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  • Monty Newton avatar

    The Intentions Of The Heart

    Contributed by Monty Newton on Aug 31, 2015
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    Within, is the place where change needs to begin... where good intentions are reflected by godly actions.

    Title: The Intentions of the Heart Text: Mark 7:1-8, 14-15 and 21-23 (Mark 7:1-23) Thesis: Within, is the place where change needs to begin… where good intentions are reflected by godly actions. Introduction There is a project in the works that is doing Depravity Standard research. The ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Zombie Christians

    Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Apr 15, 2018
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     | 17,755 views

    This message used the illustration of a Zombie to explain how Christians can walk on this earth and not beaware of the spiritual power and impact that they are supposed to have and exhibit.

    Zombie Christians Scriptures: Rev. 3:5-6; 15-16; Heb. 10:23-25; James 2:14-24 Since the start of the year I have been sharing with you how we are in a battle. I have focused on the spiritual battle that we are fighting against Satan but starting with this message I will be shifting to the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    God Can't Really Expect ... Series

    Contributed by David Flowers on Feb 13, 2007
     | 3,130 views

    Part 4 of series Every Thought Captive. Dave looks at the lie that God can’t really expect us to live godly lives, and examines the idea of spiritual perfection.

    “God Can’t Really Expect…” Every Thought Captive, part 4 Wildwind Community Church David Flowers February 11, 2007 Does God expect too much of us? Have you ever felt that way? That if God wants us to live better lives, he should just make us better people? Why is it that we are born into a ...read more

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    Denomination: Free Methodist

  • Bill Towns avatar

    Thoughts On Church Membership

    Contributed by Bill Towns on May 5, 2006
    based on 24 ratings
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    What is "church membership" all about? What does it mean? "Just who is a member?"

    SERIES: GENERAL TITLE : THOUGHTS ON CHURCH MEMBERSHIP SCRIPTURE: 1 CORINTHIANS 12:12FF INTRODUCTION: Most of us, for the most part, do not like to be alone all the time. We like being a part of something. Whether that is a group activity or being where other people are, we like being a part of ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Steven Chapman avatar

    More Than A Book

    Contributed by Steven Chapman on Feb 6, 2007
     | 3,005 views

    You may not have valuable antiques in your living room or masterpieces hanging on your walls, but each of you has an invaluable ancient treasure. It’s on your book shelves, or lying on your bedside table. It’s probably lying beside you right now. Go ahead

    More Than A Book 2 Timothy 3:16-17 Brigham Bryant was just a ten year old school boy, but in 2002, he discovered an ancient treasure. He had long admired the dusty painting hanging behind the librarian’s desk at his Connecticut school. It had hung there for seventy years without much notice, but ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Robert Leroe avatar

    Justification By Faith Series

    Contributed by Robert Leroe on May 25, 2014
     | 4,295 views

    The earliest controversy in the church was over a critical matter: What does it mean in practical terms to be a member of God’s family? Also, coming to Christ is an act of self-denial. We are “under new management.”

    Introduction: One thing we can all agree on: People rarely agree! Even in the early church there was conflict; and while we’d prefer unity among believers, disputes happen. In an awkward moment Peter and Paul were at odds. Paul confronted the head of the church to his face…because ...read more

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    Denomination: Congregational

  • Rev. Samuel Arimoro avatar

    Are Sinners More Successful Than Godly People?

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 24, 2025
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    Sinners may appear to succeed, but it is a shadow without substance. Their end is sorrow unless they repent. The godly may seem to struggle now, but they are building an eternal reward that cannot be taken away.

    ARE SINNERS MORE SUCCESSFUL THAN GODLY PEOPLE? By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Psalm 73:1-17 Supporting Texts: Jeremiah 12:1-3, Job 21:7-15, Malachi 3:13-18, Luke 16:19-31, Matthew 6:33 INTRODUCTION: Throughout history, one puzzling question believers have asked is why the ungodly seem to ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Seeking The Good...finding God Series

    Contributed by Bobby Stults on Apr 12, 2010
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     | 8,505 views

    So often we seek after what is good in this world, but what we NEED to find is God! The women of our passage this morning set out seeking to do a good thing, but instead met up with God!

    Sermon Brief Date Written: March 31, 2010 Date Preached: April 4, 2010 -- Resurrection Sunday Where Preached: OPBC Sermon Details: Series Title: Approaching Bethlehem Sermon Title: Seeking Good...Finding God! Sermon Text: Luke 24:2-12 [ESV] 2 And they found the stone rolled away ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jeff Strite avatar

    The Food Sign Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Mar 20, 2017
    based on 14 ratings
     | 36,671 views

    Jesus did many miracles but only 2 are told about in all four Gospels. One is the miracle of Jesus' resurrection... and the other is the miracle of the feeding of the 5000. The question is "Why are these 2 the only miracles listed that in all 4?"

    (Note: I put a large piece of Matzah bread on the communion table for a physical illustration later in the sermon) OPEN: (We put a “McDonald’s sign” – without the word McDonalds – up on the screen) Does anybody recognize this? That’s right, it’s the symbol for McDonalds. The first McDonalds ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Carl Willis avatar

    The Law Served Its Purpose Series

    Contributed by Carl Willis on Jul 17, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 2,620 views

    The law was given for guidance until Christ completed His work on the cross.

    The Law Served Its Purpose Galatians 3:19-26 July 18, 2007 Galatians 3:19-20 (NLT) Well then, why was the law given? It was given to show people how guilty they are. But this system of law was to last only until the coming of the child to whom God’s promise was made. And there is this further ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Dan Raymond avatar

    Love One Another Series

    Contributed by Dan Raymond on Jan 6, 2016
    based on 7 ratings
     | 20,540 views

    Nine times in the NT we are called to love one another. It is echoed by 3 authors in 4 books. It is the one principle on which all the other one anothers depend.It is also the only one another that comes directly from the lips of Jesus.

    Service Opening: What is it in Jesus that so draws people, that wins their allegiance away from every other master, makes them ready to leave all for his sake, and to follow him through peril and sacrifice even to death? Is it his wonderful teaching? Those who heard him declared, “no man ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

  • ABIMBOLA SALU avatar

    Holiness

    Contributed by Abimbola Salu on Oct 12, 2023
     | 2,985 views

    Living a holy life should be the goal of every Christian.

    Living a holy life should be the goal of every Christian. It means that we are separated from the world, as we emulate Jesus Christ daily in our walk with God. This does not mean that we are perfect human beings. It only means that we must do our best to please God. In Hebrews 12:14, the Bible ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Kingdom Life Series

    Contributed by C. Philip Green on Sep 13, 2019
     | 6,707 views

    When you realize that Jesus did not cancel God’s Law, but completes it, that it continues today, and that you have to keep every part of it from the heart, there is only one thing you can do to be "good enough" for God's Kingdom and that’s count on Jesus.

    Through his humor, Bill Waterson has a way to make you think about life. He’s the author of the Calvin and Hobbes comic strips; and some time ago, he drew Calvin (a little boy) hurtling down a snowy slope on a sled with his friend Hobbes (a tiger). Calvin: I'm getting nervous about ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

  • Chris Surber avatar

    World Religions - 2 Hinduism Series

    Contributed by Chris Surber on Nov 13, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,588 views

    All things are not equal. All roads do not lead to the same destination. Our experience bears this out. Who among us would trust our own guesses when traveling on a long road trip of many hundreds of miles rather than trusting a compass and a map? Let

    What About Hinduism? Revelation 5:11-13 Introduction A Hindu said to a native missionary, “I am sure if I lead a good life and do what is right, giving up my bad habits, God will be pleased with me and receive me into heaven.” “That is the way most people reason today,” replied the missionary. ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

  • Wade Martin Hughes, Sr avatar

    Doubt Laughing Vs Faith Laughing

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jan 24, 2015
     | 3,717 views

    How many are wearing siesta mask and refuse to see the opportunities before us. I use a sieta mask and a magnet to illustrate some truths. Aaron denied the truth beofre him. Sarah laughs in doubt and faith.

    DOUBT LAUGHING VS LAUGH OF FAITH? DENYING DOUBT AND SELF CHOICES --- VS RUNNING OVER? DREAMING OF AN OVERFLOW... By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com This is part two. Part #1 was: SHALL WE LIVE A LIFE BLINDFOLDED? WILL WE ALLOW THE NEGATIVE ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God