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  • Scott Chambers avatar

    Don't Press The Panic Button Just Yet

    Contributed by Scott Chambers on Jun 9, 2005
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,172 views

    A Biblical look at anxiety

    Growing up in northern West Virginia you don’t really give much thought to furious storms let alone tornadoes. When you think of tornadoes you often think about places such as Kansas. About thirteen years ago a series of storms that contained tornadoes swept through the area of West Virginia ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Another Kind Of Grief

    Contributed by Roger Thomas on Jun 13, 2005
    based on 30 ratings
     | 6,833 views

    Why Christians can face the grief of death differently than those who have no hope.

    Another Way to Grieve 1 Thessalonians 4:13 Dr. Roger W. Thomas, Preaching Minister First Christian Church, Vandalia, MO Note how this little verse tells us something we already know, something we all ought to know, and something we all can know. First, we all know grief. If we haven’t, we ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    O Father, Where Art Thou? Series

    Contributed by W Pittendreigh on Jun 14, 2005
    based on 14 ratings
     | 7,130 views

    We pray, "Our Father, which art in heaven," but we often wonder if he is there at all. What do we do with unanswered prayer?

    Our Father, which art in heaven… When we pray, we pray to God. Have you ever wondered if God is paying any attention? I read a story once about a woman who was dying in a hospital bed. Her two daughters were by her side. All day one of the daughters had been praying vigorously and ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Who Are You? Series

    Contributed by John Harvey on Jun 23, 2005
    based on 15 ratings
     | 6,132 views

    We need to understand who we are in Christ to help us fulfill the plan God has laid out for us.

    C.S.I.: CHRISTIAN SPIRITUAL IDENTITY “Who are you?” June 26, 2005 Intro: One of the greatest issues in life is determining who we really are in our attitudes, actions and character. We are often swayed by the crowd, influenced by society and pressured by the media to fit into the “social norm.” ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Parable Of The Good Samaritan Series

    Contributed by Gary Regazzoli on Jul 3, 2005
    based on 9 ratings
     | 5,705 views

    In this parable Jesus contrasts the old faith of Moses to the new faith of Christianity

    Parable of the Good Samaritan – 11 Jesus is on his way to Jerusalem to face his impending death and resurrection • On the way they stop at a Samaritan village but they reject Jesus because the destination of his journey was Jerusalem • What is interesting is the disciples response to this ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    Seize The Opportunity To Serve

    Contributed by Christian Cheong on Jul 5, 2005
    based on 66 ratings
     | 15,142 views

    There are three ways to look at people: (1) as prey - whom we can make a profit from; (2) as trouble to avoid, or (3) as an opportunity for us to serve. The Lord says we are to minister to others, especially those in need.

    Luke 10:30-37 Seize the Opportunity to Serve 1929 words This parable tells us we can treat people in at least 3 different ways. (1) Like the robbers, sees a person as a prey. They are out to gain something from him. (2) Like the priest and the Levite, see the person as a trouble to avoid. ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Blessed Are The Persecuted Series

    Contributed by Scott Carmer on Jul 5, 2005
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,737 views

    In this diverse nation, Christians will sometimes feel as though they are suffering the slings and arrows of misunderstanding, hostility, and persecution. Jesus promises that those who are so misunderstood, will be the bearers of eternal light.

    Blessed are the Persecuted Matthew 5:10-12 I Peter 3:13-22 Four hundred years ago, they were beginning to come. From Spain, France, England, and Holland they came. They came searching for riches, fame, and glory. They came because of the innate curiosity of human beings. They came because ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    The Business Of The Cross

    Contributed by Richard Burkey on Jul 5, 2005
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,187 views

    Typically we see the cross from the viewpoint of the suffering of Jesus, this message invites the hearer to see that mission is a key part of the business of the cross.

    “The Business of the Cross” (Special thanks to Dr. Kent R. Hunter with David L. Bahn, Confessions of a Church Growth Enthusiast, (Corunna, IN: Church Growth Center, 1997 for many of the insights of this message) Romans 3:21-25a 3:21 But now a righteousness from God, apart from law, has been ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    The Way Back

    Contributed by Roger Thomas on Jul 6, 2005
    based on 36 ratings
     | 5,571 views

    2 Chronicles 7:14 shows the road back for a nation or an individual that has strayed from the will of God.

    Finding The Way Back 2 Chronicles 7:14 Dr. Roger W. Thomas, Preaching Minister First Christian Church, Vandalia, MO Introduction: The Discovery Channel sometime ago carried the story of a group of spelunkers or cave explorers. When we lived in Rolla years ago, we used to go caving. Ours ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    I Am: God Is Able

    Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Aug 26, 2007
    based on 8 ratings
     | 11,236 views

    God is truly able.

    I AM: God Is Able Scripture: 2 Cor. 9:8; Eph. 3:20; Exo. 3:12-14; John 8:56-58 Introduction When I sung in the youth choir at our church as a child, we sung the song “God Is Able”. I loved that song because it was one of those repetitive songs so the words were easy to learn. Some of ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    A Lesson From Little Menotomy

    Contributed by Ken Pell on Aug 26, 2007
    based on 3 ratings
     | 2,494 views

    Christians must not stray far from the supply-train ... Jesus Christ.

    A Lesson from Little Menotomy Matthew 11:28-30 28 Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. 29 Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. 3 0 For my yoke is easy and my burden is light. ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    Salt And Earth Series

    Contributed by Bruce Allen on Aug 26, 2007
    based on 7 ratings
     | 8,186 views

    This is a study of the Sermon on the Mount. This is the 2nd sermon in the series.

    Sermon on the Mount Pt 2 Salt and Light Matthew 5:13-16 You are the salt of the earth; but if the salt loses its flavor, how shall it be seasoned? It is then good for nothing but to be thrown out and trampled under foot by men. (14) You are the light of the world. A city that is set on a hill ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Home - Our Goal Series

    Contributed by Rick Stacy on Aug 27, 2007
     | 3,243 views

    3 of 3 messages on the mission and vision of Meridian Christian Church. This message is based on the idea of being in community in the present and for eternity.

    8/19/07 Home - Our Goal Christians live a life of anticipation. 46 Every day they continued to meet together in the temple courts. They broke bread in their homes and ate together with glad and sincere hearts, 47 praising God and enjoying the favor of all the people. And the Lord added to their ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Relationships: The Beauty Of The Church

    Contributed by Matthew Morine on Sep 4, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,268 views

    Ever wonder why you bother with church. You know the big reason--heaven, but if you are like more you like some practical reasons. The diversity of relationships make the church a beautiful place to be.

    RELATIONSHIPS: THE BEAUTY OF CHURCH THEME: THE VARIETY OF RELATIONSHIPS MAKES THE CHURCH BEAUTIFUL. TEXT: 1 Cor. 12:14-18 I am a member of the local Rotary Club. I enjoy going to the club meetings on Tuesday at Bradley’s. The people are great and the food is good too. It is a nice break to ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Warn Them Watchman!

    Contributed by Greg Nance on Sep 15, 2007
    based on 6 ratings
     | 9,416 views

    What a serious calling God gives to Ezekiel! He must warn the people or be accountable for their blood. Is this true today? Has God given us a responsibility like this? Let us look and see!

    Read Ezekiel 33:1-11 First I want to thank Joel and Seth who filled in for me last week while I was sick. And by the way, what a week! I told Joel he had made history. Last week’s attendance is the highest regular attendance in the entire 53 year history of this congregation. Only on special, ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ