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  • gary moore avatar

    Nothing Can Hinder The Lord

    Contributed by Gary Moore on Jan 21, 2008
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     | 6,079 views

    Nothing can hinder the Lord.

    Paul writes to the church at Corinth that “we live by faith not by sight” (2 Corinthians 5.7). This simple aphorism, often set forth as the litmus test for Christian living, is easily misused. On the one hand, it may be limited to the doctrinal content of salvation; on the other, faith may be ...read more

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    Denomination: Congregational

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    Iwant To Experience Peace Series

    Contributed by Kevin Higgins on Dec 10, 2007
    based on 5 ratings
     | 4,009 views

    The peace we want cannot be bought, made, or negotiated. It will only be found in a growing relationship with Jesus Christ.

    Luke 2:8-14; Ph. 4:6-9 iWant to Experience Peace Woodlawn Baptist Church December 9, 2007 Read Luke 2:8-14. The angel said, “peace on earth, good will toward men.” Some of your Bibles have verse 14 translated, “peace on earth toward men of good will,” or “peace on earth toward those with whom God ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Good Use Of The Law Series

    Contributed by Duane Smith on Apr 11, 2011
     | 4,702 views

    This message aims to show us the right use of the law and encourages us to use it properly.

    Good Use Of The Law 1 Timothy 1:5-11 INTRODUCTION: A. Video Illustration B. As you where watching the video, what were you thinking? 1. What where you thinking about the Law? I’m talking about the 10 Commandments? 2. Consider this: a. Addressing a national seminar of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Acts 12 - Enduring Hardships Series

    Contributed by Christian Cheong on Jul 5, 2013
    based on 1 rating
     | 10,131 views

    Be prepared for challenges. We can expect hardships in life. We can stay on course by praying.

    The moment the disciples put their faith in Jesus, they were declaring war against the devil. They have chosen to make a stand for the truth. • The authorities and the people come against what they preach, sometimes out of selfish reasons, sometimes out of intolerance, and at other times, ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Camping Out For Jesus’ Return

    Contributed by Sterling Franklin on May 21, 2011
    based on 7 ratings
     | 8,039 views

    Jesus, on His return: 1. He will return, 2. No man knows when, 3. We always need to be ready. #3 is often overlooked. ALWAYS BE READY, and also beware of incorrect predictions, while we compassionately pray for those involved.

    5/22/11 Given by: Sterling C. Franklin GKJ (Glorious King Jesus), webcast at http://www.bit.ly/gkj-webcast Scripture Reading: Matthew 24:31-36 31 "And He will send His angels with a great sound of a trumpet, and they will gather together His elect from the four winds, from one end of heaven to the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Job Factor

    Contributed by Randy Trotter on Jul 14, 2013
     | 8,730 views

    Job used 3 factors in his circumstance to overcome what he faced. Aptitude, Attitude & Altitude. Not only does your “ATTITUDE affect your ALTITUDE” your “ATTITUDE affects your FAITH!”

    THE JOB FACTOR INTRODUCTION: Now I know to some or most of your this is “Christianity 101” but stay with me this morning! I think I have something that will bless you if you are struggling anywhere in your walk with God! When I say “STRUGGLING” I don’t mean ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Jesus Is...savior Series

    Contributed by Lynn Malone on Jul 25, 2017
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     | 7,674 views

    A sermon dealing with what it means when we call Jesus the Savior.

    Jesus is…Savior 1 John 4: 9 – 14 Did you hear the story of little Fruit Stand? When the 1960s ended, San Francisco’s Haight-Ashbury district reverted to high rent, and many hippies moved down the coast to Santa Cruz. They had children and got married, too, though in no particular sequence. ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Death: Where Do We Go - Since Dead People Do Not Praise The Lord. Series

    Contributed by Coz Von on Jun 17, 2016
     | 9,790 views

    According to the Bible, dead people do not praise God. The Bible says this again and again. they do not praise the Lord - So, where do they go then?We all know there is no purgatory, so where do we go then? Psalm 115:17 Ecc 3:20-

    If we want to understand how life ends, I suggest that we understand how it began. Life is, after all, a bigger mystery than death. We struggle to explain it. We can describe the chemical processes that keep us ticking from day to day, right down to the cellular level, but we’re not entirely ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    After The Ressurection

    Contributed by Richard Wimpey on Apr 18, 2017
     | 5,636 views

    Its important to remember what happened after the Resurrection!

    After the resurrection I. The Importance of Christ’s Resurrection A. It’s the basic foundation of the Christian faith it is fundamental B. Our resurrection is dependent on his resurrection- Paul said 1 Cor 15:14 And if Christ be not risen, then is our preaching vain, and your faith is ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Faith Of Our Fathers Series

    Contributed by David Welch on Apr 11, 2018
    based on 2 ratings
     | 14,175 views

    Sixth message in the Romans series dealing with Faith. A little side trip in Hebrews 11

    “Faith of our Fathers” Hebrews 11 Review The Gospel is the power of God for everyone’s salvation. God reveals the failure of mankind to live up to His standard of righteousness resulting in wrath and alienation between God and man. God also reveals His plan to reconcile man to God through the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

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    Give God What Is His (October 22, 2017).

    Contributed by John Williams Iii on Aug 14, 2020
     | 5,920 views

    Why were the Pharisees wanting to try to trick Jesus? The reason why they wanted to try and trick Jesus was because Jesus’s authority rivaled their own! In trying to force Jesus to choose a side, they hoped to get Jesus to incriminate Himself.

    GIVE GOD WHAT IS HIS Text: Matthew 22:15 - 22 How many times have you heard someone say something like, “I only have to do two things, pay taxes and die”? Now they even have a new tax added on which is called by some a “death tax” which means that they tax the estate that is on by a ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Christ Is Risen!

    Contributed by Michael Koplitz on Apr 1, 2021
     | 3,585 views

    Why don't people say "Christ is Risen" on Easter anymore? There is more concern about their Easter parties than on Jesus' resurrection. We cannot allow society to steal Easter from the church like it did with Christmas.

    Easter Sunday 2021 Christ is Risen! Rev. Dr. Michael H. Koplitz (Romans 6:4) It was not that long ago. I remember joining my young family for Easter worship, and I heard people greeting each other in an unfamiliar way. I thought that on Easter, you would greet someone by saying "Happy ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    The Power Of The Cross

    Contributed by Michael Koplitz on Mar 9, 2021
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     | 4,806 views

    Why do we preach Christ crucified?

    The Power of the Cross Sunday Sermon Rev. Dr. Michael H. Koplitz 1 Cor 1:20-24 In Jesus’ day, eastern people looked for a sign of some sort to tell them that God was doing something huge for them. The three magi who traveled from Persia to Bethlehem saw a special star in the eastern sky, and they ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    "I Am…. The God Who Washes Feet”

    Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on May 15, 2020
     | 2,922 views

    People are searching for that which will satisfy an inner craving for meaning and significance. Jesus said: follow my example wash feet. quotes regarding why Franklin Grahm was did invited from the national day of prayer. security in Christ not other religions.

    In Jesus Holy Name Easter V 2020 Text: John 14:2-3 Redeemer “I Am…. The God Who Washes Feet” We live in a culture of spiritual longing. Many people are searching for that which will satisfy an inner craving for meaning and significance. ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    The Presentation Of Jesus

    Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Dec 20, 2020
     | 5,635 views

    God does extraordinary tings with ordinary people.

    The Presentation of Jesus Luke 2:20-40 We now come to the first Sunday after Christmas. This Sunday often sees a lull in attendance as people rest after all their Christmas preparations and celebrations. Christmas is but the beginning of Jesus’ earthly life. All the life of Jesus on earth is ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible