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  • Paul Barreca avatar

    Is Hell Forever? Series

    Contributed by Paul Barreca on Sep 30, 2015
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     | 6,822 views

    Although unpopular in today's culture of tolerance religious pluralism, the doctrine of hell is necessary for Christians and non-Christians.

    Is Hell Forever? Perhaps an even more relevant question is whether there really is a hell? According to a 2003 survey by Barna research, 76% of Americans believe Heaven exists, 71% of Americans believe Hell exists, but only .005 believe that they will be sent there. So, while many people believe ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Flee From Idolatry Series

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Oct 23, 2011
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     | 7,128 views

    In today's lesson we learn that Christians are prohibited from practicing idolatry.

    Scripture We continue our study in The First Letter of Paul to the Corinthians in a series I am calling Challenges Christians Face. One of the challenges that Christians face is the issue of Christian liberty. Let’s learn about this in a message I am calling, “Flee from ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    High Seas 2 - Paul Series

    Contributed by Dan Cormie on Jul 11, 2011
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     | 5,129 views

    Because we live on a fallen planet with other fallen human beings it is possible to find ourselves in the midst of a life shattering storm through no fault of our own. The effects of the fall visit themselves randomly upon the creation.

    Dakota Community Church July 10, 2011 High Seas 2 - Paul Luke 6:46-49 46 “Why do you call me, ‘Lord, Lord,’ and do not do what I say? 47 I will show you what he is like who comes to me and hears my words and puts them into practice. 48 He is like a man building a house, who dug ...read more

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    Denomination: Mennonite

  • Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid avatar

    Don't Count On Tomorrow, Today But Count On The Nine Promises Of God

    Contributed by Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid on Sep 17, 2013
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     | 11,421 views

    Relying on the nine promises of God, to save us.

    Don't Count on Tomorrow, Today But Count on The Nine Promises of God (Rest; Mercy; Holy Ghost; Christ Jesus, Heir of the World; Life; Eternal Life; Eternal Inheritance; Second Coming of Christ; Long Life) by Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid (9/17/2013) “Blessed be the LORD, that hath given ...read more

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    Denomination: Friends

  • Christian Jones avatar

    From Pain To Comfort: God's Healing Embrace In Times Of Suffering

    Contributed by Christian Jones on Jun 4, 2023
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     | 54,720 views

    Each one of us, at some point in our lives, experiences pain, whether it be physical, emotional, or spiritual. However, we can find solace and hope in the arms of our loving Heavenly Father.

    Point 1: God is Our Source of Comfort (2 Corinthians 1:3-4) In our moments of anguish, it is essential to remember that God is the ultimate source of comfort. The apostle Paul, in his letter to the Corinthians, writes, "Blessed be God, even the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Secrets Of A World Class Runner

    Contributed by John Gaston on Oct 25, 2012
    based on 6 ratings
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    Milton Berle, David Letterman, & Chuck Norris on running. A World Class Runner gives us the secrets of running our Christian race at peak performance to a photo-flash finish befitting the accolades of heaven!

    THE SECRETS OF A WORLD CLASS RUNNER Heb. 12:1-7 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. Comedian MILTON BERLE said, “My doctor recently told me that jogging could add years to my life. I tried it. He’s right! I feel ten years older already.” 2. David Letterman said, "I pulled a hamstring during the New York ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Groans To Glory

    Contributed by Jason Bonnicksen on Jul 17, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,706 views

    There’s times when we’re seemingly dealt one crummy hand after another. It’s in times like these when there’s really not much we can do but groan with deep frustration in prayer, and place our hope in in God that he’ll turn our groans to glory.

    INTRO The other day I needed to take my mind off things, so I opened my computer and played a game of hearts. Now, for those of you who’ve never played hearts, the object of the game is to score as few points as possible. You do this by trying to pass all your hearts to your three ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    A Little While Series

    Contributed by Chuck Gohn on Aug 9, 2022
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     | 3,041 views

    This sermon explores Jesus' cryptic words "in a little while" and the connection to the disciples time of both grief and joy, and how his words apply to believers today.

    If you have been with us for a while, you know we have been going through the book of John actually for over a year now. We actually are getting close to the end. If you have been with us the last few weeks, you know that we have been in the part of the gospel that represents the last week of ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    It Takes Both Sunshine And Rain To Make A Rainbow

    Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Apr 8, 2006
    based on 24 ratings
     | 8,994 views

    Do you know how to break or make a Christian? Let him / her go through the process of suffering.

    Exegetical Idea: Subject: How should believers respond to suffering? Complement: Unsurprised, rejoicing, knowing that they are blessed. Homiletical Idea: Persecution can break or make a Christian. Purpose: As a result of this sermon, my listeners (believers) would be made aware and encouraged ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Dean Courtier avatar

    Go! And See The Suffering Servant - Isaiah 53:3-4 Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Mar 30, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,457 views

    Throughout history, people have misunderstood who Jesus truly is. Many see Him as a wise teacher, a miracle worker, or even a religious revolutionary. Isaiah 53 paints a powerful, prophetic picture of Jesus as the Suffering Servant—the One who took our place, bore our pain, and carried our sorrow.

    Go! And See the Suffering Servant - Isaiah 53:3-4 Introduction Throughout history, people have misunderstood who Jesus truly is. Many see Him as a wise teacher, a miracle worker, or even a religious revolutionary. But Isaiah 53 paints a powerful, prophetic picture of Jesus as the Suffering ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    When Our Faith Fails Part 3 Series

    Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Sep 4, 2010
     | 6,655 views

    Part 3 focuses on Paul's thorn in the flesh.

    When Our Faith Fail – Part 3 Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:7-10; Joshua 13:11-13; Judges 2:3 Introduction: In my message last week I continued with the second and third faith equations: o Faith + Unbelief + Action = No Results o Faith + Wrong Belief + Action = Wrong Results Last week ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Terry Moon avatar

    "The New Me"

    Contributed by Terry Moon on Sep 25, 2005
     | 7,931 views

    Today we will reference to the story of Saul and his transformation into Paul in the book of Acts. We will talk about how God transformed Paul’s life forever when he had his Damascus road experience. God used Paul to preach and teach His people so that t

    Reference Scripture: Romans 12:1-2 I. Romans 12:1a – Sacrifice – means to give up something. Question: What makes me new?  When I make the decision to give up and get rid of the old stuff.  When I make the decision to give up and get rid of some people. What are you willing to ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Mark Hensley avatar

    Whenever You Sling Mud You Loose Ground

    Contributed by Mark Hensley on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 204 ratings
     | 13,937 views

    Someone well said, "whenever you sling mud, you lose ground" You not only lose ground when you sling mud i.e. insult others, and fail to live in harmony and love as Christ loved, but as we will learn today you miss the favor and blessing of God!

    " Finally all of you live in harmony with one another; be sympathetic, love as brothers be compassionate and humble. Do not repay evil with evil or insult with insult, but with blessing, because to this you were called so that you may inherit a blessing" 1st Peter 3:8-9 Introduction: In a Peanuts ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dr. Craig Nelson avatar

    Historical Heresies Alive And Well In The Church Today - A Multi-Part Message

    Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Aug 3, 2020
    based on 5 ratings
     | 7,360 views

    I remember reading that one of the primary sources of error in Theology is the desire to say something new.

    "There is nothing new under the sun" (Ecclesiastes 1:9 ESV) Week One - Introduction When I chose to become a follower of Jesus, I had a voracious appetite for knowledge about Him, as well as a deep desire to grow in intimacy with Him. I would read everything about Jesus I could get my ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Reformation Series

    Contributed by Steve Lawson on Jan 5, 2004
    based on 24 ratings
     | 7,452 views

    The real enemy to the Christian today is not “the liberals”, abortion, or no prayer in school. The real enemy to the Christian today is subtle sins like pride, envy, jealousy, selfishness, lust and greed, that infiltrate the Christian’s life and the chur

    Reformation Nehemiah 13:15-31 “It is the nature of fire to burn out” 1. Recommitment to Separation A. A Mixed Multitude (vs. 1-3) A “Mixed Multitude” is when a Christian lets sin enter his life and does not treat it as his enemy. A “Mixed Multitude” is when the church does not teach the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational