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  • Byron Sherman avatar

    Identifying The Competitors For Belief-2

    Contributed by Byron Sherman on Mar 4, 2014
     | 1,971 views

    2 of 4. John was approached by others regarding his spiritual niche. We must identify those competing for our belief. But How are we to identify them? Identifying competitors for your belief employs...

    IDENTIFYING The COMPETITORS For BELIEF-II—John 1:19-28 Attention: Shopkeeper's Competition The shopkeeper was dismayed when a brand-new business much like his own opened up next door & erected a huge sign which read BEST DEALS. He was horrified when another competitor opened up on his right, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Worship Is A Verb!

    Contributed by Scott Coltrain on Mar 31, 2017
     | 5,757 views

    Worship services are first and foremost to offer worship to God through Christ Jesus, rather than satisfy the attendee. Many have lost sight of the fact that Church services are more about the attendee giving than receiving.

    “I used to attend congregational worship services but I quit because I got nothing from it.” “Church is boring.” “When I sit in the pew during church services, I think about how much more I could be accomplishing if I had stayed home.” Through the decades, I have heard a multitude of people ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Worship Series

    Contributed by Russ Barksdale on Nov 14, 2017
     | 13,573 views

    To worship Jesus we must: risk the journey, know the word, and come with sacrifice and generosity.

    December 11 Worship (Wise Men, Matthew 2:1-12) So what can we glean from this Christmas story about worship? 1. To worship Jesus, we must risk the journey vv.1-2 This Christmas, get past the glitz and glitter and presents and parties and become a genuine worshipper of the Messiah. Risk ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Heart Of A Servant Series

    Contributed by Christian Cheong on Feb 22, 2021
     | 4,923 views

    In the midst of a rumour accusing Paul falsely, we see him doing what he can to preserve the unity of the church and mission of the church. This is the heart of a servant of God.

    Read Acts 21:15-26. LET US PRAY: Thank you for your written Word. May the truth of your Word inspires us again, to know you and trust you, and to be faithful followers of Christ. May the life and ministry of Paul be an encouragement for all of us who are serving you today. Bless us with your ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    The Undivided Christ Series

    Contributed by C. Philip Green on Mar 3, 2022
     | 2,292 views

    To keep the divisiveness in the world from infecting the church, take your focus off the messenger and focus on the message.

    A young rabbi found a serious problem in his new congregation. During the Friday service, half the congregation stood for the prayers and half remained seated, and each side shouted at the other, insisting that theirs was the true tradition. Nothing the rabbi said or did helped to solve the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    Joy In Troubled Times

    Contributed by Amiri Hooker on Dec 15, 2024
     | 1,027 views

    The Challenge of Joy in Troubled Times Church, this third Sunday of Advent—the pink candle Sunday—ushers us into joy. But how do we celebrate joy in a world so gripped by fear and trauma?

    Sermon Joy in Troubled Times Zephaniah 3:14-20 The Message 14-15 So sing, Daughter Zion! Raise your voices, Israel! Daughter Jerusalem, be happy! celebrate! God has reversed his judgments against you and sent your enemies off chasing their tails. From now on, God is Israel’s king, ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    "the Gift Of Love: A Heartfelt Christmas Story"

    Contributed by Jessie Manuel on Dec 20, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,032 views

    It is the most overwhelming thing I have ever encountered in my life. It is the greatest thing God ever did for any of us! The reason I can say that is this, because He loved us, He was moved to do everything else that He has done.

    Introduction: Good morning, beloved family in Christ! As we gather here in this beautiful Advent season, we are invited to reflect on the miraculous gift of love — a love that changes everything. Today, I want to share a heartfelt story, a story that teaches us about love, sacrifice, and hope ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    The Buts Of Good Friday

    Contributed by Denn Guptill on Mar 30, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,300 views

    The entire Easter Story hinged on the word but, and it started with Good Friday

    Choices were made. That is the reality of life; choices are made. Good choices, bad choices and indifferent choices, but life is determined by the choices we make. And often, we don’t understand the consequences that might come as a result of the choices we make. We are simply living in the moment ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    Finishing Well

    Contributed by Jerry Falwell on Mar 22, 2006
    based on 64 ratings
     | 12,582 views

    You know the Christian life is not a sprint, it’s a marathon. And having been a Christian now 54 years, coming to the Lord as a college sophomore, I don’t remember much except this life in Christ. And I would rather die today than not to finish well.

    Dr. Falwell, speaker to Liberty University student body, faculty and staff Convocation in Vines Center – December 5, 2005 In the New Testament the apostle Paul had about finished his ministry and was bound for Rome to appeal his case before Caesar. He had been charged with preaching the gospel ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Call Of Unity... Amidst Divided Times Series

    Contributed by Brad Bailey on Aug 11, 2020
     | 3,645 views

    The Call of Unity... Amidst Divided Times Series: Engaging Politics...Together August 2, 2020 – Brad Bailey

    The Call of Unity... Amidst Divided Times Series: Engaging Politics...Together August 2, 2020 – Brad Bailey Intro Good morning to each of you gathering live ...and a warm welcome to those who may engage in the future. I know that there are so many different circumstances across our households as ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    God And Racism

    Contributed by Leslie Trombly on Jul 11, 2001
    based on 34 ratings
     | 11,654 views

    What God has to say about Racism

    As young girl growing up, I lived in an adopted household. My mother was a Blackfoot indian and my father was white anglo-saxon. His ancestory went back thru the lines to Abraham Lincoln and so on. My mothers went back thru the Nez Perce Tribe and Chief Joesph..so my grandmother told me. I lived in ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Bringing Some Of Heaven To Earth

    Contributed by Dana Chau on Mar 19, 2002
    based on 7 ratings
     | 7,408 views

    Learn how we can help others experience a little of Heaven on Earth.

    Introduction: Before I give the introductory information, which may not be exciting to all, I just want you to know that we’re going to cover the exciting topic of how to experience a bit of Heaven on earth. The doctor who says, "The good news is you’re going to Heaven, the bad news is you’re ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    A Vision That Changed The World Series

    Contributed by John Hamby on Jan 23, 2001
    based on 250 ratings
     | 41,204 views

    How Peter’s vision changed the outreach of the church.

    A Study of the Book of Acts Sermon # 20 “A Vision that Changed the World” Acts 10:1-33 God had called the people of Israel to a special relationship with Him so that they might be His people, his witnesses, His missionaries to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Everything Is Failing, But Nothing Has Failed

    Contributed by Joseph Smith on May 5, 2001
    based on 84 ratings
     | 7,840 views

    Sermon for Senior Adult Sunday; Joshua’s "retirement speech" identifies his sense of God’s promises kept and focuses on claiming the future for the next generation.

    Are you a little tired of all the pious platitudes about failure? You know, the folks who tell you that failure is a good thing because you will grow from failure and you will be a better person? I am a little tired of that. I do not want to grow from failure. I want to be a success. I do not ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Mary Lewis avatar

    Playing Defense In The Game Of Love Series

    Contributed by Mary Lewis on May 11, 2001
    based on 79 ratings
     | 5,465 views

    If God loves us so much, why don’t we always live in that love?

    Introduction I’ve taken several long road trips in the last year. I’ve discovered that the best way for me to maintain my alertness and my sanity is to listen to audio books. I’ve become a fan of Tom Bodett, the guy who does the Motel 6 ads, whose most famous line was “We’ll leave the light on for ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist