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  • Dr. Craig Nelson avatar

    Incarnational Ministry

    Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Dec 29, 2000
    based on 132 ratings
     | 3,758 views

    A challenge to fulfill the Great Commission

    “In the beginning the Word already existed. He was with God, and he was God. He was in the beginning with God. He created everything there is. Nothing exists that he didn’t make. Life itself was in him, and this life gives light to everyone. The light shines through the darkness, and the darkness ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    3d - Pt. 1 - Surrounded Series

    Contributed by Steve Ely on Aug 24, 2019
    based on 1 rating
     | 8,776 views

    Is our world restricted to what we can see? What if there was another dimension? Activity . . . but we only catch glimpses. We need to open our eyes and see the unseen.

    I. Introduction Out of sight . . . out of mind can be more than just a statement about forgetfulness. It can also be a dangerous and costly spiritual condition. I can remember growing up hearing this statement about church folks . . . "They are so heavenly minded that they are no earthly ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Who's Your One

    Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Oct 19, 2019
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     | 3,716 views

    A challenge to share your faith.

    The May 9, 2019 edition of the Baptist Record has this story on page 8, “Church Rolls Continue Downward Trend, Survey Says.” This means: “In our state (the most “churched” state in the Union), we have over 50% of the population not connected with anyone’s church (anyone’s!!), while, our churches ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Greatest Generation

    Contributed by Philip Harrelson on Jan 30, 2009
    based on 5 ratings
     | 7,254 views

    A New Year’s challenge.

    THE GREATEST GENERATION TEXT: Joshua 1:1-9 Joshua 1:1 9 -- “Now after the death of Moses the servant of the LORD it came to pass, that the LORD spake unto Joshua the son of Nun, Moses’ minister, saying,” “Moses my servant is dead; now therefore arise, go over this Jordan, thou, and all this ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Why Peter Failed

    Contributed by Steven Kellett on Mar 18, 2016
    based on 1 rating
     | 8,185 views

    Peter failed because he ignored Jesus warning and slept when he should have been preparing (praying).

    Luke 22:31-34: 31"Simon, Simon, Satan has asked to sift you as wheat. 32But I have prayed for you, Simon, that your faith may not fail. And when you have turned back, strengthen your brothers." 33But he replied, "Lord, I am ready to go with you to prison and to death." 34Jesus answered, "I ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

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    There Is A War Going On Series

    Contributed by Edward Hardee on May 15, 2008
    based on 14 ratings
     | 16,833 views

    Gives a clear understanding of the Spiritual war that is going on around us.

    As with all the sermons I put online, no sermon is original, yet I believe that material gathered is unique. "For though we live in the world, we do not wage war as the world does. The weapons we fight with are not the weapons of the world. On the contrary, they have divine power to demolish ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Fairy Tales 3 - Three Billy Goats Gruff Series

    Contributed by Steve Ely on Jan 23, 2022
     | 2,953 views

    We learned them as children, but did we learn from them? There is truth wrapped up in these tales!

    I. Introduction These are the stories we learned as children and perhaps now you are in turn telling the same tales to your children or grandchildren. These stories were told by our teachers or at our bedtime to help us drift off to sleep. These tales taught us morals. However, unknown to many of ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Embracing Truth For Spiritual Growth 1 Timothy 4:6-7 Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Apr 24, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 568 views

    1 Timothy 4:6-7 inspires a deeper commitment to truth and godliness in our lives, leading to spiritual growth and a stronger witness for Christ.

    Embracing Truth for Spiritual Growth 1 Timothy 4:6-7 Introduction: Today, we explore the profound impact of truth on our spiritual journey, drawing insights from Paul's letter to Timothy. In 1 Timothy 4:6-7, Paul encourages Timothy to embrace truth and reject falsehoods, guiding us towards ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Developing A Faith That Really Works! Series

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Oct 26, 2005
    based on 14 ratings
     | 7,291 views

    To help you determine the authenticity of your faith, James gives two spiritual litmus tests in James 2:14-26. James gives two very practical and challenging marks of genuine faith.

    Scripture In research done by Darley and Batson at Princeton Theological Seminary in 1973, a group of theology students was told that they were to go across campus to deliver a sermon on the topic of the Good Samaritan. As part of the research, some of these students were told that they were late ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Geneis: Where It All Began Series

    Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Mar 4, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,361 views

    This is the first sermon in a series called Old Testament Challenges. I begin with the story of Alex Haley and "Roots". We all have "roots" and Gesnesis is where we find our spiritual roots. It is an overview.

    In Jesus Holy Name February 24, 2008 Text: Genesis Redeemer “Genesis: Where It All Begins” He was only a boy when he was raised in Henning, Tenn. His best years, he claims, were spent at His grandmother’s knees. She told Him stories ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Inertia: State Of Motion

    Contributed by Roger Nelmes on Jan 29, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,043 views

    The challenge I present to you today isn’t about scientific inertia, but rather spiritual inertia…and although today it is geared toward our young people, this principle relates to all of us.

    Inertia: State of Motion Every body perseveres in its state of being at rest or of moving uniformly straight ahead, except insofar as it is compelled to change its state by forces impressed. [Cohen & Whitman 1999 translation] Definition: "… a body at rest will remain at rest and a body moving ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Develop A Rule Of Life Series

    Contributed by David Flowers on Mar 7, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,691 views

    Eighth and last in the series Emotionally Healthy Spirituality, this message challenges listeners to begin developing a "rule of life" -- a personal, intentional, handcrafted set of guidelines for how to live . This is the way we stay connected to God in

    Develop a Rule of Life Emotionally Healthy Spirituality, prt. 8 Wildwind Community Church November 28, 2010 David Flowers 1 Cor. 7:35 A couple of weeks ago when we talked about the Sabbath and the Daily Office, I spent the first eight or nine minutes of the message reviewing the routines that ...read more

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    Denomination: Free Methodist

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    Rejoicing Over God’s Word Series

    Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Jul 11, 2011
    based on 46 ratings
     | 47,725 views

    Nehemiah chapter 8 records one of the most spectacular celebrations of the work of God in the O.T. The spiritual renewal of the people begins with a challenge to the mind, continues with an effect on the emotions & concludes with a people returning to God

    [Revivals of the Bible Series] NEHEMIAH 8 REJOICING OVER GOD’S WORD [Ezra 10] There were three different groups which returned from Babylonian captivity under three different leaders. The first, led by Zerubbabel in 537-536 B.C., we have already discussed. Eighty years later the scribe Ezra ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Unleashing Joy: A Way Of Life.

    Contributed by James Chandler on Jun 9, 2019
     | 2,719 views

    Joy is something to be lived out in the life of a Christian. This message challenges Christians to develop the character in their life that will produce the spiritual fruit of joy, using the very familiar, yet simple, recipe of Jesus, Others, Yourself.

    My family was recently visiting Disney, a place where dreams come true and joy is found. It was interesting watching other families share our experience. It was hot, crowded, long lines, expensive food. I realized you can be in a place where everything is supposed to be magical and yet be ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Elisha Serves A Widow Series

    Contributed by Daniel Habben on Sep 21, 2014
     | 6,357 views

    Challenges are gifts from God.

    “Imagine, if you will, a gift. It’s not big. You could wrap it in a golf ball-size box. This gift can do incredible things for you however. It will bring all of your family together. You will feel loved and appreciated like never before and reconnect with friends and acquaintances you ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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