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  • Ronnie Smith avatar

    The Church And Its Mission

    Contributed by Ronnie Smith on Jul 16, 2005
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,480 views

    The Church is the Body of Christ, the habitation of God through the Spirit, with divine appointments for the fulfillment of her great commission. Each believer, born of the Spirit, is an integral part of the General Assembly and Church of the Firstborn, w

    The Church is the Body of Christ, the habitation of God through the Spirit, with divine appointments for the fulfillment of her great commission. Each believer, born of the Spirit, is an integral part of the General Assembly and Church of the Firstborn, which are written in heaven. Ephesians 1 22 ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    It Takes Both Sunshine And Rain To Make A Rainbow

    Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Apr 8, 2006
    based on 24 ratings
     | 8,931 views

    Do you know how to break or make a Christian? Let him / her go through the process of suffering.

    Exegetical Idea: Subject: How should believers respond to suffering? Complement: Unsurprised, rejoicing, knowing that they are blessed. Homiletical Idea: Persecution can break or make a Christian. Purpose: As a result of this sermon, my listeners (believers) would be made aware and encouraged ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Ransom

    Contributed by Troy Borst on Jan 25, 2005
    based on 24 ratings
     | 7,006 views

    When we think of ransom in a religious sense, especially in Christianity, we think of ransom as a deliverance from sin or its penalty. And yet, someone has to pay for the sin, do they not? As we find in the passage today, Jesus has paid a huge ransom fo

    RANSOM Hebrews 9:11-15 INTRODUCTION... Ransom Ransom, is an action packed drama thriller that came out in 1996 starring Mel Gibson and Rene Russo and directed by Ron Howard. The movie focuses on Mel Gibson’s character, Tom Mullen, a rich airline owner, is shocked when his son is kidnapped. He is ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    I've Fallen And I Can't Get Up

    Contributed by Willie Richard, Jr on Jan 3, 2006
    based on 41 ratings
     | 8,330 views

    A different look at the parable of the good Samaritan.

    I’ve fallen and I can’t get up!! Luke 10:29-37 How often do you take the time to think about the life that you’ve lived, and how close you have come to experiencing the fate of the man in our text today. If I were to guess, I believe many of us would have to say “it could have been me”. Our text ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Jesus Is Heaven's Elevator

    Contributed by Daniel Habben on Jan 15, 2006
    based on 29 ratings
     | 6,579 views

    Jesus is Heaven’s Elevator 1) In Jesus God descends to us 2) In Jesus we ascend to God

    One of the thrills of growing up in a big city like Tokyo was riding skyscraper elevators. In just seconds you would be whisked far above the noise of city traffic and be given a view that is out of this world. On clear days you could even see Mt. Fuji from these skyscrapers. Without elevators, ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Putting Confidence In The Faithful One

    Contributed by David Gant on Jan 21, 2006
    based on 8 ratings
     | 10,854 views

    Principles drawn from Psalms 138 regarding faithfullness to God -- as He is faithful to us.

    Putting Confidence in the Faithful One Psalm 138 A PSALM OF DAVID. I. Psalm 138 ? a short reading with some added interpretations for clarity. 1 I will praise You with my whole heart; Before the gods (i.e. IF there were any other gods looking) I will sing praises to You. ؉There are no real other ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Real Worship Experience

    Contributed by Mickey Bell on Jan 30, 2006
    based on 31 ratings
     | 19,103 views

    The shout that comes before the worship is out of place. We need to learn that worship is more than one hour on Sunday.

    *In preparing for this sermon, I gleaned several thoughts from several sermons found on this site. Thank You to all who participate! The Psalmist David gives us a great illustration of what true worship really is. Read Psalms 111:1-2 Worship – English word that means: to ascribe the highest ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Celebrating The Hope That Easter Brings

    Contributed by Gene Gregory on Apr 17, 2006
    based on 124 ratings
     | 46,603 views

    Examines the hope we enjoy because of the resurrection. Suitable for a sunrise service.

    CELEBRATING THE HOPE THAT JESUS BRINGS - Mark 16:1-8 Today we gather, much earlier than usual, to celebrate the resurrection of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. It was nearly 2000 years ago, that Jesus rose from the dead. It was almost 2000 years ago the ladies went and found an empty ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    When You're Angry With God, Series

    Contributed by Brad Beaman on Nov 17, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,303 views

    Nineveh may have been the largest number of people turning to God for the next 2,700 years. But it left Jonah angry at God.

    It was an event described simply as an awesome experience. There were 1.3 million people gathered. The year was 1974 and the place was Seoul, Korea. The gigantic crowd was gathered for what was called Explo ’74. Bill Bright of Campus Crusade for Christ described what it was like for him to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    He Chose The Nails Series

    Contributed by Edward Hardee on Nov 17, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 12,705 views

    To show Christ’s compassion on the Cross.

    Title: He Chose the Nails Theme: To show Christ’s compassion on the Cross. Text: Colossians 2:13-14 Note: with help from Max Lucado’s book "He Chose the Nails" Col 2:13 (KJV) And you, being dead in your sins and the uncircumcision of your flesh, hath he quickened together with him, having ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    What It Takes To Be A Soul Survivor Part 2 Series

    Contributed by Terry Jones on May 10, 2008
     | 3,835 views

    Surviving today requires that believers develop a godly mentality, a strategic plan and an understanding of the spiritual tools given to us by the Holy Spirit. Survival requires dedication to press in to God and in following His lead. In part 2 of this

    What it takes to be a Soul Survivor Soul Survivor Pt. 2 Text: 2 Corinthians 4:7-11 We looked last week at, in my opinion, one of the greatest biblical examples of survival recorded in history, - Job. We’ll be coming back to Job throughout our journey to becoming a Soul Survivor but today, I ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Father, Into Your Hands / Padre En Tus Manos

    Contributed by Eloy Gonzalez on Apr 8, 2009
    based on 7 ratings
     | 8,373 views

    Good Friday: Jesus gave up his Spirit to his heavenly Father. He endured suffering and death as payment for our sin. Viernes Santo: Jesús entrego su Espíritu a su Padre Celestial. Paso por sufrimiento y muerte para pagar por nuestros pecados.

    “Father, into your hands I commit my spirit!” - The last words of Jesus on the Cross. Were they simply an expression of relief? - A cry of deliverance? Was Jesus simply saying that the horrendous ordeal He had endured is now, at last, over and that he was ready to let go of this earthly life? After ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    The Miracle Of Pentecost

    Contributed by Richard Schwedes on May 14, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,846 views

    This sermon highlights what the main miracle of pentecost is...that God comes for everyone

    What do you think the miracle of Pentecost is? The unexplained wind? The tongues of fire on everyone’s head? (Someone once told me that if they saw tongues of fire on everyone’s head they would you have grabbed a fire extinguisher?) People speaking in different tongues? It is easy to believe ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Isaias Sanchez avatar

    God Wants You Going Forward

    Contributed by Isaias Sanchez on May 29, 2008
    based on 15 ratings
     | 11,873 views

    You have a challenge of seeing yourself the way God sees you. As you see yourself, so others will see you.

    God wants you going forward You have a challenge of seeing yourself the way God sees you. As you see yourself, so others will see you. The command is to walk, or live, by what God has to say about you, not by the opinions of man. You cannot conquer what you don’t confront, and you cannot ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Faithful Believers Or Self Deceivers?

    Contributed by Mark Roper on Nov 27, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,333 views

    The Lord expects his people to be hearers and doers, not self-deceived bench warmers.

    Faithful Believers or Self Deceivers? James 1:22-25 Introduction: It is not enough to hear God’s Word, we must live it and obey it. Many people have the mistaken idea that hearing a good sermon or a Bible study is what makes them grow and receive God’s blessing. It is not the hearing but ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God