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  • Derrick Tuper avatar

    Living An Abundant Life

    Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Aug 11, 2014
     | 28,324 views

    One might think living an abundant life would be about having a surplus of money, things, power, etc. But the abundant life that Jesus promises in John 10:10 is not about that. Let's see what living an abundant life in Christ is all about.

    LIVING AN ABUNDANT LIFE 1) Jesus came to offer us the fullness of life. John 10:10, “The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy; I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full.” Jesus starts out by talking about the thief-who is Satan. And Jesus reveals what Satan ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    What Makes The Bible Different? Series

    Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Aug 12, 2014
     | 5,432 views

    The writer of Hebrews was concerned that his audience see the importance of the Word of God. When God speaks (through His Written Word or through the Living Word) it is different from the words spoken of men.

    What Makes The Bible Different? Hebrews Series 4.12,13 March 19, 2014 * Chester FBC, Chester, IL * Dr. Mike Fogerson, Speaker Introduction: A The writer of Hebrews was concerned that his audience see the importance of the Word of God. 1 Most of the words the author wrote in the first four chapters ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Redeemed

    Contributed by Rev. Randy Barker on Aug 19, 2014
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     | 7,849 views

    Redeemed

    Due to the large amount of sermons and topics that appear on this site I feel it is necessary to post this disclaimer on all sermons posted. my sermon ideas and illustrations are often taken from many sources including those at Sermoncentral.com, there could be instances where other ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    Praying Like Jesus

    Contributed by John Lowe on Aug 20, 2014
     | 5,429 views

    "Our Father" I find it interesting here that Jesus would teach us this phrase because Jesus Himself never uses that phrase."In heaven" Jesus reminds us here that we are not approaching an earthly father that is limited in his capabilities or his presence.

    11-11-04 PRAYING LIKE JESUS/Ten Principles Of Prayer Luke 11:1-11:13 Have you ever thought about your prayer life? Have you ever examined it and wished that you could be better at communicating with God? Have you ever just felt ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Will God Send People To Hell? Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Aug 24, 2014
    based on 24 ratings
     | 25,721 views

    There are many people who are uncomfortable with the idea that God sends people to hell. Does He? And if He does, what kind of people does He send there?

    OPEN: Calvin Coolidge was known for his dry wit and the fact that virtually nothing seemed to upset him or disturb him. Before Coolidge became President of the United States, he was a senator in the Massachusetts State Senate. Apparently one of Coolidge’s responsibilities was to decide which ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Worthy Is The Lamb

    Contributed by Glenn Dale Pease on Aug 29, 2014
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     | 8,527 views

    Rev. 5 is the worthy chapter of the book. Out of 7 uses of the word in Revelation, 4 of them are here in this chapter, and they all refer to Jesus as the Lamb of God who died for the salvation of a lost world.

    WORTHY IS THE LAMB Based on Rev. 5:1-14 By Pastor Glenn Pease Colonel John Howard was ordered to retreat in the Revolutionary War. But as he did, the British started to charge, and he decided to surprise them. He ordered his men to attack. They did and won a smashing victory for which he ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Beware Of The Leaven Of The Pharisees Series

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Sep 5, 2014
    based on 4 ratings
     | 11,621 views

    In Luke 12:1-3 Jesus warns us that spiritual hypocrisy is a sin that will be exposed.

    Scripture Jesus had completed his ministry in Galilee and was on his way to Jerusalem during the final few months of his life before his crucifixion. During this time Jesus gave his followers some very important teaching regarding discipleship. Commentator William Barclay says, “When we read ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Telling It Out Loud Series

    Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Sep 10, 2014
     | 5,375 views

    In the Incarnation, Jesus, God in the flesh, becomes one of us.

    Telling It Out Loud Text: John 1:14-18 Introduction 1. When we were pastoring in Yellville, AR I met a group of Christians from another church in town. They were wonderful people but from time to time they would say things that just didn't set well with me. One day one of them said to me, "We ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    What A Friend We Have In Jesus

    Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Sep 14, 2014
     | 10,967 views

    A Friends Day sermon targeted to the lost and backslidden.

    What a Friend We Have in Jesus Friends Day Sermon Chuck Sligh September 14, 2014 TEXT: John 15:15 – “Henceforth I call you not servants; for the servant knoweth not what his lord doeth: but I have called you friends; for all things that I have heard of my Father I have made known unto ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Lord Today, His First Coming And His Second Coming

    Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Sep 14, 2014
     | 4,394 views

    To show that we need to learn and experience the LORD while it is called Today, and we will be included in His Second Coming to reign and rule with Him.

    I. EXORDIUM: Are you growing in your knowledge of the LORD today? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that we need to learn and experience the LORD while it is called Today, and we will be included in His Second Coming to reign and rule with Him. IV. TEXT: Hosea 6:3 ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    It's Only Words Series

    Contributed by Larry Turner on Sep 14, 2014
     | 9,061 views

    This sermon deals with our words showing our wisdom or lack of

    Today, we are going to conclude our series on wisdom. I am going to conclude with wisdom of controlling our words. Because what we say can reflect on how wise we really are. Since we are down here in the South I thought I might give you some good Redneck Wisdom. If any of them speak to your ...read more

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    Denomination: Foursquare

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    Repentance Demanded Series

    Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Sep 15, 2014
    based on 4 ratings
     | 11,856 views

    Jesus here teaches us the urgency of repentance. Death is the common denominator for everyone. Only repentance can bring life to people.

    LUKE 13:1--9 [PARABLES IN LUKE] REPENTANCE DEMANDED [Deuteronomy 13:12-18 / Isaiah 1:15-19] A mixture of thoughts and emotions swept over me when I heard that a plane had crashed near Pittsburgh, killing everyone aboard. I felt numb. So many people were suddenly ushered into eternity. I ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Job Series

    Contributed by David Lodwig on Jan 5, 2016
     | 8,156 views

    Once we learn to have a Godly work ethic, we can help balance our lives.

    INTRO • How many of you still remember the playground at your elementary school? o I am a proud product of Sarah J. Anderson Elementary in Vancouver, WA. o We had an awesome playground. o True story: • Getting tooth stuck in head… o Once I recovered from that ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Bart Price avatar

    The Definition Of A Disciple Series

    Contributed by Bart Price on Jan 8, 2016
     | 6,871 views

    The beginning of a 10-week look at how we can and should fulfill Jesus' Great Commission from Matthew 28:19-20.

    Turn over to Matthew 28. This passage might be pretty familiar to you, but that’s ok. When you get to Matthew 28, we’ll read verses 19-20. Pay attention to this passage…as it lays the foundation for what we’re studying today. Let’s read our passage for ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    John- Believe In Jesus And Live!-Part 8- " The Way" Series

    Contributed by Randy Edwards on Jan 11, 2016
     | 5,083 views

    Part 8 of John- Believe in Jesus and live, John 14

    John – Believe in Jesus and live Part 8 “The Way” A few years ago I went to Zambia on a mission trip I have told some of you bits and pieces about our time there We spent several days in a village in the bush called Chongwe village And while there we made some lifetime ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist