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  • Larry Finley avatar

    Growing Up In Christ Series

    Contributed by Larry Finley on Jul 20, 2009
    based on 3 ratings
     | 4,189 views

    Its impossible to grow unless you have a beginning and it is impossible not to grow if you do.

    1. Letter to warn against threats to true faith a. Legalism of Judaism b. Spiritualism of Gnosticism c. Ascendancy of the Flesh 2. Whole letter deals - vs. 2:6-7- concise answ. a. same substitutions call us today b. do’s & don’ts – spiritual snobbery of super Sts. c. Flesh –taking credit ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Transformer Series

    Contributed by Perry Greene on Aug 6, 2019
     | 4,820 views

    In Christ we are to be transformed and be agents of transformation through whom the Holy Spirit works.

    1. Transformer Toys and Movies (6 with a 7th on the way -- $BILLIONS) The Autobots and Decepticons exert an incredible new force from the Allspark! Both sides use the power to master mysterious new abilities by converting Earth vehicles into Spark Armor: battle-ready gear they’ll use to take the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Stephen Wright avatar

    The Danger Of Neglect Series

    Contributed by Stephen Wright on May 9, 2004
    based on 97 ratings
     | 22,617 views

    Neglecting God’s gift of salvation is utter folly to the unsaved, but also to Christians.

    The danger of Neglect Heb 2:3 how shall we escape if we neglect so great a salvation? Last time we saw how great the salvation that the Bible talks about is. This time we consider a warning of the danger of neglecting so great a salvation. It is not talking about active opposition like resisting ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dennis Lawrence avatar

    Made For Mission Series

    Contributed by Dennis Lawrence on Sep 10, 2004
    based on 25 ratings
     | 4,189 views

    We were made to ’go out’.

    Made for Mission Purpose Driven Life #36 Montreal/Cornwall May 22, 2004 Why are we here? That’s the common question of our generation and of our age, and reflects the deep quest, and yearning, of us all for meaning in and to our lives. We, who are baby boomers, are coming to a time in life when ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Tom Fuller avatar

    Live To Please God - Look To Your Redemption Series

    Contributed by Tom Fuller on May 20, 2005
    based on 9 ratings
     | 4,450 views

    We make two mistakes when looking for Jesus’ return - tune out or fall into despair. Learn how to occupy and the first of three studies on the Rapture of the church.

    People have tried to figure out when Jesus would return for a long time - in fact, the first disciples believed He would return before they died. In A.D. 204 a Roman Christian named Hippolytus records that a bishop was convinced that the Lord was going to return immediately. He urged his ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

  • John Hamby avatar

    "Jesus – The Light Of The World!” Series

    Contributed by John Hamby on Aug 2, 2006
    based on 14 ratings
     | 9,892 views

    No # 2 in a series on the Gospel of John. Address Jesus as the Light of the World.

    A Study of the Book of John “That You May Believe” Sermon # 2 “Jesus – The Light of the World!” John 1:4-13 We as human beings live in a world that is ever more confused and confusing, a world that is ever more ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Paul Fritz avatar

    Barnabas - An Encouraging Leader - Problems And Solutions

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Aug 15, 2001
    based on 47 ratings
     | 6,262 views

    Barnabas - An Encouraging Leader - Problems and Solutions

    Barnabas - An Encouraging Leader - Problems and Solutions The encouraging leader needs a stable organization with which he can do his best in keeping people harmoniously relating to one another. He fears any feelings of disunity in his congregation since it might indicate conflict. which he ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    We're Expecting

    Contributed by Aaron Kilbourn on Jul 1, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,408 views

    We are patiently waiting for and expecting the day for when our pain and suffering is taken away and we truly become one of God’s children.

    Romans 8:18 – 25 reads, “For I consider the sufferings of this present time are not worthy to be compared with the glory which shall be revealed in us. For the earnest expectation of the creation eagerly waits for the revealing of the sons of God. For the creation was subjected to futility, not ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dennis Munn avatar

    A Criminal's View Of Calvary Series

    Contributed by Dennis Munn on Apr 13, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,115 views

    A sermon examining how Calvary is redemptive in real life...the thief's view of Calvary.

    A Hill With A View A Criminal’s View of Calvary Introduction: It’s appropriate in the weeks leading up to Easter that we devote extra attention to the story of Calvary. The preaching of the cross is central to Christianity...there can be no Christianity without the cross. The idea ...read more

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    Denomination: Apostolic

  • Pastor/Author: Terry Sisney avatar

    The Secret Place

    Contributed by Pastor/Author: Terry Sisney on Sep 27, 2021
    based on 5 ratings
     | 31,546 views

    The secret place will become the sacred place, and the sacred place will become the desired place, and when that happens you will not only experience protection, but also an anointing of power.

    Read Psalms 91:16 Read 2Sa 5:17-19 I want to bring your attention to the book of Samuel, and these 2 verses. David was anointed to be king over Israel, the Bible says that the Philistines came out against David. Notice... The Philistines were notified of Davids new level anointing, and they came ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Doug Fannon avatar

    The Ascension Of Jesus

    Contributed by Doug Fannon on May 22, 2019
    based on 4 ratings
     | 12,870 views

    What Does Jesus' ascension means to me? What is Jesus doing now. How does Jesus' return relate to His ascension?

    Over the last few weeks since Easter, we have been looking at the events that transpired after the resurrection of Jesus. We considered the guards guarding the tomb. They were as close to being eyewitnesses to the actual resurrection as anyone. But they were bought off and they spread a lie the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dean Courtier avatar

    Transformed By Love: Living For Christ's Sake - 2 Corinthians 5:14-15 Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Apr 6, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,504 views

    In 2 Corinthians 5:14-15, the apostle Paul presents a compelling argument for the transformative power of Christ's love in our lives. Let us explore this scripture together and discover how embracing Christ's love can lead to a life lived for His sake.

    Transformed by Love: Living for Christ's Sake - 2 Corinthians 5:14-15 Introduction: Today, we explore the profound truths found in 2 Corinthians 5:14-15. In these verses, the apostle Paul presents a compelling argument for the transformative power of Christ's love in our lives. Let us ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Otis McMillan avatar

    The Christian Walk Of Christlikeness, Humility And Unity Series

    Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Jul 6, 2023
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,037 views

    The Christian walk is a call to a higher walk of Unity, Love and Peace in the Body of Christ. The oneness within the Body of Christ empowers believers to overcome their differences and embrace a new way of being.

    Sermon - The Christian Walk of Christlikeness, Humility and Unity Scripture - Ephesians 4:1-6 “Therefore I, a prisoner for serving the Lord, beg you to lead a life worthy of your calling, for you have been called by God. Always be humble and gentle. Be patient with each other, making allowance for ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Robert Tarasiak avatar

    The Good News Of Salvation – Prophetically Foretold

    Contributed by Robert Tarasiak on Sep 9, 2023
     | 932 views

    Revelation is of God unto those who are His chosen believers and followers of Christ by grace through faith.

    INTRO: Dr. George Sweeting once estimated that "more than a fourth of the Bible is predictive prophecy...Both the Old and New Testaments are full of promises about the return of Jesus Christ. Over 1800 references appear in the O.T., and seventeen O.T. books give prominence to this theme. Of ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Dean Courtier avatar

    Go! And Live For Christ - 2 Corinthians 5:14-15 Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Apr 5, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 935 views

    What does it mean to live for Christ? How does His love compel us to transform our lives?

    Go! And Live for Christ Introduction: 2 Corinthians 5:14-15 (NLT): "Either way, Christ’s love controls us. Since we believe that Christ died for all, we also believe that we have all died to our old life. He died for everyone so that those who receive his new life will no longer live for ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal