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  • Davon Huss avatar

    The Crown Of Thorns

    Contributed by Davon Huss on Apr 4, 2006
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     | 6,075 views

    A sermon on how we place the crown of thorns deeper into Christ’s brow (Adapted from Ross Fransisco; I believe he got his ideas from Ivan Hagedorn)

    Sermon for 4/2/2006 The Crown of Thorns Matthew 27:29 Introduction: The city was Jerusalem. The time was long ago. The people called him Jesus. His crime was just the love he showed. I’m the one to blame for I caused all his pain. He gave himself the day he wore my crown. WBTU: A. From the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Facing Your Fear Of Rejection Series

    Contributed by Jonathan Mcleod on Apr 4, 2006
    based on 24 ratings
     | 12,795 views

    Part 3 of the series, Facing Your Fears.

    One of people’s greatest fears is the fear of rejection. Rejection can come in many forms: • This month my car has to be inspected. If it doesn’t pass the inspection, I’ll get a sticker on my car that says, “Rejected.” • When I play basketball, sometimes one of my shots gets blocked. In ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Christianity Makes No Sense! Series

    Contributed by Peter Schmidt on May 2, 2005
    based on 14 ratings
     | 5,180 views

    Christianity Makes No Sense to our Human Way of Thinking. 1. It’s good to be poor and sad? 2. It’s good to be submissive and oppressed?

    Epiphany 4 Matthew 5:1-12 Have you ever been talking to a fellow Christian, and, as they were telling you about something that had happened to them, you made the remark, “Wow, you’ve really been blessed”? What situation could occur that you would call another person “blessed”? Maybe if the Lord ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Intentional Relationships Series

    Contributed by Mike Wilkins on Nov 30, 2004
    based on 18 ratings
     | 8,327 views

    If we are to live life to the full, we must have intentional relationships with other Christians

    Keys to Life August 22, 2004 Intentional Relationships This summer, we have been preaching through a series called “Keys of Life” and we have hit on many different topics. Today I want to talk about the key of relationships – specifically intentional relationships between ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    A Word Of Encouragement

    Contributed by Pastor David T. Diskin on Aug 1, 2012
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     | 25,590 views

    Everyone needs encouragement. See what God's Word has to say about this topic of Encouragement.

    A Word of Encouragement Pray. This morning I want to speak on the topic of Encouragement. I personally believe it is the most essential ingredient , other than Jesus Christ, in the life of every believer. Encouragement keeps people moving forward. Encouragement keeps people feeling ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Put It All In Jesus’ Hands

    Contributed by Daniel Habben on Apr 27, 2014
    based on 4 ratings
     | 12,842 views

    Put all your doubts and fears in Jesus' hands because he has already dealt with death and with your sins.

    When Kentucky freshman Aaron Harrison caught the ball with a few seconds remaining in the semi-final game of the NCAA basketball tournament, his team was down by two points. But Harrison had been in this situation before, twice before in fact and had delivered the game-winning shot both times. And ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Be Excellent - 4 Of 4 Series

    Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Jan 28, 2016
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    The church is called to strive for excellence in all we do.

    Excellence Colossians 3:17-24 January 24, 2016 For the first 3 weeks of the year we’ve been looking at what it means to strive for excellence. What does it mean for us individually and as a church. I believe we can never be the church Christ calls us to be, if we don’t strive for ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    What We Should Wear To Worship Series

    Contributed by Rick Burdette on Jan 12, 2017
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,574 views

    Putting on Christ, Our Hearts vs. Our Flesh

    The 3 C’s of a Healthy Church - What We Should Wear to Worship Romans 13:14 (p. 790) January 15, 2017 Introduction: From the time I was little I loved wearing a uniform. I played little league and peewee football…I would shoot for hours a day in our ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Labor Of Love

    Contributed by Paul Davidson on Apr 22, 2016
    based on 4 ratings
     | 13,126 views

    God is calling His church to serve Him and share the gospel... It's time to BE the church!

    LABOR OF LOVE INTRODUCTION READ 1 Thessalonians 1:2-3… 2 We always thank God for all of you and continually mention you in our prayers. 3 We remember before our God and Father your work produced by faith, your labor prompted by love, and your endurance inspired by hope in our Lord Jesus ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Downsizing Part 2: The Plastic Bag Series

    Contributed by Travis Voeltz on Jul 28, 2019
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    In the first part of this series on downsizing, we talked about the effects on our brain on a regular practice of rejoicing in the Lord. We reflected on the error in putting our confidences in earthly things.

    Open In the first part of this series on downsizing, we talked about the effects on our brain on a regular practice of rejoicing in the Lord. We reflected on the error in putting our confidences in earthly things. We discussed our chances at fulfillment when we carry around our hopes and dreams in ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Doug Fannon avatar

    But God Has Chosen The Foolish Things ... Series

    Contributed by Doug Fannon on Feb 3, 2020
    based on 1 rating
     | 8,894 views

    It's all about glory to God.

    In our current world, people in general tend to think to too highly of ourselves and others. This past week I’ve been reading about Kobe Bryant, who died in a tragic helicopter crash last Sunday, near Los Angeles California. Many will miss him and many talked of his greatness. Everything I read, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    "...because..."

    Contributed by John Daniel Johnson on May 5, 2019
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,280 views

    We once were lost in sin, but in Christ we have been made a new creature. We'll be examining SEVEN traits that have changed in the life of a believer all BECAUSE of Jesus.

    Thank you for viewing the sermon. Free backgrounds for sermon are available free of charge is you request them. My email is saved2follow@hotmail.com. The video for the sermon can be found at our church website at www.mountzionfamily.com. “...BECAUSE…” Scripture Reference: First Timothy ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Doing Your Duty With A Little Faith

    Contributed by Richard L. Brown on May 23, 2022
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     | 2,609 views

    This is a lesson about using the gifts that God has already given us instead of wishing our lives away wanting what God has not ordained. It features the problem that the first disciples were having and Jesus' answer to them when they asked for more faith.

    Doing Your Duty with a Little Faith Luke 17: 5-10, 2 Timothy 1:3-12 The Apostles were with Jesus daily. They saw miracles that would make their hearts stand still and yet they wanted more faith. What more could Jesus possibly give them? The answer is, he doesn’t give them anything more. ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    To Be Like Jesus!

    Contributed by Melvin Newland on May 5, 2025
     | 383 views

    In the Bible, God tells us that WE have ‘role models’ too. In 2 Thessalonians 3:9 Paul says that he & his friends made an effort to be “models for you to follow.” And Paul repeated that idea many times for those early Christians:

    MELVIN NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK TO BE LIKE JESUS! Scriptures: 2 Thes. 3:7-9; 1 Cor. 4:16, 11:1; Php. 3:1; Matt. 5:13-16; 2 Cor. 3:18 For over 3 weeks recently I was ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Looking Ahead (New Year’s) Premium Sermon

    Contributed by PRO Premium on Jan 23, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,039 views

    This sermon emphasizes the importance of looking forward to the future with hope and expectation as a Christ-follower.

    Several years ago, I saw an interview with professional golfer Tom Lehman, who happens to be a Christian. But I really appreciate how Tom lives out his faith as a person in the public eye. He never hijacks a conversation to talk about Jesus. If a sportscaster asks him about his faith, he is happy ...read more

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