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  • Colin Coombs avatar

    What God Is

    Contributed by Colin Coombs on Sep 2, 2006
    based on 7 ratings
     | 1,564 views

    Seven things that God is that will help us grow in our knowledge and love for the Lord. GOD IS LIGHT; LOVE; SPIRIT; HOLY; FIRE; RIGHTEOUS; and ETERNAL

    WHAT GOD IS I. GOD IS LIGHT REVEALING OUR SIN I John 1:5 This then is the message which we have heard of him, and declare unto you, that God is light, and in him is no darkness at all AV Proverbs 4:19 But the way of the wicked is like deep darkness; they do not know what makes them ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Are You A Trailblazer Series

    Contributed by Bobby Stults on Sep 6, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 9,810 views

    We are called by Christ to get out of our comfort zone and impact the world for Christ!

    Date Written: July 1, 2006 Date Preached: July 5, 2006 Where Preached: OZHBC (Wed - PM Service) Series Title: Basic Bible Study Sermon Title: Are You A Trailblazer? Sermon Text: Philippians 1:12-14 Introduction: 12 Now I want you to know, brethren, that my circumstances have turned out for ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    I Am. . .the True Vine Series

    Contributed by Chip Monck on Mar 20, 2006
    based on 8 ratings
     | 4,672 views

    This is the first of a four part look at Jesus teaching that He is the true vine. This message sets the stage defining roles, fruit, and the types of branches Jesus speaks of.

    What attention might we give to the final words of someone close to us who is about to die? John 15 - Personal moment with Jesus and His disciples on the night of His betrayal. LET’S SET THE STAGE FOR WHERE WE ARE - On the heels of the Triumphant Entry (John 12:12-16): Disciples don’t ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    Hark The Herald Angels Sing Series

    Contributed by W F on Jun 25, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,559 views

    Angels exist and act in ways to point us to Christ.

    INTRODUCTION The reality of the spiritual realm seems to be readily accepted by the majority these days. And this is good news for mission minded Believers because it provides opportunities for sharing our faith. And the Bible has much to say about the activity of beings in the spiritual realm. ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    Put On The Armor Series

    Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Jun 27, 2006
    based on 7 ratings
     | 3,584 views

    Paul writes in his letter to the Ephesians that it is necessary to start with God’s grace, live out our faith based on that grace and stand against Satan using that grace.

    Ephesians 6:10-18 “Put On the Armor” INTRODUCTION We continue to examine Paul’s letter to the Ephesians. After instructing his readers in the basics of God’s grace, Paul encourages Christians to live in the reality of that grace by walking before others and standing against Satan. We can ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Who Is This Man Jesus – His Teaching Series

    Contributed by Floyd Johnson on Mar 18, 2003
    based on 21 ratings
     | 3,828 views

    This is the third in a series examining the person of Christ. This week, using The Beatitudes, we look at His teaching.

    Intro.: Have you ever met a really strange person. 1. Most of this week we have heard of Immanuel – one strange character 2. A few years ago Sandra and I made a trip to California – the taxi driver proceded to tell us about a recent customer: Jesus. Not sure who was stranger - the taxi driver or ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    The Gospel According To You

    Contributed by Danny Moss on Feb 1, 2002
    based on 48 ratings
     | 5,945 views

    This sermon stresses the importance of preaching the true Gospel of Christ, and also living it.

    THE GOSPEL ACCORDING TO YOU Text: 2nd Corinthians 3:2 Introduction- This message is really for preachers. It can apply to all believers, but specifically, I have ministers of the Gospel in mind in the things that I will say today. It is a great and tremendous ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Marriage Works

    Contributed by Thomas Monroe on Feb 18, 2002
    based on 54 ratings
     | 4,920 views

    In this day of no fault divorce, I believe marriage still works!

    Marriage Works Genesis 2:24 & Ephesians 5:31-33 Barna research shows: That divorce in the church is just as common as outside the church. In the church 33%, outside the church 34%. Also, the south is second in the nation in divorce. The south has a divorce rate of 35%, just behind the west ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Practice Makes Perfect Series

    Contributed by Rich Dunbar on Jun 7, 2005
    based on 39 ratings
     | 11,755 views

    This message identifies three things we need to practice as believers in our walk of faith.

    You have all heard the expression “practice makes perfect”. Do you believe it to be true? One of the greatest golfers of all time is Tiger Woods and when asked what he feels the greatest factor in his success is he attributes it to intense practice. He continually repeats the same routine, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Never Again Without The Presence Of Jesus

    Contributed by Rich Cook on Jun 28, 2005
    based on 5 ratings
     | 3,386 views

    A simple Easter sermon used in at sunrise. What must it have been like between Jesus’ death and resurrection? To be without the presence of Jesus must have been utter emptiness. To be with him again must have been utter joy.

    Never again without the presence of Jesus Purpose: To reflect on Jesus’ presence and challenge the people to be the presence of Jesus to a world that needs Him. 1. Read John 20:1-21 2. Do you ever wonder what it would have been like to actually be in the presence of Jesus? What would it have felt ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    Assisted Living But No Retirement Series

    Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 68 ratings
     | 15,029 views

    SPIRITUAL WARFARE DOES NOT ALLOW FOR RETIREMENT IN OUR OLD AGE

    BIG IDEA: SPIRITUAL WARFARE DOES NOT ALLOW FOR RETIREMENT IN OUR OLD AGE INTRODUCTION: Retirement is not an option in the Christian life as we struggle against sin and against the enemies of our soul. We are called to persevere in the faith, and that requires active effort on our part. Despite ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Outreach Series

    Contributed by Scott Gipson on Feb 20, 2001
    based on 107 ratings
     | 12,306 views

    GOING BEYOND THE WALLS OF JERUSALEM

    OUTREACH (PART II) ACTS 8 LUKE 24 INTRODUCTION: WE BEGAN LOOKING AT THE NEED FOR OUTREACH. A). JUST AS JESUS WENT BEYOND THE WALLS OF JERUSALEM, HE HAS ALSO CALLED US TO GO BEYOND THE WALLS OF THIS BUILDING. B). THAT’S WHAT OUTREACH ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Larry Jones avatar

    Turn Around

    Contributed by Larry Jones on Feb 27, 2001
    based on 137 ratings
     | 14,564 views

    We must call on the Lord for revival.

    Jeremiah 33:3 "Turn Around" Jeremiah had seen his world torn apart. His people had been taken captive.His message had been rejected. He had been imprisoned. However in this time of trial GOD still came through. He told Jeremiah "Call on me" Then God promises a time of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Living In Abundance Series

    Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Jan 26, 2007
    based on 5 ratings
     | 12,001 views

    Jesus provides abundantly for the people attending the wedding in Cana. The God we worship is a God of abundance and not of scarcity.

    John 2:1-11 “Living in Abundance” INTRODUCTION It has been said that the world is alive with God. Some people have eyes to see and behold a multitude of miracles in their lives. To others God is invisible and they see nothing of miracles, only luck, fate, or happenstance. This story of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    God's Word Is Alive!

    Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on Oct 18, 2006
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,334 views

    God’s word is indeed alive! This short sermon focuses on God’s word which tells us of our sin and also tells us that there is somewhere we can go to find grace and mercy.

    The words we have just heard from ‘Hebrews’ are important words for us. They were originally written to Jews who had become Christians; and the book as a whole affirms the authority of scripture, emphasising that the gospel of Jesus Christ brings the Old Testament to completion. They are important ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican