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  • John Gaston avatar

    Becoming Powerhouses For God

    Contributed by John Gaston on Nov 7, 2025
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    In Acts chapter one, we see the church in a holding pattern. They don’t have the power to go out and affect their world. But in chap. 2 they received power to change the world. Do we want LOW power or HIGH power?

    BECOMING POWERHOUSES FOR GOD Acts 1:4-8 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. When NASA first started sending up astronauts, they quickly discovered that ballpoint pens would not work in zero gravity. To combat the problem, NASA scientists spent a decade and $12 billion to develop a pen that writes in zero ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Blind Bart Series

    Contributed by C. Philip Green on Feb 11, 2010
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     | 8,975 views

    If we dont’ want to become weakened or hardened in adversity, but change the world around us, we must throw aside our own efforts at self-betterment and trust Christ with our lives.

    A daughter complained to her father about how hard things were for her. “As soon as I solve one problem,” she said, “another one comes up. I’m tired of struggling.” Her father, a chef, took her to the kitchen where he filled three pots with water and placed each on a high fire. Soon the pots ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

  • John Bright avatar

    Church In The World Vs World In The Church Series

    Contributed by John Bright on Feb 21, 2025
     | 632 views

    Working through 1 Peter using consecutive expository preaching. Teaching sheet included at end of text.

    “Church in the World vs World in the Church” 1 Peter 3:8-12 Pastor John Bright 1 Peter3 “8 Finally, all of you be of one mind, having compassion for one another; love as brothers, be tenderhearted, be courteous; 9 not returning evil for evil or reviling for reviling, but on the contrary blessing, ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Kingdom Living

    Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Oct 6, 2002
    based on 118 ratings
     | 29,582 views

    Kingdom living means: 1. We live with an awareness of the kingdom. 2. We understand that the kingdom is within. 3. We experience the blessing of his reign. 4. We are a part of a subversive movement. 5. We wait for it expectantly.

    Stanley Hauerwas and William Willimon begin their book Resident Aliens with a story from their youth: “Sometime between 1960 and 1980, an old, inadequately conceived world ended, and a fresh, new world began. . . . When and how did we change? Although it may sound trivial, one of us is tempted ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Scott Weber avatar

    Narnia: A World Without Jesus Would Be A Darker World Series

    Contributed by Scott Weber on Dec 16, 2005
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     | 4,120 views

    The is the second of a series that coincided with the release of the film "Narnia: The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe." It explores the question, "What If Jesus Had Never Been Born." I used the book by the same title written by D. James Kennedy and J

    What If It Was Always Winter And Never Christmas? (What If Jesus Had Never Been Born?) Part #2 – December 18 – “A world without Jesus would be a darker world” I read about how Japan celebrates Christmas, which has become a major event over there. They put up decorations, exchange presents, send ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Peter Adigizi David avatar

    Light Of The World

    Contributed by Peter Adigizi David on Nov 8, 2013
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    INTRODUCTION: Light is a very important aspect of life, the absence of which speaks of dullness, chaos, confusion. No wonder at the very beginning, God first commanded that there be light before continuing with the work of creation(Gen.1:1-2). God Himself is the Light (Rev 21:22)

    Importance of Light:- • Light gives illumination and direction. Ps 119:105 • No creation OR order until you receive light on the matter Gen 1:1-2, Dan 9:1-2 • Pure, irresistible, all-conquering Jn 1:5, Matt 4: 4-7 ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Anzac Rememberance -Life Is Changing: Living For Self To Living For Others Series

    Contributed by Richard Schwedes on Apr 21, 2015
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     | 10,411 views

    A sermon that relates to ANZAC Day and how the actions of many soldiers was more about others...than themselves....a perspective of life that Jesus calls us to live...the sermon also discusses the importance of peace in the life of Christians

    Living and dieing for others!!! Yesterday was Anzac Day…. It is a very special, some would even say a sacred day in our national calendar. It is a day that helps us understand a little more about what it means to be Australian and why our nation is like it is. For those who don’t ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Cut It Down

    Contributed by Daniel Olukoya on Jul 8, 2009
    based on 11 ratings
     | 21,007 views

    Beloved, you are not in this world by accident as there is a divine purpose for your creation. Eventually, we all shall give account of what we have done with our lives. I want you to read our message for this week prayerfully and as you do so, the Lord w

    CUT IT DOWN Dr. D. K. Olukoya Beloved, you are not in this world by accident as there is a divine purpose for your creation. Eventually, we all shall give account of what we have done with our lives. I want you to read our message for this week prayerfully and as you do so, the Lord will open ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Connecting With The World Series

    Contributed by Paul Barreca on Feb 10, 2016
     | 6,002 views

    Understanding your audience is important! But while it is EASY to see this in MISSIONS, we fail to apply this to evangelism!

    Let me share a fictitious story about two missionaries and their approach to missions. These two missionary couples are not real. Their stories however are very real and reflect a variety of common missionary situations. To add simplicity (and a small degree of good-heartedness) to our story, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • David Cain avatar

    The Light Of The World

    Contributed by David Cain on May 2, 2012
     | 5,704 views

    A reminder that, just as Jesus is the light of the world, we are called to be his lights in the world

    The Light of the World Our gospel reading this morning is Mark’s telling of the transfiguration of Jesus. It is a fascinating story, and quite unusual in the ministry of Jesus as Moses and Elijah are brought back to life in a scene witnessed by three of disciples. The heart of the story is ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

  • Revd. Martin Dale avatar

    The Light Of The World

    Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Feb 14, 2003
    based on 35 ratings
     | 6,357 views

    Jesus, the Lighthouse in the dark world

    Stody 16-02-03 I am the Light of the World (Jn 9:5) Mars Bar Question: There is a famous oil painting related to our theme today which was painted in Great Britain. Can you guess what it is called? Here are some clues 1. There are three original copies 2. The first copy was painted between ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

  • Revd. Martin Dale avatar

    The Light Of The World

    Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Dec 13, 2003
    based on 28 ratings
     | 3,346 views

    What relevance is Jesus as the "Light of the world" to us

    Thornage 14-12-03 I am the Light of the World (Jn 8:12) There is a famous oil painting that was painted between 1851 and 1853. Question: Can you guess what it is called? Here are some clues 1. There are three original copies 2. One copy is in Manchester City Art Gallery 3. A second copy is in ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

  • Ted Sutherland avatar

    The Light Of The World

    Contributed by Ted Sutherland on Oct 1, 2001
    based on 131 ratings
     | 10,090 views

    Jesus is the light of the world!

    Q: How many lawyers does it take to change a light bulb? A: How many can you afford? Q: How many evolutionists does it take to change a light bulb? A: Just one but it will take a million years. Q: How many Psychiatrists does it take to change a light bulb? A: Only one, but the bulb has got to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Ron Hietsch avatar

    Bizarro World

    Contributed by Ron Hietsch on Nov 1, 2014
     | 2,747 views

    As Christians we certainly live in a bizarre world. Frequently our Biblical views are at complete odds with the values of this world

    November 2, 2014 Text Luke 15:7 As Christians we certainly live in a bizarre world. Frequently our Biblical views are at complete odds with the values of this world. This week a prominent person of the business world proudly announced that he is a practicing homosexual. This seems to be ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • James Kevin Bachmann avatar

    Joy To The World

    Contributed by James Kevin Bachmann on Dec 10, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,547 views

    A twice-daily spiritual examination can bring to yus the joy of Christ's revelation in his closeness to us.

    Joy to the World We rejoice at our enlightenment, the coming of the Light to the world! The darkness that results from our lack of understanding is diminished. We come to see more and more of what has been a cloud of unknowing, the title of a 14th-century book on mysticism. This unknowing is ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic