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  • Jerry Flury avatar

    Our Dependence

    Contributed by Jerry Flury on Jul 4, 2010
    based on 8 ratings
     | 8,646 views

    The Word of God teaches us that man can do nothing apart from God. As believers we are to recognize our union with Him and demonstrate our understanding of our dependence in both word and deed.

    Our Dependence John 15:5 The Declaration of Independence states that “all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty, and the pursuit of Happiness.” The words freedom and liberty do ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Logos Prepared The Way Series

    Contributed by Christopher Roberts on Nov 25, 2003
    based on 38 ratings
     | 5,087 views

    Jesus was with God at creation. He was there as a word. At Christmas we celebrate the incarnation of that word. His communication creates a reality and gives us hope for a better future.

    Advent is a time of preparation. We are preparing for the celebration of the birth of the baby Jesus. At the same, we also wait for the Second Coming, waiting for the consummation of God and God’s creation. We are waiting and we are preparing. As we prepare we must enter into dialogue. We have ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Image Is Everything! Series

    Contributed by Ken Pell on Nov 27, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,613 views

    Discover the counter-cultural ethic that Jesus utilized as he ministered and saved the human race.

    Image is Everything! Gospel of Mark 1:32-39 Sermon #2 of “Ten Cultural Myths that Drive America” This is our second sermon in our sermon series, “Ten Cultural Myths that Drive America” from the first six chapters of Mark. Last week we looked at “Might Makes Right” from Mark 1:1-13. We discovered ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    Nothing New Under The Sun?

    Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Jan 3, 2014
     | 7,636 views

    Life apart from God is a death of fathomless despair. Life in Christ is an inextinguishable hope.

    Nothing New Under the Sun? Ecclesiastes 1:8-11 The “Preacher” has just examined the course of “nature” and has come up with a pessimistic conclusion that everything is useless or meaningless. We as Christians who can see above the horizon of the sun to God who has made ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Jesus Among Secular Gods, Part 4 - Killing The Imago Dei: Answering The Questions Of Relativism & Secular Humanism Series

    Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Nov 4, 2019
     | 2,913 views

    Part 4 based on the book by Ravi Zacharias and Vince Vitale: Secular humanism believes we can look to human advancement for justice, peace, and the end of suffering. In sharp contrast, Christianity teaches that the only way for us to truly live is to remove ourselves from the equation.

    Humanism (also known as progressivism) is based on relativism and the idea that human advancement is the solution to injustice, war, and suffering. Like most worldly reasoning or false teachings in the church, there some truth in this reasoning. The Christian and Biblical world-view that God uses ...read more

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    Denomination: Brethren

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    James Put To Death Series

    Contributed by John Lowe on Apr 15, 2017
    based on 3 ratings
     | 8,652 views

    If the apostles remained largely untouched by the persecution that followed Stephen’s death, the situation radically changed when Herod Agrippa assumed rule over Judea. The apostles then became the specific targets of the king’s efforts to suppress the...

    June 5, 2014 By: Tom Lowe Lesson: III.F.1: James Put to Death. (12:1, 2) Scripture (Acts 12:1, 2; KJV) 1 About ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    No Better Sacrifice

    Contributed by Victor Yap on Jan 23, 2018
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,129 views

    Easter

    NO BETTER SACRIFICE (JOHN 10:11-18) https://bible.ryl.hk/web_en Grammar Bible (English) https://bible.ryl.hk/web_Bah Tatabahasa Alkitab (Indonesian) https://bible.ryl.hk/web_Esp Biblia de Gramática (Spanish) https://bible.ryl.hk/web_Tag Gramatika Bibliya (Filipino) https://bible.ryl.hk ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Jewish Leaders Series

    Contributed by Davon Huss on Mar 14, 2016
     | 4,362 views

    Let's talk about the what, why, and how of envy (The "How" is from Ray Fowler at: http://www.rayfowler.org/sermons/lord-i-have-a-problem/dealing-with-envy/)

    HoHum: The devil was once crossing the Libyan Desert, and he came upon a spot where a number of small devils were tormenting a Christian hermit. The Christian man easily shook off their evil suggestions. The devil watched their failure, and then he stepped forward to give them a lesson. “What ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Weight Of Glory And The Stain Of Blood

    Contributed by Paul Dayao on Aug 21, 2025
     | 112 views

    This sermon explores the Apostle Paul's declaration that he is "pure from the blood of all men" by examining the terrifying weight of spiritual accountability and the costly faithfulness required to have a clear conscience.

    Sermon: The Weight of Glory and the Stain of Blood Text: Acts 20:26 "Wherefore I take you to record this day, that I am pure from the blood of all men." Introduction: The Echo on the Shore Let us travel back in time. Do not picture a polished pulpit or listen for a gentle organ ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Does God Help Those Who Help Themselves? PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 7, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,095 views

    This sermon explores misinterpretations of mainstream beliefs, the importance of mutual aid in Scripture, and the mandate for mercy and mutual support in our lives.

    Welcome, my dear brothers and sisters in Christ. We gather here today, not as strangers or mere acquaintances, but as a family bound together by the love of our Savior. In the sanctuary of God's presence, we find comfort, solace, and wisdom. So, let's prepare our hearts to receive the Word of God ...read more

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    I Am In The Right Place PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 24, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 997 views

    This sermon explores Jesus' divine power and authority to forgive sins and heal, emphasizing the role of faith in overcoming difficulties.

    Welcome, dear brothers and sisters, to another blessed day where we gather under the grace of God, united in faith and love. It is a privilege to be here, to share in the fellowship of believers, to stand in this holy place, to delve into the Word of God together. We are not here by accident, but ...read more

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    It's Best Use

    Contributed by Michael Hollinger on Feb 22, 2007
     | 1,696 views

    Since God made everything good – even sin – our job is less to “avoid bad” than it is to seek the good, and glorify God with it.

    Title: It’s Best Use Text: Romans 1:18-25 FCF: Since God made everything good – even sin – our job is less to “avoid bad” than it is to seek the good, and glorify God with it. Intro: Why, do you suppose, that an all-powerful and all-loving God would let there be sin? If he is both all powerful ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Preacher's Authority Series

    Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Nov 4, 2021
     | 1,613 views

    1) The Authority of the Word (Titus 2:15a), 2) The Authority to Exhort (Titus 2:15b) and 3) The Authority to Rebuke (Titus 2:15c). Using the word of God, it is the command to hear, believe and obey God.

    Titus 2:15. 15 Declare these things; exhort and rebuke with all authority. Let no one disregard you. (ESV) When I grew up in Toronto, I attended the Catholic Church, went to Catholic schools and participated in Catholic service originations. I sought to be faithful to what I thought God desired. I ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    What Do You Know?

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Feb 21, 2020
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,851 views

    Knowing God means that we love the brothers and build them in the Faith.

    “Concerning food offered to idols: we know that ‘all of us possess knowledge.’ This ‘knowledge’ puffs up, but love builds up. If anyone thinks he knows anything, he does not yet know it as he ought to know it. But if anyone loves God, he is known by him.” [1] “I’m as good a Christian as you ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Day Of Reckoning Series

    Contributed by Brad Bailey on Jun 18, 2014
     | 9,477 views

    We’re continuing in our series entitled “AfterLife”… where we’ve looked at the reality of life after death… of eternity with God.

    The Day of Reckoning Series: AfterLife Brad Bailey – May 18, 2014 We’re continuing in our series entitled “AfterLife”… where we’ve looked at the reality of life after death… of eternity with God. Over the past two weeks we heard what God reveals about a ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational