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  • James H Boyd avatar

    Issues Of Life 3: Self-Defense, Firearms And The Military Series

    Contributed by James H Boyd on Mar 26, 2003
    based on 61 ratings
     | 10,384 views

    Did Jesus advocate pacifism? Is taking human life always wrong? Does "Turn the other cheek" mean that we must allow ourselves, our families and our nation to be at the mercy of those who wish to do us harm?.

    Note: This message is a collaberation between myself and my friend Dave Pope It has been said that a person can but minister out of their ’overflow’, that is, out of the abundance of the Word of God in them and their personal experience. It is with this thought in mind that we present this third ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

  • Norris Harris I avatar

    It Happened At Night

    Contributed by Norris Harris I on Apr 12, 2003
    based on 85 ratings
     | 16,299 views

    Between where we are now and where the Lord intends to take us, Between us and that Higher Plane of Living, Stands Some Sea of Challenge that Must be Crossed! The only way to get to the Capernaum of Excellence from the Bethsaida of Mediocrity is by way of

    I need not pause to suggest how delighted I am to be in your midst. In the midst of erudite scholars like yourselves, I felt I ought to at least have an interesting introduction that sounded impressive with some big words. So I, like Al Louis Patterson who pastors the Corinth Church in Houston, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • James O. Davis avatar

    The Treachery After The Second Coming Series

    Contributed by James O. Davis on Nov 2, 2003
    based on 29 ratings
     | 4,838 views

    In this passage the Word of God shows us truth concerning the treachery of those things that are going to take place immediately after the Lord Jesus Christ comes for the Church. The Thessalonians were being told that the day of the Lord had already come

    James O. Davis is the founder and president of Second Billion (TM). You are invited to learn more about Second Billion by visiting www.billion.tv. INTRODUCTION In this passage the Word of God shows us truth concerning the treachery of those things that are going to take place immediately after ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Derek Joshua E'Lon Sr. avatar

    The Baby That Never Grows Up

    Contributed by Derek Joshua E'lon Sr. on May 9, 2003
    based on 54 ratings
     | 11,278 views

    God can use the simplest things to help us to understand His Word. We are going to take a look at what happens to babies in their first year of life. Then we are going to compare that baby’s life with a born again believers.

    I Corinthians 3:1-3 says, “And I, brethren, could not speak unto you as unto spiritual, but as unto , even as unto s in Christ. (2) I have fed you with milk, and not with meat: for hitherto ye were not able to bear it, neither yet now are ye able. (3) For ye are yet : for wheras there is among you ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Divine Health - Ii

    Contributed by Victor Nazareth on Jun 16, 2002
    based on 41 ratings
     | 4,630 views

    We take a look at some hindrances to healing: wrong beliefs about the subject and expose them in the light of God’s word. Then we would like to see how to make our confessions of healing based on God’s word.

    Introduction: Let us take a second look at divine healing and divine health. We would like to look at some hindrances to healing: wrong beliefs about the subject and expose them in the light of God’s word. Then we would like to see how to make our confessions of healing based on God’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

  • Bradford Robinson avatar

    The Greatest Gift, The Gift Of Himself.

    Contributed by Bradford Robinson on Dec 21, 2002
    based on 39 ratings
     | 6,519 views

    This sermon takes a look at what is so significant about the incarnation of God. The significance I point out is that it reveals who God is and what He is like, then I focus on the approachability of God and how He experienced what we experience.

    This past week we exchanged gifts amongst our own family and to tell you the truth we just couldn’t wait to see the look on our little girl‘s faces. Denise had spent almost 4 months tracking down every type of care bear in existence for our youngest girl Carrie, and with all that hard work ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Laodicea - The Lukewarm Church Series

    Contributed by Dan Campbell on Feb 24, 2003
    based on 47 ratings
     | 7,089 views

    Can you imagine your doctor being indifferent about disease? Your feeling sick, so you go to his office. He looks at you, takes you pulse and tells you to pay the nurse on the way out.

    THE REVELATION OF JESUS LAODICEA - THE LUKEWARM CHURCH Revelation 3: 14-22 Can you imagine your doctor being indifferent about disease? Your feeling sick, so you go to his office. He looks at you, takes you pulse and tells you to pay the nurse on the way out. Hey! Wait a minute, what’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    How Long Will It Be Before You Question Plagues In Your Life Series

    Contributed by Bruce Landry on Sep 21, 2002
    based on 24 ratings
     | 12,526 views

    Just as Pharaoh and the Nation of Egypt sought to reduce or stop the plagues with compromises to God’s perfect plan, so do many in our churches today. Let us walk with Moses and Aaron and take to heart the lessons presented today.

    How Long will it be before You question Plagues in Your life Locusts and questions Darkness for compromise DBF/Exodus 10/Sept 22, 2002 Do you ever question why certain things happen in this world, in communities and villages around you? With the various things of darkness surrounding us, I ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Youthful Hall Of Fame

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 157 ratings
     | 8,355 views

    Everyone wants to be remembered for something great. Most people take an entire lifetime to merit entrance into the hall of fame. However, the Bible is filled with sterling examples of young people who earned hall of fame honors for their great faith. Do

    Everyone wants to be remembered for something great. Most people take an entire lifetime to merit entrance into the hall of fame. However, the Bible is filled with sterling examples of young people who earned hall of fame honors for their great faith. Application: Do not wait until it is too late ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    How Jesus Avoided Emotional Burnout

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 39 ratings
     | 5,320 views

    The Lord transferred all of his emotional pain to the care of His Father. Ask the Lord to take away whatever burden you are facing allowing Him to do whatever He wants with your life - stop resisting His will!

    1. Jesus struggled with feelings of emotional discouragement like everyone, but He prayed, "Father, if you are willing, take this cup from me; yet not my will, but yours be done." (Luke 22:42) The Lord transferred all of his emotional pain to the care of His Father. Application: Ask the Lord ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Jerry DePoy avatar

    "The Salvation Of A Naked Rock Star"

    Contributed by Jerry Depoy on Dec 8, 2003
    based on 17 ratings
     | 2,250 views

    Who is the naked star in the text? The demon possessed man of the Gadarenes ran about naked in the rocks and caves at "night." Hence, the title. In this message will take a biblical look at what it means to be saved. Saved "from what?" Saved "for what

    Title: “The Salvation of a Naked Rock Star” Introduction: Who is the naked star in the text? The demon possessed man of the Gadarenes ran about naked in the rocks and caves at night. Hence, the title. In this message will take a biblical look at what it means to be saved. We will also ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Roger Thomas avatar

    Prayer Isn't For Sissies Series

    Contributed by Roger Thomas on Jul 20, 2006
    based on 10 ratings
     | 4,497 views

    Prayer matters. Real prayer is worth whatever effort it takes to make it the source of power in our lives. In our text, John reveals the secret of effective praying. Note the three keys that can unlock prayer’s power for you.

    Prayer Isn’t for Sissies! 1 John 5:14-15 Dr. Roger W. Thomas, Preaching Minister First Christian Church, Vandalia, MO Prayer isn’t for sissies! A lot of people think otherwise, perhaps some in this room Some think it is a cop-out. They say, “praying is an attempt to find an easy way out. ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Robert Fox avatar

    You Are A Superhero

    Contributed by Robert Fox on Dec 20, 2005
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,843 views

    Spiritual Gifts are like superhero powers. This lesson takes a look at those gifts as they relate to God’s plan and His command to Love Him with all your heart soul, mind, and strength. Student ministry PowerPoint format.

    [YOU ARE A SUPERHERO!] Slide graphic – generic superhero flying through the air Slide text – “I urge you to live a life worthy of the calling you have received” (Ephesians 4:1) A few years ago the World Press Review carried a quotation from the National Concord of Lagos, Nigeria. That paper ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Billy Ricks avatar

    Four Stops On The Way To A Christ Centered Christmas

    Contributed by Billy Ricks on Dec 20, 2005
    based on 6 ratings
     | 8,081 views

    It seems that Christ is not the center of the festivities. It takes an effort in our culture today to keep Jesus front and center at this time of the year. It is amazing how much Christmas is not about Jesus Christ to many. Most people do not have one s

    Into: The picture in Luke chapter nineteen should be familiar to us at this time of year. No matter where Jesus went he drew a crowd. This time of year we see crowds as well. But it is not necessarily because Jesus is at the center. The Christmas season malls, stores, Wal-Mart, even many ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Colin Coombs avatar

    Successful Christian Living

    Contributed by Colin Coombs on Feb 23, 2008
    based on 17 ratings
     | 8,051 views

    I want to look at three key-words in this scripture, - ‘come, ‘take’, and ‘find’. Keys unlock doors, and an understanding of how these words relate to this scripture can unlock truth for us that will help us know compelling ‘Successful Christian Living’

    SUCCESSFUL CHRISTIAN LIVING His Yoke Fits Well Matthew 11:28-30 28 “Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. 29 Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. 30 For my yoke is easy and my burden ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible