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  • Tim White avatar

    The Christian And Sin Series

    Contributed by Tim White on Mar 22, 2012
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     | 11,235 views

    Christians sin, but cannot continue in sin. Why and what it means is covered by John in this passage.

    Sin and the Christian 1 John 3:1-9 When I worked for a huge family distribution business, several of us used to meet for lunch and play cards. We had to take an hour lunch and had nothing else to do. Of course, discussions normally ran all across the board, from sports, to politics, to religion, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Jesus Comes To Jordan To Be Baptized

    Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Dec 31, 2019
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,624 views

    Why is baptism so important? And what is meant by Jesus, the sinless One submitting to baptism?

    Jesus Comes to be Baptized by John Matthew 3:13-17 The baptism of Jesus by John the Baptist is mentioned in all four gospels. Even though it is not explicitly stated in the Gospel of John, it is strongly implied. What was the relation of John the Baptist to Jesus? All of the gospels deal with this ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    The Price Of Following Jesus SermonCentral

    Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 10, 2023
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     | 1,264 views

    Exploring why the rich young ruler walked away and the true cost of following Jesus.

    In the Gospels, we find various conversations and interactions that Jesus had with people during His earthly ministry. These exchanges are of great importance to us, as they teach us valuable lessons. One such encounter is with the rich young ruler, whose story ends tragically. Let us delve into ...read more

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    A Warning Against Conflict

    Contributed by Michael Koplitz on Oct 28, 2025
     | 90 views

    Why would Jesus tell us He came to cause conflict? It is actually a warning.

    A Warning Against Conflict Luke 12:49-53 Rabbi Rev. Dr. Michael H. Koplitz 49 “I have come to cast fire upon the earth; and how I wish it were already kindled! 50 “But I have a baptism to undergo, and how distressed I am until it is accomplished! 51 “Do you think that I came to provide peace on ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Salt

    Contributed by Joseph Neil Adams on Jan 3, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 12,036 views

    Jesus calls His followers to be the "salt of the earth." This message thinks about what it is to be salt ; examining the characteristics of salt & asking if these are hallmarks of our Christian walk.

    Matthew 5:13-16 Galatians 5:16-18 Jesus calls His followers to be the "salt of the earth." What does this really mean? Today, we are thinking about what it is to be salt ; examining the characteristics of salt & asking if these are hallmarks of our Christian walk. So the first thing I want us to ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    What If This Was Your Last Christmas

    Contributed by Troy(Pastor) Dingwell on Dec 19, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,479 views

    A message about God speaking to each of us and asking what if we were to know that this was to be our last Christmas, and would it change our thinking and attitude.

    I sat and watched a Christmas show on Tuesday night and thought how emotional do we become when we sit and see human nature affecting us. I thought about every Christmas that we celebrate from when we were kids to now as adults. For many of us the Christmas’s we grew up with probably did not have ...read more

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    Denomination: Congregational

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    Will You Trust Me With That

    Contributed by Pamela Johnson on Jun 22, 2019
    based on 1 rating
     | 24,886 views

    This morning the Lord sent me by here to ask you one simple question. All He wants to know is, will you trust Me with that?

    Will You Trust Me with That Proverbs 3:1-8 By: Pastor Pamela L. Johnson 1-13-2019 This morning the Lord sent me by here to ask you one simple question. All He wants to know is, will you trust Me with that? I’m sure a few of you have already asked the question with what? If that’s you then let ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Gotta Serve Somebody

    Contributed by David Lansdown on Nov 17, 2002
    based on 35 ratings
     | 11,450 views

    Why we should claim ’... as for me and my household, we will serve the Lord’ as our motto.

    GOTTA SERVE SOMEBODY Joshua 24:14-15 Introduction A Sunday School teacher challenged her children to take some time on Sunday afternoon to write a letter to God. They were to bring their letters back the following Sunday. One little boy wrote, "Dear God, we had a good time at church today. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Did Jesus Suffer All Of That For This? Series

    Contributed by Warren Lamb on May 24, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,994 views

    We need to look at what we are involved in, what we think and do and say, and ask the question: Did Jesus suffer all of that for this?

    Did Jesus Suffer All Of That For This? Matthew 20:17-19 Our time together will not be long. We will all probably be most thankful for that before we are through. I don’t know what you thought you came to church for this morning, but God has an agenda for all of us. Let’s read our text for this ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Love Your Neighbor Series

    Contributed by Rodney Barlow on Feb 29, 2016
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,552 views

    We need to take a closer look at what other things the Lord have asked of us concerning loving our neighborders and bearing others burdens.

    Love Your Neighbor Gal 6:1 Brethren, if a man be overtaken in a fault, ye which are spiritual, restore such an one in the spirit of meekness; considering thyself, lest thou also be tempted. Gal 6:2 Bear ye one another's burdens, and so fulfil the law of Christ. The law of Christ-Things the ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    A Community Lament Series

    Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Oct 25, 2010
     | 6,503 views

    When God’s people experience disaster, heartache, or disappointment, they can raise their voices to God and ask Him to intervene; their plea is based on three criteria.

    A Community Lament Psalm 85 1. I can remember a few times when America mourned as a nation. Three of the most solemn times where when John Kennedy was assassinated, September 11, 2001, and the Tsunami. 2. Israel had her times of trial and grief as well, and this Psalm of community lament is a ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Dwelling In God's Will.

    Contributed by Mark Elkins on Feb 1, 2003
    based on 36 ratings
     | 5,760 views

    Understanding why it is important not to live an ambiguous lifestyle, but to truly remain in God’s perfect will.

    For the last couple of weeks Collier has been sick with the flu. His temperature would range between 102-103. One particular day his temperature went above 105 three different times. Each time we would place him in the bathtub with cool water. Each time our hearts would shatter because of his ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Uncommon Authority And Unusual Security (Part 1)

    Contributed by Pastor Emmanuel Sule on Sep 27, 2012
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,062 views

    This messages reveals practical insights why every believer must grow in spiritual authority and maturity.

    I believe the subject of this article is the craving of every person; the need for authority and security is the reason why many people involve themselves in all kinds of things. Authority and security are the two major promises the devil flaunts at people to destroy their destinies. The quest for ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Little Miracle / Big Miracle Series

    Contributed by John Sears on May 16, 2016
    based on 3 ratings
     | 14,956 views

    What do we do when we ask God for miracles and they fail to materialize. Do we conclude his is incapable or not there. Or is there a larger picture?

    Introduction (Personal story) It was a life defining moment. It was the Fall of 2013 when I received a phone call in my office. It was the nurse at the doctor’s office where my wife had had an appointment and she said I needed to come to the hospital. Earlier that week, my wife had felt a ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    Jesus Deserves Our Praises

    Contributed by Joel Pankow on Apr 5, 2001
    based on 50 ratings
     | 8,332 views

    on why Jesus deserves our praises as they did on Palm Sunday - for his person and his office

    April 8, 2001 Luke 19:28-40 After Jesus had said this, he went on ahead, going up to Jerusalem. 29 As he approached Bethphage and Bethany at the hill called the Mount of Olives, he sent two of his disciples, saying to them, 30 “Go to the village ahead of you, and as you enter it, you will ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran