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  • Christian Cheong avatar

    Be Merciful Series

    Contributed by Christian Cheong on Oct 19, 2007
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     | 13,826 views

    Be merciful and give others a second chance. The merciful demonstrates mercy with acts of kindness and love. The merciful forgives.

    Be blessed. Be poor in spirit, always live in need of God’s grace. • Be grieved by the things that grieve the heart of God. • Be humble and submit to God’s sovereign rule in your life. • Hunger and thirst for the things of God. Only such a craving will be filled. Without a returning to God and ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    A Child's Welcome

    Contributed by Corey Laughary on Jan 8, 2007
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     | 5,769 views

    How are we children of God? What would it look like for you to act like a child of God?

    [I started out this sermon by telling a story about getting a cheesesteak at Angelo’s in King of Prussia, PA- I can’t do the story justice here] Mark 9:30-37 A Child’s Welcome Mark 9:30-37, They left that place and passed through Galilee. Jesus did not want anyone to know where they were, 31 ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    When Christ Moves Graciously

    Contributed by Terry Laughlin on Nov 25, 2006
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     | 2,516 views

    When Christ acts graciously on your behalf, He expects you to express a proper attitude of thanksgiving.

    Turn Your Bibles to Luke 17:11-19 Title: When Christ Moves Graciously Theme: Expressing Proper Thanksgiving to the Lord Jesus Introduction: Jesus Christ never sinned and His life was not characterized by an ill temper. The passages of Scripture I am about to read hold the account of Jesus ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The First Church

    Contributed by Lee Henry on Jul 31, 2006
    based on 11 ratings
     | 6,883 views

    The first church as described in Acts 2:42 and following is held up as an example for the church today to emulate.

    The First Church Acts 2:42-47 It is the expressed goal of those of us in the restoration movement to restore the church as it was in the first century. In terms of doctrine I feel we have, for the most part, reached that goal. But have we restored the spirit of the first century church? ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Easter 2009: Our Beliefs Dictate Our Actions Series

    Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Mar 21, 2009
    based on 7 ratings
     | 22,123 views

    This sermons focuses on how what we believe, whether it is true or now, will dictate how we act.

    Easter 2009: Our Belief Dictate Our Action Scripture: Luke 24:1-11; 1 Peter 3:18-20; Introduction I want to say to each of you this morning, Happy Easter! This is the time of year when we celebrate life. The trees and flowers shake off their slumber and the grass wake up. The birds begin ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Parade Of Obedience Series

    Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Apr 14, 2009
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     | 3,963 views

    To some Jesus’ entry into Jerusalem was triumphant. According to Philippians, it was an act of obedience by Jesus on his way to the cross.

    Philippians 2:5-11 “Parade of Obedience” INTRODUCTION [Picture of hag and beautiful lady] We can see by this image that though people look at the same image, they do not always see the same thing. Looking at this picture some of you will see an old hag, while others will see a beautiful ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    The Openness Of Jesus Series

    Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Apr 1, 2007
    based on 37 ratings
     | 15,226 views

    1. Jesus’ arms are open as an act of invitation 2. Jesus gives an open invitation to a life of fruitfulness.

    It must have been quite a scene as Jesus rode into Jerusalem. First, he is not riding a warrior’s horse, he is riding on the colt of a donkey. His head is bobbing as the colt takes its awkward steps. And all around is a motley crowd. Former prostitutes, shouting children, people who had been ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    The Righteous Anger Of Jesus

    Contributed by Matthew Sickling on Apr 3, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,248 views

    Sermon compares Jesus’ act of cleansing the Temple with the way He feels about many of our churches.

    Introduction: Three weeks ago we looked at the Compassion of Christ. We saw how Jesus showed compassion to a Widow who had lost her son, a man who was suffering from leprosy, and over 4000 people who were hot, tired and hungry. This morning I want us to look at a passage of Scripture that deals ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Preparation For Explosion I Series

    Contributed by Jason Jones on Apr 10, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,546 views

    An exposition of Acts 1:1-5, detailing the preparations that Christ and the Spirit were making for the genesis of the church

    Text: Acts 1:1-5, Title: Prep for Explosion I, Date/Place: NRBC, 4/15/07, AM A. Opening illustration: When we were building our house in Maine it was in a new development, so there was a lot of things that had to get done before we could begin putting up walls and windows. B. Background to passage: ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Church Conflict Part Deux Series

    Contributed by Jason Jones on Aug 19, 2008
     | 3,789 views

    Exposition of Acts 15:6-21 regarding the resolution of the conflict over circumcision, Gentiles, and law-keeping

    Text: Acts 15:6-21, Title: Church Conflict Part Deux, Date/Place: NRBC, 8/17/08, AM A. Opening illustration: -66% say their congregation has been in conflict in the past 2 years; 20% called it “significant” or “major.” B. Background to passage: Last time we looked at a good reason to fight and a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Cross Examination

    Contributed by Don Jones on Apr 6, 2009
    based on 50 ratings
     | 10,677 views

    Jesus acts on the cross are examined. He did for us what we couldn’t do for ourselves.

    Cross Examination Mark 15:21-39 Introduction It was time for Jesus to be crucified. He had been beaten with fists, had his hair pulled out, He had been flogged to the point of death. He was a mass of bleeding, raw and opened flesh. It is a miracle that He is still able to carry His ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Wise Teacher

    Contributed by W. Alderman on Aug 8, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,665 views

    This is an exposition of John 8 which shows the way the Lord dealt with the woman who was caught in the act of adultery.

    The Wise Teacher John 8:1-11 The wise teacher had to prepare for His class. His early arrival marks Jesus as being a diligent teacher who is prepared and anxious to teach His pupils. The last verse of the previous chapter tells us that all the pupils went into their own houses. The ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jason Jones avatar

    Missed Opportunities Series

    Contributed by Jason Jones on Jun 13, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,135 views

    Exposition of Acts 24:22-27 about Felix’s missed opportunity to hear the gospel and be saved

    Text: Acts 24:22-27, Title: Missed Opportunity, Date/Place: NRBC, 5/31/09, AM A. Opening illustration: Use Judas as another biblical example of one who had immeasurable opportunity (do a slideshow of the 12 disciples that the parents can recite with their children) B. Background to passage: Remind ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    God Moments: Part Two Series

    Contributed by Douglas Phillips on Feb 10, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,717 views

    A series on special times in our lives where God acts in special ways, with no other explanation possible.

    GOD MOMENTS PART TWO (JOSHUA 3:1-13) INTRODUCTION: A MIDDLE-AGED MAN WAKES UP NEXT TO A ROTTING MOUND OF TRASH IN A REMOTE PART OF A BIG CITY. HE HAS DRIED BLOOD ON HIS FACE AND HIS CLOTHES HAVE BLOOD ON THEM AS WELL AND ARE TORN. HE LOOKS AT HIMSELF IN THE MIRROR OF AN OLD RUSTY CAR, BUT THE ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Curse Of The Cargo Cult

    Contributed by Craig Sully on Apr 7, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,665 views

    Rather than being a shoddy imitation, we need to emulate the Book of Acts Church, unintimidated by others.

    The Curse of the Cargo Cult 2 TImothy 3:1 This know also, that in the last days perilous times shall come. 2 For men shall be lovers of their own selves, covetous, boasters, proud, blasphemers, disobedient to parents, unthankful, unholy, 3 Without natural affection, trucebreakers, false accusers, ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal