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  • Revd. Martin Dale avatar

    Who Is Jesus?

    Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Feb 20, 2004
    based on 29 ratings
     | 5,618 views

    At the Transfiguration, God the Father answers the question: Who is Jesus?

    Langham 22-02-04 Who is Jesus? The Transfiguration – Luke 9:28-36 Readings: Ex 34:29-53 Luke 9:28-36 The poet W.H. Auden in his book “A Certain World” wrote this: Christ did not enchant men; He demanded that they believe in Him: except on one occasion, the Transfiguration. For a brief while, ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    It's Never Too Late

    Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Sep 11, 2004
    based on 36 ratings
     | 9,174 views

    The encouragement of the Parable of the Lost Sheep is that Jesus is not interested in 99%’ He wants 100% in the Kingdom

    NR 8.00 12-09-04 Luke 15:1-10 Parable of the Lost Sheep Story: The Diver NR 8.00 12-09-04 Luke 15:1-10 Parable of the Lost Sheep Story: The Diver A young man who had been raised as an atheist –was training to be an Olympic diver. The only religious influence in his life came from his ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    A Thankful Heart

    Contributed by Steve Smith on Dec 15, 2007
     | 5,814 views

    If we take the time to observe, we have so much to be thankful for. Even in the worst of times, we can see God and His mercy all around.

    INTRODUCTION A. YOUR BLESSING 1. Think for a moment about your life – your family – your children – their family’s (if it fits). 2. What do YOU Have to be Thankful For? Anyone care to share? 3. Share with Us! B. AMERICA – 9/11 1. Trying to prepare for a Strategic Plan to accomplish our Vision ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    02 Letters To Loved Ones - Thessalonians Training Series

    Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Sep 3, 2007
    based on 3 ratings
     | 2,851 views

    THREE ACTIONS FROM THESSALONIANS 1. Make It Personal - v. 1; 2. Make It Practical - v.1; 3. Make It Powerful - v.1

    PowerPoint Available Fill in Blank Handout Available PowerPoint Symbols - + New Slide > New Transition ________________________________________________________ + A Letter To A Loved One??? - Enjoy being with our love ones - They go - Then their first communication is shared - ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Seasons Of Creation: Being A Disciple With The Land Series

    Contributed by Richard Schwedes on Sep 11, 2008
    based on 2 ratings
     | 5,439 views

    This sermon looks at how our relationship with the land has been affected by sin, how it should be and how it will be

    As we continue in our sermon series the season of creation, this week our focus is the land. When you hear the word land? What comes to mind? From my background living in the country; Farming, cropping, bush walks, salinity, hard work, wild animals come to mind,. And from my background living in ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Amazing Authority Series

    Contributed by John Harvey on Mar 26, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,667 views

    The teaching and spiritual authority of Jesus as described in Mark 1.

    “Amazing Authority” March 30, 2008 Me: I have seen some amazing things in my life. • Jesus stature in Rio de Janeiro Christ the Redeemer is a statue of Jesus Christ in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. The statue stands 130 ft tall, weighs 700 tons, and is located at the peak of the 2,296 ft Corcovado ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Benefits Of Meditation

    Contributed by Paul Andrew on Jun 17, 2018
     | 5,062 views

    There is a link between mediation and attentional functions and cognitive flexibility instead of giving an automatic response. Often we best represent the presence of Christ not just in moments of scheduled ministry.

    16B In the Catholic Church, an officiating priest or deacon says, "The Lord be with you" and the congregation responds by saying, "And with thy spirit." However, an older, recently outdated, response from the congregation used to be, “And also with you". So there was a Catholic priest who always ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

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    Paul In Corinth Series

    Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Jul 10, 2018
     | 5,023 views

    The Kingdom is about people, friends, foes, and most who are neither. When we lose our focus on people, we lose our focus on the kingdom.

    Paul in Corinth (Acts 18:1-17) 1. One young blogger writes, Today, my mom tells my sister that she is worried about her because she has a headache and feels like she might be getting a slight cold. I have had the flu for two weeks and have a 103 degree fever. I ask, "What about me?" Her response? ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Detailed Rules For Canaan Bound Hebrews Series

    Contributed by Paul Clemente on Aug 27, 2018
     | 4,319 views

    God gives details and consequences for breaking God's rules.

    Let us continue to worship God by learning from the Book of Exodus. Exodus is the story of God’s chosen People called out of Egypt to get instructions from God before entering the Promised Land of Canaan. Remember the background? • God chose a people to reveal Himself starting with Abraham and ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    A Patient Faith Series

    Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Sep 4, 2018
     | 4,316 views

    God’s kingdom advances by faith and recedes by unbelief. The kind of faith that proves itself best is a patient faith.

    A Patient Faith (Hebrews 11:23-31) 1. Some people hold faith in contempt or treat it lightly. Some churches also cheapen the faith, treating it as a business. 2. Two old Jewish men are strolling down the street one day when they pass by a church in a very affluent neighborhood. They see a big ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Evangelism 101

    Contributed by Craig Condon on Aug 19, 2015
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,737 views

    When we are nearing the end of our witnessing, we have to wait for signs of readiness and response. If that readiness indicates belief in the resurrection, the audience is ready to begin their new life in Christ.

    Have you ever wondered how you can share the Good News with the people you meet? If so, the story of Philip and the Ethiopian eunuch in Acts 8:26-40 is a good teaching manual. Philip was leading a revival in Samaria that was leading multitudes of people to Christ. God called Philip from ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    Did Anything Good Come Out Of Nazareth?

    Contributed by Howard Gunter on Jan 9, 2018
    based on 3 ratings
     | 13,427 views

    Philip, just an ordinary guy - called to ministry and in turn brings along a friend, Nathanael. This reading shows how Jesus uses ordinary people, doing ordinary things.

    Mid-Week Message/Devotion January 10, 2018 Reading: John 1:43-51 Did Anything Good Come Out of Nazareth? If we read this passage with an element of curiosity and desire to dig into the nuances a little bit, it becomes not only informative but also entertaining. It’s a short reading and ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Revd. Martin Dale avatar

    Nicodemus Meets Jesus

    Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Mar 11, 2021
     | 3,834 views

    When Nicodemus meets Jesus, Jesus tosses him a spiritual hand grenade . You must be born again

    EMB HC 14-03-2021 A report in the newspaper CoventryLive 19th Dec 2020 ran this article Che Williams was using his magnetic fishing rod in an attempt to find an old rod he had once lost in that area of the river. Instead, he ended up pulling up a hand grenade. He pulled up 18 more, as well as ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

  • David Taylor avatar

    Brought To Life; Brought Together Displaying Christ At Work Series

    Contributed by David Taylor on Jan 21, 2025
     | 311 views

    Today’s message is Displaying Christ at Work.

    We are continuing our series in Ephesians, Brought to Life; Brought Together. We are in Ephesians 6:5-9, looking at the last relationship Paul addresses, calling slaves to submit to their masters. Today’s message is Displaying Christ at Work. In 6:5-9 Paul instructs both slaves and masters to ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The God Who Makes Nobodies Somebodies Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Aug 20, 2025
     | 167 views

    God delights in lifting the lowly, rewriting destinies, and transforming ordinary lives into extraordinary testimonies.

    THE GOD WHO MAKES NOBODIES SOMEBODIES By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Samuel 16:11-13 Key Verse: “He raiseth up the poor out of the dust, and lifteth the needy out of the dunghill; That he may set him with princes, even with the princes of his people.” (Psalm 113:7-8) Supporting Texts: 1 ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God