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  • William Mouser avatar

    Rejoice In The Sufferings Of Christ

    Contributed by William Mouser on May 17, 2005
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    Days before His crucifixion, Jesus exposed the hostility of the unbelieving world to Himself, and (by implication) to all those who are loyal to His mission.

    Fifth Sunday in Lent Deuteronomy 18:15-22, 1 Peter 4:12-19, Luke 20:9-18 Rejoice in the Sufferings of Christ Jesus’ encounters with the Pharisees were always occasions for high drama. I can’t think of one of them, with the single exception of Jesus’ conversation with Nicodemus, where Jesus and ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

  • Bruce Ball avatar

    Commitment: To Christ First

    Contributed by Bruce Ball on Nov 3, 2005
    based on 84 ratings
     | 6,907 views

    A 2 point sermon inspired by Steve Shepherd’s Commitment series sermons.

    A newspaper journalist was assigned to Jerusalem and when he got there, he decided to get an apartment overlooking the Wailing Wall. After several weeks of watching out over the wall, he realized that every day, the same old Jewish man would come and spend most of the day praying vigorously at ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    The Resurrection Power Of Christ

    Contributed by Fred Sigle on Apr 5, 2007
    based on 24 ratings
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    Paul said he wanted to know the "power of Christ’s Resurrection." The resurrection power of Christ is not only available to us when Christ returns, but is available to us here and now.

    THE RESURRECTION POWER OF CHRIST (Inspired by Max Lacado’s book: He Still Moves Stones) A. (SHOW NEWS CLIP ABOUT "THE LOST TOMB OF CHRIST") ILLUSTRATION: Michael Medved is right, once again Christianity and our belief in Jesus as the Christ is under another ATTACK. Last year at this time it ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Gordon Curley avatar

    Christ My Contentment Series

    Contributed by Gordon Curley on Nov 30, 2010
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    Christ my Contentment

    Reading: Philippians chapter 4 verses 1-11: Ill: Meaningless words: • (1). Kathy’s children’s cough medicine contains this warning: • “Do not drive a car or operate machinery after taking this medication” • (2). Boots ...read more

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    Denomination: Brethren

  • Mike Rickman avatar

    Who Are You In Christ?

    Contributed by Mike Rickman on Mar 7, 2008
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    The evidence given in the Scriptures shows us that God desires that we know exactly who we are in Christ and what that means to us.

    March 2, 2008 Morning Worship Text: Ephesians 1:15-23 Subject: Paul’s Prayer for the Church Title: Who Are You In Christ? One of the things that mankind has always sought for was the meaning of life. Who are we and what are we doing here? I suppose every one of us has asked that question in ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Mike Fogerson avatar

    The Second Work Of Christ

    Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Sep 19, 2012
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    When you get saved, new birth by the Spirit, you have experienced the first work of God in your life. Many people teach that you that you have all that God has for you. There is a second work, Baptism of the Holy Spirit.

    Introduction A B When you get saved, new birth by the Spirit, you have experienced the first work of God in your life. 1 Many people teach that you that you have all that God has for you. a There is a second work, Baptism of the Holy Spirit. aa The Baptism of the Holy Spirit is part of Jesus ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Ajai Prakash avatar

    Christ's Glory On Display Series

    Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Oct 7, 2014
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     | 7,331 views

    At times we wonder if we are really displaying God's glory through our lives. We may also think how to go about it. Paul addressed this very issue with the Christians in Corinth. In fact this Sunday as we delve into God's Word we will see how can the ...

    Opening illustration: On January 9th, 2007, Joshua Bell sold out Boston's Symphony Hall. Seats were nearly $100 each. Bell plays a violin worth more than $3 million and is one of the best musicians in the world. Three days later he entered a metro station in Washington, D.C. wearing casual clothing ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Douglas Phillips avatar

    The Church: The Body Of Christ Series

    Contributed by Douglas Phillips on Jun 21, 2019
     | 6,462 views

    PAUL USES MARRIAGE AS A DRAMATIC EXAMPLE OF THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN CHRIST AND THE CHURCH.

    THE CHURCH: THE BODY OF CHRIST EPHESIANS 5:20-33 FEBRUARY 03, 2019 WE ARE CONTINUING WITH OUR SERIES ON THE CHURCH. THE SCRIPTURE WRITERS, UNDER THE INSPIRATION OF THE HOLY SPIRIT, USED MANY DIFFERENT IMAGES AND SYMBOLS TO COMMUNICATE DIVINE TRUTHS. WE ARE LOOKING AT ONE TODAY WHERE THE CHURCH ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Douglas Phillips avatar

    The Transfiguration – The Glory Of Christ

    Contributed by Douglas Phillips on Jun 23, 2019
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    THIS MESSAGE DEALS SPECIFICALLY WITH THE TRANSFIGURATION AND THEREACTION OF THE DISCIPLES.

    THE TRANSFIGURATION – THE GLORY OF CHRIST MATTHREW 17:1-13 MARCH 17, 2019 WE ARE CONTINUING ON OUR JOURNEY TO THE CROSS BY LOOKING AT THIS ACCOUNT IN MATTHEW CHAPTER 17. WE CAN DRAW A BIT MORE DETAIL FROM THE OTHER GOSPELS AND GET A MORE COMPLETE PICTURE OF WHAT HAPPENED THERE. IT IS ALSO NOT ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Indispensable Light Of Christ Series

    Contributed by Ron Tuit on Oct 27, 2015
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    Jesus gives His second sermon on "The I AM's of Jesus" in the context of the Feast of Tabernacles. There is a great significance in His choice to bring this message, "I am the light of the World" at the closing of this feast.

    THE INDISPENSABLE LIGHT Of CHRIST (John 8:12-20) Did you ever consider the fact that the Lord Jesus gave sermons? Much of what Jesus taught concerned the witness of Himself. One of the sermon series that Jesus preached is the “I AM” sayings of Jesus, which were emphatic ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Know The Love Of Christ

    Contributed by Roger Hasselquist on Mar 13, 2023
     | 2,721 views

    A woman named Phyllis W. Zeno, a contributor to 10 Chicken Soup books, wrote the following story: “One day a beautiful, but very troubled little girl came through the door of my day nursery.

    Alba 3-12-2023 KNOW THE LOVE OF CHRIST Ephesians 3:14-19 A woman named Phyllis W. Zeno, a contributor to 10 Chicken Soup books, wrote the following story: “One day a beautiful, but very troubled little girl came through the door of my day nursery. From the very beginning I was captivated by ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • David Dunn avatar

    Christ Lifted Up

    Contributed by David Dunn on Oct 25, 2025
     | 115 views

    Looking to the crucified Christ does not erase every snake, yet it drains sin’s poison and gives real, resurrecting life.

    So close, and yet so far. That phrase has a sting to it, doesn’t it? When your destination is right there. When what you’ve longed for is finally within sight. When you can feel the finish line in your bones… and suddenly the road you’re on dissolves beneath your feet. Israel knew that ...read more

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    Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

  • Joseph Lai avatar

    The Peculiar People Of The Chosen Generation

    Contributed by Joseph Lai on Aug 11, 2013
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     | 22,055 views

    If you are to rise up to become all that you can be and all that you are in Christ, recognizing who you are as being the peculiar people is just the beginning. You need to allow that revelation to lead you to consecration. And in consecration you make effort to grow in personal holiness.

    The Peculiar People A Calling to Recognize your Identity and Purpose "But you are a chosen generation, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, a peculiar people; that you should show forth the praises of him who has called you out of darkness into his marvelous light: " (1Pe 2:9) The same apostle who ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Eddie Snipes avatar

    The Evidence For The Resurrection Of Christ

    Contributed by Eddie Snipes on Nov 11, 2000
    based on 304 ratings
     | 18,703 views

    Updated April 06. This sermon looks at the historical evidence that supports the Bible’s claims of the crucifixion and resurection of Christ.

    The Evidence for the Resurrection of Christ Psalm 22: 1 My God, My God, why have You forsaken Me? Why are You so far from helping Me, And from the words of My groaning? 2 O My God, I cry in the daytime, but You do not hear; And in the night season, and am not silent. ... 14 I am poured out like ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jon Earls avatar

    The Follower Of Jesus Christ

    Contributed by Jon Earls on Mar 26, 2003
    based on 194 ratings
     | 35,183 views

    This Sermon deals with the issue of becoming a follower of Jesus Christ. Jesus demanded more of his true followers, than to just follow for the "loaves and fishes". He demans our complete devotion.

    A Follower of Jesus Scripture Reading: Luke 9:23-27; 57-62. Introduction: What does it mean to be a follower of Christ? What does it take in order to follow him? What are the requirements for be one of His? Does have your name on the roll at a church make you a follower of Christ? Does being ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness