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  • T.J. Conwell avatar

    Romans, Part 21 Series

    Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Mar 9, 2011
     | 2,984 views

    Paul continues to describe the the Gentile that we are in a battle, a battle against sin and a battle to bring as many as we can to Jesus Christ. We must control our minds and become slaves to Christ in everything that we experience in life.

    Romans, Part 21 Romans 7:7-25 Introduction - Romans 7:4 – key point of bearing fruit … - Paul reminds us that we are to die to what used to control us - That is, to put off the things of this world and focus only on Kingdom issues - All that separates us from living a life for God ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Unintentional

    Contributed by Jerry Flury on Mar 20, 2011
    based on 9 ratings
     | 11,132 views

    We like to excuse many of our actions as “only mistakes” and “no big deal”. But God sees things differently as He speaks to us about our unintentional sins.

    Unintentional Numbers 15:17-31 Everyone is familiar with the statement of Steve Urkle, “Did I do that?” after unintentionally creating havoc. We have all heard someone say, "I’m sorry, I didn’t mean it" or "Forgive me, I didn’t know I wasn’t supposed to..." We ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Holey Lifestyle Series

    Contributed by Chris Mccarthy on Jan 4, 2011
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     | 3,976 views

    This series is a study of the seven deadly sins contrasted with solutions found in the Beatitudes from Matthew 5. This first sermon uses the Parable of the Sower to introduce the series.

    A Holey Lifestyle Seven Sins and Solutions Preached by Chris McCarthy at Northampton Church of Christ (nhcoc.com) on 1.2.11 *** Note to Sermon Centrists: I drew a lot of content for this sermon series from “Seven” by Jeff Cook. Read it for good measure. Isaiah 6:1 In the year that ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Spiritual L.s.d.

    Contributed by Robert Harmon on Jan 15, 2011
    based on 2 ratings
     | 3,322 views

    Lust, Sin, and Death! James warns us that there are consequences for our actions, and David's carnal sin is a vivid illustration of the damage a believer can cause to those around them!

    Introduction The Year was 1990, and we had a problem in our school. Someone was handing out little patches with cartoon pictures and symbols – like temporary tattoos. Only thing was they were laced with LSD! Acid! Talk about scary! It’s a terrible drug that is HIGHLY addictive and ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Romans, Part 4 Series

    Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Jan 17, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,508 views

    Concluding Chapter 1, we see how man's rebellion against God has the Lord handing us over to a depraved a wicked mind. This revelation demonstrates the bottom line of man's depravity and why we desperately NEEDED a Savior.

    Romans, Part 4 Romans 1:24-32 Introduction - Continuing on our study of Romans, we see Paul’s writings to the church - This letter is to the church in Rome, consisting of Jews and Gentiles - It is an encouragement, a constitution of HOW to live for Christ - Today, in 2011, we would be wise ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Leprosy

    Contributed by Kerry Dunn on Feb 11, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,875 views

    Put God in control put out sin

    LEPROSY scripture; lev.13:43-46 WHAT IS LEPROSY? a progressive infectious disease caused by a bacteria that attacks the skin, flesh, nerves, etc.; it is characterized by nodules, ulcers, white scaly scabs,if not treated will cause the wasting of muscles, deformities,mutilation, and the eventual ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    "The Abc's Of Gratitude"

    Contributed by Andy Grossman on Nov 19, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,545 views

    Four things that will help us grow in gratitude.

    “The ABC's of Gratitude” November 21, 2010 Romans 1:8-25 8 First, I thank my God through Jesus Christ for all of you, because your faith is being reported all over the world. 9 God, whom I serve in my spirit in preaching the gospel of his Son, is my witness how constantly I remember ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

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    Living Free

    Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Jun 28, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,051 views

    When God created us, he gave us freedom of choice. We can choose to believe in him or not. To sin or not. There is no gray area. To live in sin is to be a slave to sin. We are free to choose between two masters, but we are not free to manipulate the c

    Opening illustration: Play the ‘Finding Freedom’ video A father was talking with his rather rebellious son one day & said, "Every person who lives in the United States is a privileged person." The boy answered, "I disagree." And the father replied, "That’s the privilege." We have the privilege to ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Freed Series

    Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Jul 14, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,191 views

    Christ has set us free, and we are free to be all that we were meant to be.

    Romans 8:1-11 “Freed” INTRODUCTION In 1963 Martin Luther King delivered his famous, “I Have a Dream” speech. At the very end, he quotes and old African American spiritual and states that he hopes the time will come when everyone—regardless of their race, creed ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Bruce Ball avatar

    Let's Make A Deal!

    Contributed by Bruce Ball on Sep 22, 2008
    based on 24 ratings
     | 11,469 views

    A message about sin, using the old ’Let’s Make a Deal’ TV show. Text at www.sermonlist.com/2008.html. Communion message will be at www.sermonlist.com/communion.html.

    We all love to take chances, don’t we? Well, I should say that we all love to take chances as long as there is no perceived danger to us. The problem is that we cannot always see the outright danger that exists. For instance, many people love to go to the casinos and gamble a little of ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    Enemies

    Contributed by Anne Benefield on Mar 4, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,187 views

    Our greatest enemies are the traits within us that cause us to sin. We see those traits in others, can’t control others, and can find healing only in Christ.

    Enemies Mark 1:9-13; Psalm 25:1-10 The Reverend Anne Benefield Geneva Presbyterian Church, March 1, 2009 Introduction: Today’s scripture lesson is one of David’s psalms. In it he pleads for help from God against his enemies. Listen to how he describes the forces against him. Psalm 25:1-10 To ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Who Will Rescue Me From This Body Of Death?

    Contributed by Stephen Becker on Jun 15, 2008
    based on 19 ratings
     | 10,042 views

    What’s wrong with us? Why do we keep sinning, even if we hate sin? Let’s take a spiritual "x-ray" and let the Apostle Paul diagnose what’s wrong with us. Then the great physician will heal us!

    Who Will Rescue Me from this Body of Death? By Stephen H. Becker, M.Div., Ph.D(c) Romans 8:14-25 Shepherd of the Valley Lutheran—Yuba City July 6, 2008 Have you ever thought to yourself – "something is wrong with me...what should I do?" Maybe you’ve fallen on a wet slippery floor, like I did in my ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Bruce Ball avatar

    It Isn't That Bad!

    Contributed by Bruce Ball on Jun 30, 2008
    based on 16 ratings
     | 3,493 views

    This message details three facts. 1) We live in a world of evil, 2) We can receive salvation through Jesus Christ, and 3) The steps involved in changing. Full text / audio / and communion message will be found at www.sermonlist.com

    How many times in your life have you heard people say that nobody is going to tell them what to do? Many people have this false assumption that they are in control of their lives and they do just fine in the management of how they live. I say that is a false assumption, because every human is ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    Two Men, Two Destinies Series

    Contributed by Paul Barreca on Feb 22, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,084 views

    In the comparision of Adam and Christ, we see JESUS as our redeemer, overcoming in his death the destruction brought by Adam’s sin.

    Sermon Notes January 13, 2008 Two Men, Two Destinies Romans 5:12-14 “Was it fair for God to condemn the whole world just for one man’s disobedience?” The SCOFFER objects that if there was such a God, he would not be worthy of worship. The SCEPTIC wonders how such conferred guilt can be fair The ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Tooth Decay

    Contributed by Carl Finney on Aug 7, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,267 views

    A comparison of the danger of sin and the danger of cavities.

    Joh 5:14 Afterward Jesus findeth him in the temple, and said unto him, Behold, thou art made whole: sin (hamartanō sin meaning to miss the mark) no more, lest a worse thing befall thee. Protecting our teeth is very important. A cavity starts out very small, so small in fact that it is ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist