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  • James May avatar

    Where Do We Go From Here?

    Contributed by James May on Apr 19, 2016
    based on 5 ratings
     | 22,445 views

    In a world gone mad with sin and depravity, what should the true church of Jesus Christ be doing? We should not fear what man may do, we should bend the truth of God's Word, and we should not bow before the "gods" of political correctness.

    Where do we go from Here? Wednesday, February 17, 2016 By Rev. James May We live in a world where the words of the prophet Isaiah are ringing loud and long, and the warnings of what will come in these last days are coming to pass with alarming speed. Who can doubt that we are nearing the time of ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    The Christmas Cake

    Contributed by Andrew Moffatt on Dec 23, 2014
    based on 3 ratings
     | 8,295 views

    A recipe for a Christmas Cake and all that the ingredients mean.

    The Christmas Cake. This sermon has been altered from a responsive sermon that was originally preached at the Anglican Parish of Halswell, Prebbleton, Canterbury and purloined by Mrs Heather Hodgkinson who preached a slightly altered version at The Sydenham Corps of the Salvation Army, ...read more

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    Denomination: Salvation Army

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    Why Should We ‘raise Holy Hands In Prayer’? Series

    Contributed by Jim Butcher on Jan 17, 2015
     | 5,340 views

    What do we do with Paul's instructions for us to "raise holy hands in prayer"? Why would he ask us to do that?

    WE'RE SUPPOSED TO DO WHAT? Paul commands us to lift holy hands in prayer. - 1 Timothy 2:8. WHY DO THAT? We can use our body’s position to focus our heart’s direction. SOME "HOLY HANDS" EXAMPLES: 1. Hands lifted skyward is an expression of surrender. 2. Hands cupped before you ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Rodney Johnson Sr., avatar

    The Need To Assemble Ourselves

    Contributed by Rodney Johnson Sr., on Feb 7, 2015
     | 5,369 views

    This text encourages us to come together and worship our maker.

    We are instructed in the text; not to forsake the assembling of ourselves together. Paul alludes to the fact that the problem was already in existence in his day.Therefore; let's look at several reasons why we should be frequently in corporate worship . I. Confession of our salvation. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Rev. Matthew Parker avatar

    The Beauty And Majesty Of God

    Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Feb 15, 2015
     | 9,852 views

    God is beautiful and majestic. How do we examine our attitude toward life and toward God? King David gives us some insights from his life and poetry.

    The Beauty and Majesty of God - Psalm 27:1-5 - February 15, 2015 As his parents watched from the patio, a little boy played baseball by himself in the back yard. Of course this amounted to tossing a ball into the air and attempting to hit it with his bat. As he did so he proclaimed to no one in ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Living Sacrifices Series

    Contributed by Stephen Sheane on May 20, 2015
    based on 2 ratings
     | 12,589 views

    Through worship we are transformed. This sermon looks at the why, how and what of offering ourselves to God.

    LIVING SACRIFICES Two older women were walking along the shoreline of a lake when a frog came hopping up to them. Creaking with age, one of them slowly bent down and scooped up the frog in her hands. As she stood there gazing at the frog, fascinated by its ugliness, the frog croaked, “Hey, ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

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    The Sign Of Cleansing The Temple Series

    Contributed by Ron Tuit on Feb 16, 2015
    based on 1 rating
     | 8,719 views

    Jesus performed seven signs in the Gospel of John; the second sign was the cleansing of the Temple.

    The Sign of Cleansing the Temple John 2: 13-25 Religious zeal was certainly a great part of Jewish culture: We saw in John 2: 1-12 that the purification rites of the Jews were held in high esteem, but exterior washings did not provide heart cleansing. The Savior changed the water into wine at ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dan Proctor avatar

    Making A New Start Series

    Contributed by Dan Proctor on Jan 5, 2016
    based on 4 ratings
     | 16,098 views

    Many of us are familiar with the story of Noah’s Ark. Just like Noah, God in His grace has given you a new year. It is a new beginning, a fresh opportunity, a brand-new start with a new year.

    Making A New Start Genesis 8:16-22 – Part 1 Introduction: 1. Many of us are familiar with the story of Noah’s Ark. A worldwide flood destroyed the world, but Noah and his family escaped. God delivered them from judgment and protected them in the ark of safety. (It is a picture of our ...read more

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    Denomination: Bible Church

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    Dealing With Practical Christian Living Series

    Contributed by William D. Brown on Mar 30, 2014
     | 7,541 views

    ~Paul tells the believers in Colossi to love heavenly things; set your hearts and minds on things above --

    #8~Col. 3:1-11 ~IN THIS CHAPTER, PAUL BEGINS DEALING WITH PRACTICAL CHRISTIAN LIVING~ 1-12-14 We'll be in chapter 3: today, but to help us get connected back up with our thought line let's read: ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • T.J. Conwell avatar

    The Temple In Heaven

    Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Apr 27, 2014
     | 3,798 views

    When any person gets an opportunity to look into the majesty of Heaven, it should cause us to be encouraged, excited, and to look forward! Even during worst human time(s), God still shows us how amazing He is!

    The Temple in Heaven Revelation, Part 24, Revelation 15:1-8 Introduction - This is the Lion of the Tribe of Judah (righteous and (IMP) merciless) -- Make no mistake: He shall no longer be the sacrificial lamb -- He is the one promised to judge the living and the dead - As Jesus ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Experiencing Revival

    Contributed by Scott Bayles on Oct 21, 2014
    based on 3 ratings
     | 12,488 views

    Preached the weekend before our annual revival, this three-point expository sermon explores the real meaning of revival, focusing on the Word of God, the Worship of God and the Work of God.

    Experiencing Revival Scott Bayles, pastor Blooming Grove Christian Church: 3/23/14 Recently, Ashley and I watched the movie “Princess Bride” for the first time with our kids. It’s a classic fairy-tale movie filled with romance and swashbuckling adventure. In one pivotal scene, ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

  • Clark Tanner avatar

    "Glory To God Alone"

    Contributed by Clark Tanner on Sep 18, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,528 views

    Everything about us that makes us, us, is through and to and for Him.

    “Oh, the depth of the riches both of the wisdom and knowledge of God! How unsearchable are His judgments and unfathomable His ways! 34 For WHO HAS KNOWN THE MIND OF THE LORD, OR WHO BECAME HIS COUNSELOR? 35 Or WHO HAS FIRST GIVEN TO HIM THAT IT MIGHT BE PAID BACK TO HIM AGAIN? 36 For from Him and ...read more

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    Denomination: Orthodox

  • Dr. Samuel Sanchez, Ph.D. avatar

    Accion De Gracias

    Contributed by Dr. Samuel Sanchez, Ph.d. on Sep 18, 2009
    based on 88 ratings
     | 133,734 views

    Estaba leyendo esta semana sobre una mujer que como toda buena madre de familia andaba a la carrera tratando de lograr todas las metas diarias que se habia trazado y encima de todo tenia una cita medica con el especialista a la que estaba llegan....

    acias 2 Corintios 9:11-12 (NVI) Ustedes serán enriquecidos en todo sentido para que en toda ocasión puedan ser generosos, y para que por medio de nosotros la generosidad de ustedes resulte en acciones de gracias a Dios. Esta ayuda que es un servicio sagrado no sólo suple las necesidades de los ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

  • Blake Inscore avatar

    Choose For Yourselves

    Contributed by Blake Inscore on Sep 25, 2009
    based on 5 ratings
     | 7,518 views

    Joshua 24 is an important text because it reminds us of the challenges that lie before those who will follow the leadership of the Lord in their lives.

    Introduction: Today I’d like for us to look at a passage of scripture that deals with the transition that God’s people faced as they possessed the Promised Land. The song we sang a few minutes ago was based on the verses we are going to be reading. Joshua 24 is an important text because it reminds ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Come Lord Jesus! Series

    Contributed by Pat Damiani on Mar 21, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,590 views

    The Book of Revelation gives Christ followers the confidence to pray “Come Lord Jesus!”

    This morning we’ll complete a journey that began all the way back in July of 2009 as we began with an overview of the Day of the Lord as it was addressed by the Old Testament prophets. Then with that important background established, we began working our way through the book of Revelation ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist