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  • Brian Bill avatar

    The Forgotten Family Tree Series

    Contributed by Brian Bill on Dec 14, 2004
    based on 44 ratings
     | 19,615 views

    This morning we’re going to look at a list in Matthew 1 that contains over 40 names, some who were “darlings” and many others who were “disasters.”

    The manager of a large office noticed a new employee and asked, “What’s your name?” The worker replied, “John.” The manager scowled and said, “Look, I don’t know where you worked before, but I don’t call anyone by their first name. It breeds familiarity and that leads to a breakdown in authority. I ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • David Smith avatar

    Genesis 25:19-34 (Jacob & Esau)

    Contributed by David Smith on Nov 19, 2007
    based on 14 ratings
     | 23,394 views

    In a world marked by violence, the ancient story of Jacob and Esau reminds us that conflict has always been a part of the way God deals with his people, and it contains with...

    We gather together today in the wake of the terrible terrorist attacks in London - violence that I suspect has left none of us unaffected. Tony Blair said, “They will never succeed in destroying what we hold dear” , and it’s hard not to admire his resilience, even though we recognise, I think, ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

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    Eternal Investments Series

    Contributed by Gary Stebbins on Jun 14, 2009
     | 4,973 views

    Haggai is a book with an end-time message, but it contains eternal truths that we can apply to our lives today. The church must develop an end-time, Kingdom perspective.

    International Panic Day We live in a very interesting time in history. With all the bad news- it is easy to grow fearful. Take heart- June 18 is International Panic Day … day for everyone to be worried/concerned, license for you to have- meltdown- putting off. Phil 4:6-7 Be anxious for ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    Eternal Perspective Series

    Contributed by Gary Stebbins on Jun 23, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,432 views

    Haggai is a book with an end-time message, but it contains eternal truths that we can apply to our lives today. The church must develop an end-time, Kingdom perspective.

    Introduction 2nd part of a two week series on Haggai. Haggai- book w/end time message, but it contains eternal truths we can apply to our lives today. Last week- looked at- importance of making Eternal Investments-how can we invest in God’s Kingdom Today talk about- importance of having an ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    The Time Traveller: Chapter 1 Series

    Contributed by Michael Buckingham on Oct 20, 2011
    based on 3 ratings
     | 3,423 views

    A series of sermons about a time traveller, these sermons will mostly take the form of a fictional narrative which will contain strong historical and eschatological (The Study of End Times) facts.

    The Time Traveller Chapter 1 Today we start a series of sermons about a time traveller, these sermons will mostly take the form of a fictional narrative which will contain strong historical and eschatological (The Study of End Times) facts. So without further ado, let us begin our narrative. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    When The Transformer Reigneth

    Contributed by Terry Laughlin on Jun 20, 2014
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,575 views

    What are some signs that the Holy Spirit Reigneth in our lives? This message is not a complete teaching on the Holy Spirit-filled life, but contains foundational truths to walking instep with the Lord.

    Title: When the Transformer Reigneth Theme: Evidences of a Holy Spirit Led Life Introduction: What do you think of when you hear the word "reign" or as the Old King James language would say, "reigneth?" I took time to look up the word reign in the dictionary. When used as a noun it means, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Upright Trouble Of An Upside-Down World Series

    Contributed by Ovidiu Radulescu on Jan 22, 2015
    based on 7 ratings
     | 7,999 views

    Some romance, some violence, a lot of action and has a plot that contains more twists than Downton Abbey. The main characteristics of the story of Esther in one word is REVERSAL...

    I don’t like sweets, this is one unfortunate handicap for a pastor. While visiting people, I found myself in a difficult position: somewhere between accepting that sweet treat, a piece of cake or sugary dink and force myself to swallow. Or to refuse and look like a health freek more ...read more

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    Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

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    John Chapter 3 Part 1 Series

    Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Nov 12, 2013
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,062 views

    Nicodemus. The first three verses of this chapter contain a surprising exchange between Nicodemus and Jesus. It is almost as if they are having completely different conversations. What is this all leading up to???

    John 3:1-15 “Now there was a Pharisee, a man named Nicodemus who was a member of the Jewish ruling council. He came to Jesus at night and said, “Rabbi, we know that you are a teacher who has come from God. For no one could perform the signs you are doing if God were not with ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

  • Ian Hyde avatar

    A Light In The Darkness

    Contributed by Ian Hyde on Mar 29, 2019
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,748 views

    The beautiful truth of Christ's mission is that God was not just content to contain darkness or to hold it at bay for a while. Instead, he pierced the heart of it and conquered it on our behalf.

    INTRODUCTION The passage just read is probably one of my favorite Christmas passages from one of my favorite books of the Bible. In fact, it is one of the reasons Isaiah has sometimes been called the “fifth gospel”, because between this, 7:14, 11:1-9, and chapter 53, we have an almost complete ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

  • Grant Adams avatar

    God's Abundant Supply

    Contributed by Grant Adams on Jun 29, 2021
     | 4,103 views

    This is a great promise. This promise contains, “assurance and rest.” These people gave to meet Paul’s needs, Paul reminded them God would always fully provide for their needs.

    1. Spiritual needs: Romans 18:16-17; Ephesians 1:3; Colossians 1:9 2. Material needs: Matthew 6:25-34 Philippians 4:19; gathers up all the promises in God’s word that guarantee His abundant provision. Deuteronomy 2:7; Psalm 23:1; 34:10; 37:25; Malachi 3:10; 2 Corinthians 9:8. Let’s look at the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Be Strong & Courageous

    Contributed by Joshua Blackmon on Feb 19, 2022
     | 5,762 views

    Joshua 1 contains God's charge to Joshua to be courageous, meditate on the words of the covenant that He has made with Israel, and the Promise of His Presence in His life.

    Be Strong & Courageous Introduction The Scriptures are filled with comforting words that encourage us to do these things and embrace what God has for us. Joshua 1:1-18 ESV The book of Joshua is an account of God keeping His Promise to Abraham of giving his descendants that land of Canaan for ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • D. Dewaine Phillips avatar

    Explanation Of Spiritual Gifts Series

    Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Jan 29, 2024
    based on 2 ratings
     | 2,309 views

    Session 3: This upload, which is a supplement to Session 2, contains an explanation of all the spiritual gifts, along with examples of where each gift can be used in the life of the church.

    The Gift of Administration (Exodus 18:20-22) The Holy Spirit enables some of us to motivate, direct and inspire God's people in such a way that they voluntarily and harmoniously work together to do the Church's work effectively. To exercise the gift of administration is to assume oversight ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Ron Ferguson avatar

    Parables Of The Kingdom – The First - The Sower Or Rather The Soil – Part 5 Of 7 Series

    Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Aug 1, 2025
     | 286 views

    This time we see the fertile, good soil as the Sower broadcast his seed. This is what everyone wants. Also we see the obligations of sowers, the care of the seed, and how this relates to the gospel. We must never handle the bible deceitfully.

    PARABLES OF THE KINGDOM – THE FIRST - THE SOWER OR RATHER THE SOIL – Part 5 of 7 So far we have covered the first three soils in the Parable of the Sower and in this message we come to the last one. The outcome here is what everyone wants to happen in preaching the gospel, but experience and the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Mercy Seat

    Contributed by Dan Farrell on Jul 19, 2001
    based on 58 ratings
     | 9,191 views

    So the Ark represented for Israel the localized presence of God in judgment, mercy, forgiveness, and love; and because it contained the Ten Commandments, it was a visible reminder that their life was to be lived in obedience to the expressed will of G

    INTRODUCTION: The Mercy Seat was on top of the lid of the Ark of Covenant. It was described by Martin Luther in his German Bible as the mercy seat because the Lord “sat” enthroned over it in mercy, invisibly present where the wingtips of two cherubim met above it, guarding the divine presence. So ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Eloquence Of The Bible Series

    Contributed by Greg Addison on Jan 31, 2008
    based on 5 ratings
     | 4,434 views

    Psalm 46:1 contains an example of the eloquence God uses to teach you of His love. It will stir your desire to see what else He has to say to you.

    THE ELOQUENCE OF THE BIBLE This morning I want to show you a passage of scripture that illustrates the eloquence of the Bible. God’s word is the most beautiful, meaningful, and wonderful message ever given to man. It is as applicable today than it has ever been to real life. Yet it is so often ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist