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  • Thomas Swope avatar

    The ‘light’ Reflector Series

    Contributed by Thomas Swope on Feb 17, 2017
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    A study of chapter 1 of the Gospel of John verses 6 through 18

    John 1: 6 – 18 The ‘Light’ Reflector 6 There was a man sent from God, whose name was John. 7 This man came for a witness, to bear witness of the Light, that all through him might believe. 8 He was not that Light, but was sent to bear witness of that Light. 9 That was the true ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

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    How To Handle Temptation

    Contributed by J Jeffrey Smead on Feb 28, 2017
    based on 56 ratings
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    Trust God "not" your Feelings. This Message is based on another Sermon on Temptation, Titled "Temptation is Only a Question, your response is the answer." with different Illustrations along with 4 Additional Illustrations at the end. Updated February 2023.

    For those not familiar with an Anglican Service there are four Scripture readings prior to the Message. The Scriptures for this day are: Genesis 2:15-17; 3:1-7; Psalm 32; Romans 5:12-19 and Mathew 4:1-11 Desserts have often been called ... a "seduction" ... or a ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    Travelling With Jesus: Capernaum – An Unexpected Entrance Series

    Contributed by Gordon Curley on Mar 12, 2017
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    Capernaum – an unexpected entrance – sermon by Gordon Curley PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info

    SERMON OUTLINE: (1). Capernaum Facts & Trivia (2). The People Involved. • The friends. • The paralysed man. • The Scribes and Pharisees. • Jesus. SERMON BODY: Ill: • In 1885 Anne Isabella Ritchie, came up with the phrase ; • "Give a man a fish, he'll eat for a day; teach him how to fish, and ...read more

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    Denomination: Brethren

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    They Ran Out Of Joy Series

    Contributed by Thomas Swope on Mar 24, 2017
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    A study of the Gospel of John 2: 1 – 12

    John 2: 1 – 12 They ran out of Joy 1 On the third day there was a wedding in Cana of Galilee, and the mother of Jesus was there. 2 Now both Jesus and His disciples were invited to the wedding. 3 And when they ran out of wine, the mother of Jesus said to Him, “They have no wine.” ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

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    Philip And The Ethiopian Eunuch Series

    Contributed by John Lowe on Mar 29, 2017
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    Philip is leaving a place where there has been a great movement of the Spirit of God, to go into a place, a desert, where there is nobody. However, when he gets there, he finds that God does have someone to whom he is to witness.

    February 16, 2014 By: Tom Lowe Topic #III: The Church Scattered into Palestine and Syria (8:4-12:25) Subtopic A. The Ministry of Philip (8:4-40). Lesson III.A.2: Philip and the Ethiopian Eunuch (8:26-39) Introduction The first mentioned of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    It's Time To Grow Up Part 3 Series

    Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Apr 2, 2017
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    Part 3 of this series focuses on why we need to be able to share our faith with others and why it's a sign of our growth in Christ.

    It’s Time To Grow Up Part 3 Scriptures: 2 Timothy 2:15; Hebrews 4:12; 1 Peter 3:15 I want to tell you a story. A man was at home one day and realized that he was hungry. He got in his car and went to a restaurant for dinner. Once he had eaten his food he asked his waiter to box up his leftovers ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    I Am The Resurrection & The Life Series

    Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Apr 15, 2017
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     | 12,306 views

    In showing forth the implications of the Resurrection, in John 11:25-27, Jesus explains the 1) Reason (John 11:25) the 2) Reality (John 11:26) calls for a 3) Response (John 11:27) to the fact that He is the Resurrection and the Life.

    One of the most unsettling aspects of death is that people have no control over it. As the writer of Ecclesiastes said: Just as “no one has authority to restrain the wind,” so also no one has “authority over the day of death” (Eccl. 8:8). When that day comes people are: “torn from the security of ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    The Great Exchange

    Contributed by Brian Bill on Apr 16, 2017
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    Jesus exchanged His life for yours so your life can be changed. Includes a first-person narrative by Barabbas.

    The Great Exchange Mark 15:6-15 Rev. Brian Bill April 15-16, 2107 An exchange is when you give one thing and receive another in return. The Great Exchange has everything to do with Easter…with our existence…and with our eternity. I experienced what an exchange is all about this week when ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    God's Gift Of Rest Series

    Contributed by C. Philip Green on Apr 19, 2017
     | 5,627 views

    Take one day off a week to gain perspective and be more productive.

    Quick, do the math: A bat and a ball cost $1.10. The bat costs one dollar more than the ball. How much does the ball cost? If you came up with 10 cents, you’re in good company. That’s the answer most people come to. It’s intuitive, appealing, but WRONG! Do the math. If the ball costs 0.10 ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    Give And Take Series

    Contributed by C. Philip Green on May 19, 2016
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     | 8,695 views

    In order to heal broken relationships, give to the relationship; don’t take from it and get all you need and more from God Himself.

    Pastor Van Morris, from Mt. Washington, Kentucky, tells the story of a married couple, who had a fight and ended up giving each other the silent treatment. A week into their uneasy silence, the man realized he needed his wife's help. In order to catch a flight to Chicago for a business meeting, he ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    Let God Help You Decide On A Spouse Series

    Contributed by Tim Pollock on May 19, 2016
     | 5,944 views

    Sermon Series by Dr. Tim Pollock

    The well-known novelist, C.S. Lewis once mused, “Affection is responsible for nine-tenths of whatever solid and durable happiness there is in our lives.” I could not agree more! Truly, love is what makes life worth living. We know from reading the Bible that God cares about morals. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    What's This Evangelism All About? Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jun 5, 2016
    based on 14 ratings
     | 17,480 views

    Did you realize most English Bibles never uses the word "evangelism?" The Greek word "euanggelion" is actually translated "Gospel"... but what does that mean? And how can that impact how we witness for Christ?

    OPEN: There’s a true story about a church down south where the preacher had been preaching about the importance of witnessing to people about Christ. One particular person took this to heart – a mentally handicapped young man – and he began telling everyone who would listen about ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Express A Sweet Spirit Series

    Contributed by Michael Luke on Jun 6, 2016
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     | 22,180 views

    Jesus had a sweet spirit about him that attracted people to Him. The more we grow in Christ, the more his attitude should be seen in us.

    Turn in your Bibles to Titus 3:1-8. We are winding down our study through Paul’s letter to his protégé named Titus. Today, we’re going to look at a passage that teaches us to express a sweet spirit. I’m glad to be here this morning. How about you? Did you get out ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Fatherhood: 101

    Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Jun 21, 2016
     | 5,767 views

    Many people have written books on parenting. Dr. Dobson is popular among Christian parents. Dr. Spock was popuIar when I was young. Parents have looked to different sources for instructions on how to rear their children but what does the bible say?

    FATHERHOOD: 101 Many people have written books on parenting. Dr. Dobson is a popular one among Christian parents. I was told I was raised on Dr. Spock. Parents have always looked to different sources for instructions on how to rear their children. The bible has some good instructions for us ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    A Guy And His Donkey

    Contributed by Brian Harvison on Jul 1, 2016
     | 10,639 views

    The Triumphal Entry, this is my Memorial Day version.

    A Guy and His Donkey The Triumphal Entry Matthew 21:1-11 This of course is Memorial Day weekend And tomorrow is the day we remember those who have given their very lives defending our freedom Listen to this testimony from Vietnam Veteran Bill Scheibler I served as an airborne Ranger platoon leader ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist