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  • Dave McFadden avatar

    "Wonderful Word Of Life" Series

    Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Apr 11, 2016
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     | 5,187 views

    Why did John write the letter of 1 John?

    It's become very popular in our day for people to describe themselves as "spiritual." What this usually means is they're open to anything and everything. And in this day, where truth is seen as purely subjective, for a person to be "spiritual" can mean almost anything. This has led to confusion. A ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Receive The Word

    Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jan 1, 2022
     | 1,508 views

    Who is the Word? Is Jesus God? Let’s find out in John 1:1-18.

    Hymns Thy Word, Ancient Words, Wonderful Words of Life Readings Jeremiah 31:7-9; Psalm 147:12-20; Ephesians 1:3-14 Sermon Who is the Word? Is Jesus God? Let’s find out in John 1:1-18. Jesus is God In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. 2 He was in the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    2 Advent C

    Contributed by Roger Haugen on Sep 20, 2001
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    John the Baptist declares, "It is time!"

    This is a great text. The majesty of the writing -- what would Christmas be without the Christmas text from Luke? "In those days a decree went out from Emperor Augustus . . . ." All the names and dates. Historical details that make the story come alive. The event, marked in time and place -- in the ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Hold The Ball Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Sep 7, 2008
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     | 39,063 views

    There are many "self-help" books about how we can have a successful church, but Titus is one of the few divinely inspired books telling us how to do this. What are three of the basic principles a church needs to observe to be successful in God’s eyes?

    OPEN: Several years back, John Brodie, a former quarterback for the San Francisco 49ers, was used by his team to hold the ball for field goals and extra points after the touchdown. A reporter once asked why a million-dollar player like him would have to do such a menial task. "Well," said ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Agapomen Allelus Series

    Contributed by David Ward on Jul 27, 2003
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     | 36,968 views

    This was the next-to-last message in a series from 1 John on John’s command to "love one another"

    "Agapomen Allelus" 1 John 4:7-21 Introduction: A mouse looked through a crack in the wall to see the farmer and his wife opening a package; what food might it contain? He was aghast to discover that it was a mousetrap! Retreating to the farmyard, the mouse proclaimed the warning, "There is a ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Happy Hanukah Marv Series

    Contributed by Thomas Swope on Jul 10, 2017
     | 5,943 views

    A study of the Gospel of John 10: 22 – 42

    John 10: 22 – 42 Happy Hanukah Marv 22 Now it was the Feast of Dedication in Jerusalem, and it was winter. 23 And Jesus walked in the temple, in Solomon’s porch. 24 Then the Jews surrounded Him and said to Him, “How long do You keep us in doubt? If You are the Christ, tell us plainly.” 25 Jesus ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

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    0003 Advent Iii: I Doubt It Series

    Contributed by Mark Woolsey on Dec 16, 2007
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    Doubt, faith, and John the Baptist.

    Sermon: I Doubt It. Text: Matt 11:2-10, I Cor 4:1-5 Occasion: Advent III Who: Mark Woolsey When: Sunday, Dec 16, 2007 Where: Providence Reformed Episcopal Church May the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart be acceptable in Thy sight, O Lord, my strength and my redeemer. In the name ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

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    The Folly Of The Love Of The Shepherd - The Source Of Our Hope!

    Contributed by Sahaya Selvam on Nov 16, 2002
    based on 6 ratings
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    A Reflection on John 10, in the African context

    The Maasai of East Africa are a very peculiar people. Very often they are known for raiding the neighbouring tribes to take possession of their cattle. From the newspaper accounts one may think that the Maasai are a very violent people. Now, there is a mythical background to why the Maasai raid ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

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    Advent 3, Series C

    Contributed by Ronald Harbaugh on Dec 9, 2006
    based on 34 ratings
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    John’s message was rough and to the point, but he proclaimed the Gospel

    3rd Sunday in Advent December 17, 2006 “Series C” Grace be unto you and peace, from God our Father and from our Lord, Jesus Christ. Amen. Let us pray: Dear Heavenly Father, through the power of your Holy Spirit, open our hearts and minds to your word, that we might hear your truth and prepare ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    The Wedding At Cana

    Contributed by Francis Murphy on Aug 6, 2005
    based on 120 ratings
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    First of a series of sermons in John’s gospel. The wedding at Cana.

    Introduction In my early twenties I used to play in a ceilidh band, and was often called on to play at weddings. On one occasion, we were asked to play for a Palestinian Muslim wedding in the Grovenor Hotel in Edinburgh. Having played at many weddings before, I had never quite experienced one like ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Ephesus: Loss Of First Love Series

    Contributed by Carl Allen on Oct 15, 2008
    based on 9 ratings
     | 7,415 views

    Jesus first of seven letters to the churches of John’s time.

    Ephesus: Loss of First Love Revelation 2:1-17 Intro Tonight we are beginning a new sermon series entitled: “Seven Letters to Seven Churches.” The churches that John writes about in this section of Revelation were actual churches that existed during his time. Now these churches have not been ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Rivers Of Living Water

    Contributed by I. Grant Spong on May 29, 2017
    based on 1 rating
     | 14,500 views

    Let’s understand how Christians live like rivers of flowing water.

    Intro How should we live in the world? Are we to live stagnant, isolated lives? Purpose Let’s understand how Christians live like rivers of flowing water. Plan We will examine John 7:37-39 and Jesus’ instructions on being rivers of living waters. John 7:37 If Anyone Thirsts In John 7:37 ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Change For The Better

    Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Dec 15, 2018
     | 2,634 views

    Amidst commercial hype, do we forget the meaning of Christmas? What are some of the most important things that a human being can do at Christmas, things we don’t want to neglect? Let’s look at Luke 3:7-18 and see what profound changes John expected with preparation for Christ’s coming.

    Amidst commercial hype, do we forget the meaning of Christmas? What are some of the most important things that a human being can do at Christmas, things we don’t want to neglect? Let’s look at Luke 3:7-18 and see what profound changes John expected with preparation for Christ’s coming. Luke 3:7 ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Your Testimony Series

    Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Dec 8, 2020
     | 3,136 views

    Is our conversation consumed by self or trivialities? Let’s learn to talk about Jesus. Let’s look at the example of John whose focus was not self, but telling about the Light, in John 1:6-28.

    Prelude: Is our conversation consumed by self or trivialities? Purpose: Let’s learn to talk about Jesus. Plan: Let’s look at the example of John whose focus was not self, but telling about the Light, in John 1:6-28. [Note: the beginning verses of this chapter are wisely reserved for Christmas ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Mystery Of Baptism

    Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jan 5, 2020
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    The Baptism of Christ set us an example of a ceremony which has become the norm for Christians. Baptism is also the subject of some division and much misunderstanding. Let’s explore the mystery of baptism. Let’s look at Jesus’ baptism in Matthew 3:13-17.

    The Baptism of Christ set us an example of a ceremony which has become the norm for Christians. Baptism is also the subject of some division and much misunderstanding. Let’s explore the mystery of baptism. Let’s look at Jesus’ baptism in Matthew 3:13-17. Leadership Matthew 3:13 Then Jesus came ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist