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  • Pamela Staver avatar

    Beware Of The Preacher Series

    Contributed by Pamela Staver on Dec 9, 2005
    based on 22 ratings
     | 4,557 views

    God doesn’t want us to just take the words of men as final authority; He wants us to study His word and discover his truths for OURSELVES.

    Beware of the Preacher! "Study to Show yourself approved" By Rev. Pamela Staver Let me ask you this question. Why is it so important to love God with your mind and to study His Word for yourself? Well, first of all the bible tells us to "Study to show theyself approved, a workman who does not need ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Tom Fuller avatar

    What Does A Christian Look Like? Series

    Contributed by Tom Fuller on Apr 25, 2005
    based on 7 ratings
     | 17,089 views

    Do you know what a Christian should be like? It may surprise you to learn what God approves of and what He wants to take out of your character.

    What is your idea of what a Christian should be like? I did a Google search using those words the other day and came with the most unbelievable site I think I have ever seen. I won’t mention the name of the church but the page that came up was entitled: "How does God spot a Christian?" I thought ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

  • Paul Fritz avatar

    Why Does God Allow Suffering?

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Sep 16, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,213 views

    Someone asked C.S. Lewis, "Why do the righteous suffer?" "Why not?" he replied. "They’re the only ones who can take it."

    Why Does God Allow Suffering? by Paul Fritz James 1:2-1:3 Suffering - To experience adverse effects of something unpleasant. To feel pain, grief or discomfort. Illustration:Someone asked C.S. Lewis, "Why do the righteous suffer?" "Why not?" he replied. "They’re the only ones who can take ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Brian Bill avatar

    The Name Above Every Name Series

    Contributed by Brian Bill on Dec 27, 2004
    based on 36 ratings
     | 14,489 views

    Specifically we’re going to take a look at the process that Jesus went through for us because there are certainly elements of His coming that don’t sound quite right.

    Have you ever received a Christmas present that you didn’t really like? Here’s what you should say if you get a gift that underwhelms you. * Hey! There’s a gift! * Well, well, well… * This is perfect for wearing around the basement. * To think…I got this the year I vowed to give ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • David Seeley avatar

    Just One Thing

    Contributed by David Seeley on Jan 15, 2005
    based on 104 ratings
     | 19,550 views

    There are several places in God’s Word where the need of the hour came down to just one thing. Take a look at them with me and may God bless you.

    Text: Philippians 3:13 Brethren, I count not myself to have apprehended: but this one thing I do, forgetting those things which are behind, and reaching forth unto those things which are before. Paul, the Apostle, is telling us here what one thing he intends to do. Before we examine his goals I ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

  • Carl Willis avatar

    Changing Your Ways Series

    Contributed by Carl Willis on Aug 22, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,889 views

    The new life in Christ means we have to change our old methods of living. This message examines the changes that should take place in our speech, relationships and actions.

    Changing Your Ways Ephesians 4:25-32 Ephesians 4:25 (HCSB) Since you put away lying, speak the truth, each one to his neighbor, because we are members of one another. Lying Is No Longer an Option  The old self has been put off  A conscious decision  Replaced by new ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Abortion: Where From Here?

    Contributed by William Mouser on Jan 31, 2006
    based on 24 ratings
     | 3,660 views

    On the 33rd anniversary of Roe v. Wade, this sermon points to the stark certainty of eventual judgment and also to specific actions which Christians may take in view of this.

    Psalms 11 & 130, Leviticus 18:21-30, 1 John 3:1-3, Matt. 18:1-7, 10-14 Abortion: Where from here? Today is the 33rd anniversary of the Supreme Court decision known as Roe verses Wade, the decision that declared that our national constitution contained within it an entitlement for any woman in our ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

  • Don Hawks avatar

    Samson And Delilah Series

    Contributed by Don Hawks on Jun 25, 2007
    based on 7 ratings
     | 10,568 views

    Take a fresh look at this story and learn the lesson it has to offer about how to claim the spiritual power that God gives you to fulfull your life’s purpose!

    (answers to blanks at end of outline) INTRODUCTION: In the Bible story, Samson is famous for his________________. We may spend more money on hair care products than any other part of our body. But think of all the things you can do to your hair—you can shampoo it, condition it, comb it, brush ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Brandon Hatfield avatar

    "You Don't Have To Be 'superman' To Be A 'super' Dad!"

    Contributed by Brandon Hatfield on Jun 26, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 10,102 views

    Father’s Day sermon that encourages dads to do all that it takes to be a "Super Dad." Will help the men in your congregation to see how their relationship with their children affects their lives.

    You Don’t Have to be “Superman” to be a “Super” Dad! WGCC Father’s Day, June 17th 2007 There was a father that had three very active boys, maybe some of you here know what that’s like. And one summer evening dad was out playing cops and robbers with his three boys in the backyard after dinner. ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Ed Vasicek avatar

    Determined Believers Series

    Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Jul 16, 2007
     | 4,157 views

    Serving God means more than passive compliance; it also takes proactive zeal. This zeal shows itself in many ways, but today we will look at only two.

    Determined Believers (I Thessalonians 2:13-16) 1. Sometimes we have to create words to express concepts in the Bible, but words the Bible does not use, like The Bible, Trinity, Theology, Services, and mentoring, to name a few. 2. But, when possible, it is usually best to stick with Biblical ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Jose Gomez Sr. avatar

    The Holy Spirit Gifts (The Manual)

    Contributed by Jose Gomez Sr. on Feb 21, 2007
    based on 8 ratings
     | 6,595 views

    Pastor Jose Jr. takes us on a tour of the gifts of the Holy Spirit with some special insight into what they are, how they are used, and how to know if you have them.

    Holy Spirit Gifts - The Manual Pastor Jose Gomez, Jr. Play Audio Objective: To provide instruction on identifying and using the biblical Gifts of the Spirit. I Cor 12:27-28 12:27 - Now you are the body of Christ, and each one of you is a part of it. 12:28 - And in the church God has ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Jon Earls avatar

    Blind As A Bat And Your Ears Need Cleaned Out!

    Contributed by Jon Earls on Mar 13, 2007
    based on 14 ratings
     | 12,271 views

    This sermon deals with the reality of blinded eyes and deafened ears of those who are in sin. May God help us to help take the blinders off and the ear plugs out!

    An elderly woman stood on a busy street corner, hesitant to cross because there was no traffic signal. As she waited, a gentleman came up beside her and asked, “May I cross over with you?” Relieved, she thanked him and took his arm. The path they took was anything but safe. The man seemed to be ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

  • Eric Routon avatar

    Thoughts

    Contributed by Eric Routon on Mar 27, 2008
    based on 7 ratings
     | 11,271 views

    The enemy attacks us through our thoughts. We must take all of our thoughts captive, drag them to Christ and let Him make them obedient.

    Thoughts Prepared by: H. Eric Routon August 7, 2007 “For though we live in the world, we do not wage war as the world does. The weapons we fight with are not the weapons of the world. On the contrary, they have divine power to demolish strongholds. We demolish strongholds. We demolish arguments ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Steve Shepherd avatar

    Church Happenings

    Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Jun 5, 2007
    based on 63 ratings
     | 3,503 views

    In the first church, let’s take a look at what happened and how it relates to the church today. 1- the proclamation of the gospel 2- the persecution of the apostles 3- the proliferation of the church

    INTRO.- Church happenings. What is happening in our churches? ILL.- A group of women were talking. One lady said, “Our congregation is sometimes down to thirty and forty on Sunday night.” Another said, “That’s nothing, sometimes our group is down to six or seven.” An old maid added her bit, ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Billy Ricks avatar

    Have You Lost Your Mind

    Contributed by Billy Ricks on Nov 1, 2007
     | 6,110 views

    It is high time that we as Christians lose our minds . We are challenged in this letter of thankfulness to the Philippians to take on the transformational thinking, and attitude of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.

    Intro: I’m always gripped by stories of people who have managed to develop a different mental attitude than that commonly held by those around them: The poor man who refuses to think poor The sick woman who focuses on what she can do rather than her handicap Such people display the kind of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist