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  • Barry O Johnson avatar

    Is It Possible That Christians Are Not Sinners Saved By Grace? Part 2 Series

    Contributed by Barry O Johnson on Aug 29, 2018
     | 4,500 views

    This message takes a somewhat detailed look at Romans 6 and answers the question "Why do Christians sin?"

    Many Christians believe they commit sin because they are still sinners. But the real truth is this: Jesus freed us from the power of sin. So why do Christians commit sin? That’s the focus of this month’s teaching letter. Let’s begin in Romans 5 with verses 12, and 19 through 23. (12) Wherefore, as ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Christian Walk

    Contributed by Rev. Dr. Leslie Verghese on Sep 6, 2018
     | 7,019 views

    Walk in Unity

    As we enter Chapter 4 of Ephesians, it gives us a beautiful example of how Paul admonishes a Christian to WALK. (1) Unity (4:1-16). (2) Purity (4:17-5:17). (3) Harmony (5:18-6:9). (4) Victory. (6-e t) I wonder if we have under-emphasized the importance of the Christian walk. The first three ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    What's Needed In The Next 5 Years

    Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Sep 13, 2018
     | 7,321 views

    This sermon deals with the church's 5th year anniversary, but instead of casting a vision of what the church should do, the focus is on what the church should become.

    What's Needed In The Next Five Years? September 9, 2018 Numbers 13:26-33 Acts 16: 6-10 It was five years ago today that we came together to merge Glenville New Life Community Church together with Calvary Presbyterian Church to give birth to New Life At Calvary. Two weeks ago Pastor ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Part 1 - It's My Time? Series

    Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Sep 14, 2018
     | 9,597 views

    A introductory sermon looking at managing our time and resources.

    It's My Time? Ephesians 5:15-17 September 16, 2018 We would like to believe that my time is simply that . . . my time. We believe we control our time. And if that is true, then why are so many people feeling OVERWHELMED, OVERSCHEDULED, and EXHAUSTED. It seems too many people are overwhelmed, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Just How Much Should I Love God

    Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Sep 25, 2018
     | 10,539 views

    This sermon deals with what does it truly mean to love God, and why do we want to limit our love.

    Just How Much Should I Love God September 21, 2018 Deuteronomy 10:12-22 Mark 12:28-34 Suppose for a moment you fell in love with someone and the person said, “I love you.” Then you responded, “I Love you too.” But what if they said, “just to be sure about this, “how much do I have to love ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Sustaining Love (Memorial Day)

    Contributed by Timothy Dolan on May 27, 2012
     | 6,499 views

    Although we now do not understand things like the sacrifice of the men and women who have fallen for our country’s freedom; we will one day understand many things more clearly and definitively.

    Sustaining Love (Memorial Day Message) Scripture Text: 1 Corinthians 13:12-13 Introduction: The sacrifice of our men and women in uniform reminded me of why they fight for our freedom. Do you remember what you were doing on 9/11/2001? How did you feel when you first began to understand that ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Splendor Of Christmas

    Contributed by Cameron Bottema on May 28, 2012
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     | 5,543 views

    The splendor and majesty of Jesus upon His birth.

    THE SPLENDOR OF CHRISTMAS Luke 2:1-20; Matthew 2:1-12 We are probably wrong when we paint pictures, write poetry, compose music, and preach sermons depicting the Wise Men from the East bending over the crude feeding trough in a cattle stable. That was the unique experience of the Shepherds, as ...read more

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    Denomination: Friends

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    A Slave For Christ Part 10 Series

    Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Jun 10, 2012
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     | 6,508 views

    Part 10 focuses on Paul's conversion and his ability to prove that jesus was in fact the true Messiah.

    A Slave for Christ Part 10 Scriptures: Acts 9:18-31 Introduction: Several weeks ago I shared with you a story of a man who had abused and murdered people and got away with it. He was never arrested or paid any recompense from his crimes. Before many of you found out that I was referring to the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    A Father’s Pride Series

    Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Jun 12, 2012
    based on 115 ratings
     | 46,187 views

    A father’s pride can be seen in several areas of his life. 1- He has pride in his children 2- He has pride in his work 3- He has pride in his faith

    INTRO.- I Peter 5:5 “God opposes the proud but gives grace to the humble.” Pride is not good. Most of the time it is not good because it deals with self and not others. ILL.- I love the old story about a lady who went to preacher to make a confession. She said to him, “I must confess a great ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Godly Dads

    Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Jun 13, 2012
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,087 views

    Being a good father or mother is one of life’s most important privileges. But being a father or mother is also one of life’s most difficult responsibilities. It is easy to become a biological father, but hard to become a really good father. Some of you we

    Opening illustration: Play a video on imitation. Introduction: Now in this text of Scripture Paul compares himself to a father of the Corinthian believers. He was not their biological father, but he was a spiritual father to them. He was instrumental in bringing them to faith in Christ. Through ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    God's Instructions For Fathers

    Contributed by Horace Wimpey on Jun 14, 2012
    based on 6 ratings
     | 11,574 views

    Gods word is the instruction book on how to be a father

    God’s Instructions for Fathers Various scripture within the text for each point Intro: Three boys in the schoolyard were bragging about who had the better father: The first boy says, “My Dad scribbles a few words on a piece of paper, he calls it a poem, and they give him $100.” ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Obstacles To Grace

    Contributed by Lynn Malone on Jun 14, 2012
    based on 5 ratings
     | 30,018 views

    We all face obstacles that block the flow of God's grace in our lives. This message is a message given during a Walk to Emmaus weekend.

    Obstacles to Grace Rev. Lynn Malone Toby Keith has a popular song right now that I have heard several people walk around either singing or humming the words. The song is entitled I Want to Talk About Me. Have you heard it? The words to the chorus go like this: I wanna talk about me Wanna ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Godly Leadership Series

    Contributed by Curry Pikkaart on Jun 18, 2012
     | 14,937 views

    Just what do we look for in a godly leader?

    “A Nation Under God: Godly Leadership” Jer. 22:1-5, 11-17 If the character of our government is to be good, we must put good characters in office. Abigail Adams, wife of the second president of the United States, wrote her husband a letter in which she made the following observation: ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Steve Shepherd avatar

    Now Listen, You Rich People! Series

    Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Jun 19, 2012
    based on 130 ratings
     | 30,762 views

    A message for the wicked rich and the reasoning behind it. 1- Their wealth is rotten 2- Their luxury is indulgent

    INTRO.- Rich folks. How rich is rich? According to Forbes’ richest list, 72 year old Carlos Slim Helu and family from Mexico are the richest people in the world at $69 Billion, which he made from a company called Telecom. CEO of Microsoft, Bill Gates is still number two and very rich with ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Battle For The Mind

    Contributed by Randy Trotter on Jun 21, 2012
     | 9,267 views

    When the Battle of the Mind and you win the war! The greatest battle is in Your Mind and the enemy knows that! That is why there is an all out assault on the Mind of the Christian!

    THE BATTLE FOR THE MIND Romans 8:31-39 The story was told by Dr. Donald Gary Barnhouse a Presbyterian Ministry & Radio Preacher and Editor of Eternity Magazine and Author. He lived with his family in France while in school. On their dinner table sat a little promise book that held about 200 ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God