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  • Larry Thompson avatar

    Even Parents With A Perfect Child Have Problems

    Contributed by Larry Thompson on Oct 2, 2002
    based on 20 ratings
     | 3,471 views

    This message can be used during the Christmas season or a family series and illustrates how Christians deal with the curves that life give us in marriage and life.

    Even Parents with the Perfect Child have problems! Luke 2:1-7 Dr. Larry L. Thompson (2002) Introduction: Today as continue our sermon series entitled Crosspoints we will look specifically at the “Parents in the Pageant.” Our focus will be on Mary and Joseph and remember we are introduced to them ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Fire Of The Lord

    Contributed by Rickey Broach on Mar 10, 2002
    based on 57 ratings
     | 9,328 views

    GOD IS MOVING IN THESE LAST DAYS, IF HE IS TO MOVE THROUGH US WE MUST ALLOW THE FIRE OF THE HOLY SPIRIT TO BURN WITHIN US FIRST

    THE FIRE OF THE LORD MATTHEW 3:11 – 12 I indeed baptize you with water unto repentance: but he that cometh after me is mightier than I, whose shoes I am not worthy to bear: he shall baptize you with the Holy Ghost, and with fire: 12 Whose fan is in his hand, and he will thoroughly purge his floor, ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Confession Is Good For The Soul Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Mar 22, 2002
    based on 151 ratings
     | 19,752 views

    Confession is more than just what we say... it is what those words really mean to us. What is it God wants us to confess?

    OPEN: A woman went to court and told the judge she wanted a divorce. "Do you have any grounds!" the judge asked. "Just two acres," she said. "That’s not it, lady. I mean do you have a grudge!" "No, we park the car in front of the house." By now the judge was frustrated: "Does your husband beat ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Touched By An Angel

    Contributed by Don Schultz on Dec 19, 2001
    based on 46 ratings
     | 5,030 views

    Through an angel, God changed Joseph. What "angel" does God use today to change us? How can we be "angels" to others?

    Matthew 1:18-25 “Touched by an Angel” Have you ever heard of the show “Touched by an Angel”? It’s a pretty popular show. I did some research on the show, and here’s what I’ve found. The show usually begins with a person or some people who have problems. Maybe they brought these problems upon ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Longing For The Lord Series

    Contributed by Brian Bill on Mar 20, 2003
    based on 129 ratings
     | 34,891 views

    I want us to take a look at Psalm 42 in order to better understand the kind of depression that can hit us in the spiritual solar plexus.

    Longing for the Lord Last week we focused our attention on Psalm 32, and established the fact that our unconfessed sins can cause us physical problems. When we don’t confess we can experience distress. What we’ll learn this morning is that pain is not always a direct result of sin. Last Monday ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    I Will Not Go Back To Moab

    Contributed by Philip Harrelson on Sep 7, 2006
    based on 49 ratings
     | 21,339 views

    This message was used after an outstanding revival in our church. Much spiritual transformation had occurred and I used this message to encourage forward progress.

    Ruth 1:14-18 KJV And they lifted up their voice, and wept again: and Orpah kissed her mother in law; but Ruth clave unto her. [15] And she said, Behold, thy sister in law is gone back unto her people, and unto her gods: return thou after thy sister in law. [16] And Ruth said, Intreat me not to ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Ray Scott avatar

    "The Ministry Of Encouragement"

    Contributed by Ray Scott on May 10, 2006
    based on 28 ratings
     | 17,160 views

    "Encouragement" is God’s plan, program, and command. This message utilizes the use of "Encouragement Cards" to fulfill God’s plan for us to encourage others.

    “The Ministry Of Encouragement” INTRODUCTION: “O give me a home, where the buffalo roam, Where the deer and the antelope play; Where seldom is heard, a DISCOURAGING word, And the skies are not cloudy all day.” Can you imagine that? … No DISCOURAGING words! Ever been DISCOURAGED? Not a good ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Love Each Other

    Contributed by Bill Butsko on May 21, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,620 views

    This sermon illustrates the kind of love the Father has for the Son and the kind of love the Son has for us which enables us to love each other.

    Scripture Reading: John 15:9 – 17 Message: “Love Each Other” Text: “My command is this: Love each other as I have loved you” (John 15:12). Introduction: Do you find it easy to love other people? Your question might be, “What do you mean by loving other people?” We have one kind of love for ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    Blessed Is The Nation

    Contributed by Brad Rigney on Jun 23, 2006
    based on 114 ratings
     | 42,537 views

    This sermon looks at how we, as a country can Bless God in appreciation for all His blessings to us! Used as a sermon for the 4th of July.

    Blessed is the Nation Psalm 33:1-15 Intro.: A. I think that most - if not all of us - would agree that our Nation has been blessed. We have been blessed materially, geographically, educationally, and technologically. As we celebrate the birth our Nation this week, on July 4th, we need to be ...read more

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    Denomination: Adventist

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    Christ's Gifts To The Church

    Contributed by Daniel Habben on Jun 27, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,456 views

    Christ’s Gifts to the Church 1) Come in different packages 2) Help us grow stronger; 3) Keep us working together

    Do any of you know what will happen in six months? Today is the 25th of June, which means that in six months it will be the 25th of December: Christmas! If you’ve already noted that Christmas is only six months away, you’re probably the kind of person that can’t stand having to wait to open ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Purposeful Mission Series

    Contributed by John Harvey on May 12, 2005
    based on 9 ratings
     | 4,744 views

    We must use the teachings of Matthew 28:19-20 to spread God’s message not only to those around us, but to all nations.

    Purposeful Mission May 15,2005 One of the purposes of the church is to take the message of Christ to those who have never heard. It is our responsibility to share with others the good news of Jesus. Today, we are going to look at a passage of scripture that teaches us why we should go and share ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Pat Cook avatar

    We Are Not Alone Series

    Contributed by Pat Cook on May 16, 2005
    based on 76 ratings
     | 13,855 views

    1st in series on meaning of Pentecost. It was a pilgrim holiday, to draw near to God. Acts 2 shows us God drawing near to us.

    Acts 2:1-13 – We Are Not Alone On June 18, 1815, twelve miles south of Brussels and two miles from the Belgian village of Waterloo, the French emperor Napoleon Bonaparte was soundly defeated by Arthur Wellesley, better known as the Duke of Wellington. At the time of this victory, though, things ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Naveen Balakrishnan avatar

    Are You Truly Free?

    Contributed by Naveen Balakrishnan on May 31, 2005
    based on 16 ratings
     | 3,662 views

    Freedom comes to us at great cost. This passage explores the cost that the Heavenly Father paid to set us free from our bondage to sin.

    “ARE YOU REALLY FREE?” JOHN 8:36 1. He is the SOURCE of your freedom. (v. 36a) If the Son therefore Isaiah 61:1-2; Luke 4:18-21; Romans 5:21; 7:24-25; 8:2; John 3:36; 4:10, 14; 6:40, 47, 63; 7:37-39; 14:6; 1 Corinthians 15:57; 2 Corinthians 3:6; Job 33:4; Micah 7:19; John 11:25-26; Colossians ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Naveen Balakrishnan avatar

    Overcoming Your Fears

    Contributed by Naveen Balakrishnan on May 31, 2005
    based on 34 ratings
     | 7,248 views

    This marvelous passage teaches us that we are trust God in everything because of who He is and only then are we able to overcome the fears that assail us.

    “OVERCOMING YOUR FEARS” ISAIAH 41:10 1. God’s PRESENCE Secures. (v. 10a) Fear thou not; for I am with thee Genesis 26:24; Deuteronomy 31:6, 8; Joshua 1:5; Psalm 16:11; Isaiah 43:5; Jeremiah 46:28; Zephaniah 3:16; Matthew 14:27; 28:5, 10, 20; Luke 1:30; John 6:20; Acts 7:9; 18:9-10; 27:24; ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Darryl Klassen avatar

    "Walls"

    Contributed by Darryl Klassen on Aug 24, 2005
    based on 91 ratings
     | 31,658 views

    Walls separate us from each other and God but Jesus shows us how to break down those walls and build something better.

    “WALLS” Why do we build walls? Walls in a home provide a barrier to keep out the elements, to ensure privacy, and to hang pictures. Why do we build walls? Fear! For protection. As a defense against hostile forces. The Great Wall of China was built to keep out the ...read more

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    Denomination: Mennonite