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  • Thomas Swope avatar

    How About The Truth

    Contributed by Thomas Swope on Aug 11, 2019
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     | 4,406 views

    A study in the book of Jeremiah 38: 1 – 28

    Jeremiah 38: 1 – 28 How about the truth 1 Now Shephatiah the son of Mattan, Gedaliah the son of Pashhur, Jucal the son of Shelemiah, and Pashhur the son of Malchiah heard the words that Jeremiah had spoken to all the people, saying, 2 “Thus says the LORD: ‘He who remains in this city shall die by ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

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    The Glory Of His Sacrifice Series

    Contributed by John Lowe on Feb 23, 2018
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     | 13,844 views

    At the very moment when Jewish authorities were plotting to kill Him, Gentiles began to desire His attention. The Greeks who came to Jesus were Gentiles, not Grecian Jews, who had become converts to Judaism.

    -Monday- Jerusalem The Glory of His Sacrifice (Is. 6:10) John 12:20-50 20 Now there were certain Greeks among those who came up to worship at the feast. 21 Then they came to Philip, who was from Bethsaida of Galilee, and asked him, saying, “Sir, we wish to see Jesus.” 22 Philip came and told ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Distractions Series

    Contributed by Chuck Gohn on Aug 12, 2022
     | 5,976 views

    This sermon looks at the story of Martha and Mary and prioritizes the value of "being with Jesus" over "doing for Jesus."

    Please open your Bibles to Luke 10:38. If you have been here for a while, you know we have been going through this series called “Do not conform. Be transformed.” The series is based the passage out of Romans 12:2 that says “Do not be conformed to the pattern of the world but be transformed ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

  • Gary Merillat avatar

    The Glorious Appearing Of Christ

    Contributed by Gary Merillat on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 45 ratings
     | 6,156 views

    The past, present, and future activity of Christ on behalf of mankind. Good for use at Easter or on a study of the ministry of Christ.

    Illustration: Dr. E. Stanley Jones, the famous missionary, wrote in his autobiography a story about a friend, who was called upon to conduct a funeral service. This friend wanted to do the funeral exactly as it should be, so he turned to the New Testament to see how Jesus conducted a funeral. What ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Mile 20 On The Marathon Of Faith

    Contributed by Jeeva Sam on Jun 26, 2001
    based on 54 ratings
     | 5,113 views

    When you "hit the wall" of doubt on your faith journey, what do you do?

    Listen to these entries in David Heller’s delightful little book, Dear God: Children’s Letters to God. Dear God, What do you do with families that don’t have much faith? There’s a family on the next block like that. I don’t want to get them in trouble, so I can’t say who. See you in ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Just War (Or Just Another Act Of Madness?)

    Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Sep 24, 2001
    based on 118 ratings
     | 3,330 views

    We grapple with the ethics/morality of being involved in a war because it keeps us from becoming what we¡¦re fighting against. Deal with these questions: What is a "just" war? Will we achieve "Infinite" Justice.

    September 23, 2001 Scatter thou the people that delight in war. Psalm 68.30c What is America going to do about the terrorists? When President Bush addressed the nation Thursday night he ended with these words: Freedom and fear, justice and cruelty, have always been at war, ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    God Said Don't Worry

    Contributed by Cedric Portis on Oct 2, 2001
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     | 9,101 views

    Worry is the sin of not trusting God. Worry cannot help your situation.

    God said “Don’t Worry” Matthew 6:25 Therefore I say unto you, Take no thought for your life, what ye shall eat, or what ye shall drink; nor yet for your body, what ye shall put on. Is not the life more than meat, and the body than raiment? Matthew 6:26 Behold the fowls of the air: for they sow ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Different Responses To The Risen Jesus

    Contributed by Dr. Jerry Morrissey on Apr 7, 2001
    based on 145 ratings
     | 5,627 views

    Year C Easter Sunday, John 20: 1-9, April 15, 2001

    Year C Easter Sunday, John 20: 1-9,April 15, 2001 Visiting the tomb and finding the body of Jesus gone, Mary Magdalene reports the fact to Peter and the Beloved Disciple who run to the tomb. They both observe the same facts, but the Beloved Disciple believes that Jesus is risen. Chapter 20 ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Jesus Prays For Our Unity

    Contributed by Bobby Gilstrap on Nov 12, 2000
    based on 980 ratings
     | 120,835 views

    Jesus prays for the unity of his disciples and the church.

    “JESUS PRAYS FOR OUR UNITY” JOHN 17:20-26 (NASB) The billboard shows a little girl sitting on her daddy’s shoulders waving an American flag … and the caption says ... WHAT MAKES US GREAT … “Unity, pass it on!” Since 9/11 - “United We Stand” has been the theme – we want to project a united ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Scott Sharpes avatar

    Let Us Rejoice, For He Has Come Series

    Contributed by Scott Sharpes on Dec 18, 2001
    based on 74 ratings
     | 6,777 views

    A worship sermon for Christmas emphasizing the idea of "O Come Let Us Adore Him."

    Title: Let Us Rejoice, For He Has Come 12/23/01 West Side Text: Luke 2:8-14 A.M. Service Purpose: Christmas Sunday sermon dealing with the idea of worship. ************************************************************* Introduction: Christmas Robert Fulghum in It Was On Fire ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

  • Michael Deutsch avatar

    Mary's Song

    Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Jan 8, 2002
    based on 71 ratings
     | 9,557 views

    The extraordinary happened to Mary. Are we ready to experience the extraordinary as well?

    First Baptist Church December 23, 2001 Luke 1:39-55 Mary’s Song Have you ever had a simple, ordinary day; and something extraordinary happens? You didn’t expect it, you ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Lukewarm Church

    Contributed by Rickey Shive on Jan 11, 2002
    based on 431 ratings
     | 122,755 views

    A sermon designed to motivate complacent Christians to become more committed and involved in the church.

    Introduction: When I was a kid growing up on the farm, one of the annual jobs I always looked forward to was the "chicken harvest." I guess I should apologize in advance for the somewhat graphic nature of this illustration; however, it best illustrates my point. Nonetheless, I looked forward to ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Mark Elkins avatar

    Enduring Opposition

    Contributed by Mark Elkins on Jun 6, 2003
    based on 41 ratings
     | 7,155 views

    Are the winds and waves of life crashing in on your boat? Discover truths that will enable you to endure the storms of opposition and enable you to experience the Peace of Christ.

    There are two prisoners shackled to a deep dark dungeon. Spread-eagled, they are securely lashed by manacles and chains and actually hanging suspended, side by side, a few feet above the dungeon floor. There is only one small window high above their heads, maybe thirty, or forty feet up. They ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Byron Harvey avatar

    The Crown Of The Crucified

    Contributed by Byron Harvey on Apr 2, 2002
    based on 46 ratings
     | 5,182 views

    This is the fifth in a series on the most important day in the most important life ever lived; we walk with Jesus to Calvary!

    The Most Important DayIn the Most Important Life Ever Lived! <b>The Crown of the Crucified</b> Matthew 27:27-31 March 10, 2002 What type of king is this Jesus, anyway? Born in humble surroundings; His earthly parents were mere peasants. Grew up in relative obscurity, out in the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

  • Larry Sarver avatar

    How Should A Christian Live? Series

    Contributed by Larry Sarver on Aug 15, 2002
    based on 57 ratings
     | 18,164 views

    A teaching message on Romans 12:1-2.

    Romans Series # 47 July 17, 2002 Title: How Should A Christian Live? Website: www.newlifeinchrist.info Email: pastorsarver@yahoo.com Introduction: Welcome to New Life in Christ. We are currently in Chapter 12 of Romans as we continue with message #47 of our verse-by-verse study of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational