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  • Leo Launio avatar

    The Gift Of Time

    Contributed by Leo Launio on Oct 14, 2003
    based on 64 ratings
     | 5,322 views

    Death will eventually come to each one. The question is: How can we face death with courage?

    November 6, 2002 I. Introduction: A. Condolences to the Pistola family and friends B. Reasons for our gathering: 1) To pay our tribute to our friend Rebecca 2) To share our memories about her 3) To learn valuable lessons from her life and how we can apply them in our daily life 4) To comfort one ...read more

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    Denomination: Adventist

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    That's No Excuse!

    Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Jan 27, 2007
    based on 24 ratings
     | 9,878 views

    The divine call never comes out of recognition of a special talent or particular piety or readiness to serve. It comes because God has decided you’re it!

    That’s No Excuse – Jeremiah 1: 4 - 10 Intro: As a high school teacher I think you hear every excuse that was ever given. Things like: “My little brother tore up my homework.” “I had to work late and didn’t get to it.” “I didn’t understand it.” --- And when we leave school we do not leave ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Valentines Day Devotional

    Contributed by John Phillips Jr on Feb 13, 2007
    based on 67 ratings
     | 53,480 views

    Thanks goodness for Hallmark at Valentines Day. But when it comes to Real Love I believe the bible does a better job than Hallmark can ever hope to do, because it tells us what real love is all about!

    Valentine’s Day Devotional ~ I Cor. 13 ~ Well, it’s Valentine’s Day and of course romantics all over the world will be finding clever ways to express their love to their Valentine with chocolates and hearts and roses! I am not a poet – the only poem I know is “Roses are red, violets are blue, ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Christian Vengeance

    Contributed by Ryan Davis on Dec 23, 2005
    based on 14 ratings
     | 6,053 views

    Turning the other cheek is often one of the hardest things a Christian can do. This is a message about Vengeance

    Christian Vengeance Romans 12:19-21 I. The Offence A. Our Rights have been Denied – that is, until we realize that we don’t have any rights! · 1 Corinthians 6: 19, 20 What? know ye not that your body is the temple of the Holy Ghost which is in you, which ye have of God, and ye are not your ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Life's Greatest Goal

    Contributed by Tim Patrick on Oct 9, 2006
    based on 14 ratings
     | 7,009 views

    This sermon examines the phrase "do it all for the glory of God." (I Cor. 10:31)

    What are your life goals? There are many possibilities. We set life goals either consciously or unconsciously. We set goals in areas such as: income, sports, homes, business, exercise family and the like. There are many worthy goals we might consider. Today, I submit to you that there is one goal ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Wonder Of Christmas

    Contributed by Ian Mcalister on Dec 7, 2004
    based on 14 ratings
     | 4,942 views

    The wonder of Christmas is about a God who loves us and entered our lives to show us just how much that love is worth.

    CHRISTMAS o Who has been good this Christmas? o Do you think you deserve a present for being good? What kind of present? o If you were real good between now and tomorrow, do you think your present might get bigger? o Who has not been good this Christmas? o Do you think you deserve a present ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

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    The Purpose Of The Star

    Contributed by Brian La Croix on Dec 19, 2004
    based on 35 ratings
     | 6,881 views

    Brief message for candlelight service.

    The Purpose of the Star Matthew 2:1-2, 9-11 Introduction After Jesus was born in Bethlehem in Judea, during the time of King Herod, Magi from the east came to Jerusalem 2 and asked, "Where is the one who has been born king of the Jews? We saw his star in the east and have come to worship ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    He Just Wants To Be Your Friend

    Contributed by Clint Shrum on Jan 8, 2007
    based on 60 ratings
     | 3,981 views

    What a friend we have in Jesus

    HE JUST WANTS TO BE YOUR FRIEND John 15:9-16 Intro: In the context of our reading we find Jesus in his last teachings just before his death. Jesus speaking to his disciples is trying to relay the message to them that he is the “True Vine” and they are the branches. He is instructing them to ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Preparation Series

    Contributed by Lito Sacatropiz on Jan 14, 2007
    based on 9 ratings
     | 6,242 views

    Preparation

    Text: Luke 12:35-40 Subject: Preparation Theme: Servant’s Preparation for Master’s Return Proposition: All Christians should always be prepared as He comes. T.S.: We need to be well prepared because the time now is near. Introduction: There was a young boy who gave his Father a riddle. The ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Stephen Todd avatar

    When God Visits Series

    Contributed by Stephen Todd on Nov 28, 2003
    based on 48 ratings
     | 16,259 views

    Is there anything too wonderful for God?

    Genesis 18:1-15 May 25, 2003 Genesis chapter 18 contains an odd little story. To emphasize its strangeness, I want to begin this morning by retelling the story to you. Abraham is a powerful man. He has enormous wealth and is accustomed to the finest that life has to offer. He is patriarch of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Richard White avatar

    Mary's Prayer

    Contributed by Richard White on Dec 8, 2003
    based on 30 ratings
     | 6,613 views

    Sometimes overlooked, Mary’s prayer is one of the most noble of Christian hymns.

    Mary’s Prayer Luke 1:46-55 LK 1:46 And Mary said: "My soul glorifies the Lord 47 and my spirit rejoices in God my Savior, 48 for he has been mindful of the humble state of his servant. From now on all generations will call me blessed, 49 for the Mighty One has done great things for me--holy is ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Christmas Candlelight Service

    Contributed by Donald Macon on Dec 10, 2003
    based on 65 ratings
     | 32,526 views

    Simple candlelight service for incorporating the Advent Wreath for non-liturgical/non-traditional denominations. This version targets single adults in the area of Hope but can be modified for the best use of your particular congregation.

    Prelude "O Come All Ye Faithful" - vv 1, 2, & 3 Invocation The Advent Wreath The use of the advent wreath goes back many generations. The term is derived from the Latin word ad ventum, meaning "to come". Though different worship traditions give different symbolic meaning to the candles, we will ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Three Introductions Series

    Contributed by Charles Salmon on Nov 12, 2007
    based on 10 ratings
     | 3,264 views

    In Genesis 3:15, we see the introduction of Satan, suffering, and the Savior.

    Three Introductions Gen. 3:15 INTRO.: ILLUS.:Weatherman. In the Bible prophecy is very important. It validates the Bible as God’s Word. It validates Jesus’ claims to be the Son of God. There are more than 300 prophecies of the Christ in the Old Testament. They are all fulfilled in Jesus. This is ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Picture Perfect

    Contributed by Jason Winters on Dec 8, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,780 views

    Picture of what Jesus wants us to be

    Picture Perfect Psalm 139:14 I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made;     your works are wonderful,     I know that full well. “Picture Perfect” Get “crossed” in God’s love John 3:16-17 16“For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Richard White avatar

    The Cleansing Of The Temple Series

    Contributed by Richard White on Jul 16, 2011
     | 5,911 views

    What kind of man is this who has the authority to cast out demons, make cripples walk and cleanse the Temple. They demanded a sign, he gave them one and they missed it.

    The Cleansing of the Temple: John 2:12-22 Confirmation that the Temple was being turned into a marketplace during the time of Jesus can be found in some early Jewish writings. First of all, there is a record of the common practice of setting up moneychangers in the temple area during Passover. The ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ