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  • Stephen Belokur avatar

    Lent 2013 Week 5 Series

    Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Mar 21, 2013
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     | 10,957 views

    Taking a look at the attendees at the dinner given in Jesus' honor in Bethany at the home of Simon the Leper. Which character(s) would you be if you had been there? Many had good attitudes and thankful hearts.

    This is the fifth week of the Lenten season and today we’ll be taking a look at an event in the life of Jesus that revealed true love. So, let’s take a look at the passage starting in the 12th chapter of John, verses 1 through 8 John 12:1-8 “Six days before the Passover, ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    Choices We Make

    Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Apr 12, 2013
    based on 14 ratings
     | 20,252 views

    When we sort through the implications of our choices, be they major or minor, how does a relationship with Jesus Christ figure into the equation? There is perhaps no greater choice facing us each and every day of our life than this choice. If you decide n

    Opening illustration: Writing in the Wall Street Journal, Missy Sullivan noted that many user agreements, warranties, and disclaimers that come with products are nearly unreadable. Intentionally set in very small type, they actually discourage people from understanding them. Because of this, many ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Pt. 2 Fundamentals Series

    Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Apr 17, 2013
     | 2,920 views

    Any discussion of healing must start with the fundamental questions, “What is the origin of sickness & suffering?”Biblically, all evil/suffering & their consequences are a result of Adam’s sin.

    Healing 2 Dr. Mike Fogerson October 24, 2012 A Any discussion of healing must start with the fundamental questions, “What is the origin of sickness & suffering?” 1 Why does . . . a A four-month old die from SIDS, toddler get bullied, young student get hit by a car, teen die in an ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Gospel

    Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Apr 11, 2014
     | 5,246 views

    The Gospel. What is it? What can it do for me? Why should I care?

    INTRODUCTION • SLIDE #1 • Preparing for next week’s celebration of the greatest event in human history; the resurrection of Jesus, last week we took time to examine why Jesus said He came to the world. • The reason for Jesus’ coming was not about eradicating poverty, ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Standing Out In The Kingdom Series

    Contributed by Allan Kircher on Jan 21, 2014
     | 5,009 views

    There is a word here for us as well! • There will be times when things appear hopeless. • times when/shattered pieces/our dreams will lie around us.

    Pastor Allan Kircher Shell Point Baptist Church Jan 5th, 2014 Genesis 37:1-11 Standing out in the kingdom Intro: “There are two great days/person’s life - the day we are born and the day we discover why.” • One is easier than the other. • One is a date in ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Thank God I Totaled My Car! Series

    Contributed by Pastor Jeff Hughes on Feb 8, 2014
     | 5,583 views

    How can one find blessing in wrecking their car? You might be surprised to find out...and blessed.

    I've been preaching for a while, in my 18th year of preaching. I've been around the block so to speak, but I don't claim to anyone special--just a man called to work for the Master. But being in ministry for more than just a few years does give a man experience in both the good and the bad--but is ...read more

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    Denomination: Bible Church

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    Do We Have To Celebrate Our Birthday?

    Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Feb 16, 2014
     | 46,347 views

    To show that JESUS CHRIST needs to be the Center of every human celebration - birthday, death, anniversaries, mother's day, father's day, etc.

    I. EXORDIUM: Do we have to celebrate our birthday? Optional. We have to celebrate CHRIST's birthday in us. Rather celebrate our spiritual birthday, if we have to do this, make our spiritual birthday more extravagant or make JESUS CHRIST the Center of every celebration. II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Each And Every Word

    Contributed by Pastor Jeff Hughes on Feb 16, 2014
     | 4,573 views

    The Bible, God's Word, is Inspired--Profitable--Completing--Equipping

    Each And Every Word 2 Tim 3:16-17 16 All Scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness, 17 that the man of God may be complete, thoroughly equipped for every good work. (NKJ) During the early days of World ...read more

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    Denomination: Bible Church

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    The Chosen's Choice

    Contributed by Jerry Flury on Feb 23, 2014
    based on 5 ratings
     | 25,102 views

    As Christians we were chosen by God to be recipients of God's amazing grace. The blessings of having been chosen are unfathomable. Being chosen there are also responsibilities to be fulfilled and choices to be made.

    The Chosen's Choice Titus 2:11-14 As Christians we were chosen by God to be recipients of God's amazing grace. The blessings of having been chosen are unfathomable. Being chosen there are also responsibilities to be fulfilled and choices to be made. I. Our great privilege - we have been chosen ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Absentminded Professor Spreads Falsehoods Regarding Science & Religion

    Contributed by Frederick Meekins on Feb 24, 2014
     | 2,816 views

    Absentminded Professor Spreads Falsehoods Regarding Science & Religion

    Throughout much of the modern era, one of the main slugfests with the draw of a Hulk Hogan and Rowdy Roddy Piper cage match of the 1980's has been the ongoing dispute between so-called science and religion Proponents of each side of the debate contend that their own viewpoint is the foundation ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Can You Truly Say That Jesus Is The Lord Of Your Life?

    Contributed by Gordon Mcculloch on Mar 4, 2014
     | 2,452 views

    Why did Jesus really take Peter, James and John the Mount of Transfiguration? Because there was something that He could only teach in that place and they remember it the rest of their lives.

    This sermon was delivered to St Oswald’s in Maybole, and Holy Trinity in Ayr, Scotland on the 2nd March 2014 (Scottish Episcopal Churches in the Dioceses of Glasgow and Dumfries). Summary: Why did Jesus really take Peter, James and John the Mount of Transfiguration? Because there was ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal

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    Where O' Where Has Prophecy Gone Series

    Contributed by Terry Laughlin on Mar 9, 2014
    based on 3 ratings
     | 3,495 views

    God the Father, through the power of the Holy Spirit has gifts to empower the church of Christ, enabling her to accomplishing everything He has called her to do in a sin cursed world.

    Title: Where O' Where Has Prophecy Gone Theme: The Ability to Preach God's Word Series: He Gave Gifts Introduction: Picture in your mind several years of giving to your loved ones everything they need to function and survive in an hostile world. How would you feel after finding out the family ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Steve Shepherd avatar

    God Be True And Every Man A Liar Series

    Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Nov 21, 2013
    based on 84 ratings
     | 19,781 views

    God is true, right and holy but we humans are not. 1- The bad news - we’re all under sin 2- The good news - righteousness comes through Jesus

    INTRO.- There is good news and there is bad news. ILL.- Good news/bad news. An old man visits his doctor and after thorough examination the doctor tells him: "I have good news and bad news, what would you like to hear first?" Patient: "Well, give me the bad news first." Doctor: "You have ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Ajai Prakash avatar

    Living Jesus

    Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Nov 22, 2013
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,094 views

    God’s will for us is to enter into His amazing plan and purpose to have great joy in His presence and in His grace. Now how we respond to this invitation, is very important!

    Opening illustration: Suppose you are rushed to the hospital, where a physician examines you and informs you that you are critically ill. He says you’ll die unless you have proper treatment. He then prescribes medicine and says, “If you will take this, I can assure you with absolute ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    All Life Is Precious (A Memorial For An Adult Male With Down Syndrome)

    Contributed by Steve Greene on Dec 16, 2013
    based on 5 ratings
     | 56,918 views

    This is a funeral that for an adult male with Down Syndrome. This message recognizes the value of all human life and it seeks to honor the parents who had invested their lives in three children, two of which were special needs. Names have been changed.

    All Life is Precious - A memorial service for an adult male with Down Syndrome On behalf of the Smith family, I want to take this opportunity to thank you for being here to remember the life of Larry Smith. Psalm 121:1-8 (NIV) 1 I lift up my eyes to the hills-- where does my help come from? 2 ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene