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  • Rev. Samuel Arimoro avatar

    The Eagle In The Bible: A Symbol Of The Christian Life Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Sep 10, 2025
     | 423 views

    The eagle symbolises the Christian life of strength, vision, renewal, perseverance, and divine protection.

    THE EAGLE IN THE BIBLE: A SYMBOL OF THE CHRISTIAN LIFE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Isaiah 40:31 Key Verse: “But they that wait upon the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run, and not be weary; and they shall walk, and not faint.” (Isaiah ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Michael Koplitz avatar

    Blessings And Judgements – The Symbolism Of The Fig Tree

    Contributed by Michael Koplitz on Oct 26, 2021
     | 2,357 views

    The fig tree event as Jesus walked to Jerusalem can be viewed allegorically as the balance between blessings and judgment. The FRUIT is the blessings and we certainly can always use blessings.

    Blessings and Judgements – The Symbolism of the Fig Tree Rev. Dr. Michael H. Koplitz Mark 11:12-14 12 On the next day, when they had left Bethany, He became hungry. 13 Seeing at a distance a fig tree in leaf, He went to see if perhaps He would find anything on it; and when He came to it, He found ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

  • Ronald Harbaugh avatar

    The Cross Of Christ Is But A Symbol Of Our Faith

    Contributed by Ronald Harbaugh on Mar 21, 2009
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    The cross is but a symbol of the death of Christ for our redemption. Let us not turn the cross into an idol.

    4th Sunday in Lent, March 22, 2009 “Series B” Grace be unto you and peace, from God our Father and from our Lord, Jesus Christ. Amen. Let us pray: Dear Heavenly Father, as we move through this season of Lent, and closer to our celebration of your Son’s passion, help us to gain a deeper ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Rev. Matthew Parker avatar

    Sermon For A Pentecost Baptism

    Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on May 23, 2010
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    A sermon for a baptism service held on Pentecost Sunday.

    Sermon for Pentecost/Baptism Sunday – May 23, 2010 Acts:2:1-4; 36-47 Today’s Scriptures speak of birth. Of new life, of spiritual belonging, and of supernatural events that brought about the beginning of the church. And they speak of baptism, which of course today we gather to ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • James H Boyd avatar

    Why Water Baptism?

    Contributed by James H Boyd on Feb 17, 2003
    based on 963 ratings
     | 101,889 views

    An important look at our first act of obedience to Jesus

    The act of water baptism (being immersed in water in response to receiving salvation) is a very important first step in the Christian life. In Matthew 3:13-17, we see the Lord Jesus Himself coming to His cousin John to be baptized, in order to "fulfill all righteousness." He then went on to ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

  • Tim Bond avatar

    Why Was Jesus Baptized?

    Contributed by Tim Bond on Feb 4, 2002
    based on 49 ratings
     | 7,856 views

    Jesus’ baptism tells us something about the significance of baptism for all Christians.

    Some of the most memorable events in the church are baptisms. Over the years I’ve had the privilege of participating in many baptisms, and I have to say that they are some of my greatest recollections of church. The first baptism I participated in up close and personal was my own. At age 13, on ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • D. Dewaine Phillips avatar

    Baptism At The Red Sea Series

    Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Jun 23, 2021
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     | 8,639 views

    In 1 Corinthians 10:1-2, Paul said, “All our fathers were under the cloud, all passed through the sea, all were baptized into Moses in the cloud and in the sea.” This message looks at how the Red Sea crossing is connected to baptism.

    When I was in high school, I was part of an acapella quartet, and we sang all over the county. Well, one time our group sang at a black church in Perryville, and at the end of the service a baptism was held. Something I remember that had an emotional impact on me was the singing of an old Negro ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dan Erickson avatar

    Making Sense Of Baptism

    Contributed by Dan Erickson on Nov 25, 2000
    based on 421 ratings
     | 11,801 views

    the meaning and significance of Biblical Baptism

    There is a story about a Baptist pastor who had just started serving a new congregation. For eight Sundays in a row he preached on the importance of baptism. Finally, the chairman of the deacon board approached him and said, "Preacher, we think you need to choose another theme to preach on." The ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Mark Opperman avatar

    Wanted: Dead And Alive

    Contributed by Mark Opperman on Jan 15, 2014
     | 5,293 views

    Things should become different in our lives once we renounce our former life of sin and selfishness. Our union with Christ enables us to live our lives completely for Him.

    Wanted: Dead and Alive Romans 6:1-13 What shall we say, then? Shall we go on sinning so that grace may increase? 2 By no means! We died to sin; how can we live in it any longer? 3 Or don't you know that all of us who were baptized into Christ Jesus were baptized into his death? 4 We were ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Warren Curry avatar

    Baptism, What's That About?

    Contributed by Warren Curry on Sep 21, 2004
    based on 16 ratings
     | 2,258 views

    Baptism is a very significant part of the Christian faith through our relationship to the Lord Jesus Christ.

    Basic 5 point outline taken from Denver Sizemore’s Book, 13 Lessons in Christian Doctrine. College Press. Baptism, What’s That About? Matthew 28:18-20 Intro. Well, as I have been stating over the past couple of weeks, we are leading up to what is going to be a Baptism Sunday. We are now 3 weeks ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Travis Moore avatar

    The Baptism And Geneology Of Jesus Series

    Contributed by Travis Moore on Jan 17, 2001
    based on 146 ratings
     | 4,803 views

    A look at the beginning of Jesus’ ministry

    THE BAPTISM AND GENEOLOGY OF JESUS Luke 3:21-38 I. THE BAPTISM OF JESUS. (vv. 21-22) Note: Some Problems associated with Baptism: * Should people be baptized? + with water? + in the Spirit? * Who should be baptized? + Babies? + Adolescents? + Adults? + Only believers? ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Denn Guptill avatar

    Colossians The Promise Of Baptism Series

    Contributed by Denn Guptill on May 10, 2025
     | 443 views

    As Paul takes the Colossians back to the elementary principles of their faith, he takes time to remind them of when and why they were baptized.

    Baptism. Before I was baptized, I never really thought about baptism. My family was nominally Baptist, that is, as I’ve explained before, the local Baptist church was the church we didn’t go to when we didn’t go to church. So, when we lived in Lower Lincoln, outside of Fredericton, we didn’t go ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

  • Steven Devroy avatar

    Water Baptism/ Communion Series

    Contributed by Steven Devroy on Mar 1, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,884 views

    This morning we are talking about two sacraments that are celebrated all around the globe. These sacraments are Water Baptism and Communion

    Opener: Good morning everyone! It is so nice to see every here this morning. We are had wonderful time last week with the Teen Challenge Men’s choir. They shared some wonderful songs and inspiring testimonies of what God can do in a person’s life. This morning we are continuing our sermon series ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Herman Abrahams avatar

    Understanding Water Baptism Series

    Contributed by Herman Abrahams on Jun 21, 2004
    based on 24 ratings
     | 26,114 views

    1. What is the meaning of water baptism? 2. Who may be baptised? 3. What is the method for water baptism? Includes Revision and Test exercises.

    Compiled by: Herman Abrahams (Senior Pastor), Cornerstone Faith Ministries, P.O. Box 740, Westridge 7802, Rep. of South Africa. E-Mail: Mentorship2003@yahoo.co.uk Note to the reader: If you have been blessed with this sermon compilation, I would be honoured to receive an e-mail from ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

  • John Stackhouse avatar

    Baptism And The Lord's Supper Series

    Contributed by John Stackhouse on Aug 22, 2016
     | 6,537 views

    The 12th and 13th Articles of the Church of the Nazarene covers the two sacraments recognized by the COTN.

    This morning, we will look at the next two of our Articles of Faith. First, we will look at the twelfth Article of Faith, which is: XII. Baptism Here is the description of this 12th tenet of our faith: We believe that Christian baptism, commanded by our Lord, is a sacrament signifying ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene