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  • Jerry Falwell avatar

    The Myth Of Neutrality

    Contributed by Jerry Falwell on Sep 10, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,794 views

    How to not take the road of "Easy Christianity", and ask the question, "What can I sacrifice for Christ?" not "What can Christ do for me?"

    THE MYTH OF NEUTRALITY By Jerry Falwell Thesis: You Can’t Live in the Middle You Must Cross From One Side to the Other A. INTRODUCTION Many want "Easy Christianity," also called, "Easy Believism." They take long vacations from church, and are not loyal in attendance and tithes. They ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Sitting @ The Feet Of Jesus: We Are Instructed Series

    Contributed by Louis Pantelis on Sep 16, 2009
    based on 5 ratings
     | 7,803 views

    this continues our series of messages considering what people expereinced as they humbly enterend inton the presence of Christ, taking their place at His feet

    Sitting @ the Feet of Jesus: We are instructed! Luke 10:38 – 42 There were two old geezers living in the backwoods of the Ozarks: Rufus and Clarence. They lived on opposite sides of the river and they hated each other. Every morning, just after sunup, Rufus and Clarence would go down to their ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    The Peace Of God

    Contributed by William Lock on Oct 8, 2009
    based on 12 ratings
     | 6,981 views

    Striving for peace is not easy and takes a lot of work on our part? But God promises his peace to those who strive to serve him.

    And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus. Philippians 4:7 Think of those brief moments that represent Peace for you…experiences in nature, with family, friends, at work...times of complete freedom…quiet, pure, alivewhat is ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Michael Stark avatar

    Your Mission--Stand Series

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Oct 18, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,383 views

    Christians are not appointed to take new ground from the enemy. Rather, we are appointed to occupy ground which the Master has already won.

    EPHESIANS 6:11, 13, 14 YOUR MISSION – STAND “Put on the whole armour of God, that you may be able to stand against the schemes of the devil. “Therefore take up the whole armour of God, that you may be able to withstand in the evil day, and having done all, to stand firm. Stand therefore.” ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Are You Following Jesus?

    Contributed by Rick Crandall on May 25, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,708 views

    Are you following Jesus? We can look into the Word of God and see, because following Jesus takes me to new places in life.

    Are You Following Jesus? John 1:40-42, Matt 4:18-22, Mark 8:27-30, Mark 8:31-35 Sermon by Rick Crandall McClendon Baptist Church - May 17, 2009 *Are you following Jesus? The biggest mistake we can make in life is not following Jesus. Matthew Stoll compared it to being in a burning building with ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    What Is Baptism?

    Contributed by Scott Bayles on Apr 26, 2009
    based on 10 ratings
     | 8,120 views

    This sermon takes a biblically balanced view of baptism and what it symbolizes. It is topical and alliterated. Power Point is available, just e-mail me.

    If this sermon is helpful to you look for my latest book, “The Greatest Commands: Learning To Love Like Jesus.” Each chapter is sermon length, alliterated, and focuses on the life and love of Jesus. You can find it here: www.amazon.com/gp/product/1606471120 WHAT IS BAPTISM? Scott Bayles, ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    And Now The Rest Of The Story

    Contributed by Johnny Carver on Feb 26, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,154 views

    What happens after you become a Christian? How can you grow beyond the enemies attacks? Let’s take a look.

    Scripture: Isaiah 51:1 Title: “AND NOW THE REST OF THE STORY” Introduction: Paul Harvey made this statement famous. It would be hard to hear these words spoken without thinking about Paul Harvey. It would also be difficult to not EXPECT to hear something worth hearing after he said those words. ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Part 5 - The Temptation Of Jesus Series

    Contributed by Rev. Bruce A. Shields on Jul 7, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,554 views

    Looking at what happen when we make a public confession for the Lord and receive the Holy Spirit, taking our first step into ministry.

    The Commission Part 6 – The Temptation of Jesus Pastor Bruce A. Shields House of Faith – www.PS127.org WELCOME INTRODUCTION TO SERMON PRAYER FOR HOLY SPIRIT AND UNDERSTANDING SCRIPTURE READING Matthew 4:1 – 11 “1 Then Jesus was led by the Spirit into the desert to be tempted by the devil. 2 ...read more

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    Denomination: Bible Church

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    Week 4: Be Series

    Contributed by Timothy Eldred on Jul 25, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,295 views

    Jesus doesn’t intend for us to be disciples forever. One day soon he will call us friends, and we will take on disciples.

    A NOTE FROM THE AUTHOR: Dear Pastor, I want to thank you for taking the time to teach the Pray21 principles of Believe, Belong, Become, and Be from your pulpit during the next few weeks. As a pastor myself, I know how dedicated you are to accurately teaching God’s Word, so I have worked hard to ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    "Full Life" Investment (1 Of 4, Stewardship)

    Contributed by Dale Pilgrim on Mar 30, 2008
    based on 3 ratings
     | 5,697 views

    Stewardship is God’s invitation to us to experience freedom rather than live as slaves. Are you ready to take a journey of faith and liberation?

    Church Humor (from The Daily Dilly, 1/6/03) as cited at http://bible.christianity.com/SermonHelps/11546199/ “Here are some comments you’ll probably never hear at church: 1.Hey! It’s my turn to sit in the front pew. 2.I was so enthralled, I never noticed your sermon went 25 minutes over time. ...read more

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    Denomination: Salvation Army

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    Romans, Part 27 Series

    Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Mar 24, 2011
     | 3,520 views

    Concluding Chapter 8 Paul discusses HOW believers can witness for Christ; simply by being obedient and willing to take a stand for Jesus.

    Romans, Part 27 Romans 8:31-39 Introduction - Living for God is a command that we each must follow, totally, and completely - It is not open for debate, and is something we must know that we can do it - Tonight, we are going to conclude Chapter 8 and talk about the “HOW” - Stand and ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Dr. Jerry N. Watts avatar

    What’s In It For Me Series

    Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Jun 13, 2010
     | 4,757 views

    Taking this popular mantra and applying it to James 1:12, the message brings to light how thin and shallow this approach to life really is.

    How to Do Life What’s In It for ME? James 1:12 * (Show the title on the screen.) Please read this phrase with me (read). Last week I Googled this phrase and returned 414,000,000 hits. We live in a “What’s in it for me (WIIFM)” culture. It begins with people’s approach to government which only ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Conflict In The Church Series

    Contributed by Tim Huie on Apr 14, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,473 views

    Church conflict takes many forms, but most church conflict has one root cause... ungodly wisdom at work in the body of Christ.

    1. Illus. of Danny C’s church • Talked with a guy about his church. He was high on his church. He couldn’t have been more excited about fellowship and what was going on there! • Then he made a strange statement. He said, “We have a unique ministry here. Most of our members are people who had just ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    God's Woodshed

    Contributed by Tim Huie on Apr 17, 2008
    based on 3 ratings
     | 4,689 views

    What happens when we disobey God and He has to take us into His "woodshed?" Hebrews 12 tells us exactly.

    1. Illus. of my dad as a boy • Lived on a farm, had a woodshed. Last thing you wanted was an invitation to join my grandfather in the woodshed. • Local pastor named Brother Douglas had a radio show they listened to each Saturday. • Once my dad was smarting off at the dinner table. When my ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Aubrey Vaughan avatar

    Justification Through Faith Is Nothing New. Series

    Contributed by Aubrey Vaughan on Apr 29, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,438 views

    Paul takes his critics back to the OT to reveal that justification through faith is not some Pauline idea but Gods right from the begining.

    ROMANS 4: JUSTIFICATION THROUGH FAITH IS NOTHING NEW. • HAVE YOU EVER HEARD SOMETHING NEW FOR THE FIRST TIME AND IT HAS JUST BLOWN YOUR MIND AWAY? MAYBE IT HAS BECOME UNCOMFORTABLE, BECAUSE IT IS CHALLENGING ALL THOSE PRECONCEIVED IDEAS AND BELIEFS YOU HOLD. WHAT YOU HEAR DOESN’T FIT INTO YOU ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist