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  • Stephen Belokur avatar

    Baptism 2015

    Contributed by Stephen Belokur on May 26, 2015
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    Baptism. Why do we observe the sacrament of believer baptism instead of infant baptism? Why do we celebrate the dedication of a child to God instead of baptizing them right then and there? We will attempt to answer these questions in this sermon.

    (Illustration ...) Aman lived in a country where a person’s religion was stamped on their birth certificate. His said muslim. He grew up in a muslim household. He was taken each week to the mosque. He read the koran. He kept all of the religious observances that he knew of. ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    What Do You Value?

    Contributed by Dr. David Wesner on Jun 1, 2015
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     | 6,955 views

    There are two kinds of wisdom: Wisdom of the world and Wisdom of the Kingdom of God.

    1st Corinthians 1:27 But God chose the foolish things of the world to shame the wise; God chose the weak things of the world to shame the strong. 28 He chose the lowly things of this world and the despised things--and the things that are not--to nullify the things that are, 29 so that no one may ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

  • Wade Martin Hughes, Sr avatar

    We Remember The Fish, Leeks, & Garlic

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Dec 5, 2014
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     | 4,498 views

    Do we recall the fish, cucumbers, melons. leeks, and onions of this world and forget about the slavery and bondage? God has a better idea.

    WE REMEMBER THE FISH AND GARLIC By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com INTRODUCTION: There was a beautiful young dove. She was not only beautiful she was smart and very educated. Pretty Dove was raised in church and Sunday School was a love for her. Pretty Dove was taught the Bible and ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Christian Cheong avatar

    Choose Life

    Contributed by Christian Cheong on Dec 7, 2014
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     | 11,379 views

    Cultivate obedience through building intimacy with God. Obedience is a choice we make.

    There is no excuse for not knowing God’s Word. Moses had spent the last 40 years teaching them what God has revealed. • If ever they strayed from God’s path, it would not be for a lack of knowledge. It would be a choice they made. Moses gave voice to the possible excuses the ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    What About Israel? (Part 2) Series

    Contributed by Scott Chambers on Oct 1, 2013
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     | 4,915 views

    This is the thirteenth message in a series over Romans 6-11. The series examines how we now live under God's grace. This message is the second of a two part message that examines God's plan for Israel.

    Introduction: Over the years, “The Michigan Lawsuit Abuse Watch” has sponsored an annual contest for the most absurd warning labels. Among the top winners have been: "Do not use this snow blower on the roof." "Do not allow children to play in the dishwasher." A Clothes Iron had this ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Pray - Pt. 1 - Intimate Series

    Contributed by Steve Ely on Oct 22, 2011
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     | 8,120 views

    Prayer is essential. Prayer is neglected. Why? Why spend the time and effort to pray?

    Pray Pt. 1 - Intimate I. Introduction Prayer is one of the foundational elements of Christianity. Folks that don't consider themselves Christian and have no intention of ever embracing Christ know that prayer is a basic tenant of Christianity. And yet, as one man said, "Of all the duties enjoined ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Thanksliving Part 2 Series

    Contributed by Todd Pope on Nov 21, 2011
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    Sermon series about gratitude as a way of life.

    Last week we talked about being GR8ing or GR8ful where I laid out the need for having an attitude of gratitude, the science to back up the fact that gratitude leads to a better life, We looked at some of the Scriptures that command us to be thankful, grateful, such as 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 (NLT) ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    "A Voyage" Of Discovery!!!

    Contributed by Suresh Manoharan on Apr 12, 2012
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     | 3,504 views

    To draw lessons from the "Emmaus Experience" of the two disciples on the Resurrection Sunday...

    “A VOYAGE” OF DISCOVERY One of the fascinating “journeys” of the Bible is the walk of the two disciples of Christ from Jerusalem to Emmaus (a 7-mile journey) on the Resurrection Sunday (Luke 24:13-35) which eventually culminated ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    The Source Of Spiritual Satisfaction Series

    Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Apr 18, 2012
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     | 7,431 views

    That’s what happens when we believe in, and trust, and accept Christ. Every need of life, of nourishment, and of growth is met. Nothing is left out or lacking. This doesn’t mean that the person will never again hunger after righteousness. Because a pe

    READ the whole passage. I read verse 36 and have to wonder how many people today would be the same way. If Jesus Christ walked into this sanctuary right now and told us who He was, would we believe or would we require a sign. It makes me wonder how many people REALLY believe that Jesus is a real ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Fearless Parenting

    Contributed by Jason Jones on Jun 11, 2012
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    Fearless Parenting according to God and not this world. You and I should be willing to stand firm upon the principles of our faith against the government or against the culture or against our families, even when it could cost us greatly. That is when you

    Text: Heb 11:23, Title: Fearless Parenting, Date/Place: 6/10/12, AM 1. Opening illustration: Catholic test of fire video from YouTube 2. Background to passage: the writer is giving us more examples of faith that overcomes. What’s in view here is not saving faith, but triumphant faith in the midst ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Witness To The Faith

    Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Jun 11, 2017
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     | 11,372 views

    Although under house arrest, Paul continued to proclaim the Gospel. He refused to remain silent about the grace he had received. We need to share the desire and commitment of Paul to proclaim the Gospel.

    A Witness to the Faith Acts 26: 19-23; 27-29 This was a stressful and frustrating time for Paul. At this time he had been under house arrest for more than two years. He was accused and arrested in Jerusalem by the influence of the Jewish Sanhedrin. Following an appeal to Caesar, he was brought to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Halitosis (Bad Breath) Of Giants, Mountain Climber

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Aug 23, 2017
     | 6,650 views

    Halitosis (bad breath) of giants try to hinder God's people by fear of giants. We must climb the mountains in our spiritual life to advance the faith.

    HALITOSIS OF GIANTS... MOUNTAIN CLIMBERS? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com CLIMB THE MOUNTAIN --- STAND UP AND BE COUNTED... Martin Niemoeller lived from 1892 to 1984... Martin penned theses words: In Germany they first came for Communists, and I did not speak up because I was not ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • James Thibodeaux avatar

    Spiritual Discipline

    Contributed by James Thibodeaux on Oct 29, 2021
     | 6,814 views

    Have you ever wondered whether it was talent or sustained systematic training that makes athletes so good. When this question comes to mind, how do those so called athletes get to a point of being good at what they do?.

    Intro: Have you ever wondered whether it was talent or sustained systematic training that makes athletes so good. When this question comes to mind, how do those so called athletes get to a point of being good at what they do?. Well the reason why so many are good at what they do comes down to how ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    This Jesus Is Alive!

    Contributed by John Gaston on Apr 26, 2024
     | 1,907 views

    Jesus is not some historical person -- He's alive today and relevant to our lives! Thomas, the skeptic, asked for unreasonable proofs of the resurrection, but Jesus proved it beyond all doubt!

    THIS JESUS IS ALIVE! John 20:19-20, 24-31 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: Little Stinkers 1. Ms. Smith was assigned to be a monitor on the playground and caught little Johnny making ugly faces and scaring other kids. 2. Smiling sweetly, she said, “Johnny, when I was a child I was told that if I made ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Roberta Karchner avatar

    Philip And The Ethiopian Eunuch – Excluded? Series

    Contributed by Roberta Karchner on May 1, 2024
     | 1,246 views

    This series is about feeling included. The Ethiopian Eunuch was excluded from the temple for three reasons. He was a stranger. He didn't look like them (black skin). He was a Eunuch.

    Scripture: Acts 8:26-40 Since Easter, we have been covering the times Jesus appeared in person to continue to turn the world upside down. To put this passage in context, we need to start with where it is in the account of the early church. It began with everyone hanging out together, all of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed