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  • Tom Fuller avatar

    Spiritual Paralysis Series

    Contributed by Tom Fuller on May 20, 2005
    based on 18 ratings
     | 22,143 views

    There are two main causes of paralysis in the Christian - attack of the enemy or lethargy of the spirit. Learn how to combat both.

    There are two dangers that we face as Christians - attacked by the enemy we become paralyzed - or not motivated to keep going we become lethargic. Paul finishes up his second letter to the Thessalonians by giving them some warnings about the present. He’s spent most of the letter warning about ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

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    Searching For Satisfaction

    Contributed by David Dewitt on Sep 15, 2005
    based on 21 ratings
     | 6,155 views

    true satisfaction can only come from a right relationship with God through Jesus

    Searching for Satisfaction Isaiah 55:1-2 and Matthew 5:6 August 7, 2005 Morning Service The year was 1734 and the place was a small village in Massachusetts called North Hampton. One minister became deeply concerned with the trials and problems facing the church throughout New England. To say the ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    A Commission To Complete

    Contributed by David Dewitt on Sep 21, 2005
    based on 11 ratings
     | 4,577 views

    Jesus gave the disciples the great commission and as the church we should be compelled to complete it!

    A Commission to Complete Matthew 28:16-20 February 27, 2005 Introduction How is that Jesus make an impact on the world? During the Second World War, a church in Strasbourg was destroyed. After the bombing, the members of this particular church went to see what was left and found that the entire ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    The Potter's House

    Contributed by Dana Visneskie on Oct 2, 2005
    based on 34 ratings
     | 17,038 views

    A message about the Potter and the clay. I give 4 points of what we learn about God and how He relates to us, enjoy!

    Title: The Potter’s House Text: Jer 18:1-6; Isa 64:8 Read Text!!! Pray!!! Introduction: - I found this story in Readers Digest that will direct us in were we are going this morning: An individual awoke one morning to find a puddle of water in the middle of his king-size waterbed. In order to ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Fred Mueller avatar

    The New Birth

    Contributed by Fred Mueller on Feb 20, 2005
    based on 14 ratings
     | 5,593 views

    A sermon looking into the visit of Nicodemus to Jesus under the cloak of darkness.

    Hillsborough Reformed Church at Millstone February 20, 2005 Genesis 12:1-4a, John 3:1-17 ¡§The New Birth¡¨ Surreptitious, sneaky, scared, apprehensive, unsure, clandestine. All these words apply to Nicodemus who approached Jesus late one night under the cover of darkness. Not many crimes ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    "A Proper Perspective"

    Contributed by Mark Hensley on Oct 31, 2002
    based on 34 ratings
     | 5,004 views

    We need a “Proper Perspective” about what matters most in life and the Apostle Paul will instruct us today about what God expects. When we know that, when we live like that we can look back on our lives with a sense of real accomplishment!

    Southern Hills Baptist Church November 3rd 2002 Philippians 2:3-4 “A proper motivation” By Pastor Mark Hensley 3Do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit, but in humility consider others better than yourselves. 4Each of you should look not only to your own interests, but also to the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Why Revival

    Contributed by David Rogers on Aug 2, 2005
    based on 10 ratings
     | 8,215 views

    This is a sermon that explains why we have a need for revival and what it is.

    Why Revival Hos. 6-2 Prayer Good morning everyone. I hope that God has blessed you this week in fact I know that He has because we are all here this morning. Next Sunday night we will be starting our revival. Some of you may be asking the question why are we having another revival. We just ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Sometimes Our Obedience Hurts Others Series

    Contributed by Pat Cook on Aug 4, 2005
    based on 8 ratings
     | 4,750 views

    5th in long series on Joshua. After doing a recap of the events so far, this shows the little-spoken truth: Sometimes, in order for us to obey God, we must hurt other people.

    Joshua 3:1-17 – Sometimes Our Obedience Hurts Others It was testimony night in the church. A lady got up and said, "We are living in a wicked land where sin is on every hand. I have had a terrible fight with the old devil all week." Then, her husband, who was sitting glumly by her side ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    How To Refresh Our Hearts In Christ

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jul 12, 2003
    based on 35 ratings
     | 4,812 views

    Refresh = To give fresh spirit or vigor, to renew, revive or reinvigorate.

    Refresh Our Hearts In Christ (Philemon 20) Refresh = To give fresh spirit or vigor, to renew, revive or reinvigorate. Illustration: Forty thousand fans were on hand in the Oakland stadium when Rickey Henderson tied Lou Brock’s career stolen base record. According to USA Today Lou, who had left ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Christmas Is Worship Series

    Contributed by Kerry Bauman on Dec 20, 2005
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,905 views

    Unbelievers and believers look at Christmas in very different ways. This sermon seeks to point out these differences.

    Christmas is Worship Text: Matthew 2:1-12 Introduction: Christmas isn’t just for Christians anymore. Nearly half of adult Americans report they personally know someone who doesn’t believe in God but will still celebrate the yuletide this year according to a survey of 1,001 people conducted by ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Landmine Of Neglect Series

    Contributed by John Slythe on Oct 11, 2006
    based on 8 ratings
     | 6,688 views

    The dangers of Neglecting your salvation.

    Landmines of Life 7 Landmines from the Book of Hebrews. A Landmine . . . - A tool of the enemy. - Leads to your ultimate destruction. - Undetectable without close observation. - Doesn’t need maintenance and can last for several decades. I learned this week that due to the large number of wars in ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    Respond Humbly Series

    Contributed by Todd Stiles on Oct 12, 2006
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,989 views

    This message explores the contrast of the Pharisee and the tax collector, helping us see why humility matters.

    “Respond Humbly” (Luke 18:9-14) Humility. It seems to be a distant character trait in our world today, doesn’t it? Even in our circle of churches, pride can creep in and become way too evident in our midst. Sometimes when I look around at our Christian culture, it reminds of this video… [Show ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    More Power

    Contributed by Jerry Flury on Oct 13, 2006
    based on 39 ratings
     | 10,708 views

    It is the heart cry of the need and desire for more power in the believer’s life. Without God’s power the church will have little if any impact on others. Why is it that some people don’t experience more power in their lives?

    More Power Mark 9:14-29 Introduction: Many get caught up in the desire for more money, more power, more influence, more prestige. Many who follow this pursuit profess to be dedicated Christians. What they fail to realize is that what they need and should desire most is more of the power of God in ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Qualifications Of Leadership In The Church

    Contributed by W F on Jun 21, 2006
    based on 7 ratings
     | 6,957 views

    Everything rises or falls on leadership. The qualifications of leadership in the church

    INTRODUCTION In many respects the appointment of leaders within a church can be perceived to be the dry, boring mechanics of how a church operates. But I want you to hear this. “Everything rises and falls on Leadership.” The success of any organisation – including the church – is directly related ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    : Three Important Factors Of A Healthy Relationship Series

    Contributed by Mark Perryman on Jun 22, 2006
    based on 10 ratings
     | 12,085 views

    Looking thru the song of songs and what it teaches us about relationships and sex.

    INTRO: This morning we are continuing our look through the Song of Songs. Just in way of review for those who were not here the last couple of weeks: Solomon lives in the 10th century. He’s the richest king in Israel’s history. He’s out looking over his vineyards when he meets a country girl, ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God