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  • Joe Harding avatar

    Easter Is A Party And Everyone Is Invited

    Contributed by Joe Harding on May 21, 2005
    based on 24 ratings
     | 11,369 views

    The gospel of Easter is that God has opened up Eternity for ALL who will believe in His Son Jesus Christ!

    EASTER IS A PARTY AND EVERYONE IS INVITED ACTS 10:34-43 MARCH 27, 2005 EASTER SUNDAY INTRODUCTION: Have any of you been watching the NCAA basketball tournament. Two of my Accountability partners are very happy. Chapel Hill is still in as of Friday night! Do you know what The NCAA tournament, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    One Soul Is Worth It!

    Contributed by Sherie Mercier on Feb 13, 2005
    based on 25 ratings
     | 5,047 views

    If we like Phillip, not get caught up in preaching the Word to masses, but go to one soul, it is worth it.

    1 SOUL IS WORTH IT Acts 8:1-8, 12-17 & 25-40 Today’s message is having to do with going after the one soul, the one life for Jesus. As believers, we should pursue the salvation of even one soul as we never know what that person’s life will bring about to the glory of God and to His kingdom. ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Part 5 - Evangelizing The People Series

    Contributed by Rev. Bruce A. Shields on Feb 25, 2005
    based on 14 ratings
     | 3,900 views

    Part 5 deals with our responsability to evangelize people and bring up disciples as Christ instructed us to do.

    FINDING PURPOSE Part 5 – Evangelizing People SCRIPTURE READING † Matthew 28:18-20 “Then Jesus came to them and said, “All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. 19Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in[a] the name of the Father and of the Son and of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Bible Church

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    You've Been Invited To The Wedding Banquet

    Contributed by Joel Pankow on Oct 10, 2005
    based on 36 ratings
     | 11,420 views

    This parable opens up the generosity of God’s grace to a world of sinners who wants nothing to do with it.

    October 9, 2005 Matthew 22:1-14 1 Jesus spoke to them again in parables, saying: 2 "The kingdom of heaven is like a king who prepared a wedding banquet for his son. 3 He sent his servants to those who had been invited to the banquet to tell them to come, but they refused to come. 4 "Then he ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Life-Giving Death

    Contributed by Scott Carmer on Mar 28, 2005
    based on 17 ratings
     | 5,826 views

    On Maundy Thursday, we remember that Jesus gave up his life to death, but it was a death that causes us to live.

    Life-Giving Death John 12:20-33 March 24, 2005 My wife has a friend whose name is Alex. Alex is 10 years old. She first met him when he was eight and began to attend her church with his parents and grandparents. One day, Alex told his mom and dad that he wanted to be baptized. So they came to ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Worship Passionately Series

    Contributed by Todd Stiles on Oct 25, 2006
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,305 views

    Let the triumphal entry teach us about what it means to have a "cup up" mentality about worship.

    “Worship Passionately” (Luke 19:28-44) I trust you have been praying about where you can serve…where and how you can give [hold up the “I’m Ready to Give” worksheet]. Eric will be standing by the ‘Serve’ banner after our services, so feel free to stop by and get connected to one of our ministry ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Don't Worry Be Happy

    Contributed by Greg Cooper on Nov 8, 2006
    based on 15 ratings
     | 4,365 views

    We can get up everyday and face the day and what ever it brings with out losing our joy.

    TITLE: DON’T WORRY BE HAPPY TEXT: I PETER 1:8 INTRO: A lot of people just cannot seem to shake the blues. Depression sets in on their lives and nothing seems to be able to pull them out. Every time you see them they have something that has gone wrong in their lives. We have a reason to be happy. ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Behind The Rock Series

    Contributed by Jerry Stepp on Mar 31, 2007
    based on 20 ratings
     | 10,179 views

    Message #5 of 6 leading us up to Resurrection Sunday. this outline is looking at 3 things Behind the Rock

    Behind the Rock Matthew 27:57-66 Easter Series Message #5 Pastor Jerry Stepp Adam Clark Commentary; But who can reflect on the state of the poor disciples, during the whole of the time in which our blessed Lord lay under the empire of death, without sharing their sorrows! When he expired on the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    12 Keys To Abundant Living: Don't Quit Series

    Contributed by Dan Cale on Apr 5, 2007
    based on 36 ratings
     | 12,134 views

    This sixth in the series deals with our propensity to give up on marriages, family, and jobs before God is done working.

    Fresh Start 12 Secrets for Abundant Living This week we are continuing in our series for the New Year - 12 secrets for abundant living. Remember that this whole series is based on 3 very important principles. 1. God has a plan for your life - Jeremiah 29:11 says “I know the plans that I have for ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    Sower Of Discord

    Contributed by Dan Cormie on Apr 22, 2007
    based on 21 ratings
     | 9,059 views

    A look at what happens in the church when we divide up into camps and start taking shots at each other.

    Dakota Community Church April 22, 2007 Sower of Discord Proverbs 6:16-19 These six things the LORD hates, yes, seven are an abomination to Him: A proud look, a lying tongue, Hands that shed innocent blood, a heart that devises wicked plans, Feet that are swift in running to evil, a false ...read more

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    Denomination: Mennonite

  • Charles McCall avatar

    Leave Your Graveyard Clothes In The Graveyard

    Contributed by Charles Mccall on May 2, 2007
    based on 21 ratings
     | 18,418 views

    What has you all wrapped and entangled up to the point that you can’t follow or serve the Lord?

    John 19:38-42 John 20:1-10 Topic: Leaving your graveyard clothes in the graveyard In these passage of scriptures, we read about Mary Magdalene, and the other women going to the sepulcher to anoint the body of Jesus Christ. About 3 days earlier, Jesus Christ was crucified on the cross on ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    True Riches Vs. Uncertain Riches

    Contributed by W. Alderman on Apr 12, 2006
    based on 18 ratings
     | 10,407 views

    It is so easy to "mess up" with money, but the Scriptures give us clear instructions on how to guard our stewardship.

    TRUE RICHES Vs. UNCERTAIN RICHES TEXT: 1 Timothy 6:6-19 W. Max Alderman INTRODUCTION: America has a standard for comparing the relative value of those things that are in the material realm. We use what we refer to as the Gold Standard. For ages people of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Vinnie Cappetta avatar

    Welcoming Jesus To Your Neighborhood

    Contributed by Vinnie Cappetta on May 14, 2006
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,747 views

    Jesus has moved into your sub-division. The challenge is to introduce Him to everyone else. Are you up for the challenge?

    Welcoming Jesus into Your Neighborhood John 1:1-18 Pinnacle of this passage v.14 Word became human and lived here among us! We know Jesus. We love Jesus and have a relationship with Him. His light benefits us in so many ways. The challenge we have is how to share that light with others (the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Treasury Of Wrath

    Contributed by Ronnie Brown on Jun 9, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 2,991 views

    For the hardened and haughty heart of the unrepentent sinner, God is heaping up a treasury of wrath to be poured out on the Day of Judgment.

    Treasury of Wrath (Romans 2:1-11) When I say the word “treasure” or “treasury” what is the image that comes to your mind? Do you picture a newly discovered ancient seaman’s chest filled with gold coins, priceless gems, and gaudy pearls? Maybe you think of a heavily protected national bank and its ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Brian Buriff avatar

    Ladle Of Love - When Did The Water Turn To Wine?

    Contributed by Brian Buriff on Jun 12, 2006
    based on 6 ratings
     | 4,260 views

    Cana (Marriage) miracles sometimes don’t happen in the barrel, but in the ladle – as love is served up and put into action

    I. REMEMBER YOUR WEDDING DAY? I remember ours – seemed perfect! A. Cana Wedding – Not Perfect, Had Problems 1. They ran out of stuff 2. Important to note that Jesus was present before trouble started, not after 3. Just because it’s Christian home, doesn’t mean wine can’t run out B. This ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God