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  • Ken McKinley avatar

    The Covenant With Abraham Series

    Contributed by Ken Mckinley on May 18, 2011
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     | 7,131 views

    Number 27 in our series on Genesis. In this sermon we examine more closely the covenant God made with Abraham.

    The Covenant with Abraham (Genesis part 27) Text: Genesis 15:1 – 21 By: Ken McKinley Well, for the last few Sunday’s we’ve been talking about Abraham, and we’ve been looking at how he has grown in his faith and in his walk with the Lord. We’ve seen him act in faith ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Gethsemane - "Not My Will"

    Contributed by Brian La Croix on Dec 15, 2009
    based on 9 ratings
     | 10,180 views

    Message about Jesus’ time praying at Gethsemane and His ultimate surrender to the Father’s plan.

    Gethsemane – “Not My Will” Matthew 26:36-46 August 16, 2009 NOTE: THE ME/WE/GOD/YOU/WE FORMAT IS FROM ANDY STANLEY’S BOOK, "COMMUNICATING FOR A CHANGE." Me: I can be rather selfish and self-seeking at times. Okay, a lot of times… I like having my way most all the time. I can be honest here, ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    The Mission Of Jesus Series

    Contributed by Jonathan Mcleod on Dec 22, 2009
    based on 3 ratings
     | 6,316 views

    Jesus came to be our prophet, priest, and king.

    THREEFOLD OFFICE OF CHRIST Many notable people have commented on Jesus’ place as the most famous, important, and significant person in history: • “I am an historian, I am not a believer, but I must confess as a historian that this penniless preacher from Nazareth is irrevocably the very center of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Are You Ready For A Miracle? Series

    Contributed by Sharon Thurston on Nov 3, 2007
    based on 19 ratings
     | 16,668 views

    There was a man at the pool of Bethesda for 38 long years waiting to be put into the pool for his healing. and Jesus came and told him to take up your bed and walk.

    Are you ready for a Miracle? John 5:1-8 There were 3 festivals (holy days) or Sabbath 1, Festival Passover of unleavened bread 2, The of Pentecost, 3, Festivals of Shelters. Men had come to celebrate from Jerusalem to Sinai. This celebration is the feast ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    As For Me And My House Series

    Contributed by Edward Hardee on Nov 9, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 9,414 views

    Shows Joshua’s challenge to Israel about separating the family for the Lord.

    As for Me and My House Theme: Text: Joshua Introduction Chapter 24 of Joshua could easily be called Joshua’s final farewell speech. The Bible says in verse 29 “And it came to pass after these things, that Joshua the son of Nun, the servant of the Lord, died, being an hundred and ten years ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Veterans Of Spiritual Warfare

    Contributed by Mike Rickman on Nov 9, 2007
    based on 44 ratings
     | 23,497 views

    We celebrate Veteran’s Day remembering those who have served to keep us free. Now, you need to remember our VSW’s - Veterans of Spiritual Warfare - and make up your mind to be one.

    November 11, 2007 Morning Worship Text: Deuteronomy 32:30-31 Subject: Spiritual warfare Title: Veterans of Spiritual Warfare Today we celebrate Veteran’s day – the day set aside to honor all who have served their country in the military. I would like all of military people to stand as we thank ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    God’s Way Does Not Fail

    Contributed by Gregg Bitter on Jan 3, 2010
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     | 11,361 views

    Although God’s way can seem must unusual, trust him with patient hope. Parts: A. His way amazes. B. His way brings hope. C. His way prevails.

    Text: Numbers 24:17 Theme: God’s Way Does Not Fail A. His way amazes B. His way brings hope C. His way prevails Season: Christmas 1 Date: December 27, 2009 Web page: http://hancocklutheran.org/sermons/God_s-Way-Does-Not-Fail-Numbers24_17.html Grace and peace to you from God our Father ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    The Authority Of Our Will

    Contributed by Mark Baker on Jan 4, 2010
    based on 3 ratings
     | 3,617 views

    God gave man the ultimate authority to do whatever they wanted to do. In this sense He made us just like Him, we have the power of choice. It is always in our best interest when we choose to do what He has told us to do.

    From the very beginning we can see that God has given man a free choice. Adam and Eve were disobedient against God’s specific commandment. The result for them was spiritual death and eventually physical death. Why didn’t God stop them from this disobedient act knowing full well the outcome? He ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Grace Is Not Earned

    Contributed by Allan Quak on Jan 8, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 9,747 views

    Popular culture says that good things come to those who deserve it. Jesus makes it clear that His grace works in the lives of those who don’t deserve it.

    On the 10th of March in 2003 the then Australian Prime minister, John Howard, was visiting the New Zealand parliament in Auckland. The issue being discussed was the region’s response to the actions of Saddam Hussein. Outside parliament around 600 anti-war protesters whistled, thumped drums and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Coach God

    Contributed by Bill Smith on Jan 10, 2010
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     | 9,453 views

    Imagine God as a coach

    January 10, 2010 Mt. Tabor United Methodist Church Rescue United Methodist Church Luke 3:15-22 A funny thing happened last Thursday night, and no I don’t mean Alabama won the national championship. That wasn’t a funny thing……that was a great thing! The sermon that I had been ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Blank Checks

    Contributed by Thomas Bowen on Aug 12, 2007
     | 2,623 views

    God answers our prayers...so what do you pray for?

    Blank Checks We are using the same block of scripture this morning, technically last Sunday I only covered three or 4 of the verses. This particular scripture has this repeating pattern using the word abiding that can make it easy to skip over like a flat rock across a pond, just touching down ...read more

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    Denomination: Congregational

  • Mike Parry avatar

    Shine Series

    Contributed by Mike Parry on Aug 15, 2007
    based on 27 ratings
     | 15,419 views

    Uses the acrostic SHINE to show how Jesus is the Light of the World. Several OT references are used.

    “The Light of the World” The I AM Statements of Jesus FCC – August 12, 2007 Text: John 8:12 Introduction: This morning we are continuing a new sermon series, The I AM statements of Jesus from the Gospel of John. Jesus made an incredible statement to the Jews in response to a discussion about ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dave McFadden avatar

    "Persisting In His Presence"

    Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Aug 15, 2007
    based on 41 ratings
     | 22,239 views

    A look at the 15th Psalm.

    In Psalm 15, David begins with a question in verse 1, which he answers in the verses that follow: "Lord, who may dwell in your sanctuary? Who may live on your holy hill?" The question which David poses has to do with living in the presence of God. "How may I as your child live daily in your ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Rick Pendleton avatar

    Destroying Your Discouragement

    Contributed by Rick Pendleton on May 23, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 8,026 views

    Discouragement can destroy us if we don’t destroy it first. Here is how.

    Destroying Your Discouragement Nehemiah 4:4-14 From the series "Slaying The Giants In Your Life" Introduction: Most of you have never heard of Lawrence Hanratty, who was named the "Unluckiest Man In New York City." (Profiled in the Los Angeles Times) A Nearly electrocuted to death in a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Chad Bolfa avatar

    Lessons Learned From The Cross Series

    Contributed by Chad Bolfa on Apr 14, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 23,382 views

    If you wear a cross then that is you preference, but when we look at the cross in our church, it should serve as a reminder to us of what Jesus did for us, and again today we will learn five lessons from the cross.

    A Journey to Calvary; His Passion our Deliverance Lessons learned from the Cross Am Service April 5th 2009 Luke 23:26-49 Introduction What is the most common religious symbol in the world? In our part of the world, the most common religious symbol is the cross. You see the cross on churches. You ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist