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  • Pastor Dre avatar

    Camped Outside Of Canaan

    Contributed by Pastor Dre on Apr 21, 2014
    based on 5 ratings
     | 19,628 views

    Here is a sermon encouraging us not to get comfortable in the Things of God...

    Camped outside of Canaan Numbers 32:1 Numbers 32:1 Complacent - 1. pleased, especially with oneself or one's merits, advantages, situation, etc., often without awareness of some potential danger or defect; self-satisfied: 2. pleasant; complaisant. How many here don't want to be complacent in ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Dark Side Of Power Series

    Contributed by Victor Yap on Jun 13, 2004
    based on 29 ratings
     | 9,527 views

    David, Pt. 4 of 15

    THE DARK SIDE OF POWER (1 SAMUEL 19:1-24) One of the most educated, talented and charismatic seminary graduates I know taught me all I care to know about power and ambition. He is gifted in languages – English, Mandarin and Cantonese, preaching and teaching. His alma mater is one of the finest ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Tony Searles avatar

    How To Have A Winning Attitude! Part Iii Series

    Contributed by Tony Searles on Feb 23, 2004
    based on 14 ratings
     | 4,372 views

    We finish up our attitude adjustment with the last peice of advice from Paul in Philippians 4:4-9 with giving attention to the FOCUS of our Attitude. Think on these things...

    ILLUSTRATION: Today, upon the bus I saw a lovely maiden with golden hair; I envied her because she looked so fine and wished I was as fair. And suddenly, as she arose to leave, I watched her hobble down the aisle. She had on leg and wore a brace, but as she passed?a smile. O God, forgive me when ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    24 Karat

    Contributed by Joseph Smith on Apr 22, 2001
    based on 81 ratings
     | 4,728 views

    For our Remembrance Sunday, when we honor the memories of those members who died since Easter a year ago. God refines each life so it is prepared to receive something imperishable, undefiled, and unfading.

    There have been hints of late that something shiny would be nice. No outright demands, you understand, and no whining. Just a hint that as our wedding anniversary approaches, a little chip of something shiny might be appreciated. Now fortunately we are not yet at the fiftieth year, so it will ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Rick Gillespie- Mobley avatar

    Greatness Waiting To Happen

    Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Feb 7, 2001
    based on 54 ratings
     | 9,111 views

    God sees us as greatness waiting to take its form.

    Greatness Waiting To Happen 1/22/ 94 Exodus 12:31-42 John 12:23-28 When you get up and look in the mirror each morning what do you see? Do you see a person who can’t wait to change his or her appearance in order to be more presentable to the world, or do you see what God sees. God ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Four Gardens Of Life

    Contributed by Douglas Phillips on Jul 13, 2001
    based on 86 ratings
     | 25,534 views

    Ravi Zacharias’ book "Jesus Among other Gods" gave the idea for this Easter sermon. It looks at four gardens, Eden, the desert, Gethsemene, and the garden where the tomb was and relates each garden to a time in our lives.

    Four Gardens of Life Introduction: One of the things that I look forward to in the spring is planting our gardens. Leslie and I are starting to put away some money for plants. She is telling me some things that she would like to do with the flowers, and I have been telling her some things I ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Matt Day avatar

    Towards A Celebration Lifestyle Series

    Contributed by Matt Day on Aug 22, 2004
    based on 49 ratings
     | 19,425 views

    Study on Nehemiah 12, identifying the significance, process and fruits of celebrating God’s work in our lives.

    Celebrate! – Nehemiah 12 Kids celebration message : What has been the best thing happened in your week? What has been the worst thing? It’s easy to be thankful when nice things happen, harder to be thankful to God when not so nice things happen. It says in bible – give thanks in all circumstances ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Wise Or Otherwise? Series

    Contributed by Douglas Dudley on Jul 25, 2005
    based on 8 ratings
     | 4,339 views

    IT SEEMS THE CHRISTIANS IN JAMES’ DAY WAS HAVING TROUBLE DECIDING BETWEEN TWO TYPES OF WISDOM. DO WE HAVE THAT PROBLEM TODAY?

    Wise and Otherwise Text: James 3:13-17 Introduction. Sometimes late at night, it’s hard to find a good movie to watch. The other night, as I manned my remote to look at the listings, I noticed a movie called “Dumb and Dumber”. If you’ll remember back to the time when we were kids on the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Jason Cole avatar

    The Tragedy Of The Unopened Gift Series

    Contributed by Jason Cole on Dec 28, 2005
    based on 49 ratings
     | 30,060 views

    Everyone is given gifts and talents to use for the upbuilding of the Kingdom, and we need to do our best to use those gifts and not waste them

    “Tragedy of the Unopened Gift” Introduction: The Antiques Road Show is an interesting television show to watch. Every now and then on the show a person will come in with something they have had for many years, maybe a family heirloom that they thought was worthless, and a antique expert will ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Dark Side Of Power

    Contributed by Victor Yap on Jun 28, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,747 views

    David, Pt. 4

    THE DARK SIDE OF POWER (1 SAMUEL 19:1-24) One of the most educated, talented and charismatic seminary graduates I know taught me all I care to know about power and ambition. He is gifted in languages – English, Mandarin and Cantonese, preaching and teaching. His alma mater is one of the finest ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Brian Bill avatar

    Why People Stumble Over Christ Series

    Contributed by Brian Bill on Sep 28, 2008
    based on 16 ratings
     | 29,129 views

    Jesus is either a Rock of Refuge or a Stumbling Stone. Sermon uses three "stumbling stones" -- Sinner, Savior and Simple.

    Why People Stumble Over Christ Romans 9:30-33 Rev. Brian Bill 9/28/08 Do you know what a caricature is? One definition says that it’s “a representation, especially pictorial or literary, in which the subject’s distinctive features or peculiarities are deliberately exaggerated to produce a comic ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Norman Lawrence avatar

    Missions - The Heartbeat Of God

    Contributed by Norman Lawrence on Nov 23, 2009
    based on 10 ratings
     | 44,226 views

    8 Point Message with each point building off the word "MISSIONS" as an acrostic - Used originally as a Faith Promise (Missions) message.

    Today, we are going to take some time to focus on something that I believe is at the very core, or heartbeat of God, and it is Missions. I will be sharing some scripture throughout this message which will bring out this fact, and also will be encouraging each of us to make it our prayer and ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Being With God

    Contributed by David Flowers on Feb 5, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,067 views

    In this stand-alone message, an introduction to the new series Love Without Limits, Dave explains the power of simply being present to God.

    Being with God Wildwind Community Church David Flowers December 27, 2009 Remember dating when you were a teenager? Yes, let's talk about that horrifically awful time. All the awkwardness, the constant self-analysis, always asking yourself if you're doing okay, saying the right thing, not eating ...read more

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    Denomination: Free Methodist

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    Introducing Opposition Series

    Contributed by Jim Drake on Feb 14, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,079 views

    Anytime you step out in leadership, you will face opposition. Since that is the case, it’s important to know what you’re up against and how to overcome it.

    http://brushforkbanner.blogspot.com/ Some people will tell you that there are no guarantees in life. Well, I’m not going to do that. I will make you an iron-clad guarantee tonight. This guarantee is as sure as I’m standing here. I’m not a betting man and I wouldn’t want you to make bets. But ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Where Have All The Good Men Gone?

    Contributed by Damon Rambo on Apr 4, 2008
    based on 5 ratings
     | 7,563 views

    Genesis Chapter 14. An Expository review of the traits of Abram (Abraham), and how our modern men fall far short.

    Where Have all The Good Men Gone? Genesis 14 Ya know, Men have gotten a pretty Bad rap here in the United States. Every where I look, it seems like the role of the Man is being attacked and belittled by the culture, by our media, and even by our government officials. Single women are told, that ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist