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  • Otis McMillan avatar

    Seeing Easter Though The Eyes Of Barabbas

    Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Apr 14, 2022
     | 2,419 views

    One can only imagine the shock and awe experienced by Barabbas. He was guilty of every charge. He is on death row awaiting execution, then the surprise come. “You are free to go! All can be saved, all need to be saved, and all can be saved to the uttermost!

    Sermon – Seeing Easter Though the Eyes of Barabbas Luke 23:13-25 New Living Translation 13 Then Pilate called together the leading priests and other religious leaders, along with the people, 14 and he announced his verdict. “You brought this man to me, accusing him of leading a revolt. I have ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    The Ascension Ends The Momentous Easter Period – Explaining The Ascension Series

    Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Apr 28, 2024
     | 821 views

    40 days had passed after the Resurrection and Jesus had been teaching His disciples. Now it was time to depart this scene in the Ascension. We are looking at various aspects of the Ascension and His coming again. It was an interesting time.

    THE ASCENSION ENDS THE MOMENTOUS EASTER PERIOD – EXPLAINING THE ASCENSION [A]. THE INTRODUCTION FOR OUR MESSAGE TODAY ON THE ASCENSION The days after the Lord’s resurrection were understandably happy ones for the disciples, probably tinged with uncertainty. They were not sure what was ahead. ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Setting The Stage For The Spirit Of God-6 Series

    Contributed by Byron Sherman on Apr 16, 2010
     | 2,697 views

    Luke recorded for Theophilus an account of those acts which preceded the coming of the Holy Spirit in Jesus’ physical absence. How is the stage set for the acts of the Holy Spirit? Setting the stage for the Spirit of God are acts of...

    C-SETTING the STAGE for the SPIRIT-VI—Acts 1:9-14 Luke recorded for Theophilus an account of those acts which preceded the coming of the Holy Spirit in Jesus’ physical absence. How is the stage set for the acts of the Holy Spirit? 17 acts setting the stage for the Spirit of God are Acts of... 1. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Rolling Stones And The Risen Rock

    Contributed by James May on Mar 30, 2002
    based on 60 ratings
     | 11,979 views

    Easter Message on the Resurrection of Jesus and the resurrection of sinful man who is covered by the rolling stone of sin.

    Disclaimer: Due to the large amount of sermons and topics that appear on this site I feel it is necessary to post this disclaimer on all sermons posted. These sermons are original to the author and the leading of the Holy Spirit. While ideas and illustrations are often gleaned from many ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    What Christmas Is Really All About

    Contributed by Scott Cox on Dec 23, 2000
    based on 154 ratings
     | 10,105 views

    A reminder of and a discovery of the true meaning of Christmas.

    INTRODUCTION: A little boy drew a manger scene in his Sunday School class. When he was done he showed the teacher what he had drawn. There was Mary and Joseph, and baby Jesus, and the animals, and the shepherds, and a chubby boy sitting by the baby Jesus. The teacher asked, "who is this chubby ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Hell Is A Real Place

    Contributed by William D. Brown on Mar 7, 2008
     | 6,588 views

    Hell is a real place

    HELL IS A REAL PLACE Luke 16:19-31 2-23-08 Today I’m going to talk for a little while about “hell”, its not a subject we hear a lot about these days but never the less its as real a place as heaven. Today the word “hell” is used loosely by some people, today its one of the most used words ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    What Jesus Did For You! Series

    Contributed by John Hamby on May 20, 2008
    based on 24 ratings
     | 21,520 views

    The three questions that arise from this passage are, Where did Christ go? To whom did Christ go? and What does Christ proclaim to them?

    A Study of the Book of 1st Peter Finding Hope In Our Lives Sermon # 10 “What Jesus Did For You” 1 Peter 3:18-22 Most of the Bible is easy to understand. But as you preach ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Ring Of Power And Authority In Us

    Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Feb 28, 2016
     | 6,511 views

    To show by way of secret message (SM) that GOD restored us to our rightful place by His side to reign and rule over our enemies and over all His household.

    I. EXORDIUM: Have you been restored? Yes. By GOD's Grace and Love. Luke 15:22 (Amplified Bible) But the father said to his bond servants, Bring quickly the best robe (the festive robe of honor) and put it on him; and give him a ring for his hand and sandals for his feet. II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Infinite Love Of Christ

    Contributed by Paul Davidson on May 20, 2016
    based on 3 ratings
     | 8,979 views

    How can we begin to comprehend what cannot possibly be measured? Let's explore the many dimensions of the love of Christ and try our best to wrap our minds around how infinite His love is for us.

    INTRODUCTION My wife and her brother inherited some land in the United States after their father died several years ago. I can tell you some facts about the land… it’s about 180 acres… about half of it is forest with a stream running across the property… the rest is pasture land for raising ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    His Bride

    Contributed by Jerry Flury on Sep 29, 2013
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,772 views

    There is coming a day of celebration that will take place in heaven that will far exceed anything that has happened since the beginning of creation. All heaven will ring with shouts of joyous praise and exaltation to the Lamb of God as He takes His bride.

    His Bride Revelation 19:1-10 Introduction: There is coming a day of celebration that will take place in heaven that will far exceed anything that has happened since the beginning of creation. All heaven will ring with shouts of joyous praise and exaltation to the Lamb of God as Christ takes His ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    What The Bible Says About Hell Series

    Contributed by John Lowe on Jun 28, 2012
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,002 views

    In common usage, Hell designates the place of future punishment for the wicked. Satan hates the doctrine of an eternal hell. As a result, many groups today (some supposedly evangelical) either deny the existence of hell or make it a place of annihilatio

    Title: What the Bible Says About Hell Text: “So it was that the beggar died, and was carried by the angels to Abraham’s bosom. The rich man also died and was buried. And being in torments in Hades, he lifted up his eyes and saw Abraham afar off, and Lazarus in his bosom” (Luke ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    I Will Give My Talent Series

    Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Jan 29, 2012
     | 7,023 views

    Resolutions that will change your life.

    Five Life Changing Resolutions Part 5 I Will Give My Talent Matthew 25:14-15 Scripture Reading Matthew 25:14 For the kingdom of heaven is as a man travelling into a far country, who called his own servants, and delivered unto them his goods. 15 And unto one he gave five talents, to another two, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Gifts And Growth

    Contributed by Roger Hasselquist on May 21, 2023
     | 1,333 views

    In these verses we learn that our Lord Jesus Christ has given spiritual gifts to each believer. And that there is a purpose for the gifts. Too often many believers do not use the spiritual gifts that have been given to them. Surely our Lord does not want us to waste them.

    Alba 5-21-2023 GIFTS AND GROWTH Ephesians 4:7-16 Last Sunday was Mother's Day and my wife, Janine, was given several gifts. One of the gifts was a pre-paid card for a restaurant where we sometimes go. Guess what, we went there this past week and she intended to share, but when I paid, I ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    "Peter, Feed My Sheep" (9 Of 21)

    Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 11, 2022
     | 1,807 views

    In a previous sermon, Peter spoke to us about "Our relationship to each other."

    He made it clear that these things in the remaining part of the chapter apply to "ALL". He admonished them in verse 8, to: (1) "All" be of one mind (2) "All" have compassion (3) "All" to love as brethren (4) "All" be tenderhearted and humble in ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    We Must Obey God Rather Than Men

    Contributed by Timm Meyer on May 2, 2006
    based on 16 ratings
     | 12,871 views

    Easter 2(C) - We must obey God rather than men since mankind tries to silence God’s Easter message and because, as believers, we are set free to testify to God’s truth.

    WE MUST OBEY GOD RATHER THAN MEN April 23, 2006 - EASTER 2 - Acts 5:17-32 * * * * * * * * * * Dearest Fellow-Redeemed and Saints in the Lord: As we heard these words, they probably sounded familiar to us. Maybe we even noticed two contrasting ideas that ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran