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  • Travis L. Billings avatar

    Signs Of Being Spiritually Alive

    Contributed by Travis L. Billings on Nov 26, 2018
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,278 views

    The church has been struck by an illness called ‘worldliness’ and the church appears to be dead. This has often caused the world to give the church up for dead.

    1. In the late 1800s, the city of Pikeville, Kentucky was shaken with an unknown disease, and the most tragic case of all was that of Octavia Smith Hatcher. After her infant son Jacob passed away in January 1891, Octavia went into a bedridden depression where she gradually became very ill and ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

  • Mark Schaeufele avatar

    Peter's Vision: Breaking Down Walls Series

    Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Jan 12, 2024
     | 1,760 views

    Let God change the way you see people. Stop looking at outward appearances or misguided mindsets and start looking at the heart that needs Jesus.

    Peter’s Vision: Breaking Down Walls Text: Acts 10:9-23 Introduction 1. Illustration: “Preacher isn't talkin' 'bout religion no more He just wants to praise the Lord People aren't as stuffy as they were before They just want to praise the Lord And it's very plain to ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Sheba's Rebellion Against King David Series

    Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Oct 3, 2023
     | 1,527 views

    Mephibosheth comes to David having not washed his clothes, or shaved or cared for his appearance, basically to show David that he was waiting for his return.

    At the end of 2nd Samuel chapter 19 we see Mephibosheth rejoining King David after he had fled Jerusalem. We also see Barzillai, a rich guy who was supporting David in Mahanaim, come to David, and David invites him to Jerusalem, but Barzillai prefers to return to his own home, because he’s in his ...read more

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    Denomination: Salvation Army

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    Don't Give Up On God

    Contributed by Jason Patrick on Dec 1, 2001
    based on 27 ratings
     | 15,723 views

    God appears obscure and enigmatic to us all at times, but as we persevere in our relationship with God we realize that God perseveres toward us also.

    “Don’t Give Up on God” / Luke 18:1-8 Proper 24, Year C; Downsville Baptist Church; 21 October 2001 If Jesus is trying to teach us about the importance of persevering in our prayer lives, we wish he would have done it in a less confusing and puzzling manner. Perhaps his parable should have gone ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Intention Of The Ascension

    Contributed by Ray Scott on Jun 4, 2003
    based on 33 ratings
     | 11,097 views

    In the final post-resurrection appearance of Jesus, He ascends into Heaven to send the Holy Spirit to indwell each believer to fulfill the Commission He gave them.

    “The Intention Of The Ascension” Acts 1:1-14 INTRODUCTION: Since Easter Sunday, we have been studying the “Post-Resurrection Appearances Of Jesus”. We saw how Jesus appeared to: o The women at the tomb. o The 2 disciples on the Road to Emmaus. o The 10 Disciples, with Thomas absent. o The 11 ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Tom Lovorn avatar

    Seven Pm, Easter, 29 Ad

    Contributed by Tom Lovorn on Nov 11, 2000
    based on 468 ratings
     | 21,435 views

    We can draw from the appearance of Jesus to his disciples in the upper room on Resurrection Sunday four applications of Easter: peace, joy, hope, and mission.

    Seven PM, Easter, 29 A.D. Luke 24:33-48 Introduction It was Easter Sunday for the Ibuga Christians of Western Tanzania. In one village, a large crowd had gathered to worship. Many came out of curiosity to hear about a God who conquered death. While they were singing and praising God, they didn't ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Jesus Or Simon-The Real Cross Carrier

    Contributed by Matthew Morine on Apr 12, 2005
    based on 14 ratings
     | 6,842 views

    Who really carried the cross to calvary? Did Simon or Jesus? It may appear that Simon carried the cross for Christ but truly Christ carried the cross for Simon.

    JESUS OR SIMON-THE CROSS CARRIER In every young man’s life there comes a defining moment. The moment where a young boy knows that he has taken a large step towards manhood. This moment happens quickly but after it has past the boy will never go back again. It is the moment where a boy ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Boot Camp - Prayer Warriors

    Contributed by William Akehurst on Jul 18, 2007
    based on 10 ratings
     | 6,983 views

    Our nation is in need of Soldiers. We are at war. But the battle is not what it appears. It is a spiritual battle and we need to prepare ourselves now. Put on the Armor and Pray.

    EPH 6:10-18 Boot Camp As a kid, my brother and I liked to play ‘army man’. My grandfather had an old steel army helmet that we would wear when we played army man. What you need to understand is that it was a dark steel helmet, and we would play and wear these helmets during some of the hottest ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Especially Series

    Contributed by Joseph Smith on Mar 21, 2004
    based on 65 ratings
     | 4,664 views

    Three times the word "especially" appears in the New Testament, prompting us to be intentional in fellowship, to emphasize family life, and never to forget the centrality of the message of the Cross.

    Dealing with people is always messy. There is no way you can work with human beings and have everything neat and clean. When you deal with people, you get a mess. They misunderstand, they misinterpret, they make mistakes, they get it wrong. And that’s just on Sundays! The rest of the week is ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Steven Cook avatar

    The Rainbow

    Contributed by Steven Cook on Mar 29, 2003
    based on 45 ratings
     | 16,399 views

    The "rainbow" is God’s symbol of peace to mankind. In this sermon, the rainbow is shown to sometimes appear AFTER a storm, sometimes DURING a storm, and sometimes BEFORE a storm.

    “The Rainbow” Genesis 9:9-14 I. The Rainbow Appeared to Noah AFTER the Storm (Gen. 9:9-14) A. Read Genesis 9:9-14 B. The Life of Noah –  Noah found grace in the eyes of the Lord (Gen. 6:8)  God commanded Noah to build an ark for the saving of his house  Noah obeyed God ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • David Lansdown avatar

    Why Are We Here? Pt 1 Series

    Contributed by David Lansdown on Jul 23, 2002
    based on 28 ratings
     | 6,124 views

    There appears to be the themes of persecution in verses 1-3 and evangelism in verses 4-8. But I want to suggest that this entire passage is primarily all about evangelism!

    WHY ARE WE HERE? pt 1 Acts 8:1-8 Introduction Two elderly couples were enjoying conversation when one of the men asked the other, ‘Fred, how was the memory clinic you went to last month?’ ‘Outstanding, they taught us all the latest psychological techniques: visualisation, association, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Pat Cook avatar

    When Jesus Speaks Your Name Series

    Contributed by Pat Cook on Jun 15, 2003
    based on 61 ratings
     | 11,159 views

    Jesus singled out Mary Magdalene as the one to whom He would first appear after His resurrection, bringing her life new meaning.

    John 20:10-18 - When Jesus Calls Your Name I’m sure most of us have seen at least some of the game show, The Price is Right, where Bob Barker announces the contestants one by one, each one by name, “___________, come on down! You’re the next contestant on The Price is Right!” What would you be ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jason Pettibone avatar

    Planks, Specks, Pigs, And Pearls Series

    Contributed by Jason Pettibone on Nov 13, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,939 views

    Judgment is a common problem that divides people, destroys relationships. Jesus warns us not to judge based on external appearances, while insisting that we are capable of discernment.

    Sermon on the Mount - # 10 Judgment and Discernment Text: Matthew 7: 1-6 What does Jesus mean when He says “Do not judge?” To begin to answer those questions one must look closely at the entire content of the Sermon on the Mount. What is the central theme of this discourse? The authentic ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Sherm Nichols avatar

    Walking After The Cross Series

    Contributed by Sherm Nichols on Nov 30, 2006
    based on 45 ratings
     | 23,133 views

    Looks at the 3rd resurrection appearance of Jesus and challenges us to live our lives in light of the fact that Jesus is alive and He has plans for us.

    1. Title: Walking After The Cross 2. Text: John 21 3. Audience: Villa Heights Christian Church, AM crowd, April 16, 2006, Easter Sunday, Last in the series “Walk to the Cross” 4. Objectives: -for the people to be reminded of God’s plan and their part in it; to understand how this 3rd ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Timm Meyer avatar

    The Ancient Of Days Takes His Throne

    Contributed by Timm Meyer on Jan 16, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,058 views

    End Time 3/Saints Triumphant (B) - The Ancient of Days takes his throne. He shines with royal appearance. He juges with royal authority.

    THE ANCIENT OF DAYS TAKES HIS THRONE (Outline) November 16, 2008 -- END TIME 3 / SAINTS TRIUMPHANT -- Daniel 7:9,10 INTRO: The months of November and December bring many friends and family back to their homes for visits. There is a certain excitement and expectation as we anticipate ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran