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  • Ray Ellis avatar

    The Lifestyle Of Christ Followers

    Contributed by Ray Ellis on Aug 8, 2005
    based on 9 ratings
     | 4,924 views

    As Christ followers Paul instructs us how to walk and life a Christ honoring life. There are certain things we are to "put off" and certain things we are to "put on."

    The Lifestyle of Christ Followers Ephesians 4:25-32 For all Christ followers the Bible sets certain standards of living. Ephesians 5:15 says, “Be careful how you walk – not as unwise but as wise making the most of every opportunity because the days are evil.” When walking it is important to see ...read more

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    Denomination: Free Methodist

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    Prayer In A Humble Place Series

    Contributed by Peter Bines on Sep 6, 2005
    based on 44 ratings
     | 9,966 views

    Here Jonah finds himself in a humble place where through prayer he gets back on track with God. His experience in the great fish shows us how sin sinks the soul; how hope is found in the depths and how grace lifts us up, resulting in a re-born compassion

    JONAH CHAPTER TWO INTRODUCTION In the late winter of 1891, the whale-ship ’Star of the East’ was in the area of the Falkland Islands when it sighted a whale. Two boats were sent out with harpoons to catch and kill the creature. But the whale’s lashing tail overturned one of the boats spilling the ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Fulfilling Your God-Given Dream Series

    Contributed by Brian Atwood on Apr 3, 2005
    based on 139 ratings
     | 82,430 views

    Four essential attitudes for fulfilling your God-given dream. First sermon in four-part series, "Dreaming Big for God".

    William Carrey, considered by many to be the human catalyst behind the modern missions movement, used to say, "Expect great things from God; attempt great things for God." This month we’re going to talk about people in God’s Word who lived this very way of life; people who dreamed big for God. By ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Jesus Knew His Identity Yet Served With Humility Series

    Contributed by Richard Pfeil on May 17, 2005
    based on 9 ratings
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    Part 4 of the Lenten series on Jesus with this one focusing on Jesus’ humility and sense of self.

    Jesus Knew His Identity, Yet Served with Humility TEXT: John 13: 1-9, 12-17 Sunday, March 10, 2002 We do serve an awesome, wonderful and great God. However, when I experience me, Richard Pfeil, I find that I am not all that great. I know that might be surprising, but.......Unlike God, I have ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Christian Action

    Contributed by Mark Smith on Sep 26, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 22,940 views

    A sermon on helping to grow your Christian walk in the actions that you take as a Christian

    I. A. Christian Action: The action that characterizes a Christ-centered life. The relationship you have with Christ causes a “want-to” in you. You “want-to” be like Christ, therefore, you “want-to” show others Christ’s love, and you do that through your actions. 1. Christian action is ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    A Summary Of The Gospel Series

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Jan 28, 2007
    based on 23 ratings
     | 7,010 views

    In this sermon, Paul gives us a six-point summary of the gospel--the good news of God.

    Scripture In his commentary on Romans John MacArthur points out that a quick look at any newspaper or a passing glance at a weekly news magazine reminds us that in our world most news is bad and seems to be getting worse. What is happening on a national and worldwide scale is simply the ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    What Is "The Christ?"

    Contributed by Brian La Croix on Feb 14, 2007
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     | 2,617 views

    Message describing Jesus as the Messiah.

    What is “the Christ?” Matthew 16:13-20 February 4, 2007 We’re constantly bombarded with all sorts of ideas of who Jesus is. Some of them are on the mark, others aren’t. Listen to this quote: “I dig Jesus and so do many other witches. Its not his fault that Christianity is so confused today and ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    Narnia: The Only Cure For Dragon's Skin

    Contributed by Glenn Robertson on Nov 16, 2005
    based on 8 ratings
     | 7,333 views

    Jesus provides the complete cure for sin.

    The Only Cure for Dragon’s Skin Hebrews 9:14 NIV How much more, then, will the blood of Christ, who through the eternal Spirit offered himself unblemished to God, cleanse our consciences from acts that lead to death, so that we may serve the living God! Scientists are always looking for cures ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Freddy Fritz avatar

    The Wise And The Otherwise (Part 1) Series

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Nov 21, 2005
    based on 35 ratings
     | 6,534 views

    In order to know if you are truly wise or otherwise, you must first know what true wisdom is. In today’s lesson, James teaches two important truths about the nature of true wisdom.

    Scripture Warren Buffett is one of the greatest investors in our day. He is also the second richest man in the world, with an estimated worth of $44 billion. Buffett is so famous that a special edition of the Monopoly board game features him and his companies. A couple of months ago, in June 2005, ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    This Body Was Made For Walking Series

    Contributed by Jim Drake on Mar 26, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,612 views

    Because of who Christ is and who he has called us to be in His church, we must walk worthy of His calling.

    1. The first step to walking Jesus’ call is a worthy walk. 2. The second step to walking Jesus’ call is a well-disciplined walk (4:2-3) 3. The third step to walking Jesus’ call is a worshipping walk (4:4-6) EPHESIANS 4:1-6 One of the most memorable moments in a parent’s life is when your ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Freddy Fritz avatar

    Reasons For The Wrath Of God Series

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Mar 27, 2007
    based on 7 ratings
     | 8,751 views

    In Romans 1:19-23, Paul gives three reasons why every person born--with the exception of Jesus Christ--fully deserves the wrath of God.

    Scripture Let us continue our study in Romans 1:18-23 about the wrath of God. Last week in Romans 1:18 we noted several features about the wrath of God. Today, in Romans 1:19-23, we are going to see several reasons for the wrath of God. Let’s read Romans 1:18-23, noting that our text for today is ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Miracle Of Faith, Pt. 1 Series

    Contributed by Victor Yap on Apr 11, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,811 views

    Faih Alive and Kicking

    FAITH ALIVE AND KICKING (LUKE 5:17-26) Faith is alive and well in the 21st century. Science, technology and reason have not buried faith. Without faith, life is like a house without sunlight, window, or occupants; it will be a murky existence, all doom and gloom, and a leap in the dark. Without ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Jairus Series

    Contributed by Byron Harvey on Jul 16, 2003
    based on 116 ratings
     | 21,436 views

    This is a message I did on Jairus, an eyewitness of Christ. Each message in this series was prefaced by a dramatic monologue, which is included.

    Jairus MONOLOGUE (Stands behind a pulpit to face his congregation) How does a man deal with having his world rocked, not once, but twice in the same day? I mean, when you’re a “man of the cloth”, you’re supposed to have it all together, you know? You see people die, you’re supposed to have all ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

  • Victor Yap avatar

    Too Little, Too Late Series

    Contributed by Victor Yap on Jul 27, 2003
    based on 120 ratings
     | 13,799 views

    Parables of Eternal Life, Part 9 of 9

    TOO LITTLE, TOO LATE (MATT. 25:31-46) Shortly after the Pope had apologized to the nation of Israel for the treatment of Jews by the Catholic Church over the years, Ehud Barak, the leader of Israel, sent back a message to the College of Cardinals. The proposal was for a friendly game of golf to be ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Loving People And Using Things Series

    Contributed by Victor Yap on Jul 30, 2003
    based on 51 ratings
     | 5,386 views

    Jesus: Friend of Sinners, Part 7 of 7.

    LOVING PEOPLE AND USING THINGS (LK. 19:1-10) One of the greatest novels written, as well as my favorite Broadway musical, is Les Miserables, the story of Jean Valjean’s transformation from an uncaring and unfeeling man into a kind, noble, generous, sacrificial, and selfless man late in his life. He ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible