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  • Tim Smith avatar

    Funeral Eulogy

    Contributed by Tim Smith on Feb 9, 2016
    based on 4 ratings
     | 45,573 views

    A funeral focusing on love with a strong opening and closing illustration

    Walter Harris In his book, “The Case for Christ,” Lee Strobel tells of interviewing Professor of Theology and Philosophy Gary Habermas. He asked about the importance of the resurrection for Christians. Professor Habermas began answering the question theologically, but then turned ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Spiritual Treasures Series

    Contributed by Troy Borst on Jan 15, 2001
    based on 171 ratings
     | 10,138 views

    As Satan attacks on all sides, hold the gospel close

    INTRODUCTION… from barna.org 6 out of 10 Americans believe Satan is only a symbol and not real 47 % of Christians believe the same thing 1 out of 4 Christians believe it doesn’t matter what religion you are because all of them are the same and they all lead to God 31% of Christians believe ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Need For Church Revival: Remember

    Contributed by Chuck Brooks on Oct 19, 2020
     | 4,420 views

    The remedy for a dying church is not to give up and close their doors...

    Thom S. Rainer is the president and CEO of LifeWay Christian Resources. He writes on his website, thomrainer.com, “There are certain metrics and issues physicians check when we go to the doctor. They want to check our blood pressure and temperature. They do blood tests to see if there are any ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    (Section 6) Pastors Series

    Contributed by Luther Sexton on Jul 12, 2018
     | 6,689 views

    A close look at the duties and difficulties of being a good pastor.

    PASTORS I. PASTORS Eph 4:11-16 A. Defined 1. Pastor --- a shepherd, one who tends herds or flocks (not merely one who feeds them), is used metaphorically of Christian "pastors" --- Vine's 2. Applied spiritually to Christ a. Great Shepherd Heb. 13:20 of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    God Is Love Series

    Contributed by Gregory Neill on May 31, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,910 views

    Lesson 9 in a series of expository lessons from 1 John

    God is Love I. Introduction A. What is love? 1. An unknown author answered the question in this way. a) Love is silence when your words would hurt. b) Love is patient when your neighbor is hurtful. c) Love is deafness when gossip flows. d) Love is thoughtfulness when others are woeful. e) Love is ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Salvation, Baptism, And The Lord’s Supper

    Contributed by Mark Mitchell on Mar 23, 2015
     | 3,492 views

    Salvation, Baptism, and the Lord's Supper are closely tied together

    Romans 10:9-10 Romans 6:1-11 Matthew 26:26-30 I. Salvation (Romans 10:9-17) A. A genuine faith (Romans 4:13-25) B. An example of genuine faith - (Job 2:9-10) - (Luke 23:42 Then he said to Jesus, “Lord, remember me when you come into your kingdom.) - Story of Charles Templeton losing his ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Man Who Kissed Heavens Door And Went To Hell.

    Contributed by Melvin Shelton on Jun 7, 2004
    based on 25 ratings
     | 7,270 views

    Think how close Judas came but went to hell.

    A man who kissed heavens door and went to hell. Matthew 26: 47 -- 50. 06/06/04 I want to invite you to turn to the gospel of Matthew chapter 26. Today I want to preach a message about a man who kissed heavens door, but went to hell. Think how close to heaven he came, yet he went to hell. Now ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    God's Presence - Seeking God For Himself.

    Contributed by Hannah Pinkstone on Dec 13, 2002
    based on 38 ratings
     | 18,575 views

    God wants us to spend time with him. But do we want to spend time with him? How can we? why should we? Do we come to God on his terms or ours?

    I once told a friend that all I wanted was to be happy in God’s presence. And I guess what I’m saying this morning is as a result of the reply I received. Because I was reminded, that I shouldn’t seek God for my own happiness, I should seek him for himself. Seeking God for himself. (But what ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Final Thoughts

    Contributed by Horace Wimpey on Nov 8, 2014
     | 4,686 views

    In John's final thoughts and instructions as he closes this epistle, we see encouragement to pray for each other, admonishment for sin in our lives and a warning about the future.

    Final Thoughts 1 John 5: 16-21 Intro: Don’t you just love this time of year. The air is brisk and there is a sense of cleanliness in the air this time of year. . Thanksgiving and Christmas are just around the corner. Tis the season to be jolly and happy. . There is another holiday that is ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dan Southern avatar

    Words From The Cross # 3 Series

    Contributed by Dan Southern on Mar 9, 2004
    based on 14 ratings
     | 4,743 views

    This sermon address the topic of how close one is to the cross.

    Title: Words from the Cross Sub Title: Close to the Cross (Affection) Text: John 19: 25- 27 “Father, forgive them for they do not know what they are doing” Luke 23:34 (A word of forgiveness) “Assuredly, I say unto you, today you will be with me in paradise” Luke 23: 39- 43 (A word of ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Nothing Is Impossible Series

    Contributed by Joel Gilbert on Dec 23, 2024
     | 1,129 views

    The God who opened closed wombs is the same God who can cause a virgin to conceive the Son of God, because nothing is impossible with God.

    Luke 1:26–56 ESV In the sixth month the angel Gabriel was sent from God to a city of Galilee named Nazareth, to a virgin betrothed to a man whose name was Joseph, of the house of David. And the virgin’s name was Mary. And he came to her and said, “Greetings, O favored one, the Lord is with you!” ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Men Of God And The God Of Men

    Contributed by Tim Diack on Jun 20, 2011
     | 23,307 views

    What happens when men come face to face with God? This message introduces us to Gideon. God will do great things through Gideon's life but when we first meet him he is a timid farmer. Gideon seems to be anything but hero material. But God looked beyon

    Men of God and the God of Men - Judges 6:11-32 - June 19, 2011 (Father’s Day) How many of you here this morning are familiar with the cartoon strip, “Calvin and Hobbes”? It’s one of my favourites, mostly I think, because of Calvin’s incredible imagination. Now, ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    God's Plumbline Series

    Contributed by Mike Mcguire on Feb 8, 2007
    based on 10 ratings
     | 8,709 views

    The purpose of this sermon is to lay groundwork for a study on The Da Vinci Code or other study of cults.

    GOD’S PLUMB LINE June 25, 2006 a.m. Hillcrest Baptist Church Text: Amos 7:7-9; 1 Corinthians 15:1-4 Purpose: The purpose of this sermon is to lay groundwork for a study on The Da Vinci Code or other study of cults. It is to help members understand the basis for biblical ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Paul Apple avatar

    The Majesty Of God Series

    Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 98 ratings
     | 29,607 views

    WORSHIP THE LORD FOR HIS MAJESTY

    BIG IDEA: WORSHIP THE LORD FOR HIS MAJESTY INTRODUCTION: On March 23, 1743, when "The Messiah" was first performed in London, the king was present in the great audience. When the majesty of the Lord was proclaimed by the words of the Hallelujah Chorus, "For the Lord God omnipotent reigneth", ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    God's Funnel Series

    Contributed by Tim Patrick on Aug 14, 2007
     | 8,105 views

    Discover the qualities God uses and the blessings He shares with the person who is willing to be a funnel of His blessings.

    As I gave my Forward With Faith testimony (This testimony was given at the kick off of a capital funds campaign.) a few minutes ago I closed by saying, it is exciting to step out in faith “and watch our gracious God bless our faith efforts.” God’s desire for our lives is that we be a funnel of His ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist