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  • David Owens avatar

    The Happiest Of Endings Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Dec 4, 2023
     | 1,516 views

    Mark concludes his Gospel in chapter 16 with the angel's announcement at the empty tomb, and then the appearances to Mary, the two disciples, and then the eleven apostles. Finally, he declares Jesus return to heaven and His work in and through the apostles as they carried out His mission.

    Introduction A. In an old poem called “The Widow in the Bye Street,” John Masefield depicts a scene of heartbreaking agony. 1. He depicts a young man about to be executed by hanging for crimes he had committed. 2. In the crowd witnessing this fatal event was his mother. 3. As the trap door ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Why We Celebrate Christmas–emmanuel

    Contributed by Phillip Smith on Dec 20, 2024
     | 707 views

    No man alive knows the exact date our Lord was born, however it does not hinder us from celebrating his birth. We celebrate much more than his birth. Let me explain why I believe this holiday is so important to me.

    No man alive knows the exact date our Lord was born, however it does not hinder us from celebrating his birth. We celebrate much more than his birth. We celebrate his birth, life, death and resurrection into eternal life continuously. Let me explain why I believe this holiday is so important to me. ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Joel Gilbert avatar

    The Priorities Of Jesus And His Family Series

    Contributed by Joel Gilbert on Jan 7, 2025
     | 720 views

    This passage seems to reveal how Mary, Joseph and Jesus prioritized God’s things in their routines, regards (or affections), and relationships.

    Today, as we continue our study in the book of Luke, we come to a rather peculiar passage that provides a rare glimpse into Jesus’ childhood. The other gospels vary in how much they share about Jesus before his public ministry begins. Matthew devotes about 48 verses to Jesus’ early years (some of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Paul Fritz avatar

    How The Holy Spirit Helps Us Improve Our Preaching

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 40 ratings
     | 3,532 views

    Let the Spirit empower, enable and enlighten your mind so you can be a more effective communicator of His truth

    Illustration;In a seminary missions class, Herbert Jackson told how, as a new missionary, he was assigned a car that would not start without a push. After pondering his problem, he devised a plan. He went to the school near his home, got permission to take some children out of class, and had them ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    How Can The Lord Help Me Gain Real Confidence?

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 71 ratings
     | 9,589 views

    Confidence comes from believing that we can do all things through Christ who strengthens us to do what He wants us to do and be.

    What are the ways to gain real confidence? 1. Appropriate every aspect of the greatest promise in the Bible! - Paul writes, "I can do everything God asks me to do with the help of Christ who gives me the strength and power. (Phil. 4: 13) Illustration:James Dobson tells of a friend of his during ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Vision: The Church's Life

    Contributed by David Salyer on Dec 21, 2000
    based on 142 ratings
     | 5,168 views

    How important vision is to the life of a church

    Vision: The Church’s Life Poverbs 29:18 It started like so many evenings. Mom and Dad at home and Jimmy playing after dinner. Mom and Dad were absorbed with jobs and did not notice the time. It was a full moon and some of the light seeped through the windows. Then Mom glanced at the clock. ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Mark Haines avatar

    Surprising Answers To Prayer

    Contributed by Mark Haines on Jul 23, 2001
    based on 67 ratings
     | 6,397 views

    An inductive message using biblical narrative to encourage Christians to turn to God in prayer because he will answer them.

    Purpose: to be the Holy Spirit’s second witness calling God’s people in my care to cooperate with God in order to receive answers to their prayers. Response: Individuals will ponder Jesus’ question to the man by the pool of Bethesda – "Do you want to get well?" If they do they can come to the ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

  • Jeff Strite avatar

    Does Jesus Have Lordship In Your Life? Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Nov 17, 2002
    based on 160 ratings
     | 16,068 views

    The heart of Peter’s problem was that Jesus did not have the "position" of Lordship in His life. What does that mean?

    OPEN: A teacher was telling about the time their new elementary school was raising the American flag for the first time. To make the day special, they had invited a marine Corps color guard to come out and perform the duty for them. The day before the ceremony, the Marine in charge of the unit ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Christ Versus Satan

    Contributed by Lee Black on Nov 23, 2002
    based on 6 ratings
     | 3,391 views

    If we are not with Jesus Christ, we will be ’scattered’.

    Mt. 12:30 Christ Versus Satan Matthew 12:30 He that is not with me is against me; and he that gathereth not with me scattereth abroad. I. Satan. A. His Origin. He was Created. Ezekiel 28:12-19 Son of man, take up a lamentation upon the king of Tyrus, and say unto ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Ed Wood avatar

    The Cure For An Accusing Heart Series

    Contributed by Ed Wood on Jun 6, 2002
    based on 70 ratings
     | 9,625 views

    12th in First John Series

    THE CURE FOR AN ACCUSING HEART 1 John 3:19-24 INTRO: SIN can rob us of the enjoyment of God’s love. When we get sin in our hearts we’re not as open to that love of God as we ought to be. SATAN can rob us of the love of God. Satan wants to steal that awareness of God’s love from our hearts. Satan ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dale Rose avatar

    Love And Pedigree

    Contributed by Dale Rose on Apr 10, 2002
    based on 34 ratings
     | 2,816 views

    Jesus answers the question about the greatest commandment, then asks the question, "What is the Christ’s lineage?"

    Love and Pedigree Matt 22:34-46 One New Year’s Day, in the Tournament of Roses parade, a beautiful float suddenly sputtered and quit. It was out of gas. The whole parade was held up until someone could get a can of gas. The amusing thing was this float represented the Standard Oil Company. With ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Phillip Frady avatar

    More Than Anything, I Want The King

    Contributed by Phillip Frady on Apr 17, 2002
    based on 47 ratings
     | 6,933 views

    A desire for the presence and purpose of God must supercede the desire for the things that God can give to us. Miphobesheth valued the person of King David more than the material goods.

    More Than Anything, I Want The King II Samuel 19:24-30 I.. Absolute trust II. Absolute devotion III. Absolute abandonment We have before us a right moving text. Miphobesheth was one of the sons of Saul. He was born with crippled legs and had won a special place in the heart of King David who had ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • David Anderson avatar

    Living Bricks

    Contributed by David Anderson on May 5, 2001
    based on 64 ratings
     | 4,980 views

    God builds His people together for their benefit and to show His Kingdom in the world.

     Sermon: "Living Bricks" Anderson Isaiah 62:1-5; I Cor. 12:1-11; John 2:1-11 + + + In the light of Epiphany, as it shines in the words, hearts and hands of God’s people, I would like to share two texts from today’s readings. First from the prophet Isaiah, ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Paul Fritz avatar

    Let The Spirit Empower Your Communications

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on May 15, 2003
    based on 46 ratings
     | 2,704 views

    The Holy Spirit will use your preaching to free people from all that limits them from doing God’s will. Jesus said, "You will know the truth and the truth will set you free." (John 8:31)

    Illustration;In a seminary missions class, Herbert Jackson told how, as a new missionary, he was assigned a car that would not start without a push. After pondering his problem, he devised a plan. He went to the school near his home, got permission to take some children out of class, and had them ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Garth Wehrfritz- Hanson avatar

    Resurrection Of Our Lord Series

    Contributed by Garth Wehrfritz- Hanson on Apr 16, 2003
    based on 94 ratings
     | 9,730 views

    The good news of Christ’s resurrection according to Mark’s short and peculiar ending.

    Sermon for Easter Sunday Yr B 20/04/2003 Based on Mk 16:1-8 Grace Lutheran Church, Medicine Hat, AB By Pastor Garth Wehrfritz-Hanson A very zealous soul-winning young preacher recently came upon a farmer working in his field. Being concerned about the farmer’s soul the preacher asked the man, ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran