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  • Robert Hudson avatar

    Be An Imitator Of God

    Contributed by Robert Hudson on Feb 13, 2010
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     | 14,757 views

    Message on Ephesians 5:1-8 about how we are to be imitators of God.

    This morning I would like to talk about being an imitation or being an imitator. When I think about imitations I tend to think of cheap replicas things with inferior quality and while it might be a good deal, it will not last as long or work as well as the original. A couple of things that come to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Guidelines From The Lord For Living In These Last Days

    Contributed by Dr. Stanley Vasu on Jul 28, 2008
    based on 24 ratings
     | 8,505 views

    THIS SERMON IS ABOUT GUIDELINES FROM THE LORD FOR LIVING IN THESE LAST DAYS BASED ON 1THESSALONIANS CHAPTER 5

    GUIDELINES FROM THE LORD FOR LIVING IN THESE LAST DAYS **************************************************************** OUTLINE 1. PUT ON THE BREASTPLATE OF FAITH AND LOVE AND THE HOPE OF SALVATION 2. HONOUR THOSE MINISTER TO YOU AND BE BLESSED THROUGH THEIR MINISTRY 3. LIVE A COMPLETELY ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Slavery

    Contributed by Michael Russell on Jan 12, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 8,048 views

    A description and defense of the Old Testament’s laws on slavery; Jesus as the one who saves us from slavery to sin

    Slavery Last week, we looked at the letter to Philemon, a letter about a slave. So this week, I thought we’d look in more depth at slavery. See, you’ll often hear this attack on the bible: the bible’s for slavery, and it’s wrong on that. So why listen to anything the bible says? If it gets ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

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    How Good Is Good Enough

    Contributed by Terry Cavanaugh on Jan 31, 2009
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     | 4,818 views

    This message looks at what Paul considered important for the Christian Life.

    This morning we continue our study of 1 Thessalonians. If you have your Bible, open them with me to 1 Thessalonians 4:1-12. Many of you here today remember the Sunday before Christmas. You invited Ginny and I to the front of the church and gave us a wonderful gift, first Ginny, Eddie and I want ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • K. Edward Skidmore avatar

    Because Of The Cross

    Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on Dec 9, 2014
     | 8,553 views

    Using the general outline from Robert McGee's book "Search for Significance" this message reveals the four ways the cross overcomes the false belief systems of people living under the cloud of guilt, shame, self loathing and blame.

    Because of the Cross I Corinthians 1:18 (Outline from Robert McGee, Search for Significance) INTRODUCTION: The God of the Bible is the complete opposite of the kinds of gods human beings tend to invent. The gods that humans concoct are impressive, powerful, victorious, and even dangerous. ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    21 Vital Revelations About The Amazing Grace Of God

    Contributed by Dr. Stanley Vasu on Dec 10, 2014
     | 7,666 views

    1.SALVATION 2.SELECTION 3.SOULWINNING 4.SERVICE 5.STRENGTH 6.SUFFICIENCY 7.SAFETY 8.SUCCOUR 9.SICKNESS 10.SOLACE 11.SUPPLY 12.SYMPATHY 13.SHAME 14.SANCTIFICATION 15.STABILITY 16.SUCCESS 17.SOWING 18.SELF-ABASEMENT 19.SINGING 20.SPEECH 21.SECOND COMING

    21 VITAL REVELATIONS ABOUT THE AMAZING GRACE OF GOD 1. SALVATION The grace of God brings forgiveness for our sins. Man has no right to demand forgiveness from God. God can punish Man for all his sins. But in His grace He chose to provide a way of Salvation through ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    How Can I Tell If I'm Becoming Yoked With The World?

    Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Jan 18, 2016
     | 4,409 views

    Last week I preached on 2nd Cor. 6 where Paul talks about not being yoked with unbelievers. But how can we know if that’s happening to us? In order to find out if we are heading in that dangerous direction we need to ask ourselves some key questions.

    HOW CAN I TELL IF I’M BECOMING YOKED WITH THE WORLD? INTRODUCTION: Last week I preached on 2nd Cor. 6 where Paul talks about not being yoked with unbelievers. But how can we know if that’s happening to us? Oftentimes it’s not easy to tell. Satan is tricky; he’s subtle. It ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Judea: My Community And My Neighbors Series

    Contributed by Rick Burdette on Jul 1, 2015
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,237 views

    The Gospel, Our Witness to Those We Know, Service

    THE CHURCH HAS LEFT THE BUILDING – Judea: My Community & My Neighbors Acts 3:11-26 (pg. 760) July 12, 2015 Introduction: How many of you have ever thrown a pebble into a pond? Most of us, huh? It hits with a big explosion and then the waves ripple out in concentric ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Hell - A Bitter Sweet Expperience For Everyone Even The Wicked!!

    Contributed by Coz Von on Apr 16, 2016
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     | 3,304 views

    Hell is a very real place and very scary, but also ad comforting message of grace for the unjust, How do we solve the problem of all of those contradicting verses - WE CAN, LOOK AND SEE!

    With sincerity, dedication and concern, by lending out their ears, many well meaning Christians study the hell fire message out of context. The message of forever being punished in hell is a message of Love and hope and not a message of discouragement. it's not a message that should cause you to ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    “take Another Peace Of My Heart” Pt. 2 Series

    Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Apr 20, 2016
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,516 views

    Only after we’re living the first six beatitudes can we become the seventh . . .“peacemakers.”

    The Beatitude Summer Sermon Series “Take another PEACE of my Heart” Pt. 2 (Matt. 5.9) August 9, 2015 CFBC, Chester, IL Dr. Mike Fogerson, speaker A I read an article about a mom & dad who were in a divorce hearing, along with their 4-year old daughter. 1 The husband & wife were ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    He Did It For Us

    Contributed by John Lowe on Mar 18, 2015
    based on 1 rating
     | 9,935 views

    The trial and crucifixion of Jesus is a story of hypocrisy and raging hatred.

    He Did It for Us John 19:1-19:20 The trial and crucifixion of Jesus is a story of hypocrisy and raging hatred. It is also the story of the power and majesty of Jesus. The Jewish religious authorities wanted ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Rick Burdette avatar

    A Place You Encounter The Savior Of The World Series

    Contributed by Rick Burdette on Apr 1, 2015
     | 3,934 views

    Savior,The world, Belief

    THE WELL – A Place You Encounter the Savior of the World John 4:39-42 April 17, 2022(Easter) Introduction: Have you ever had someone save your life? Or have you ever been involved in saving someone’s life? My grandson Peyton was 2 years old when my daughter screamed “He’s not ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Joe Birdsall avatar

    Encounters

    Contributed by Joe Birdsall on Apr 27, 2015
    based on 4 ratings
     | 13,769 views

    A sermon based on John 4. The encounter with Jesus at Jacob's Well.

    At the beginning of John Chapter 4, Jesus and his disciples are traveling back to Galilee from the province of Judea. In order to do this, they have to travel either around or through the province of Samaria. Jesus apparently makes the decision to take the shortcut through Samaria. When they ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    No Night In The City

    Contributed by Bright Adeyeye on Mar 2, 2020
    based on 2 ratings
     | 8,076 views

    No matter the present situation you're in, light will surely prevail over darkness. Joy will come in the morning.

    NO NIGHT IN THE CITY "God called the light Day, and the darkness He called Night. So the evening and the morning were the first day." Genesis 1:5. God not only creates the brightness of day, He also creates the darkness of night. So whatever appears like a night today is just before ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Environmental Devastation In End Times

    Contributed by Simon Bartlett on Oct 29, 2022
     | 1,580 views

    The scientists tell us that the world is headed for environmental catastrophe. That's what Revelation says too. What should we think about it?

    INTRODUCTION Today we’re returning to Revelation after a month’s break. This is my third talk. I’ve called the series ‘Revelation: The Hard Parts.’ I’m consciously diving into some of the hard parts of Revelation – the parts that preachers generally avoid. But these hard parts are in the Bible ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist