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  • Hugh W. Davidson avatar

    Peter's Conflict With The Religious Leaders Series

    Contributed by Hugh W. Davidson on Jun 16, 2020
     | 3,982 views

    Any progress in the Christian life will face opposition

    Peter's conflict with the religious leaders Acts 4:1-22 1 And as they spake unto the people, the priests, and the captain of the temple, and the Sadducees, came upon them, 2 being grieved that they taught the people, and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Law Of Love Displayed In The Practice Of Paul Series

    Contributed by Ken Mckinley on May 19, 2023
     | 1,834 views

    Being free in Christ, we are still constrained by love.

    The Law of Love Displayed in the Practice of Paul Text: 1 Corinthians 9:1-18 Well let me begin by saying that I was really hesitant to preach on this passage today… I was hesitant not because it’s controversial in any way or something that will step on toes… it’s really not that kind of passage. ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    "united For A Purpose"

    Contributed by Ken Sauer on May 23, 2023
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     | 2,722 views

    Pentecost sums up the gospel with simplicity and audacity: Jesus Christ offers salvation to all, and the church exists to proclaim it.

    “United for a Purpose” Acts 2:1-21 Pentecost. What is Pentecost? I’ve had many long-time church members over the years who weren’t familiar with what this day is about, and it is an incredibly significant day in the life of the church. It ranks up there close to Christmas and ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Help My Unbelief Series

    Contributed by Fred Sigle on May 17, 2024
     | 2,545 views

    This is a study of the gospel of Mark regarding the life of Jesus. It is based on my personal study and research of Scripture and many books and sermons I have read over the years.

    GOSPEL OF MARK: GOD’S SERVANT IN ACTION HELP MY UNBELIEF A. Mark 9:14-27 (READ) COMMENT: A DESPERATE father! . . . a father who deeply LOVES his son. . . . a father who has tried EVERYTHING to help his BOY. Undoubtedly, he heard stories about Jesus—how He has helped people who were DEMON ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The First Christmas Was Inconvenient Series

    Contributed by Davon Huss on Feb 1, 2025
     | 1,563 views

    Why is there no room for Jesus? (Material adapted from Sermon Central's Jeff Strite at: https://sermoncentral.com/sermons/have-you-any-room-jeff-strite-sermon-on-christmas-243819)

    HoHum: Oak Ridge Boys sang a song some years ago called an Inconvenient Christmas. Inspiration for this series and going over parts of the song, finishing the last part, well really the middle part of the song, this week: Among the bills that I'd received was a postcard marked “Apologies, The ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    How To Use The Wisdom Of God To Overcome The World's Wisdom

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 44 ratings
     | 6,413 views

    Today it becomes increasingly tempting to rely on the world’s financial, scientific or educational wisdom. New insights are gained everyday. Knowledge doubles every five years according to Alvin Tofler in his landmark best seller Future Shock. Yet, throug

    1. Today it becomes increasingly tempting to rely on the world’s financial, scientific or educational wisdom. New insights are gained everyday. Knowledge doubles every five years according to Alvin Tofler in his landmark best seller Future Shock. Yet, throughout all dimensions of life we come to ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Faith That Works

    Contributed by William Rushing on Jun 20, 2002
    based on 134 ratings
     | 13,162 views

    James talks about three kinds of faith.

    I. Introduction a. There is a large controversy between Faith and Works. Many churches say you must have works to get to heaven, others say it is “Faith Alone” that saves. i. Paul states in Ephesians 2:8-9, “For if is by grace you have been saved through faith; and that nor of yourselves, if is ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Who Is Your God?

    Contributed by Anthony Smith on May 2, 2004
    based on 37 ratings
     | 4,874 views

    As many people get involved with, movie stars, pop artist, Money Mogoles and polotictions ,who becomes more important in their lives?

    Who is Your God? The Bible tells us in no uncertain terms, Thou shall have no other Gods before me. Who are some people making a god of? Acts 12:20-23, Lets read these verses. And Herod was highly displeased with them of Tyre and Sidon; but ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Jesus Christ Or Jesus Barabas? Series

    Contributed by Jeremy James on Nov 21, 2004
    based on 39 ratings
     | 19,241 views

    Choosing that which is good for us.

    Which Jesus do you want? Matt 27:15 You may notice a difference in this version of this account. On researching this passage I found that in many Ancient Greek manuscripts of this occurance Barrabas is given a first name and that name is Ihsoun (Jeshoun) which happens to be translated Jesus. I ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    The Sins Of Our Children

    Contributed by Anthony Smith on Mar 6, 2004
    based on 7 ratings
     | 2,784 views

    Are we held accountiable for the sins of our children?Designed for ages 19-49.

    The Sins of Our Children. Many say that we are held accountable for the sins of our children. But is that so? The Bible teaches that we will be held accountable for every idle word that we speak. That we must seek out our own salvation, with fear and trembling. There is no verse in scripture ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    How?

    Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Aug 4, 2005
    based on 16 ratings
     | 2,268 views

    While the other disciples cowered in the boat, Peter jumped ship and headed for Jesus. How would you have handled the situation?

    Matthew 14: 22 – 33 How? Intro: A woman was walking down a city street when she heard a voice in her ear say, “STOP!” – Startled, she did and a brick fell from the roof above and fell right in front of her. She could have been killed. – A few days later, she was again walking on a busy street ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Dan Brown avatar

    Are You Good Enough Series

    Contributed by Dan Brown on Dec 5, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,211 views

    The contrast between enough, being good enough to be righteous in God’s eyes & understanding the true source of righteousness.

    EPIC-9/14/03-Are You Good Enough?-Matt. 5:17-37 Clip from movie Ground Hog Day-early on where Bill Murray realizes he is reliving the same day over and over about 2-3 minute clip that shows various events from those days that he is reliving. Stuck in a day-list of all the good things he can ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    The Gift And The Giver

    Contributed by John Knight on Jul 25, 2003
    based on 44 ratings
     | 8,602 views

    A look at gifts and their purpose in the Kingdom of God. To be "special" means to be "used".

    The Gift And The Giver November 10, 2002 Introduction: How it feels to be the last person picked to play on a team -sense of emptiness, worthlessness -one who has no abilities Psalm 139:13-16 "For you created my inmost being; you knit me together in my mother’s womb. I praise you ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

  • Chris Hodges avatar

    With Jesus, We Can Walk On Water

    Contributed by Chris Hodges on Jul 28, 2003
    based on 74 ratings
     | 7,106 views

    To learn how to “walk on water” in order to live the life that Jesus desires.

    With Jesus, We Can Walk on Water Text: Matt. 14.22-33 Thesis: To learn how to “walk on water” in order to live the life that Jesus desires. Introduction: (1) One week a bulletin listed next week’s sermon titles as: A.M. – Jesus walks on water P.M. – Searching for Jesus (2) We know the story ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Model Mother-In-Law

    Contributed by Charles Clary on May 22, 2003
    based on 50 ratings
     | 9,478 views

    This sermon addresses a very common family problem, namely, the old in-law conflict.

    Some years ago our Assemblies of God national radio program, Revivaltime, offered a highly controversial book to anyone sending a specified amount to the program. The book was written by a high profile daughter-in-law. In it she blasts her ex-husband and his famous family. The hot lava freely ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal