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  • Jimmy Chapman avatar

    Paul's First Recorded Sermon Series

    Contributed by Jimmy Chapman on Apr 17, 2008
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     | 14,676 views

    Paul uses a phrase three times in his sermon in Antioch that form the three points of his message (15,26, and 38).Paul, under the direct control of the Holy Spirit, shows that Jewish history resolves in Christ, that the promise of Messiah resolves in Chr

    Acts 13:13-52 Paul’s First Recorded Sermon “Say On” Paul uses a phrase three times in his sermon in Antioch that form the three points of his message (15,26, and 38).Paul, under the direct control of the Holy Spirit, shows that Jewish history resolves in Christ, that the promise of Messiah ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Come: To A Harvested Self

    Contributed by Joseph Smith on Oct 5, 2009
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     | 3,499 views

    Evil and good live side by side, so we need to accept our sinfulness in order to receive our salvation. God in Christ takes on Himself the penalty we should receive.

    It would seem that the negative things in life grow of their own accord, but that the good things, positive things, take a lot of work. If you are at all a pessimist, you will agree that bad things, destructive things, just happen. Nobody has to make them happen. They happen on their own. But good ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Pilgrim's Path 5 The Merciful

    Contributed by Chris Surber on Jan 29, 2009
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     | 3,006 views

    If we are to be merciful as Jesus commands in the beattitudes, then we must allow God to write His commands on our very hearts.

    The Pilgrim’s Path Part-5, Mathew 5:1-12 Written on their Hearts Introduction There are few things of human engineer which are more beautiful to watch than the marching of the Marine Corps Silent Drill Team. To see them move in perfect sink is astounding as they pivot on a dime, all in unison or ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    Rom.13:1-5 The Death Penalty

    Contributed by William D. Brown on May 9, 2013
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    According to the Gallup's annual Crime Survey, it found that 65% of Americans continue to support the use of the death penalty for persons convicted of murder, while 31% oppose it -- continuing a trend that has shown little change over the last six y

    Rom.13:1-5 THE DEATH PENALTY 5-11-13 Today I want to talk for a few minutes about the death penalty and let me say that every one listening to this broadcast has their personal views and opinion about the death penalty. According ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Parable Of The Conniving Steward

    Contributed by John Gaston on Oct 23, 2019
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    In one of the most misunderstood passages in Scripture, the Lord uses a parable to tell people who choose money over God to use it to win friends in hell & He uses the ambition of the ungodly to spotlight the laxity of the saved.

    THE PARABLE OF THE CONNIVING STEWARD Luke 16:1-15 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. Police Officer Robert Marklin of Algonac, Michigan says, “I was in my patrol car by a blinking red light – the equivalent of a stop sign – when I watched an elderly man drive straight through without even slowing down. ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Repent And Turn Series

    Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Aug 24, 2022
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    Conviction is not enough; we must repent and turn from our sins.

    REPENT AND TURN Text: Acts 2:37-41 Introduction 1. Illustration: If there is no repentance, there can be no pardon. Some years ago, a murderer was sentenced to death. The murderer’s brother, to whom the State was deeply indebted for former services, asked the governor of the State for his ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Eschatology 15 Of 16 The Great White Throne Judgment

    Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Apr 12, 2022
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    This will be our third message on the Great White Throne Judgment.

    In the other two messages we have talked about: I. THE MAJESTY OF THE GREAT WHITE THRONE JUDGMENT II. THE MULTITUDES OF THE GREAT WHITE THRONE JUDGMENT But today we want to talk about TWO more things that will be involved in this judgment. First, let’s look at- III. THE METHOD OF THE GREAT ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Road Construction

    Contributed by Evelyn Weston on Dec 3, 2003
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     | 9,529 views

    Advent 2C: God wants to build (or improve) the road between our hearts and God.

    Grace to you, and peace, from God our Father, and our Lord and Savior, Jesus, the Christ. Have you ever noticed the differences between old roads and new roads? The condition of the pavement-- or the lack of it, how straight the road is, if it’s in a hilly area, how steep the terrain. All can be ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Wisdom In Adversity Series

    Contributed by Jonathan Mcleod on Sep 27, 2010
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     | 10,051 views

    A wise person is able to turn a bad day into a good day.

    [To receive a free sermon each week by email, please contact jonrmcleod@yahoo.com.] THE CROOKEDNESS OF LIFE Consider the work of God: who can make straight what he has made crooked? In the day of prosperity be joyful, and in the day of adversity consider: God has made the one as well as the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Candle In The Dark

    Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Nov 23, 2015
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     | 6,481 views

    A sermon the encourages Christians to be a witness.

    "A Candle In the Dark" Philippians 2:15 That ye may be blameless and harmless, the sons of God, without rebuke, in the midst of a crooked and perverse nation, among whom ye shine as lights in the world; Introduction: If you want to be a light for Jesus to shine in the dark then you must: ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Prepare The Way

    Contributed by Mary Erickson on Dec 9, 2024
     | 427 views

    A sermon for the second Sunday of Advent, Year C

    December 8, 2024 Rev. Mary Erickson Hope Lutheran Church Luke 3:1-18 Prepare the Way Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. The Romans were great road builders. They believed in roads. The picture here is a section of an ancient ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Preparations Series

    Contributed by Wesley Bishop on Mar 15, 2004
    based on 14 ratings
     | 5,424 views

    This is an Advent sermon.

    Intro: Preparations for Christmas: decorations, shopping, food, company, travel, programs, parties, etc., etc. Read Luke 3:1-6. John the Baptist prepared the way for Jesus’ ministry. Misconceptions about the Messiah’s first coming. Thought to be political and military. Reality it was spiritual. ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    Developing Integrity

    Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Nov 15, 2009
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     | 5,777 views

    Integrity is to live a transparent life in the presence of God.

    Integrity = moral soundness, honesty, freedom from corrupting influence or motive 1. Make a choice - Note the - “I will”will behave v.1 "I will sing" - Attitude v2. "I will behave" - Be, Being or Live -.2 "I will walk" - - Action - v.3 "I will set (regard) no wicked thing - Think - v. 4 "I will ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Preparing For The Glory

    Contributed by Fernando Cabrera on Jul 19, 2005
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     | 3,868 views

    There are four steps we need to take to prepare for the glory to appear

    Preparing for the Glory Luke 3:4-6 Morning Session II 1. Valleys – LOW PLACES a. Represent the low places in our lives i. Valley speaks of what is lacking b. It speaks of what is down: i. Low self-esteem ii. Depression iii. Doubt and defeat iv. Shame c. God wants to fill what is empty i. John ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Lights To A Dark World!

    Contributed by Jimmy Haile on Mar 15, 2015
     | 11,391 views

    Being the light in a dark world

    Philippians 2:14-15-Do all things without complaining and disputing, that you may become blameless and harmless, children of God without fault in the midst of a crooked and perverse generation, among whom you shine as lights in the world, If you go into Lowes, if you walk down the middle isle, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist