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  • Bill Butsko avatar

    Just Believe

    Contributed by Bill Butsko on Jul 3, 2006
    based on 128 ratings
     | 50,037 views

    God will take care of our needs as we put our faith into action.

    Scripture Reading: Mark 5:21-43 Message: “Just Believe” Text: As soon as Jesus heard the word that was spoken, He said to the ruler of the synagogue, “Do not be afraid; only believe” (Mark 5:36). Introduction: Have you ever been in a position when you were afraid and felt that all was ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

  • Keith Foskey avatar

    Forget The Village; Just Give Me A Godly Mother

    Contributed by Keith Foskey on May 10, 2005
    based on 89 ratings
     | 12,581 views

    It has been said, “It takes a village to raise a child”…But this is not true

    “Forget the Village; Just Give Me a Godly Mother” II Timothy 1:3-5 OPENING JOKE: “150 a Week to Talk about Mom” Three ladies were exercising pride in their grown sons. The first lady told of the extravagant birthday parties her son provided her. “Why he even hired a full band for my last ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Rapture Of The Church

    Contributed by Naveen Balakrishnan on May 30, 2005
    based on 15 ratings
     | 3,778 views

    This passage describes to us the order of things when the rapture of Christ takes place.

    “THE RAPTURE OF THE CHURCH” 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18 1. The CONFUSION of the Thessalonians. (v. 13) Romans 1:13; 1 Corinthians 10:1; 12:1; 2 Peter 3:18; Luke 8:52-53; John 11:11-13; 1 Thessalonians 5:10; 2 Peter 3:4; Job 19:25-27; Proverbs 14:32; Ephesians 2:12 2. The CONVICTION of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Keith Crouch avatar

    The Day Of The Lord

    Contributed by Keith Crouch on Aug 3, 2004
    based on 11 ratings
     | 2,632 views

    This message takes a look at the Day of the Lord and it’s meaning primarily to the believer.

    The Day of the Lord I Thessalonians 5:1-11 I. The Uncertainty and the Certainty (v. 1-3) A. For the believer, there is no need to know the exact time of the Day of the Lord. (v.1) There are a few reasons for this. 1. It will not affect you (I Thes. 5:9) 2. Jesus took our wrath and judgment if we ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Life Of David: A Jealous Eye Series

    Contributed by Troy Borst on Jan 20, 2006
    based on 6 ratings
     | 6,841 views

    The steps that Saul took to arrive at jealousy can be steps that we take as well!

    LIFE OF DAVID: A JEALOUS EYE 1 SAMUEL 18:1-13 STORY 1 (Genesis 4:1-10) There once was a man named Adam and a woman named Eve. In fact, they were the first people created by God. Genesis chapter 4 tells us that Adam and Eve had children. She gave birth to a son and named him Cain. She gave ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Carl Willis avatar

    The Heart Of Worship - Part Iii Series

    Contributed by Carl Willis on Jan 25, 2006
    based on 20 ratings
     | 5,991 views

    In this message we explore the many outward expression that our worship can take.

    Isaiah 56:7(CEV) “I will bring them to My holy mountain, where they will celebrate in My house of worship. Their sacrifices and offerings will always be welcome on My altar. Then My house will be known as a house of worship for all nations.” How Do We Worship? Worship Of The Mind Reflection – ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Wm. Darryl Scott Sr D.D. avatar

    Stepping Out On Faith

    Contributed by Wm. Darryl Scott Sr D.d. on Jan 15, 2004
    based on 118 ratings
     | 13,067 views

    What does it really take to move from the comfort zone to the faith zone?

    Moses’ life is full of revelations of how he learned to walk with God. Moses up there on Mt. Pisgah, with his sore feet and aching back serves as a good example of the fact that God had not only brought him a long way, but God brought Moses all the way! And though, Moses still had work to do ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Life Controlling Habits Series

    Contributed by Jeff Seaman on Apr 13, 2001
    based on 427 ratings
     | 51,967 views

    This sermon is about taking inventory of the negative habits in our lives that need to be broken.

    LIFE CONTROLLING HABITS Coming Clean Part 1 Gal. 5:1 2 Peter 2:19 Pastor Jeff seaman Gal. 5:1 “ It is for freedom that Christ has set us free. Stand firm then and do not let yourself be burdened again by a yoke of slavery.” Today I want to speak to you about how to break free from life ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Carl Willis avatar

    Hope Floats, But Faith Walks

    Contributed by Carl Willis on Apr 14, 2001
    based on 75 ratings
     | 5,248 views

    In the midst of life’s storms, it takes faith to walk upon the crests of the waves.

    Hope Floats, but Faith Walks Background Text: Matthew 14:22-33 A. Location affects perception - When in the midst of a crisis, we are not only influenced by our own emotion, but by the emotion and perception of others. (“Boy I’d hate to be in your shoes” “What are you ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Steve Shepherd avatar

    The Big If

    Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Oct 27, 2003
    based on 208 ratings
     | 5,330 views

    If certain things are in our lives then some positive action should take place.

    INTRO.- The word “if” is a big, little word. It’s a little word, but can carry a big meaning. ILL.- After visiting with my 1962 classmate, Larry Roberts from Doniphan, MO, I thought, “If only I had worked for General Motors like he did, I could be retired now.” I think most of us have said ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Steven Kellett avatar

    A New Creation

    Contributed by Steven Kellett on Mar 10, 2002
    based on 409 ratings
     | 37,272 views

    God takes that which is dark, formless and void and creates new and wonderful life.

    Sitting in her car - on a dark road just outside of town, a young high school girl looks at her life. This is what she sees: „Y I am overweight „Y I have no friends „Y My future holds no promise As she slides the bullet in the chamber of her father¡¦s 38 revolver, she thinks; "It¡¦s no use - ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

  • Rodney Johnson Sr., avatar

    Signs Of A Nation In Trouble

    Contributed by Rodney Johnson Sr., on Mar 8, 2003
    based on 27 ratings
     | 4,860 views

    This sermon admonishes us to take an introspective look at our nation in these perilous times.

    Introduction: We are faced with the imminence of biological, nuclear, chemical and various kinds of warefare. The advent of "911" reminds us that we are no longer protected by borders and rivers. We are keenly aware of the suddenness of massive destruction. But what has happen to the veil of Divine ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Anthony Zibolski avatar

    The Life Of Joseph

    Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Dec 18, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,783 views

    Taking a look at Joseph. What it must of been like to raise the son of God.

    The life of Joseph Matthew 1:18-25 Disclaimer: This sermon was prepared with some of the resources available from Sermon central and private study. Introduction- As we begin the second week of Advent. I want to take a look at the life of Mary ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

  • Matthew Sickling avatar

    Is The Handwriting On The Wall?

    Contributed by Matthew Sickling on Apr 1, 2007
    based on 34 ratings
     | 16,447 views

    This sermon takes a look back at ancient Babylon and compares it to modern day America.

    Introduction: Most of you here tonight have probably heard the phrase or expression “The handwriting is on the wall” before. But what some of you many not realize is that the phrase originated from an event that is recorded in the Bible. Turn with me if you will to Daniel 5:1-6. (NIV) On March ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Apocalypse Wow! The Return Of Jesus - Not Just Another Sequel

    Contributed by Daniel Habben on Nov 15, 2004
    based on 4 ratings
     | 2,633 views

    Jesus will return to pay back his enemies and to take back his people.

    What’s your impression of movie sequels? Was Jaws 2 better than Jaws? The Empire Strikes Back an improvement on Star Wars? I usually find sequels to be quite disappointing. It seems to me that they are produced just to capitalize on the success of the first film, not because there is a meaningful ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran