were ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    "No More Excuses"

    Contributed by Chanon Mullens on Jun 12, 2007
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    Moses had several excuses; of which God didn’t accept any

    • An excuse is a reason we give for not doing what someone else expects us to do. We not only make excuses for missing church, but for missing work, school, and meetings. We also make excuses for bad behavior and for bad attitudes, and for not getting a job done on time or for not doing ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Overcoming Apathy Series

    Contributed by Leroy Redding on Oct 18, 2006
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     | 8,706 views

    7th of 7 in a series on the seven churches mentioned in Revelation 2-3

    Christ is here with us. Suppose I wasn’t able to make it back from Seattle this morning and we decided to invite Christ to bring us the message this morning. Suppose He physically comes to speak to us. I wonder what He would say to us... Let’s just say He would give us an indication of how ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Exalting Christ

    Contributed by Steven Cannon on Feb 12, 2006
    based on 8 ratings
     | 8,548 views

    Let us exalt Christ!

    EXALTING CHRIST We are talking this morning about Exalting Christ. Our theme for the month is Exalting Christ. For Feb Sharing the love of Christ. Mar Christ Crucified. Apr Serving Christ. May The Lordship of Jesus Christ, June Following the Example of Christ, July Christ suffered for you, ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Why Do Bad Things Happen To Good People?

    Contributed by Gene Gregory on Mar 17, 2006
    based on 75 ratings
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    A look at several biblical reasons for Christian suffering.

    WHY DO BAD THINGS HAPPEN TO GOOD PEOPLE? - Read 2 Corinthians 11:16-33 As we look at this passage, we wonder, "If God is in control, and He is; and if God is all powerful, and He is; why did He let all of this stuff happen to His man Paul? If God is in control, why do bad things happen to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    You Need More Hate In Your Life - Part 2

    Contributed by Bo Dunford on Jan 15, 2007
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     | 4,305 views

    There are some things the Bible says we should hate. They’re the same things that God hates.

    PSALM 97:10 “YOU NEED MORE HATE IN YOUR LIFE – PART 2” A) When I say that we need more hate in our lives, I’m talking about hating the same things that God hates! * “But Preacher, I thought God is love, is He really capable of hating?” * According to the Bible, Yes He is! * I gave you four ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Cure For Conflict Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Jul 3, 2006
    based on 87 ratings
     | 43,396 views

    James teaches us not only the cause of conflict, but the cure.

    Introduction: A. Years ago, a large statue of Christ was erected high in the Andes on the border between Argentina and Chile – called “Christ of the Andes.” 1. The statue symbolizes a pledge between the two countries. As long as the statue stands, there will be peace between Chile and ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    A Prayerful Tribute

    Contributed by Todd Pugh on Jan 14, 2008
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    A memorial day sermon focusing on the power of prayer and national security.

    A PRAYERFUL TRIBUTE TO OUR TROOPS A Sermon for Memorial Day Sunday / May 27, 2007 Intro: The custom of placing flowers on the graves of the war began on May 5, 1866, in Waterloo, NY, and Waterloo has been recognized by Congress as the official birthplace of Memorial Day. In 1868, Gen. John A. ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Laus Deo - Monumental Faith, Monumental Praise

    Contributed by William Akehurst on Jun 30, 2008
    based on 9 ratings
     | 4,578 views

    This Week we celebrate our independence. Independence from WHAT? Our Nation’s Capital is filled with reminders, but to many it remains a secret.

    6.29.08 LAUS DEO - Monumental Faith, Monumental Praise By William Akehurst, HSWC Psalm 33:12 This Week we celebrate our independence. Independence from WHAT? Our Nation’s Capital is filled with reminders, but to many it remains a secret. Basic outline Psalm 33:12 Blessed is the nation whose God ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Stone, The Stink, And The Glory Of God

    Contributed by Joseph Smith on Sep 16, 2009
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     | 7,429 views

    Remembrance Sunday, 1989: For us to see the glory of God in the face of death means that we have to move some obstacles and we have to live into the bitterness of what might have been; but then the great "Come Forth" can be heard.

    At Easter it was not hard to think and to sing of the glory of God, was it? Not hard at all to imagine that God’s in His heaven, all’s right with the world. Triumphant music played, pronouncements came forth about victory and power and honor to our God. It was not hard at Easter to dwell on the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Mission: Possible

    Contributed by Traci Loewe on Jul 30, 2007
     | 5,478 views

    Being open to God’s calling

    Sermon Body Outline Opening Illustration: [use natural gestures] Last night I took a journey to a land far ’cross the seas; I didn’t go by boat or plane, I trusted on my knees. I saw so many people there in deepest depths of sin, and Jesus told me I should go that there were souls to win. But I ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Are You A Good Sheep

    Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Aug 25, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,560 views

    Psalm 23

    Are You A Good Sheep? Scripture: Psalm 23; Proverbs 16:18 Introduction As I look at each of you, I want you to know that I believe in my heart that each of you are stupid. I will explain why I feel this way later. This morning I want to pose a question to you for you to consider. You do not ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    God's Treasure Chest

    Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on Dec 13, 2004
    based on 24 ratings
     | 12,113 views

    Out of all His creation, what could God possibly value enough to place with his treasures?

    God’s Treasure Chest (Adapted from an article by Larry Libby, “Discipleship Journal” Issue 139) SCRIPTURE READING: Malachi 3:16-17 INTRODUCTION: While growing up, I kept a cigar box hidden away in the bottom of a drawer. That cigar box was filled with my TREASURES. These were important ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Jesus On The Move Series

    Contributed by Joel Preston on Mar 22, 2012
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     | 7,440 views

    8. The Gospel by Mark is a record of virtually non-stop activity carried out at a rapid-fire pace. The key term repeated over 40 times in this first account of the life of Jesus, the Servant of God, is eutheos, the Greek word for “immediately.” Mark wast

    The Gospel of Mark #1 – “Jesus on the Move” Mark 1:1 Intro – 1. ILL – Famous first lines…Books – 1) “Call me Ishmael” (Moby Dick). 2) “It was the best of times, it was the worst of times.”(A Tale of Two Cities). 3) “Marley ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free