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  • Dr. Stanley Vasu avatar

    The Cross And The Message Of Hope To Mankind

    Contributed by Dr. Stanley Vasu on Jun 22, 2001
    based on 74 ratings
     | 9,381 views

    This sermon is about the message of hope through the sacrificial death of Christ on the cross to those in 1.SINS 2.SICKNESS 3.SORROW 4.STRESS 5.SCOURGE 6.SHAME 7.STRUGGLE

    THE CROSS AND THE MESSAGE OF HOPE TO MANKIND ******************************************************************** OUTLINE 1.SINS 2.SICKNESS 3.SORROW 4.STRESS 5.SCOURGE 6.SHAME 7.STRUGGLE THE MESSAGE THE CROSS AND THE MESSAGE OF HOPE TO ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Tasting Of The Goodness Of God

    Contributed by James May on Jan 2, 2005
    based on 41 ratings
     | 17,203 views

    When we have a right relationship with Jesus Christ, everything about life will be sweeter.

    Tasting of the Goodness of God by Pastor Jim May Has anyone here ever tasted Castor Oil? Good “stuff”, isn’t it? Well, it was good for what ailed you anyway! No one takes this wonderful medicine anymore because through the miracles of modern science we have discovered far more effective ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    The Serving Line, Part Ib Series

    Contributed by David Richardson on Oct 17, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,739 views

    What has God called you to be? What special gift do you have that sets you apart for the Gospel of God?

    Romans: The Line in the Sand Message Title: The Serving Line, Part Ib Scripture: Romans 1:1 Romans 1:1 Paul, a servant of Christ Jesus, called to be an apostle and set apart for the gospel of God- I. Introduction When I was in high school, every year, about two weeks before school started, we ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

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    The Pearl Of Greatest Price Series

    Contributed by Victor Yap on Dec 22, 2007
    based on 3 ratings
     | 3,781 views

    Parables for Seekers, Pt. 2

    THE PEARL OF GREATEST PRICE (MATTHEW 13:44-46) Some time ago, USA Today reported the results of a Roper Starch Worldwide survey of the wealthiest 1 percent of U.S. households – the 1 million households that have an annual income of at least $250,000 or a net worth of at least $2.5 million. They ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Steve Shepherd avatar

    Church Happenings

    Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Jun 5, 2007
    based on 63 ratings
     | 3,502 views

    In the first church, let’s take a look at what happened and how it relates to the church today. 1- the proclamation of the gospel 2- the persecution of the apostles 3- the proliferation of the church

    INTRO.- Church happenings. What is happening in our churches? ILL.- A group of women were talking. One lady said, “Our congregation is sometimes down to thirty and forty on Sunday night.” Another said, “That’s nothing, sometimes our group is down to six or seven.” An old maid added her bit, ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Jason Jones avatar

    Disguising Your Despising Series

    Contributed by Jason Jones on Feb 13, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,258 views

    Exposition of Haggai 1:1-11

    Text: Haggai 1:1-11, Title: Disguising Your Despising, Date/Place: NRBC, 2/18/07, AM A. Opening illustration: Against all those monks, who tried to think of the best ways to serve God, stood this one command: “Honor your father and mother.” Luther said, “Where will these poor wretches hide when in ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Carl Allen avatar

    The Sin Nobody Will Admit To Series

    Contributed by Carl Allen on Nov 10, 2009
    based on 30 ratings
     | 9,766 views

    9 of the 10 Commandments have physical evidence to show the sin committed. The 10th Commandment though is different, and those many people will commit it and not admit to it, because they see no evidence of their sin.

    The Sin Nobody will Admit to Exodus 20:17 Introduction Today, we come to the last of the 10 Commandments. In these Laws of God governing our daily living here on earth, we have seen that God has a high standard that He expects His people to strive for in life. I trust that as we have moved ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    "Born Losers – The Phenomenon Of Susan Boyle”

    Contributed by Andy Grossman on Apr 28, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,772 views

    Uses the example of Susan Boyle to show how God wants to make a winner out of us.

    “Born Losers – The Phenomenon of Susan Boyle” May 3rd, 2009 Psalm 113; Text, verses 7-8: “He raises the poor from the dust and lifts the needy from the ash heap; he seats them with princes, with the princes of their people.” (Show video) Susan Boyle has taken the world by storm. Here is this ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

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    What God Desires Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jan 14, 2001
    based on 160 ratings
     | 27,611 views

    The psalmist asked: "What is man that you are mindful of him?" This sermon asks, what is man that God should even want to spend time with him?

    OPEN: Recently, President Elect George W. Bush has been going through the process of having Congress approve his cabinet selections. During John F. Kennedy’s presidency, there was one member of his cabinet who had a unique relationship with the President: the Attorney General was his brother ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Deborah Prihoda avatar

    Building Blocks For Kingdom Living Part 2. Series

    Contributed by Deborah Prihoda on Nov 6, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,515 views

    The Beatitudes become building blocks upon which successful kingdom living is accomplished by all Beleivers.

    NOTE: Study materials used for this message were taken from the following: "The Message of the Sermon on the Mount" Stott; "The Complete Biblical Study Library" Matthew. Since Michael King’s message "Assurance of Salvation" which I used for reference on part 1 only named the first 3 attitudes, ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Ken Pell avatar

    Dragon Slayers (Part 1)

    Contributed by Ken Pell on Jan 24, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,557 views

    Through Jesus Christ we have victory over sin and evil; this sermon describes the nature and sources of that victory.

    DRAGON-SLAYERS! Rev. 12: 10-11, 17 Sermon Objective: Through Jesus Christ we have victory over sin and evil; this sermon describes the nature and sources of that victory. Supporting Scripture: Proverbs 24:16; Luke 22:31-32; Romans 8:31-39; 1 Corinthians 10:13; 10Then I heard a loud voice in ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

  • Terry Laughlin avatar

    Mother Appreciation

    Contributed by Terry Laughlin on May 10, 2015
    based on 1 rating
     | 14,028 views

    Motherhood is one of the most influential, powerful truths in the universe. When all is said and done, when we stand in eternity. If your a Christian, it is very likely, it was the prayer of your mother that touched the heart of God, that moved Him to grant favor in your life.

    Title: Mother Appreciation Theme: Enjoying God's Gift To Children Topic: A Compilation of Short Truths - That Warms the Heart Introduction: Today, let us just do something appreciative, something truthful and intriguing to the heart in regard to the value of a mother. Proposition: I would ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Jerry Flury avatar

    True Worship Series

    Contributed by Jerry Flury on Dec 2, 2014
    based on 5 ratings
     | 16,164 views

    Essential to the life and growth of any church is corporate worship. Corporate worship is a significant indicator of the true spiritual condition of a congregation. But what exactly should corporate worship look like?

    Church Essentials: Part Three True Worship - Acts 2:41-42 Essential to the life and growth of any church is corporate worship. We are told that the church "continued steadfastly in the apostles' doctrine and fellowship, and in breaking of bread, and in prayers". Corporate worship is a significant ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Landon Winstead avatar

    How To Deal With Anxiety Series

    Contributed by Landon Winstead on Dec 31, 2013
     | 5,854 views

    The Bible gives us tools to deal with anxiety.

    Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus. Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, ...read more

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    Denomination: Disciples Of Christ

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    “ye Canny Change The Law Of Physics”! Jesus Did, And He Did It For Us.

    Contributed by Gordon Mcculloch on Jan 31, 2014
     | 5,692 views

    “Ye canny change the law of Physics”!!! Here in the story of the loaves and the fishes, Jesus did. Recorded on all four gospels, it is a miracle with more powerful than credited; a miracle that is the basis of our lives being changed.

    This sermon was delivered to the congregation in St Oswald’s in Maybole, Ayrshire, Scotland on the 3rd August 2011: by Gordon McCulloch (A Scottish Episcopal Church in the Dioceses of Glasgow and Dumfries). Summary: “Ye canny change the law of Physics”!!! Here in the story of ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal