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  • Mark Woolsey avatar

    0803b Trinity Iii: The Hound Of Heaven, Part Ii Series

    Contributed by Mark Woolsey on Jun 7, 2008
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     | 4,543 views

    The lesson from these parables is that Jesus DOES give up on some people, and that only seeing it in this way is there any good news. If you think the message of these stories is that God never gives up on anyone, I suggest you have gotten it backwards.

    Sermon: The Hound of Heaven, Part II Text: Luke 15:1-10 Occasion: Trinity III Who: Mark Woolsey When: Sunday, June 8, 2008 Where: Providence Reformed Episcopal Church Luke 15:1-10, NKJV: Then all the tax collectors and the sinners drew near to Him to hear Him. And the Pharisees and scribes ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

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    The Witness Of Scriptures Series

    Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Jun 9, 2008
    based on 54 ratings
     | 31,596 views

    Openness to God precedes the reception of Scripture truth. We are not to guide Scriptures, they are to guide us...to God. We are not to make Scriptures say what we think or want them to say, but let them say what God desires to reveal.

    JOHN 5: 39-47 THE WITNESS OF THE SCRIPTURES [Luke 24: 25-27, 44-49 / Luke 16: 19-31] The previous passage tried to teach us that openness to belief must precede the reception of truth. Now John affirms that openness to God precedes the reception ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Ryan Akers avatar

    What's The Big Deal About Alcohol Anyways? Series

    Contributed by Ryan Akers on Jul 2, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,933 views

    Alcohol is a major problem in our culture and a political hot topic within the American Church. But what does God really think about it? Is it sin? Is it evil? Or is it okay in moderation? Pastor Ryan attempts to answer these and more in part 2 of his for

    Forbidden Part 2- What’s The Bid Deal About Alcohol Anyways? Pastor Ryan Akers Hymn #365- A pastor was preaching on alcohol one Sunday and to finish up his sermon with some passion he said, “If I had all the beer in the world, I would throw it into the river!” Then with a little more passion and ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

  • Jonathan Falwell avatar

    Deal Or No Deal: The Choice Is Yours - It's Not My Testimony

    Contributed by Jonathan Falwell on Apr 28, 2008
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     | 13,625 views

    Today, I want to focus on one unique perspective when talking about one’s testimony -- I want you to think of your testimony as a GIFT, A GIFT you can give certain people in life as a gift that keeps on giving.

    Deal or No Deal, The Choice is Yours It’s Not My Testimony, It’s His! Four weeks ago, we began a new sermon series entitled Deal or No Deal? The Choice is Yours! I wanted to talk about making the choice to obey God and not waver from His ideal for your life in the following areas of your life: ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Prophecy Conference

    Contributed by Steven Spillman on May 2, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 2,947 views

    This was a prophecy conference. At prophecy conferences people talk about what hasn’t happened yet, but what they believe will happen based on what they think the Bible says about what will happen, held up to the light of what’s happening now.

    Elaine and I were out all of last week at an “equipping the saints” conference. It wasn’t really named “equipping the saints,” but you know what I mean. It was a conference for Christians by Christians, with subject matter focused on a particular facet of the faith. This one was about “prophecy.” ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Accepting People Into The Church

    Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Oct 16, 2007
    based on 60 ratings
     | 7,545 views

    When new people come into the church they need attention just as Saul needed it. Let’s think about specific needs they have. 1- They need acceptance 2- They need protection 3- They need patience 4- They need instruction

    INTRO.- How were you treated the first time you ever came to church? Obviously, if you were raised in the church as a child, more than likely, you were treated well. Of course, if a certain little child comes to the preacher, looks up at him and says, "You have a big belly." That child WILL NOT ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Jerry Shirley avatar

    The Proof Is In The Pudding

    Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Jan 27, 2010
    based on 50 ratings
     | 16,040 views

    I think you can tell when someone has been with Jesus…the proof is in the pudding, and you can see it all over their face! Taste and see that the Lord is good! Link inc. to formatted text, audio, PowerPoint.

    The Proof is in the Pudding 2 Corinthians 3 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/ProofInPudding.html The world wants proof, and we have it, I believe. And I rejoice in sharing proofs from science, archaeology, medicine, history, etc. But I don’t need those proofs personally anymore, because I’ve ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jeff Budzinski avatar

    The Practical Living Series Series

    Contributed by Jeff Budzinski on Jul 30, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,367 views

    • If you are continually stressed out and troubled, it is time to change your mindset. • Consider whether your thoughts align with God's Word or the world's way of thinking. • As Christians, we are not to carry worry and stress. We must be careful not

    Introduction • If you are continually stressed out and troubled, it is time to change your mindset. • Consider whether your thoughts align with God's Word or the world's way of thinking. • As Christians, we are not to carry worry and stress. We must be careful not to blend in ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Practical Living Series Series

    Contributed by Jeff Budzinski on Jul 30, 2010
    based on 3 ratings
     | 4,833 views

    • If you are continually stressed out and troubled, it is time to change your mindset. • Consider whether your thoughts align with God's Word or the world's way of thinking. • As Christians, we are not to carry worry and stress. We must be careful not

    Introduction • If you are continually stressed out and troubled, it is time to change your mindset. • Consider whether your thoughts align with God's Word or the world's way of thinking. • As Christians, we are not to carry worry and stress. We must be careful not to blend in ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Dan Cormie avatar

    Peace & Fire

    Contributed by Dan Cormie on Aug 15, 2010
     | 5,762 views

    In Luke 12 Jesus asks His disciples if they think He came to bring peace on earth and then - without giving them a chance to respond - He makes; what to me seems like a shocking statement, “No, I tell you, but division.”

    Dakota Community Church Revised Common Lectionary August 15, 2010 Peace & Fire Quick background notes: A.) This month’s book of the month is “Why Johnny Can’t Preach” by T. David Gordon Excerpt: “I’ve really desired something fairly simple for my family: to be able to talk intelligently about ...read more

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    Denomination: Mennonite

  • C. Philip Green avatar

    The Freedom Of Maturity Series

    Contributed by C. Philip Green on Mar 26, 2009
    based on 2 ratings
     | 5,035 views

    This message encourages people to grow up and think for themselves. In the history of redemption, God’s people were once children in His eyes. Now, since Christ has redeemed us, we are adult sons, free from the guardianship of the law.

    The Freedom of Maturity (Galatians 4:1-11) Marian Obeda, from London, Ontario, talks about a time when her husband, a pastor, was asked to officiate at a lot of weddings one particular season. During that time, they were also preparing for a son’s birthday party. When Marian asked him whom he ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    Throwing Stones In The Church Vs The Sensitivity Of Grace

    Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Jan 7, 2011
    based on 6 ratings
     | 19,166 views

    Somanytime church folk are so quick to be judge, jury, and executioner because someone isn't doing what they think they should be doing and want to stone them, but if it had not been for Grace they would still be messed up themselves facing stoning.

    Throwing Stones in Church Vs The Sensitivity of Grace By Pastor M.L. Maughmer, Jr. John 8:1-11 “Jesus went unto the mount of Olives. And early in the morning he came again into the temple, and all the people came unto him; and he sat down, and taught them. And the scribes and Pharisees ...read more

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    Denomination: Apostolic

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    Waiting On The Spirit

    Contributed by Bishop Johnathan Hester on Mar 11, 2011
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     | 7,080 views

    Think about how comical this must appear from the Lord’s perspective. The apostles (led by Peter) decide the 12th position is empty and therefore it needs to be filled (appropriately reasoned). The only problem is - it is they who chose the two men; cast

    Waiting on the Spirit Acts 1:23-26 So they proposed two men: Joseph called Barsabbas (also known as Justus) and Matthias. Then they prayed, "Lord, you know everyone’s heart. Show us which of these two you have chosen to take over this apostolic ministry, which Judas left to go where he ...read more

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    Denomination: Apostolic

  • Tom Fuller avatar

    Don't Worship Your Pastor Series

    Contributed by Tom Fuller on Sep 20, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 10,465 views

    You might never think of yourself as worshiping your pastor. But that's just what has happening in Corinth and it happens in churches all over the world to this day. What are the dangers, how to spot it, and how to avoid it are the subject of part two in

    It had been only 18 months since Paul left his newly formed church at Corinth. A trusted family had filled him in on what had happened to this fledgling body: fights, divisions, class envy, a return to paganism, and out and out sin. I picture Paul pulling his hair out and tearing his clothes as he ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

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    Merry Christmax

    Contributed by Anoop Samuel on Dec 7, 2011
    based on 11 ratings
     | 5,757 views

    Surprise! Celebrating Christmas will not take you to heaven. Many Christians believe that celebrating Christmas is very important which would help them be on the good side with God and will take them to heaven. As Christians, we have to think about how t

    Merry Christmax (Isaiah 9:6) Surprise! Celebrating Christmas will not take you to heaven. Many Christians believe that celebrating Christmas is very important which would help them be on the good side with God and will take you to heaven. We are living in times in which technology will help you ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal