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  • Lou Nicholes avatar

    Hope

    Contributed by Lou Nicholes on Dec 28, 2004
    based on 14 ratings
     | 14,110 views

    As Christians we can see the world physically decaying and spiritually degenerating with this sin. However, we do not need to be pessimistic, because we have a blessed hope. Brighter days indeed lie ahead for the whole creation.

    THOUGHTS ABOUT THE PASSAGE: A number of years ago researchers performed an experiment to see the affect hope has on those undergoing hardship. Two sets of laboratory rats were placed in separate tubs of water. The researchers left one set in the water, and found that within an hour they had all ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Patterns, Part 2 Series

    Contributed by Dillon Burroughs on Mar 10, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,778 views

    An investigation into the human patterns that keep us from passionately following Christ along with Paul’s biblical instruction for pursuing the proper perspective.

    Dillon Burroughs 9.14.08 “…take note of those who live according to the pattern we gave you.” –Philippians 3:17 Last week we discussed Philippians 3:4-14, noting the human patterns we follow versus the Christ-like pattern we are called to follow. This week, we continue to discover what it ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Welcoming Jesus

    Contributed by Rodney Burton on Jan 27, 2009
    based on 6 ratings
     | 5,648 views

    Jesus arrived on what we know as Palm Sunday and was welcomed in many ways. How do we welcome Him?

    *In the context of this story, Jesus is manifesting Himself in a brand new way to these people. He is openly declaring Himself to be the Messiah. His hour has come and He is showing Himself strong and a fulfillment of recognizable prophecy to those in attendance for the Passover. *There are ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    When The Holy Ghost Shows Up

    Contributed by Brian Matherlee on Dec 9, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,857 views

    What would happen if Jesus showed up and led every follower of His in our community to live out His mission?

    WHEN THE HOLY GHOST SHOWS UP Sunday, June 28, 2009 Pastor Brian Matherlee What is it about our town & area that we love? What makes this place special? What about our area does God love? What would happen if Jesus showed up and led every follower of His in our community to live out His ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    The Baptism Of Jesus

    Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Dec 10, 2013
    based on 7 ratings
     | 7,937 views

    Meeting Jesus in the waters of baptism.

    THE BAPTISM OF JESUS. Matthew 3:13-17. The baptism administered by John was with a view to the repentance of sins. So, immediately, we are challenged with the thought: why did Jesus make the journey from Galilee to Jordan to be baptised by John (Matthew 3:13)? After all, as John would argue ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Basics For Starting A Church.

    Contributed by Hans Manaka on Jan 6, 2014
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,717 views

    This is for the preparation of those who believe that there is a call of God in their lives to start a church or ministry. It is made to make them see the possibilities of starting what God has call them to do.

    Ministry always starts with the leading Minister [the sent one] who delivers God’s word and few new converts. That is how the ministry of our Lord Jesus Christ started, with only 12 it mushroomed into a great Organisation. For us to get the same result we can also follow the same route. When ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    Cry Out To Jesus

    Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Nov 6, 2015
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     | 3,624 views

    Cry Out To Jesus

    Psalms 119:145 -152 Cry Out To Jesus I. The Psalmist's Dedication 145-146 A. His Passion in Prayer 145 I cried with my whole heart; hear me, O LORD: I will keep thy statutes. James 5:17 Elias was a man subject to like passions as we are, and he prayed earnestly that it might not rain: and it ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

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    Learning To Be A Servant

    Contributed by Lay Man on May 29, 2015
     | 4,741 views

    Now, however, I am on my way to Jerusalem in the service of the Lord’s people there. - Romans 15:25 Have you ever observed a waiter serving people well? They are constantly looking to serve the people who they are taking care of. Their eyes are alway ...

    Now, however, I am on my way to Jerusalem in the service of the Lord’s people there. - Romans 15:25 Have you ever observed a waiter serving people well? They are constantly looking to serve the people who they are taking care of. Their eyes are always looking to try and anticipate what the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    A Trinitarian Delight In Creation

    Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Apr 1, 2016
    based on 5 ratings
     | 5,900 views

    Of Jesus it was said that the Spirit of the LORD shall rest upon Him, the Spirit of wisdom and understanding (Isaiah 11:2).

    A TRINITARIAN DELIGHT IN CREATION. Proverbs 8:1-4; Proverbs 8:22-31. Proverbs 8:1-4 alerts us to the call of Wisdom: a call which is heard in the highways and byways of life, in the marketplaces and from the tops of the roof. Dame Folly, by way of contrast, lurks around the corner (Proverbs ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Sequel Of Life

    Contributed by J Bernard Taylor on Nov 26, 2019
     | 2,354 views

    How you ever thought of how many movies have sequels? Many times the sequels are as popular as the original movies. But what about a sequel to life? Is this life all there is, or is there a sequel to it?

    THE SEQUEL TO LIFE INTRODUCTION Have you ever thought about how popular sequels are? If a movie has produced millions of dollars at the box office, we can be sure a sequel will be following. Movies like Star Wars, Rocky and many others have produced sequels. Often the sequels are ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Encourage One Another

    Contributed by Sarah Keith on Mar 12, 2013
     | 4,858 views

    During Lent, rather than giving up something outward and physical, give up discouraging words!

    During Lent, many people give up something they enjoy eating--chocolate for instance--in order to focus on and consider anew the sacrifice Jesus made for humankind. This season, however, rather than giving up something outward and physical, I suggest giving up discouraging words. It’s difficult ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    A High Priest Of Good Things To Come.

    Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Jul 18, 2024
    based on 2 ratings
     | 386 views

    "But Christ..." (Hebrews 9:11).

    A HIGH PRIEST OF GOOD THINGS TO COME. Hebrews 9:11-15. This short passage is the high point of the writer’s comparison between the old covenant and the new. In an argument from the lesser to the greater, the chapter commences with a demonstration of the limitations of the access to God allowed ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Good News

    Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Jan 21, 2021
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,356 views

    The good news is that God's kingdom is in the here and now as well as in the future.

    Good News Mark 1: 14 - 20 Intro: One Sunday morning the Bubba Schmidt family was driving home from church where Bubba had preached a “great” sermon. His 9 year old son, Jon said, “Dad, when I grow up, I’ve decided to be a preacher. Bubba thought that perhaps his message had touched his son. ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Preparing The Way: A Journey Through Advent

    Contributed by Ronald Moore on Nov 28, 2023
     | 2,840 views

    We embark upon the season of Advent—a season of hope, expectation, and preparation. Advent marks the beginning of the liturgical year, a time when we turn our gaze towards the coming of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.

    Dear brothers and sisters in Christ, As we gather in this sacred space, our hearts filled with anticipation, we embark upon the season of Advent—a season of hope, expectation, and preparation. Advent marks the beginning of the liturgical year, a time when we turn our gaze towards the coming of ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    A Greater Reality Youth Sermon

    Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 5, 2023
    based on 4 ratings
     | 1,115 views

    Those of us alive today in the kingdom of God have a greater experience than John the Baptist because we have advantages that were once only dreamed about: the forgiveness of sin, Christian community, an indwelling Holy Spirit, and the mind-blowing beauty of the gospel story. These elements make the kingdom of heaven a greater reality for present-day followers of Christ.

    Imagine you've been waiting for a package to arrive for weeks. You've been tracking it online, and you're so excited for it to finally get here. Then, one day, it arrives! The anticipation is over, and you get to enjoy what's inside the package. That's kind of like what it was like for people in ...read more

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