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  • Perry Greene avatar

    With Ultimate Authority Series

    Contributed by Perry Greene on Nov 24, 2015
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    This is the final lesson from the Behold the Man series. We have looked at how some have seen him, including the Father's view as His Son, the Anointed One. This lesson looks at Jesus as he sees himself -- as having all authority in heaven and on earth.

    1. Review: The last few weeks have been a series on "Behold the Man" -- words that Pilate spoke as he presented Jesus to the people. * We have seen our need to see him for who he is. * Last week we looked at him from the Father's perspective as He declared of Jesus, "This is my beloved son in whom ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Remembrance Sunday: Prayer Transforms Us Into Peace-Makers

    Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on Nov 10, 2013
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     | 5,586 views

    A talk for Remembrance Sunday. Today we remember Jesus and we remember the sacrifice of our armed forces. In order to be peace-makers we need to be changed by God in prayer.

    The date 9 November 1989 is etched in history as the day the Berlin Wall came down. But was it actually a prayer meeting held exactly one month earlier that made the fall of the Wall inevitable? Ignoring death threats and huge banks of armed police, thousands gathered at St Nicholas Church in the ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    Flash Point

    Contributed by G. D. Helton on May 17, 2012
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    A sermon to help set the believers heart on fire through the moving of the Holy Spirit.

    Flash Point Sunday Morning, 05-06-12 Pro 17:3 The refining pot is for silver, and the furnace for gold: but the LORD trieth the hearts. Luk 24:32 And they said one to another, Did not our heart burn within us, while he talked with us by the way, and while he opened to us the Scriptures? Act ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Devoted In Prayer

    Contributed by Mark Roper on Jan 11, 2012
    based on 7 ratings
     | 14,440 views

    The Church is looking for better methods; God is looking for better men. Prayer makes the man when he is broken down and surrendered to God.

    Devoted In Prayer Topic: Gods church is a house of Prayer for all nations. Mk 11:17 & Isa 56:7 Goal: Explore the importance of a devoted in our prayer life. Rom 12:12-13 NIV 12 Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, faithful in prayer. 13 Share with God's people who are in need. Practice ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    A Spirit Filled Church

    Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on Sep 5, 2011
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     | 4,105 views

    How is your spirit doing?

    A SPIRIT FILLED CHURCH Acts2: 41Then they that gladly received his word were baptized: and the same day there were added unto them about three thousand souls. 42And they continued stedfastly in the apostles' doctrine and fellowship, and in breaking of bread, and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Following The Example Of Our Veterans Of Faith

    Contributed by Jerry Flury on Nov 13, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
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    Hebrews 11 honors many of the great veterans of faith. Hebrews 12:1-2 encourages us to following the example of the veterans of our faith as they stood, fought, and served.

    Following the Example of Our Veterans in The Faith Hebrews 12:1-2 A veteran is one who has served in a military force, especially during a time of war or national conflict. A veteran is also one who has had long service or experience in an occupation, office, or activity. Hebrews 11 honors many ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Why Be A Good Samaritan

    Contributed by William Wyne on Feb 28, 2013
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    The good in us must come out of us.

    I am again humbled and delighted to have been extended the invitation to be here at First Presbyterian Church as we continue what I believe is an honorable fellowship of pulpit exchange. I only hope and pray that your Pastor is receiving the kind of warmth and hospitality that I have received from ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Exemplary Church

    Contributed by John D Jones on Jun 6, 2010
    based on 11 ratings
     | 8,095 views

    When we evaluate any church, we are actually evaluating the individuals who make up that church. We have heard it said numerous times, the local church is only as strong as its members. It is only as faithful as its members. The most revealing question fo

    The Exemplary Church 1 Thessalonians 1:1-10 Text: verse 10 “Paul, and Silvanus, and Timotheus, unto the church of the Thessalonians which is in God the Father and in the Lord Jesus Christ: Grace be unto you, and peace, from God our Father, and the Lord Jesus Christ. We give thanks to God ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Love That Lasts A Lifetime

    Contributed by Ken Pell on Jul 8, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 10,302 views

    A wedding sermon on the permanency and power of love.

    A LOVE THAT LASTS A LIFE TIME 1 Corinthians 13 & Proverbs 30:18-19 Sermon Objective: A wedding sermon on the permanency and power of love. My, oh my! Rob and Anna, I have been looking forward to this day. I know you have too. I believe God has wonderful things in store for you as a couple ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    Opposition: Part 1 Series

    Contributed by Larry Wilson on Jul 13, 2010
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    Sermon 6 of the Series. Chapter 4 is the sudden storm that interrupted what seemed to be clear sailing. The Jews knew that true worship of Jehovah could not be fully enjoyed until the Temple stood again! Satan knew this too. And he rears his ugly head to

    The Book of Ezra Study #8 (Ezra 4:1-5, 24) Opposition: Part I INTRODUCTION: * 1. What comes to your mind as an example of an offer that seemed “too good to be true”? 2. When have you distrusted an offer of help or favor? SUMMARY STATEMENT: • Chapter 3 told us of the rebuilding of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Truth Of Salvation

    Contributed by Larry Finley on Apr 27, 2008
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     | 2,810 views

    No man is worthy of being saved

    THE TRUTH OF SALVATION 4/27/08 Romans 4:1-25 S__L__R__ 1. Live in a World that Lacks Truth a. Instead of lying we misspeak b. Obama’s Pastor – Preachers & Politicians c. Cry out as Pontius Pilate “What is Truth” 2. Hold in my hand the Absolute Truth Deuteronomy 32:4 (KJV) He is the Rock, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Simple - Pt. 3 - Pray Series

    Contributed by Steve Ely on Jan 17, 2019
     | 2,777 views

    Jesus confronted the complex. His message was and is simple. Let’s get back to the basics He taught us! Why make it difficult?

    Pray I. Introduction Some things are complex and complicated. Tax Code. The scoring in boxing. Relationships. The fascination with pumpkin spice! However, faith was never supposed to be complex or confusing. Man has this propensity to make things harder than they should be. When Jesus arrives on ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    When God Answers Prayer

    Contributed by Edward Hardee on Mar 21, 2020
     | 4,402 views

    Message deals with God's answer to our prayer of revival and change. He does it His way. When we pray yet crisis happens we need to hear from God.

    When God Answers Prayer Theme: To help us understand God does not always answer prayers the way we expect. Text: Acts 12:1 - 19 Act 12:1-19 Now about that time Herod the king stretched out his hand to harass some from the church. (2) Then he killed James the brother of John with the sword. (3) And ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Ready To Listen

    Contributed by Bala Samson on Nov 12, 2023
     | 1,377 views

    Today how many can say, "Lord, I am ready to listen to your voice through this devotion!?"

    Ready to listen Acts 10:33"So I sent for you immediately, and it was good of you to come. Now we are all here in the presence of God to listen to everything the Lord has commanded you to tell us.” READY TO LISTEN: Today how many can say, "Lord, I am ready to listen to your voice through ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Looking At My Lifeline: A Story Of Hope

    Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Nov 20, 2023
     | 1,026 views

    As a kidney patient, I have to rely on a dialysis machine to perform the functions that my kidneys are no longer able to do. Dialysis is my physical "lifeline". However, I have a greater lifeline in the Lord Jesus Christ who keeps me alive in every way.

    I have been dealing with progressive kidney failure for nearly five years and the effects upon one's body that come with it. I've endured numerous trips to doctors, specialists, nutritionists, and other experts who have been more than helpful in getting me through this rough spot in my ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist