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  • Jerry Vargo avatar

    The Crisis Of Dependence

    Contributed by Jerry Vargo on Jan 8, 2002
    based on 32 ratings
     | 6,060 views

    To find joy, one must continually abide in the Word, Prayer, and in His unbounding love.

    If you use any or all of this message--would you be willing to fire off a quick email to:pastorjerryvargo@juno.com? I would like to have an idea of how often my sermons are actually being preached to strengthen the Body of Christ. Thanks! The Crisis of Dependence Pastor Jerry Vargo Text: John ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    A Long Term Investment Series

    Contributed by Chris Appleby on Oct 21, 2001
    based on 35 ratings
     | 5,583 views

    How we respond to God’s Word in this life determines our life in the next.

    The scene is a familiar one. The mansion with the ornate ironwork front gate. Marble steps and carved mahogany doors. Overlooking a well cared for street. A street marred only be the presence of a filthy beggar, sprawled beside the entrance to this palatial mansion. A beggar who hardly moves, ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

  • David Yarbrough avatar

    A Complacent Or Passionate Heart, Which Will It Be?

    Contributed by David Yarbrough on Oct 22, 2001
    based on 81 ratings
     | 8,657 views

    The abundant Christian life is a choice that starts with how we listen and respond to the Word of God.

    Intro: There once was a not so bright fellow who saw an advertisement for a cruise. The sign in the travel agency window read “Cruise -- $100 Cash.” I’ve got a hundred dollars, he thought. And I’d like to go on a cruise. So he entered the door and announced his desires. The fellow at the desk ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Clean Clothes

    Contributed by Gerry Pratt on Jan 29, 2002
    based on 19 ratings
     | 4,207 views

    Here we deal with spiritual defilement, in word and deed....and all that accompanies it.

    Ex. 32:1-10, 19-20, 26-28 - 1Now when the people saw that Moses delayed coming down from the mountain, the people gathered together to Aaron, and said to him, “Come, make us gods that shall go before us; for as for this Moses, the man who brought us up out of the land of Egypt, we do not know ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Don Schultz avatar

    Looking For Style, Or Looking For Substance? 1 Corinthians 1:10-17

    Contributed by Don Schultz on Jan 29, 2002
    based on 94 ratings
     | 10,291 views

    When listening to someone speak God’s Word, what are you listening for?

    1 Corinthians 1:10-17 LOOKING FOR STYLE, OR LOOKING FOR SUBSTANCE? A woman driving through Oregon over the Cascade Range ran into a snowstorm and became very frightened. Then she peered ahead and saw a snowplow. What luck! She kept as close to the snowplow as she could while it removed snow ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Ed Vasicek avatar

    Be A Sh'ma, Not A Schmo

    Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Dec 13, 2000
    based on 54 ratings
     | 2,935 views

    We can reach our spiritual potential if we align ourselves with the Word of God.

    Be A Sh’ma, Not A Schmo Deut. 6:1-9 1. When I was a student at Moody, a student played a tape recorder trick. He gave his girlfriend a package just before her class. Unknown to her, there was a tape recorder turned on inside the box. The tape was blank for 15 minutes, then it had loud rock ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    God Has Spoken

    Contributed by Mike Hays on Nov 16, 2000
    based on 103 ratings
     | 5,604 views

    Jesus is God's final word to the world -- the full expression and perfect reflection of God's heart.

    God Has Spoken! Hebrews 1:1-4 Each week televisions across America tuned in to watch the contestants try and meet the challenge. They watched the men and women of Survivor jockey for position, take on the physical challenge, and try and win the immunity challenge so that they could guarantee their ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Good News For A Bad Day Series

    Contributed by John Hamby on Aug 11, 2003
    based on 70 ratings
     | 14,124 views

    In the words “He is risen” lies the difference between Christianity and every other religion in the world.

    A Study of the Book of Luke Sermon # 68 “Good News For A Bad Day” Luke 24:1-8 How many of us have been approached by someone who said, “I have some good news and some bad news, which do you want to hear first?” I am always ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Don Schultz avatar

    Doubt-Free Christianity

    Contributed by Don Schultz on Mar 5, 2003
    based on 65 ratings
     | 5,628 views

    We are plagued with doubts. But these words from Romans are designed to rid our souls of doubt.

    Romans 8:31-39: DOUBT-FREE CHRISTIANITY Have you noticed how often the word “free” appears at the grocery store? Everything is free! What I mean is this – you can buy milk that is fat-free. There are egg-beaters that are cholesterol-free. Special fruits and vegetables are pesticide-free. ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    I Thirst Series

    Contributed by Alan Scott on Apr 2, 2004
    based on 46 ratings
     | 14,678 views

    Creative exposition on Christ’s words "I thirst" from John 19:28.

    The 6 Last Phrases of the Christ “I Thirst” 4/4/04 ACC Alan Scott C.T. – Jesus words of “I thirst” point to different levels of spiritual levels of thirst we all have. Text – John 19:28; Psalm 69:21; Hebrews 4:14-16; John 4:13-14; Rev. 3:20 INTRO: Seeing “The Passion Of The Christ” again on ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Wade Martin Hughes, Sr avatar

    Choose To Be Blessed.

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Oct 27, 2004
    based on 26 ratings
     | 5,781 views

    Walking in the realm of blessings can depend upon your attitudes and dependance on the word of God.

    CHOOSE TO BE BLESSED! By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com Some parts are adapted from a lesson by George McGregor, South Africa. BLESS: In Latin, bletsian "to be under the blood" To be hallowed, consecrated, to invoke Divine care for, to speak well of; prosperity --- happiness --- joy; ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Garth Wehrfritz- Hanson avatar

    Christmas Eve/Day, Year B

    Contributed by Garth Wehrfritz- Hanson on Dec 12, 2002
    based on 109 ratings
     | 13,250 views

    Christmas is a time to celebrate the meaning and mystery of the Word becoming flesh and living among us.

    Sermon for Christmas Eve, Yr B 2002 Based on Jn 1:14 Grace Lutheran Church, Medicine Hat By Pastor Garth Wehrfritz-Hanson On this Holy Night, we gather together to celebrate the birth of Jesus. Christmas is, among many things, an occasion to focus on the meaning and the mystery of Jesus being ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Donnie Martin avatar

    Obedience Is Our Obligation

    Contributed by Donnie Martin on Jan 8, 2003
    based on 97 ratings
     | 17,132 views

    Using an acrostic on the word "obey," this message deals with some things that are involved in obedience to the Lord.

    Obedience Is Our Obligation Text: Acts 5: 29 Intro: Obligations are something that most of us take very seriously. Most people feel that once they’ve committed themselves to something, such as a monthly payment or a promise of another kind, they should do everything in their power to fulfill ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • John Harvey avatar

    The Righteous Life Series

    Contributed by John Harvey on Feb 23, 2006
    based on 6 ratings
     | 4,858 views

    The Righteous Life God desires for us requires applying His Word into our lives.

    James: Religion That Works “The Righteous Life” February 26, 2006 Introduction: We have been looking at the writing of James, the brother of Jesus. He wrote to Jewish believers who had been scattered from Jerusalem to Judea and Samaria because of the persecution against Christians. James has ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Scott Carmer avatar

    The Mouth Of Christ

    Contributed by Scott Carmer on Mar 20, 2006
    based on 15 ratings
     | 5,489 views

    One does not live by bread alone, but by every word that proceeds from the mouth of the Lord.

    The Mouth of Christ Deuteronomy 8:1-10 Luke 4:1-4 March 19, 2006 One of the things that I have learned over the years of being a pastor is that some of the most important committee work of the church doesn’t occur in meetings. Sometimes, some of the most important decisions we make, some of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist