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  • Josh Reich avatar

    In Search Of Authentic Faith Series

    Contributed by Josh Reich on May 12, 2007
    based on 10 ratings
     | 5,186 views

    How do you know if faith is real? Is it possible to have a faith that is fake? How do you know the difference? Where do works fit with faith? Are they extra, needed for salvation?

    This weekend was a cool weekend in the life of our church. On Friday, the women’s ministry had a come n go dessert, and even though I wasn’t there, I heard it was a good time. Then on Saturday morning, we had a church and neighborhood clean-up. It was a great time to clean up our church, as well ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    God Is At Work Even When We Do Not Know It

    Contributed by John Hamby on Jun 27, 2018
    based on 4 ratings
     | 18,820 views

    The book of Esther provides insight into what God is doing when He chooses to remain silent.

    A Study of the Book of Esther God Is At Work Even When We Do Not Know It! Esther 1:1-22 Esther is a very unusual book. It almost did not make into the canon of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Righteousness By Faith Alone

    Contributed by Gary Regazzoli on Jun 6, 2002
    based on 46 ratings
     | 11,041 views

    Paul makes clear there is only one way to righteousness and the promises associated with salvation - Faith in the saving work of Jesus Christ

    Romans 4:13-25 – Righteousness by Faith Who wants to earn a $1,000.00?  If you can jump up and touch the ceiling I will give you $1,000.00 Background to the Book of Romans  Paul wrote this letter to the Church of Rome primarily made up of Jews who had brought the gospel message back ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    God's Intense Longing For People To Work Together Series

    Contributed by Brian Atwood on Oct 21, 2007
    based on 11 ratings
     | 14,993 views

    God’s plain and simple precepts for successful and satisfying teamwork through constructive relationships.

    Part 1 of 5 in the series, Together We Make a Difference, The Advantages of Teamwork in My Life! We’re beginning a new series today on teamwork. Learning how and why we need to work harmoniously together with others is a vital part of satisfying and long-lasting relationships. Our lives are ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Don Campbell avatar

    The Epistle Of Joy

    Contributed by Don Campbell on Sep 27, 2025
     | 111 views

    This is a six-part sermon series on Paul's letter to the Philippians.

    A SIX-PART SERMON SERIES ON PAUL’S EPISTLE TO THE PHILIPPIANS #1: THE GOD WHO CLOSES AND OPENS DOORS INTRODUCTION A. Paul wrote four epistles from prison: Ephesians, Philippians, Colossians, and Philemon. B. In this lesson, we will explore Paul’s second missionary journey that led him to Philippi. ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Freddy Fritz avatar

    Grace: How Can God Accept Us? Series

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Nov 5, 2015
     | 6,072 views

    This sermon examines God's grace and its implications.

    Scripture Today is the sixth week of a seven-week series of messages based on a book that is titled Christianity Explored by Rico Tice and Barry Cooper, out of England. The purpose of this series is to explore Christianity, primarily through the writing of Mark in his book we call The Gospel of ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Rick Gillespie- Mobley avatar

    Spiritual Gifts-The Call To Work Together

    Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Apr 28, 2001
    based on 111 ratings
     | 9,695 views

    This sermon deals with the reality that Spiritual Gifts are given to draw us to a closer unity in the body of Christ.

    Spiritual Gifts-The Call To Work Together 4/18/2001 Psalm 133 Philip 2:1-16 Text 1 Corin. 12:1-26 Let’s suppose for a moment, you were driving down the highway just having a good time listening to your music. You’re on your way to somewhere you plan to have a really good time. But ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    The Message Of Angels Series

    Contributed by David Dykes on Oct 9, 2006
    based on 6 ratings
     | 12,230 views

    There are three messages that angels give that seem to appear over and over in the word of God.

    INTRODUCTION Today I’ll be bringing you the fourth and final message in the series Angels All Around Us. I hope that during this study you have been informed to understand the Bible, the Word of God, has much to say about angels and about how people in their everyday walk of life have had many ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Into To Ecclesiastes Series

    Contributed by Greg Wiens on Mar 30, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 11,374 views

    This is my introduction to my sermon series on Ecclesiastes. It has a lot of history and background.

    Show Video from ALPHA Course # 2Alpha Course More to life than this? http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IGI3z9YXW9A Read Scripture Passage SLIDE 2+3 Ecclesiastes 1:1-11 1 These are the words of the Teacher, King David’s son, who ruled in Jerusalem. Everything Is Meaningless 2 ...read more

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    Denomination: Mennonite

  • Michael McCartney avatar

    Galatians Part 1 – "A Different Gospel” Series

    Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Sep 7, 2005
    based on 11 ratings
     | 4,618 views

    I am amazed at how quick you have become deceived and fallen prey to a deceptive teaching which undermines the Gospel of Jesus Christ.

    Galatians Part 1 – “A Different Gospel” Thesis: I am amazed at how quick you have become deceived and fallen prey to a deceptive teaching which undermines the Gospel of Jesus Christ. Illustration: Video clip from The Messenger – Joan of Arc from Videos That Teach 2 Page 108: The Movie France is ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Timothy Series

    Contributed by Wayne Clarke on Nov 20, 2001
    based on 104 ratings
     | 16,091 views

    Profile of Timothy, co-worker with Paul, based on his family background and ministry.

    Timothy Series on Paul’s Partners Bible passages Acts 15:39-16:5, Phil 2:19-24, Tim 1:3-8 Tim – one of the most important and most interesting characters in the NT – story hard to piece together. Acts… in Paul’s letters, writer with Paul of 6 of them… 2 books letters written to him in Ephesus… ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Keith Buice avatar

    A Message From Mary, The Mother Of Jesus

    Contributed by Keith Buice on May 18, 2006
    based on 19 ratings
     | 10,813 views

    A Mother’s Day message for visitors and members that have a Roman Catholic background

    A Message from Mary, the Mother of Christ. John 2:1-5 Introduction: Mothers. What can we say about them? Everything good and nothing bad. Eight-year-old Mary wrote her mother a note for Mother’s Day. "Dear Mother, here is the box of candy I bought you for Mother’s Day. IT IS VERY GOOD CANDY. I ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Rob Woodrum avatar

    Investigating The Hero King - An Introduction Series

    Contributed by Rob Woodrum on Oct 21, 2010
     | 3,428 views

    Introducing Luke's gospel, considering the background and purpose, as well as the first four verses.

    Luke 1:1-4 “Investigating the Hero-King” What is significant about the date 9-11-01? Do you remember where you were when it happened? What kind of impact did that event have on the world? What changed because of it? It’s safe to say that the terrorist attack that destroyed the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Bruce Goettsche avatar

    Amazing Grace Series

    Contributed by Bruce Goettsche on Oct 5, 2012
    based on 1 rating
     | 8,263 views

    Full text sermons focusing on Ephesians 2:8-10

    Amazing Grace Ephesians 2:5-10 ©Copyright September 30, 2012 by Rev. Bruce Goettsche Series: Ephesians Our text this morning is one of the most eloquent and beautiful passages in the Bible. Ephesians 2:8-9 are two of the most memorized verses among Christians; for good reason. These verses ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    What An Introduction!

    Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Aug 5, 2010
    based on 34 ratings
     | 8,970 views

    Paul starts off cool, and then heats up quickly. He cuts to the chase calmly and directly and doesn’t mince words. SALVATION IS NOT OF WORKS! Link inc. to formatted text, audio, PowerPoint.

    What an Introduction! Galatians 1:1-9 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/WhanAnIntro.html Paul starts off cool, and then heats up quickly. He cuts to the chase calmly and directly and doesn’t mince words. Galatians is God’s rebuttal of legalism of every description. The Mosaic Law is neither ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist