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  • Dan Cormie avatar

    Buried With Him In Christ

    Contributed by Dan Cormie on Sep 5, 2010
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    What is baptism and what is it’s significance? Who should be baptized? Is baptism a requirement of sal¬vation? Am I joining a church or denomination by being baptized? Why do some traditions baptize infants?

    Dakota Community Church August 22, 2010 Buried With Him in Baptism Quick Questions: What is baptism and what is its significance? Why do we baptize by immersion when sprinkling would be so much more convenient? Romans 6: 1-7 1What shall we say, then? Shall we go on sinning so that grace may ...read more

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    Denomination: Mennonite

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    "God Is Delighted With You!"

    Contributed by Ken Sauer on Jan 6, 2010
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    A sermon for Baptism of the Lord Sunday.

    Luke 3:15-17, 21-22 “God is Delighted with You!” By: Ken Sauer, Pastor of East Ridge United Methodist Church, Chattanooga, TN I think it’s safe to say that John the Baptist was as surprised as we are! Or at least, as surprised we should be if we were to read this passage of ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    The Promise Of Christmas

    Contributed by S S on Dec 21, 2009
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    Sermon on Luke 1:26-38 - The Promise of Christmas.

    Luke 1:26-38 The Promise of Christmas Introduction How many promises have you ever made in your life? What was the biggest one? For some, perhaps the greatest promise or covenant we can ever make is our marriage covenant with our spouse. At yet the Bible explains that our marriage covenant ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    God's Word Became Flesh

    Contributed by Timm Meyer on Feb 25, 2010
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    Christmas 2(A) - Because God's word becomes flesh: Our Savior, Jesus Christ, brings blessings and reveals our (and his) heavenly Father.

    “GOD’S WORD BECAME FLESH” (Outline) January 3, 2010 - Christmas 2 - JOHN 1:14-18 INTRO: The most profound mysteries of God are often discovered in the simplest truths only understood by faith. The birth of our Savior in Bethlehem is a good example. Numerous people ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Overcoming Temptation

    Contributed by Edward Hardee on Apr 21, 2024
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    This message evaluates the three temptations of Jesus and how He overcame them.

    Title: The Temptation of Jesus Theme: Learning to say no to temptation. Text: Luke 4:1 - 13 Opening Scripture Luke 4:1-13 Then Jesus, being filled with the Holy Spirit, returned from the Jordan and was led by the Spirit into* the wilderness, (2) being tempted for forty days by the devil. And ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Witnessing: God's Goodness Series

    Contributed by Dana Chau on Sep 5, 2022
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    Do you consider yourself a good person? Have you ever doubted God’s goodness? What if you knew the truths about God’s goodness that would help you respond to people who are interested in eternal life and Heaven? You are invited to gain a greater understanding of God’s goodness.

    Witnessing: God's Goodness Luke 18:18-30 (If you feel this sermon is helpful, you are welcome to visit https://danachau.thinkific.com/ for a free online course.) Last month, we borrowed out the movie, Heaven is for Real, from the library. It wasn't a great movie. I'm still trying ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    The Power To See It Through Series

    Contributed by John Dobbs on Jul 3, 2020
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    In our text we will notice FIVE POWER WORDS that remind us that we can find traction in our spiritual lives and never give up!

    -CHRIST IN THE CENTER OF EVERYTHING- POWER TO SEE IT THROUGH Colossians 2:6-15 Introduction In our look at Colossians, we have noted the theme that Christ is in the Center of Everything. The center of our faith and prayers. He is in the center because of who He is. That Christ in us is our ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Living Under Open Heavens

    Contributed by Howard Strickland on Nov 20, 2016
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    Most christians don't realize the benifits of their redemption, nor can they over night, but we can all grow.

    Living Under Open Heavens Genesis 28:10-16NKJB Willie Mays began his major league baseball career with only one hit in his first 26 at-bats. Though he went on to hit 660 home runs (third on the all-time list), and steal more than 300 bases, his debut was so unimpressive it seemed unlikely ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Full - Pt. 1 - Pushing Past Empty! Series

    Contributed by Steve Ely on Jan 26, 2017
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    We prefer full over empty! Jesus says He came that we might have abundant (full) life. Do we? Do we even know what we should be full of?

    Full Pt. 1 - Pushing Past Empty I. Introduction It is a new year. Usually a new year is filled with expectations, resolutions, big plans, and anticipation. But, I also wonder how many would be honest enough to admit that in the back of our minds there is also some fear? I was excited last New ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Full - Pt. 7 - Power Full Series

    Contributed by Steve Ely on Feb 19, 2017
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    We prefer full over empty! Jesus says He came that we might have abundant (full) life. Do we? Do we even know what we should be full of?

    Full Pt. 7 - Power Full I. Introduction Are you full? If so, what are you full of? Your "fullness" will determine what overflows to every area of your life. And yet the truth is that if we find ourselves closer to the "e" than the "f" we are in the majority. In a recent study of 1,000 churches and ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Other Miracle Birth. Series

    Contributed by Pastor Dr. Tim Awotide on Dec 11, 2017
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     | 9,636 views

    "There is not a greater prophet than John the Baptist"

    Text: 1:5 - 13. AMP “In the days of Herod [the Great], king of Judea, there was a certain priest whose name was Zacharias, of the division of Abijah. His wife was a descendant of Aaron [the first high priest of Israel], and her name was Elizabeth. They both were righteous (approved) in the sight ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Ron Ferguson avatar

    The Devil’s Fangs For Hire – 30 Pieces Of Silver (Judas Iscariot) Part 2 Series

    Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Jul 12, 2022
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    Judas Iscariot was possessed by Satan and proceeded to do his bidding, leading the treacherous gang in his betrayal of Jesus. This message looks at that betrayal and what happened to Judas after that wicked decision of his to betray the Lord.

    THE DEVIL’S FANGS FOR HIRE – 30 PIECES OF SILVER (JUDAS ISCARIOT) PART 2 CHARACTERS OF JOHN’S GOSPEL - - JUDAS ISCARIOT – PART 2 of 2 [G]. THE ACCOUNT OF THE BETRAYAL. John 18:1 When Jesus had spoken these words, He went forth with His disciples over the ravine of the Kidron where there ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Baptism Means Walking With God (January 9, 2022)

    Contributed by John Williams Iii on Mar 11, 2022
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    Why did Jesus get Baptized if He was without sin? Jesus got baptized because He came to identify with the sinners He had come to save. In fact, it is through Baptism that sinners and the grace of God meet.

    BAPTISM MEANS WALKING WITH GOD Text: Luke 3:15-17, 21-22 Luke 3:15- 17, 21 - 22 As the people were filled with expectation, and all were questioning in their hearts concerning John, whether he might be the Messiah,  (16)  John answered all of them by saying, "I baptize you with ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

  • Kerry Haynes avatar

    Accept No Subsitutes

    Contributed by Kerry Haynes on Jul 28, 2019
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    Paul's advice to the Colossians is still appropriate for us today: Build your faith on Jesus alone, reject any subtitutes or add-ons, and stay away from unhelful squabbles and judgments over non-essentials.

    Colossians 2:6-10, 16-19 Accept No Substitutes (Outlines in MS Word are available if needed; e-mail me at kerry.n.haynes@gmail.com) Paul lived in a time--much like today--when there was a lot of interest in spirituality. Some people were into worshipping angels. Others were coming up with ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jonathan Kruschel avatar

    A Light In The Darkness

    Contributed by Jonathan Kruschel on Jan 3, 2019
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     | 9,461 views

    This world can often be a very dark place - senseless acts of violence, hatred and abuse - selfishness, greed and anger in our own hearts and lives. A saving Light appears that brings genuine peace and lasting purpose. See how Jesus is a Light in the darkness of this world.

    What do you do when you walk into a dark room? You reach for the light switch, right? For many of us, it’s probably hard to imagine living without that little thing called “the lightbulb” – that little glass bulb that instantly dispels the darkness and brings light. Can you imagine experiencing ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran