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  • Ed Taylor avatar

    Sin Shall Not Have Dominion Over You Series

    Contributed by Ed Taylor on Dec 23, 2008
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     | 8,336 views

    You are free from sin in Jesus Christ!

    1. The power of sin seems so strong at times doesn’t it? • The tug, the pull, the pressure, the battle, the struggle! • It can get to the point where it seems & feels overwhelming. • BUT IN Jesus CHRIST, the power of sin has been broken. THROUGH CH6 of Romans, Paul has been giving us TOOLS/TRUTHS ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Messianic Prophecies

    Contributed by Douglas Turner on Jan 6, 2009
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    i. There are two prophecies regarding the King of Kings in just two verses. In verse 9 we have a prediction of the First Appearance of Jesus Christ, and beginning in verse 10 we have a prophecy regarding the Return of Jesus Christ.

    1. A Prophecy Regarding the Coming of an Earthly King a. The Destruction of Phoenicia, Syria, and Philistia i. Our text begins today with an “oracle” or a “burden” describing the Lord’s judgment on Syria, Phoenicia, and Philistia, the traditional enemies of Israel. ii. Most evangelical scholars ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Spiritual Warfare

    Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Jan 19, 2009
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    Peter’s view of handling Spiritual Warfare

    SPIRITUAL WAREFARE 1 Peter 5:8-11 * God uses few things to teach us like He uses “experience.” For instance, in the matter of raising children you might get one kind of answer from a non-parent and an entirely different one from a parent. The reason is because the non-parent offers what the text ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Nehemiah 3 - Enemies Outside Series

    Contributed by Stephen Sheane on Mar 3, 2010
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     | 7,183 views

    To finnish the work we need to overcome discouragement, overcome fear and always be ready to resist the enemy.

    ENEMIES FROM OUTSIDE A few years ago I was invited to play basketball at the Union centre in Chicago. We were just an average bunch of guys trying to get some excercise. As we were warming up a guy came up and asked if his team could play against us. We said sure. They ended up being the farm ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

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    The Treasure Of Pain

    Contributed by Pastor Johnathan Bloch on Mar 6, 2010
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    Sermon on building pearls from our injuries.

    THE TREASURE OF PAIN REV 21:21 Sermon by: Pastor John Bloch Firestone Park Baptist Church. Akron, Ohio A man was exploring some caves by the sea shore. In one of the caves he found a canvas bag with a bunch of hardened clay balls. It was like someone had rolled the clay balls and left them ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Just War, Or Just A War? Series

    Contributed by Ken Mckinley on Mar 10, 2010
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     | 5,883 views

    Sermon 24 of our series on the Baptist Faith and Message

    Peace and War (BFM #24) A Just War; or Just A War? Text: James 4:1 By: Ken McKinley (Read Text) Now today’s sermon should be required listening for any person running for the office of President of the United States of America. Now if you’ve been with us here at church or following along at home ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    I Love You But…

    Contributed by Thomas Bowen on Nov 20, 2008
     | 2,872 views

    Why does our way of expressing love change so much over time.

    I love you but… 1 Corinthians 13:4-8A The word “Love” has been distorted to mean a lot less that I think it should. It happens so innocently and easily. We decide that we want a word more powerful than like. So, we love that dress, cheesecake, chocolate cake, but it cheapens the word when we ...read more

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    Denomination: Congregational

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    Influencing People Through Holy Living

    Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Nov 24, 2008
     | 4,129 views

    Our witness and our testimony is the greatest gift of evangelism. How we present Christ is how the unchurch will see Christ.

    Influencing people through Holy living Colossians 4:1-6 Introduction- This morning we will be looking at Colossians 4:1-6. The book sits between Philippians and 1 Thessalonians. If I had to sum up the book in a few words, I would say the supremacy of Christ ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    Is The Holy Bible The True Word Of God?

    Contributed by William D. Brown on Dec 10, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,101 views

    Today we’re going to talk for a little while on the many truths we have showing us that the Holy Bible is the True Word of God.

    IS THE HOLY BIBLE THE TRUE WORD OF GOD? PS.119: 89 +140 +160 Today we’re going to talk for a little while on the many truths we have showing us that the Holy Bible is the True Word of God. There are many books today that claim to be the Word of God. The Koran, the Islam holy ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Memorial Day: Reflecting On The Sacrifice, Yet Looking To Hope

    Contributed by Sterling Franklin on May 30, 2011
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    On Memorial Day, we remember the lives and reflect on the sacrifice of loved ones lost in times of war. Let this also be a Memorial Day in which we look to Jesus, reflect on His Sacrifice, and grasp the hope that only comes through Him.

    5/29/11 Given by Sterling C. Franklin @ Glorious King Jesus Christian Church (GKJ:CC) Memorial Day: Reflecting on the Sacrifice, yet Looking to Hope - Opening Prayer - Is anyone here a vet? Please stand. I know it isn’t quite Veteran’s Day, but we would still like to honor you today. Some ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Establishing A Standard Of Living

    Contributed by Curry Pikkaart on Jun 22, 2011
     | 4,702 views

    What is your standard of living? Against what do you measure the quality and subtance of your life?

    “Between the Lines: Establishing a Standard of Living” Romans 1:1-17 There are standards for almost everything. Educational institutions have academic standards for students; governmental bodies have security standards for employees; military organizations have standards of conduct for ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Why Belong To A Local Church

    Contributed by Jerry Flury on Jun 26, 2011
    based on 14 ratings
     | 19,811 views

    Many go for years without ever becoming an active member in a local congregation. A myriad of excuses are given for not joining. We need to understand what the church is and the reasons for belonging to a local church.

    Why Belong to a Local Church? Acts 2:41-47 Introduction: Often I meet people who have become Christians but for whatever reason fail to follow Christ in baptism and to become members of a Bible believing church. Some have been obedient in baptism but go for years without ever becoming an active ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Hope For The Hopeless

    Contributed by Jimmy Haile on Jul 16, 2011
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     | 10,467 views

    Definition Of HOPE = H-aving O-nly P-ositive E-xpectation.

    Hope For The Hopeless! July 17, 2011 Psalm 43:5 A few years ago a group of salesmen went to a regional sales convention in Chicago. They had assured their wives that they would be home in ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Call To Adventure

    Contributed by Jerry Flury on Jul 17, 2011
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     | 5,819 views

    The call of Christianity is a call to adventure, an exciting undertaking , offering a remarkable experience and reward.

    A Call to Adventure Matthew 19:16-30 The Call of Christianity Introduction: The call of Christianity is a call to adventure. Adventure is defined as an exciting and uncertain undertaking attended by risk and peril, offering a remarkable experience and/or reward. Quite often an ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Life-Changing View Of God Series

    Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Jul 20, 2012
    based on 4 ratings
     | 12,893 views

    David shares his view of God that can change our life!

    INTRODUCTION • SLIDE #1 • I you take the time to examine the life of David; you will find that David lived an interesting life. He lived a life that at times you could see his faith in God shine through and at other times he seemed to struggle to find his bearings. • No matter how far off David ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ