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  • Lee Henry avatar

    That One Sin

    Contributed by Lee Henry on Aug 13, 2006
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     | 4,423 views

    There are Christians who have every right to live confidently in their relationship with God but they are dragged down spiritually by "that one sin" in their past that "God cannot forgive."

    That One Sin I Tim. 1:12-16 Intro: In this small country church, there was a man, “brother Jones,” who would respond to the invitation and asked to be baptized at every gospel meeting (revival). On this particular Sunday, the visiting minister had preached a stirring sermon and when he asked for ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Consequences Of Obeying Or Disobeying God

    Contributed by Craig Condon on May 19, 2015
     | 10,890 views

    God always plans things so that we will have the chance to witness about Jesus. We have to be open to these chances. We must always be ready to witness about Jesus. To do so, we must be familiar with God's Word.

    The readings from 1 Samuel 13:5-18 and Acts 8:26-40 are interesting studies of contrasts. The contrast is the consequences of disobeying God verses the consequences of obeying God. The reading from 1 Samuel 13:5-18 shows what happens when we disobey God. King Saul was told to wait and let the ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    It Is Either God Or Money Series

    Contributed by Allan Quak on May 13, 2016
    based on 4 ratings
     | 12,434 views

    In a world where we are pushed to define ourselves on the basis of money - and all that money gives - Jesus calls us to make a stark choice.

    Message Matthew 6:19-24 "It Is Either God or Money" Who loves math? Subtraction, addition, multiplication, division. Some of us love it but most of us don’t. Because over time some genius decided that having numbers in math was not enough. So they introduced letters. And then you get ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Rescue The Perishing : Win The Lost At Any Cost

    Contributed by Dr. Stanley Vasu on Jun 11, 2007
    based on 5 ratings
     | 35,979 views

    THIS SERMON CALLS US TO RESCUE THE PERISHING AND WIN THE LOST AT ANY COST AND STRESSES HOW IMPORTANT IT IS TO THE HEART OF GOD

    RESCUE THE PERISHING : WIN THE LOST AT ANY COST ************************************************************ OUTLINE 1. WE MUST SAVE THE LOST WHO ARE OUTSIDE THE CHURCH 2. WE MUST SAVE THE LOST WHO ARE INSIDE THE CHURCH 3. WE MUST HAVE THE HEART OF GOD WHO IS LONGING FOR THE RETURN OF THE ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Way In, Is All In Series

    Contributed by Steve Malone on Jul 25, 2025
    based on 2 ratings
     | 1,050 views

    A message about how Jesus wants disciples and not fans and about counting the cost.

    “The Way In, Is All In” Matthew 8:18-22 QUESTION – who here in this room or watching online is ready to dive into some... • ‘alive and active’ • ‘sharper than a double edge word’ • ‘judging the thoughts and attitudes of your heart and mine’ Word of God? OKAY – let’s do this! NOW - I want to ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Michael Stark avatar

    You Got What You Wanted, But You Lost What You Had!

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Apr 7, 2018
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    We must guard against pursuing our desires at the expense of do what honours God. Christians, especially, can lose effectiveness in service if they fail to consider the cost of their choices.

    GENESIS 25:29-34 YOU GOT WHAT YOU WANTED, BUT YOU LOST WHAT YOU HAD! [1] Once when Jacob was cooking stew, Esau came in from the field, and he was exhausted. And Esau said to Jacob, “Let me eat some of that red stew, for I am exhausted!” (Therefore, his name was called Edom.) Jacob said, “Sell me ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    "Losing To Win"

    Contributed by Ken Sauer on Jun 18, 2008
    based on 14 ratings
     | 11,562 views

    Following Jesus is dangerous but worth the risk.

    Matthew 10:24-39 “Losing to Win” By: Rev. Ken Sauer, Pastor, Grace United Methodist Church, Soddy Daisy, TN www.graceumcsd.org This week’s Gospel Lesson picks up where we left off last Sunday. Jesus had been traveling through all the towns and villages teaching and preaching the good news of ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Requirements Of Being A Disciple Series

    Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Oct 27, 2009
    based on 5 ratings
     | 6,957 views

    There are requirements and responsibilities of being a disciple. It should be evidenced in your life.

    10/25/2009 Requirements of being a disciple Luke 14:25-35 Introduction- we are looking this morning in the fifth part of the series B.A.S.I.C.. We looked at Jesus, Being Born Again, Holiness, The Church, and this morning, being a disciple. You have to ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    The Path To Peace Series

    Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Mar 21, 2013
    based on 3 ratings
     | 6,610 views

    There are two paths to peace: force or love.Jesus came to show the limits of force and the power of love.

    Luke 19:29-44 “The Path to Peace” INTRODUCTION “I love a parade, the tramping of feet, I love every beat I hear of a drum. I love a parade, when I hear a band I just want to stand and cheer as they come.” Everyone loves a parade, whether it is the grand ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Evaluation Our Values Series

    Contributed by Tim White on Jan 23, 2012
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,813 views

    Jesus tells us the cost of discipleship and the values we must hold to follow Him.

    (My illustrations are from my files, primarily. No intention is implied that they are original. I have simply used them too much to remember where I found them. Variations of them can all be found on the internet, even on this site). Jesus addresses the crowd to share with them the values ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    "Love Me, Hate Mama?" Series

    Contributed by Kendall Hicks on Apr 25, 2016
     | 4,651 views

    I do not write out complete manuscripts. This is a sermon brief/outline that I hope will help in your study and preparation. Main Point: Allegiance to Jesus above all others

    I grew up in Atlanta, GA during the 70’s. We had four professional sports teams: the Braves in baseball, Falcons in football, Hawks in basketball and Flames in hockey. The combined records of our local teams were so abysmal, that I remember Sports Illustrated magazine writing an article ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    How Much Will You Sacrifice For God?

    Contributed by Kelly Durant on Sep 24, 2016
    based on 3 ratings
     | 11,307 views

    To serve God or gain something of great value you must fight to earn it, and not everyone is willing to make the sacrifice. But those who do remain respected..

    How Much Will You Sacrifice For God? Kelly Durant Matthew 13:45 Again, the kingdom of heaven is like unto a merchant man, seeking goodly pearls :46 Who, when he had found one pearl of great price, went and sold all that he had, and bought it. 2. How many of you have ever wanted something really ...read more

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    Denomination: Salvation Army

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    A Frustrated Jesus Sermon 1 Series

    Contributed by Gregory Griffin on Jun 25, 2014
     | 5,753 views

    A look at Jesus as He dealt with His Disciples trying to get them to see Him for who He is and understand His purpose. As Pastors, we do the same thing each week, and get the same response from many...they don't get it and it can be frustrating.....

    “A Frustrated Jesus” Mark 8 Focal Passages Mark 8: 34-38, 2 Corinthians 5:11-20, Acts 11:19-25 As we have read, it was at Antioch that followers of Christ were first called Christians. It was meant to be a derogatory remark. This was during the time of great persecution of the church ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    You Promised Series

    Contributed by Rick Pendleton on Jan 1, 2015
     | 12,904 views

    From Jephthah the Gilead we learn an important lesson: Keeping Your Promises-- Even When It Costs You

    You Promised! The book of Judges (chapters l0—12) includes a strange story about keeping your promises and not breaking your vows. It’s the story of Jephthah the Gileadite—a most unusual hero. The Bible says, “Jephthah the Gileadite was a mighty warrior. His father was ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Call To Holy Obedience

    Contributed by Thomas Clawser on Apr 30, 2017
    based on 1 rating
     | 9,320 views

    You were purchased with Christ’s blood; your life’s purpose is to glorify him in holy obedience.

    Arabian horses go through rigorous training in the deserts of the Middle East. The trainers require absolute obedience from the horses, and test them to see if their training is complete. The final test is nearly beyond the endurance of any living thing. The trainers force the horses to do ...read more

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