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    A Disciple Series

    Contributed by Todd Leupold on May 18, 2010
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     | 7,132 views

    What if, literally, you or I had been there first-hand, up-close and personal? Would it change our understanding? Perspective? Convictions? Priorities? Lives? What if, we were there as one of His disciples?

    A DISCIPLE 2nd in Series: “What If YOU Were There?” Perth Bible Church, March 28, 2010 AM Service Rev. Todd G. Leupold INTRODUCTION: The Passion is not just about Jesus, His disciples, or the people living in Jerusalem 2,000 years ago. It is every bit as much about you and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Rekindle The Desire Series

    Contributed by Adam Deibert on May 7, 2004
    based on 45 ratings
     | 10,718 views

    The church of Ephesus shows us that doctrinal soundness and evangelistic zeal do not replace the need for a love relationship with Jesus.

    This morning marks the start of a series of seven sermons in which we will examine the seven churches of Asia Minor, which are found in the book of Revelation. As Adventists, I believe that we have a solid grasp of the prophetic interpretations of the messages of Daniel and Revelation, but I also ...read more

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    Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

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    Dimly Seeing God's Glory Series

    Contributed by Bobby Stults on Jan 27, 2011
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     | 5,205 views

    In our study tonight Jesus is drawing to a close His teaching for His disciples. The hour is at hand and His arrest is in the very near future! The disciples have a sense that something is going on, but their spiritual perception is dim and limited.

    31 "Simon, Simon, behold, Satan demanded to have you, that he might sift you like wheat, 32 but I have prayed for you that your faith may not fail. And when you have turned again, strengthen your brothers." 33 Peter said to Him, "Lord, I am ready to go with You both to prison and to death." 34 ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Face To Face PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 27, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,304 views

    Explore the hope, necessity, and blessing of meeting Christ face to face, emphasizing the importance of our personal relationship with Him.

    Hey there, friends and family! Today we're going to be diving deep into the heart of 1 Corinthians 13:12. This verse says, "For now we see only a reflection as in a mirror; then we shall see face to face. Now I know in part; then I shall know fully, even as I am fully known." We're going to unpack ...read more

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    Getting To Heaven Is Not That Hard. . . Or Is It?

    Contributed by John Lowe on Oct 21, 2015
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    Heaven is the most interesting and exciting place in the entire universe. We will be exploring and having adventures. Nothing we now know even comes close. No possession can compete with possessing heaven. No trip can compare with going there.

    6 September 2005 Getting to Heaven is Not That Hard. . . Or is It? Matthew 13:44-13:46 It was only a nickel, but the owner was able to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Holy Spirit - Part 7 Of 9 Series

    Contributed by Sam Mccormick on Jul 5, 2017
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     | 9,846 views

    Continuation of the ministries of the Holy Spirit, examination of the relationship of the Holy Spirit and the scriptures, and blasphemy against the Holy Spirit

    THE HOLY SPIRIT This nine-part series was originally developed for a class environment, and later adapted for use in a prison ministry conducted via correspondence. Because of that background, questions were developed for each lesson for participants to use in a setting conducive to discussion, or ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Keeping In Step With The Spirit PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 2, 2024
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     | 1,046 views

    This sermon explores surrendering to the Spirit, stepping into sanctification, and shunning selfish desires to deepen our relationship with God.

    Good morning, dear church family. As we gather here today, let's pause for a moment, feeling the warmth of the fellowship that surrounds us, the shared love we have for our Savior, and the unity we find in our faith. Today, we stand on the precipice of a profound truth, a truth that has the power ...read more

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    Commandments For Living With Humanity PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 5, 2024
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     | 480 views

    Emphasizes the importance of living a life guided by God's commandments, fostering respect, honesty, and harmony in our relationships.

    Beloved brothers and sisters in Christ, we gather here today under the banner of God's love, a love so profound, so encompassing, that it has the power to change hearts, alter destinies, and heal the deepest wounds. We are here to immerse ourselves in the teachings of our Lord, to seek wisdom and ...read more

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    Breaking Barriers Youth Sermon

    Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 5, 2023
    based on 4 ratings
     | 1,477 views

    Jesus brings peace and unites divided groups. Through Christ, we can reconcile any broken relationship.

    Today, we're gonna talk about smashing walls and fixing broken friendships. When we do this, we find a peace and unity that's out of this world. So, as bridge builders, we gotta do something. In Ephesians, Paul talks about the beef between Jews and Gentiles and how Jesus fixed it all on the cross. ...read more

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    The Cross - The Answer To Isolation Series

    Contributed by Chris Appleby on Feb 20, 2015
     | 5,480 views

    Despite the many ways we have of connecting you’ll still find that many people today feel a deep sense of isolation. But the primary result of the fall wasn’t a breakdown in our relationship with each other, it was a breakdown in our relationship with God

    Part of a series based on The Cross of Christ by Dr Leon Morris You may have seen any of the countless programs about the sinking of the Titanic over the past few weeks. One of the things I find interesting about the sinking of the Titanic is that when they wanted to call for help all they had was ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    The Last Laugh Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Oct 6, 2019
    based on 4 ratings
     | 14,938 views

    Why did Sarah laugh? And what does her laughter tell us about our relationship with God?

    OPEN: Dr. Short (one of the men who teaches Sunday School here) loves to share short puns in his classes… and I’m jealous so I decided to share a few of my own with memes. #1 - squirrel spreading his arms heavenward “I tried to come up with a squirrel pun, but everything I thought of was ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Psalm Of The Cross Series

    Contributed by Rick Crandall on Jun 28, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,789 views

    Here we see Jesus: 1. Wondering about injustice (1-3). 2. In a wondrous relationship with the Father (9-10). 3. Willing to suffer (4-8 & 11-18). 4. Winning the victory (19-22). 5. Worthy of our praise (23-26). 6. Ruling the world forever (27-31).

    Summer Psalms #2 - The Psalm of the Cross Psalm 22:1-31 Sermon by Rick Crandall McClendon Baptist Church - June 3, 2009 (Revised for Grayson Baptist Church - Oct. 16, 2011) *Charles Spurgeon tells us that “this is beyond all others The Psalm of the Cross. It may have been actually repeated word ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Boy With Two Moms.

    Contributed by Thomas Bowen on Jan 15, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,700 views

    Mother's Day - Moses had two moms with two different expirences. Men on the outside looking in to the relationship.

    The boy with two moms. Let me start off our time together with a simple illustration of a man’s perspective. This is a JOKE…I thought it was just a tiny bit funny…I also thought it was a uncomfortably true illustration of some extremely rare and perhaps even extinct ...read more

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    Denomination: Congregational

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    Attitudes

    Contributed by Gerry Pratt on May 25, 2002
    based on 55 ratings
     | 14,154 views

    The attitudes which Christians display towards their fellow man will have a great bearing on our relationship to God.

    Webster defines attitude as: 1. A manner of acting, feeling, or thinking that shows one’s disposition, opinion, etc.. A. Our attitudes may be socially acceptable and good, or they may send very strong warnings to every- one around that we reject what others think or ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    What, Me Holy? Series

    Contributed by Byron Harvey on Feb 5, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,543 views

    Taken from Ephesians 1, this series delves into the riches that we know through our relationship with Christ.

    After 13 years, I feel it’s time to come clean, to be vulnerable, to share some deep secrets with this congregation. So here goes: • My first childhood crush was Agent 99. • The first time I was on a TV game show was when I was in 6th grade—but it wasn’t the last. • My nickname in high school was ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free