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  • Fred Sigle avatar

    Launching Out Into The Deep

    Contributed by Fred Sigle on Aug 16, 2003
    based on 101 ratings
     | 15,013 views

    Moving beyond the tried and the comfortable to accomplish great things for God.

    “LAUNCHING OUT INTO THE DEEP” A. If you can list only one QUALITY that is absolutely vital to building a dynamic, vibrant, thriving church,what will it be? 1. We can list several: a. DOCTRINAL PURITY b. LOVE c. ENTHUSIASM d. INVOLVEMENT COMMENT: Each of these are essential to CHURCH ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Narnia: C. S. Lewis, Apostle To Skeptics Series

    Contributed by Jeff Cheadle on Nov 7, 2005
    based on 91 ratings
     | 5,370 views

    A biographical overview of C. S. Lewis’ life, tracing the influences that led to his moving from a commitment to atheism to belief in Jesus Christ

    The Life and Legacy of C. S. Lewis #1 "C.S. Lewis, Apostle to Skeptics" Psalm 139.1-17 This weekend we’re launching a series on The Life and Legacy of C. S. Lewis. This message will not involve the exposition of a text or the exploration of a topic, but the introduction of an amazing man whom God ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Charles Wall, Jr. avatar

    The Tragic Consequences Of An Unrepentant Heart

    Contributed by Charles Wall, Jr. on May 28, 2003
    based on 44 ratings
     | 27,612 views

    As I read Gehazi’s story I was struck by the tragic consequences of an unrepentant heart. And behind this truth was a question that formed in my mind: I wonder what would have happened if the person, when confronted, had responded with a truly repentant

    The Tragic Consequences of an Unrepentant Heart Selected Scriptures 4-21-02 PM Two weeks ago when I was studying the story of Gehazi I was struck by a particular truth and it caused me to look through the Bible for other situations where this truth is seen. Let me state the truth for you and then ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

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    A Magnetic, Masculine Church

    Contributed by Mike Mcguire on Feb 8, 2007
    based on 24 ratings
     | 6,624 views

    How we can encourage more men to become activiely involved in church

    A MAGNETIC, MASCULINE CHURCH July 2, 2006 a.m. Hillcrest Baptist Church Text: Acts 6:1-7 Introduction: The botanical life of most trees is amazing. Often when a tree is damaged and the trunk is cut down, a new shoot will come up out of the stump or roots. As long as the roots are healthy, it will ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Longing For Jesus

    Contributed by R. David Reynolds on Jul 21, 2007
    based on 24 ratings
     | 14,067 views

    What is your longing, your passion, your priority, your driving force in life? For every individual and every Church it must be a living, personal, daily relationship with the Resurrected Christ.

    Longing for Jesus --Psalm 84:1-4 and John 4:4-15 When preachers get together, someone may comment, “That will preach.” Inspiration for a sermon comes from many people and places. A few weeks ago in our Academy for Christian Training and Service one of our readings for reflection came from the ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Milk, Meat & Maturity Series

    Contributed by Dr. Jeremy Simpson on Mar 11, 2007
    based on 16 ratings
     | 21,677 views

    6th in a Series on Metaphors in the Bible about the Bible.

    THE WORD OF GOD SERIES SERMON 6: MILK, MEAT & MATURITY I Peter 2:1-2 Hebrews 5:12-13 I Corinthians 3:1-11 We continue tonight our Metaphorical Study of the Word of God We have dealt with it as Light, as a Hammer, as Fire Tonight I want to deal with the Word of God as Milk and Meat and preach on ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • David Moore avatar

    Smyrna - The Suffering Church Series

    Contributed by David Moore on Aug 29, 2008
    based on 5 ratings
     | 9,188 views

    This sermon presents the church at Smyrna as the suffering church, and show God’s purpose in suffering.

    Smyrna - The Suffering Church Text: Revelation 2:8-11. Introduction: In our first study of the seven churches we examined the church at Ephesus, the fallen church, this morning, we leave Ephesus behind and travel forty miles North up the coast of modern Turkey where we come to the ancient city of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Examining Our Roots

    Contributed by Monty Newton on Oct 26, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,930 views

    Being tooted in God’s Word and Will results in a blessed life.

    Title: Examining Our Roots Text: Psalm 1 The Big Idea: Being rooted in God results in a blessed life. Introduction Roots… in 1977 we were introduced to the Roots made for TV Mini-Series based on the book written by Alex Haley. It is the story of an American family that began in the year ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Confessing Our Sins

    Contributed by Timothy Craver on Apr 21, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,756 views

    This sermon reminds us of the importance of confessing our sins to God and to each other.

    Last week we looked at the message that was given to the women who came to the empty tomb after Jesus had risen from the dead. We looked at the implications of the empty tomb, the fulfilled promises, and the command to go and tell. Today, I want to continue the conversation about the implications ...read more

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    Denomination: Brethren

  • Jason Cole avatar

    Principles To Build Upon: Fellowship

    Contributed by Jason Cole on Jan 22, 2008
    based on 10 ratings
     | 7,636 views

    In order for the church to grow in number and in depth true Biblical fellowship is a key.

    Principles to Build Upon: Fellowship Introduction: In Romania, and in many Eastern European countries, there are so many orphans being put into institutions that there isn’t enough food or medical supplies or staff members to take care of them. The babies, often past toddler age, are still kept in ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Kevin Higgins avatar

    Feast Or Fast

    Contributed by Kevin Higgins on Jun 11, 2006
    based on 8 ratings
     | 5,850 views

    Two problems creating conflict with Christ

    Luke 5:33-39 To Feast or Fast Woodlawn Baptist Church June 11, 2006 Introduction Why do you attend church? What is all this about to you? What does Christ mean to you, and why do you keep coming back to Him? These are only a few of many such important questions I think we fail to ponder ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Family Love

    Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Apr 21, 2007
    based on 5 ratings
     | 12,577 views

    The Bible gives us deep insights into the nature of family relationships. Christ, as the Head of the Church, is also the Head of each Christian family.

    Sermon for CATM - April 22, 2007 “Family Love” - Colossians 3:18-21 As I was reading scripture and preparing a Bible study I was to lead earlier this week, a picture flashed in my mind of all of us in this place on Sundays. And I’ll be honest. I was overwhelmed with an intense feeling of love for ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    New World People Living In An Old World

    Contributed by Monty Newton on Feb 10, 2014
     | 4,894 views

    Though we live in an Old World we act and live like people of the New World.

    Kingdom Attitudes Title: New World People in an Old World Text: Matthew 5:1-12 Thesis: Though we live in an Old World we act and live like people of the New World. When I speak of an Old World I am referring to this life here on earth. There was a time in history when it was believed there ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Jason Bonnicksen avatar

    The Lamp Of Life

    Contributed by Jason Bonnicksen on Jul 10, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 9,629 views

    God gives to us to light the path beneath our feet.

    INTRO Let me ask you a couple of silly questions. Have you ever walked down a darkened hallway in the middle of the night, and then stubbed your toe, or bumped into a wall or something else? How about this one: have you ever walked outside at night without the use of artificial light and ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Wade Martin Hughes, Sr avatar

    The Best Is Yet To Come

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Mar 23, 2018
    based on 1 rating
     | 12,474 views

    Do we have an incubator aiding the growth of negative emotions? Their wedding was going to make them the laughing stock of Cana. But Jesus was there and the best was yet to come. Look at the potential of the seed.

    THE BEST IS YET TO COME… By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com ARE WE THE LAUGHING STOCK OF DOOM AND FAILURE? CAN WE HONESTLY DECLARE: THE BEST IS YET TO COME? OR HAVE WE ALLOWED OUR HEARTS TO BECOME HARDENED TO THE POINT THAT LIFE IS QUE SERA, SERA --- WHAT WILL BE WILL BE… THE ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God