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  • chris summers avatar

    Are You Saved Or Are You Redeemed.

    Contributed by Chris Summers on Mar 4, 2008
     | 6,526 views

    Being saved and being redeemed , is there a difference?

    Are you saved or are you redeemed? Good morning. The question for today is, “Is there a difference between being saved and being redeemed? “ The answer is yes, and no. Let’s look at this for a bit. Being saved is one thing, most of us proclaim to be saved but being redeemed is ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Man Proposes But God Disposes

    Contributed by Mark Roper on Apr 8, 2008
    based on 13 ratings
     | 24,316 views

    People can make plans; God determines how things will turn out

    Man proposes but God disposes Thomas a Kempis. Wrote the second most widely read Christian text after the Bible itself the Imitation of Christ. It contains many sensitively and wisely expressed insights into spirituality and morals. In Chapter 19 of Book 1 we find: "For the resolutions of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    "Saints Both Weak And Strong" Romans Pt. 20 Series

    Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Sep 6, 2007
    based on 2 ratings
     | 4,684 views

    Romans 14 challenges the “Saint” to look out for their brothers and sisters in Christ and to make sure that they don’t become a stumbling block or obstacle. They need to do this because one day they will stand before the Judgment Seat of Christ and give a

    “Saints Both Weak and Strong!” Romans pt. 20 Opening Illustration: Louie Giglio: What is God’s Purpose for My Life? From Blue Fish Tv.com Point: Our teacher in this illustration helps us to see that the purpose for my life is also wrapped up in the way I live my life on a daily basis. It deals ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    God's Check List (A) Series

    Contributed by Rick Pendleton on Jan 9, 2013
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,892 views

    In the first chapter of Colossians, Paul, the writer, addressed his remarks "to the saints and faithful brethren,". In verse 2 he went on to describe exactly what it meant to be a faithful brother or sister in Christ. This sermon is Part 1

    God's Check List (A) Colossians 1:1-12 When I was in high school my father had his pilot’s license. We used to fly all over the place and I got to fly the plane most of the time when I was with him. Before we could crank the plane there was a check list that we had to go through checking off ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Tim White avatar

    Without The Hand Of God Series

    Contributed by Tim White on Jun 19, 2009
    based on 5 ratings
     | 5,940 views

    Without the Hand of God in our lives, we cannot believe God, will hate His Messenger, and will be gullible to any and every opinion.

    • Who can ever forget Winston Churchill’s immortal words: "We shall fight on the beaches, we shall fight on the landing grounds, we shall fight in the fields and in the streets, we shall fight in the hills." • It sounds exactly like our family vacation. • Family life is difficult for all of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Great Wealth Of Contentment Series

    Contributed by Sherm Nichols on Jan 17, 2013
     | 4,136 views

    I want my audience to become very conscious of the effects of covetousness and to replace it with contentment

    I was doing OK. Really, I was. Life was pretty good. But then, I heard that if I want to feel right, I need to get a Bowflex. I don’t have a Bowflex, so, I suddenly realize I’m not as healthy as I should be. I can’t be. That guy in the ad has better abs than I do – ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Welcome Home!

    Contributed by Jonathan Kruschel on Apr 25, 2019
     | 6,145 views

    This first person sermon hears the account of the prodigal son from the prodigal son himself. His story is our story - a story of God's amazing grace!

    This morning I would like to speak to you as if I was that prodigal, wasteful and reckless son that we heard about in our gospel lesson. I come to you this morning to share my story, the same story that Jesus shared with a rather diverse group of people who had gathered around him from every walk ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    You Are A Giant-Killer But Don't Know It. Series

    Contributed by Jeremiah Menyongai on Sep 5, 2016
    based on 2 ratings
     | 20,475 views

    When God chooses a man, He will present that man with an opportunity to vindicate his call before men. David is called by God, but that call is private until God brings him to the surface. Goliath becomes that means of public exposure for David.

    Series: David - A Man After God¡¦s Own Heart: Part 5: You Are A Giant Killer But Don¡¦t Know It (1&2) 1 Samuel 17: 1 Now the Philistines gathered their forces for war and assembled at Sokoh in Judah. They pitched camp at Ephes Dammim, between Sokoh and Azekah. 2 Saul and the Israelites assembled ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    Gay, But Not Happy

    Contributed by Brad Froese on Jul 18, 2006
    based on 10 ratings
     | 4,600 views

    An encouraging (but reforming) sermon for people who are ’gay’ but not happy.

    Today, I will be using the term ‘gay’ in both its original form and its contemporary form, so let me define it both ways for you this morning. Originally, GAY meant: to be characterized by colorful and lighthearted excitement: MERRY. As in, “Have a GAY day!” In the old days, wishing your neighbor ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Where Is Dr. Phil When Jacob Needs Him Series

    Contributed by Scott Carmer on Feb 25, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,335 views

    Jacob had periods in his life when he could have used some psychological intervention by someone like Dr. Phil. But in the end, he grew up, put his past behind him and became a great man.

    Where is Dr. Phil When Jacob Needs Him? Genesis 25:19-34 February 24, 2008 Our son Matthew did his first two years of college (actually it took him three years to do his first two years) at Vincennes University. We were living in Elkhart at the time and VU had a satellite campus there. So Matt ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Fr Mund Cargill Thompson avatar

    That Sentence

    Contributed by Fr Mund Cargill Thompson on Jan 22, 2011
    based on 10 ratings
     | 7,062 views

    When I was thirteen, a young lad only three years older than me said something that would change my life for ever. A single sentence of his is the reason I am a Christian today. What was it? (A sermon for Epiphany 3 preached at my then parish of Holy Trinity Barkingside)

    ...................................................................................................................... When I was thirteen, a young lad only three years older than me said something that would change my life for ever. A single sentence of his is the reason I am a Christian today. ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

  • Reverend Cooper McWhirter avatar

    The Pursuit Of Excellence: "Finishing Life Well"

    Contributed by Reverend Cooper Mcwhirter on Sep 27, 2016
     | 7,606 views

    Mediocrity is NOT an option!

    Sermon Preached at Grace Community Church (EPC) Sun City Grand, Surprise, AZ Sunday, April 17, 2016 by the Reverend Cooper McWhirter The Pursuit of Excellence: “Finishing Life Well!” [Part Two] Philippians 3:12-21 My fifth grade teacher, Mrs. Seibing, was a real taskmaster! But as ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Bruce Rzengota avatar

    Descending Into Glory Series

    Contributed by Bruce Rzengota on Dec 30, 2010
     | 2,823 views

    THE GLORY OF CHRISTMAS WILL BE DISCOVERED IN THE INCARNATION OR LOST IN THE HOLIDAY PRODUCTION

    Descending into Glory December 19, 2010 Phi 2:1-11 INTRODUCTION The Production of Christmas In 1980 the Crystal Cathedral was dedicated. In 1981 the beautiful living nativity, The Glory of Christmas premiered inside the first all-glass church. The Cathedral seats 2,736 for church ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

  • Rick Burdette avatar

    Mary's Song Series

    Contributed by Rick Burdette on Dec 1, 2017
     | 9,419 views

    Humility, God's Greatness, Surrender

    THE SONGS OF CHRISTMAS - Mary’s Song December 4, 2022 Luke 1:46-56 (read after intro) Introduction: If you do a Google search for Christmas songs you’ll pull up around 55 million websites. But if you refine the search you can look under Keywords “Songs of Christmas” and ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Andrew - Always On The Lookout Series

    Contributed by Allan Quak on Dec 14, 2005
    based on 17 ratings
     | 14,145 views

    When it comes to being disciples we can fall into the trap of thinking that we have to be an upfront person otherwise we cannot be effective witnesses. The example of Andrew demonstrates that such is not the case.

    Message John 1:35-42 Andrew - Always on the Lookout Message Have you noticed that there are many “lists” available for living successfully in this world? • Here are the 12 steps for those who are struggling with debt. • Recently I was emailed a list of “36 habits to reduce stress”. • Then there ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist