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  • Robert Cox avatar

    Joy To The World

    Contributed by Robert Cox on Dec 22, 2006
     | 4,339 views

    How do you treat the gift that God gave you?

    LUKE 2:4And Joseph also went up from Galilee, out of the city of Nazareth, into Judaea, unto the city of David, which is called Bethlehem; (because he was of the house and lineage of David:) 5To be taxed with Mary his espoused wife, being great with child.6And so it was, that, while they were ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Pushing Past The Pain

    Contributed by Scott Bradford on Jan 14, 2007
    based on 20 ratings
     | 27,328 views

    This sermon deals with pushing past the pain caused by tragic events, such as the death of a loved one.

    Opening story: A little boy was seen digging in his yard by a neighbor. The neighbor approached and inquired what the young man was doing. “I’m burying my goldfish and having a funeral for it”. ‘O, I’m sorry,’ said the neighbor who continued: “That’s an awfully big hole for a goldfish, isn’t it?’ ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    When Life Disappoints, Jesus Doesn't!

    Contributed by Scott Bradford on Jul 22, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,862 views

    A sermon on being encouraged through life's disappointments by the power of God in Jesus Christ!

    Weddings! Barbara (our organist) has likely played at more weddings than I’ve ever performed, but I know she and I probably have some wedding nightmare stories to tell, if we could tell them. We might have to change the names to protect the innocent. If you know me, I like to start on time. ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Leave Here Vindicated Series

    Contributed by Peter Fisher on Aug 15, 2010
    based on 2 ratings
     | 4,432 views

    The parable of the Pharisee and the tax collector as it high lights our position before God.

    Introduction What do you think this passage is about? Prayer? Well, yes Jesus uses the way people pray in his parable, so there are some important lessons about prayer. Arrogance? Pride? Humility? There is certainly a lot in the parable about arrogance or pride and humility. Final judgement? The ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    Saturday Or Sunday? That Is The Question Series

    Contributed by Ken Mckinley on Mar 10, 2010
    based on 11 ratings
     | 6,937 views

    Part 14 of our sermon series on the Baptist Faith and Message

    Saturday or Sunday? That is the Question (BFM #14) Text: Romans 14:5-9; Colossians 2:16 By: Ken McKinley (Read Texts) We recently got a little booklet delivered to us in the church mail. The booklet was 32 pages long and was titled What is Patriotism in the United States? Well I love to read, ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    So That

    Contributed by Dustin T Parker on Mar 15, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,483 views

    A sermon about the extent to which God Loves us

    Concordia Lutheran Church The Fourth Sunday of Lent, March 14. 2010 So That! 2 Corinthians 5:16-21 † IN THE NAME OF JESUS CHRIST † May the grace of God our Father, paid for by treating Christ like a sinner, help you understand that you are at peace with Him, and with all of His people, even as ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    A Habit For Life

    Contributed by Daniel Austin on Mar 16, 2010
     | 8,663 views

    As another year is about to begin, and many resolutions are being made, let daily bible reading be one of the top resolutions on your list

    A Habit For Life 12/27/08 AM Reading: Psalm 119:1-10 Introduction: It is almost the end of another year; New Years Day will be this Thursday which for many of us means New Years resolutions are in order. And that idea, the desire to make this coming year better then the one now ending, the desire ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Warm Fuzzies

    Contributed by Joseph Smith on Nov 15, 2010
    based on 3 ratings
     | 4,264 views

    Done on the Sunday when all members were asked to bring sweaters to support a Southern Baptist missions project for North Korea. As preacher I wore a couple of sweaters and took them off to illustrate points. We are to do more than mouth encouragement.

    Takoma Park Baptist Church, Washington, DC January 26, 1986 The classroom teacher talks herself blue in the face, teaching the mysteries of algebra to reluctant junior highs, who are silently saying to themselves, "Why do I need to know this stuff? I never met an algebra and I hope I never do." ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    "A Thankful Heart" Series

    Contributed by Rich Anderson on Jan 19, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,964 views

    What are we most thankful for in our lives? What is most important? What is the best day of our lives?

    The text for this morning’s message comes from the Apostle Paul’s first letter to the church in Thessalonica. Thessalonica is modern day Salonica, the second largest city in Greece and it lies on the Aegean Sea. For those who attend Bible Study on Wednesday evenings, we mentioned the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    It’s Doxology Time!

    Contributed by Dustin T Parker on Dec 27, 2009
     | 4,040 views

    Praise God from whom ALL blessings flow! A celebration of Christ the King Sunday

    Concordia Lutheran Church The Feast of Christ the King – November 22.2009 Doxology Time! 2 Peter 3:13b and Psalm 39 † IN THE NAME OF JESUS, LORD AND SON † May you be always able to focus on the goal, the incredible time when faith and hope fade from view, as the peace-filled love of God dawns ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    "He Is Risen"

    Contributed by Ken Harris on Apr 4, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,498 views

    The purpose of this sermon is to motivate the hearer to affirm to others that Peter's sermon encourages us all to move spiritually forward from the Resurrection.

    U.S. Army Chaplain (MAJ) Ken Harris, Jr. West Fort Hood Community Chapel Resurrection Sunday Worship Service Killeen, TX 4 April 2010 Big Idea: Peter’s sermon encourages us not to get caught-up in issues of the past, but to move spiritually forward from the Resurrection. Scriptural ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Your Father Will Reward You

    Contributed by Davon Huss on Aug 11, 2009
     | 3,373 views

    A sermon on hypocrisy or pompus piety from Matthew 6:1-6, 16-18

    Evening Service for 8/9/2009 Matthew 6:1-6, 16- 18 Introduction: Did you grow up in an openly “religious” home? WBTU: A. Jesus has been talking about superior righteousness (Matthew 5:20- Righteousness exceed the Pharisees), now he warns them of the danger of religious hypocrisy. B. Matthew ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Set Free Through Christ

    Contributed by Nigel Heath on Aug 12, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,534 views

    The Gospel of Christ sets us free from being condemned, controlled and confused by others.

    9.8.09 SET FREE THROUGH CHRIST - Colossians 2:6-23 INTRO This week judges made the controversial decision to free the notorious train robber Ronnie Biggs. This became the subject of much debate amongst those who had a particular interest in this, especially relatives of victims and members of his ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jason Jones avatar

    Leaders Needed I Series

    Contributed by Jason Jones on Sep 7, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,571 views

    Exposition of Acts 27:1-22, regarding leadership and the Apostle Paul

    Text: Acts 27:1-22, Title: Leaders Needed I, Date/Place: NRBC, 9/6/09, AM A. Opening illustration: Leadership is the ability to put the plans into practice, and to accomplish the specified objectives through the skillful management of people, time, and tangible resources. A good leader is one who ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Shawn Rose avatar

    Why Does He Eat And Drink With Publicans And Sinners? Series

    Contributed by Shawn Rose on Aug 3, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 10,938 views

    In the short story of Levi’s call, we find that no one is too sinful to be beyond the grace and love of Jesus.

    WHY DOES HE EAT AND DRINK WITH PUBLICANS AND SINNERS? Text: Mark 2:13 – 22 Introduction: • How would you feel if we put a sign outside of our church that said “Homosexuals welcome”? • What about if Jim took the bus and brought back 5 drunks next Sunday morning? • What if we announced that we ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist