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  • Perry Fowler avatar

    Barriers And Bridges To God Series

    Contributed by Perry Fowler on Feb 21, 2024
    based on 2 ratings
     | 2,530 views

    In this passage we are drawn to run to Jesus by contrasting the “old ways” of trying to get to God versus the “new and living way” to get to God through Jesus. How do people try to get to God? Let’s see:

    I don’t know why but bridges have always been amazing to me. I think I am amazed by them because of what accomplish. They overcome barriers and literally “build bridges” to places previously difficult or impossible to get. For example: The longest bridge in the world was completed in 2011. It is ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Introduction To Romans 4 Series

    Contributed by Richard Tow on Mar 25, 2024
     | 1,359 views

    Five practical benefits of understanding Romans 4 are shared. The theme of justification by faith is contrasted with justification by works which is characteristic of false religions and cults. The grace teaching in Romans 4 is essential in evangelism and forms the foundation for Christian living.

    Today we resume a study in Romans that we taught in 2019. Five years ago, we expounded Romans 1-3 verse-by-verse with 35 messages. Those are available on our YouTube channel for anyone who wants to review them.i Romans is a book that cannot by properly understood without giving detailed attention ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    From Condemnation To Communion: Living In The Liberty Of Christ

    Contributed by Barnabas Park on Jan 9, 2026
     | 212 views

    This message contrasts the "law of sin and death" with the "law of the Spirit." Through a marriage metaphor, it shows how Christ frees believers from legalism to fulfill the Law by walking in the Spirit and practicing authentic love.

    . The Contrast of Two Laws Romans 8:1-4 says: “Therefore, there is now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus, because through Christ Jesus the law of the Spirit who gives life has set you free from the law of sin and death. For God has done what the law could not do because of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Radical Trust Series

    Contributed by Tom Fuller on Jul 2, 2012
     | 5,397 views

    Mark wrote nothing by accident in his gospel. Just prior to the arrest of Jesus, he presents a stark contrast between those who think they have it all and those who have nothing. Which group is which? The answer may surprise you.

    As we begin this portion of Mark 12, Jesus has just finished his series of debates with the religious leaders. They’re done, but Jesus isn’t. He came to Jerusalem to first proclaim His hostile takeover—retaking for God the thing man had conformed to his own image. He proclaimed ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

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    Ie3a: The Imperfection Of The Earthly Sanctuary Series

    Contributed by John Lowe on Oct 29, 2020
     | 2,447 views

    Our subject is the priesthood of the Lord Jesus Christ who is a priest after the order of Melchizedek. Presented to us are two ministries which are in sharp contrast. The Levitical service, the ministry of the Aaronic priesthood, was carried out in an earthly Tabernacle down here.

    4/21/20 Tom Lowe Lesson IE3a: The Imperfection of the Earthly Sanctuary (Heb. 9:1-10) Scripture: Hebrews 9:1-10 (NIV) 1Now the first covenant had regulations for worship and also an earthly sanctuary. 2A tabernacle was set up. In its first room were the lampstand and the table with its ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Examples Of Living Faith

    Contributed by Tony Miano on Apr 21, 2001
    based on 89 ratings
     | 11,268 views

    We are going to see living faith in the lives of two people who couldn’t be more different than they were. The contrast between these two personalities would be complete if it had not been for one characteristic that would forever link them.

    Examples of Living Faith James 2:21-26 Preached by Pastor Tony Miano Pico Canyon Community Church April 22, 2001 Introduction: During the two weeks prior to Easter, we considered what James had to say about faith and good works—how the two are related and how the two are different. We saw how ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    Becoming A Servant Series

    Contributed by Brian Bill on Mar 26, 2003
    based on 385 ratings
     | 98,269 views

    In contrast to our self-seeking ways, Jesus is the personification of servanthood. Just as He came to serve and not to be served, we’re expected to do the same. Becoming a servant means that we swim against the cultural current and follow the model of t

    Becoming a Servant Q. What do you call a chicken crossing the road? A. Poultry in motion. Q. What do you call a boomerang that doesn’t work? A. A stick. Q. What do you call four bullfighters in quicksand? A. Quatro sinko. Q. Where do you find a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Kingdom Of The Heart - Respect Series

    Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on Dec 5, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,464 views

    This is sermon #2 of the Sermon on the Mount Series. (#1 was preached by Ronnie Morgan). In this section of Matt. 5 Jesus explains what the "good life" really is by contrasting it with anger, contempt, and malace which lead to murder. (with help from Dal

    The Sermon on the Mount #2 Kingdom of the Heart - Respect Matthew 5:17-26 CHCC: September 16, 2007 INTRODUCTION: What do you think most people want out of life? I’ve noticed that when you ask parents what they want for their kids, they usually say something like, “I don’t care what job they ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Camel The Eye And The Faith To Get Through

    Contributed by Philip Gill on May 29, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,020 views

    This rich man stands in stark contrast with the many whose lives were changed through their encounter with Jesus. From Andrew to Zacchaeus, men and women shared in the joy Jesus offered them through a renewed relationship with God. That joy is for those

    The Camel the eye and the faith to get through A Sermon for the 22nd Sunday of Pentecost Luke 18.18-30 This story of the joylessly religious rich man is a setting for the most memorable of images - that of the camel trying to get through the eye of a needle. To our ears this is hyperbole of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

  • Travis Markes avatar

    Thanksgiving Or Complaining

    Contributed by Travis Markes on Nov 8, 2011
    based on 14 ratings
     | 18,450 views

    Thanksgiving or complaining -- these words express two contrasting attitudes found in God’s children in regard to His dealings with them. The soul that gives thanks can find comfort in everything; the soul that complains can find comfort in nothing.

    “Thanksgiving or Complaining!” 1 Thessalonians 5:18 Thanksgiving or complaining -- these words express two contrasting attitudes found in God’s children in regard to His dealings with them. The soul that gives thanks can find comfort in everything; the soul that complains can ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • T.J. Conwell avatar

    Who Do You Follow? Series

    Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Jul 20, 2014
     | 6,034 views

    The contrast of Herod killing John the Baptist to Jesus feeding 5000 in Mark 6 is very revealing of the life of sin vs. a life of service. We must be totally devoted to Christ to live for Him, and cannot live like He is a convenience.

    Who do you follow? Mark 6:14-44 Introduction - Jesus is demonstrated in this book as a “servant” -- Key verse: Mark 10:45, “For even the Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve, and to give his life as a ransom for many.” - For us to ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Tim Smith avatar

    An Unconventional Birth Day Series

    Contributed by Tim Smith on Mar 17, 2011
     | 3,826 views

    There was another unconventional birth 2000 years ago. In stark contrast to the intensely glittered and gold portrayal through which many of us look at Christmas today, Jesus ended up being born in a cave that served as a stable because there was no room

    Following the Leading of the Spirit Acts 8:26-40 - Have you ever felt that you failed as a witness for Christ? Ever felt that God was calling you to do something but you chose to not listen to His voice? - This morning, let us discuss the importance of following the Spirit of God - Let us be ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Kevin Ruffcorn avatar

    The Gift Of Love Series

    Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Mar 20, 2012
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,861 views

    Jesus tells us there are real consequences in our lives. He tells us this so that we can see the contrasts, look clearly at our lives, appreciate the gracious gift of God as a gift of love and live in fearless confidence of that love.

    John 3:14-21 “The Gift of Love” INTRODUCTION Traveling in foreign countries it becomes apparent to the observant tourist that there are basically two different types of travelers. There is the traveler who packs his or her country in the suitcase and brings the country on the ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Kerry Haynes avatar

    Check Your Motive

    Contributed by Kerry Haynes on Nov 11, 2018
    based on 4 ratings
     | 9,702 views

    Jesus contrasts the Teachers of the Law with the poor widow. In the former, we see people more interested in themselves than in God; hypocrites, pretending to be something they were not. In the latter, we see a lady who loved God authentically and completely.

    Check Your Motive Mark 12:38-44 In March 2009 Bernie Madoff pled guilty to running the largest Ponzi scheme in history. Bernie’s last name is appropriate, because he literally “made off” with billions of dollars belonging to his investors. A Ponzi scheme is pretty simple in concept: you convince ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Matthew Kratz avatar

    Living In The Light Series

    Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Feb 21, 2020
     | 6,000 views

    1) Contrast (Ephesians 5:8) , 2) Characteristics (Ephesians 5:9–10), 3) Command (Ephesians 5:11a) 4) Commission (Ephesians 5:11b–13) and 5) Call (Ephesians 5: 14).

    Ephesians 5:8-14 [8] for at one time you were darkness, but now you are light in the Lord. Walk as children of light [9] (for the fruit of light is found in all that is good and right and true), [10]and try to discern what is pleasing to the Lord. [11] Take no part in the unfruitful works of ...read more

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    Denomination: Other