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  • Gordon Curley avatar

    Ambassadors: Representing The Lord

    Contributed by Gordon Curley on Nov 23, 2010
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     | 5,124 views

    Jesus sends out the 72. (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request - email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

    Reading: chapter 10 verses 1-24 This event in Luke chapter 10: • Should not be confused with another similar event • That you looked at a few weeks ago • In Luke chapter 9 Jesus commissioned or sent out the 12 disciples. • Here in Luke chapter 10 Jesus commissioned ...read more

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    Denomination: Brethren

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    Peter’s Denial

    Contributed by Gordon Curley on Nov 24, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,637 views

    Peter’s Denial (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request - email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

    Reading: Matthew chapter 26 verses 31 to 35 & 60 to 75. Every one of us in life has faced the harsh reality of failure: • Whether it’s your first step as a child, • Your first attempt to ride a bike. • Maybe it was an exam or interview; • Maybe it was a job or a ...read more

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    Denomination: Brethren

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    By Faith Moses Chose...

    Contributed by Gordon Curley on Nov 27, 2010
     | 4,956 views

    By Faith Moses Chose... (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request - email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

    Reading: Hebrews chapter 11 verses 23-28 • Moses, who lived to be 120 years of age, • His life has three distinct divisions - each lasting 40 years. • 40 years as Prince of Egypt; • 40 years as a Shepherd in the Desert. • 40 years as a Prophet and Deliverer of ...read more

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    Denomination: Brethren

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    Warning Label Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Nov 28, 2010
    based on 54 ratings
     | 58,097 views

    Romans 11 lists a "warning" for those who would take their relationship with God for granted. But there’s a tendency to focus more on the "warning" than on the powerfully positive message found in these verses. Do you know what that positive message could

    Over the years, “The Michigan Lawsuit Abuse Watch” has sponsored an annual contest of the most absurd warning labels. Among their top place winners have been: "Do not use this snow blower on the roof." "Do not allow children to play in the dishwasher." A Clothes Iron had this advice: "Warning! ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Matthew Kratz avatar

    Worship God In Spirit And Truth Series

    Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Oct 20, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,334 views

    True worship begins as 1) A Response to Contact with the Living God 2) Not limited to a Specific Location 3) Only as Valuable as Who it is Based on and 4) Is all About the Attitude of the Heart.

    Rico Tice makes an interesting observation in his book, Christianity Explored: “I didn’t have a particularly religious upbringing myself. In fact, my experience of Christianity was limited to a few dull sermons, slightly spooky people in strange garments, hanging about in dank halls and religious ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

  • Bruce Ball avatar

    The Rewards Of Faithfulness

    Contributed by Bruce Ball on Oct 22, 2007
    based on 10 ratings
     | 11,085 views

    My recent sermons were about the consequences of our sins. This sermon is about the rewards of our faithfullness. Audio, text & outline will be placed at www.sermonlist.com

    In the last couple of weeks, I have been talking about the sin in our lives. I have said that just because we are find with sin, does not mean God is fine with it. I said that we tend to look at what we are doing and think it isn’t all that bad, or that God is a loving God and He will forgive ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    Part 6 - Great Reasons For Being A Giver Series

    Contributed by Rick Crandall on Oct 24, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,778 views

    God’s Word shows us great reasons for being a giver.

    Part 6 - Great Reasons for Being a Giver Philippians 4:10-19 Sermon by Rick Crandall (2007 Series - Giving to Grow) McClendon Baptist Church - Oct. 14, 2007 *We are moving forward to a great finish for our Giving to Grow Campaign, and as we do, we are going to be talking a lot about money. That ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Power Line Series

    Contributed by David Richardson on Nov 3, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,019 views

    Prophets, missionaries, ministerial workers and teachers, not to mention just your average mature Christian, are well aware of the POWER LINE that is found in Romans 1:1-5.

    Romans Series Title: The Line in the Sand Message Title: The Power Line Scripture: Romans 1:3-5 Romans 1:1 Paul, a servant of Christ Jesus, called to be an apostle and set apart for the gospel of God — 2 the gospel he promised beforehand through his prophets in the Holy Scriptures 3 regarding his ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

  • Bruce Ball avatar

    You Are Important!

    Contributed by Bruce Ball on Nov 7, 2007
    based on 58 ratings
     | 57,637 views

    Society promises us wonderful things, but many times only gives us feelings of inadequacy. This is a sermon to remind you that you are important because you are a child of the Most-High God! Text & audio will be placed at - www.sermonlist.com

    Years ago, there was a TV show called Kojak. It starred Telly Savalas as a lollipop-sucking detective who always went around saying, “Who loves ya, Baby?” I think that is the one thing all humans need more than anything else; to know we are loved. Without love, we feel worthless and ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    The Ministry Of Angels In Our Lives Today

    Contributed by Dr. Stanley Vasu on Nov 11, 2007
    based on 6 ratings
     | 23,410 views

    THIS SERMON IS ABOUT THE MINISTRY OF ANGELS IN OUR LIVES TODAY AND HIGHLIGHTS THE FOLLOWING 1. DELIVERANCE 2. PROTECTION 3. JUDGEMENT 4. STRENGTH 5. REVELATION 6. GUIDANCE 7. ESCORT

    THE MINISTRY OF ANGELS IN OUR LIVES TODAY ******************************************************** OUTLINE 1. DELIVERANCE 2. PROTECTION 3. JUDGEMENT 4. STRENGTH 5. REVELATION 6. GUIDANCE 7. ESCORT THE MESSAGE THE MINISTRY OF ANGELS IN OUR LIVES TODAY ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Clark Tanner avatar

    "Temporal Loss For Eternal Gain" Series

    Contributed by Clark Tanner on Nov 12, 2007
    based on 3 ratings
     | 5,373 views

    Sermon 7 in a study in Philippians

    “…although I myself might have confidence even in the flesh. If anyone else has a mind to put confidence in the flesh, I far more: 5 circumcised the eighth day, of the nation of Israel, of the tribe of Benjamin, a Hebrew of Hebrews; as to the Law, a Pharisee; 6 as to zeal, a persecutor of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Orthodox

  • Bruce Ball avatar

    Does Tradition Hinder Us?

    Contributed by Bruce Ball on Nov 13, 2007
    based on 24 ratings
     | 15,438 views

    This world changes daily, and so do our churches. But people resist change, opting for tradition instead. We forget that Jesus was all about change. This message explores the "why" of change. Audio & text will be placed at - www.sermonlist.com

    It was just a few years ago when you would go to a restaurant and if there was a waiting list, you would be called by name when they had an empty table. Have you been to Outback recently? They give you a pager and when it is you turn, they page you. When they dial your pager, an electronic ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

  • Stephen Collins avatar

    Remedy Part 1: The Remedy For Hopelessness Series

    Contributed by Stephen Collins on Apr 14, 2009
    based on 3 ratings
     | 4,580 views

    Easter Message 2009: Our lives are filled with hopelessness as a result of our sin. God provides the remedy through Christ’s death and resurrection.

    REMEDY The Remedy for Hopelessness “The resurrection gives my life meaning and direction and the opportunity to start over no matter what my circumstances.” -Robert Flatt Intro: So, here we are at Easter 2009. Nearly 2,000 years have passed since Jesus died on the cross and rose from the grave. ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Passover/Unleavened Bread

    Contributed by Pat Damiani on Apr 14, 2009
    based on 8 ratings
     | 9,374 views

    A look at how Jesus fulfilled the Jewish Feasts of Passover and Unleavened Bread by his crucifixion and burial.

    Note: This sermon was a joint presentation by our two Pastors. Pat: This year Dana and I have decided to take some time to focus on some of our rich heritage as followers of Jesus Christ. As we’ve consistently pointed out, the Bible is, from beginning to end, the account of the reconciliation of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Bruce Ball avatar

    Blessings, Punishment & Choices

    Contributed by Bruce Ball on Apr 19, 2009
    based on 18 ratings
     | 6,432 views

    A message about receiving blessings for our obedience; punishment for our disobedience; and the choice we make as to what we receive.

    We are called to live our lives in the way God has already directed. The problem is that we are separated from God due to a decision Adam and Eve made, and that causes us to try and live our lives in the way we want to live them. We do not like to look at ourselves as sinners who do not obey ...read more

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    Denomination: *other