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  • Christopher Holdsworth avatar

    The Ascension Of Jesus

    Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Dec 26, 2013
    based on 6 ratings
     | 18,410 views

    The exhortation to Watch must be balanced with the command to Occupy (do business) until I come.

    THE ASCENSION OF JESUS Acts 1:1-11 The Acts of the Apostles is a continuation of the account of The Gospel According to Luke. There is a definite continuity between the two books. Both books are addressed to someone called Theophilus, and in the beginning of Acts the evangelist again explains ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Real Worshippers

    Contributed by Jimmy Haile on Nov 3, 2015
     | 4,742 views

    If there is not a balance within the Christian life, we can become off kilter, like a washing machine with the clothes off balance, it makes a lot of noise, but it’s not cleaning your clothes properly.

    1 Kings 18:17-39-Then it happened, when Ahab saw Elijah, that Ahab said to him, "Is that you, O troubler of Israel?" 18 And he answered, "I have not troubled Israel, but you and your father's house have, in that you have forsaken the commandments of the LORD and have followed the Baals. 19 Now ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Grace Giving Series

    Contributed by W. Alderman on Jan 31, 2006
    based on 24 ratings
     | 14,033 views

    This is a message taken from the author’s book entitled, "Christian Stewardship".

    GRACE GIVING II Corinthians 8:1-15 INTRODUCTION: This portion of Scripture describes the grace giver. The grace giver gives with Christ Jesus in mind. Every gift that Christ Jesus has given us has been a gift of Grace. We deserve nothing any better. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Anthony Perry avatar

    Because He Said So

    Contributed by Anthony Perry on Sep 21, 2009
    based on 3 ratings
     | 7,174 views

    This sermon deals with the concept of the authority of Christ as well as biblical and scriptural authority.

    Scripture: Matthew 7: 28-29 Message: Because He Said So Anthony Perry Introduction: ἐîïõóßá: [exousia /ex•oo•see•ah/] We are going to look at the subject of authority found in these verses. These verses come at the end of a teaching session called the Sermon on the Mount. Jesus goes through ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Freddy Fritz avatar

    Jesus Heals A Man With An Unclean Demon Series

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Mar 31, 2013
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,224 views

    In this sermon we examine Jesus' authority and various responses to his authority.

    Scripture Luke began writing about the public ministry of Jesus when Jesus was in the region of Galilee. The basic question that Luke asked and answered is: “Who is Jesus?” Luke first gave us a summary of Jesus’ ministry in Galilee (4:14-15). Next, he gave us an example of ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • David Dunn avatar

    Strong Enough To Serve

    Contributed by David Dunn on Oct 30, 2025
     | 115 views

    Jesus grants authority not for control but for compassion; strength flows through humility, and true greatness is found at the basin of service.

    There are few sights more moving than real authority wrapped in humility. It’s rare. We’re accustomed to power that postures, rank that separates, and leadership that needs to be noticed. Every now and then, we glimpse the beauty of someone who is both strong and gentle—someone who knows exactly ...read more

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    Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

  • Stephan Brown avatar

    The Gifts Of The Spirit Series

    Contributed by Stephan Brown on Jun 18, 2003
    based on 44 ratings
     | 7,695 views

    A very balanced presentation of the Gifts of Holy Spirit as used to strengthen the Body of Christ.

    The Spirit Filled Life (Part 2): The Gifts of the Spirit 1 Corinthians 12:7, “Now to each one the manifestation of the Spirit is given for the common good.” I. “Now to each one” The spiritual gifts are for every member of the body. A. In the Old Testament, the Holy Spirit and his ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Bigotry About Hell Series

    Contributed by Ian Grant Spong on Jan 2, 2005
    based on 11 ratings
     | 3,727 views

    Hell is a misunderstood subject. Myths, urban legends, prejudice and bigotry abound. Is there a balance?

    BIGOTRY BUSTERS -- HELL BY IAN GRANT SPONG Is there a literal annihilation of the wicked, a literal eternal suffering in fire or a literal eternal banishment in outer darkness? In other words does God kill off the wicked in a Divine Auschwitz, put them in an eternal torture chamber or banish ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Bigotry About Heaven Series

    Contributed by Ian Grant Spong on Mar 18, 2005
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,439 views

    Urban legends, heresies, bigotry and prejudices about heaven abound. What is the balance?

    BIGOTRY BUSTERS BY IAN GRANT SPONG HEAVEN When I was in Graduate School doing theology our Greek professor asked us what heaven meant to us. Each one of us gave an entirely different answer and he said that our answers said more about us and our personal needs than heaven, because nobody ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Reverend Cooper McWhirter avatar

    An Age Of Nonsense: "Success Is In The Eye Of The Beholder" [part Two]

    Contributed by Reverend Cooper Mcwhirter on Sep 29, 2016
     | 4,170 views

    Establishing priorities. Finding a balance between a strong work ethic and accumulating wealth

    Sermon Preached at Grace Community Church (EPC) Sun City Grand, Surprise, AZ Sunday, August 12, 2001 by the Reverend Cooper McWhirter An Age of Nonsense: “Success is in the Eye of the Beholder” Ecclesiastes 5:10-20 Growing up I use to tell my dad I didn’t care what I did when I ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Brian Buriff avatar

    The Hard-To-Snub Gospel

    Contributed by Brian Buriff on Jun 3, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,050 views

    Paul said to Titus - "Speak these things, exhort, and rebuke with all authority. Let no one despise you". But if you do these things, isn’t it a given that you will be despised or snubbed?

    I. INTRODUCTION A. Question: Paul’s letter to Titus telling him what to teach. Conundrum? If you exhort / rebuke with all authority, many will despise you. B. Good Questions - How many feel despised / No one listening, rejection? etc. II. DESPISE Greek = Perifroneitoo -- Compound Word 1. ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    A Church That Steps Out Series

    Contributed by John Tung on Apr 25, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,046 views

    A church has both an internal and an external ministry. We must be balanced and not self-absorbed.

    A CHURCH THAT STEPS OUT Acts 5:12-16 John Tung, 4-22-07 I. Introduction The church should pray for people in crisis situations. The church should also pray for people in non-crisis situations, but certainly we as a church should also be praying for people who are in crisis situations. And that’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Terry Kreuger avatar

    Friend Or Foe? Series

    Contributed by Terry Kreuger on Oct 31, 2002
    based on 21 ratings
     | 3,937 views

    Authority and Accountability

    Friend or Foe? Authority and Accountability Introduction Leaders are involved with authority. One of the things that people instantly recognized about Jesus was that he had authority. He spoke with authority He acted with authority He lived with authority He taught with authority And at his ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Hugh W. Davidson avatar

    Commandment Five Series

    Contributed by Hugh W. Davidson on Apr 3, 2009
     | 5,644 views

    The relationship to authority

    Honor thy father and thy mother Exodus 20:1-12 Back in 1976 when they first opened the CN tower in Toronto; Herb and two of his friends decided they’d go to the top and really see the city. One of his friends was from Moncton and the other was from Amherst. Well, after they got to the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Rev. Samuel Arimoro avatar

    The Total Man

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Sep 28, 2025
     | 176 views

    The total man is one who is complete in spirit, soul, and body growing holistically to reflect Christ’s image in every area of life.

    THE TOTAL MAN By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Thessalonians 5:23 “And the very God of peace sanctify you wholly; and I pray God your whole spirit and soul and body be preserved blameless unto the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ.” – 1 Thessalonians 5:23 Supporting Texts: Luke 2:52; Romans ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God