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  • Byron Harvey avatar

    The Church, Taking Care Of Business Series

    Contributed by Byron Harvey on Nov 23, 2007
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     | 3,876 views

    I preach expository messages, and this is the twelfth in my series on the Book of Acts.

    “The Church, Taking Care of Business” Acts 6:1-7 July 29, 2007 Baptist stranded on a desert island is rescued after years by a helicopter pilot who notices three huts on the island. "What’s the first", he asked. "That’s my house", came the reply. "And the second?" "I’m Baptist, and that’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    Doing The Stuff

    Contributed by Fredrik Rich on May 6, 2002
    based on 55 ratings
     | 9,866 views

    This message looks at the raising to life of Tabitha (Dorcas) as a more affective means of evangelism to her community than her good works, good and necessary as they were in preparing the way.

    Reading 1: Acts 9:32-43 Reading 2: Colossians 3:22-4:1 Sermon Miracles don’t really happen anymore, do they? Our passage this morning would certainly suggest that miracles were once common in the church. In fact, the Bible is full of miracles. You might even have your own favourite ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Jesus Family Tree

    Contributed by Marc Bertrand on Nov 30, 2002
    based on 87 ratings
     | 16,072 views

    A look at the four women appearing in the genealogy of Jesus and why they are there.

    The Christmas (Family) Tree of Jesus Preaching Passage: Matthew 1:1-17 Sermonic Process: Analytical I. Charlie Brown didn’t have much of an eye for trees. But then are there really any perfect Christmas trees out there. Strange how a tree that looks so good in the lot can suddenly develop a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Twelve Tribes Of Israel Part 2 Northern, Dan, Naphtali And Ash Series

    Contributed by Bruce Lee on Nov 6, 2011
    based on 7 ratings
     | 12,607 views

    Detailed individial look at each of the twelve tribes of Israel. With focus on the unique name and mission as a tribe fullfilling God’s plan.

    The Twelve Tribes of Israel (Part 2) Northern, Dan, Naphtali and Asher “And Jacob called unto his sons, and said, Gather yourselves together, that I may tell you that which shall befall you in the last days.” (Genesis 49:1) Intro: Last Sunday we started a sermon series titled “The Twelve ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Second Most Uncomfortable Subject

    Contributed by Thomas Bowen on Jun 2, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,704 views

    Stewarship - tihe - YOUR Money What should we give and what does God want?

    The second most uncomfortable subject Deuteronomy 14:22-39 Two Weeks ago we talked about the membership pledge and how it is only through the person of the church…“the body of Jesus Christ” that we will ever come close to the appearance of perfection. It is through the church that Christ lives ...read more

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    Denomination: Congregational

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    The Blessing That Was Found In A Pot Of Oil

    Contributed by Charles Mccall on May 10, 2008
    based on 21 ratings
     | 34,080 views

    Sometimes our blessings are found in the most unusaul places.

    2nd Kings 4:1-7 Topic: The blessiing that was found in a pot of oil In 2nd Kings 4:1-7, we read about a poor widow mother who was once married to a prophet, who was one of the sons, or one of the associates, or one of the servants of Elisha the prophet, who was known to be a mighty prophet ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Raise Up Seed For Your Brother

    Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Oct 1, 2015
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    To show that every believer was raised up together with the Seed, the LORD JESUS and will never experience death anymore in this life and in the life to come. Galatians 3:16 (Amplified Bible) Now the promises (covenants, agreements) were decreed and mad

    I. EXORDIUM: Will you live a long life? Yes. I'm raised with JESUS. Proverbs 3:16 (Amplified Bible) Length of days is in her right hand, and in her left hand are riches and honor. Romans 8:11 (Amplified Bible) And if the Spirit of Him Who raised up Jesus from the dead dwells in you, [then] He ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Jubilee Series

    Contributed by Vic Folkert on Oct 3, 2018
     | 14,743 views

    Jubilee provides a glimpse of God's plan for his people to thrive, and insight into his priorities. In the spirit of Jubilee, we have a heart for the poor, work for social justice (opportunity and responsibility), and live joyfully as the church in the kingdom of God

    JUBILEE—Leviticus 25 (Project a picture of the Liberty Bell, with the inscription, “Lev. XXV V.X Proclaim liberty throughout the land to all the inhabitants thereof.”) The Liberty Bell is often connected with freedom from British rule, as the bell was rung for the first reading of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Wicked Troubles Series

    Contributed by D Marion Clark on Jul 13, 2012
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,327 views

    Sometimes we bring our troubles on ourselves (and on others). That is the case of the wicked as these proverbs note.

    Introduction Troubles; we’ve all got them. Sometimes we keep quiet about them; sometimes we moan loudly. We write songs about them. Indeed, much of the world’s great literature, music and art have sprung from troubles. But sometimes we bring our troubles on ourselves (and on ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Get Up

    Contributed by Wayne Lawson on Apr 6, 2023
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     | 12,119 views

    Tabitha, who is also known as Dorcas, whose name means Gazelle, was the first woman explicitly called a disciple in the book of Acts. What did she do that merited being called a disciple?

    TITLE: GET UP SCRIPTURE: ACTS 9:36-43 I am glad to return to the pulpit as Sis. Lawson and I struggled with COVID the past week and a half. My desire was to honor our woman last Sunday as March was “Women History Month.” I do want to recognize the importance and critical role women have in the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Random Acts Of Kindness

    Contributed by Carla Powell on Jan 8, 2003
    based on 64 ratings
     | 13,086 views

    Uses Biblical story of the Sheep and the Goats to talk about the way to live out kindness and love in life. Presents three stories of "random acts of kindness" done by people.

    Grace be to you and peace from God our Father and from our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Amen. Let me tell you a true story about kindness between two very different people who lived far away from one another: Beverly Powell (no relation), a cleaning lady from New Mexico, read a story in the ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Jake Kircher avatar

    Two Sides To The Same Coin Series

    Contributed by Jake Kircher on Apr 9, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,363 views

    Justice or righteousness? Churches tend to pick one or the other. Which one did Jesus pick?

    To kick off our time together, I want to look at two words and talk about what comes to mind when you hear them. So, grab 4 or five people around you and gather into small groups and let’s start with the first word. When you hear the word “righteousness” what do you think about? What does the word ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Outward Appearances Series

    Contributed by Bobby Stults on Oct 30, 2010
     | 8,010 views

    Outward appearances were the focus of the religious leaders, but Jesus taught a different teaching...

    Luke 21:1-4 Outward Appearances October 27, 2010  Set the stage: To fully understand what is being taught in v.1-4 of chapter 21 we must remember what we learned in Chapter 20. So let’s do a bit of a review of sorts to reacclimate ourselves with what Jesus is teaching in Chapter ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    "God Is With Us"

    Contributed by Ken Sauer on Jun 2, 2010
    based on 6 ratings
     | 6,879 views

    Jesus reaches out to us saying, “Don’t cry. It really will be alright,” and if we are willing-- if our eyes are open to God’s never ending presence among us, if we look for Him in the dim and mist of our confusion, hurt and pain--we will see that He is ri

    Luke 7:11-17 “God is with Us” By: Ken Sauer, Pastor of East Ridge United Methodist Church, Chattanooga, TN What is it that you most dread in this upcoming week, month or year? Maybe it’s something that you know is going to happen, like a traumatic move to a new house, school, ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    "how Much More"

    Contributed by Ken Sauer on Feb 13, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 2,793 views

    A sermon about how much more God's grace and love is than Adam's sin.

    “How Much More” Romans 5:6-21 Who understood all that? This morning we are continuing our Sermon Series on Paul’s Letter to the Romans. This letter to the early Church in Rome contains some of the Church’s most important theological writings. At the same time, they can be challenging to ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist