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  • Daniel Habben avatar

    A God’s-Eye View Of The Church Series

    Contributed by Daniel Habben on Feb 21, 2016
     | 6,524 views

    Through faith in Jesus we are already unified. Paul teaches us how to maintain that unity.

    When you hear the word “Church” what kind of picture comes to mind? Do you think of our new church with its unique architecture and decorations? Or do you picture the people who gather to worship here? That’s really the better way to picture the word “Church” because ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Lord Jesus Already Attacked And Conquered The Enemy

    Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Jan 24, 2016
     | 3,164 views

    To show that GOD taught us to defeat the foe because it's already a defeated foe, just enforce GOD's victory over the enemy.

    I. EXORDIUM: Do you resist the enemy? Yes and he flees from me. II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers/unbelievers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that GOD taught us to defeat the foe because it's already a defeated foe, just enforce GOD's victory over the enemy. IV. TEXT: Luke 11:22 (Amplified Bible) ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Is It Possible That Christians Are Not Sinners Saved By Grace? Part 3 Series

    Contributed by Barry O Johnson on Sep 30, 2018
     | 4,898 views

    This is the third message in the series. This message examines Romans 7 to see if it is talking about a Christian struggling with a sin nature.

    In the first six chapters of Romans the Apostle Paul repeatedly contrasts what it means to live under the law and what it means to live by faith. He says a person will either have a nature that is governed by the law or a nature that is governed by grace. He will not have both at the same ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    "he Ascended Into Heaven"

    Contributed by Robert Walderman on Sep 21, 2020
     | 3,098 views

    Of all the aspects of Christ’s life, his birth, life, death and resurrection, the ascension gets little attention. This is unfortunate because it is something of the ‘Ticker-tape’ parade in God’s plan and yet few show up to applaud.

    If you are a sports fan you love the game. You follow your team through the season, whether baseball or football, through the hard fought wins and crushing defeats. The excitement increase should your team make the playoffs. Each game now carries greater importance. In fact, in football loose and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • John Lowe avatar

    Song Of Deborah And Barak Series

    Contributed by John Lowe on Sep 22, 2018
     | 15,627 views

    Deborah and Barak cooperated in fighting the battle and also in praising the Lord . Their song reveals some truths about our spiritual warfare in this world.

    Chapter 17 Song of Deborah and Barak [Judges 5:1–31] Scripture 1 Then sang Deborah and Barak the son of Abinoam on that day, saying, 2 Praise ye the LORD for the avenging of Israel, when the people willingly offered themselves. 3 Hear, O ye kings; give ear, O ye princes; I, even I, will ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    He Ascended On High And Gave Gifts To Men

    Contributed by Charles Scott on Oct 16, 2006
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     | 4,037 views

    The Greatest Gift to Mankind was the Ascension of Christ to the Father and the accompaning gifts to us of salvation and ascension to the Father with Him.

    CHRISTMAS DAY 2005 HE ASCENDED ON HIGH AND GAVE GIFTS TO MEN Charles Scott Church of the Good Shepherd,Indianapolis Psalm 68:19 THIS IS THE DAY IN WHICH WE CELEBRATE THE RESURRECTION OF JESUS CHRIST What did he say? Has our priest ‘s mind wandered off again?. Doesn’t he know this is ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    “critical Care Of The Body Of Christ”

    Contributed by Jerry Flury on Nov 17, 2013
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     | 6,613 views

    For the church, the Body of Christ, to fulfill its purpose and mission it must be united. Paul emphasizes this in Ephesians 4. As the Body of Christ, we need to realize the necessity of caring to maintain unity within the church.

    “Critical Care of the Body of Christ” Ephesians 4:1-6, 25-32 A Christian church is a local body of regenerate (born-again) persons, baptized on a profession of their faith in Christ; who have united in covenant for worship, instruction, the observance of Christian ordinances, and for ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Ministry Gifts

    Contributed by Jeff Van Wyk on Mar 11, 2013
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     | 8,241 views

    The five-fold ministry resulted from Christ’s ascension to heaven. These gifts were released by Christ during His ascension and are therefore also known as the ascension gifts. The full expression of the ministry of Jesus requires the full 5-fold ministry

    The Ministry Gifts Ephesians 4:7-8 - But to each one of us grace was given according to the measure of Christ’s gift. Therefore He says: “When He ascended on high, He led captivity captive, And gave gifts to men.” Ephesians 4:11-16 - And He Himself gave some to be apostles, ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    Darkness Into Light Series

    Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Jul 7, 2023
     | 2,178 views

    Our dark times make us to doubt the presence of God, the existence of God but he intervenes and changes into Light and joyful occasions. He changes everything in our lives.

    He turns my darkness into light - Psalm 18:25-30 Greetings: “The Lord is good his love endures forever.” Introduction of the monthly theme: Introduction of the theme for the day: KJV: Psalms 18:25-30 “With the merciful thou wilt shew thyself merciful; with an upright man thou wilt shew thyself ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Foot Of The Trough

    Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Dec 20, 2024
    based on 2 ratings
     | 1,135 views

    The manger was the on ramp to the cross. Link inc. to free formatted text, handout and PowerPoint

    Foot of the Trough Luke 2:7, 12, 16 Get the free formatted, editable text version and PowerPoint and all resources free here: https://www.gracenotessermons.com/sermons/christmas-sermons/foot-of-the-trough/ Three times we see the word “Manger” -- from the Latin word munducare which means “to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • James May avatar

    What Will You Give To Jesus?

    Contributed by James May on Dec 14, 2008
    based on 10 ratings
     | 6,075 views

    Jesus isn’t looking for gold, frankincense and myrrh as much as he is looking for our gift of praise and worship.

    What Will You Give to Jesus? By Pastor Jim May Matthew 2:1-11, "Now when Jesus was born in Bethlehem of Judaea in the days of Herod the king, behold, there came wise men from the east to Jerusalem, Saying, Where is he that is born King of the Jews? for we have seen his star in the east, and are ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Johnny A. Palmer Jr. avatar

    Never Give Up On Anyone! Series

    Contributed by Johnny A. Palmer Jr. on Dec 15, 2011
     | 8,460 views

    The Loyalty of Abram

    Intro: 1. One of the all-time greats in baseball was Babe Ruth. His bat had the power of a cannon, and his record of 714 home runs remained unbroken until Hank Aaron came along. But in time, age took its toll, and his popularity began to wane. Finally the Yankees traded him to the Braves. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Languishing

    Contributed by Thomas Swope on Jan 8, 2020
     | 2,724 views

    A study in Psalm 68: 1 – 35

    Psalm 68: 1 – 35 Languishing To the Chief Musician. A Psalm of David. A Song. 1 Let God arise, let His enemies be scattered; Let those also who hate Him flee before Him. 2 As smoke is driven away, so drive them away; As wax melts before the fire, so let the wicked perish at the presence of God. 3 ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

  • Ed Taylor avatar

    Spiritual Gifts

    Contributed by Ed Taylor on May 22, 2002
    based on 206 ratings
     | 23,404 views

    Jesus in His great love for us, has given us the spiritul gifts necessary to serve Him wholeheartedly.

    1. There continues to be a lot of confusion and misunderstanding surrounding the wonderful spiritual gifts of God. a. Yes… there’s been serious abuse and misuse b. And yes… that’s made people ignore and avoid them… c. There’s are tons misinterpretations & misrepresentations. BUT NONE of that ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Because He Is Risen

    Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Apr 5, 2007
    based on 19 ratings
     | 22,968 views

    Because He is Risen from the dead there is no need for you to be bound, feel guilty, be ashamed, live a homosexual lifystyle, comitt suicide.

    “Because He is Risen” “What Resurrection Sunday is really about” Matthew 28:1-7 “In the end of the sabbath, as it began to dawn toward the first [day] of the week, came Mary Magdalene and the other Mary to see the sepulchre. And, behold, there was a great earthquake: for the angel of the Lord ...read more

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    Denomination: Apostolic