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  • Steve Shepherd avatar

    Feeding Five Thousand And Then Some

    Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Nov 25, 2006
    based on 91 ratings
     | 16,013 views

    Our text reveals the difference of thinking in the disciples and the Lord.

    INTRO.- When Jesus heard what had happened, he withdrew by boat privately to a solitary place. Hearing of this, the crowds followed him on foot from the towns. Crowds of people followed Jesus. That’s not surprising, considering what He did and how He ministered to the people. Have you ever ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Want A Better Husband? Be A Better Wife!

    Contributed by Rick Crandall on Jun 11, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,455 views

    Ladies, do you want a better husband? Be a better wife. God’s Word shows you how.

    Want a Better Husband? Be a Better Wife! 1 Peter 3:1-7 Sermon by Rick Crandall - June 10, 2007 *Brian Mavis asks couples, “Do you remember the first time you knew there was chemistry? You thought ‘Oooo - I like this person. . .’ *Do you remember when you knew you were in love? When you knew you ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Why Are You Hiding, When God Can Deal With It”

    Contributed by Charles Jones on Aug 24, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,305 views

    The method of temptation used by Satan established a pattern according to which he would deal with man: (1) Getting Man to Question God, i.e., he was trying to distort or cast doubt on the word of God, (that is the beginning of every temptation.) Satan i

    “ Why Are You Hiding, when God can deal with it” The same way satan came to Adam he did the same with the second Adam 3:1 Though Satan came to Jesus openly (cf. Matt. 4:1–11) First Temptation Mark 1:12, 13; Luke 4:1–4 4 Then aJesus was led up by bthe Spirit into the wilderness ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Charles Jones avatar

    No Need To Hide The Blood Of Jesus Can Cover You

    Contributed by Charles Jones on Oct 21, 2008
    based on 5 ratings
     | 16,112 views

    Adam hid himself because he was ashamed to face God.Like many believers today who have done the same God has the power through the Blood of Jesus to not only free them but cover them.The old saints use to say,"Put It Under The Blood".My friend IT IS UNDER

    The same way satan came to Adam.(Genesis 3:1-10) he did the same with the second Adam (Jesus Christ)(cf. Matt. 4:1–11) Though satan came to Jesus openly appearing not as a serpent but appearing as him self. First Temptation Mark 1:12, 13; Luke 4:1–4 4Then aJesus was led up by bthe ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Do You Need An Attitude Adjustment?

    Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Jun 11, 2010
    based on 10 ratings
     | 14,791 views

    How often do you struggle with having a bad attitude? How often do you spend your time moping around or angry at the world? Do we go around, thinking everything around us stinks when in fact it’s not everything around us, but our attitude that stinks? Som

    DO YOU NEED AN ATTITUDE ADJUSTMENT? INTRODUCTION: Anyone ever say that to you? “You need an attitude adjustment!” How often do you struggle with having a bad attitude? How often do you ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Earning - Where Does Our Money Come From? Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Feb 4, 2008
     | 4,997 views

    In the first lesson of this series, we focus on three things: 1 - Everything Belongs to God. 2 - God gives us the Ability to Earn Money. 3 - The Pursuit of Money must be kept in Perspective.

    Introduction: A. A Madison Avenue advertising agency surveyed non-church-going people several years ago and asked them their impressions of church. 1. The respondents said, “The problem with church is that the people are always sad, or they talk about death, or they ask for money.” B. A classic ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    When You Are As Dry As Dust Series

    Contributed by Glenn Durham on Feb 4, 2008
    based on 25 ratings
     | 9,819 views

    God offers complete satisfaction to all who entrust their longings to his solution.

    Scripture Introduction God required his people to have a grand party each fall. This joyous, harvest festival reminded the Jews of Jehovah’s favor and brought thousands to Jerusalem for the “Feast of Booths,” or “Feast of Tabernacles” (as it is sometimes called). For eight days, everyone camped ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Trust And Opportunity Series

    Contributed by Ken Pell on Oct 15, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,112 views

    We influence friends and acquaintances through example; as we choose to grow in Christ others can take notice and be drawn to him.

    Trustbusters: Guarding Against Choices that Ruin Relationships Sermon #5 - Trust and Opportunity Mark 10:46-52 A sermon by Dr. Ken Pell (http://www.potsdam-naz.org/sermons/mark.10.46-52.htm) Sermon Objective: We influence friends and acquaintances through example. As we choose to follow Christ ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    Ctwccofgw #5 - The Guarantee Of Guidance Series

    Contributed by Brian La Croix on Oct 29, 2007
     | 3,515 views

    Last in this series based on the Navigators’ "Lessons on Assurance" studies for new Christians.

    Cool Things We Can Count On from God’s Word #5 – The Guarantee of Guidance Proverbs 3:5-6 Introduction The guarantee is only as good as the person or persons making it. Not that everyone who makes a guarantee and fails to live up to it is bad. Sometimes circumstances come up that keep a ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    Reverse The Curse Series

    Contributed by Kraig Pullam on Nov 1, 2007
    based on 68 ratings
     | 32,938 views

    God’s Glory is Connected to Your Giving

    It is terrible and tragic to have access to your blessing yet you are blocked by your curse. For it is true that countless individuals who call themselves Christians live a seemingly picture perfect existence that appears to be marked by blessings, joys, serendipities, pleasures, and grace gifts; ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Rick Crandall avatar

    Sure Reasons Why Christians Shouldn't Drink Series

    Contributed by Rick Crandall on Jun 19, 2007
    based on 15 ratings
     | 12,676 views

    Four good reasons why Christians should not drink alcohol

    Sure Reasons Why Christians Shouldn’t Drink (Series: Why It Matters) Rom 14:10-21 Sermon by Rick Crandall McClendon Baptist Church - Sept. 10, 2006 *Some people try to say that Jesus never drank alcohol, but that doesn’t make sense to me. In Matt 11:16-19, Jesus was talking to a crowd about John ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jeff Strite avatar

    Satan Can't Handle The Truth Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Sep 7, 2009
    based on 65 ratings
     | 17,953 views

    Why is Satan a liar? Why can’t he seem to handle the truth? And what does that tell us about the truth that’s in Christ?

    (Enter wearing a military style outfit and address the audience as a drill sergeant might raw recruits. I even looked at one of our men and told him to “suck that stomach in soldier”) OPEN: You are gathered in this assembly hall this morning to begin your basic training as a soldier of Jesus ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Rick Crandall avatar

    The Lord's Big Lessons From Little Children

    Contributed by Rick Crandall on Mar 22, 2017
     | 11,431 views

    Jesus wants us to: 1. humble our hearts (vs. 1-4). 2. serve our Savior (vs. 5). 3. see the danger of disobeying God (vs. 6-9). 4. know the amazing assistance we have in Heaven (vs. 10). 5. see how to be saved (vs. 3 & 11-14).

    The Lord's Big Lessons from Little Children Matthew 18:1-14 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - May 22, 2016 *Well, it's now only 18 days until our first grandbaby is due, and I've been thinking about how much babies have to learn. Parents have to teach their children so much: How to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Effective Ministers

    Contributed by Bishop Prof. Julius Soyinka on Apr 27, 2017
     | 14,112 views

    How can we become effective ministers of Christ? How can we become an effective church? - As far as ministry is concerned, Apostle Paul is one of the most effective Ministers to emulate.

    EFFECTIVE MINISTERS Study Text: Colossians 1:24-29 Introduction: - How can we become effective ministers of Christ? How can we become an effective church? - As far as ministry is concerned, Apostle Paul is one of the most effective Ministers to emulate. - In many ways, by the grace of God, Paul ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Receiving The Power Of The Resurrection Series

    Contributed by Tim Smith on Sep 25, 2016
     | 5,307 views

    This sermon looks at how you receive the power of the resurrection for your life

    Receiving the Power of the Resurrection Isaiah 6:1-8 There are certain days we remember where we were when we heard the news. Sept, 11, 2001. Or January 28, 1986 when the Challenger disaster happened. Or November 22, 1963 as word was sent out across the nation: “President John Kennedy is ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist