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  • PAUL HARDY avatar

    Encounter Three. The High Priest And Pontius Pilate. (Includes Discussion Questions At The End) Series

    Contributed by Paul Hardy on May 3, 2022
     | 1,479 views

    To encounter Jesus is to find the truth people are seeking! We must learn to listen to, walk in and practice THE TRUTH.

    THE HIGH PRIEST AND PONTIUS PILATE What is the main idea of the message? We must learn to listen to, walk in and practice THE TRUTH. Jesus washed his disciple’s feet in love and compassion. Pilate washed his hands in disdain and rejection. Truth. noun, 'trüth, plural truths\ ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Should I Care What You Think About Me?

    Contributed by Derrick Tuper on May 5, 2022
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    Have you ever heard someone say, 'I don't care what people think about me'? Should we care what people think about us? Well...yes and no.

    SHOULD I CARE WHAT YOU THINK ABOUT ME? John 8:48-54 Have you ever heard someone say, 'I don't care what people think about me'? Most of the time when I hear someone say this there's an edge to it, telling me that deep down they really do care; otherwise their tone would be ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    "Pharaoh Stops The Complaining Of The Israelite Overseers ( Who Represent The People Of Israel).” Series

    Contributed by John Lowe on Jun 3, 2022
     | 1,175 views

    Following the happy result of their conversation with the elders, Moses and Aaron are ready to go to Pharaoh. Undoubtedly, they have been emboldened by the elders’ acceptance of everything the Lord had told them to say. They performed the signs, and the elders believed.

    Tom Lowe <tomlowe6869@yahoo.com> To: Mary Hauck , Chloé Link , Chloe Sullens , Manny Link , Lucas Sullens and 5 more... Fri, Jun 3 at 6:45 AM A better title would be: “Pharaoh stops the complaining of the Israelite overseers ( who represent the people of Israel).” 15 Then the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Blue Christmas

    Contributed by Davon Huss on Dec 7, 2022
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,156 views

    Our comfort from God is based on... (Material adapted from Brandon Web at: http://www.brandonweb.com/sermons/sermonpages/isaiah11.htm)

    HoHum: “Blue Christmas” is one of the all time holiday classics each year during Christmas time. The heartbreaking song captures how lonely the season can be without the one we love, which is probably why it’s been a staple for over 70 years. The song was written in 1948. The most famous version ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Sticks And Stones May Break My Bones, But God Will Always Heal Me.

    Contributed by Rick Chapman on Dec 22, 2022
     | 2,090 views

    Here in these verses Stephen was stoned to death. He was the first apostle that was killed because of the gospel of Jesus Christ.

    STICKS AND STONES MAY BREAK MY BONES, BUT GOD WILL ALWAYS HEAL ME. Acts- chapter 7 verse 54-60 Here in these verses Stephen was stoned to death. He was the first apostle that was killed because of the gospel of Jesus Christ. Stephen in the first part of this chapter was on trial for preaching the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    "you Shall Not Murder" Series

    Contributed by Jon Daniels on Jul 11, 2022
     | 1,594 views

    Based on Ex. 20:13 - Challenges hearers to live as God's people who stand for life.

    “YOU SHALL NOT MURDER” Exodus 20:13 FBCF – 7/10/22 Jon Daniels INTRO – Just celebrated Independence Day – our freedom – Fireworks, flags, red, white, & blue everywhere – receptionist at my doctor’s office had red, white, & blue fingernails. Love this nation & love our ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Defeated Christians Forget.

    Contributed by Howard Strickland on Jul 14, 2022
     | 2,354 views

    Defeated Christians have forgotten who they are. How easy it is to forget what Jesus Christ has done and who we are in Him, especially when we fail.

    Defeated Christians Forget. 2 Peter 1:3-11ESV Defeated Christians have forgotten who they are. How easy it is to forget what Jesus Christ has done and who we are in Him, especially when we fail. As soon as we stumble, the accuser of the brethren is right there to tell us what sorry sinners and no ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Is Time Running Out? Part 1 Series

    Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Jul 18, 2022
     | 2,157 views

    2-part series on the importance of knowing who we fight, what signs to look for, and how the Church must learn how to stand firm in these trying times.

    Is Time Running Out (Part 1)? 2 Thessalonians 2:1-12 Introduction - This morning, we’ll begin a 2-part message simply called … "Is Time Running Out? -- When we consider all that is going on today, we must be cognizant of time -- Time is one of our most precious commodities – really is a ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    From Fear To Faith

    Contributed by Mary Erickson on Aug 8, 2022
     | 2,434 views

    A sermon for the Sundays after Pentecost, Year C, Lectionary 19

    August 7, 2022 Rev. Mary Erickson Hope Lutheran Church Genesis 15:1-6; Luke 12:32-40 From Fear to Faith Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. Two explorers were on a jungle safari when suddenly a ferocious lion jumped in front of ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Navigating The Valleys And The Mountain Tops

    Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Apr 26, 2023
     | 2,347 views

    Who would not like the Lord to help us navigate the highs and lows in our life?

    Navigating the valleys and Mountain tops of our life Hinds Feet and High Places Psalm 18:33, Habakkuk 3:19 Introduction and greeting- Good morning, we are glad that you have joined us! Please turn to Psalm 18 as we begin this morning- Prayer- I have titled the message- Navigating the valleys ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

  • Alison Bucklin avatar

    Return To The Gold Standard

    Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Jun 6, 2023
     | 1,081 views

    "Doing to others as you would have them do to you" is another way of saying "Love your neighbor as yourself," which isn't easy. Love seeks their long term good, not their short term happiness.

    About 50 years before Jesus’ time, two famous rabbis were competing for the future of Judaism. One, Rabbi Shammai, was an engineer known for the strictness of his views. The Talmud - that is, the authoritative commentary on the Hebrew scriptures - tells that a gentile came to Shammai and told him ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Roshelle Brenneise avatar

    Paul's 3rd Missionary Journey Series

    Contributed by Roshelle Brenneise on Nov 10, 2023
     | 1,188 views

    After spending some time in Antioch, Paul left and traveled from place to place throughout the region of Galatia and Phrygia

    November 11, 2023 Prologue After spending some time in Antioch, Paul, once again had itchy feet. It was time to return to Galatia and Phrygia. Meanwhile, a Jew named Apollos, who was originally from Alexandria Egypt, went to Ephesus. He had a thorough knowledge of scripture and he taught in ...read more

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    Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

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    1st Advent - Hope

    Contributed by William Akehurst on Dec 4, 2023
     | 1,528 views

    What is hope? Where do we find hope? How do we get hope? What do we hope in? Who do we put our hope in? We have something others are looking for – HOPE. We must be ready to share the Reason for our hope. Answer: My HOPE is built on nothing less than JESUS' Blood and Righteousness!

    2023.12.03.Sermon Notes. 1st Advent – HOPE William Akehurst, HSWC BIG IDEA. As we begin our ADVENT calendar, the 1st Advent is HOPE. What is hope? Where do we find hope? How do we get hope? What do we hope in? Who do we put our hope in? We have something others are looking for – hope. Share the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Wade Martin Hughes, Sr avatar

    Denial, Coping Skills! Cock-A-Doodle-Doo

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jan 13, 2024
     | 670 views

    We seldom want to evaluate how easy it is to deny and palliate our words and behavior. WHAT DO YOU SEE?

    COPING SKILLS: COCK—A—DOODLE—DO! DELUSIONAL! By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com (YouTube: Wade Hughes) **DELUSION: mistaken, a false teaching despite evidence, believing what is not true. CAN I GET AWAY WITH THIS.? THERE ARE SEVERAL DEEP THOUGHTS THAT ARE HARD TO CATCH THE ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Dr. Dave Hartson avatar

    Do People See Jesus In Me? Series

    Contributed by Dr. Dave Hartson on Jul 11, 2023
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,313 views

    When we allow a lost and dying world to see Jesus in us, it goes to the glory and praise of God.

    Introduction We come to our third and final message in this series today. If you remember the first two messages Paul is praying for the entire church family at Philippi. There are problems in this house church at Philippi, mainly a couple of people are not getting along, and so instead of praying ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist