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  • John Hamby avatar

    The Claims Of Jesus Series

    Contributed by John Hamby on Jan 30, 2007
    based on 36 ratings
     | 35,187 views

    #16 in series. Jesus defends himself against charges of violating the Sabbath by making three extraordinary claims about who He is.

    A Study of the Book of John “That You May Believe” Sermon # 16 “The Claims of Jesus” John 5:16-30 In his book, “Loving God,” Charles Colson tells about a Russian Jewish doctor by the name of Boris Nicholayevich ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    #3. Life; Take A Deep Breath And Live Anyway Series

    Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Feb 12, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,640 views

    A BIG QUESTION - Does happiness really exist? In the Sermon on the Mount Jesus explained that happiness does indeed exist. He even went so far as to clearly show us where it is to be found...And how to get there.

    He came down with them and stood on a level place, with a great crowd of his disciples and a great multitude of people from all Judea, Jerusalem, and the coast of Tyre and Sidon. They had come to hear him and to be healed of their diseases; and those who were troubled with unclean spirits were ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    The Divine Wind

    Contributed by Larry Elder on Aug 1, 2007
    based on 6 ratings
     | 7,233 views

    The book of Acts opens with a dramatic presentation of three symbols that would characterize the ministry of the Holy Spirit throughout the age of the church. These three symbols are very prominent all through the book of Acts. Mighty rushing wind Tong

    The Divine Wind Acts 8:25-26 Acts 8:25-26… After testifying and preaching the word of the Lord in Samaria, Peter and John returned to Jerusalem. And they stopped in many Samaritan villages along the way to preach the Good News to them, too. As for Philip, an angel of the Lord said to him, "Go ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    An Attitude Of Grattitude

    Contributed by Jason Cole on Mar 10, 2007
    based on 31 ratings
     | 7,513 views

    Thankfulness is essential for the Christian!

    An Attitude of Gratitude Introduction: We are approaching the time of the year that we call thanksgiving. It is a time where we set aside one particular day of the year to return thanks to God for what He has done and how he has blessed us. We do indeed have something to be thankful for today. ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Michael Moran avatar

    Firm Foundation

    Contributed by Michael Moran on Oct 26, 2007
    based on 5 ratings
     | 16,356 views

    Standing Firm in a Firm Foundation. What it means to have a firm foundation and how do we know when we have one.

    Standing Firm in a Firm Foundation OPENING This morning I’d like to talk to you about Standing Firm in a Firm Foundation. What it means to have a firm foundation and how do we know when we have one. PISA The leaning tower of Pisa, as you all know, is an amazing piece of architecture. The Tower ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Doug Henry avatar

    How Can One God Be Three Persons? Series

    Contributed by Doug Henry on Dec 28, 2006
    based on 7 ratings
     | 6,237 views

    A guide to help ease understanding of the Holy Trinity.

    Great Mysteries of the Faith How Can One God Be Three Persons? Matthew 28:19; James 2:19 How many of you have seen the new advertising campaign on television for the store Staples? As you may already know, the slogan for the store is this: Staples – that was easy. To build off of this slogan, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Giving Thanks And Telling The Story Series

    Contributed by Timothy Darling on Jan 3, 2007
    based on 7 ratings
     | 5,613 views

    The story of Anna teaches us the need to thank God and to tell others about His blessings.

    Giving thanks and telling the story Luke 2:36-38 Two of the biggest reasons that people don’t share their faith are • that they don’t know what to say • they are afraid of rejection Anna’s method addresses both these objections. 36There was also a prophetess, Anna, the daughter of Phanuel, of ...read more

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    Denomination: Mennonite

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    The Friend Of God

    Contributed by Kl Burrus on Oct 5, 2007
    based on 49 ratings
     | 17,215 views

    What does it take to be God’s friend? What was it that Abraham and God had that made theirs such a unique friendship?

    THE FRIEND OF GOD “And the scripture was fulfilled which saith, Abraham believed God, and it was imputed unto him for righteousness: and he was called the Friend of God” (James 2:23). There is within the human personality a need that is universally felt. It is a need that is sought and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Lee Henry avatar

    The Progressive Nature Of Sin

    Contributed by Lee Henry on Nov 15, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,181 views

    James teaches us that big sins begin with small temptations.

    The Progressive Nature of Sin James 1:13-15 “Great oaks from little acorns grow.” The mustard seed “is smaller that all other seeds, but when it is full grown...becomes a tree, so that the birds of the air come and nest in its branches.” (Matt. 13:31) In this life we can all think of many ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    #12 -- Humility Series

    Contributed by Derek Melanson on Nov 17, 2006
    based on 5 ratings
     | 10,797 views

    Jesus teaches us three things about humility: it starts at the bottom, it grows out of gratitude, and it is an act of faith.

    “Oh, it’s hard to be humble . . .!” Have you ever heard that little tune, “Oh, it’s hard to be humble, when you’re prefect in every way?” It’s a little tune I remember from growing up. And I read a couple of stories this week that sort of illustrate this song very well. The first was about Henry ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    What Are You Thankful For?

    Contributed by Scott Carmer on Nov 20, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,334 views

    Of all of the things we have to be thankful for, I hope we are most thankful for grace.

    What Are You Thankful For? Hebrews 10:11-25 November 19, 2006 You have heard me talk before about the rise in spirituality in America. It’s true. We are becoming more and more spiritual while becoming less and less involved with the institutional church. Much of our spirituality is taking us ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Aubrey Vaughan avatar

    The Outreaching Community

    Contributed by Aubrey Vaughan on Nov 28, 2006
    based on 5 ratings
     | 5,770 views

    Looks at the drive of evangilisim within the local Church.

    Overview Acts 2:42 -47. The outreaching community Over the last two weeks we have been looking at the example of the NT Church to see if there is any principles which can be implemented into our own situation here at www.cbchurch.org.uk we have been asking the question: ‘What is our purpose as a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Bob Reccord avatar

    God Never Guides Where He Doesn't Also Provide Series

    Contributed by Bob Reccord on Aug 7, 2006
    based on 65 ratings
     | 12,093 views

    Theme: God guides and provides for your mission one step at a time. (Principle 7 from Made to Count)

    Theme: God guides and provides for your mission one step at a time. (Principle 7 from Made to Count) Introduction: Carpe Diem! A life of adventure. A life of significance, not merely success. That’s what we all really want deep inside our hearts - even if the first part of our life has been ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Scott Weber avatar

    Counting M&m's Or Choosing Ice Cream? - Pt 6 In Series On The Da Vinci Code Series

    Contributed by Scott Weber on Mar 14, 2006
    based on 17 ratings
     | 5,366 views

    Part six of series examining The Da Vinci Code; exposing Dan Brown’s errors and showing the truth of history and the Bible.

    Decoding The Da Vinci Code – Part 6 “Counting M&M’s or Choosing Ice Cream?” How many M&M’s are in this jar? (Have them guess). It isn’t a matter of opinion. There is a correct number. Picture of ice cream cones What is the best ice cream flavor and brand? (Have some give answer). Mine is ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Dennis Selfridge avatar

    Love Is A Verb Not A Feeling

    Contributed by Dennis Selfridge on Mar 20, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,342 views

    15 ways to putlove into our actions

    LOVE IS A VERB NOT A FEELING I Cor. 13:4-7 Love is something we do. Many have read this chapter and it is not difficult to understand so the problem comes in doing what we know it says to do. Our lives are based on our willing to do more than knowing what we need to do. These verses are very easy ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan