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  • Freddy Fritz avatar

    Have No Fear Series

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Oct 25, 2014
    based on 4 ratings
     | 14,816 views

    The concept of whom to fear as set forth in Luke 12:4-7 teaches us that God cares deeply for Christian believers.

    Scripture Jesus had completed his ministry in Galilee and was on his way to Jerusalem during the final few months of his life before his crucifixion. During this time Jesus gave his followers some very important teaching regarding discipleship. Commentator William Barclay says, “When we read ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    The Good, The Bad And The Ugly

    Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Oct 27, 2014
     | 14,713 views

    A sermon to confirm the hand of providence at work in the life of the believer.

    "The Good, The Bad and The Ugly" Romans 8:18-28 Romans 8:28 And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to his purpose. Introduction: I hope you will excuse me for borrowing a title from an old Clint Eastwood movie but it just ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Let Go Of Sin Series

    Contributed by Denn Guptill on Nov 2, 2014
     | 7,623 views

    A look at why we sin and what the solution is?

    (Begin with clip from Frozen when Hans tells Ana he never loved her.) Wow, that wasn’t where I thought that would go. Didn’t see that coming, through the movie Hans has been the dashing hero, wooing Princess Ana and exhibiting heartfelt concern for the Kingdom and people of Arendelle ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    The Power Of Christ Crucified

    Contributed by Joel Mcreynolds on Mar 24, 2016
    based on 1 rating
     | 8,056 views

    Paul did not rely on his own power but on the power of the gospel through the Holy Spirit. We can boldly proclaim the gospel when we rely on God’s power instead of our own.

    INTRODUCTION ILLUSTRATION: The summer after I graduated from high school, God called me to go on a mission trip to Taiwan. I was really excited about going and sharing the gospel with the people there; however, I am deathly afraid of heights, so the thought of flying, or more accurately being ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Make The Devil Pay

    Contributed by Barry O Johnson on Nov 27, 2017
     | 23,177 views

    When a person dies, especially a young person, we celebrate the life at the person's funeral. We shouldn't be celebrating a life that has been taken far too soon. Instead, God's children should make the devil pay for taking that life.

    Recently, I delivered the eulogy for my niece who was killed in a car accident in Memphis, Tennessee. Patricia, her mom asked me to do the eulogy and I said I would. So my wife flew down to Memphis that Friday and I drove down the following Monday. There was something stirring in me over that ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Man Of Sorows Series

    Contributed by Stephen Sheane on Dec 16, 2015
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,513 views

    Jesus was born so that he could suffer and die for our sins.

    MAN OF SORROWS - LOVE A wealthy man and his son loved to collect rare works of art. They had an extensive collection including many works from famous painters. They would often sit together and admire the great works of art. The son went off to war and one day the father received a letter saying ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

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    The Greatest Christmas Gift Ever Given Series

    Contributed by Lalachan Abraham on Dec 24, 2015
    based on 4 ratings
     | 14,995 views

    CHRISTMAS IS A MESSAGE OF GOOD TIDINGS; A MESSAGE OF GREAT JOY.AND THE MESSAGE OF GRAND LOVE. Bible says “For God loved the world so much that he gave his one and only Son, so that everyone who believes in him will not perish but have eternal life.”

    The real message of Christmas is not the gifts that we give to each other. Rather, it is a reminder of the gift that God has given to each of us. During this Christmas season, we’ll hear one word more than any other. It’s “the Name of Jesus.” It’s “a gift” ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Sound Of The Shofar Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jan 1, 2017
    based on 12 ratings
     | 23,976 views

    The Jews celebrate their New Year with the blowing of the Shofar (ram's horn). What was the significance of this and what can it mean to us today?

    OPEN: Today is the first day of the New Year – 2017. Many of us who live in Western cultures tend to take it for granted that the New Year has always started on January 1st. But that’s not true. • The ancient Babylonians and Romans celebrated their New Year in March. • The ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Testimony Of John The Baptist Concerning Himself Series

    Contributed by Ron Tuit on Jan 10, 2015
     | 4,587 views

    The Testimony of John the Baptist reveals that he has the privilege of announcing the Preeminent One at the commencement of Jesus' Ministry.

    The Testimony of John the Baptist Concerning Himself: John 1:19-28 We looked at verse 18 last week, and saw that Jesus is the only one who has ever seen the Father, and He is the witness of the fullness of the Father’s character and essence, having always existed with Him. Since ONLY God is ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Upright Trouble Of An Upside-Down World Series

    Contributed by Ovidiu Radulescu on Jan 22, 2015
    based on 7 ratings
     | 7,894 views

    Some romance, some violence, a lot of action and has a plot that contains more twists than Downton Abbey. The main characteristics of the story of Esther in one word is REVERSAL...

    I don’t like sweets, this is one unfortunate handicap for a pastor. While visiting people, I found myself in a difficult position: somewhere between accepting that sweet treat, a piece of cake or sugary dink and force myself to swallow. Or to refuse and look like a health freek more ...read more

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    Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

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    Empty Vessels!

    Contributed by Bala Samson on Jan 29, 2015
     | 19,898 views

    Have you ever been in a situation which looked absolutely hopeless? Situations in your life look so grim that you feel that there is no way out, are you there? I want to tell you today that God would make a way for you! Amen.

    Empty vessels! 2 King 4:3”Then he said, "Go outside, borrow vessels from all your neighbors, empty vessels and not too few.4 Then go in and shut the door behind yourself and your sons and pour into all these vessels. And when one is full, set it aside." When you shut the door behind ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Jerry Shirley avatar

    The Crosses Before The Cross

    Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Jan 30, 2015
    based on 8 ratings
     | 24,314 views

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    The Crosses Before the Cross John 18 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/CrossesBeforeCross.html It's the beginning of the end for Jesus, Who is the beginning and has no end. And what looks like the end of Him, is only the beginning of life for us! In rapid fire succession we are about to study the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    How To Put The Devil Under Your Feet

    Contributed by John Gaston on Nov 10, 2014
     | 16,294 views

    Satan wants to destroy you and God wants to save you; you must make the choice which side you’re on. This message looks at 3 aspects of this battle.

    HOW TO PUT THE DEVIL UNDER YOUR FEET Rom. 16:20 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: DEER SEASON 1. It was Saturday morning as Jake, an avid hunter, woke up ready to go bag the first deer of the season. He walked down to the kitchen to get a cup of coffee, and to his surprise he found his wife, Alice, sitting ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • William R. Nabaza avatar

    Which Authority, God Or Man?

    Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Nov 27, 2014
     | 3,436 views

    To show that as CHRISTian believers we have delegated authority from the LORD JESUS Himself, that's why the LORD JESUS makes sure His WORDS are fulfilled in us.

    I. EXORDIUM: Which authority do you have? man or GOD? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that as CHRISTian believers we have delegated authority from the LORD JESUS Himself, that's why the LORD JESUS makes sure His WORDS are fulfilled in us. IV. TEXT: Mark 11:30-33 ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    No Parking! Keep Moving!

    Contributed by Victor Ramlall on Feb 25, 2014
    based on 5 ratings
     | 50,722 views

    Where have you parked your life? Illegal parking brings with it certain penalties such as tickets, towing, charges and fines. As disciples of Christ we need to be aware of where we have a tendency to park spiritually

    All drivers at some time or other experienced the lovely frustration of driving around trying to find a parking spot. Sometimes you need to park in order to transact whatever business or appointment is pending. Sometimes you just park! Our life as believers and disciples of Christ is viewed as a ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal