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  • Jimmy Chapman avatar

    The Measure Of A Man Series

    Contributed by Jimmy Chapman on Sep 25, 2008
    based on 9 ratings
     | 11,847 views

    the measure of man as viewed in the light of his suffering

    THE MEASURE OF A MAN Acts 21:27-40 In looking at this passage tonight, I was more prone to call it the measure of the man than I was to say this is the arrest of Paul. It is the arrest of Paul, but it is the measure of the man who is seen in the midst of the circumstance that interests me. I ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Reformation: Understanding God's Love

    Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Oct 23, 2008
    based on 14 ratings
     | 5,971 views

    I begin with an illustration of Dr. Rev. Newton in discussion with a Jewish man who challenged the conlusion to a prayer.... "in the name of jesus Christ..." It’s a great ending. This is an example of the culture we live in and the challenge to the "tru

    In Jesus Holy Name October 26, 2008 Text: John 3:7 & Titus 3:7 (GN) Redeemer “Reformation: Understanding God’s Love” Earlier this fall our District President was attending the Oakland A’s Baseball game. Before the game Thrivent sponsored their pre game BBQ in the parking lot. All ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    The Cities Of Refuge Series

    Contributed by Chris Appleby on Jan 19, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 18,423 views

    God's grace extends to those who need it. He provides for those who have inadvertently killed another

    You often hear people complaining about the violence we see in the Old Testament. We cringe at the thought of an “eye for an eye and a tooth for a tooth.” It all sounds so barbaric. Yet, how do people deal with something like murder in a world where there’s no police force, no ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    Grace Is Superior Series

    Contributed by Bob Gillchrest on Jan 28, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,165 views

    Paul is frustrated by the Galatians and asks five pointed questions about their salvation.

    Everyone gets frustrated at one time or another. When was the last time you were frustrated? I get frustrated with those non-human telephone answering machines. Do you? I really get frustrated with Cox cable’s answering service. I would always rather speak to a human being than a machine - ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Andy Stanley avatar

    Law And All Series

    Contributed by Andy Stanley on May 7, 2010
    based on 34 ratings
     | 14,249 views

    Idea: No God. No gratitude. No accountability. No moral consensus regarding right and wrong. Law replaces national conscience.

    Idea: No God. No gratitude. No accountability. No moral consensus regarding right and wrong. Law replaces national conscience. Introduction/Review * For these two weeks, I'm putting on my prophet's hat. * Several of the issues we face as a nation intersect with biblical principles. * So, I decided ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Sharing Choice Series

    Contributed by Monty Newton on Mar 31, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,149 views

    We may bge used of God to bring peace to others. When we share the gift of peace with others, conflict may be transformed into harmony.

    Title: The Sharing Choice Text: “Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called the sons of God.” Matthew 5:9 Thesis: We may be used of God to bring peace to others. When we share the gift of peace with others conflict may be transformed into harmony. Series: Life’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Fireproof Your Faith

    Contributed by Daniel Habben on Nov 3, 2009
    based on 6 ratings
     | 12,005 views

    Fireproof Your Faith 1) Let go of your ego 2) Lay hold of your God

    A couple of weeks ago the members of St. John’s Lutheran Church in Wetaskiwin, AB learned that their church is NOT fireproof. The cry room now resembles a black hole a worm might leave behind after eating its way through an apple. The heat of the fire curled the plastic keys on a keyboard to look ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Minding The Times: An Exposition On Postmodernism, Part 1

    Contributed by Frederick Meekins on May 29, 2009
     | 3,283 views

    Minding The Times: An Exposition On Postmodernism, Part 1

    One might say the future is here --- and we might want to send it back for a refund. Having waited years and wondering at times whether mankind would even survive to see the day, the world now finds itself on the other side of a new millennium. In some ways, it is everything optimistic futurists ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Cultivate Gentleness & Kindness Series

    Contributed by Chad Garrison on Mar 2, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,874 views

    We are all called to continually "Cultivate" the Fruit of the Spirit. Here we focus on Gentleness & Kindness.

    Cultivate the Fruit of the Spirit Gentleness/Kindness Galatians 5:22-25 22But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, 23gentleness, self-control; against such things there is no law. 24Now those who belong to Christ Jesus have crucified the flesh ...read more

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    Denomination: Foursquare

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    The Paradox Of Power Series

    Contributed by Chris Surber on Jul 2, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,055 views

    The greatest power is that of Christ working in us.

    The Paradox of Power, II Corinthians 12:2-10 Introduction French writer Alexis de Tocqueville, after visiting America in 1831, said, “I sought for the greatness of the United States in her commodious harbors, her ample rivers, her fertile fields, and boundless forests – and it was not there. I ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

  • Dr John Singarayar SVD avatar

    The Trolls And Jesus

    Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Oct 12, 2020
    based on 3 ratings
     | 4,342 views

    The trolls may pull us down with their words, but we need to rely on his Spirit to win over them.

    The Trolls and Jesus Matthew 22:15-21, Isaiah 45:1, Isaiah 45:4-6, 1 Thessalonians 1:1-5. Reflection Dear sisters and brothers, Today, we have a very interesting text from the Gospel of Matthew (Matthew 22:15-21). Now, let us listen to the text. “The Pharisees went off and plotted ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

  • Jeffery Anselmi avatar

    America Bless God

    Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Jul 1, 2016
    based on 1 rating
     | 10,189 views

    It is time for America to Bless God again!

    INTRODUCTION • SERMON VIDEO • SLIDE #1 • America, when you hear the name, what do you think of? Do you think of America as the land of the free and the home of the brave? • Do you see a nation where one can climb out of the clutches of poverty to the highest office in the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Freddy Fritz avatar

    Jesus On Trial: The Sentence Series

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Mar 24, 2016
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,703 views

    This messages examines the claim of Jesus to be the Son of God that resulted in the sentence of death.

    Scripture Five years ago I began what I planned to be a seven-year series of messages. It is based on the book by James Montgomery Boice and Philip Graham Ryken that is titled, Jesus on Trial. My goal is to teach on seven important aspects of the trial of Jesus Christ: the diabolical conspiracy to ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • David Ward avatar

    Stay Awhile Series

    Contributed by David Ward on Oct 31, 2015
     | 5,918 views

    From Paul's experience in Corinth, we find 3 keys to persevering through discouragement.

    INTRO: Have you ever felt discouragement in your life as a Christ follower? If you’ve known him for any length of time, like a distance runner, I’ll bet you’ve “hit a wall” of discouragement. You think, “this is never going to work,” or “how long can ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Ken Henson avatar

    Why Jesus Came 1 Timothy 1:12-17 Series

    Contributed by Ken Henson on Jul 22, 2013
    based on 2 ratings
     | 15,970 views

    Like Paul, we all may feel that we are disqualified to this great and noble and wonderful task. Yet God has counted us worthy to be His witnesses in the world.

    Why Jesus Came 1 Timothy 1:12-17 I received this story by email this week: A Priest was being honoured at his retirement dinner after 25 years in the parish. A leading local politician and member of the congregation was chosen to make the presentation and to give a little speech at the ...read more

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    Denomination: *other