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  • Philip Grose avatar

    Giving Thanks In The Mourning

    Contributed by Philip Grose on Nov 24, 2004
    based on 74 ratings
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    We all struggle with the sin in our lives. Some days we wonder how we will ever measure up to the standards that God has commanded in his holy word. Paul came to the conclusion that it is only through Christ Jesus our Lord that we can hold on and propse

    “Giving Thanks in the mourning” The residents of Lane County, on the Oregon coast, woke up one morning to a devastating find. A forty-five foot, eight ton pacific grey whale had died and washed up on the beach near the town of Florence. It had been a while since such a large whale had washed up ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Revive In 2005 Pt. 4 Series

    Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Feb 9, 2005
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    For the church of Jesus Christ to be revived in 2005 we must get back to the historical way of attaining revival by repenting, forgiving and praying.

    MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK (REVISED: 2017) (Powerpoint slides used with this message are available at no charge. Just e-mail me at mnewland@sstelco.com and request - #235.) TEXT: 2 Kings 21-23; 2 Chronicles 33:1-16; 2 Chronicles 7:14 I love the United States of ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Don't Shut The Doors

    Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Apr 7, 2003
    based on 24 ratings
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    Worship takes many forms. Understanding why we do it helps with how we do it.

    THE PASTOR’S POINTS sermon ministry of CEDAR LODGE BAPTIST CHURCH Thomasville, NC a fellowship of faith, family and friendships --------------------------------------------- "Oh, that one of you would shut the temple doors, so that you would not light useless fires on my altar! I am not pleased ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Away In A Manger

    Contributed by William Mouser on Dec 28, 2005
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    Christmas Eve sermon; Develops the spiritual impact of the first Nativity by comparing the oldest nativity scene with a modern nativity scene.

    Psalm 96, Isaiah 9:2-7, Titus 2:11-14, Luke 2:1 - 20 Away in a manger The gospel lesson for the Feast of the Nativity shows us a scene that has become immortalized in Christian culture over the past 2,000 years. the nativity scene. Jesus is there in a manger, Mary and Joseph, the shepherds. ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

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    The Tower Of Babel

    Contributed by Owen Bourgaize on Aug 26, 2003
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    The Tower of Babel is a life parable telling of the dangers of the Spirit of the Age - Poverty of Spirituality and Pride of Life - and the chaos it brings which only Christ’s redemption can right.

    The story of the Tower of Babel is a sad description of breakdown of fellowship, growing isolation and confusion. It all results from human beings’ failing to live in dependence on God, becoming proud of their achievements and determined to be the source of their own security. That was the root ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Altar Of Incense Series

    Contributed by Stephen Sheane on Jun 3, 2011
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    This series of 6 messages looks at the design of the tabernacle as a template for drawing near to God. The Altar of Incense represents worship. In worship we are transported into God's presence, transformed by God's power and transfixed by God's glory.

    THE ALTAR OF INCENSE Let’s play a word association game. I will say a word and you say the first thing that pops into your head when you hear that word. Apple – Car – Husband – Donut – God … What came into your mind when you heard the word GOD. AW Tozer once ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

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    The Contrast Of Two Kings

    Contributed by Ron Tuit on Dec 30, 2012
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    The story of the Wise Men of Christmas shows the sharp contrast of two kings:King Jesus and King Herod. It also shows the sharp contrast of two Kingdoms.

    The Contrast of Two Kings of Christmas Matthew 2 I. King Herod WAS: A. preoccupied with power, prestige and possessions B. preoccupied with paranoia and self-preservation. II. King Jesus IS still: A. filled with promise. B. filled with peace and paternal glory: Nazareth: “the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Wisdom For Worrying Times

    Contributed by Rick Crandall on Jul 7, 2013
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    1. Be sure to listen to the Lord (vs. 18-20). 2. Rest in your relationship with Christ (vs. 21). 3. Always remember that Christ is close (vs. 22-23). 4. Commit yourself to live for Christ (vs. 24-25).

    Wisdom for Worrying Times Matthew 1:18-25 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - Dec. 12, 2012 INTRODUCTION: *Joseph was surely worried in the opening verses of this Scripture. Mary had been "betrothed" to Joseph. The KJV says "espoused" in vs. 18. We get engaged before we get married. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Poignant Purpose For Passionate Prayer

    Contributed by Donnie Martin on Jul 23, 2011
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    This message urges a return to passionate, powerful, and personal prayer, due to the tremendous needs of our churches and our world.

    Poignant Purpose for Passionate Prayer Text: Col. 4:2; James 5:16b Intro: In Paul’s letter to the Colossians, he urges them to “continue in prayer.” The word translated “continue” meant that the Colossians were “to give constant attention…unremitting ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    How To Be A Grace-Giver

    Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on Dec 27, 2011
     | 7,155 views

    Using texts from 1 Corintians 3:1-6, and 2 Corinthians 9:8-11, this message contrasts graceless behavior with that of a "Grace-giver."

    How to be a Grace-Giver 1 Cor.3:1-6, 2 Cor. 9:8-11 Intro: “Grace moments”, if we think hard enough we can remember some of them. These are the times when we either received grace from some gracious person, known or unknown, or times when we extended grace to others. I remember a ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Duane Smith avatar

    The Purpose And Design Of Marriage Series

    Contributed by Duane Smith on May 20, 2007
    based on 7 ratings
     | 9,960 views

    The purpose of this message is to outline God’s purpose and design for the family and to encourage the church to return to our godly foundation.

    THE BIBLICAL FAMILY: The Purpose & Design of Marriage Gen 2:18-25 INTRODUCTION: A. Psalm 127:1 Except the Lord build the house, they labour in vain that build it: except the Lord keep the city, the watchman waketh but in vain. 1. Like never before in the history of America, our families ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Tim Hedberg avatar

    The Through-It-All God

    Contributed by Tim Hedberg on Oct 18, 2007
    based on 3 ratings
     | 5,537 views

    Surrender all to God. Depend on God not ourselves.

    The Through-it-all God August 26, 2007 Jeremiah 1:1-10, It doesn’t happen very often but this past Monday at lunch it was happening. Deb was near the end of her rope with our 3 children. During the morning our 3 precious children had sucked out every ounce of energy and patience that their ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    "Sowing Seeds Of Service”

    Contributed by Ricardo Rodriguez on Jul 16, 2009
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    II Cor 9:7 “7Every man according as he purposeth in his heart, so let him give; not grudgingly, or of necessity: for God loveth a cheerful giver.”

    “Sowing Seeds of Service” 12/30/2007 – Marsing, ID, 5/24/2009 – Nampa, ID Ricardo Rodriguez – Pastor_rr@yahoo.com II Cor 9:7 “7Every man according as he purposeth in his heart, so let him give; not grudgingly, or of necessity: for God loveth a cheerful giver.” “Cada uno dé como propuso en su ...read more

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    Denomination: Apostolic

  • Dennis Davidson avatar

    Marked By Freedom Series

    Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Dec 2, 2009
    based on 36 ratings
     | 12,924 views

    Motive is what is dealt with, & the church today needs to examine the motive for our ministries. We know what we are doing, but do we know why we are doing it? Many a good work is ruined before God because of a bad motive.

    GALATIANS 6: 11-18 MARKED BY FREEDOM [2 Corinthians 11:18-33] The Holy Spirit inspired Paul to add these closing words to give one more contrast between the legalists & the Spirit-led Christians. The Spirit-led live for the glory of Christ, not the praise of man. Motive is what is dealt ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • David Cook avatar

    More Forgiving, Less Fault-Finding!

    Contributed by David Cook on Nov 14, 2009
    based on 16 ratings
     | 13,908 views

    God’s people should be known for being forgiving...not fault-finding!

    “MORE FORGIVING, LESS FAULT-FINDING!” INTRO: It is so easy to get into the trap of judging others unfairly! ILLUS: Chuck Swindoll told of his being at a pastor’s conference where he would be speaking. The first day there a man approached him and said how greatly he had looked forward to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist