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  • Jake Kircher avatar

    Giving Everything We've Got Series

    Contributed by Jake Kircher on Apr 5, 2007
    based on 14 ratings
     | 4,929 views

    Continuing our conversation about taking in daily nutrition we turn our attention towards giving. How should that play a part in our every day lives?

    Tonight we are going to continue our conversation about taking in Daily Nutrients as we jump deeper and deeper into a relationship with God. Since coming back for the Winter Retreat we have been talking about the importance of hanging out at the feet of Jesus and what that looks like. A few weeks ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Responsibility Is Mine

    Contributed by Scott Carmer on Apr 7, 2007
     | 5,552 views

    We have to take responsibility for the ways we deny and betray Jesus. Judas can’t say, "The Devil Made Me Do It." The responsibility was his.

    The Responsibility is Mine John 13:21-32 Holy Thursday April 5, 2007 Most of you, I am sure, remember the comic Flip Wilson from the late sixties. He is remembered most of all for his character Geraldine and her penchant for hollering out when she committed some breach of social etiquette, “The ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    The Good Shepherd

    Contributed by Ben Peak on Jan 3, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,041 views

    I want us to take some time to gaze upon this shepherd of ours, and I want to talk with you for a little while about some of the traits that He has.

    Have you ever heard or participated in a discussion about which animal humans are most like? Scientists have often tried to liken us with other animals. Lab tests for different medicines and immunizations are performed on rats and mice since their bodily functions are similar to humans. We’ve ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

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    Being Light In Darkness

    Contributed by Richard Schwedes on Jan 13, 2008
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     | 6,831 views

    Isaiah has a prophecy that helps identify the Messiah, and shows God’s characteristics. This prophecy also is something for us to take notice of, as reflectors of God’s light.

    Have you ever visited a maze. Every now and again as a family we seem to end up at one. And over the years I have learnt three things from our visit to a maze. One you don’t want to be in a hurry, being in a hurry will often make the place more frustrating and less enjoyable. Secondly make sure ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    The Mentored Becoming A Mentor

    Contributed by Donny Granberry on Feb 2, 2008
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     | 5,335 views

    Moses raised up a Joshua to take his place, but Joshua failed in that part and there arose a generation that did not know God. It is imparative that we reproduce or faith in the lives of others.

    The Mentored Becoming the Mentor by Pastor Donny Granberry It is quite an honor to be with you at the conference on "Spiritual Fathers," and to be partnering with my Dad makes this a remarkable treat. It is a rare opportunity that your spiritual father and your natural father are one and the ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Steve Shepherd avatar

    More Church Happenings

    Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Sep 4, 2007
    based on 56 ratings
     | 5,337 views

    Let’s take a look at some more happenings in the early church. 1- Great persecution 2- Genuine mourning 3- Gritty preaching 4- Glorious joy

    INTRO.- ILL.- Three churches got together to sponsor a community-wide revival. The churches were Methodist, Baptist and Presbyterian. After the revival had concluded, the three pastors were discussing the results with one another. The Methodist minister said, "The revival worked out great for ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    In God We Still Trust

    Contributed by Richard White on Sep 13, 2008
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     | 6,537 views

    In America, there are those of us who Still Trust In God, as we honor Him he will take care of us. Ideas came from other contributors to sermoncentral.com

    In God we still trust Psalm 33:12 Romans 13:1-7 The founding fathers of America were men of faith in God and God’s Word. America was founded on Biblical truths. The Declaration of Independence declares that all people “are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable rights, that among these ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Procedure Of Performance Series

    Contributed by Donny Granberry on Sep 23, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,898 views

    Just as we expect our children to grow, mature, and excell, God expects the same from His children. We are either regressing or, "Taking it to the next level."

    Taking It To The Next Level 2 “The Procedure of Performance” By: Pastor Donny Granberry Good morning and welcome to Central. A special thank you to all of our guest’s this morning. Be sure to stop be the information booth to receive your gift for being our guest today. This past Sunday Morning I ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    When There Just Isn't Enough? Cold Stone Pots?

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on May 19, 2008
    based on 14 ratings
     | 6,279 views

    Sometimes our rituals and ceremonies can become cold stone pots.It is never enough. Then Jesus takes man’s efforts and rewards people with His presence!

    NOT ENOUGH, THERE JUST ISN’T ENOUGH --- COLD STONE WATER POTS? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com I. INTRODUCTION: A. We walk in some perilous times. Trust God! Nothing will catch Him by surprise. B. There are many laws of nature. What goes up, must come down. If you sow today, don’t ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Steve Shepherd avatar

    Be Strong In The Lord

    Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Jun 11, 2008
    based on 34 ratings
     | 16,338 views

    Let’s think about what is required to be strong in the Lord. It requires: 1- Taking a stand against the devil 2- Putting on the armor of God 3- Praying in the Spirit

    INTRO. - Be strong. Be strong in the Lord. We can choose to be strong in ourselves or we can choose to be strong in the Lord. TAKE YOUR CHOICE! Most people (or many) choose to be strong in themselves. They want to be in control and do their own thing. They pride themselves on being a ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Discerning The Lord's Body

    Contributed by Everett Mccoy on Jul 22, 2008
    based on 14 ratings
     | 18,081 views

    Message I preached in a service where we were sharing the Lord’s Supper. Taking "unworthily" is all about our relationship with the church - the Lord’s body.

    27 Therefore whoever eats this bread or drinks this cup of the Lord in an unworthy manner will be guilty of the body and blood of the Lord. 28 But let a man examine himself, and so let him eat of the bread and drink of the cup. 29 For he who eats and drinks in an unworthy manner eats and drinks ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Tom Fuller avatar

    Man Is Basically Good Series

    Contributed by Tom Fuller on Jan 18, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,573 views

    Thought that might get your attention. The debate about the goodness of man rages, as does the arguments for the existence of God. Paul takes on both in this very hard hitting section.

    How can you know you are dying unless someone tells you ‘you have a terminal disease’? How do you know you need to be set free unless someone tells you ‘you are a captive’? How can you tell something is wrong unless someone tells you what is right? That’s the essence of the rest of Romans 1. Before ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

  • Ross Cochrane avatar

    Genesis 4 - How To Stop Playing The Anger Game Series

    Contributed by Ross Cochrane on Dec 15, 2009
    based on 7 ratings
     | 8,550 views

    In Genesis 4 Cain kills his brother Abel. It didn’t take long for the first murder to happen, only one generation away from Adam and Eve.

    Genesis 4 – How to Stop Playing the Anger Game 1. The Game – “I don’t care and you can’t make me!” I have never really had a problem with anger, but the closest I have come was in a classroom. Teaching in a highschool can be very stressful, and I had put some guys on detention and was supervising ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Ken Hubbard avatar

    Do You Want To Get Well? Series

    Contributed by Ken Hubbard on Feb 11, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,379 views

    A sermon discussing how God can help you take the initiative in your life to improve your situation rather than just continuing to endure what's wrong.

    INTRO: For 38 years this man is stuck in a disappointment Paralyzed in a situation 38 years...no progress...no victory...everyday the same! It seemed as though he would forever be the victim...stuck in a rut „« 38=== 3 Resurrection „« 8 New Beginning * The question is one that's a bit ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Erik Estep avatar

    Making Disciples Series

    Contributed by Erik Estep on Jan 20, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,015 views

    if we’re going to be a biblical community, a community that’s different, then we have to take seriously the command Jesus gave us to make disciples.

    Intro: I’m a huge baseball fan. It doesn’t matter who’s playing on TV, I can pretty much watch the game. Now I do enjoy watching the Braves more than anyone but one of the best World Series games I’ve ever seen was between the Yankees and the Arizona Diamondbacks. I ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist