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  • Charles Mallory avatar

    Salvaging Sleepy Sardis Series

    Contributed by Charles Mallory on Feb 14, 2002
    based on 81 ratings
     | 7,474 views

    So that we do not become spiritually drowsy, we learn to take inventory of our spiritual lives through remembrance, obedience, and repentance.

    THERE IS NOTHING WORSE THAN DEAD ORTHODOXY AND DEAD TRADITIONALISM IN A DEAD CHURCH. A DEAD CHURCH WHERE NOBODY JOINS, GETS SAVED OR FEELS COMPELLED TO PUT FORTH ANY EFFORT INTO THE CHURCH’S MINISTRIES. NO WONDER THE LORD CAME UPON SARDIS AND TOLD THEM TO "WAKE UP!" SARDIS WAS A CHURCH THAT WAS ...read more

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    Denomination: Free Methodist

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    Born Again Series

    Contributed by Andrew Moffatt on Dec 30, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,611 views

    A new year, a new beginning. Jesus tells Nicodemus that to enter the kingdom of God, he must be born of water and the Spirit! This holds fast for all who would follow Christ and enter the kingdom of God. "You must be born again" (Jesus)

    On a practical level I really do like to garden, those of you who have listened to me preach for a while have probably heard me blather on about my vege garden, it’s looking great at present, I’ve got courgettes growing, tomatoes vines just starting to bear fruit, I’ve already harvested ...read more

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    Denomination: Salvation Army

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    Sitting @ The Feet Of Jesus: We Find Mercy Series

    Contributed by Louis Pantelis on Sep 16, 2009
    based on 5 ratings
     | 6,852 views

    This continues our series of messages concerning what folks experienced as they entered into the presence of Christ, humbly taking their place at His feet.

    Sitting @ the feet of Jesus- We find mercy Mark 7:24 – 30 A Christian couple from the south decides that they want to get a dog. As they are walking down the street in town, they notice that a sign in the pet shop is advertising "Christian Puppies." Their interest piqued, they go inside. "How ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Getting Connected (Pt. 2)

    Contributed by Chris Talton on Dec 19, 2003
    based on 44 ratings
     | 3,575 views

    This sermon explains what abiding in Christ means and the changes that will take place in your life when you practice abiding.

    Nov. 16, 2003 John 15 “Getting connected” (pt. 2) INTRODUCTION I want to teach you a new phrase today. Repeat this after me: “Ham, henek met.” Do it again. [say it] Louder this time. [say it] Now real soft. [say it] Now like you really mean it. Say it with some passion. [say ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Going Beyond Series

    Contributed by Edward Hardee on Jul 6, 2019
     | 6,611 views

    Second mile walking means we take the extra way. We go beyond what is expected in love and forgiveness.

    Title: Going Beyond Theme: Showing the importance of taking the extra step. Text: Matthew 5:41 "You have heard that it was said, 'An eye for an eye and a tooth for a tooth.'But I tell you not to resist an evil person. But whoever slaps you on your right cheek, turn the other to him ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

  • Ernie Arnold avatar

    Discipleship - It's Not What You May Think Series

    Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Aug 19, 2016
    based on 1 rating
     | 8,725 views

    In this passage Jesus shares with us the true meaning of what it takes to be His Disciple. It's not an A, B, C formula.

    Scripture: Luke 14:25-33 Title: Discipleship - It's Not What You May Think Proposition: In this passage Jesus shares with us the true meaning of what it takes to be His Disciple. It's not an A, B, C formula. INTRO: Grace and peace from God our Father and from His Son Jesus Christ ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    The Rapture Of The Church

    Contributed by John Putty on Apr 14, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 11,163 views

    In 2010, when the movie 2012 was released, I used it as a platform to discuss end time prophecy. I hold a pretribulation view regarding the rapture but understand that other BIblical views are held by very wise and godly men. My notes are scattered and

    2012: The Rapture of the Church 7 things you can do if you get bored in church! 1. Slap your neighbor. See if they turn the other cheek. If not, raise your hand and tell the preacher. 2. Devise ways of climbing into the balcony without using the stairs. 3. Listen for your preacher to use a word ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    The Power Of The Pedigree

    Contributed by Ralf Bergmann on Sep 8, 2004
    based on 26 ratings
     | 3,843 views

    Let me make this suggestion to anyone who is stopping just short of making a commitment to Jesus. Do not allow ridiculously minor details to hold you back. If the conviction of the Holy Spirit is telling you to begin a relationship, then by all means co

    Sermon Title: The Power of the Pedigree Text: I Timothy 1:12-20 Date: July 27, 2003 AM Context of Scripture: This morning, we will be continuing in our study of Paul’s first letter to his student Timothy. I have entitled this morning’s message, “The Power of the Pedigree”, because we will be ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    Baptism And Communion - The Power And Importance Of Symbolism

    Contributed by Daniel J. Little on Dec 5, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,109 views

    Why do so many road signs use only symbols to convey their message? Because the message is recognizable and understood almost instantly, and because unlike words, symbols hold their meaning and are very often universally understood. Perhaps that is why Go

    THE POWER OF SYMBOLISM 12-04-11 Pastor Dan Little AdFontes.djl@gmail.com This morning after the baptism service, we will come to the Communion Table. That being the case I want to talk to you about the power of symbolism. Communicating by symbols is a very powerful form of communication. Think ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

  • Joseph Smith avatar

    Facing The Consequences Of Mistakes: Thrashing Threshing Series

    Contributed by Joseph Smith on Aug 6, 2007
    based on 19 ratings
     | 17,375 views

    All have sinned; that holds back from being what we could be. Admit that sin is real; acknowledge responsbility for its consequences; see that always there is a price to be paid for sin, but Jesus paid it all. Montgomery Hills Baptist Church

    The longer we live, the more we have to be thankful for. Isn’t that true? The longer we live, the more blessings we receive, and therefore the more we have to be thankful for. If you are thirty years old, you can count your blessings, name them one by one. If you are fifty years old, you can ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    "When The People Have A Mind To Work”

    Contributed by Martin & Elder Nedra Wilson on Nov 28, 2003
    based on 41 ratings
     | 31,351 views

    As we take a look at the world and the church we see that the area of commitment is a part of all our lives that needs much work.

    “When the People have a Mind to Work” 2 Kings 2:1-15 As we take a look at the world and the church we see that the area of commitment is a part of all our lives that needs much work. As I was thinking about this I ask the Lord to show me were the real problem was that causes us not to be able to ...read more

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    Denomination: Apostolic

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    Pray For Discernment: Fight The Confusion

    Contributed by Kelly Durant on Jan 21, 2017
     | 7,936 views

    So many people, even Christians, are confused on what is right and wrong because of the current climate of the flood of lies being spread by all news sources. We must hold to the Holy Spirit and God's Word to illuminate us with the truth of God.

    Pray for Discernment: Fight The Confusion Capt. Kelly Durant Isaiah 5:20 Woe to those who call evil good and good evil, who put darkness for light and light for darkness, who put bitter for sweet and sweet for bitter. 1 Corinthians 14:33 For God is not the author of confusion ...read more

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    Denomination: Salvation Army

  • John Lowe avatar

    What Kind Of Ground Am I?

    Contributed by John Lowe on Oct 28, 2015
     | 7,920 views

    Are you rootless? Those in this category get excited for a while when they hear the word. But, when it gets tough, they aren’t...because they haven’t developed the capacity to hang in there by holding onto at least what they know for now.

    10-7-04 What Kind of Ground Am I? Text: Luke 8:4-15; Hebrews 5:11-14 Our text is Luke 8:4-15, and later we will use a passage in Hebrews; Hebrews 5:11-14. Listen as I read God’s Word. [4] While a large crowd was gathering and people were coming to Jesus from town after town, he told ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Cast Your Nets

    Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Apr 30, 2019
     | 8,815 views

    Is anything holding us back? Let’s discuss putting the mistakes of the past behind us and moving forward. Let’s discuss how Jesus helped his disciples move forward after their failures in John 21:1-19.

    Is anything holding us back? Let’s discuss putting the mistakes of the past behind us and moving forward. Let’s discuss how Jesus helped his disciples move forward after their failures in John 21:1-19.[1] John 21:1-5 Afterward Jesus appeared again to his disciples, by the Sea of Galilee. It ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jon Daniels avatar

    Frogs Or Lizards?

    Contributed by Jon Daniels on Jul 24, 2023
     | 1,557 views

    Based on Matthew 28:16-20 - Challenges hearers to consider the importance of a "whatever it takes" attitude to reach people for Christ.

    “FROGS OR LIZARDS” Matthew 18:16-20 FBCF – 7/23/23 Jon Daniels INTRO – My wife hates frogs & lizards. That’s not a good thing for 2 mischievous 3 yr-old grandsons to know! Question: Are we a “frog” church or a “lizard” church? FBC, B’haven literally was a lizard church! When I was Youth ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist