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  • Dan Proctor avatar

    How To Become The Friend Of God Series

    Contributed by Dan Proctor on Mar 30, 2015
     | 11,386 views

    There is one man in the Bible who is said to be the friend of God. His name is Abraham. How did he become the friend of God? Romans 4 is all about Abraham, and will provide us the answer.

    How to Become the Friend of God Romans 4 www.crbible.com/sermons Introduction: 1. John 15:13 states, “Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends.” If this is true, then all of us have a mighty good friend this morning, and that friend is Jesus ...read more

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    Denomination: Bible Church

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    "Bread Of Life"

    Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Jul 27, 2015
     | 5,636 views

    Feeding the 5000 reminds us of how God provides in difficult situations.

    John 6:1-15 “Bread of life” The story reminds us of how God provides • The feeding took place near the time of Passover. This meal commemorated the freedom from slavery which took place in Egypt. God provided away of escape from bondage • The feeding also ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    The Personal Price Tag Of Being A Social Climber Series

    Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Aug 24, 2015
     | 5,941 views

    If you desire to be among the prestigious members of society, you have to pay a steeper price than meets the eye; to climb socially, you may have to drop spiritually. Yet there are a few other reasons to question social climbing.

    The Personal Price Tag of Being A Social Climber (Proverbs 23:1-8) 1. In her book, The Overspent American, Harvard professor Juliet Schor informs us most people are concerned about social status, but they live in denial. 2. She claims they rationalize to themselves they need a new car because ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Walking In A New Life Series

    Contributed by Shawn Drake on Jun 7, 2015
     | 6,434 views

    This is the 23rd sermon in the series "The Cure". There are practical things that we must do in order to live like Jesus Christ.

    Series: The Cure [#23] WALKING IN A NEW LIFE Romans 13:1-14 Introduction: Today is a day of celebration. Anytime we get to have a baptism, it is a great day. Sometimes, we need to be reminded about what baptism symbolizes. As I put the person’s head in the water, it symbolizes that the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    How To Treat Each Other Series

    Contributed by Shawn Drake on Jun 18, 2015
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     | 12,047 views

    This is the 24th sermon in the series "The Cure". Christians need to treat one another in a way that brings glory to God.

    Series: The Cure [#24] HOW TO TREAT EACH OTHER Romans 14:1-12 Introduction: There has been much said about me, the Church, and people that attend this Church; and it’s not been very kind. I realize that this is the enemy trying to hurt us; but we can continue to have victory over the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    New Life Series

    Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Aug 6, 2013
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     | 9,057 views

    Everything is transformed in our lives because of the cross of Christ. The old life is dead and gone. We are now living a new life.

    Colossians 3:1-11 “New Life” INTRODUCTION The tale of “The Ugly Duckling” begins, when a mother duck's eggs hatch. One of the little birds is perceived by the other birds and animals on the farm as a homely little creature and suffers much verbal and physical abuse ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Making A Covenant Series

    Contributed by Richard White on Aug 17, 2013
     | 8,674 views

    God wants us in a covenant relationship with Him. He will be our God and we will be His people.

    Making of a covenant. Exodus 34:10-16 What is the difference between a contract and a covenant? A contract is an agreement between two or more parties and each has a responsibility to the other. If one does not keep their end, the other is free from his or her obligation. In a covenant, it says ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Self Control

    Contributed by Clarence Clough on Aug 24, 2013
     | 8,935 views

    The secret of self control is Christ control.

    Self Control Text: Prov. 25:28 Intro: It is evident that many personal and societal problems stem from lack of self control. Look at the evidence-lack of control in: addictions anger divorce drug abuse greed illicit sex materialism murder rudeness spending etc, ad nauseum Theme: We want ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Faith For Success In Face Of Opposition: Lesson 3

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Sep 4, 2013
     | 1,168 views

    Be faithful in spite of difficulties

    A. INTRODUCTION: GENESIS 26:17-34 Why the World Opposes Us • We convict them of their sin • We work by principles • Our success embarrasses them • Christians have done dumb things • Christians have sinned (Gen. 12:10-20; 20:1-18; 26:6-16) 1. Why was Isaac in the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Remembrance

    Contributed by Horace Wimpey on Sep 12, 2013
     | 7,629 views

    This is a brief sermon used before our communion service.

    Remembrance Isaiah 53:5-9 Intro: This week has been a week of remembrance. As I sat around this week rehabbing my leg after surgery, I had the opportunity to watch all the different ceremonies honoring all the people who were killed on 9/11/01. The day the terrorists flew planes into the twin ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    “here Is Some Preaching That Is Out Of Style”

    Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on May 21, 2012
    based on 2 ratings
     | 3,786 views

    Better move quick repent now

    “HERE IS SOME PREACHING THAT IS OUT OF STYLE” Luke 13: 3I tell you, Nay: but, except ye repent, ye shall all likewise perish. 1.It is forsaking sin Ezek. 30Therefore I will judge you, O house of Israel, every one according to his ways, saith the Lord GOD. Repent, and turn ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    What Is Most Precious To You? Series

    Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jun 3, 2012
     | 4,266 views

    How can we believer that the bread and wine become truly the Body and Blood of Christ? How can we not, because of the power of the Holy Spirit acting through the Word of God?

    Solemnity of the Body and Blood of Christ 10 June 2012 Spirit of the Liturgy What is valuable to you? What is most precious? I propose that the most valuable object in my life and yours is fairly easy to find. It is the object we keep closest to us. It is what we will risk our life to run into ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

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    Be Humble Or Stumble (Borrowed From A Quote By Rick Warren)

    Contributed by Howard Gunter on Oct 31, 2017
    based on 4 ratings
     | 11,032 views

    Be humble Be a servant

    “Be Humble or Stumble” (Borrowed from a quote by Rick Warren) Matthew 23:1-12 Three more quotes and we’ll move on: “What kills a skunk is the publicity it gives itself.” ~ Abraham Lincoln “Swallow your pride occasionally, it’s non-fattening” ~ Anonymous : There are two circumstances that lead ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Jason Jones avatar

    Imago Dei (Sanctity Of Life 2019)

    Contributed by Jason Jones on Feb 19, 2019
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     | 4,377 views

    The Christian worldview regarding life is framed in biblical doctrine

    A. Opening illustration: It would be good for us to reflect on our likeness to God more often. It will probably amaze us to realize that when the Creator of the universe wanted to create something “in his image,” something more like himself than all the rest of creation, he made us. This ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Synergism: The Power Of Agreement

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Dec 8, 2014
     | 6,095 views

    May we pull together in the power of synergism,

    SYNERGISM...POWER IN AGREEMENT... By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com One horse can pull 800 pounds. Another horse can pull 600 pounds? How many pounds can they bull together? 1,400 pounds? NO, 2,300 POUNDS... SYNERGISM TEXT: Matthew 18:18 Verily I say unto you, Whatsoever ye shall bind ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God