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  • Ralf Bergmann avatar

    Help Wanted - Man Of God

    Contributed by Ralf Bergmann on Sep 14, 2004
    based on 28 ratings
     | 7,039 views

    Today, we have the threat of cross-contamination between the ways of God and the ways of the world, just as it was threatening the church where Timothy was Paul’s chosen leader.

    Sermon Title: Help Wanted – Man of God Text: 1 Timothy 3 Date: August 24, 2003 Context of Scripture: It only stands to reason that since we dealt with the issue of women in the ministry last times we looked at Paul’s letter to Pastor Timothy, we should look at what is required of the men. When ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    Setting Hearts Free

    Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Oct 31, 2004
    based on 39 ratings
     | 3,318 views

    Jesus Christ sets us free from: 1. Cynicism 2. Despair 3. Self

    Comedian Rodney Dangerfield, who passed away earlier this month at age 82, made his living playing the part of someone chronically depressed and making fun of himself because he “got no respect.” He would complain to his audiences with lines like: “I tell ya I get no respect from anyone. I ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • James Jack avatar

    Is It Worth Following God? Series

    Contributed by James Jack on Jun 9, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,835 views

    Asaph asks the question - is it worth following God? When you look at life from an eternal perspective, the answer is clear.

    Have you ever found yourself thinking – I wish I had what my non-Christian friends have? I wish I had the freedom they have. I wish I was able to do the things that they do without conscience getting in the way. I wish I could get up to what they get up to without feeling guilty. After all, ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

  • Mack Armstrong avatar

    The Impediments Removed Series

    Contributed by Mack Armstrong on May 1, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,246 views

    Jesus healed the deaf/dumb man and then told the people not to tell anyone what they had had just seen. How different He is from the many self-seekers of today’s religious’ world.

    MARK 7:36, 37 THE IMPEDIMENTS REMOVED I. STIPULATIONS: * Mark 7:36 A. Significance. B. Sensitivity. C. Spurned. II. SPECTATORS: ** Mark 7:37 A. Surprise. B. Statements. C. Surety. III. SIGNS: ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Mack Armstrong avatar

    Mighty Motifs Motivates Magnificent Mannerisms Series

    Contributed by Mack Armstrong on Jul 15, 2007
    based on 3 ratings
     | 3,763 views

    Jesus tells His listeners some very important motifs to living a successful life for Him. He tells us to, "watch" and to "pray" and by doing as he says, our life will reflect the proper mannerisms of a dedicated Christian as we go about our daily living.

    MARK 13:32-37 MIGHTY MOTIFS MOTAVATES MAGNIFICENT MANNERISMS I. THE MESSAGE: A. Mystery. B. Mandate. C. Motivation. II. THE MASTER: A, Mission. B. Method. C. Monitoring. III. THE MAJESTY: A. Multiformity. B. Momentarily. C. Momentousness. In chapter 12 of Mark, Jesus teaches ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Into Sacred Space With Jesus

    Contributed by Monty Newton on Mar 14, 2009
     | 6,223 views

    Jesus is adamant that sacred space be preserved as sacred space... our lives are sacred space!

    Title: Into Sacred Space with Jesus Text: John 2:13-22 Thesis: Jesus is adamant that sacred space be preserved as sacred space. Introduction: The great temptation in working with this text is to cite Jesus as our example to act in righteous indignation against all that is offensive to us in our ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Desert Survival Series

    Contributed by Sherm Nichols on Dec 31, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,369 views

    Will look at this teaching from Jesus to show how acceptance of the death of Jesus in place of our own is the bread of life that all men ought to crave for, not reject.

    I was a Jr. High student from CO. We were visiting Artesia Christian College, near Carlsbad, NM. They told our group that we were going to take a desert hike – that it would be fun. So, we piled into vehicles and drove south to the Chihuahuan Desert. You know, from an air conditioned car, the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Luck - Lucky Charms Series

    Contributed by Dj Castilleja on May 19, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 13,784 views

    Do we know what we are saying when we say "good luck " to someone. Do we really mean it and what does God have to say about it?

    I was recently introduced to a new cereal. At least it was new to me. I think ever since I can remember my favorite cereal was frosted shredded wheat. Anyway, one day Amanda (my wife) and I were walking through the grocery store and we get to the cereal aisle and I head for the shredded wheat, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Kevin Higgins avatar

    To Fear Or Follow, Part 3

    Contributed by Kevin Higgins on Nov 25, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,100 views

    Life is short. Make every day count.

    Numbers 14:40-45 To Fear or Follow Woodlawn Baptist Church November 25, 2007 James said that “life is like a vapor. It’s here today and gone tomorrow. It appears for just a brief time, and then it’s gone.” The psalmist said that life is like grass. It rises in the morning, grows tall in the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Aubrey Vaughan avatar

    "The Believers Heart Beat For The Lost." Series

    Contributed by Aubrey Vaughan on Aug 10, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,002 views

    This sermon unpacks Paul deep concern for the lost Jewish nation. And what we should do in response to a lost world before us.

    ROM: 9:1- 5. PAULS HEART FOR THE LOST SO IN THE LAST SESSION WE WERE TAKEN UP TO THE HEIGHTS OF GOD’S WORK IN US AND HOW THROUGH ALL THINGS WE ARE MORE THAN CONQUERORS IF WE LOVE HIM. PAUL IDENTIFIED FOR US GOD @WORK IN THAT IT WAS GOD WHO HAS CALLED US, PREDESTINED US , JUSTIFIED US, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Doug Johnston avatar

    Why Can't Everyone Be Nice Like Me? Series

    Contributed by Doug Johnston on Jun 29, 2001
    based on 19 ratings
     | 3,553 views

    When we realize we’re the ones who should be the greatest influence for good in all our relationships, our frustrations will ease.

    We must serve God in all our personal relationships we are in now. I. Follow and Respect Your Parents (1-3) A. We’re obliged to obey B. We can’t honor God and dishonor parents C. One reason parents speak is to make us think 1. Escape sin 2. To avoid danger and disappointment II. Encourage ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Eyriche Cortez avatar

    Our Power For Our Pursuit

    Contributed by Eyriche Cortez on Sep 7, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,045 views

    God gave us everything we need so we can live a godly life when we believed in Christ Jesus.

    A missionary named Herbert Jackson got a car that wouldn’t start without a push. So, for two years, whenever he needed the car, he would ask people to push it so that it would start. During his rounds, he would park it on a hill or leave the engine running. When Jackson retired, he turned ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • L Lee avatar

    Parable Of The Unfaithful Steward Series

    Contributed by L Lee on Sep 15, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 8,705 views

    Are we faithfully making use of the gifts that God has given to us?

    Parable of the unfaithful steward (Mat 25:14-30) "Again, it will be like a man going on a journey, who called his servants and entrusted his property to them. {15} To one he gave five talents of money, to another two talents, and to another one talent, each according to his ability. Then he went ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

  • Bill Butsko avatar

    Do Not Fret

    Contributed by Bill Butsko on Sep 27, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 10,460 views

    Do not worry or be jealous of what worldly possessions other people have.

    Text: “Do not fret because of evildoers, nor be envious of the workers of iniquity” (Psalm 37:1). There are many people in the world who prosper at the expense of other people. They use whatever means necessary to take advantage of people. These people are only looking out for ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    Who Cares?

    Contributed by Jerry Flury on Oct 17, 2010
    based on 10 ratings
     | 5,442 views

    Although David had 400 men around him, They were all so focused on their own concerns that they didn't really care about David or what he was going through. His statement in verse 4 expresses his dispair raising a question for us today – “Who cares?”

    Who Cares? Psalms 142:4 Look on my right hand and see, for there is no one who acknowledges me; refuge has failed me; no one cares for my soul. Introduction: Psalm 142 was written by David when he was hiding in a cave from Saul, who was seeking his life. It is possible that while in that cave he ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist