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  • Peter Loughman avatar

    Choosing Between Two Evils Series

    Contributed by Peter Loughman on Feb 5, 2008
    based on 10 ratings
     | 8,890 views

    Anytime you find yourself choosing between two evils, step back and asses the situation – Is the question before you in reality a moral dilemma, or is it just something you do not want to do? God promises us that He will not place us in such situations.

    A man and woman find themselves standing at the pearly gates. Saint Peter, to his surprise, finds the couple very disappointed to be getting into heaven. You see, they were on their way to get married and instead of arriving at their wedding, they ended up at the entrance of heaven. The bride is ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Living And Loving The Good Life Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Jan 17, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 9,079 views

    Peter gives us some simple commands to help us to love life and see good days.

    Introduction: A. What do you think of when I say “The Good Life?” 1. Did you know that "The Good Life" is a state slogan for the state of Nebraska? 2. “The Good Life” is a philosophical phrase for the life that one would like to live. 3. You might be surprised to know that ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • D Marion Clark avatar

    Jesus, His People, The Local Church

    Contributed by D Marion Clark on Mar 6, 2017
     | 5,568 views

    Who are you? How you answer that question guides how you live your life. In our text this morning, John lays before us the identities of three parties: that of fellow Christians, of Jesus, and of the local church.

    Revelation 1:9-20 Jesus, His People, the Local Church 3/5/17 D. Marion Clark Introduction Who are you? How you answer that question guides how you live your life. In our text this morning, John lays before us the identities of three parties: that of fellow Christians, of Jesus, and of the local ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    A Very Special "I Am” Of John’s Gospel – "Ego Eimi” – "I, I Am” – So Much Comfort In It – Part 1 Series

    Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Aug 31, 2022
     | 2,589 views

    We will look at the marvellous "I AMs" of John’s Gospel, which mean “I, I am.” It stamped the authority of Jesus as the Elohim of the Old Testament. It's used in John 6 where the disciples battled the storm and Jesus drew near with the assurance and authority of “I, I AM”.

    A VERY SPECIAL “I AM” OF JOHN’S GOSPEL – “EGO EIMI” – “I, I AM” – SO MUCH COMFORT IN IT – PART 1 SHORT INTRODUCTION In John’s Gospel there are found very crucial sayings of the Lord Jesus all containing “I AM”. These relate to His Person and work and ministry. They are essential for our faith. ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Unchanging Christ In Changing Times

    Contributed by Shawn Miller on Dec 31, 2016
    based on 3 ratings
     | 23,403 views

    A sermon about the unchanging characteristics of Christ in a changing world and how his unwavering love, direct straight talk, and divine authority are things that we can trust and thereby have peace.

    The Unchangeable Christ in Changing Times Introduction: There have been several recognizable people that have passed away in 2016. They had put their stamp on the 80's of my generation. There were famous muscial artists like Prince, David Bowie, and George Michael and who could forget Princess ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Do We Love The Enemies Of The Cross?

    Contributed by Eddie Snipes on Aug 24, 2003
    based on 64 ratings
     | 6,231 views

    How should Christians respond to those who oppose or attack Christianity?

    Do We Love the Enemies of the Cross? As we watch the battle for the 10 commandments unfold in Alabama and similar scenes across the nation played out in the cultural war against Christianity, it is difficult to keep the true biblical perspective. I have watched Christians in these types of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • John Lowe avatar

    The First-Born Over All Creation Series

    Contributed by John Lowe on May 21, 2018
     | 7,778 views

    The chief religions of Paul’s time included Gnosticism, stressing gnosis as essential to salvation, viewing matter as evil, and combining ideas derived from mythology, ancient Greek philosophy, ancient religions, and, eventually, Christianity.

    5/7/18 Tom Lowe Lesson IIA2: THE FIRST-BORN OVER ALL CREATION (Colossians 1:15b-17) • Numbers in brackets [a], correspond to “Special Notes” following each verse. • NIV Bible is used throughout unless noted otherwise. Colossians 1:15b-17 (NIV) (Text) 15b the firstborn over all creation. 16 For ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Sheep And Shepherd

    Contributed by James Groce on Apr 18, 2001
    based on 173 ratings
     | 24,117 views

    There has been much teaching on the role of the pastor and his relationship to those God has placed in the local congregation under his authority.

    The Sheep and Shepherd There has been much teaching on the role of the pastor and his relationship to those God has placed in the local congregation under his authority. There has been much hurt caused by imbalanced teaching; as well as improper, or abusive methods of leadership. Throughout the ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Chris Appleby avatar

    The Ultimate Insult Series

    Contributed by Chris Appleby on Nov 25, 2001
    based on 90 ratings
     | 14,162 views

    People refuse to accept God’s authority. We don’t want to be tenants in God’s Vineyard. We want to be the owners.

    "Stick and stones may break my bones but words will never hurt me!" You’ve no doubt heard that little rhyme, and you’ve probably even used it at times. When I was growing up it was the standard playground retort to an insult. But of course we all know that those words were simply a bluff. They had ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

  • Brian La Croix avatar

    Can We Trust The Gospels? (The Da Vinci Code - Part 1) Series

    Contributed by Brian La Croix on May 30, 2006
    based on 37 ratings
     | 3,320 views

    Part one of a four-part series discussing claims of the book. The focus is not on slamming the author, but rather on answering the claims in a reasoned and reasonable manner.

    Can We Trust the Gospels? (The Da Vinci Code – Part 1) Various Scriptures May 14, 2006 Introduction Well, today we begin what I anticipate will be a four week series on the best-selling novel, The Da Vinci Code. I’ve been looking forward to this for awhile. And the main reason is that I ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

  • Dan Cormie avatar

    The Light Of The World

    Contributed by Dan Cormie on Feb 28, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 2,761 views

    In this one we explore one of the ways Jesus is revealed to us in scripture as we set our hearts on the author and finisher of our faith.

    Dakota Community Church March 2, 2008 The Light of the World For some people it is just a holiday weekend, others see it as a time to get new clothing or to start thinking about spring, for many of the kids (and not just a few adults I would guess) its all about the chocolate; but for you and I, ...read more

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    Denomination: Mennonite

  • Michael West avatar

    Acting Like Jesus Series

    Contributed by Michael West on Apr 2, 2008
     | 3,387 views

    Spiritual power and authority has been given to us to do good and to live a life of joy from five key view points.

    Sunday January 5th, 2003 River of Life Ministries Pastor Michael West Series: Spiritual Authority Part One Sermon: Acting Like Jesus Scripture: Romans 12:21 / Ephesians 2 Greatness does not come from position and titles. True greatness comes from being a servant. Romans 12:21 Don’t let evil get ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Kenneth Anthony avatar

    Human Resource And Diversity Issues In The Early Church

    Contributed by Kenneth Anthony on May 6, 2006
    based on 10 ratings
     | 4,178 views

    Apostolic church faced human resource issues. Apostles needed to delegate authority so could concentrate on primary calling to pray and preach.

    Introduction Running a church sometimes just takes common sense. Real problems arise in the Church just like any other institution, however, through prayer, cooperation within the Body of Christ, and some thought even the most complex problems can be solved. Today’s reading from Acts 6:1-7 deals ...read more

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    Denomination: Orthodox

  • Stephen Sheane avatar

    Fix Your Eyes

    Contributed by Stephen Sheane on Mar 28, 2012
    based on 5 ratings
     | 16,208 views

    To run the race of faith you need to fix your eyes on Jesus and remember that He is our AUTHOR, our PERFECTOR and our ENCOURAGER.

    FIX YOUR EYES Early on the morning of Feb. 17, 1994 James Rich got into his new twin engine Piper Seneca airplane at an airport near Louisville, KY. The plan was to make a 30 minute flight to Crossville, TN to visit a friend. But he hadn't slept much the night before. So as his plane left the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

  • T.J. Conwell avatar

    1 Peter Introduction Series

    Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Mar 9, 2015
     | 5,045 views

    A brief introduction about the author, Peter, and then the entire letter was read to familiarize our church with the context. Individual messages will follow in the coming weeks.

    1 Peter Introduction 1 Peter Sermon Series, Part 1 Introduction ∆ Point 1 – Who’s Peter? So, let’s talk about Peter … - His name, Cephas, in the Syriac language, means “rock” -- One of the original 12 apostles (walked on water) -- Was at the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational