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  • DR. OPE BANWO avatar

    The Man By The Pool Of Bethesda

    Contributed by Dr. Ope Banwo on Mar 3, 2007
    based on 185 ratings
     | 335,066 views

    Activating the healing power of God within you

    THE MAN BY THE POOL OF BETHESDA (JOHN 5:2-9) 1) “Now there is in Jerusalem near the sheep Gate a pool which in Aramaic is called Bethesda (house of olives or house of mercy).. in these lay a great multitude of sick people, blind, lame, paralized…” Verse 2 Observation THE SICK BY THE POOL OF ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    How Does God Respond To Repentance?

    Contributed by Johnny Moore on Jul 16, 2011
     | 3,082 views

    God is active in restoring us to the joy of salvation.

    I. God Shows Compassion (20) A. He sees us from afar (he recognized his son thru the rags and filth) B.He loves us no matter what (compassion or pity) C. He comes to us (son walked, father ran) D. He is willing to restores us (hugged and kissed his son) II. God Responds to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Snooze You Lose

    Contributed by Joe Burke on Jan 16, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 2,707 views

    Christians stuck on a hamster wheel of religious activity

    Snooze You Lose "The Lord will raise up against you a nation from afar, from the ends of the earth, that swoops down like an eagle, a nation whose tongue you do not understand; a nation of stern visage, that shows neither respect for the aged nor pity for the young... They will besiege you in each ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

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    Submission

    Contributed by Curt Cizek on Nov 6, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,427 views

    A wedding sermon preached for an active duty couple.

    -The world has this text all wrong -Usually when I read this passage of Scripture I see strange looks on the faces of many -Usually the face of the bride is most upset -I think that people imagine themselves as children wrestling with their older brother who has them in a compromising position, ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Whom Do We Follow?

    Contributed by Ed Lu on Aug 15, 2013
     | 6,258 views

    Knowing who the Lord is and actively following Him.

    The 4 gospel books tell of the life of our Lord Jesus Christ. In essence, the life of our Lord Jesus Christ is the object lesson that teaches us about God. He is the Word who became Flesh. The Word is about Jesus and Jesus Himself is the Living Word. The Word that we read is more than just a study ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Chasing Chariots

    Contributed by Rick Boyne on Jun 12, 2012
     | 4,163 views

    We must be active in our pursuit of the lost.

    Chasing Chariots November 22, 2009 Evening Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: We must be active in our pursuit of the lost. Focus Passage: Acts 8:26-39 Supplemental Passage: Introduction: I heard of a man at sea who was very sea-sick. While this man was sick ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Unleashing Your Inner Healing Power SermonCentral

    Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 8, 2023
    based on 2 ratings
     | 716 views

    Activating the healing power of God within you

    Activating God's Healing Power Within You 1) "Near the Sheep Gate in Jerusalem, there was a pool called Bethesda (which means 'house of mercy'). It was surrounded by a multitude of sick people—blind, lame, and paralyzed." - John 5:2 Observation: In Jerusalem, a place known for peace and blessings, ...read more

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  • Marilyn Murphree avatar

    "Building Lasting Family Memories"

    Contributed by Marilyn Murphree on Oct 28, 2004
    based on 27 ratings
     | 4,391 views

    What influence does family activities have on our present and future? How do family activities shape us in a positive or negative way?

    Iliff and Saltillo UM Churches October 31, 2004 “Building Lasting Family Memories” Ephesians 6:1-4 Proverbs 22:6 INTRODUCTION: We are surrounded by many influences that try to shape our decisions into worldly life forms. Sometimes positive experiences get crowded out by the busyness of life--by ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Strong Faith In A Faithful God

    Contributed by John Lowe on Jun 10, 2015
    based on 4 ratings
     | 18,113 views

    For faith to be true faith, it must be active faith. Its activity, however, must begin with prayer. This should precede any action. "I will cry," he says, "unto God most high."

    STRONG FAITH IN A FAITHFUL GOD Text: "I will cry unto God most high; unto God that performeth all things for me." (Psalm 57:2) DAVID was in the cave of Adullam. He had fled from Saul, his ruthless foe, and had found shelter in the clefts of the rock. In the beginning of this psalm he rings the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Filled For A Purpose

    Contributed by Mike Rickman on Dec 3, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,601 views

    The first coming of Christ was preceded by increased spiritual activity. As we celebrate His birth shouldn’t we also celebrate that same spiritual activity?

    December 5, 2010 Morning Worship Text: Luke 1:11-17 Subject: The Announcement of John’s Birth Title: Filled for a Purpose It’s beginning to feel a lot like Christmas! Don’t you just love this time after Thanksgiving? I mean, what more could a person want; a time to go out and fight the crowds ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Believing Is Seeing

    Contributed by Bob Smith on Jan 27, 2001
    based on 91 ratings
     | 4,684 views

    Respond to life’s doubts with active faith in God

    How many people have seen the movie, “Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade”? You may recall or be able to picture the scene I am about to describe. Indiana Jones is proceeding through an obstacle course of sorts as he draws nearer to the location of the “Holy Grail”, the prize which he seeks. ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Rick Gillespie- Mobley avatar

    Eulolgy--Irene Osborne

    Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Sep 23, 2004
    based on 34 ratings
     | 3,951 views

    This is the eulogy of a woman who was a member of the church, but not very active.

    Funeral Irene Osborne 9-11-2004 Psalms 116:15-15 Irene Osborne God took notice and smiled on Thursday morning, and all that great crowd witnesses that surround us gave took notice as Sister Irene Osborne rose up out of her bed and took her place among the saints who have gone on ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Roger Townsend-Hartline avatar

    Faith For Tomorrow

    Contributed by Roger Townsend-Hartline on Sep 26, 2003
    based on 7 ratings
     | 3,278 views

    How to have active faith in the light of 9/11

    The Fifteenth Sunday After Trinity, 2001 From the Gospel: Therefore, do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about its own things. Sufficient for the day is the evil thereof. In the Name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit. Amen! This morning’s Gospel is ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

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    God In The Book Of Daniel

    Contributed by Leo Launio on Oct 16, 2003
    based on 15 ratings
     | 11,141 views

    A description of God’s activities as found in the book of Daniel.

    Introduction: Many Christians believe that God made the universe like one gigantic clock and has left it to run its predetermined course. In this case God is an absentee Landlord, and to pray to Him is futile. Prayer in such situation only gives the one who prays a false sense of comfort ...read more

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    Denomination: Adventist

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    "Listen Up"

    Contributed by Ken Sauer on Jul 9, 2002
    based on 227 ratings
     | 12,295 views

    To respond actively and concretely is to be within the pupose and plan of God.

    Matthew 13:1-9, 18-23 “Listen up” By: Rev. Kenneth E. Sauer, Pastor of Parkview United Methodist Church, Newport News, VA Corporations spend hundreds of millions of dollars every year producing t-v commercials with the hope that people will watch and listen to their commercials and be persuaded ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist