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  • Scott Spencer avatar

    The Power Of Easter Hope

    Contributed by Scott Spencer on Apr 5, 2015
     | 16,451 views

    Faith, hope and love are all tied to the resurrection of Christ, which we celebrate at Easter.

    The Power of Easter Hope Last week we covered how Easter impacts your faith and we looked at the inspired writings of Paul to the church at Corinth. Incidentally, Paul is known as "The Apostle of Faith." So it was fitting that we read a Bible passage written by him when talking about Easter ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

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    The Sin Of Partiality Series

    Contributed by Buffy Cook on Apr 5, 2015
     | 7,967 views

    "For Dummies" books are a raging success! Why? Full of practical wisdom and simple "How To's" Wouldn't a "Christianity for Dummies," a book full of practical wisdom & simple How Tos on how to live out our faith, be great? James & this series is JUST THAT

    Christianity For Dummies: The Sin of Partiality James 2:1-13 I. Introduction A. I trust you have your Bible this AM...go ahead and turn to James Chpt 2. We are continuing in our series "Christianity for Dummies" based on the Book of James. B. So far, we have examined How to Respond ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Prayer That Pleases God

    Contributed by Rick Crandall on Apr 8, 2015
     | 12,426 views

    Prayer that pleases God: 1. is humble prayer (vs. 9-13). 2. is heartfelt prayer (vs. 13). 3. is helpful prayer (vs. 14).

    Prayer that Pleases God Luke 18:9-14 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - March 9, 2014 INTRODUCTION: *Have you ever prayed a prayer that seemed kind of silly looking back? Steve Brown told about a little girl who was praying when her dad walked into room. And he heard her say over ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    His Character - Our Calling

    Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Apr 13, 2015
     | 7,083 views

    A sermon to emphasis the importance of holiness.

    "His Character -- Our Calling" 1 Peter 1:13-16 1 Peter 1:13 Wherefore gird up the loins of your mind, be sober, and hope to the end for the grace that is to be brought unto you at the revelation of Jesus Christ; 14 As obedient children, not fashioning yourselves according to the former lusts ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    What Is The Unforgiveable Sin

    Contributed by John Hamby on Oct 10, 2011
    based on 13 ratings
     | 17,568 views

    There are thousands of people who are terrified that they may have committed the unpardonable sin. This is a shame because the mere fact that they desire to repent is evidence that the Holy Spirit is still working in their lives. I think that part of the

    111009 “What Is The Unforgiveable Sin?” Matthew 12:22-32 In this message we are going to deal with a passage that has been more troublesome to many than any other. This passage ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Obedience Is Better Than Sacrifice

    Contributed by Edward Hardee on Oct 10, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 29,755 views

    Message about how our obedience is better than our sacrifice.

    Title: Obedience is Better than Sacrifice Theme: As the title states Text: 1 Samuel 15:1-23 Introduction After Saul had assumed rule over Israel, he fought against their enemies on every side: Moab, the Ammonites, Edom, the kings of Zobah, and the Philistines. Wherever he turned, he inflicted ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Is The Bible Reliable? Series

    Contributed by Stephen Sheane on Oct 18, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,624 views

    This message afirms the reliability of the New Testament against the arguments that the Crowds, Disciples and Early Church just made it all up.

    IS THE BIBLE RELIABLE? The preacher stood on the street corner preaching to anyone who would listen. A man approached him who looked like he had lived on the street forever. "Can I help you" asked the preacher. "I think you can" said the bum. "Would you like me to tell you about Jesus?" "No." ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

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    Head Coverings Series

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Nov 5, 2011
    based on 8 ratings
     | 13,335 views

    In today's lesson we learn that proper Christian worship calls us to honor Christ and one another.

    Scripture We continue our study in The First Letter of Paul to the Corinthians in a series I am calling Challenges Christians Face. One of the challenges that Christians face is the issue of proper Christian worship. Let’s learn about that in a message I am calling, “Head ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Practiced For God’s Visitation-1

    Contributed by Byron Sherman on Nov 7, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,690 views

    1 of 2. John’s audience sought & received practical application in preparing for God’s visitation. How can we be practiced for God’s visitation? Practicing for God’s visit requires...

    PRACTICED For GOD’s VISITATION-I—Luke 3:10-14 Attention: We lived in a ‘cookie cutter’ neighborhood in Wesley Chapel, FL/We needed our stuccoed house spray-painted (nobody brush-paints a house there) shortly after we moved there but there were no painters in the church I ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    An Honest Heart Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Nov 27, 2011
     | 8,118 views

    Jesus had an honest heart and so must we, because we are his followers.

    Introduction: A. Jim Harte sent me a story this week, and it is a perfect story to begin with. B. The story is told of a teacher who asked her elementary school students what their favorite animal was. 1. One little boy said, “Fried chicken.” a. The teacher said that he wasn't funny, ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Quench Not The Spirit

    Contributed by Dr. William D. Poovey on Feb 1, 2014
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,747 views

    I want to acknowledge that I gleaned information from many contributors here on Sermon Central as well as J. Lee Grady from which most of the information came from. Thank you all and please feel free to use this sermon to the Glory of God.

    Listen to the Women !!! 1 Peter 3:1 Likewise, ye wives, be in subjection to ( or FAITHFUL to ) your own husbands; Notes on 1 Peter 3:1 The word “subjection does not translate “under the authority of” here, it translates “faithful”. Ephesians 5:23 For the husband ...read more

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    Denomination: Foursquare

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    Pigs On The Beach Series

    Contributed by Denn Guptill on Feb 2, 2014
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,263 views

    It seems that Jesus travels to the Gerasense for a specific purpose.

    It wasn't your typical day at the beach. Instead of beach umbrellas, lounge chairs and a sandcastle, we have a cemetery, a violent man, the supernatural, outraged citizens and pigs. And I'm pretty flexible, especially about beaches, but I draw the line at pigs on the beach. This is week four of ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    Spiritual Lessons From The Lord's Temptation

    Contributed by Rick Crandall on Feb 5, 2014
     | 6,818 views

    The temptation of Jesus teaches us about: 1. The leadership of God's Spirit (vs. 1). 2. The righteousness of our Savior (vs. 1-4). 3. The power of Scripture (vs. 3-10). 4. The provision of new strength (vs. 11).

    Spiritual Lessons from the Lord's Temptation Matthew 4:1-11 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - Jan. 23, 2013 *How long has it been since you were tempted to sin? If it's been more than 24 hours, then maybe you haven't been paying attention. Or you are a very rare person, indeed. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Kevin L. Jones avatar

    A Moment Of Intense Prayer Series

    Contributed by Kevin L. Jones on Feb 9, 2014
    based on 14 ratings
     | 40,538 views

    A sermon examining those times of intense prayer.

    A Moment Of Intense Prayer Psalm 55:16-17 In October of 1871 D.L Moody had reached a place of a deep hunger for God. He was in agony of soul as he prayed and sought the power of God. At times he would roll on the floor in agony and in tears. One day while passing through New York on his way to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Nobody Likes A Wishy Washy God

    Contributed by John Gaston on Feb 11, 2014
     | 4,470 views

    Our society today acts like it prefers a wimpy, compromising deity, that will agree its sins are ok. But an honest appraisal of what we will respect and honor as God demands that God be exactly who the Bible portrays: the Holy & uncompromising God!

    NOBODY LIKES A WISHY WASHY GOD 1 Sam. 15:29; Ex. 32:14 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. JOKE. Two convicts were working on a chain gang. "I heard the warden's daughter up and married a guy down on cellblock D," the first con says to the other. "The warden's mighty upset about it too." "Why?" asks the ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God