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  • Christopher Hill avatar

    Growth From Within Series

    Contributed by Christopher Hill on Jan 15, 2004
    based on 24 ratings
     | 2,881 views

    Church growth starts with a healthy congregation devoted to God and the church. Regardless of plans or programs the church will grow with God’s Holy Spirit.

    I. The church consists of baptized believers A. They accepted the message Peter preached 1. Old Testament Prophecy 2. Contemporary application 3. Jesus is Lord and Christ B. They were baptized C. Incredible growth II. The people were devoted A. If we are out of our minds it is for Christ’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Back 2 School Special

    Contributed by Larry Brincefield on Aug 9, 2003
    based on 44 ratings
     | 15,638 views

    Our kids started back to school this week. Using Samson’s parents as an example, we as the church need to pray for our kids!

    August 10, 2003 Title: Back to School Special Text: Judges 13:1-25 Introduction 1. Well, our kids started back to school this week. A. Jason is in Kindergarten i. Lora is in 1st Grade ii. Ethan is in 3rd Grade iii. Amelia is in 6th Grade at the Middle School B. We have been in prayer ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

  • Dan Borchert avatar

    Have Yourself A Humble Little Christmas

    Contributed by Dan Borchert on Aug 30, 2002
    based on 9 ratings
     | 3,125 views

    Christmas is not meant to be the big parties the light the bells and whistles. Chrstimas started in a barn. Have a humbles Christmas and remember the real meaning Christmas

    Luke 2:1-12 Have Yourself a Humble little Christmas Introduction A. How many people have their tree up yet? B. How many people have gotten there 4932 boxes out of there basement or attic C. Christmas is by far with not comparison the largest holiday we celebrate. D. Defiantly the most expensive ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

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    I Will

    Contributed by Colin Coombs on Sep 1, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 2,737 views

    The often repeated ’I Will’ is used to develop this sermon- starting with the Lord’s I Will of Salvation through to the sinners ’I Will’ of Repentance.

    I THE ‘I WILL’ OF SALVATION Exodus 12:13 The blood will be a sign for you on the houses where you are; and when I see the blood, I will pass over you. SALVATION IS BY BLOOD I John 1:7 But if we walk in the light, as he is in the light, we have fellowship with one another, and the blood of Jesus, ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    The Place Of Prayer In Unity

    Contributed by Eric Hanson on Apr 6, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,001 views

    Using John 17:20-23 as a starting point, this message presents practical steps to building unity via the powerful work of prayer.

    The Place of Prayer in Unity Pastor Eric J. Hanson February 19, 2006 Read John 17:20-23 Unity in the Church, wholeness within the Body of Christ, cannot by emphasized enough as a foundational essential within the Kingdom of God. When Jesus Christ prayed about this matter, just before being ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    In Dependence Day Series

    Contributed by Charles Mallory on Apr 25, 2005
    based on 34 ratings
     | 19,833 views

    We may all start well, but do we all end well? What are we depending upon for our spiritual growth?

    AS MORTAL AND FALLIBLE HUMANS, WE PUT OUR TRUST IN A LOT OF THINGS. WE TRUST THE DOCTOR TO DIAGNOSE OUR HEALTH PROPERLY. WE TRUST THAT THE PILOT IS THOROUGHLY EQUIPPED TO FLY AND LAND THE AIRPLANE. WE TRUST OUR TEACHERS TO EDUCATE OUR CHILDREN PROPERLY. WE TRUST THAT THE POSTAL SERVICE WILL SEND ...read more

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    Denomination: Free Methodist

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    Lost And Found

    Contributed by Daniel Haas on Aug 22, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,871 views

    Once you start that career of being saved you stick to it and get saved through baptism like 3-5 times on the average

    "Christ Jesus came into the world to save sinners" - Touching story of: I once was lost, but now I'm found - Alcoholism: You remain an alcoholic now matter how many sober phases you've had - People giving witness to Jesus - Shedding tears: Born again - New creature - Various approaches possible: I ...read more

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    Denomination: Congregational

  • Tim Smith avatar

    Our Father, Who Art In Heaven, Hallowed Be Thy Name Series

    Contributed by Tim Smith on Mar 17, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 19,262 views

    This sermon focuses on God and his will and his kingdom. So the first thing Jesus teaches us is that prayer starts with God and then moves to us.

    Our Father, Who Art in Heaven, Hallowed Be Thy Name Teach Us to Pray Matthew 6:9-13 Many of us have probably mindlessly prayed the words of the Lord’s Prayer and never really thought about what we were really praying for. And that’s part of what gives rise to this sermon series ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Refreshing Your Vision For God

    Contributed by Randy Bataanon on Dec 30, 2009
    based on 107 ratings
     | 26,713 views

    No matter how good our start, there may be time of discouragement that we need to recharge our strenght and renew our vision for God.

    REFRESHING OUR VISION FOR NEW YEAR 2TIM. 1:3-8 He is a newly graduate Bachelor of Theology majoring in Missions under the careful watch of his mentor and dean who is holding a doctorate in law and philosophy by the name of Dr. Paul. His heart and mind is full of visions and dreams for his ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    A New Year, A New Day

    Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Jan 3, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,403 views

    2010 is upon us. If we want to be begin afresh with God, leaving behind last years failings, where do we start?

    Sermon for CATM – A New Year, A New Day – January 3, 2010 I’ve heard recently some interesting New Year’s resolutions: "I have resolved not to do drugs anymore, because I get the same effect just standing up really fast." “I will stop sending e-mail, ICQ, Instant Messages and be on the phone at ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Paul Clemente avatar

    What’s God’s Law For? Series

    Contributed by Paul Clemente on Jun 14, 2010
     | 4,548 views

    As Christians, living out God’s Law starts with our decision to say no to sin and yes to God and by putting on the full armor of God!

    Have you ever wondered, “Why would God create people when He knew they would go against Him?” Here’s a question that is somewhat related; “Why would God choose a people and give His Laws to them when God knew they would disobey?” The answer of course is always in the Bible! Please open your ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Ed Warfield avatar

    Practical Christianity

    Contributed by Ed Warfield on Mar 1, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,955 views

    Would anyone like to have some practical ideas on how to live the Christian life in an achievable way? This message is a good place to start.

    Practical Christianity - Mark 12:28-34 Intro.: Would anyone like to have some practical ideas on how to live the Christian life in an achievable way? Good, let’s look at a little background of our text… Jesus had just finished answering a bunch of his critics. They had been trying to get him to ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

  • Paddy Venner avatar

    Where Is Your Heart In Relation To The Future Series

    Contributed by Paddy Venner on Apr 28, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,792 views

    See through the ’now’ to where you are headed. the ’now’ is the vehicle to your destiny. Stop looking at things and start looking through them.

    • Brian Houston once said “Christianity is not just about having enough food for your table; it is about having enough food to put on the tables of others” • And he goes on to say that that does not mean literally feeding everyone, but having enough in reserve – time, emotional support, finances, ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Andy Barnard avatar

    But God ...

    Contributed by Andy Barnard on Dec 27, 2008
    based on 8 ratings
     | 6,876 views

    Typically when we read of a Biblical hero in crisis, the next sentence starts with ’But God ...’. Do you experience the ’But God’

    Suicide Gorge is well known among hikers. Follow river from top of mountain. Incredibly steep. In the first few minutes you drop hundreds of metres ... by jumping off the top of the waterfalls. Only way is to jump. I can’t lie to you by saying that I wasn’t scared. We were taken by someone who has ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Warner Pidgeon avatar

    Do We Love Jerusalem Like The Messiah Loves Her?

    Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on Jan 20, 2013
     | 5,048 views

    A short talk challenging us to start to love Zion, to love Jerusalem with the love that the Messiah has for her; and also to pray for the peace of Jerusalem.

    In Luke’s Gospel after Jesus was baptised (3:21) he was led by the Holy Spirit into the desert where he was tempted by the devil for forty days (4:1-2). After resisting the devil Jesus returned to his home town of Nazareth in Galilee. He went to the synagogue on the Sabbath day, and he was ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican