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  • John Williams III avatar

    Cornerstone Living

    Contributed by John Williams Iii on Jun 15, 2011
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     | 6,041 views

    Sometimes the passages that are easy to understand are the scariest.

    CORNERSTONE LIVING Text: I Peter 2:1 - 10 Mark Twain is quoted as saying , “Most people are bothered by those passages in the Bible which they cannot understand; but as for me, I always notice that the passages of Scripture which trouble me the most ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Graceful Waiting Series

    Contributed by Mac Hammond on Sep 9, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,951 views

    If you’re waiting on the promise of God, don’t feel condemned thinking you missed it somewhere. There is, however, a time to examine your heart.

    A. The Bible teaches that we are to be overcomers in every arena of life. That means that we are in a fight. The Bible’s says you’re going to have to fight the good fight in order to lay hold on eternal life. B. The term “eternal life” means more than the “timelessness of eternity” when we go to ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Lessons From The Golden Calf Series

    Contributed by Patrick O'loughlin on Feb 7, 2012
    based on 7 ratings
     | 32,051 views

    This sermon addresses how we can lose our passion for God and how we can get it back.

    Text: Exodus Chapter 32 Title: Lessons from the Golden Calf Introduction Exodus chapter 32 tells us about one of the darkest moments in the entire history of Israel. The people of God changed who they would worship Read text… “When the people saw that Moses was so long in coming ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Atheism Vs. Theism Series

    Contributed by Michael Dean on Jan 26, 2013
     | 4,537 views

    “In the beginning God…” The Bible does not attempt to prove there is a God, nor does it try to justify one’s belief in God. God is a first truth. The Bible teaches us where we came from, whom we came from, and what the reason for us being here is.

    Genesis 1:1a The first four words of the Bible are a foundational statement of faith and belief.  1In the beginning God Genesis 1:1 Faith - (Easton’s Bible Dictionary) Faith is in general the persuasion of the mind that a certain statement is true (Phil. 1:27; 2 Thess. 2:13). Its primary ...read more

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    Denomination: Mennonite

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    Fruit Versus Wine Series

    Contributed by Gary Stebbins on Mar 8, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,721 views

    A look at the Lord's Supper and God's provision for healing (Adapted from a CD series by John Paul Jackson called "Commion Effect.")

    Fruit versus Wine Communion Pt 2 Introduction Continue in the theme- becoming a Dangerous Church. We are called to be men/women who see w/eyes of the spirit and understand w/the mind- Kingdom of God 1Tim6:12 Fight the good fight of faith; take hold of the eternal life to which you were called ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    A Deeper Look: Verse 1 Series

    Contributed by Bobby Stults on Jul 8, 2014
     | 4,032 views

    A deeper look into the 1st verse of this letter...

    Sermon Brief Date Written: July 01, 2014 Date Preached: July 02, 2014 Where Preached: OPBC (Wed - PM) Sermon Details: Series Title: A Series in Jude Sermon Title: A Deeper Look: Verse 1 Sermon Text: Jude 1:1 [ESV] Introduction: 1Jude, a servant of Jesus Christ and brother of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Beth Garrod-Logsdon avatar

    The Choice Is Yours... Choose Wisely

    Contributed by Beth Garrod-Logsdon on Nov 10, 2008
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     | 16,495 views

    32nd Sunday Ordinary Time, Year A Joshua 24:14-24 & Matthew 25:1-13 Making a choice to serve God for the "long hull" is the most important choice of our lives.

    The Choice is Yours… Choose Wisely Joshua 24:14-24 & Matthew 25:1-13 One of the greatest abilities that separates humans from the rest of God’s creation is our ability to recognize alternatives, to weigh options and their possible consequences and then to make a informed decision. As we look ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Ready Or Not!

    Contributed by Scott Jensen on Nov 12, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,594 views

    There is no time like the present to prepare for the future. We don’t always have time to cram for the celebration that is sure to come.

    Ready or Not! Matthew 25:1-13 Introduction A young man applied for a job as a farm-hand. When asked for his qualifications, he said, "I can sleep when the wind blows." This puzzled the farmer, but he took a liking to the young man and hired him. A few days later, the farmer and his ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Joanna Rose avatar

    A Goal Worth Of Effort!

    Contributed by Joanna Rose on Jan 2, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,802 views

    This sermon speaks to a goal worth our time and effort, a goal we see modeled by the appostle Paul himself. That God would have all there is of... (fill in your name).

    Although I don’t always make New Year’s resolutions I do love moments in our lives when pause and evaluate who we are and who we would like to become. It is very easy in the busyness to keep on trekking along without ever stopping to examine where it is that we are headed. There are times when I ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

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    Looking Back, Gazing Forward

    Contributed by Chris Surber on Jan 27, 2010
    based on 3 ratings
     | 5,228 views

    A sermon for the annual meeting for casting vision in the life of the local church. Principals could be well adapted to another church.

    “Looking Back, Gazing Forward,” Genesis 9:8-17 Introduction One of the very special memories I have from my first trip to the Holy Land last year was that of swimming in the Dead Sea. It is a real adventure. First you head to pit which is filled with sticky and smelly mud. Against ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    "Partnership Is God’s Plan”

    Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Apr 9, 2024
     | 1,712 views

    God calls His people and His churches to work in partnership to spread the gospel.

    Paul had planted the church at Philippi on his 2nd missionary journey (Acts 16:12). The church had ended up being strategic in reaching Macedonia with the gospel. They had sent Paul several financial gifts (Philippians 4:15–18). And when they heard that Paul was in a Roman prison, they sent ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Nothing In All Of Creation

    Contributed by Mary Erickson on Jul 27, 2020
     | 3,393 views

    When the love of God through Christ Jesus our Lord is the treasure buried deep in our heart, nothing in all of creation can shake our faith and resolve.

    July 26, 2020 Hope Lutheran Church Pastor Mary Erickson Romans 8:26-39; Matthew 13:31-33, 44-52 Nothing in All of Creation Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. “The kingdom of heaven is like treasure hidden in a field, which ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Robert Butler avatar

    #2 Reconcile Series

    Contributed by Robert Butler on Apr 14, 2020
     | 2,256 views

    Conflict is a catalyst for growth in Christians because we called to be more. Conflict leads to holiness.

    READ as the INTRO 15 The Son is the image of the invisible God, the firstborn over all creation. 16 For in him all things were created: things in heaven and on earth, visible and invisible, whether thrones or powers or rulers or authorities; all things have been created through him and for him. 17 ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    God Saw Me Series

    Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Jul 3, 2019
     | 4,361 views

    My ancestors were not monkeys. I am created by God. I am unique and awesome. I am proud of my being, why? the answer is found in this sermon.

    Text: Psalm 139:16 Theme: “You saw my unformed body” Greetings in the name of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. I am happy that the Lord has given me the opportunity to preach this morning on the theme ‘the foreknowledge of God’ under that broad theme we were meditating on various perspectives. ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Our Core Values Series

    Contributed by Floyd Steverson on May 10, 2017
     | 9,948 views

    Part 3 of the 4 Part Series titled, "Who Are We?" Mission - Vision - Core Values - Purpose

    WHO ARE WE? - PART 3 - OUR CORE VALUES Luke 12:31 “But seek His kingdom, and these things will be provided for you. 32 Don’t be afraid, little flock, because your Father delights to give you the kingdom. 33 Sell your possessions and give to the poor. Make money-bags for yourselves that won’t grow ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist