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  • Tim Patrick avatar

    What Is The Meaning Of Jesus Death? Series

    Contributed by Tim Patrick on Sep 11, 2006
    based on 11 ratings
     | 26,407 views

    Look with us at three reasons behind Jesus death.

    This is the second sermon in a series on John 3:16. The first sermon examined the question “What Is God Like?” Today we examine the question “What Is The Meaning of Jesus Death?” In John 3:16 we read that God “gave His only begotten son.” What is the meaning behind that gift? Jesus death had a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Abortion - A Matter Of Life And Death Series

    Contributed by Scott Kircher on May 19, 2008
    based on 44 ratings
     | 10,802 views

    What does the Bible say about Life and what does that mean in regards to abortion.

    Abortion - A Matter of Life or Death God Gives Life… … that Reflects His Image Abortion ends a life that God gave There is forgiveness for those who have been involved in an abortion There is judgment for those who have closed their eyes to abortion There is hope to overcome the culture of ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    What Happens After Death

    Contributed by Bala Samson on May 31, 2021
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    After a person’s death, the familiar and usual statement that we hear is” he/she is gone to be with the Lord. I ponder: ’Was he with the Lord while on earth to be with God after death?’

    What happens after death…. Hebrews 9:27”Just as people are destined to die once, and after that to face judgment.” After a person’s death, the familiar and usual statement that we hear is” he/she is gone to be with the Lord. I ponder: ’Was he with the Lord while on earth to be with God after ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Sin Leading Unto Death

    Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Feb 9, 2022
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    The Bible tells us that there is a sin that leads unto death - one single sin - and it might not be what we expect. In fact, this one disqualifying sin will exclude us from ever going to heaven and receiving eternal life. So, what is this sin?

    If there was a crime worthy of death, what would it be? Would it be murder, rape, spouse abuse, adultery, theft, gambling, or perhaps lying? Many of us would say that murder is worthy of the death penalty; and if any of us had a child that were raped, we would probably believe the person who ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Beatific Vision, And The Death Of A Martyr

    Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Apr 18, 2017
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    Stephen's message and martyrdom. The church's witness.

    A BEATIFIC VISION, AND A MARTYR’S DEATH. Acts 7:55-60. This chapter contains Stephen’s retelling of Israel’s history, highlighting their resistance against God, and their unfair treatment of His messengers. It began with the members of the council looking steadfastly at him, and seeing his face ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Wilson Oshorakpor avatar

    The Choice Between Life And Death

    Contributed by Wilson Oshorakpor on Sep 14, 2020
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    The choice of life and death is in your hands. Nobody can make that decision for you. Your lifestyle on earth determines where you will spend eternity.

    “Now listen! Today I am giving you a choice between life and death, between prosperity and disaster...Today I have given you the choice between life and death, between blessings and curses. Now I call on heaven and earth to witness the choice you make. Oh, that you would choose life, so that you ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Michael Collins avatar

    15 The First Death Wish Series

    Contributed by Michael Collins on Oct 29, 2020
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     | 2,395 views

    This is the 15th of 31 devotions from a series called, 'The Church Called Jonah.' In these devotions, which are based on the book of Jonah, I make a comparison between The Church-at-large in the light of this present global pandemic.

    # 15 – The First Death Wish Jonah 1:12: “And he said to them, ‘Pick me up and throw me into the sea; then the sea will become calm for you. For I know that this great tempest is because of me.’” In our previous devotion we saw how the sailors asked Jonah what they should do to him so that the sea ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Conversion Of Aeneas And Death Of Dorcas Series

    Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Jan 27, 2021
     | 4,392 views

    Church growth has always faced with two events. One is the Conversion experience, and the other is the death of the believers. Little flock found with multitudes of numerous population.

    Acts 9:32-43 Conversion of Aeneas and Death of Dorcas 9:32-35 Conversion of People at Sharon and Lydda 9:36-39 Works of Dorcas 9:40-43 Death and Life of Dorcas Introduction: Church growth has always faced with two events. One is the Conversion experience, and the other is the death of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Jeffery Anselmi avatar

    The Power Over Life And Death Series

    Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Mar 5, 2021
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     | 5,800 views

    Jesus’s power to resurrect the ruler’s daughter announces God’s limitless power over life and death.

    INTRODUCTION • What is one of the things we fear most in life? • Can you share a few things that “OTHER” people fear? • I read through various lists that included public speaking, spiders, snakes, heights, darkness, rats, dentists in a variety of orders, to name a few. • One thing that was one ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Our Enemy...death... Defeated!

    Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Mar 24, 2016
    based on 1 rating
     | 8,632 views

    Easter. The Resurrection of Jesus divides the believer from the non believer. The physical resurrection of Jesus shatters the grip of the fear of death. (Heb. 2:14) One can not separate the facts of the cross from the empty tomb. "The Theography" Sweet

    In Jesus Holy Name March 27, 2016 Easter Sunday Redeemer Text: Matthew 28:1,5-6 “Our Enemy – Death- Defeated” He is risen! He is risen indeed! Easter is the ultimate test of faith. The one great watershed that ultimately divides believers ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Chris Appleby avatar

    The Cross - The Answer To Sickness And Death Series

    Contributed by Chris Appleby on Feb 20, 2015
     | 6,628 views

    The cross heals our spiritual illnesses but it also shows that God can bring physical healing. So it's right to pray that God would heal.

    Sermon by Rev George Hemmings Part of a series based on The Cross of Christ by Dr Leon Morris At the start of this year, Sarah forced me to do something I've never done before. It was a completely new experience, one that I didn't feel entirely comfortable with, and still struggle to believe has ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    Validity Of Near Death Experiences

    Contributed by John Gaston on Apr 24, 2014
     | 7,278 views

    The movie "Heaven is for Real" has reopened the conversation of the validity of near death experiences (NDEs). This message looks at what NDEs are, the controversies about them, and the confirmation that they can be for God's Word.

    VALIDITY OF NEAR DEATH EXPERIENCES “Heaven is For Real” Commentary INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: WHEN NOTHING HURTS 1. Renee and Daniel had been married for over 50 years. One morning, they both awoke from a good night’s sleep. As usual, Daniel reached over and took her hand in his. ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Freddy Fritz avatar

    Jesus Foretells His Death Series

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Apr 26, 2014
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,528 views

    Jesus' foretelling of his death in Luke 9:21-22 teaches us the necessity of his suffering.

    Scripture In our study of the life and ministry of Jesus in The Gospel of Luke we have come to a decisive moment. Last time, in our study of Luke 9:18-20, we noticed that Jesus asked his twelve disciples, “Who do the crowds say that I am?” And they answered, “John the Baptist. ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Don Schultz avatar

    Death, Judgment Day, And Hope

    Contributed by Don Schultz on Oct 24, 2014
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,253 views

    This past August (Robin Williams) we saw how NOT to grieve. So how shall we?

    1 Thessalonians 4:13 Brothers, we do not want you to be ignorant about those who fall asleep, or to grieve like the rest of men, who have no hope. 14 We believe that Jesus died and rose again and so we believe that God will bring with Jesus those who have fallen asleep in him. 15 According to the ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Kevin L. Jones avatar

    The Deception And Death Of Annanias And Sapphira

    Contributed by Kevin L. Jones on Oct 27, 2014
    based on 6 ratings
     | 19,095 views

    A sermon examining the tragic end of a deceptive couple.

    THE DECEPTION AND DEATH OF ANNANIAS AND SAPPHIRA Acts 5:1-11 (Antioch Baptist Church: Wednesday, October 11th, 2025) “George MacDonald wrote, ‘Half of the misery in the world comes from trying to look instead of trying to be, what one is not.’ The name that Jesus gave to this practice is ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist