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  • James May avatar

    The Wrestling Match

    Contributed by James May on May 3, 2001
    based on 41 ratings
     | 6,953 views

    There is a lifelong wrestling match between the desires of the flesh and the complete surrender of our will to the will of God.

    Disclaimer: Due to the large amount of sermons and topics that appear on this site I feel it is necessary to post this disclaimer on all sermons posted. These sermons are original to the author and the leading of the Holy Spirit. While ideas and illustrations are often gleaned from many ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    A Love Story That Went Wrong Series

    Contributed by Owen Bourgaize on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 136 ratings
     | 10,061 views

    Hosea’s painful relationship is a parable of God’s love-relationship with mankind - Love Revealed, Love Rebuffed and Love Restored

    Someone said that the story of Hosea is a "love story that went wrong". When that happens there’s suffering. Hosea’s prophecy is a cry from the heart of God, "What shall I do with you, O Ephraim? What shall I do with you, O Judah? Your love is like a morning cloud, like the dew that goes early ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Dealing With Discouragement Series

    Contributed by Pat Cook on Aug 31, 2004
    based on 9 ratings
     | 7,590 views

    Part 8 in Elijah series - how God deals with us when we get discouraged.

    1 Kings 19:1-9a – Dealing with Discouragement A man had a checkup and then went in to see his doctor to get the results. The doctor said he had bad news and worse news for him. Which did he want to hear first. The man was a pick shocked and said, “Well, give me the bad news first. The doctor ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Waiting Father Series

    Contributed by Mike Wilkins on May 18, 2004
    based on 41 ratings
     | 10,981 views

    We may relate to each of the characters in the story of the prodigal, but we are called to become the father.

    Luke 15:11-32 May 14, 2004 The Waiting Father – Becoming the Father How many people have read the book “The Return of The Prodigal Son” by Henri Nouwen? This is one of my “must read” books for Christians – I even recommend it for non-Christians. If you haven’t read them yet, this summer, ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

  • Dean Morgan avatar

    The Grace Of God

    Contributed by Dean Morgan on Sep 2, 2004
    based on 12 ratings
     | 10,147 views

    We must realize that we are saved by grace and not by performance?

    TEXT: Ephesians 2:8, 9 TITLE: THE GRACE OF GOD (A God Who Is Always Gracious) As kids, we are taught that if you want something, you have to earn it. As adults, we know that if we want a sales award, we’ve got to go out and sell. If we want a promotion, we have to put in the long hours. If we ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    One Person Can Make A Difference

    Contributed by Dean Morgan on Sep 10, 2004
    based on 106 ratings
     | 43,625 views

    I am only one,but still I am one. I cannot do everything; but still I can do something; and because I cannot do everything I will not refuse to do the something that I can do.

    TEXT: Esther Chapter 4 TITLE: ONE PERSON CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE In an overpopulated world, it’s easy to underestimate the significance of one. There are so many people who have so many gifts and skills who are already doing so many things that are so important, who needs me? What can I as one ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Father's Heart

    Contributed by Christian Cheong on Sep 5, 2005
    based on 6 ratings
     | 5,637 views

    Appreciate the heart of the Father. Don’t waste your life away. Treasure the resources God has given us. Love the things He loves.

    (I have taken most thoughts in this sermon from Rodney J. Buchanan’s ’The Father’s House’, July 7, 2002, Mulberry St. UMC, Mt. Vernon, OH.) Let’s take a look at this interesting story again. Looking at the three characters in this story, we can learn something about ourselves and our heavenly ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Loving The Way

    Contributed by Wendell Blackburn on Mar 14, 2005
    based on 5 ratings
     | 2,706 views

    Loving Your Brother’s and Sister’s

    Loving “THE WAY” The Apostle Paul ended Chapter 12 of 1st Corinthians sayin: But covet earnestly the best Gifts: and yet show I unto you a more Excellent way!! Many folks today feel that Paul is showing us how To administer the Gifts properly and that is IN LOVE!!!! AMEN. The Bible says ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Judgement Day Surprises Series

    Contributed by Roger Thomas on Jun 14, 2005
    based on 27 ratings
     | 11,333 views

    Jesus’ story of the Sheep and the Goats surprises us with a view of life from heaven’s perspective.

    Judgment Day Surprises Matthew 25:31-46 Dr. Roger W. Thomas, Preaching Minister First Christian Church, Vandalia, MO Introduction: A drunken man flagged down a bus late one night. He staggered up the aisle, and flopped down right next to an older woman who was clutching a Bible. She looked ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Love

    Contributed by Ed Pruitt on Jun 14, 2005
    based on 15 ratings
     | 8,254 views

    John 3:16 16 “For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have everlasting life.

    Love by Ed Pruitt John 3:16-16 LOVE SUNDAY AM 11/21/1999 John 3:16 16 “For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have everlasting life. 1 John 3:1 Behold what manner of love the Father has bestowed on us, that we should ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Fresh Start

    Contributed by Tim Zingale on Mar 15, 2004
    based on 61 ratings
     | 7,691 views

    A sermon for the 4th Sunday in Lent

    4th Sunday in Lent Luke 15: 1-3, 11b-32 A Fresh Start   "Now the tax collectors and sinners were all drawing near to hear him. And the Pharisees and the scribes murmured, saying, "This man receives sinners and eats with them." So he told them this parable:" Luke 15:1-3, RSV. "And he said, ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Peter Schmidt avatar

    The Cross - Trash Or Treasure? Series

    Contributed by Peter Schmidt on Mar 23, 2004
    based on 51 ratings
     | 6,127 views

    This is based primarily on verse 22 of the pericope. The two divisions are: 1) Compare the Cross to Intelligence 2) Compare the Cross to Power

    Lent 4 I Corinthians 1:18-25 When I was in 4th or 5th grade, one thing that my Dad and I would do every morning during the summers was get up at about 5:30 a.m. and go bike riding. Our first stop during that ride was about half a mile away from our house, at a drive-in movie theatre. There, as the ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Davon Huss avatar

    It's Time For America To Bless God Series

    Contributed by Davon Huss on Jul 15, 2003
    based on 23 ratings
     | 5,558 views

    A sermon for Independence Day on Jonah 3

    Sermon for 7/6/2003 Jonah 3 Introduction: In John Steinbeck’s story The Wayward Bus a dilapidated old bus takes a cross country shortcut on its journey to Los Angeles, and gets stuck in the mud. While the drivers go for assistance, the passengers take refuge in a cave. It is a curious company of ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Glenn Newton avatar

    The Value Of One!

    Contributed by Glenn Newton on Sep 17, 2002
    based on 39 ratings
     | 5,541 views

    A sermon on Santity of Human Life Sunday - A strong Pro-Life message.

    “The Value of One” Pastor Glenn Newton 1-15-00 Sanctity of Human Life Sunday Text: John 10:1-18 In my 8 years as a Pastor I have received more criticism when I speak about my pro-life stand than I do on any other topic. Responses have ranged from sarcasm to anger to apathy. Yet, the ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

  • Ray Scott avatar

    "John - The Forgotten Cousin At Christmas"

    Contributed by Ray Scott on Dec 2, 2003
    based on 27 ratings
     | 5,521 views

    John the Baptist often gets overlooked in Christmas sermons. John introduces the ministry of Jesus. Christians are to continue the ministry of Jesus.

    “JOHN – The Forgotten Cousin At Christmas” Luke 1:6-66 INTRODUCTION: Christmas sermons always deal with the birth of Jesus … as well they should. HOWEVER, His cousin John gets left out a lot, when it comes to Christmas sermons. John is only 6 months older than Jesus. What did John and Jesus ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist