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    The Mission Of Jesus

    Contributed by Dr. Jonathan Vorce on May 20, 2017
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    A person's "life mission" is the guiding force behind the direction of their life. This message explores the mission of Jesus from Luke Chapter 4's perspective.

    The Mission of Jesus Lakewood COG | Pastor Jonathan Vorce | 5-21-2017 Luke 4:16-21 1. Jesus had just returned from the wilderness where He overcame the temptations of the devil. ¥ Luke 4:1 - Jesus was led of the Spirit in the wilderness to be tempted by the devil. ¥ Luke 4:14 - Jesus returned ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Elisha The Eye Prophet Series

    Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Feb 13, 2017
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    This may be the information age, but God is the ultimate information regulator. He determines what we do and do not perceive.

    Elisha the Eye Prophet (2 Kings 6:8-23) We are all vulnerable in different ways: 1. “In 1991, an organization called Michigan’s Timid Motorist assisted 830 motorists across the MacKinac Bridge that is five miles long and 200 feet high. The drivers were so scared of heights that they couldn’t drive ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    A Harvest Of Joy

    Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Nov 13, 2013
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    Stand amazed at the infinite mercy of God!

    A HARVEST OF JOY. Psalm 126. The common heading within this group of fifteen Psalms (Psalms 120-134) is “A Song of degrees” - a reference, some believe, to the miracle of the sun going back by ten degrees as a pledge to King Hezekiah that the LORD would extend his life by fifteen years (Isaiah ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    What If Jesus Had Not Come

    Contributed by Howard Gwartney on Dec 24, 2018
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    Most all of us in this room are so glad and grateful that Jesus came to earth! But did you ever stop and think about what this time of the year would be like if Jesus HAD NOT come to earth?

    WHAT IF JESUS HAD NOT COME? Isaiah 9:6 Isaiah 9:6 For unto us a Child is born, Unto us a Son is given; And the government will be upon His shoulder. And His name will be called Wonderful, Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. 1. NO CARDS Why there would be no reason ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Thomas Swope avatar

    Why Are They Missing?

    Contributed by Thomas Swope on Sep 28, 2018
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    A study in the book of 1 Kings 8: 1 – 66

    1 Kings 8: 1 – 66 Why are they missing? 8 Now Solomon assembled the elders of Israel and all the heads of the tribes, the chief fathers of the children of Israel, to King Solomon in Jerusalem, that they might bring up the ark of the covenant of the LORD from the City of David, which is Zion. 2 ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

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    The Lonely City

    Contributed by Thomas Swope on Sep 19, 2019
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    A study in the book of Lamentations 1: 1 – 22

    Lamentations 1: 1 – 22 The Lonely City 1 How lonely sits the city that was full of people! How like a widow is she, who was great among the nations! The princess among the provinces has become a slave! 2 She weeps bitterly in the night; her tears are on her cheeks; Among all her lovers she has ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

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    The Barber Of Babylon Series

    Contributed by Thomas Swope on Jan 13, 2010
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    A study of chapter 5 verses 1 through 17

    Ezekiel 5: 1 – 17 ‘The barber of Babylon’ 1 “And you, son of man, take a sharp sword, take it as a barber’s razor, and pass it over your head and your beard; then take scales to weigh and divide the hair. 2 You shall burn with fire one-third in the midst of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

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    The Battle For Your Mind

    Contributed by Jack Graham on Nov 16, 2016
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    One of the seniors was saying, “Shout unto God with a voice of triumph!” Amen! Thank you so very much! You know, worship is a powerful tool in this invisible war… a weapon in this invisible war as we defeat the enemy because we know Jesus never fails!

    This is from a transcript of a sermon preached by Dr. Jack Graham on October 2, 2011 You know, one of the seniors was saying, “Shout unto God with a voice of triumph!” Amen! Thank you so very much! You know, worship is a powerful tool in this invisible war… a weapon in this ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Thomas Swope avatar

    The Servant Series

    Contributed by Thomas Swope on Sep 30, 2013
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    A study of chapter 49 verses 1 through 26

    Isaiah 49: 1 – 26 The Servant 1 “Listen, O coastlands, to Me, and take heed, you peoples from afar! The LORD has called Me from the womb; From the matrix of My mother He has made mention of My name. 2 And He has made My mouth like a sharp sword; In the shadow of His hand He has hidden ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

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    Purpose/Destiny I

    Contributed by Jeremy Poling on May 16, 2013
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    Our purpose and destiny should be Jesus

    Mat 16:13 When Jesus came into the coasts of Caesarea Philippi, he asked his disciples, saying, Whom do men say that I the Son of man am? Mat 16:14 And they said, Some say that thou art John the Baptist: some, Elias; and others, Jeremias, or one of the prophets. Mat 16:15 He saith unto them, ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Richard Tow avatar

    Prisoners Of Hope Liberated And Blessed Series

    Contributed by Richard Tow on Aug 23, 2022
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    In this exposition of Zechariah 9:10-17, we examine God's promise to exiled Jews and apply the promise to those in a spiritual prison today. There is deliverance in the name of Jesus!

    Intro In our last message we expounded Zechariah’s prophecy concerning the First Advent of Christ found in Zechariah 9:9: “Rejoice greatly, Daughter Zion! Shout, Daughter Jerusalem! See, your king comes to you, righteous and victorious, lowly and riding on a donkey, on a colt, the foal of a ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    That We Love Mercy (Lesson 2) Series

    Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Jun 24, 2020
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    To establish that God has shown us His righteousness and given us commandments to obey. They are: to do justly, to love mercy, and, to walk humbly before Him. This lesson describes the evils and wickedness in high places! It also provides hope to our Nation during this pandemic.

    INTRODUCTION Outline. 2. That We Love Mercy E. Remarks. 1. This is lesson 2, in the sermon-series entitled: "What doth God Require?" Micah was a contemporary of Isaiah, and both ministered in the Southern Kingdom (Judah). The name Micah means, "Who is like Jehovah?" The theme of ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Red Flags

    Contributed by Thomas Swope on Aug 15, 2019
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    A study in the book of Jeremiah 40: 1 – 16

    Jeremiah 40: 1 – 16 Red Flags 1 The word that came to Jeremiah from the LORD after Nebuzaradan the captain of the guard had let him go from Ramah, when he had taken him bound in chains among all who were carried away captive from Jerusalem and Judah, who were carried away captive to Babylon. 2 And ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

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    "The Gift Of Joy" Series

    Contributed by Steve Malone on Dec 1, 2001
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     | 40,231 views

    In this message we will look at the gift of joy and how to keep joy in our Christmas (The Gifts of Christmas part 1 of 4)

    “The Gift Of Joy” The Gifts Of Christmas – part one SHOW – The Grinch Video Clip….(when he thinks they will be sad on mountain about to push over toys – new Grinch) “maybe Christmas means more…” As your pastor – I felt the need as Christmas 2001 shifts into high gear – to talk about, to remind ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Inaugural Address

    Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Jan 7, 2017
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    Jesus' Inaugural Address, in explaining who He is and what He came to do can be seen through: 1) The Area (Luke 4:14–15), and 2) The Announcement (Luke 4:16–21).

    Many around the world are waiting for the inaugural address of the new incoming US president Donald Trump, this month. The "inaugural address" itself is a speech given during this ceremony which informs the people of the intentions as a leader. The opening remarks are significant, for this is the ...read more

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