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  • Denn Guptill avatar

    Get A Life- / Group

    Contributed by Denn Guptill on Dec 5, 2000
    based on 147 ratings
     | 8,060 views

    This sermon was preached to introduce our LIFE Groups to the congregation

    They were the ultimate church plant. They started with 11, grew to 120, then to 3000. Not bad, as a matter of fact very good. But how did they do it? I guess that question has to be asked by anyone who is even remotely interested in church growth. What was the secret that they had that allowed ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    One Is The Loneliest Number Series

    Contributed by Larry Thompson on Sep 9, 2003
    based on 54 ratings
     | 5,997 views

    What does the Bible say about loneliness? What are key biblical principles that I should apply to develop meaningful friendships in my life?

    DEALING WITH OUR EMOTIONS – PART FOUR “ONE IS THE LONELIEST NUMBER!” GENESIS 1:26 ©LARRY L THOMPSON (2003) Introduction: Today’s Emotion Quotient tackles the feeling of loneliness. Loneliness is an emotional condition few people will admit to in polite conversation. The reason is that we think ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    "Assailing The Gates"

    Contributed by Clark Tanner on Feb 6, 2004
    based on 28 ratings
     | 4,704 views

    The church doesn’t exist to protect the camp; but to move against the foe.

    “…I will build My church; and the gates of Hades shall not overpower it” This statement by Jesus, in context, is a response to Peter’s confession of Him as the Christ, the Son of the Living God, there in Matthew 16:16 A proper exegesis of this passage would have to include the whole passage, ...read more

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    Denomination: Orthodox

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    How To Approach Decision Making Series

    Contributed by David Elvery on Jan 8, 2006
    based on 25 ratings
     | 20,605 views

    Looking at how Jesus made decisions

    Making Good Decisions - Luke 6:12-15 Gladstone Baptist Church - 14/11/04 What do you do when you are facing a large decision? It may be a decision about your career. Do I pursue a promotion or not? Should I look for another Job? Should I get a job? For you students, maybe you have to decide ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Jesus, A Man On A Mission

    Contributed by Joel Pankow on Jan 21, 2005
    based on 38 ratings
     | 11,388 views

    how Jesus fulfilled his mission and struggled with his mission as Messiah

    January 23, 2005 Isaiah 49:1-6 Listen to me, you islands; hear this, you distant nations: Before I was born the LORD called me; from my birth he has made mention of my name. He made my mouth like a sharpened sword, in the shadow of his hand he hid me; he made me into a polished arrow and ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    I Wannabe A Wannabe

    Contributed by Bill Sullivan on Mar 27, 2006
     | 2,603 views

    The "want-to" is the fuel of our spiritual growth, and God stands willing and able to provide the wannabe to us.

    I wannabe a wannabe TCF Sermon March 26, 2006 Now admit it. Some of you are like me, and the past few weeks, you’ve spent more than a few hours in front of the TV set, or maybe even somewhere in person, watching basketball games, because this is your favorite season of the year. Basketball fan ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Faith, Entropy, And You

    Contributed by Joe Lunsford on Oct 28, 2010
     | 4,557 views

    Entropy may be a scientific definition, but definitely something the church should be aware of!

    Faith, Entropy, and You 1 Samuel 14:1-13 The Second Law of Thermodynamics states: “All matter works towards greater disorder-not greater order.” Meaning: A system left to itself will over the course of time deteriorate unless an outside force is exerted upon that system thereby ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

  • Michael Luke avatar

    Facing The New Year In A New Way Series

    Contributed by Michael Luke on Mar 2, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 9,776 views

    God promises to do a new thing within us. Here are four new things we can look forward to in the new year

    TEXT: ACTS 16:1-15 TITLE: “FACING THE NEW YEAR IN A NEW WAY” (updated for 2008) OPEN: A. It’s almost February. Why are talking about the New Year? --Isn’t the newness of the new year kind of wearing off? 1. I’ve found that talking about the new year ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Reform School For The Spirit Series

    Contributed by David Flowers on Jun 30, 2006
     | 2,756 views

    Life Management 101, part 2. Dave deals with eight essential spiritual disciplines we must pursue to become like Christ. Eight disciplines taken from "So You Want to Be Like Christ?" by Charles Swindoll.

    Reform School for the Spirit Life Management 101, part 2 Wildwind Community Church David Flowers June 25, 2006 What is spirituality? You could define spirituality, in general, as those parts of us that desire fulfillment, passion, purpose, and a sense of being part of something greater than ...read more

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    Denomination: Free Methodist

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    21 Revelations On Experiencing The Glory Of God In Our Lives

    Contributed by Dr. Stanley Vasu on Aug 6, 2006
    based on 24 ratings
     | 46,700 views

    THIS SERMON IS ABOUT THE 21 REVELATIONS WHICH WOULD HELP US EXPERIENCE THE GLORY OF GOD IN OUR LIVES

    21 REVELATIONS ON EXPERIENCING THE GLORY OF GOD IN OUR LIVES ************************************************************************************ 1.THE LORD HAS A BRIGHT FUTURE FOR HIS PEOPLE AND HIS CHURCH. HIS GLORY WILL BE GREATER IN HIS CHURCH IN THESE LAST DAYS . WE MUST NOT CLING TO PAST ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Grace, Grace, God’s Wonderful Grace

    Contributed by John Lowe on Sep 7, 2016
     | 11,839 views

    I have never yet invited anyone to sleep through a sermon, though I have seen some do it on their own, but I do want you to listen and rest in the Lord through this one.

    9/4/2016 Grace, Grace, God’s Wonderful Grace Tom Lowe Text: Psalm 91:1-7; Mark 4:35-41 The first thing I want to share with you is about sleeping in the back of the boat. That is what Jesus did in the well-known passage of Mark 4:25-41. But listen to Psalms 91 first to hear how God invites ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    God's Gift Of Rest Series

    Contributed by C. Philip Green on Apr 19, 2017
     | 5,620 views

    Take one day off a week to gain perspective and be more productive.

    Quick, do the math: A bat and a ball cost $1.10. The bat costs one dollar more than the ball. How much does the ball cost? If you came up with 10 cents, you’re in good company. That’s the answer most people come to. It’s intuitive, appealing, but WRONG! Do the math. If the ball costs 0.10 ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

  • Brad Bailey avatar

    Connecting To New Life (We Are Better Together)

    Contributed by Brad Bailey on Sep 11, 2018
     | 3,762 views

    Connecting to New Life (We Are Better Together) Brad Bailey – September 9, 2018

    Connecting to New Life (We Are Better Together) Brad Bailey – September 9, 2018 Intro It’s great to see you this morning… and to be together. I imagine that if asked “WHAT did you come to?”…when you came to church this morning…and “WHY did you come here this morning?”… there would be a variety of ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Rick Crandall avatar

    Alone And Outnumbered -- What Should I Do? Series

    Contributed by Rick Crandall on May 21, 2018
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,939 views

    1. Know that we will face the same feelings (vs. 15-16). 2. Be properly provoked about lost people (vs. 16-18). 3. Tell the truth about Jesus to everyone you can (vs. 17-21). 4. Remember that we are never really alone (vs. 34).

    Alone and Outnumbered -- What Should I Do? The Book of Acts - Part 58 Acts 17:15-21 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - September 14, 2014 BACKGROUND: *Here in God's Word, Paul was alone in Athens, and he has some things to teach us about being alone. But before we read Acts ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Warning: I’m Under Construction Message – “construction On Character” Series

    Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Aug 31, 2014
     | 15,809 views

    How does God grow the character of Jesus in us? Peter shares his process for growing in Christlikeness.

    Warning: I’m Under Construction Message – “Construction on Character” We’re beginning a 4-part series today called: “Warning: I’m Under Construction”. That title is a light-hearted way of suggesting that all of us are like a building not yet ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational