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  • David Scudder avatar

    Responding To Eternal Glory Part 3 Series

    Contributed by David Scudder on May 2, 2010
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     | 3,533 views

    Most of the people who knew Jesus personally are now dead, and a second generation of Christians has grown up. The gospel claims that Jesus is King of the world and is coming back soon to claim His domain. But the years pass, and still He does not come.

    Revelation 22:14-16 Purpose: To lift up the glory of Christ’s forgiveness. Aim: I want the listener to praise God for the privileges of salvation. INTRODUCTION: When John wrote the book of Revelation Jesus’ resurrection had happened about sixty-five years earlier. Most of the people who knew ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Jesus' Prayer For His Disciples (Part 1)

    Contributed by Kevin L. Jones on May 2, 2010
    based on 34 ratings
     | 28,339 views

    A sermon examining Jesus' prayer for His disciples.

    JESUS’ HIGH PRIESTLY PRAYER (Part 2a – Jesus’ Prayer For His Disciples) John 17:6-8 John 17:6-8 records the second main section in the Lord’s High Priestly Prayer. In the first five verses Jesus has been praying for Himself; however this prayer was anything but selfish. Our Savior’s main ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Nature Of Character Series

    Contributed by Denn Guptill on May 9, 2010
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     | 5,801 views

    A look at what Character is how it is formed and how it is lost.

    Having Mother’s Day fall during Discover the Word can be a challenge because it is really expected that on Mother’s Day you will speak to Mothers. But when you are focusing on a specific book it can sometimes be hard to find the hook to work with a specific topic. If you were here a ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    Being Like The Beatitudes Series

    Contributed by Chip Monck on Jan 29, 2008
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     | 5,955 views

    This message continues our series on The Sermon on the Mount by taking an overall look at the Beatitudes, and their impact on the life of a Christ follower. Extensive inspiration for this series derived from D. Martin Lloyd-Jones "Studies on the Sermon o

    (Read Matthew 5:1-10) We are on week three of our study of the Sermon on the Mount. So far, we have just been establishing some groundwork. Looking at why we would dedicate such energy to this study, and what the overall structure of the sermon is. I hope you are getting engaged at a personal ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    David Encouraged Himself In The Lord

    Contributed by John Hamby on Jan 30, 2008
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     | 290,845 views

    This story in the life of David points out three principles to guide us as we seek to "encourage ourselves in the Lord."

    A Study of the Life Of David Sermon # 10 “David Encouraged Himself in the Lord” 1 Samuel 30: 1-25 key verse-6 We all need encouragement from time to time. All of us at sometime or other face a crisis when everything seems to fall apart. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Michael Karpf avatar

    For To Us A Child Is Born Series

    Contributed by Michael Karpf on Feb 4, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,557 views

    We are preparing for and celebrating the birth of the One whom Isaiah promises will one day rule in perfect holiness and righteousness for eternity.

    FOR TO US A CHILD IS BORN Isaiah 9:6,7 Last Friday our Friday morning English class went to Chiba Prefecture to visit Pastor and Mrs. Wada. They have a nice home and they attend a home church. Pastor Wada said he is asked to preach at other churches, such as Nagarayama, Yashio, Koshigawa and ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    Amazing Grace

    Contributed by Norman Lorenzo on Feb 4, 2008
    based on 14 ratings
     | 40,228 views

    A sermon that teaches why grace changes everything.

    Amazing Grace Why Grace Changes Everything Luke 15:11-24 SCRIPTURE READING Ang ating teksto sa umagang ito ay Lukas 15:11-24 at ito ang ating Scripture Reading kanina. Ito ay isang parable na sinabi ng ating Panginoong Hesu-Cristo tungkol sa isang anak na lalaki na hindi satisfied o hindi ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Behold The Greatness Of God The Son Series

    Contributed by Rick Crandall on Feb 5, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,677 views

    The more we realize who Jesus really is, the more we will give Him the worship and praise He deserves.

    Behold the Greatness of God (Part 2 - God the Son) Col 1:1-18 Sermon by Rick Crandall McClendon Baptist Church - Jan. 27, 2008 *Pastor Michael Bird tells a story from his days as a young soldier in the Australian army. One Friday night, Michael and a few mates were ordered to guard a truck loaded ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Good Soldier

    Contributed by Paul Wallace on Feb 13, 2008
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     | 12,299 views

    To be a Christian requires enduring hardship like a good soldier.

    A Good Soldier Adapted from T. Michael Crews 2 Tim.2:3-4 “One aspect of the Christian life is that it is a warfare against the forces of evil.” (P399 Expositors Bible Commentary vol. 11) I remember when I was a small boy that I was fascinated with soldiers. I played with ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    Repenting Of Racism, Sexism And Classism

    Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Feb 17, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 9,235 views

    The Word of God calls us to a brotherhood and sisterhood that transcends our differences. This sermon addresses three "ism’s" that work against God’s Kingdom: Racism, Sexism and Classism

    Sermon for CATM – February 17, 2008 “Repenting of Racism, Sexism, Classism” James 2:1-6; Galatians 3:26-28 What thoughts come to mind as you look at this photograph? [Photo is of 9 red gummy-bears standing separate and apart from one green gummy-bear. What’s going on here? What are the figures ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Truth-Telling

    Contributed by David Flowers on Feb 19, 2008
     | 2,194 views

    In this stand-alone message to end 2007, Dave makes the point that we never find God until we face the truth, and we only find God to the degree that we face the truth.

    Truth-Telling Wildwind Community Church David K. Flowers December 30, 2007 What is truth?  Dallas Willard is one of my favorite thinkers and writers, and I like how he defines truth.  He says truth is what you run into when you make a foolish decision.  Think about that.  Some people, as soon as ...read more

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    Denomination: Free Methodist

  • Troy Richards avatar

    Mind Series

    Contributed by Troy Richards on Feb 20, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,448 views

    The third part of a winter retreat on giving your whole self to God. Workbook and Powerpoint available.

    GIVING IT YOUR ALL MIND [JESUS FREAKS PAGE 210] -did you realize all that trouble happened just so you could hold that Bible in your hands? -in this period of time, it was believed that Latin was the only language the Bible should be written in or read from (and some places still do it). The ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Birth Pangs

    Contributed by Eric Hanson on Feb 22, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,731 views

    What does God’s Word actually say about the approach of the end times?

    BIRTH PANGS Pastor Eric J. Hanson September 4, 2005 & February 24, 2008 BACKGROUND The Bible has a lot to say about the conditions that will be prevailing on planet Earth as the end of this age approaches. The Earth has been in the Church age, the current age for some 1977 years as of now. Arnold ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Larry Bussard avatar

    The Abundent Life Series

    Contributed by Larry Bussard on Feb 23, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,488 views

    A series of 9 messages on the Abundent Life

    1. The Starting Point is Relationship with God The Abundant Life Series How would you like to: 1. Hear when God is speaking to you 2. Be able to identify what God is doing in and around you 3. Have an ever growing relationship and knowledge of God as He works in and through you I. ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Without Hindrance Series

    Contributed by Joseph Smith on Feb 24, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 9,036 views

    For Lent and for Black History Month, with a focus on Africa: the purposes of God will be accomplished, though not without difficulties and sacrifice. Examples of African Christians to show this truth.

    I cannot imagine how Paul did it. Here he is, in prison, chained to a soldier, and he is talking about hope and making plans for the future. How can anyone with half a brain do that? Does he not understand how perilous is his predicament? Chained! Awaiting trial! And yet he can say, “It is ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist