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  • Brian Harvison avatar

    Business As Usual

    Contributed by Brian Harvison on Apr 12, 2008
     | 3,258 views

    A short sermon fictionalzing what it might have been like in the early church, showing us that the Apostles were normal men, and that everything we do should be done to the glory of God

    Business as usual Early Church Business Meeting I want us to imagine what an early church business meeting was like Lets imagine Peter was the moderator Ok I declare us in conference for discussion of this months business First lets hear our clerks report Brother Matthew Last month on the third ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Being Prepared To Be Prepared Series

    Contributed by James Kirkland on Jan 28, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 15,846 views

    God has a plan and He has prepared the people and the circumstances for it to come to pass.

    Being Prepared to be Prepared When you think about John the Baptist, what do you see in your minds eye? 1. Wild looking man out in the dessert calling people to repent and baptizing them in the Jordan River. 2. A man with a camel hair garment with a leather belt. Can you smell the wet dirty ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    The Confidence Of Love Series

    Contributed by Danny Nance on Mar 22, 2008
     | 3,973 views

    Series on 1 John: Love is the answer to our fears; a threefold look at love’s ability to conquer fear.

    The Confidence of Love 1 John 4:16-19 Textual Statement: John wrote to a group of struggling believers that they could find confidence in a love relationship with God. Sermon Idea: We do not have to live crippled by fear! Man hid from Nazis 32 yrs Interrogative: How can we possibly hope to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Cross Of Forgiveness

    Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Apr 2, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,723 views

    Sin is universal! When Jesus said, Father, forgive them... just what was He asking the Father to do...and is there any connection with us in the 21st century?

    Jesus said, Father, forgive them, for they do not know what they are doing. Luke 23:34 (NIV) Jesus answered him, I tell you the truth, today you will be with me in paradise. Luke 23:43 (NIV) Menelik was the king of Ethiopia from 1899 to 1913. He heard about a new device that could be used ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

  • James Chandler avatar

    Job Description For The Christian

    Contributed by James Chandler on Mar 19, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,209 views

    What is the Christian supposed to be doing with his life in order to please God? This sermon looks at the Great Commission that too often the "Great Ommission."

    I thought this week, what if preaching doesn’t work out and I need a second career. So I got on the internet and researched some careers and their job descriptions. Actor: Portrays role in dramatic production to interpret character or present characterization to audience: Rehearses part to learn ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Sign, Sign, Everywhere A Sign

    Contributed by Troy Horne on Sep 22, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,989 views

    The irony that those who should have recognized the signs of Christ’s arrival were completely oblivious while "foreigners" recognized them.

    Mt. 2:1-12 ”Sign, Sign, Everywhere a Sign” I want to begin by asking a question. How many wise men were there? Anybody venture a guess? We typically say three, don’t we? The truth is we don’t know exactly how many there were. But we tend to say three because there were three gifts that ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

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    Power And Pain Series

    Contributed by Dan Cale on Nov 28, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,676 views

    This is the fifth in a series of sermons looking at developing a deeper walk with Christ. It addresses the issue of spiritual goals. Paul’s wer to know Christ in the power of His resurrection and in the fellowhsip of His suffering.

    Going Deeper Pt 5 - Power and Pain Phil. 3:10 We have spent the last few weeks looking together at this idea of developing a deeper relationship with Jesus Christ. How many of you are still on board? How many of you are still pressing toward a deeper walk with God? Over the last weeks we have ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    I Can't Get Any Respect Series

    Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Jun 19, 2006
    based on 7 ratings
     | 3,513 views

    How can we get a hearing in lost society? How can we create in environment for effective evangelism? How can we project a true image of ourselves, and, more importantly, the God we serve? How can we defuse and influence a hostile society, family member

    I Can’t Get Any Respect (I Peter 2:11-12) 1. Take a minute and think about the answer to this question. 2. Can you think of two people who have significantly influenced Your growth in the Lord? 3. Take a moment to think. What was it about them that influenced you? 4. Did those people have ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    A Satisfying Summary

    Contributed by Jon Mackinney on Jul 29, 2010
     | 3,608 views

    When looking at the parables, we have to make sure we get the main points and don’t get lost in the details. Here is the main point.

    Passage: Matthew 13:47-58 Intro: I love summaries! 1. something really satisfying about gathering info and drawing conclusions. 2. we have been looking at the parables from Matthew for some weeks. 3. and we have found some repetition. 4. so here at the last of these parables in this ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

  • Steven Buhr avatar

    Get In The Game Series

    Contributed by Steven Buhr on Jan 19, 2011
     | 3,947 views

    People have different feelings about sports; they either love, hate, don't care, or don't know anything about them. The same feelings can apply when it comes to sharing our faith; we either love to, hate to, don't care to, or don't know how to. We need to get in the game

    Get in the game Jan. 9, 2011 • Do you like sports? Are you a sports fanatic? Are you involved in sports? • Playoff time in NFL – Seattle pulls off great upset against last year’s champion NO Saints. The Jets actually win a game that counts and move on… • Hockey – great time to be a Canucks ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Setting A Pattern Series

    Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Feb 10, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,463 views

    From the very beginning of his ministry, Jesus focused on the outsiders and called everyday people to be his disciples.

    Matthew 4:12-23 “Setting a Pattern” INTRODUCTION Several of us have found it necessary, during the past year or so, to look for a job. We’ve honed our resume, and been coached on our interview techniques. We have flooded the internet with notice of our availability, we have ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    What Not To Do In A Time Of Crisis Series

    Contributed by Patrick Nix on Mar 7, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 10,322 views

    God often leads His people into situations that do not make sense to us. His ways are not always logical. Our perspective usually includes the shortest distance between two points, while God plans for the best route from an eternal perspective. After G

    God often leads His people into situations that do not make sense to us. His ways are not always logical. Our perspective usually includes the shortest distance between two points, while God plans for the best route from an eternal perspective. After God had delivered Israel from Egypt, He led ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Perry Greene avatar

    Funeral Service For Unbeliever

    Contributed by Perry Greene on Apr 12, 2012
    based on 2 ratings
     | 33,500 views

    Funerals for the unbelieving is a difficult task for preachers. It is, however, an opportunity to be an encouragement to the family as we honor the good aspects of the deceased person's life.

    Song – No Tears in Heaven – Seating Guests Song – Home of the Soul – Family Enters and is Seated Congregational Song – Sing Hallelujah The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want. 2 He makes me lie down in green pastures. He leads me beside still waters. 3 He restores ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Yahweh And The Eagles Series

    Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Jan 28, 2013
     | 6,899 views

    If you learn to wait upon the Lord, you will find him a source of strength that can transform you into an eagle.

    Yahweh and the Eagles (Isaiah 40:27-31) 1.Do you know any Eagle Scouts? 2. I have been privileged to participate in a number of Eagle Scout ceremonies; it is something to be proud of. I respect young men who achieve such an honor. 3. The idea of describing an honored scout as an ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Gaither Bailey avatar

    Welcome

    Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Jun 24, 2011
    based on 3 ratings
     | 7,034 views

    Sermon for the 2nd Sunday after Pentecost

    Matthew 10: 40 – 42 / Welcome Intro: You’ve heard of the Dead Sea? It is so salty it contains no fish or plant life. There are no outlets. Water pours into it, but nothing flows out. --- The same can be said of some churches and even some Christians. It is possible for people to ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed