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  • W Pat Cunningham avatar

    Equal In Dignity, Diverse In Function Series

    Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jun 21, 2009
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     | 3,832 views

    In our worship, we are all equal in dignity, but, as Jesus gave different ministries to his disciples, in and out of worship, we differ in function and service; that is the meaning of hierarchy.

    Solemnity of Peter and Paul June 29, 2009 The readings for this solemnity help us to understand how it is that Christ left us–as a gift–a hierarchical Church. I was reading some fairly recent articles in Pastoral Music recently, and came across a rather angry one from a nun who was complaining ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

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    The Reward

    Contributed by Kayode Omotoso on Sep 16, 2014
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    There are different kinds of rewards for different kinds of services depending on what is/are employed as the yardstick(s) for the evaluation. There are rewards for excellence, loyalty rewards, promotional rewards, etc.

    “Say ye to the righteous, that it shall be well with him: for they shall eat the fruit of their doings. Woe unto the wicked! It shall be ill with him: for the reward of his hands shall be given him.” Isa 3:10-11. There are different kinds of rewards for different kinds of services ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Christmas Is About The Kingdom Of God

    Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Nov 18, 2011
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    Christmas is about Jesus - but why is he different to all those who have gone before him. One of those difference lies in the nature of those in His Kingdom

    TSJ Sermon With Christmas just around the corner I wanted to ask the question on Christ the King Sunday Why is Christmas so special? What is there about Jesus Christ that marks him out as being different from all the other babies born in Israel 2000 years ago? I’d like to read you a little ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    Facts And Feeling

    Contributed by Stephen Tilmon on Apr 24, 2022
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    There is a huge difference in the facts and how we feel about things. Sometimes we can allow our feelings to manipulate the facts. This sermon helps to bring light on the difference.

    Good morning! If you will remain standing for the reading Before we get started, let’s pray for - Romans 3:24-26 24. Yet God, in his grace, freely makes us right in his sight. He did this through Christ Jesus when he freed us from the penalty for our sins.  25. For God presented Jesus as the ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Offensive Grace

    Contributed by Davon Huss on Nov 16, 2024
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    View this parable of Jesus from 3 difference perspectives, 3 different points of view (Preached this first in 1995; not original with me but trying to track it down would be difficult)

    HoHum: Veteran’s Day is tomorrow- The fighting in WW1 stopped at 11 am on November 11, 1918, the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month. Originally called Armistice Day it was changed to Veteran’s Day to honor all of those who have served in our armed forces. We honor and appreciate all of ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Relating To "others" Series

    Contributed by Allan Quak on Mar 17, 2025
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    We all have people in our lives who are different from us. In His Sermon Jesus equips to deal in a Godly manner with the “others” who are different to us.

    You can listen to this sermon at https://npbc.org.au/podcasts/media Matthew 7:1-12 “Relating To Others” We all have people in our lives who are different from us. They have different approaches. They hold a different perspective. They have different Christian priorities. “Their” approach to life ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Good News For A Bad Day Series

    Contributed by John Hamby on Aug 11, 2003
    based on 70 ratings
     | 13,970 views

    In the words “He is risen” lies the difference between Christianity and every other religion in the world.

    A Study of the Book of Luke Sermon # 68 “Good News For A Bad Day” Luke 24:1-8 How many of us have been approached by someone who said, “I have some good news and some bad news, which do you want to hear first?” I am always ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    If There Be No Resurrection, What Then?

    Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Apr 16, 2013
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     | 3,777 views

    Comparing what it would be like if Christ had not risen with what the difference makes of the risen Christ

    The Resurrection makes a Difference - Can you name this series – Play Dragnet Theme Dragnet acclaimed for its attention to detail and realistic portrayal of the nuts and bolts of police work - Aried from 1949 radio over to TV 1966 -You knew it's distinctive "dum-de-dum-dum" opening four ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Expletives Deleted - Lifting Our Speech Out Of The Gutter Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Nov 14, 2016
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    In this lesson, we learn about different kinds of expletives that should not be on our lips.

    Introduction: A. One day an elderly preacher told his congregation that he was feeling a bit lonely and depressed. 1. So one of the church members suggested to the preacher that he should buy a pet. 2. Thinking this was a great idea, he hurried to town and after much deliberation, bought a ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Truths To Learn From Esther

    Contributed by Jerry Smith on Apr 14, 2008
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    Esther was faced with a decision that required her to pray, review God’s timing, act with courage and live by faith. These are traits we must evidence too when making decisions

    Esther became Queen to King Xerxes in 479BC. This was around 25 years after Ezra took a group of pilgrims back to Israel. In chapter one Queen Vashti refuses to obey the King and is removed from power. In chapter two the King holds a beauty pageant to select the next queen. READ 2:17, 18 As we ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Encouragement For The Persecuted

    Contributed by Nathan Johnson on May 7, 2007
    based on 19 ratings
     | 8,483 views

    When we face persecution and rejection for our life in Christ, we can take courage in the fact that one day, we will find out that it was worth it all and much more.

    Introduction: We can take courage in the fact that one day, all those who ridicule and persecute us for our faith, if they do not repent, will have to face God. We need to be telling others about Him so they can avoid this encounter. Pressure o Some can take more than others o We all respond ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Of Whom Shall I Be Afraid

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Nov 10, 2018
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     | 14,929 views

    A Remembrance Day message to encourage the people of God to stand firm in the grace we have received.

    “The LORD is my light and my salvation; whom shall I fear? The LORD is the stronghold of my life; of whom shall I be afraid? “When evildoers assail me to eat up my flesh, my adversaries and foes, it is they who stumble and fall. “Though an army encamp against me, my heart shall not fear; ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Jesus Cleans Series

    Contributed by Scott Maze on Jun 9, 2021
     | 2,955 views

    The only obstacle that stood between this man and full health was Jesus’ willingness. Somewhere in the solitude of this lonely life, this man’s mental processes discovered that if only Jesus wanted to heal him, he would be healed.

    This is the fourth message in a series, Plastic Jesus: How Did Someone So Real Become So Fake? We’ve been looking over the shoulder of Luke as he’s written his Gospel to communicate to us who Jesus is. We’ve seen Jesus make His hometown synagogue so angry that they tried to kill Him. We watched as ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Go! And Be Used By God — Honouring Women In God’s Mission And Lessons From Women In The Bible Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Feb 4, 2025
    based on 2 ratings
     | 1,752 views

    Some claim that women should not preach, teach, or hold leadership positions in the church. This misunderstanding arises from a misinterpretation of certain biblical texts while ignoring the broader testimony of Scripture.

    Go! And Be Used by God — Honouring Women in God’s Mission Throughout history, God has called and empowered both men and women to serve His kingdom, proclaim His truth, and lead His people. Yet, some claim that women should not preach, teach, or hold leadership positions in the church. This ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Go! And Trust In The Unchanging God - Hebrews 13:5-9 Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Feb 15, 2025
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     | 570 views

    Life is filled with uncertainty. The world around us is constantly changing—political systems rise and fall, financial markets fluctuate, people come and go. Yet, in the midst of all this change, we have a firm foundation in Jesus Christ, who never changes.

    Go! And Trust in the Unchanging God - Hebrews 13:5-9 Introduction: Life is filled with uncertainty. The world around us is constantly changing—political systems rise and fall, financial markets fluctuate, people come and go. Yet, in the midst of all this change, we have a firm foundation in Jesus ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal