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  • Scott Spencer avatar

    Death And Resurrection Of Lazarus

    Contributed by Scott Spencer on Apr 2, 2015
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    The resurrection of Christ from the grave is central to the message of Easter. But this Easter we’re going to back track in the life of Christ and focus on someone else that Jesus resurrected before His own death and resurrection.

    John 11:1–46 The Death and Resurrection of Lazarus 1. Now a certain man was sick, Lazarus of Bethany, the village of Mary and her sister Martha. 2. It was the Mary who anointed the Lord with ointment, and wiped His feet with her hair, whose brother Lazarus was sick. 3. So the sisters ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

  • Joel Smith avatar

    Lessons Learned From The Village Atheist

    Contributed by Joel Smith on May 25, 2015
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    Atheism has its reasons. This sermon examines the circumstances which contribute to the illogical choice for atheism.

    Lessons Learned from the Village Atheist (Open with image of Christopher Hitchens) Can you identify the man on the screen? This is the famous or infamous Christopher Hitchens. He died on December 15th of last year. Hitchens was a gifted writer who notably transitioned from early Marxist ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Eternal Life Is A Gift

    Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Sep 14, 2015
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    To show that sin pays and has consequences and it's ultimate consequence is death, but Grace is a gift, a gift of eternal life through our relationship (union) with the LORD JESUS CHRIST.

    I. EXORDIUM: Are you a believer? Yes. I have eternal life II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers/Unbelievers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that sin pays and has consequences and it's ultimate consequence is death, but Grace is a gift, a gift of eternal life through our relationship (union) with the LORD ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Philip Harrelson avatar

    Psalm 14 - The Folly And Future Of A Fool Series

    Contributed by Philip Harrelson on Oct 1, 2015
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    This message deals with the curses and calamities of atheism and what will ultimately be their end.

    THE FOLLY AND FUTURE OF A FOOL TEXT: Psalm 14:1-7 Psalms 14:1-7 KJV To the chief Musician, A Psalm of David. The fool hath said in his heart, There is no God. They are corrupt, they have done abominable works, there is none that doeth good. [2] The LORD looked down from heaven upon the ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Because Jesus Loves The Church Series

    Contributed by Pat Damiani on Oct 20, 2015
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     | 14,974 views

    It is impossible to love Jesus and not love His church

    Several years ago when one of our dogs, Gilbert, died, and our other dog, Jessie, seemed to be depressed, we made several trips to the Humane Society and the Pima County Animal Shelter to look for another dog. We have since learned that our other dog, Jessie, wasn’t depressed because Gilbert ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • William R. Nabaza avatar

    The Blessing Of The Lord

    Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Aug 29, 2014
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    To show that the blessing of the LORD is to be desired rather than wealth of this world.

    I. EXORDIUM: Do you want the blessing of the LORD? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that the blessing of the LORD is to be desired rather than wealth of this world. IV. TEXT: Proverbs 10:22 (Amplified Bible) 10:22 The blessing of the Lord—it makes [truly] ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    How God Turns Failure Into Favor Series

    Contributed by David Dykes on Oct 9, 2014
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     | 27,181 views

    Failure isn’t final and it isn’t fatal. God can bring you back from failure.

    INTRODUCTION This is the fourth message is the series from 1 Thessalonians which I’ve entitled, “Finding Hope in a Hopeless World.” In this message we’re going to talk about “How God Turns Failure into Favor.” I don’t even know if kids in school take home ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Are You Asleep In The Light? Series

    Contributed by David Dykes on Oct 9, 2014
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     | 17,195 views

    When you’re spiritually asleep it means you’re unaware of what God is doing right now in the world.

    INTRODUCTION One of the first church jokes I remember hearing is about the deacon who always went to sleep when his pastor started preaching. One Sunday, the pastor decided to play a trick on him. He started preaching, and sure enough, the drowsy deacon was soon sound asleep. The pastor said ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • David Dykes avatar

    The Defeat Of Satan’s Superman Series

    Contributed by David Dykes on Oct 9, 2014
    based on 3 ratings
     | 11,121 views

    Satan has power to perform miracles. Just because someone claims to perform a miracle, doesn’t necessarily mean they are from God.

    INTRODUCTION There have always been religious people who are a little wacky announcing that the end of the world is near. Somebody emailed me a joke about two preachers standing beside the road holding a sign that said, “The End is Near. Turn Yourself Around Before It’s Too ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Believing And Receiving Series

    Contributed by Brian Bill on Oct 30, 2011
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     | 12,280 views

    When we believe we will receive.

    Believing and Receiving 1 John 3:19-24 Rev. Brian Bill 10/30/11 Early Monday morning, a mother from PBC received a phone that every parent dreads. Mitchell Robinson, age 16, was in an accident and had gone to be with Jesus. As a church family we extend our love and support to the immediate ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Welcome To The Hood, Manhood Series

    Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Feb 13, 2015
     | 5,177 views

    Just as manhood has become difficult to understand due to the attacks of feminism, machoism, male chauvinism, prolonged adolescence, knowing what biblical womanhood can be just as difficult to understand.

    His Word, for Her World Modern Family of God Series (February Family Month) February 8, 2015 CFBC Chester, IL Dr. Mike Fogerson, Speaker Introduction: A Just as manhood has become difficult to understand due to the attacks of feminism, machoism, male chauvinism, prolonged adolescence, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • David Owens avatar

    Avoiding Temptation's Trap Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Jun 23, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 10,669 views

    In this sermon we learn how Joseph was able to resist the challenging temptation he faced from Potiphar's wife.

    Introduction: A. Let me begin by asking you: “What is it that is most tempting to you?” 1. I think it is funny to watch cats stare at a fish bowl or a bird cage – it is so representative of temptation’s attraction. 2. When I was a kid we had cats and they would sit and ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Extreme Makeover: Mind Edition

    Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Jul 12, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,819 views

    In the show Extreme Makeover: Home Edition, they take a needy family and transform their less-than-desirable home into something magnificent. Today I want to talk about not a home makeover but a mind makeover. But, instead of Ty Pennington holding the bul

    EXTREME MAKEOVER: MIND EDITION INTRODUCTION: Have you ever seen the show, Extreme Makeover: Home Edition? They take a needy family and transform their less-than-desirable home into something magnificent. Today I want to talk about not a home makeover but a mind makeover. But, instead of Ty ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Richard Tow avatar

    How To Live Right

    Contributed by Richard Tow on Sep 7, 2009
    based on 5 ratings
     | 8,313 views

    Our thinking drives our behavior. Rather than blindly accepting the trends in our society, Christians should allow their thinking to be shaped by revelation in the word.

    How to Living Right Romans 12:1-3 6-28-09 I begin this message today with an assumption. My assumption is this: Deep in the heart of every Christian is the desire to live right before God. I can’t imagine someone who is truly born again not wanting to please God. When the cry “Abba Father” comes ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

  • Richard Tow avatar

    Stewardship Of Our Words Series

    Contributed by Richard Tow on Sep 17, 2009
    based on 7 ratings
     | 15,857 views

    Stewardship is not only about how we manage our money; but we are also stewards of how we manage our tongues. The powerful influence of our words is examined in the light of James’ exhortation.

    Stewardship of Our Words James 3:1-12 6-29-08 Intro When I was about 8 years old my friends were joining the Cub Scouts. I wanted to be with them so I asked my mother if I could join too. I didn’t know why at the time; but she tried to talk me out of it. But then I would see my friends at school ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic