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  • Scott Weber avatar

    Narnia: A World Without Jesus Would Be A More Unjust World Series

    Contributed by Scott Weber on Dec 14, 2005
    based on 7 ratings
     | 3,218 views

    This is the first of a three part series that explores the question, "What if Jesus had never been born?" It was a series we advertised as the movie Narnia - The Lion, The Witch And The Wardrobe was being released. It borrows themes from Dr. James Kenned

    What If It Was Always Winter And Never Christmas? (What If Jesus Had Never Been Born?) Part #1 – December 11 – “A world without Jesus would be a more unjust world” Brief description of the movie and the other world the children enter into. (Promote movie). When they enter this world called ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    C. S. Lewis' The Problem Of Pain Series

    Contributed by Jeff Cheadle on Dec 20, 2005
    based on 11 ratings
     | 12,597 views

    C. S. Lewis’ offers his insight on the problem of evil: "How can a wise, loving, and all-powerful God allow his creatures to suffer?"

    The Life & Legacy of C. S. Lewis #6 “The Problem of Pain” Romans 8.18-28 I’ve always been intrigued by the opening lines of books. (There is Charles Dickens’ “It was the best of times. It was the worst of times.” Rick Warren begins The Purpose-Friven Life with “It’s not about you.” M. Scott Peck ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    The Spiritual Discipline Of Submission Series

    Contributed by Mike Wilkins on Jan 15, 2007
    based on 49 ratings
     | 21,306 views

    Godly submission shapes our soul

    Tilling the Soil of the Soul July 30, 2006 The Spiritual Discipline of Submission Ephesians 5:15-21 Almost all of the spiritual disciplines that we have been looking at are counter cultural. We have looked at fasting and simple living when our culture calls us to consume, we have looked at ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    O Little Town Of Bethlehem Series

    Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Dec 5, 2006
    based on 35 ratings
     | 20,762 views

    A sermon exploring the theological truth taught by this familiar and beloved Christmas hymn.

    (Read Text) I want to encourage you to turn to hymn number 143, "O Little Town Of Bethlehem." The words of this beloved Christmas carol were written by Phillip Brooks. Brooks was pastor of the Holy Trinity Episcopal church in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania from 1869 to 1891. He was recognized as one ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Gunfight At The Ok Corral Series

    Contributed by Ken Pell on Sep 27, 2007
     | 5,246 views

    But good triumphs over evil.

    The Gunfight at the OK Corral Matthew 10:24-25 Sermon Objective: We are Christ-followers. That means our identity, values, and mission is intimately linked to Jesus. Supporting Scripture: John 15:1-17; Philippians 1:29; Philippians 3:10; 2 Timothy 2:12 SUMMARY We are in a series called “Lessons ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    A Mother's A Mother All Of Her Life

    Contributed by Joseph Smith on Jan 13, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,304 views

    Preached in 1989. The Holy Spirit, like mothers, is stubborn. He will accomplish what He sets out to do, as mothers do not abandon their children; so we must not give up on each other but must become motherlike.

    There’s just something about mothers -- they are without a doubt the stubbornest people on God’s green earth. Mothers are stubborn, mothers stick with it, mothers stay with something until the cows come home. Mothers are persistent, mothers are consistent ... I think I said it best at the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Promise Of The Spirit Series

    Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Oct 5, 2009
    based on 27 ratings
     | 24,263 views

    This promise of the Paraclete brings further clarity to the role of the Spirit, since now He is described specifically as the “Holy Spirit.” The Holy Spirit is the interpreter of God to us & the One who brings God’s peace to us.

    JOHN 14: 25-31 THE PROMISE OF THE SPIRIT [Philippians 4: 6-7] This section continues to prepare Jesus’ disciples for His departure and its consequences for them. The consequences of Jesus’ departure are not to be sorrowful but a release of blessings. For unless Jesus leaves the Spirit of God ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Commitment On Trial

    Contributed by Jerry Flury on Oct 25, 2009
    based on 12 ratings
     | 21,382 views

    If you were pressed to compromise your convictions or the commitments you have made to God would you have the courage to stand by those commitments and your convictions? The Rechabites provide an example for us to follow.

    COMMITMENT ON TRIAL JEREMIAH 35:1-11 Introduction: If you were pressed to compromise your convictions or the commitments you have made to God would you have the courage to stand by those commitments and your convictions? Dan Yeary in “Proclaim” speaks of those who make commitments that are only ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Messiah Who Teaches Part 4: Living With Integrity Series

    Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Jun 3, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,513 views

    By sacrificing our integrity, we dishonor God.

    A Messiah Who Teaches Part 4: Living With Integrity Text: Matt. 5:33-37 Introduction 1. Illustration: The name of Admiral Dewey was being acclaimed throughout the country after his victory at Manila Bay in the war between the United States and Spain in the early 20th century. A newspaper ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Integrity Series

    Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Jun 12, 2009
    based on 14 ratings
     | 13,648 views

    Integrity is becoming a lost art.

    INTRODUCTION  SLIDE #1  Paul Harvey told a story of some young men who were late to class.  Four high school boys were late to their morning classes one-day. They entered the classroom and solemnly told their teacher they were detained due to a flat tire. The sympathetic ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    John 3:16 What Does It Say?

    Contributed by William D. Brown on Nov 8, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,853 views

    If this was the only verse the world ever heard it would be enough to save the entire world if people only believed it. The depths of this verse are inexhaustible.

    JOHN 3:16 WHAT DOES IT SAY? 5-3-08 Today I want to bring a few thoughts from this most informative verse, John 3:16, it has been called the gospel in a nutshell so I want you to pay close attention. If this was the only verse the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Difference

    Contributed by Tim Patrick on Mar 24, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,515 views

    Consider the differnce the resurrected Christ will make in the lives of those who trust and follow Him.

    Today is Easter. We celebrate the greatest event in the history of the world! I want to ask a question. What difference does the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ make in a person’s life? It can make a difference! Consider the story of Zachary. Zachary was doing poorly in math at school. His ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Scott Chambers avatar

    When Sin Trips Us Up Faith Repents Series

    Contributed by Scott Chambers on Oct 31, 2007
     | 4,351 views

    This message looks at the type of Faith displayed by Samson.

    If we were really honest, all of us could admit that at some time or another in our life we have been tripped up by sin. Some of us may have fallen harder than others but the pain and the guilt remains the same. In the midst of our failure we often are tempted to give up and quit. Because Satan is ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Godly Portrait Of Marriage, Pt. 3

    Contributed by Dave Kinney on Sep 20, 2008
    based on 17 ratings
     | 3,808 views

    The reason submission is so important for a wife is because of this key: The wife who willingly submits to her husband’s leadership glorifies God.

    “Sweet Surrender” Let me sum up the perfect picture for marriage again: God wants each marriage to be a portrait of His love for His glory! Romans 11:36 “For of Him and through Him and to Him are all things, to whom be all the glory forever.” Well, I knew today’s sermon was going to the hardest ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Get Out Of Your Tent!

    Contributed by Steve Ely on Oct 1, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 14,213 views

    Your hands were not trained to tidy up a tent. Your hands were trained for war! In order to accomplish God’s purpose in your life you have to Get Out of Your Tent!

    “Time To Tear Down The Tents or Get Out of Your Tent” Text: 1 Samuel 17:1a; 2-11; 20-24; 28-29 I. Introduction This is certainly not a new story. You have read and reread this story since you were young. The overpowered, underdog, teenage boy defeats the highly trained, extremely armed, NBA ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal