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  • Larry Turner avatar

    We Got The Power. Series

    Contributed by Larry Turner on Oct 20, 2012
    based on 3 ratings
     | 6,988 views

    Have you lost the power and authority in your life? Want it back? Paul tells us how.

    When you flip a light switch to the on position you expect light from a bulb in a fixture. We are that bulb. We are to be that light. Jesus himself said so. “You are the light of the world—like a city on a hilltop that cannot be hidden.” (Matt 5:14) We have been given the Gospel ...read more

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    Denomination: Foursquare

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    "Let's Get This Party Started"

    Contributed by Ken Sauer on Jun 2, 2011
    based on 8 ratings
     | 7,560 views

    A sermon about reaching out to the world in the name of Christ.

    Matthew 8:1-4 “Let’s Get This Party Started” By: Ken Sauer, Pastor of East Ridge United Methodist Church, Chattanooga, TN eastridgeumc.org “Who’s in charge here?” The policeman suddenly appeared in the doorway, and everyone stood still. It had ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

  • Jon MacKinney avatar

    Where Jesus Went For Wisdom

    Contributed by Jon Mackinney on Jun 16, 2011
     | 2,364 views

    In another of the confrontations Jesus had with the religious leaders of His day, it is instructive to see where He went for His authority. He amazed the crowds with His responses, but we have the same basis for authority that He exercised.

    Passage: Matthew 22:23-33 Intro: Christians have been portrayed down thru the years as “Bible-thumpers”. Il) there is an “I hate Bible- Thumpers” page on Facebook. 1. in many ways, it is a compliment. 2. means that we draw our authority, our wisdom, from the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    The Great Announcment

    Contributed by Isaac Butterworth on Jun 17, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,753 views

    If you yield to Christ your meager realm – if you fly the white flag of surrender over the dominion of your heart – your life will become yours in a way you never dreamed.

    First Presbyterian Church Wichita Falls, Texas June 19, 2011 THE GREAT ANNOUNCEMENT Isaac Butterworth Matthew 28:16-20 (NIV) 16 Then the eleven disciples went to Galilee, to the mountain where Jesus had told them to go. 17 When they saw him, they worshiped him; but some doubted. 18 Then ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Jason Bonnicksen avatar

    Commissioned

    Contributed by Jason Bonnicksen on Jun 20, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,588 views

    As Christians, we derive our authority directly from Jesus Christ, the universe's highest, sovereign power, and as such, he's charging us to reaffirm our commission to fulfill our duties and responsibilities to go out and make disciples of all nations.

    INTRO In just a bit, we’re going turn in our bibles to the Gospel according to Matthew 28, and look at VV 16–20. Specifically, we’re going to see why this portion of scripture is called “The Great Commission,” what that meant for the disciples, and what that means ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Dr.W.Samuel Legon avatar

    Hey Is This The Right Road

    Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on Dec 5, 2009
    based on 8 ratings
     | 4,407 views

    Where are you ?

    HEY IS THIS THE RIGHT ROAD Psalms 107:30Then are they glad because they be quiet; so he bringeth them unto their desired haven. 1.THROUGH THE WATERS Isaiah 43:2When thou passest through the waters, I will be with thee; and through the rivers, they shall not overflow thee: ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Fruit Of Fearless Faith

    Contributed by Donnie Martin on Jun 12, 2010
    based on 5 ratings
     | 9,103 views

    This message deals with the centurion's fearless faith, and our Lord's response to it.

    The Fruit Of Fearless Faith I. THE SOLDIER’S REQUEST A. It Was Characterized By Serious Concern. B. It Was Characterized By Selfless Compassion. II. THE SAVIOR’S READINESS III. THE SOLDIER’S RESPONSE A. He Responded With Respect For Christ’s Person. B. He Responded With ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Chad Garrison avatar

    Waiting Room: Crisis Of Faith Series

    Contributed by Chad Garrison on Jun 21, 2010
    based on 5 ratings
     | 10,700 views

    Part One from a series of messages titled “The Waiting Room”: discovering what God reveals to us in these moments of waiting.

    The Waiting Room “Crisis of Faith” How many people like waiting? (Show of Hands) When I say the words “Waiting Room”, what images come to mind? If we were to poll everybody today, I’m sure we would all have a “waiting room” story to tell… Mine ...read more

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    Denomination: Foursquare

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    Who's In Charge Here? Series

    Contributed by Thomas Swope on Apr 8, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 9,259 views

    A review of Chapter 8 verse one through seventeen

    Ecclesiastes 8: 1- 17 Who Is In Charge Here? 1 Who is like a wise man? and who knows the interpretation of a thing? A man’s wisdom makes his face shine, and the sternness of his face is changed. 2 I say, “Keep the king’s commandment for the sake of your oath to God. 3 Do not be ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

  • Scott Kircher avatar

    Learning The Truth...his Way Or The Hard Way Series

    Contributed by Scott Kircher on Jul 8, 2012
    based on 19 ratings
     | 14,339 views

    Why is it that we so often choose to learn things the hard way? We often look back and see that it would have been much easier if we had followed what seems so clear to us now. What hinders us from learning and what can we do to learn the things God wan

    Daniel 4:1-37 Learning the Truth…His Way or the Hard Way Why do we choose the Hard Way Pride Procrastination How do we choose His Way Humble yourself Obey the Word Honor Him What do we Need to Learn God is God and You are Not Slide Good morning. Do you remember when you were growing up? ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Mark Schaeufele avatar

    Is Jesus Really The Only Way To Heaven? Series

    Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Oct 7, 2012
     | 6,948 views

    Jesus is the only way to heaven and all other avenues to truth are counterfeit.

    Is Jesus Really The Only Way To Heaven? Text: Gal. 1:1-10 Introduction 1. Illustration: Since the death of Jesus Christ, 2000 years ago, 43 million Christians have become martyrs. Over 50% of these were in the last century alone. More than 200 million Christians face persecution each day, 60% of ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Ned Bartlebaugh avatar

    The Supremacy Of Jesus Christ Series

    Contributed by Ned Bartlebaugh on Nov 1, 2009
    based on 5 ratings
     | 11,573 views

    Jesus Christ has supreme authority over everything in heaven and on earth.

    Jesus Christ is Supreme Colossians 1:15-23 Last week we began our study of the Book of Colossians and we received the blessing that Paul gave to the Colossians when he said his standard greeting of “Grace and peace to you from God our Father.” It was not Paul’s grace and peace that he offered but ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • T.J. Conwell avatar

    Romans, Part 39 Series

    Contributed by T.j. Conwell on May 15, 2011
     | 3,337 views

    Christians are commanded by God to obey the authorities placed over them, and to give their leaders Godly respect and submission. The challenge today is to examine ourselves and ask, "Are we doing that?"

    Romans, Part 39 Romans 13:1-10 Introduction - We are called to live dedicated to Christ; fully and completely in all things From Wed night: - Spending time in this life fighting against evil with evil never gets us anywhere -- It never draws us closer to God but instead draws us closer to ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Jeff van Wyk avatar

    This Kingdom Is Costly

    Contributed by Jeff Van Wyk on Jun 1, 2013
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,721 views

    Change everything you can so that you can follow Him fully and without hindrance and chase after those things which belong to you

    This Kingdom is costly Matthew 13:44 - The kingdom of heaven is like treasure, buried in a field, that a man found and reburied. Then in his joy he goes and sells everything he has and buys that field. I am surprised to find so many people who are embarrassed to tell others that they are ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

  • Kevin Ruffcorn avatar

    Testing The Spirits Series

    Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Jul 29, 2014
    based on 2 ratings
     | 4,189 views

    Discernment is a gift. It gives God’s children the ability to distinguish between what God calls us to and what the world entices us toward.

    1 John 4:1-6 "Testing the Spirits" INTRODUCTION We have come a long way in communication since March 10, 1876 when Alexander Graham Bell spoke into a prototype of the telephone and said, "Mr. Watson, come here. I want to see you." It is now common to have the television on while browsing ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran