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  • Derek Geldart avatar

    The Love And Hate Barometer

    Contributed by Derek Geldart on Jun 25, 2022
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     | 2,710 views

    It is our love for one another that lets our light shine unto the world and boldly states we are Christians! In 1 John 3:11-18 John states if one is indifferent or hates a brother or sister then either one is not saved or is out of fellowship with God.

    The Love and Hate Barometer 1 John 3:11-18 Online Sermon: McKees Mills Baptist Church » Sermons (mckeesfamily.com) A new command Christ has given to us born of the water and the Spirit and that is to “love one another” so that the will “know that you are My disciplines” (John 13:34)! As ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Perfecting Love (Fifth Sunday Of Easter, Lectionary Year B)

    Contributed by John Williams Iii on Apr 28, 2021
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    Tying the Gospel portion of the lectionary (John 15:1 - 8) to today’s text (I John 4:7 -21) we can draw the conclusion that if we are detached from the life giving vine that we are incomplete, insecure, dissatisfied and spiritually starving.

    PERFECTING LOVE Text: I John 4:7 - 21 1 John 4:7-21  Beloved, let us love one another, because love is from God; everyone who loves is born of God and knows God. (8) Whoever does not love does not know God, for God is love.  (9)  God's love was revealed among us in this way: ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    "Expect The Unexpected This Christmas”

    Contributed by Michael Otterstatter on Jan 2, 2023
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     | 1,886 views

    As some of said, “If we expect to hear the Christmas gospel without the Advent call to repentance, we will find ourselves surprised by John and unprepared for Jesus.” So, we ask the Holy Spirit to open our hearts to the message and ministry of both John and Jesus.

    “It wasn’t what I expected.” Whether you are young or old, a man or woman, a girl or a boy, you have probably experienced something that caused you to have that reaction. Perhaps it was connected to some food that you tried. You were feeling a little adventurous and you ordered something at a ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    "It Is Finisthed"

    Contributed by Ken Sauer on Apr 17, 2014
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    A sermon for Good Friday.

    "It Is Finished" John 19:17-30 Today we come to the Cross. Crucifixion was a terrifying death. Some have said that if there was a likelihood that you would be arrested and crucified, it was better to commit suicide. Crucifixions took place along the main thoroughfares where people would see ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    A Cry Of Suffering Series

    Contributed by Pat Damiani on Apr 21, 2006
    based on 6 ratings
     | 4,381 views

    The fourth of a seven part series that looks at the heart of Jesus through His last words on the cross.

    Later, knowing that all was now completed, and so that the Scripture would be fulfilled, Jesus said, "I am thirsty." A jar of wine vinegar was there, so they soaked a sponge in it, put the sponge on a stalk of the hyssop plant, and lifted it to Jesus’ lips. When he had received the drink, Jesus ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Holding Each Other Accountable In Small Groups

    Contributed by R. David Reynolds on Aug 25, 2007
    based on 22 ratings
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    Based on the New Testament Church and John Wesley’s concept of the Classmeeting, this sermon affirms the necessity of being in a small, accountability group for disciples to grow to be more like Jesus.

    Holding Each Other Accountable in Small Groups --I Thessalonians 5:11 and James 5:16 In October I return to my alma mater Asbury Theological Seminary for our fifth of six sessions in the Spiritual Leaders’ Academy. The Lily Foundation has fully funded our participation in the Academy, and one of ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Secure In God's Hand

    Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Aug 30, 2018
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     | 6,225 views

    What makes us Christ’s sheep? Are we in danger of being lost for eternity? Are we secure in His hands? Let’s examine John 10:22-30 and see.

    What makes us Christ’s sheep? Are we in danger of being lost for eternity? Are we secure in His hands? Let’s examine John 10:22-30 and see. The Setting John 10:22-23 “At that time the Feast of the Dedication took place at Jerusalem; it was winter, and Jesus was walking in the temple in the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Clear The Building

    Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Mar 4, 2021
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    Let’s look at the most important purpose for our church building. Let’s learn Jesus’ reason for driving the merchants out of the temple court in John 2:13-25.

    Prelude What kind of worship do we have here? Is it just a cabaret with Christian songs? Is it easy worship without self-sacrifice, or is it real worship from the heart? Purpose Let’s look at the most important purpose for our church building. Plan Let’s learn Jesus’ reason for driving the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Come Taste The Living Water

    Contributed by Norman Bernad on Sep 28, 2020
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    A small boy was sent to bed by his father....... Five minutes later.... "Da-ad...." "What?" "I'm thirsty. ......Can you bring drink of water?"

    Come Taste the living water 1. John 7: 36-42 2. John 4: 6-10 3. Psalm 36 This Sunday, the Sunday where we celebrate the gift of the Spirit to the disciples in the outward sign of tongues of flame appearing above their heads. We remember the outward sign of the gift of the Spirit in our own ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Come Taste The Living Water

    Contributed by Norman Bernad on Oct 1, 2020
     | 2,741 views

    This Sunday, the Sunday where we celebrate the gift of the Spirit to the disciples in the outward sign of tongues of flame appearing above their heads.

    Come Taste the living water 1. John. 7: 36-42 2. John 4: 6-10 3. Psalm 36 This Sunday, the Sunday where we celebrate the gift of the Spirit to the disciples in the outward sign of tongues of flame appearing above their heads. We remember the outward sign of the gift of the Spirit in our own ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Howard Strickland avatar

    The Ultimate Love

    Contributed by Howard Strickland on Feb 23, 2014
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,682 views

    Walking in the light of God changes everything. No shadows, no tricks, just pure light.

    The Ultimate Love 1 John 1:5-7NLT Introduction: How far can you walk? one block, two? one mile, ten? We used to be a nation of people who walked, but now are a nation dependent upon the automobile. We used to be a church of people who walked with God, but now what are we? Can a Christian ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    "I'm George Zimmerman"

    Contributed by Steven G. Thompson on Aug 6, 2013
    based on 5 ratings
     | 6,570 views

    Text used...John 8:2-7; We have heard of George Zimmerman; tried him, freed or convicted him. How many of us are a "George Zimmerman? Check it out.

    John 8:1-7 My Name is George Zimmerman Well, unless you have been hiding under a rock somewhere in a non-populated part of the world, you have heard this name...probably more than you would like to have over the last several months. You’ve watched TV and other media and watched ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Third Word: Compassion Series

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Mar 24, 2005
    based on 56 ratings
     | 71,237 views

    The third word of our Savior on the cross is directed primarily to his mother. An analysis of Jesus’ third word on the cross, as set forth in John 19:25-27, teaches us about his compassion.

    Introduction It is often profitable to study the last words of dying men. Many sermons have been preached on the last words of Jesus. As he hung on the cross on that first Good Friday he uttered seven short sentences or phrases. We usually call these the “seven last words of Christ.” For the ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    287 – Word Of Suffering

    Contributed by Joel Vicente on May 27, 2004
    based on 24 ratings
     | 3,232 views

    Before Jesus declared His thirst – He declared His separation from God the Father. His thrist was spiritual not a biological need.

    Illustrate Humor: Based on a True story – church in Romania – God tells a new pastor to stand at window of an elderly lady from his church and yell…” repent or go to hell” This lady was a highly influential person in the church and has been a member for over 30 years… when the young pastor did it ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Roger Thomas avatar

    The Healthy Soul

    Contributed by Roger Thomas on Jul 20, 2006
    based on 19 ratings
     | 14,696 views

    John’s prayer for his friend Gaius raises an important question. How is the health of your soul? What if our bodies were in the same condition as our souls? What if we paid as much attention to the condition of our bodies that we do to our souls?

    Prescription for a Healthy Soul 3 John 1-3 Dr. Roger W. Thomas, Preaching Minister First Christian Church, Vandalia, MO John’s prayer for his friend Gaius raises an important question. How is the health of your soul? What if our bodies were in the same condition as our souls? What if we ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ