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  • Doug Fannon avatar

    The Call To Discipleship Part 1: Not For The Faint-Hearted Series

    Contributed by Doug Fannon on Aug 9, 2021
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    No where in Scripture does it say that being a disciple of Jesus will be easy. All Scripture references are from the NASB.

    In this sin sick world we live in, the prevailing attitude is “What’s in it for me?” Even in the church, people choose their church as to what will benefit me the most. Where can I get my needs met. Rarely do you hear of people who feel called to a church because of what they can contribute vice ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Andrew Dixon avatar

    Sermon # 5 - God's Design For The Family Series

    Contributed by Andrew Dixon on Mar 14, 2025
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    Marriage is God’s idea and God created Eve as a suitable helper for Adam. Only when couples understand the sanctity of marriage and abide by the guidelines that God has set for us will we have happy and healthy families that honor God and are a blessing to others.

    We read in Philippians 4:8, “Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is commendable, if there is any excellence, if there is anything worthy of praise, think about these things.” (ESV) The word of God teaches us ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    Don't Stumble Series

    Contributed by Kurt Heisey on May 29, 2002
    based on 59 ratings
     | 8,485 views

    Peter knew what it was like to stumble and fall He also knew what it was like to receive the grace of God after having falling

    1 Peter 2:4-12 VCC August 30, 1998 Don’t Stumble Introduction Peter is written to those who were going through all kinds of trials (1:6) He has exhorted the Christians to personal holiness in chapter 1 After encouraging personal holiness, he commanded them to have sincere love for the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Come To The Table

    Contributed by Bob Hostetler on Jun 6, 2002
    based on 80 ratings
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    A parable of communion

    Come to the Table Scripture Reading: 1 Cor. 11:23-29 INTRO: Once upon a time: there was a certain young man who had a nice fast car. • Picked up a friend for school function, • En route, driver went a little too fast, lost control • Car careened off road into tree; • driver survived, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Perils Of Petting

    Contributed by James Groce on Jun 15, 2002
    based on 60 ratings
     | 2,868 views

    Petting breaks down the will and destroys self-control. It stirs a desire that petting itself cannot satisfy. Petting is not an end in itself but is preparatory.

    There is no such thing as love at first sight. Real love is not built upon mere sight. We may see one’s talents and appearance, and these we may admire, but true love is a tender and strong attachment to the inward person. We love personality and personality must be learned, admired and ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • OSCAR P. LOPEZ, JR. avatar

    We Will Go To The Other Side

    Contributed by Oscar P. Lopez, Jr. on Apr 10, 2002
    based on 27 ratings
     | 7,359 views

    Crises happens to test our faith.

    WE WILL GO TO THE OTHER SIDE! MARK 4:35-41 By OSCAR P. LOPEZ JR. PROPOSITION: CRISES IS CHRIST’S TEST TO THE FAITH OF CHRISTIANS INTRODUCTION: A. CRISIS – “Dangerous or difficult situation.” “emergency” “problem” 1. World Crisis 2. Philippine Crisis 3. Personal Crisis. * In times of ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    When Honesty Takes A Holiday

    Contributed by Charles Clary on Jan 7, 2002
    based on 98 ratings
     | 7,556 views

    Someone has said, "Honesty is the best policy." This sermon will show that honesty is the only policy.

    Recently, a story broke in the media concerning George O’Leary, who had just been appointed as the new football coach at the University of Notre Dame. Some untrue statements were found in his resume that forced him to resign his new position. What a tragedy! The old-fashioned virtues of honesty ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    White Washed Or Washed White?

    Contributed by Michael Reeves on Jun 12, 2004
    based on 24 ratings
     | 8,916 views

    A message will prompt a salvation evaluation and challenge believers to live for the Lord.

    White Washed or Washed White? Matthew 23:27-28 This morning we will pose the question, have you been washed white or white washed? I think all of us know what white wash is. White-wash- (noun) a liquid composition for whitening a surface, (verb) to gloss over or cover up (as vices or ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Reality Of Hell

    Contributed by Dr. Phillip Paschal on Dec 30, 2004
    based on 21 ratings
     | 7,523 views

    THE REALITY OF HELL.

    THE REALITY OF HELL REV. 14:9-11 I. INTRODUCTION THERE IS A VAST POPULATION WHO CANNOT DISTINGUISH WHAT IS REAL AND WHAT IS FANTASY. FOR SOME, ALL OF LIFE IS JUST MAKE BELIEVE. THEY DO NOT BELIEVE IN THE VALIDITY OF GOD, ON THE CONTRARY, THEY VIEW HIM AS A FICTITIOUS FAIRY TALE CONJURED UP BY THE ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Gregory Griffin avatar

    The Sin Of Mediocrity

    Contributed by Gregory Griffin on Mar 31, 2001
    based on 104 ratings
     | 10,070 views

    Outlne from Rev. 3. The danger of churches and/or individucals falling victim to complacency

    Revelation 3:14-22 The sin of mediocrity Truett Cathy, founder or Chick-fil-A shows he knows what Jesus Would Do. Since 1948 he has lost millions of dollars because he will not have the restaurants open on Sunday. He has cared for children by developing the foster home system called WinShape ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Danny Williams avatar

    The Power Of Forgiveness Series

    Contributed by Danny Williams on Dec 7, 2000
    based on 114 ratings
     | 9,885 views

    benefits of forgivness

    Power of Forgiveness Victory Temple A/G PO Box 911 Waco, Tx 76703 Pastor Danny Williams Matt. 18:21-35 The First thing I want to say, is that Jesus is not teaching us that believers earn God’s Forgiveness by forgiving others. That would be contrary to God’s Grace. But if we have truly ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    When Salvation Comes

    Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Nov 3, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,082 views

    Salvation comes to us when we are willing to breakdown the barriers that separate us from God.

    Luke 19: 1 – 10 / When Salvation Comes Intro: Randy Newman wrote a song some time ago called “Short People.” The lyrics go something like this: “Short people got no reason to live. They got little hands and little eyes and they walk around tellin’ great big lies. They got little noses and tiny ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • samson musyoki avatar

    First Things First

    Contributed by Samson Musyoki on Sep 22, 2007
    based on 5 ratings
     | 4,358 views

    Many times we fail to receive the Lord’s blessings because we put what we love before us rather than what the Lord wants.

    FIRST THINGS FIRST GENESIS 29:25-27 When morning came, there was Leah! So Jacob said to Laban, “what is this you have done to me? I served you for Rachel, didn’t I? Why have you deceived me?” Laban replied, “ It is not our custom here to give the younger daughter in marriage before the ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Jeremiah Parker avatar

    Choose What Lasts!

    Contributed by Jeremiah Parker on May 23, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,243 views

    Will you love God?

    You Have a Choice…Choose What Lasts! Text: Love not the world, neither the things that are in the world. If any man love the world, the love of the Father is not in him. For all that is in the world, the lust of the flesh, and the lust of the eyes, and the pride of life, is not of the Father, but ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    National Day Of Prayer, Guide

    Contributed by Terry Laughlin on Apr 10, 2008
    based on 6 ratings
     | 5,984 views

    The Best way to pray for our nations is to pray according to the written Word of God.

    National Day of Prayer, Biblical Guide Praise: “Know that the LORD is God. It is He who made us, and we are His; we are His people, the sheep of His pasture. Enter His gates with thanksgiving and His courts with praise; give thanks to Him and praise His name. For the LORD is good and His love ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational