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  • Dennis Davidson avatar

    The Lifted Up Servant Series

    Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Jun 30, 2008
    based on 24 ratings
     | 18,217 views

    Our passage teaches us of a violent grace. Though man would cast down the Servant, God would lift Him up and glorify Him. He who man esteemed not, God would magnify.

    ISAIAH 52:13 15 - 52:15 THE LIFTED UP SERVANT John 12: 32-33 The text we begin today may be the best know in the Old Testament. The passage is certainly one of the riches and most unmistakable prophecies in the Bible. Our text begins the fourth ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Jesus, Man Of Power And Authority Series

    Contributed by Randy Hohf on Feb 6, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 9,402 views

    A sermon dealing with the authority with which Jesus taught

    THE REAL JESUS (I) JESUS: MAN OF AUTHORITY AND POWER INTRODUCTION A. If you were to ask people on the street today who they think Jesus is (or was), what kind of answers would you expect to get? 1. Of course, many would say, he was a good man who taught some good things. Some might go so far to ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Quenching Spiritual Thirst

    Contributed by Christopher Nerreau on Feb 8, 2008
    based on 15 ratings
     | 16,389 views

    Are you spiritually thirsty? Today we will look at 1. Who is spiritually thirsty 2. Why they are spiritually thirst 3. How to quench spiritual thirst In the story of the woman at the well

    “Quenching Spiritual Thirst” John 4:6-18 02/10/08 by Dcn. Chris Nerreau INTRODUCTION: May the words of my lips and the meditation of my heart be always acceptable in thy sight, giving praise, glory and honor to Your name our Rock and our Redeemer. Amen! Thirst is an amazing thing, it is the ...read more

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    Denomination: Orthodox

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    Interpretation, Jesus Mission: Puppy Chow

    Contributed by Peter Loughman on Oct 8, 2007
    based on 9 ratings
     | 5,922 views

    Some quick hints for sound biblical interpretation. Also, discussion about Jesus’ earthly ministry being to Israel first and everyone else second.

    A Christian couple from the south decide that they want to get a dog. As they are walking down the street in town, they notice that a sign in the pet shop is advertising "Christian Puppies." Their interest piqued, they go inside. "How do you know they’re Christian puppies?" "Watch," says the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Jesus In Isaiah

    Contributed by Gordon Curley on Nov 22, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,553 views

    Jesus in Isaiah (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request - email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

    Reading: Isaiah chapter 61 verses 1-11 This chapter starts off with two starkly contrasting truths: • Both truths are found in verse 2: • (1st). “The year of the LORD's favour”. (2nd). “The day of vengeance of our God” Both come out of the previous chapter ...read more

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    Denomination: Brethren

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    Putting Off The Old

    Contributed by Gordon Curley on Feb 17, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,552 views

    Living as children of light. (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

    Ill: • A friend of mine once saw a tramp and decided to help him; • He noticed he was wearing a dirty old coat; • It was ripped and fit only for the bin. • So my friend offered the tramp his coat; • The tramp took it but to my friends surprise; • Instead of ...read more

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    Denomination: Brethren

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    Woe. Don't Do That! Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jul 21, 2018
    based on 5 ratings
     | 15,264 views

    Jesus stressed the need to help the poor and needy. It's a powerful commandment, but there are those who would warp it to meet their own agendas (rather than God's). But how would they do that?

    OPEN: Chicago is just about to approve a new entitlement. They intend to give 1,000 unemployed families $500 per month with no strings attached (total of $6 million per year). The argument seems to be that automation is robbing people of jobs and so this is intended to put money in the pockets of ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Lord Of All, Love To All (Luke 13:10-17)

    Contributed by Victor Yap on Apr 4, 2019
    based on 6 ratings
     | 9,244 views

    LORD OF ALL, LOVE TO ALL (LUKE 13:10-17)

    LORD OF ALL, LOVE TO ALL (LUKE 13:10-17) 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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    The Anointed King Series

    Contributed by Chris Appleby on Feb 5, 2017
    based on 1 rating
     | 11,456 views

    Mary gave up a lot to show her love for Jesus. It can be costly to be a disciple. To come before God the Father without fear, with our sins removed wiped clean to live forever in his presence far outweighs anything we might give up out of our love for him

    We were discussing in our staff meeting this week the question of how you decide what to leave in your will, and to whom, when you die. As I was thinking about that I wondered how many of us have ever sat down and thought about what our priorities are in life; and when we come to write a will, to ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    Christmas: Jesus Came To Save You Series

    Contributed by Scott Maze on Jun 12, 2021
     | 2,620 views

    God Designed Christmas to Save Sinners.

    It’s Christmas. Police officers direct traffic at malls to accommodate the overflow crowds of last-minute shoppers. Children are crazy interested in what will be under the tree with their name on it. Husbands are starting to consider maybe I should go shopping for my wife! Yet, to appreciate ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Give And Take

    Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Jul 26, 2023
     | 1,458 views

    Givers trust in God, rather than in themselves; they are focused outward. Takers have not learned to trust in God and focus on their own needs.

    Anybody remember the televangelist scandals of the 80’s? Jim and Tammy Faye Bakker, Oral Roberts and his highly publicized plea for - what was it, $8 million? - to keep God from striking him dead. Remember the uproar in all the secular news media and the shame felt by so many evangelicals at being ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    The Shedding Of Blood PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 13, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,056 views

    This sermon explores our need for Christ, the transition from the Old to the New Covenant, and our current standing in Christ's redemptive sacrifice. Key

    Good morning, dear family in Christ. It is a beautiful day, isn't it? A day that the Lord has made, and we are here to rejoice and be glad in it. I am so grateful to see you all here, eager and ready to engage with God's Word. Today, we are going to be meditating on a profound passage from the book ...read more

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    Get Up PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 5, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,768 views

    This sermon emphasizes that true help and victory come from God, not human sources, and encourages perseverance and faith in God during hardships.

    Good morning, beloved. We gather here today, not by chance, but by divine appointment, drawn together by a common bond of love for our Lord and Savior. It's not just another Sunday; it's a day that the Lord has made, and we are here to rejoice and be glad in it. In the book of Mark, chapter 5, ...read more

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    Success, Jealousy & Manipulation PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 13, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,048 views

    This sermon explores the dangers of jealousy and manipulation through the biblical account of King Saul's relationship with David in 1 Samuel 18.

    Good morning, dear family of faith. I am so blessed to be standing here before you today, as we gather together in the house of the Lord. We are here today, not by chance, but by divine appointment. The Lord has brought us together to share in His Word, to grow in our understanding, and to be ...read more

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    Angel Of Light & Angel Of Death PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 19, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 689 views

    This sermon emphasizes that amidst life's changing seasons, Jesus remains our steadfast refuge, guiding us through trials and comforting us in times of distress.

    Greetings, dear brothers and sisters in Christ. It is a blessing to gather here today in the house of the Lord, to delve into His word, and to find comfort, strength, and wisdom in the divine truths that He has graciously revealed to us. In the ebb and flow of life, we often find ourselves caught ...read more

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