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  • Michael Luke avatar

    The New Name Series

    Contributed by Michael Luke on Mar 16, 2009
    based on 3 ratings
     | 7,860 views

    A look at what it means to be a Christian

    SERIES: “BE NEW” “NEW NAME” ACTS 11:19-30 What’s in a name? In Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet, Juliet asks that very question. She follows that question with this comment: “That which we call a rose By any other name would smell as sweet.” Romeo and Juliet’s families are feuding – the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    A Sustaining Family: Abundantly Living Series

    Contributed by Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid on Mar 7, 2021
     | 2,189 views

    Greetings In The Holy Name Of Jesus Yahshuah, My sisters and brothers, in my book, Divine, of yesteryear resonated in the law and children of Israel ...

    A Sustaining Family: Abundantly Living by Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid (March 7, 2021) “And these words, which I command thee this day, shall be in thine heart: And thou shalt teach them diligently unto thy children, and shalt talk of them when thou ...read more

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    Denomination: Friends

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    Citizens Of Heaven

    Contributed by Denn Guptill on May 6, 2023
     | 2,923 views

    Christ's followers are called citizens of heaven, and this message looks at what that means.

    Live as Citizens of Heaven Can you remember the last time you received a letter? A letter, not an email but a letter? And not a letter from the CRA or your bank, but a personal letter. A letter from a friend, delivered in an envelope, with a stamp by Canada Post? Seriously, have you ever ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    Selfless In A Selfie World Series

    Contributed by Pat Damiani on Aug 16, 2022
    based on 2 ratings
     | 4,640 views

    Churches make an impact for the gospel when they choose to be selfless in a selfie world

    NOTE: This is a manuscript, and not a transcript of this message. The actual presentation of the message differed from the manuscript through the leading of the Holy Spirit. Therefore, it is possible, and even likely that there is material in this manuscript that was not included in the live ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    "When Standing Alone..." Series

    Contributed by Michael Stark on May 6, 2017
     | 10,414 views

    Christians who pursue honouring Christ can anticipate standing alone against the enemies of Christ. How shall the child of God react when compelled to stand alone, without even a fellow saint to stand with him or her?

    “At my first defense, no one came to stand by me, but all deserted me. May it not be charged against them! But the Lord stood by me and strengthened me, so that through me the message might be fully proclaimed and all the Gentiles might hear it. So, I was rescued from the lion’s mouth. The Lord ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Walking Together In Christian Love

    Contributed by Kevin Higgins on Feb 12, 2006
    based on 14 ratings
     | 11,454 views

    Exercising Christian love will result in two things.

    Acts 9:23-31 Walking Together in Christian Love Woodlawn Missionary Baptist Church February 12, 2006 Introduction I heard about a young man that said to his father at breakfast one morning, "Dad, I’m going to get married." "How do you know you’re ready to get married?" asked the father. "Are you ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Logic & Illogic Of The Resurrection Series

    Contributed by Tom Fuller on Jul 12, 2004
    based on 29 ratings
     | 4,195 views

    When it comes to understanding God, logic is important - but when we use human standards of logic we can miss God completely. Find out what illogical ideas people have about God. This study also explains ways to tell why you believe what you believe.

    Find more Bible studies and audio at www.LivingWatersWeb.com Introduction Logic is a great thing. No, I’m not Vulcan, but I like to think logically when I can. In fact, God supports logic when He says: “Come now let us reason together, though your sins be as scarlet, they shall be white as ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

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    Can Israel Survive In A Hostile World?

    Contributed by Gordon Norman on May 8, 2002
    based on 66 ratings
     | 7,000 views

    This sermon gives biblical & historical insight into the right & assurance of Israel’s existence & challenges the church to raise its voice in support of the Jewish people.

    “Can Israel Survive In A Hostile World?” (Ezekiel 37:1-14) Preached April 14th 2002 For the last 18 months we have all watched the turbulent events in the Middle East. We’ve witnessed the aguish resulting from the shootings, the suicide bombings & in the last couple of weeks we’ve seen the ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Equipping Factor Series

    Contributed by Lance Hostetter on Apr 15, 2013
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,962 views

    This sermon examines how Jesus prepared his disciples after the resurrection and prior to the ascenion.

    “The Equipping Factor” Luke 24:36-49 Introduction: Asking a man or woman to go to war to fight and possibly die for a cause is one thing. Sending someone to battle with the right training or tools to defend themselves is a whole other thing. Illustartions from the Korean War: NO ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    06 The Valley Of War Series

    Contributed by Darren Rogers on Mar 22, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,280 views

    As a Christian, you are in a constant battle - how well equipped are you?

    The Valley Of War – 15th February 2009 am Zechariah 12:11 What is the first thing that comes to your mind when you think of this valley? Megiddon / Megiddo means place of crowds – this valley will be the scene of the final war this world will see. The true Christian life is one of constant ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Received By Revelation Series

    Contributed by John Lowe on Mar 1, 2018
     | 4,438 views

    The message for his readers is that the Gospel he preaches was given to him by Jesus Christ; there is not a spark of human creativity in it, or the slightest touch of human cunning. It is not of, by, or from man. It is not according to man. . .

    August 25, 2013 The Epistle of Paul the Apostle to the Galatians Tom Lowe Chapter II.A Received by Revelation (1:11-12) Galatians 1.11-12 (KJV) 11 But I certify you, brethren, that the Gospel which was preached of me is not after man. 12 For I neither received it of man, neither was I taught ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Peace In Spite Of Panic Series

    Contributed by Gordon Curley on Apr 5, 2022
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,164 views

    “Peace in spite of panic” Acts chapter 19 verses 21-41 – sermon by Gordon Curley (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

    SERMON OUTLINE: The Uproar at Ephesus (vs 21-28) The Turmoil in Ephesus (vs 29-34) The Reprieve at Ephesus (vs 35-41) SERMON BODY: Ill: • Hello - English • Bonjour - French • Guten tag - German • Namaste - greeting practiced most in the Indian Subcontinent. • Ciao - Italian • Olá - ...read more

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    Denomination: Brethren

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    Is Your Theology Oppressive Or Liberating?

    Contributed by Kelly Durant on Feb 27, 2016
     | 2,535 views

    A brief history of the church leading up to the question of what theology is the most advanced and why.

    Is Your Theology Oppressive or Liberating? Captain Kelly Durant Peter 1:15 but as He who called you is holy, you also be holy in all your conduct,16 because it is written, “Be holy, for I am holy.” 2. As time goes on usually there is progress and ...read more

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    Denomination: Salvation Army

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    "Exhortations To Excellence" Series

    Contributed by Clark Tanner on Feb 15, 2007
    based on 7 ratings
     | 6,956 views

    Sermon 16 in a study in 1 & 2 Peter

    “Therefore, I exhort the elders among you, as your fellow elder and witness of the sufferings of Christ, and a partaker also of the glory that is to be revealed, 2 shepherd the flock of God among you, exercising oversight not under compulsion, but voluntarily, according to the will of God; and ...read more

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    Denomination: Orthodox

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    God's Dramedy Series

    Contributed by Michael Luke on Sep 27, 2004
    based on 24 ratings
     | 5,046 views

    In strife or in humorous situations, God is still in control.

    SERIES: “LESSONS FROM THE EARLY CHURCH” TEXT: ACTS 12:1-25 TITLE: “GOD’S DRAMEDY” INTRODUCTION: A. Are you confused by the title of this message? 1. It’s probably because you’ve never heard the term dramedy ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ