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  • Derek Geldart avatar

    Answering The Skeptics Series

    Contributed by Derek Geldart on Mar 5, 2016
     | 5,636 views

    This sermon outlines five ways in which Christians can present the Gospel message to unbelievers in a God-fearing manner.

    ANSWERING THE SKEPTICS So far we have answered some really difficult questions that are often posed by non-believers. First, how can God be just when he allows the innocent to suffer and second, is our faith blind. Today we are going to look at the third difficult question: Question #3: How ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Kelvin McKisic avatar

    Ex-Men

    Contributed by Kelvin Mckisic on Jan 8, 2011
     | 4,487 views

    How we can be Satan's ex.

    Ex-Men John 3:1-7 “There was a man of the Pharisees, named Nicodemus, a ruler of the Jews: The same came to Jesus by night, and said unto him, Rabbi, we know that thou art a teacher come from God: for no man can do these miracles that thou doest, except God be with him. Jesus answered and ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Paul Andrew avatar

    Sixth Sunday In Ordinary Time, Year B-- Heal

    Contributed by Paul Andrew on Jan 14, 2024
     | 782 views

    The answer to the “tsunami of secularism” is nothing less than a tsunami of the Spirit.

    In the film “Dead Man Walking,” there is a striking moment of contrasting pastoral styles. As the condemned prisoner, Matthew Poncelet, walks to his execution, the prison chaplain, Father Farley, suddenly appears to offer his blessing — a dispassionate ritual performed from a safe distance. ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

  • W Pat Cunningham avatar

    God Plans A Surprise Party Series

    Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Mar 12, 2024
     | 865 views

    Jesus is telling all that He is about to fulfill the prophecy of Ezekiel.

    Saturday of the Fourth Week in Lent 2024 So what words were those that convinced a number of Christ’s listeners that He was (and is) the prophet foretold by Moses and so many other of the early prophets? Our lectionary is not very helpful there, so we go right to chapter 7 of St. John’s Gospel and ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

  • David Taylor avatar

    Brought To Life; Brought Together

    Contributed by David Taylor on Sep 3, 2024
     | 354 views

    Paul continues the theme of God’s initiative in salvation.

    We are in our series, Brought to Life; Brought Together, from the New Testament letter Ephesians, looking at chapter two today so if you have your bibles, turn to Ephesians 2:1-7. Paul continues the theme of God’s initiative in salvation. He does by painting a bleak picture of the human ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Paul Fritz avatar

    How To Reckon Yourself As Dead To The Law And United To Christ

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 21 ratings
     | 3,693 views

    How To Reckon Yourself As Dead to the Law and United to Christ (Rom. 7:1-6)

    How To Reckon Yourself As Dead to the Law and United to Christ (Rom. 7:1-6) Illustration;Sometimes we as Christians need to stop along life’s road and look back. Although it might have been winding and steep, we can see how God directed us by His faithfulness. Here’s how F.E. Marsh described what ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Mark Thornton avatar

    Following Jesus To The Cross #3 - Dead Man Walking Series

    Contributed by Mark Thornton on Nov 21, 2001
    based on 265 ratings
     | 23,981 views

    This is the third message in a series that looks at Jesus final few days before He was crucified. This message considers the anxiety that Jesus was feeling and how He faced His fears on the way to the cross.

    INTRODUCTION If you were given a choice, how would you Choose to Die? -- In an accident - quick & relatively painless? -- In your sleep? -- Surrounded by your friends and loved ones? Of course, none of us are given the choice of how we die -- we don’t know until the moment comes. Jesus, ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    ( The Testimony Of A Man Who Considered Himself A Dead Dog )

    Contributed by Derrick White Sr on Jun 27, 2020
    based on 1 rating
     | 10,339 views

    NONE OF US IS GOING TO DIE UNTIL GOD `S PURPOSE ,PLAN AND PROMISES ARE FULFILL IN OUR LIVES

    (GW) 2 Samuel 9:6-8 6  When Mephibosheth (son of Jonathan and grandson of Saul) came to David, he quickly bowed down with his face touching the ground. “Mephibosheth!” David said to him. “Yes, sir,” he answered. 7  “Don't be afraid,” David told him, “I will certainly show you ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Steve Ely avatar

    The Art Of War - Pt. 1 - Waking Up Dead Series

    Contributed by Steve Ely on Jul 2, 2017
     | 8,293 views

    Security systems. Car alarms. But are you still vulnerable? Defenseless? Feel like you are under attack? Are you dressed for battle? Let's learn the "Art of War!"

    The Art of War Pt. 1 - Waking Up Dead I. Introduction In Harm’s Way, released in 1965, and starring a truly great actor in John Wayne, has a lengthy opening depicting Navy dances and various romances occurring on Saturday night December 6, 1941. Sailors and military personnel in Hawaii prior to ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Rev. Samuel Arimoro avatar

    Character Study Of Lazarus – Raised From The Dead By Jesus Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 25, 2025
     | 511 views

    Lazarus’ life demonstrates Jesus’ power over death, the importance of divine timing, and the impact of a testimony. His story reminds us that no situation is too hopeless for God to restore. Like Lazarus, we must believe in Jesus, trust His word, and live as testimonies of His resurrection power.

    CHARACTER STUDY OF LAZARUS – RAISED FROM THE DEAD BY JESUS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: John 11:1-44 "Jesus said to her, 'I am the resurrection and the life. Whoever believes in me, though he die, yet shall he live.'" – John 11:25 Supporting Texts: John 12:1-11, Luke ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Benjamin Utomo avatar

    Five Evidence Jesus Really Rose From The Dead!

    Contributed by Benjamin Utomo on Apr 15, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,248 views

    When the disciples knew that Jesus had risen from the dead, their sorrow turned to great joy; their fear turned to boldness. Their faith in Jesus grew stronger, therefore, they were willing to risk their lives for Jesus.

    Introduction: Let's read Matthew 28:1-15. On Feb. 27, 1991, at the height of Desert Storm, Ruth Dillow received a heartbroken message from the Pentagon. It stated that her son, Clayton Carpenter, Private 1st Class, had stepped on a mine in Kuwait and was dead. Ruth Dillow later wrote, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Rev. Samuel Arimoro avatar

    When God Turns Dead Ends Into Divine Destinations

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on May 31, 2025
     | 381 views

    You may be at a point in your life where it seems like all options are gone—financially, emotionally, spiritually, or relationally. But remember: dead ends are not dead to God. He sees a path where you see a wall. What looks like the end is often the beginning of something greater in His plan.

    WHEN GOD TURNS DEAD ENDS INTO DIVINE DESTINATIONS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Exodus 14:1-31 Supporting Texts: Isaiah 43:19, Romans 8:28, Jeremiah 29:11, Psalm 37:23-24 INTRODUCTION: There are moments in life when we find ourselves stuck between impossible situations—like the Israelites ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • James Groce avatar

    An Overview Of The Seven Churches Of Revelation

    Contributed by James Groce on Aug 19, 2002
    based on 71 ratings
     | 13,861 views

    These letters deal with the good, bad, and the ugly.

    -------------------------------------- Bible Study: An Overview of The Seven Churches of Revelation -------------------------------------- In chapters two and three of Revelation we have an address from the Lord to the seven churches of Asia. These letters deal with the good, bad, and the ugly. ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Dr.W.Samuel Legon avatar

    The Kind Of Church We Need Today Is A Glorious Church.

    Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on Aug 8, 2019
     | 5,113 views

    We need to Praise God not man.

    The kind of Church we need today is a Glorious church. Ephesians 5: 27 That he might present it to himself a glorious church, not having spot, or wrinkle, or any such thing; but that it should be holy and without blemish. Remember the church is the body ,bride and building of the Lord Jesus ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • W Pat Cunningham avatar

    Catch-22 Is A Two-Edged Sword Series

    Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Feb 4, 2022
     | 1,110 views

    Best of all, when all of us are dead and forgotten, the Church will continue to speak the truth, in season and out.

    Homily for Monday of 5th Week in Course Mk 6:53-56 Some time ago the local newspaper ran a story about a Catholic layman who has a healing ministry. The word “miracle” is something like a fighting word in our age of skepticism. We have been trained in science class from our earliest years to ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic