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  • David Henderson avatar

    Challenging Our Religion Series

    Contributed by David Henderson on Jan 5, 2011
     | 8,762 views

    So Jesus came to challenge and to change the way people think. And as He continued to challenge religion His ministry led Him to a variety of places. We see two of them today.

    “Challenging our Religion” Matthew 12:1-14 Eventually the ministry of Jesus was sure to cause great controversy. After all, Jesus challenged all of the religious leaders of the day. The Pharisees, the Saducees, anyone who was teaching tradition over truth. Jesus was never ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    With Or Without You

    Contributed by Curt Cizek on Jan 23, 2009
    based on 5 ratings
     | 6,313 views

    A comparison between the U2 song, "With or Without You" and Paul’s teaching on marriage and our relationship with Christ.

    -As we’ve discussed in the past, in this first letter to the Corinthians, Paul is basically responding to their questions -Even though Paul spent considerable time in Corinth (in Acts 18, Luke tells us that Paul stayed there for a year and a half), they still had some major theological and very ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    That I Should Boast - Ash Wednesday Series

    Contributed by Chris Surber on Feb 24, 2009
    based on 9 ratings
     | 10,644 views

    As examination of Issac Watt’s "When I Survey The Wondrous Cross" in light of relevant Scripture.

    That I Should Boast, Galatians 6:14 Introduction A young boy complained to his father that most of the church hymns were boring and old-fashioned, with tiresome words that meant little to his generation. His father challenged him with these words: “If you think you can write better hymns, why don’t ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    Hosanna! Series

    Contributed by Perry Greene on Mar 29, 2012
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,982 views

    Passover was/is a key feast to the Jewish people. The days preceding the feast were significant as well. Preparations had to be made, including the selection of the lamb to be sacrificed. Jesus' triumphal entrance into Jerusalem was actually a display of

    1. Henry Morrison Returning Home Henry C. Morrison was a great missionary who served the Lord in Africa for over 40 years. On the way back to United States, he began to wonder “will anyone remember us? Will anyone recall who we are? Will anyone meet us at the boat?” Well, unknown to ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Ultimate Father’s Gift

    Contributed by Greg Nance on Jun 16, 2012
     | 7,713 views

    Father’s day sermon.

    Titus 3 Doing What Is Good 1 Remind the people to be subject to rulers and authorities, to be obedient, to be ready to do whatever is good, 2 to slander no one, to be peaceable and considerate, and to show true humility toward all men. 3 At one time we too were foolish, disobedient, deceived ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Living On Both Sides Of The Veil!

    Contributed by Victor Ramlall on Dec 14, 2013
     | 5,003 views

    The removal of any barrier between God and man is made possible by the supreme sacrifice of Jesus Christ, and by the Blood of the Ne Covenant we can move beyond the veil into the very presence of the Almighty Father!

    Heb 10:19-25 KJV Having therefore, brethren, boldness to enter into the holiest by the blood of Jesus, 20 By a new and living way, which he hath consecrated for us, through the veil, that is to say, his flesh; 21 And having an high priest over the house of God; 22 Let us draw near with a true heart ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Ibelieve: God, The Father Series

    Contributed by Lynn Malone on Aug 26, 2013
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,006 views

    A sermon focusing on the aspect of God, the Father Almighty as contained in the Apostle's Creed.

    In case you didn’t know, Vanessa and I just moved. We discovered, once again, we have a lot of stuff. We’ve also committed to never moving again. At least, we hope we don’t have to move again. It’s tiring. It’s taxing. It’s challenging. And, we’ve got ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Raising The Value Of Marriage Series

    Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Jul 14, 2009
     | 4,165 views

    The value of marriage has decreased in our society.

    Fireproof: Raising the Value of Marriage From a message preached by Scott Kallem, Pastor of 3rd Baptist in Marion, IL Matt. 19:1-9 June 7, 2009 FBC, Chester Dr. Mike Fogerson, Speaker Introduction A In the 1970’s, a wave of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Set Free Through Christ

    Contributed by Nigel Heath on Aug 12, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,592 views

    The Gospel of Christ sets us free from being condemned, controlled and confused by others.

    9.8.09 SET FREE THROUGH CHRIST - Colossians 2:6-23 INTRO This week judges made the controversial decision to free the notorious train robber Ronnie Biggs. This became the subject of much debate amongst those who had a particular interest in this, especially relatives of victims and members of his ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Men Of Strife Make Contention Series

    Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Oct 11, 2012
    based on 6 ratings
     | 11,420 views

    The Hebrew word translated "strife" or "contention" occurs some 15 times in Proverbs & describes the kind of person who is apt to cause an argument or a conflict, one who is predisposed to quarreling or dispute. Let's look at 3 aspects of contentions so w

    PROVERBS 17: 14 MEN OF STRIFE MAKE CONTENTION [James 3: 1-16] The Hebrew word translated "strife" or "contention" occurs some fifteen times in the book of Proverbs and describes the kind of person who is apt to cause an argument or a conflict, one who is predisposed to quarreling or dispute. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Bearing Green Leaves In Drought!

    Contributed by Victor Ramlall on Jan 20, 2014
     | 14,899 views

    An exhortation to beware of spiritual drought which can creep up on the believer unawares effectively creating a barrier to productivity and fruitfulness.

    Jeremiah 17:5-11 KJV Thus saith the Lord; Cursed be the man that trusteth in man, and maketh flesh his arm, and whose heart departeth from the Lord. For he shall be like the heath in the desert, and shall not see when good cometh; but shall inhabit the parched places in the wilderness, in a salt ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Perry Greene avatar

    The Heart Matters Series

    Contributed by Perry Greene on Aug 6, 2015
    based on 1 rating
     | 11,133 views

    Regardless of all of our plans and actions, if our hearts are not right, there is little accomplished.

    1. Future Plans Approaching eighty-five years of age, Mrs. Wells finally decided it was time to give up her home in North Carolina and move to Miami. She was given the name of a Florida realtor, who enthusiastically drove her all over Miami, extolling the virtues of every apartment they looked ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Easter Series

    Contributed by Ken Sowers on Mar 18, 2014
    based on 1 rating
     | 24,060 views

    Grave robbers didn't rob the tomb, God did!

    An event can be thrust upon you and it takes you by surprise, you never would have predicted it in a million years. Now here it is - staring you in the face. What will you do? You can't stay the same, you can't pretend it didn't happen. You may not know what to do, but this much is certain, you ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Family Man

    Contributed by Davon Huss on Mar 24, 2014
     | 4,303 views

    A sermon on the last two qualifications for being a deacon, church leader (Material adapted from Alexander Strauch's book, The New Testament Deacon)

    HoHum: Gene Getz was leading some Bible studies on the qualifications of church leaders. Two men were there who were new Christians and had little knowledge of the Bible. After a few sessions these two men said, “You know this is the first time we’ve heard this list of qualifications ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Don’t Worry, Be Happy

    Contributed by Craig Condon on Apr 4, 2015
     | 3,919 views

    It is not in satisfying our craving to have more and more that we have abundant life. No, it is in serving God and loving others as we love ourselves that abundant life is gained and lived. When we give, we show that Christ is our treasure.

    What do we really need? Our society is based on acquisition of things, especially wealth. We are concerned about what we do not have, especially people who are considered to be “have not”. Jesus is saying that it doesn’t matter how hard we try to get things, we can’t ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican