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  • Wayne Lawson avatar

    The Church Has Left The Building Series

    Contributed by Wayne Lawson on Sep 21, 2020
    based on 4 ratings
     | 18,274 views

    Many of the churches -- and by churches, I mean Christians -- have forgotten the church is meant to thrive outside the walls of the church house by serving others and by being a means of God’s Grace. It is time for the Church to leave the building.

    TITLE: THE CHURCH HAS LEFT THE BUILDING SCRIPTURE: ST. MARK 16:15 On last Sunday I preached from the subject “THE CHURCH” – this morning I want to continue that message or Part-II and tag this message – “THE CHURCH HAS LEFT THE BUILDING.” I remember when I was still relatively young, Elvis ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Measured Against The Plumb Line

    Contributed by Reuben Bredenhof on Feb 22, 2021
     | 3,860 views

    We are tested every day by the Word of God. Are we continuing upright in the ways of the Lord? Are we inclined toward sin, or are we striving to be true to the Lord? The Word of God tests us, every time that we read it, every time we hear it.

    Have you ever seen a plumb line? Simply, it’s a string with a heavy weight tied to one end of it. A bricklayer will hang a plumb line beside a wall that’s under construction, to see if the wall is being built vertical and true. If things are out of kilter, then he’ll be able to see it right away: ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Something You Can Count On

    Contributed by Chris Talton on Jan 22, 2002
    based on 48 ratings
     | 8,591 views

    There is much that you cannot count on in this world. But God’s Word is one thing that will always stand the test of time.

    Jan. 2, 2000 Hebrews 4:12-13 “Something you can count on” INTRODUCTION Friday morning and afternoon, I watched a little bit of ABC’s news coverage of the coming of the new millenium. Due to the fact that there are 24 different time zones on the earth, the clock struck 12 o’clock at 24 ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Continuing The Works Of Jesus: An Exposition Of Acts 5:12-16

    Contributed by Mark A. Barber on May 7, 2022
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,665 views

    Great signs and wonders happened during the times of the Apostles. What do they mean? Are they for today?

    Continuing the Works of Jesus: An Exposition of Acts 5:12-16 Jesus in John 14:12 states that the apostles would do even greater works than Jesus Himself did because He was returning to the Father. this brings up the question of how our works could possibly be greater than what Jesus did. He raised ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Expect Contrary Winds And Wet Blankets.

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Aug 3, 2018
    based on 2 ratings
     | 7,044 views

    Grinch is real and thriving in many places. Life can become a wet blanket. Never allow the Grinch to knock you down and keep you down. This storm is a great faith opportunity. SHAKE IT OFF.

    EXPECT CONTRARY WINDS & WET BLANKETS By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com Our enemy desires to be a GRINCH and steal the joy of abundant life. He is a killjoy. Life can become a wet blanket. We must not allow other people to become a wet blanket to us. Life is full of difficult ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    The Men Of Issachar

    Contributed by Russ Witkowski on May 11, 2002
    based on 145 ratings
     | 95,735 views

    Message on the need for men of courage adn integrity during times of transition.

    THE MEN OF ISSACHAR 1 CHRON 12:32 Sunpm 02/24/02 “…men of Issachar, who understood the times and knew what Israel should do-200 chiefs, with all their relatives under their command;” This is a crucial time – When 11 tribes of Israel were without a leader, without guidance, and a model to follow. ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Contrast/Baptismal Call

    Contributed by Mark Ripper on Apr 23, 2001
    based on 14 ratings
     | 2,987 views

    Compares the actions of the disciples during the passion of Christ with their actions after the Resurrection.

    Contrast – In today’s readings we see the contrast in the apostles faith in the Gospel of Mark and that of Peter and John in the Acts of the Apostles. In the Gospel Jesus is recounting their unbelief – The two woman return from the tomb and tell the apostles of Jesus Christ Resurrection, yet they ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

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    Finding Comfort When Tragedy Strikes

    Contributed by Marty Baker on Sep 12, 2001
    based on 308 ratings
     | 34,131 views

    This sermon is designed to encourage people during a time of personal or national crisis.

    Finding Comfort When Tragedy Strikes September 12, 2001 / Dr. Marty Baker Stevens Creek Community Church / Augusta, GA www.stevenscreek.net Introduction: Confusion ..... Shock .... Despair...... Disbelief ...... permeated the nation yesterday as we watched the reports from the attack on the ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

  • Carl Willis avatar

    Faces In The Crowd

    Contributed by Carl Willis on Mar 19, 2002
    based on 201 ratings
     | 18,707 views

    A look at those who lined the road during Jesus triumphal entry.

    John 12:12-18 (CEV) The next day a large crowd was in Jerusalem for Passover. When they heard that Jesus was coming for the festival, they took palm branches and went out to greet him. The shouted “Hooray! God bless the one who comes in the name of the Lord! God bless the King of Israel!” Jesus ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    In The Midnight Hour

    Contributed by Larry Lynn on Feb 26, 2006
    based on 36 ratings
     | 24,699 views

    Sermon that I preached for a Pastor friend during a tragedy in his life.

    In The Midnight Hour I am standing here for your wonderful Pastor who has encountered a Midnight Hour. I know everyone by now is aware of the unexpected passing of his brother Tom and his wife. Please keep them in your deepest prayers, which I know that you are. Saturday morning at 6:05am, I ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Jim Heidebrecht avatar

    Father Forgive Them

    Contributed by Jim Heidebrecht on Jun 21, 2007
    based on 31 ratings
     | 8,368 views

    Shorter sermon delivered during a special evening Lords Supper service

    Luke 23: 33-34 (NIV) 33 When they came to the place called the Skull, there they crucified him, along with the criminals--one on his right, the other on his left. 34 Jesus said, "Father, forgive them, for they do not know what they are doing." I. Fulfillment of prophecy: Isa 53: 11-12 (NIV) 11 ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Michael Stark avatar

    Jews And Muslims Worshipping Christ The Lord

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Jun 2, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,415 views

    A review of the transformation of semitic fighting during the Millennial reign of Christ the Lord.

    “In that day there will be five cities in the land of Egypt that speak the language of Canaan and swear allegiance to the LORD of hosts. One of these will be called the City of Destruction. “In that day there will be an altar to the LORD in the midst of the land of Egypt, and a pillar to the LORD ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Steven Simala Grant avatar

    Taming The Wandering Mind: How To Pray For More Than 30 Seconds

    Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on May 4, 2007
    based on 7 ratings
     | 15,627 views

    Learning how to pray and what to do with a mind that wanders during prayer

    Taming the Wandering Mind: how to pray for more than 30 seconds… Steve Simala Grant - February 13, 2000 Has this ever happened to you? You get set to pray – you think “ok, I agreed to spend 15 minutes a day in quiet prayer with my Lord, now I’m going to do it.” You get set, find the spot, and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Turning Point At Midnight

    Contributed by Johnny Carver on Nov 6, 2003
    based on 61 ratings
     | 6,325 views

    Our greatest discoveries come during the darkest times of our lives.

    Scripture: Acts 16:23 – 26 Title: “Turning Point At Midnight” Introduction: Most of the present-day Church would not believe this story. (Acts 16:6 – 7) Especially the unbelieving world. You might ask, why. This story tells about people being led by the Holy Spirit – God giving directions through ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Steve Shepherd avatar

    Christmas Concerns

    Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Dec 14, 2002
    based on 145 ratings
     | 5,962 views

    Certain concerns we should have during the Christmas season in 2002.

    INTRO.- Jesus said, “Don’t worry about your life.” BUT WE DO. We do worry about lots of things. Or as some people might say, “I’m not worried about certain things, but I am concerned.” Worry or concern. Whatever word you choose, the thought is the same. We are worried about many things in ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ