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  • Elmer Towns avatar

    Mary Magdalene Lesson 3 Series

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Oct 19, 2018
     | 6,041 views

    Mary Magdalene

    A. INTRODUCTION: MARY MAGDALENE - FAITHFUL FOLLOWER 1. Many named Mary (from Hebrew Miriam), Virgin mother of Jesus, mother of James, mother of Joses, wife of Clopas, and mother of Mark. 2. Mary Magdalene, i.e., Magdala, i.e., “watch tower,” Matt. 15:39 3. Jesus tour. “He took his twelve ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Following John's Example Series

    Contributed by Charles Mallory on Dec 3, 2025
     | 216 views

    We are called to shine the light of Christ to illumine the darkness of the world while living in expectation of the return of Jesus.

    JOHN THE BAPTIST! IT WAS ISAIAH WHO PROPHESIED IN 40:3, “A VOICE OF ONE CALLING: “IN THE WILDERNESS PREPARE THE WAY FOR THE LORD; MAKE STRAIGHT IN THE DESERT A HIGHWAY FOR OUR GOD.” NOW, 700 YEARS LATER, JOHN IS PROCLAIMING THE MESSAGE, “REPENT, FOR THE KINGDOM OF HEAVEN HAS COME NEAR…THEREFORE, ...read more

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    Denomination: Free Methodist

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    Jesus Is The Bread Of Life

    Contributed by David Mcnally on Jul 21, 2012
     | 8,275 views

    According to Calvin the Lord's Supper is a mere Memorial Meal and Jesus cannot come to us because He is in heaven at the right side of the Father, but John 6 and the words spoken at the Last Supper and Paul in 1st Corinthians 11 point that it is more than

    John 6:35-6:51 Jesus is the Bread of Life Let us pray: Dear Heavenly Father, through the power of your Holy Spirit, open our hearts and minds to the proclamation of your Word, that we might be fed and nourished in faith. Help us to appreciate the importance of Jesus your Son, being the bread ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Christmas Is ... Jesus

    Contributed by Ray Ellis on Dec 26, 2011
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     | 10,125 views

    Christmas is Jesus – God’s Gift to Us. God’s gift of His Son provides a new start in life for all who believe and follow Jesus.

    Christmas Is Jesus John 3:16 Luke 2:1-20 Do you have family traditions at Christmas time? When our children were at home we read the Christmas story before opening presents. Last week at L.A. Fitness I asked several people if they read the Christmas story on Christmas Day. One gentleman said ...read more

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    Denomination: Free Methodist

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    The Journey Of Progressive Sanctification: 7 Aspects Of Growth Toward Maturity

    Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Mar 13, 2022
     | 2,465 views

    Join me now on the open seas, we're hovering over the waters and we're seeing a row boat, with a man rowing slowly toward a bright light. The boat is wooden, sturdy, but small. And it rows steadily. This is you, beginning your journey with Christ.

    Join me now on the open seas, we're hovering over the waters and we're seeing a row boat, with a man rowing slowly toward a bright light. The boat is wooden, sturdy, but small. And it rows steadily. This is you, beginning your journey with Christ. Now we flash many years into the future, ...read more

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    Denomination: Salvation Army

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    Where Is The Lord God Of Elijah (2 Of 2)

    Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Apr 4, 2022
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    In the previous sermon we talked about Elijah, who was Elisha’s predecessor.

    We learned that Elisha followed Elijah everywhere he went. Elisha followed Elijah from Gilgal to Beth-el, to Jericho, to Jordan. Elijah asked Elisha to “Tarry here...” three times, but every time Elisha would say, “...As the Lord liveth, and as thy soul liveth, I will not leave thee...” Elijah, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Five Mothers Of Jesus

    Contributed by Greg Nance on May 12, 2012
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     | 6,298 views

    Matthew's mothers help us celebrate Mother's Day with lessons that challenge us, but bring us to deeper faith.

    Happy Mother’s day! Today’s lesson will be a brief overview of the mothers listed in Jesus’ genealogy in Matthew with a focus on the most prominent quality of each. What would you say is the defining characteristic or quality in your own mother? Of all the things that stand ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Centrality Of The Human Person In Development Series

    Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Feb 20, 2010
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     | 3,944 views

    We cannot ever forget that when we are planning any project, large or small, for development, that the whole person's development is the target.

    February 22, 2010 Chair of St Peter Caritas in Veritate When Pope John XXIII released his encyclical Mater et Magistra, a letter that critiqued both socialism and unfettered capitalism, the late William Buckley, who rejected much of the Church’s social doctrine, famously wrote ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

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    The Person In The Mirror Part 2 Series

    Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Sep 6, 2015
     | 5,329 views

    Part two focuses on Romans chapter 1.

    The Person In The Mirror Part 2 Scriptures: James 1:21-24; Romans 1:18-23 Introduction This message is part 2 in my series “The Person In The Mirror.” In my message last week I shared with you what was recorded in James chapter one. He said “Therefore, putting aside all ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    How To Handle A Hostile Person Series

    Contributed by Shawn Drake on Jan 22, 2023
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,255 views

    This is the 8th Sermon in the Series "Israel's 2nd King". This Series is about King David.

    Series: Israel’s 2nd King- David [#8] HOW TO HANDLE A HOSTILE PERSON 1 Samuel 24:1-22 Introduction: We have seen how Saul was a destroyer, wiping out the town of Nob; and David became a deliverer, setting free the town of Keilah. David was the future king, the king in waiting- He was loyal to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Leighton (Lee) Vary avatar

    Patched Old Clothing, New Wine In Old Wineskins Series

    Contributed by Leighton (Lee) Vary on Jan 20, 2017
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     | 12,146 views

    Teaching can be boring, teaching can be tiring, or teaching can be interesting and exciting. Our Lord never bored people in His teaching. Some were converted, some angered, but no one was bored or uninterested.

    Introduction A. There are many literary forms used in the Bible. 1. There is poetry 2. Proverbs 3. Legal documents 4. Dramatic narratives 5. Hymns 6. Sermons 7. Theological treatise 8. Personal letters 9. And apocalyptic visions 10. And sprinkled into all of these forms are ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Decision Time

    Contributed by Ralf Bergmann on Sep 8, 2004
    based on 24 ratings
     | 3,771 views

    One of the greatest problems that follow conversion, as well as the process of coming to a relationship with Jesus, and even throughout our walk with the Lord is the problem of self-forgiveness. WE have all had those thoughts: Jesus can’t possibly forgi

    Sermon Title: Decision Time Text: Romans 8:1-9 Date: July 6, 2003 - EVENING Context of Scripture: As we prepare for what the Lord has for us in this section of the 8th chapter of Paul’s letter to the Roman church, the first nine verses, let me share the words of Charles Wesley in the Hymn “And ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

  • Bruce Willis avatar

    Growing In Grace

    Contributed by Bruce Willis on Jan 2, 2007
    based on 19 ratings
     | 25,408 views

    This sermon seeks to encourage persons to get off the performance treadmill to experience growth in grace and Christian maturity through an intimate relationship with Christ.

    Most of us have been educated in the “school of performance.” In fact, Shakespeare once said, “All the world’s a stage and all the men and women merely players.” From the very beginning of our lives we’re taught that we must perform properly in order to get what we want. There’s a direct ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Whole-Hearted Devotion Series

    Contributed by Troy Borst on Oct 19, 2003
    based on 28 ratings
     | 14,013 views

    What we don’t realize is that we can have a fulfilling relationship with Jesus here on earth. We don’t have to wait for Heaven, we can have a personal strong and rewarding relationship today. Paul had one and it came from his wholehearted devotion and e

    8 RULES FOR A SUCCESSFUL CHRISTIAN LIFE: WHOLE HEARTED DEVOTION & EFFORT PHILIPPIANS 3:13-14 INTRODUCTION What does a successful Christian life look like? My desire as your pastor is that al of you experience success in your Christian life. I would define ‘success’ in the Christian life as ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Larry Vollink avatar

    Jesus And His Example! Series

    Contributed by Larry Vollink on Jan 25, 2021
     | 1,907 views

    There is only one that fits our perfect EXAMPLE to follow - Jesus!

    Today, our world is looking for the perfect role model, for a mentor, for a hero, or a leader or teacher to be present. Our children, our parents, our leaders in our communities, is looking for teachers in Character Development. My class to the Cadets of Civil Air Patrol that I teach is on ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ