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  • Steve Ely avatar

    Altared - Pt. 1 - Unaltared Series

    Contributed by Steve Ely on Aug 30, 2013
    based on 2 ratings
     | 9,893 views

    Once prominent in churches. Now seldom seen in our buildings. Have they also disappeared from our life? We have been called to live an "Altared" life. Why?

    Altared - Pt. 1 - Unaltered! I. Introduction Prominent not only in the architectural design of the past but also in most of our memories. For some it was padded. For others it folded down. For some a simple rail. For others it was built in and for others it was a separate piece of furniture that ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Scalpel And The Surgeon Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Sep 8, 2013
    based on 28 ratings
     | 41,892 views

    God's Word has the power to cut away dead skin from our hearts. But how can it do that in our lives... and why doesn't it work in everyone's life?

    Cosmetic surgery has become very popular in our present day society. In one of the books I read a year ago, I ran across some unique surgeries that people actually pay money to have done to their bodies: • Back in 2010 more than a million American women underwent lip augmentation surgery. ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    So What's Wrong With Living Together?

    Contributed by David Owens on Jun 3, 2013
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,069 views

    In this sermon, we examine what the Bible says about cohabitation, and what the Bible says about marriage. The we examine the common reasons people give for why cohabitation is okay.

    Introduction: A. How many of you remember the children’s playground song where you use the name of a boy and a girl whom you want to embarrass (we will use Jack and Jill). 1. It goes like this: Jack and Jill, Sitting in a tree, K-I-S-S-I-N-G, First comes love, then comes marriage, then comes ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Scarred For Life

    Contributed by Jarrod Jones on Jun 19, 2013
    based on 4 ratings
     | 12,307 views

    Jesus rose from the grave. But he kept his scars. Why? His scars will tell the TRUE story of His sacrifice for us forever and ever. His scars are glorious.

    Growing up (and even now), I loved stories, fairy tales, and films with happy endings that stir my soul with a mix of sorrow and joy, bringing tears to my eyes. But like you, I walk out of the theatre or a close the book, take a deep breath, and think, “life isn’t really like that. ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Wickedness That Invites Repercussion-2

    Contributed by Byron Sherman on Jan 9, 2012
     | 3,564 views

    2 of 3. Genesis records the wanton wickedness of humanity & its repercussions. Wanton wickedness invites repercussion. But Why or How does it do this? Wickedness invites repercussion thru...

    WICKEDNESS INVITING REPERCUSSION-II—Genesis 6:1-8 Attention: Talking to his friend, Harvey said, "Eddie. I just had a quarrel with my wife." "Oh yeah," said Eddie. "And how did this one end?" "When it was over," Harvey replied arrogantly, "She came crawling back to me on her hands & ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Wickedness That Invites Repercussion-3

    Contributed by Byron Sherman on Jan 23, 2012
     | 2,732 views

    3 of 3. Genesis records the wanton wickedness of humanity & its repercussions. Wanton wickedness invites repercussion. But Why or How does it do this? Wickedness invites repercussion thru...

    WICKEDNESS INVITING REPERCUSSION-III—Genesis 6:1-8 Genesis records the wanton wickedness of humanity & its repercussions. Repercussion—An unintended consequence occurring some time after an event or action, esp. an unwelcome one. Wanton wickedness invites repercussion. How/When ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    God Outside The Box!

    Contributed by Andrew Moffatt on Jan 1, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 8,425 views

    Isaiah made it clear on behalf of God that his thoughts are way differant to ours and his ways are much higher than ours, so why would we limit God?

    Isaiah 55: 8-11 This passage talks of a future servant who would save God's people as they returned from exile and followed him. An interesting time of the year, welcome to 2011, well I guess that many of you welcomed the New Year in yesterday. Many of you would have probably have made one of ...read more

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    Denomination: Salvation Army

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    Seeking The Kingdom

    Contributed by Byron Sherman on Jul 17, 2012
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,229 views

    Jesus described the pursuit of the kingdom thru the parables of the Hidden Treasure & the Pearl of Great Value. Participation in the kingdom of heaven is sought by the saints of God. But Why? We seek the kingdom for its...

    SEEKING & ENTERING The KINGDOM—Matthew 13:44-46 Attention: Career search vs. Job search. Investment Broker/Knows Value-Investment Potentials-Affordability Need: —Lax/Indifferent/Mediocrity reigns/Just ‘get by’/So-So. —Busy(own lives to lead)/Push God out in order ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Ministry Of Restorative Prayer-1

    Contributed by Byron Sherman on Aug 2, 2011
     | 4,184 views

    1 of 2. James wanted his audience to consider the gravity of restorative prayer. The true Church must manifest a ministry of restorative prayer. But Why? Restorative prayer brings/provides...

    A MINISTRY of RESTORATIVE PRAYER-I—James 5:13-20 Attention: After directory assistance gave Jennie her boyfriend’s new telephone number, she dialed him -- and a woman answered. "Is Mike there?" Jennie asks confused. "Umm, he’s in the shower," was the response. "Please tell him ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Ministry Of Restorative Prayer-2

    Contributed by Byron Sherman on Aug 16, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,434 views

    2 of 2. James wanted his audience to consider the gravity of restorative prayer. The true Church must manifest a ministry of restorative prayer. But Why? Restorative prayer brings/provides...

    A MINISTRY of RESTORATIVE PRAYER-II—James 5:13-20 Attention: I returned to my parents' home to attend a funeral. At the church, my mother led me to a man who looked vaguely familiar. "Barbara, remember Pastor Green?" she asked as she left me in his company. I frantically tried to place ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Pure Devotion To Christ

    Contributed by Bill Sullivan on Sep 27, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 8,013 views

    We can be led astray from pure devotion to Christ. That's why the apostle Paul and Jesus Himself warned us against deception, and encouraged us to purity of doctrine.

    Pure Devotion to Christ TCF Sermon August 28, 2011 I didn’t want to preach this morning’s message. I knew several weeks ago that this is what I should preach on, but I wrestled with God about it, trying to convince Him I should do something different. But the passage we’re ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Disasters, Calamities And Evil In The World: Is God Asleep At The Switch?

    Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Mar 20, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,896 views

    Our choice is to go through calamities and trials with God or without Him, but go through them we must. Still, it helps to understand what we can of the "whys and wherefores."

    Disasters, Calamities and Evil in the World: Is God Asleep at the Switch? (topical) 1. As a pastor, one of my most challenging responsibilities is to comfort the grieving. People can suffer in horrible ways. 2.The earthquake & tsunami that hit Japan killed thousands and left lives in shambles. It ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Jeff Strite avatar

    The Man Who Went To Hell Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Apr 11, 2011
    based on 84 ratings
     | 19,613 views

    Does Hell exist? And, if so, why did the Rich man end up there? What had he done that was so terrible that he deserved that type of punishment?

    POEM: An old man sat by an open fire and dreamed the years away, While, outside in the battle of life, many perished in the toils of day. He never did any good, nor did he ever do any wrong. He just sat by the open fire and dreamed the whole day long. Now he’s left a vacant chair and they say ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Three Questions To Consider Concerning The Resurrection

    Contributed by Shawn Rose on Apr 23, 2011
     | 8,892 views

    This sermon addresses three questions concerning the resurrection of Christ: "Why was the resurrection so important?", "How are we expected to respond to the resurrection?", and "What should the church do in light of the resurrection?"

    THREE QUESTIONS TO CONSIDER CONCERNING THE RESURRECTION Text: Mark 16:1 – 20 Have you heard the story about the eight-year old in Sunday School on Easter Sunday? Johnny’s family weren’t regular church attenders…as a matter of fact, they only went to church on Easter ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jeremy Congdon avatar

    Look At The Birds

    Contributed by Jeremy Congdon on Apr 30, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,380 views

    Worry seems to be at the center of most people's lives. We worry about every little thing under the sun, but Jesus tells us not to. Why? Because he's GOD!!

    Introduction: Do any of you ever worry about anything? I know that sounds like a stupid question but when I asked that something probably popped into your head. Right now I want you to think of the one thing you worry about most. Picture that thing in your head. It could be money, your job, your ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible