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  • John Gullick avatar

    Darkness Then Liberation On Good Friday.

    Contributed by John Gullick on Apr 22, 2003
    based on 70 ratings
     | 6,953 views

    A sermon that considers the three hours of darkness at easter and the liberation that follows. Closes with a story from Sermon Central resources.

    Just a few days ago the city of Baghdad was plunged into darkness - the wailing of bombs and sirens was followed a complete blackout of the city - hospitals - homes and army posts alike were dependent on the moon - candles and the flash of light from fearful bombs. At that point in the war that it ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Jesus Loves Me-Story Through Song

    Contributed by Jonwesley Barnhill on Aug 8, 2002
    based on 27 ratings
     | 7,076 views

    Written for closing night of VBS as a full yet simple representation of the Gospel, aimed at 7 to 10 year olds.

    I. Introduction A. I want to talk to you today about something very special. 1. Think of the greatest gift you were ever given. a. (Allow for a few children to offer suggestions.) 2. I want to tell you today about a gift that is even better than any of those. II. Jesus Loves Me (first verse) A. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Help!

    Contributed by Ron Hicks on Sep 7, 2005
    based on 39 ratings
     | 8,715 views

    Our ability to help is limited by time, and resources but Christ is as close as the mention of His name, with everything you need.

    HELP Ps 46:1 46:1 God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble. What is it that each and everyone of need right now more than anything? Is it money? Is it the accumulation of more things? ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Sustained By Prayer Series

    Contributed by Tim Vamosi on Jan 4, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,107 views

    - of all the great themes that are included in this book – Paul chooses to close this wonderful letter by addressing the topic of prayer

    “Sustained By Prayer” Ephesians 6:18-24 OPEN: This morning we come again to the 6th chapter of Ephesians, and for the last time because we’re going to be finishing our study of this marvelous book this morning. This is I think the 37th message on the book of Ephesians – ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Works Of God

    Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Jul 31, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,551 views

    To experience the fullness of the Christian life, one must have a close, personal relationship with Christ Jesus, the Bread of Life.

    John 6: 24 – 35 / Works of God Intro: The young couple was out for a walk when the decided to sit on a part bench and rest. After a long pause, she asked, “Do you think my eyes are like stars?” “Yeah,” he replied. “And do you think my teeth are like pearls?” she continued. “Yeah,” he said. ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Integrity Series

    Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Apr 30, 2012
    based on 4 ratings
     | 12,283 views

    Integrity is a quality closely associated with wisdom, righteous living, and character. People of integrity are good ambassadors for our Lord!

    Integrity (Proverbs 20: 9-14) 1. One gals tells this story: It was a sunny Saturday afternoon in Oklahoma City. My friend, a proud father named Bobby, was taking his two little boys to play miniature golf. He walked up to the fellow at the ticket counter and said, "How much is it to get in?" The ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    The Covenant With Abraham Series

    Contributed by Ken Mckinley on May 18, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,911 views

    Number 27 in our series on Genesis. In this sermon we examine more closely the covenant God made with Abraham.

    The Covenant with Abraham (Genesis part 27) Text: Genesis 15:1 – 21 By: Ken McKinley Well, for the last few Sunday’s we’ve been talking about Abraham, and we’ve been looking at how he has grown in his faith and in his walk with the Lord. We’ve seen him act in faith ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Enoch’s Story Series

    Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Aug 31, 2011
    based on 5 ratings
     | 17,127 views

    Enoch was a man who walked so closely with the Lord that one day they just walked off together to Heaven.

    Enoch’s Story! Thesis: Enoch was a man who walked so closely with the Lord that one day they just walked off together to Heaven. Series: BC Justice League Introduction to series: Opening thoughts to the series - “BC justice league” – God’s biblical super heroes before Christ. Over the last few ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Journey To The Heart Of The Earth Series

    Contributed by Amy Bickel on Jun 8, 2007
    based on 14 ratings
     | 7,939 views

    Part 4 in the series There Is Power In the Blood. Takes a close look at what happened after Jesus’ death and resurrection.

    There Is Power In The Blood – Part 4 A Journey to the Heart of the Earth Today we have reached the end of our Bible study on There is Power in the Blood. We started our journey in heaven with the first sin and the defilement of the heavenly temple. We looked at what it takes to forgive and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Can The Community Depend On Shipps Baptist Church?

    Contributed by Mickey Bell on Jun 14, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,987 views

    If we were to close our church doors today, would the community even know we were gone?

    Can the Community Depend on Shipps Baptist? Jonah 1:4-6 Not too long ago, I read a statement I have not been able to get off my mind ever since. You may recall it and then again maybe it didn’t sink in to your mind. Here’s the statement: If Shipps Baptist Church were to close its doors tonight, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Baptism

    Contributed by David Henderson on Mar 19, 2015
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,204 views

    In this message I brought all the children up close to the baptistery and allowed them to witness a baptism. Very effective.

    This morning I want to invite all of the children 6th grade and younger to come and stand right up here. Because I want to talk to you today about baptism. Most of you have seen someone get baptized before but you probably haven’t seen it this close up. And I think the best way for me to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Generous With Our Prayers Series

    Contributed by Lynn Malone on Jul 25, 2017
    based on 1 rating
     | 9,553 views

    Discipleship and Stewardship are so closely related as to be indistinguishable. We are called to be as generous with our prayers as with our money or service.

    A young man went into a drugstore to buy 3 boxes of chocolate: small, medium, and large. When the pharmacist asked him about the three boxes, he said, “Well, I am going over to my new girlfriend's house tonight for supper. Then, we are going out for the evening. If she only lets me hold her hand, ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    John 17:24-26 'jesus Desires' Series

    Contributed by Aubrey Vaughan on Oct 19, 2012
     | 18,496 views

    In the closing of His High Priestly Prayer, Jesus shares His desires, with the Father for those who believe in Him.

    John 17:24- 26' I Desire'. What is your desire today? Your desires will tell you a lot about yourself, & your relationship with God. We all desire something, but the question we need to ask ourselves , ‘are those desires of mine, are they in line with Gods will for me? ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Seeing The Unseeable

    Contributed by Donnie De Loney on Apr 19, 2014
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,660 views

    You have to stay close to God's man-Go farther than everybody else and Go in God's direction.

    SEEING THE UNSEEABLE 1 Kings 19:19-21 -- ll Kings 2:9-14 Illust: years ago a quarterback at the University of Alabama ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    22 Years Of Benefits

    Contributed by Chuck Brooks on Aug 20, 2020
     | 3,209 views

    This is one of the last sermons Pastor Chuck Brooks preached before the doors of GraceWay Church were closed.

    The psalmist says, “Blessed be the Lord, Who daily loads us with benefits, The God of our salvation! Selah” (Psalm 68:19 NKJV) Another psalm provides us with this word of blessing to the Lord: Bless the LORD, O my soul, And forget not all His benefits: Who forgives all your iniquities, Who ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible