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  • Ron Ferguson avatar

    The Book Of Galatians – Chapter 4:6-7 Message 12 – The Greatness And Wonder Of Being Made Adopted Sons And Heirs In Christ - Part 1 Series

    Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Apr 13, 2024
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    What a glorious message it is that we who are destitute and poverty-stricken in God’s sight, can be chosen to become SONS OF GOD and HEIRS and JOINT HEIRS with Christ. We have been adopted into the Father’s family. All this is thorough Calvary. What wonderful blessings!

    THE BOOK OF GALATIANS – CHAPTER 4:6-7 MESSAGE 12 – THE GREATNESS AND WONDER OF BEING MADE ADOPTED SONS AND HEIRS IN CHRIST - PART 1 [A]. SOME REVISION In the last message we looked at Galatians 4:5 in order that He might redeem those who were under the Law, that we might receive the adoption ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Made Alive.

    Contributed by Howard Strickland on Apr 13, 2024
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    The famous Baptist pastor D.L. Moody used to say, “Some day, you will read in the papers that D.L. Moody of East Northfield is dead. Don’t believe a word of it! At that moment I shall be more alive than I am now!”

    Made Alive. Ephesians 2:1-22NIV The book of Ephesians was written some 70AD. The apostle Paul wrote this book from prison. What would make a man go to such extremes? -Paul had been made alive! He had a Damascus Road experience. -When you are made alive, ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Ajai Prakash avatar

    Strong Foundation

    Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Apr 24, 2024
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    How are you doing individually? Are you exhibiting unity with the Christians you know? Do you have a genuine love for the brethren -- including the brothers and sisters we have around the world, in different cultures and countries?

    Opening illustration: A young African refugee who goes by the name of Steven is a man without a country. He thinks he may have been born in Mozambique or Zimbabwe. But he never knew his father and lost his mother. She fled civil war, traveling country to country as a street vendor. Without ID and ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Fourth Sunday In Advent (B C P). Series

    Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Dec 2, 2024
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     | 665 views

    Sermons upon the Bible Readings of the Book of Common Prayer.

    Psalm 145:17-21, Isaiah 40:1-9, Philippians 4:4-7, John 1:19-28 A). THE NEARNESS OF THE LORD. Psalm 145:17-21. Our trust in the LORD is not based in our ability to believe, but in His perfections. He is righteous in all His ways: He is just. He is kind in all He does: He is holy (Psalm ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • James Jackson avatar

    #35. Who Stands In The Breach? Series

    Contributed by James Jackson on Sep 3, 2023
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    Ezekiel 22:30 has been the theme verse for lots of men's ministries. It is definitely compelling to think we might be the man God is looking for to stand in the gap. But the truth is, we are missing the point.

    Who Stands in the Breach? Ezekiel 22: 23-31, 2 Kings 25:1-4 Good morning! Please turn in your Bibles to Ezekiel 22:23. Page 664 in the pew Bibles. On October 4, 1997, me and about a dozen men from the church I was serving at the time jumped on a bus at about 2 in the morning and drove 400 miles ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Just In Time

    Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Sep 13, 2023
     | 797 views

    This parable teaches us to keep our eyes focused on the hope that is to come.

    Cub Hannah, of Swamp Branch KY, was a mean drunk. And he was both mean and drunk on June 11, 1999, when he took a machete to his brother in law, Sam Lugar, out in Lugar's front yard... [and nearly severed his] little finger. Johnson County sheriff's deputies ...interviewed six witnesses and ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Ajai Prakash avatar

    Signs Of Christ’s Return Series

    Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Feb 4, 2010
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    We know that Christ’s return is imminent. The Bible contains prophecies that could not have been fulfilled until this generation. It’s encouraging to think that we appear to be living in the generation that will ultimately witness the most important and e

    Opening illustration: video on ‘Signs of the second coming of Christ’ Introduction: Shortly before His crucifixion and resurrection, Jesus Christ delivered a major prophecy of end-time events, recorded in Matthew 24, Mark 13 and Luke 21. He was asked by His disciples: “When will these things be? ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    1 Hope Series

    Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Jan 27, 2013
     | 4,176 views

    Believers in Christ have “1 Hope” for we await: 1) A New Home (Philippians 3:20) and 2) A New Body (Philippians 3:21)

    Philippians 3:14-21. 14 I press on toward the goal for the prize of the upward call of God in Christ Jesus. 15 Let those of us who are mature think this way, and if in anything you think otherwise, God will reveal that also to you. 16 Only let us hold true to what we have attained. 17 Brothers, ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    Moving On Without Jesus

    Contributed by Paul Decker on Jun 6, 2002
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     | 7,224 views

    We are meant to have Jesus in our lives.

    MOVING ON WITHOUT JESUS John 6:14-21 S: The Presence of Jesus Th: Prayer: A Passion for His Presence Pr: WE ARE MEANT TO HAVE JESUS IN OUR LIVES. ?: Inductive KW: Stages TS: In our text today, we will reveal five stages during the event of Jesus walking on the water. The _____ stage ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Michael Hollinger avatar

    Who Are You

    Contributed by Michael Hollinger on Feb 21, 2006
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    Our identity must be in Christ, and no where else.

    Intro: <READ text> Today of all days, Super bowl Sunday, you can imagine the plight of the poor town of Washington, PA. Just a few miles south of Pittsburgh, it is doubtful that you will find too many fans of the Seattle Seahawks fans. And yet, for this town of about 15,000, they don’t want you to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Evie Megginson avatar

    A Willingness To Please God

    Contributed by Evie Megginson on Aug 7, 2004
    based on 41 ratings
     | 13,034 views

    WE SEE IN THIS SERMON, THE I WILL OF CONFIDENCE,THE I WILL OF CLOSENESS, THE I WILL OF COMPASSION, THE I WILL OF COMPLAINCE, THE I WILL OF CONSECRATION, THE I WILL OF CELEBRATION,AND THE I WILL OF CONDUCT.

    A WILLINGNESS TO PLEASE GOD Psalms 9:1-2 The Webster’s New Dictionary give the following definition of the word, WILL: A desire, or willingness;a determinatiom;controling one’s action;an act. We all have a will, and God’s desire is that we exercise it toward Him, making us Christ-like. Dr. Bob ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Steven Chapman avatar

    Putting Your Faith On The Line

    Contributed by Steven Chapman on Jun 17, 2005
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     | 4,908 views

    Jesus’ spiritual battle at Gethsemane is an inspiration struggle for those times when our faith gets put on the line.

    Putting Your Faith on the Line Mark 14:32-42 The Battle of France was over. The Battle of Britain was imminent. On June 18, 1940, Winston Churchill spoke those immortal words that have echoed through the last 60 years. I expect that the Battle of Britain is about to begin. Upon this battle ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    How To Get Up When You Are Down!

    Contributed by John Putty on Apr 16, 2011
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    A message dealing with depression. Is it Biblical? Can believers be depressed? What can we do if we become depressed?

    Title: How to get up when you are down! Text: Psalms 42 Intro: Do you ever feel like Charlie Brown? You know what I'm talking about,‑when nothing ever goes right. In fact, everything is out of control! Even your dog tells you what to do! Charlie Brown goes to kick the football while ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Byron Sherman avatar

    Preparing Your World To Meet Jesus-5 Series

    Contributed by Byron Sherman on Jan 27, 2009
     | 2,815 views

    Jesus’ ministry expansion began with a mission briefing. What must a mission briefing cover to prepare the world to meet Jesus? 22 principles to prepare your world for Jesus. Part 5 of a 5-part sermon.

    PREPARING YOUR WORLD TO MEET JESUS-V—Luke 10:1-16 Need: It takes much more than one ‘lone wolf’ to bring down the prey. A lot of basic Christian tenets in this section! Jesus ministry expansion began with a mission briefing. Preparing your world to meet Jesus requires mission briefing. What ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Paul's Prayer For His Converts Series

    Contributed by Chris Appleby on Mar 9, 2009
     | 3,850 views

    Paul reminds his converts that the mystery of God, that we’re to show God’s glory through our unity under Christ has been revealed in the gospel, then prays that the power of God might be given to the church so they can achieve that end.

    Have you noticed how the more you want something the more likely you are to pray for it? And to pray for it consistently. That means if you want to know what someone is really passionate about see what they pray for regularly. Well Paul is about to let us in on the great desire of his heart. He’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican