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  • Jeff Strite avatar

    Who Are You Looking For? Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Feb 20, 2021
    based on 5 ratings
     | 21,962 views

    Jesus loved to ask questions (the Gospels list at least 135 of his questions). The most powerful question Jesus asked in this text was "Who are you looking for?" Who they were looking for tells us a lot about the people in this story.

    About 10 years ago, there was a sight-seeing tour in Iceland that lost one of its sightseers. She was no where to be found. Panicked, they called in the police and the search began. Hours later (about 3 in the morning) they discovered that the woman they were searching for had been there all the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Behold The Man! Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Mar 5, 2021
    based on 4 ratings
     | 9,882 views

    The only man who seemed to know who Jesus was was Pilate, and he says things that make you think he's reading from a script... God's script. Why would that be?

    A group of people volunteered to do a parachute jump for charity. On their first day of training, the instructor made an important point about preparing for landing at 300 feet off the ground. One woman asked “How do you know when you’re at 300 feet?” The instructor smiled and said: “Good ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Prodigal Son

    Contributed by Alan Perkins on May 5, 2002
    based on 108 ratings
     | 40,486 views

    The younger son wanted blessing without relationship. So did the elder son. And so do we today.

    This morning, we continue our journey through the parables of Christ. As we’ve noted before, a parable is a short story which is intended to teach or illustrate some spiritual truth. Parables are small but powerful, and this is demonstrated by their familiarity. Few of us, I imagine, could explain ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Rekindling The Attitude Of Gratitude

    Contributed by Samuel Stone on Nov 22, 2004
    based on 11 ratings
     | 6,764 views

    Present three keys to rekindling the attitude of gratitude using the lesson lean from the elder brother of the prodigal son.

    Rekindling the Attitude of Gratitude 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 “Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you.” (1 Thess. 5:16-18) A salesman got lost in a rural area and stopped at a farm to get directions. As he was ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Rev. Bruce A. Shields avatar

    Revelation Chapter 4 Series

    Contributed by Rev. Bruce A. Shields on May 22, 2006
    based on 6 ratings
     | 6,557 views

    Examine notes on Revelation Chapter 4 which deals with the Throne room in Heaven, the characteristics of Jesus, and the 24 Elders.

    Revelation Chapter 4 Vs. 1 - 11: the Throne in Heaven Rev. Bruce A. Shields First Baptist Church Tawas City Michigan www.tawasbaptist.org Key Verse; Revelation 1:19 “Write, therefore, what you have seen, what is now and what will take place later.” Revelation Chapter 1: Things you have ...read more

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    Denomination: Bible Church

  • Alan Smith avatar

    Living Morally In An Immoral World

    Contributed by Alan Smith on Aug 9, 2002
    based on 94 ratings
     | 17,998 views

    We must be a leavening influence on our society.

    Introduction: One of George Washington’s first official acts as president was to give the Thanksgiving Proclamation, which reads, "Whereas it is the duty of all nations to acknowledge the providence of Almighty God, to obey his will, to be grateful for his benefits, and humbly implore his ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Man Who Should Never Have Been Born

    Contributed by Gordon Curley on Nov 29, 2010
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     | 3,687 views

    Judas (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request - email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

    Reading: John chapter 17 verses 12: Ill: • On this day in 1605: • Thirteen young men planned to blow up the Houses of Parliament. • Among them was Britain's most notorious traitor, • A man called Guy Fawkes. • They rented a house next to Parliament;, dug a ...read more

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    Denomination: Brethren

  • Mark Strauss avatar

    The Book Of Acts, Part 3- Recipe For Revival Series

    Contributed by Mark Strauss on May 4, 2006
    based on 10 ratings
     | 12,643 views

    Throughout the book of Acts we see phenomenal growth. In 2:47: “And the Lord added to their number daily those who were being saved"; •By chapter 4 the church has exploded to over 5000. •And throughout Acts, the growth of the church is a common re

    “Recipe for Revival” Acts 2:42-46 What’s the key to success in life? Walk into any bookstore and you’ll see shelves of books on how to be successful. How to be successful in business; in relationships; in personal financial planning; in athletics. One man who knew about success in sports was ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Lord's Supper

    Contributed by Neil Olcott on Nov 6, 2002
    based on 126 ratings
     | 26,550 views

    A sermon to help teach the biblical basis for the Lord’s Supper with a lot of help from John MacArthur’s commentary on this text.

    Date: 11-3-02 Title: The Lord’s Supper Bible Text: Matthew 26:26-30 Intro: What is the Lord’s Supper really all about? Do we fully understand what this monthly ritual we participate in is supposed to mean? Or do we just do the Lord’s Supper because, well, because that is what a person does at ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    He Chose The Nails Series

    Contributed by Jonathan Mcleod on Oct 2, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 14,178 views

    Since Christ was fully devoted to us, is it too much for Him to expect full devotion from us?

    In the distance I see a cross. This is not an unusual sight. Crucifixion is the Roman’s favorite method of execution. I have walked by many crucifixions at this same spot. But a larger than normal crowd has gathered to witness this cross. I wonder why so many people are interested in the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Wes Humble avatar

    The Unwrapped Gift

    Contributed by Wes Humble on Nov 17, 2006
    based on 3 ratings
     | 6,313 views

    Christmas

    For most of us this week will be time to put away the Christmas stuff. We will take down trees and lights, repack decorations and put away manger scenes. Some of us will and have already returned things. We unwrapped the gift and then realized it didn’t fit wasn’t the right thing or we just plain ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    What Church Is Meant To Be

    Contributed by Mike Rickman on May 13, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,609 views

    Have we been doing church wrong? To answer that question we must look at the biblical pattern for church.

    May 15, 2011 Morning Worship Text: Acts 2:42-47 Subject: The Early Church Pattern Title: What Church Is Meant To Be How many of you spend time thinking back on earlier days and wish that it could be like it was back then? I remember the simpler life when I was a child. No video games, cell ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Pat Damiani avatar

    The Fruit Of The Spirit Is...faithfulness Series

    Contributed by Pat Damiani on May 16, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,400 views

    How to develop faithfulness in the body of Christ

    As we’ve done each week, we’ll begin with a quick review of several important characteristics of the… THE FRUIT OF THE SPIRIT 1) Is demonstrated by being not doing 2) Is developed as Christ followers cooperate with the Holy Spirit 3) Is to be delightful to an unbelieving ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Freddy Fritz avatar

    Suicide Series

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on May 13, 2023
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,453 views

    In this lesson, we shall learn what the Bible says about suicide.

    Introduction I am starting a series of messages that I am calling, “What Does the Bible Say About…?” I plan to tackle various topics, such as suicide, homosexuality, what happens after death, speaking in tongues, divorce, remarriage, and so on. These messages will not be an exposition of a ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Adding To The Number Series

    Contributed by Troy Borst on May 27, 2020
     | 4,250 views

    Our church family is one that will have a firm foundation that lasts. Our firm foundation is based upon the practice of the early church and what they made priorities.

    ADDING TO THE NUMBER (HPFFJ3) Acts 2:42-47 #Pentecost2020 #HPFFJ INTRODUCTION… https://www.sermoncentral.com/sermon-illustrations/100434/healing-by-ed-vasicek?ref=TextIllustrationSerps A Baptist preacher and his wife decided they needed a dog. Ever mindful of their congregation, they knew the dog ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ