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  • David Cramer avatar

    I Am Holy?

    Contributed by David Cramer on Sep 15, 2009
    based on 3 ratings
     | 2,778 views

    I am holy. You have got to be kidding.

    In Jesus Name. I am Holy? You have got to be kidding. Isaiah 53:5, 11 God calls us TO BE HOLY. God, Our Creator, wants ultimate blessedness and joy for us. He created us to share and manifest his glory. Sin is what de-humanizes us, causes us to be less whole, less human, and less joyful. ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    “everybody Wants To Go To Heaven” Series

    Contributed by Ron Tuit on Feb 11, 2013
     | 6,325 views

    Everybody wants to go to Heaven so why are so many people afraid to die?

    “EVERYBODY Wants to Go to Heaven” 1 Thessalonians 4:13 Who wants to go to heaven someday? A recent Christian book is entitled, “EVERYBODY Wants to Go to Heaven, but Nobody Wants to Die”. There is a lot of truth in that title, but if we believe what was taught by Jesus ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Some Aspects Of The Church From Its Beginning - Christ's Tender Care And Provision For The Church - Part 7 Series

    Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Oct 17, 2023
     | 930 views

    The Church is a living, vital organism under the care of the Master Physician, the most precious entity the Lord possesses, so close to His heart and embodied in the first marriage union. Let us look at the Lord’s tender care for His Church as He works to bring us to the fullness of Christ.

    SOME ASPECTS OF THE CHURCH FROM ITS BEGINNING - CHRIST'S TENDER CARE AND PROVISION FOR THE CHURCH - PART 7 [1]. CHRIST'S THE CARE FOR, AND SUSTENANCE OF THE CHURCH The Church is not a collection of names on a roll kept in heaven. It is not a detached organisation of people. A ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    We Are Pilgrims

    Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Feb 18, 2022
     | 2,422 views

    In one of the December issues of People Magazine, there was an article about Christina Onassis.

    The article stated, “I'm sure we all felt bad over the tragic death of Christina Onassis at the age of 38…” Her stepsister Henrietta Gelber commented: "She lacked a sense of achievement; what she was striving for was just to be a normal human being with normal family relationships, which ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Deep And Strong Series

    Contributed by Paul Apple on Jul 4, 2001
    based on 68 ratings
     | 9,473 views

    PAUL’S PASSION FOR PROTECTING THE SAINTS AGAINST DECEPTION FOCUSED HIS MINISTRY ON ENCOURAGING DEPTH AND STABILITY IN CHRIST

    BIG IDEA: PAUL’S PASSION FOR PROTECTING THE SAINTS AGAINST DECEPTION FOCUSED HIS MINISTRY ON ENCOURAGING DEPTH AND STABILITY IN CHRIST INTRODUCTION Lots of shallow Christianity today. Easy for people to be blown about by every wind of doctrine; to be confused and deceived by persuasive arguments ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Consider This

    Contributed by Rob Mcqueary on Mar 18, 2001
    based on 107 ratings
     | 7,047 views

    Times of loss are wonderful opportunities to consider how we stand before Almighty God.

    Consider This Introduction Why do we do this? It is certainly not exclusive to our American culture. Funeral services will take place all over the world today… hundreds upon thousands of them. A thread of similarity will run through each one. Among the many things we do at funerals, perhaps the ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    Salvation In The Future Tense

    Contributed by Curtis Kittrell on Aug 20, 2003
    based on 26 ratings
     | 3,277 views

    Introduction We truly have a great salvation. Consequently, we should understand the amazing fullness of the salvation that God gives us through faith in Jesus and cooperation with the Holy Spirit as he works within us. The Holy Spirit led the New Testa

    Salvation in the Future Tense Text: "And do this, understanding the present time. The hour has come for you to wake up from your slumber; because our salvation is nearer now than when we first believed. The night is nearly over; the day is almost here" (Rom. 13:11-12 NIV). Scripture Reading: ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Created In God's Image And Likeness

    Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Jul 24, 2007
    based on 54 ratings
     | 32,456 views

    We hear it often said: "Well, I’m only human!" We need to think twice before we make such a statement.

    CREATED IN GOD’S IMAGE AND LIKENESS “Then God said, ‘Let us make man in Our image, according to Our likeness; let them have dominion over the fish of the sea, over the birds of the air, and over the cattle, and over all the earth and over every creeping thing that creeps upon the earth.’ So God ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Are You Polite?

    Contributed by Brian Buriff on Apr 27, 2007
    based on 10 ratings
     | 8,620 views

    Four qualities of Christian "politeness". Our relationships one to another in the Church.

    I. INTRODUCTION – EVERY COUNTRY & CULTURE HAS A SENSE OF POLITENESS: A. In General Politeness Is All About: 1. Being considerate 2. Being thoughtful 3. Being patient 4. Being kind 5. Being courteous 6. Being grateful B. Every Country & Culture Has A Sense Of Politeness…Redneck Etiquette 1. ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Our Greatest Hope Premium Sermon

    Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 9, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,240 views

    This sermon explores the story of Lazarus, emphasizing that God's timing and ways may not align with our expectations, but He always fulfills our greatest hopes, urging us to trust and love as Jesus did.

    The story of Lazarus is filled with emotions on the extremes: from extreme despair and sadness because of the death of a loved one, to extreme joy and wonder following a miracle which brought him back to life. It’s widely considered one of, if not the greatest miracle of all those that Jesus ...read more

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    The Danger Of Neglecting God’s Presence Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Aug 2, 2025
     | 225 views

    The presence of God is not a luxury—it is a necessity. Any leadership, ministry, or life that functions without it will suffer decline, deception, and destruction.

    THE DANGER OF NEGLECTING GOD’S PRESENCE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Chronicles 13:3 Supporting Texts: Exodus 33:15; Psalm 51:11; 2 Samuel 6:6-7; Hosea 4:6; Revelation 3:20 INTRODUCTION: The presence of God is the most vital necessity for any believer, leader, or nation. Without it, we ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Courage (Nasb)

    Contributed by Steven W. Satterfield on Jul 21, 2022
     | 1,867 views

    Joshua - Philippians

    Joshua 2:11 - "When we heard it, our hearts melted and no courage remained in any man any longer because of you; for the LORD your God, He is God in heaven above and on earth beneath. 1 Samuel 4:9 - "Take courage and be men, O Philistines, or you will become slaves to the Hebrews, as ...read more

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    Denomination: Vineyard

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    Guarding The Sanctity Of The Family Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 7, 2025
     | 254 views

    This chapter teaches that silence in the face of evil only allows wickedness to fester. The sanctity of the family must be preserved by truth, justice, and grace.

    GUARDING THE SANCTITY OF THE FAMILY By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 2 Samuel 13:1-39 Supporting Texts: Genesis 4:7, Proverbs 25:28, Hebrews 12:15, Galatians 5:19-21, Ephesians 4:26-27 INTRODUCTION: 2 Samuel 13 opens one of the darkest and most painful chapters in David’s family history. The ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Lessons From Death

    Contributed by William Rushing on Jun 20, 2002
    based on 304 ratings
     | 26,203 views

    This is a funeral sermon that illustrates three lessons that can be learned from Death.

    I. Introduction II. The First Lesson is the Frailty of the Human Body. (1-4) a. Paul writes that the body is simply a temporary dwelling place. III. The Second Lesson is the Faithfulness of God. (5-8) a. Paul tells of his eagerness to be with the Lord. b. God is Faithful to be there when we ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    If Only And What Ifs

    Contributed by David Petticrew on May 4, 2003
    based on 77 ratings
     | 13,674 views

    Jesus enourage us to avoid if onlys about the past but instead look to the future with what if (I believe).

    Back to the Future. Young teenager Marty McFly has a chance to go back in time due to the invention of his friend Doc Ement Brown. While in the past he has the chance to change things and make his future a better one by encouraging his father to act in a better way. Then in the second movie he ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness