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  • Bishop Prof. Julius Soyinka avatar

    Chosen For Fruitful Living

    Contributed by Bishop Prof. Julius Soyinka on Mar 17, 2015
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     | 15,211 views

    The purpose of our salvation and commission is to produce fruits that will bring glory to God. Faithfulness in bearing fruits will attract the blessings of God and commendation, while unfruitfulness will attract the wrath of God and eternal condemnation.

    CHOSEN FOR FRUITFUL LIVING Study Text: John 15: 1 - 16 Joh 15:1 I am the True Vine, and My Father is the Vinedresser. Joh 15:2 Every branch in Me that does not bear fruit, He takes away. And every one that bears fruit, He prunes it so that it may bring forth more fruit. Joh 15:3 Now ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Man's Chief End

    Contributed by Jerry Flury on Jul 27, 2014
    based on 6 ratings
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    Why are you and I here? Why did God create us? What is our purpose in life? We were made to glorify and enjoy but how do we do that and what does that mean?

    Man's Chief End 1 Peter 4:10-11 Why are you and I here? Why did God create us? What is our purpose in life? With this thought in mind Augustine said, "You have formed us for Yourself, and our hearts are restless till they find rest in You." God is a God of glory. Moses sang in Exodus 15:11 " Who ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Marks Of Godly Sorrow Pt 1

    Contributed by Rick Pendleton on Jan 5, 2015
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    Four of the seven marks of a truly repentant person.. 1. EARNESTNESS ….. to do right. 2. EAGERNESS to clear oneself through apology 3. INDIGNATION ….. against sin 4. FEAR ….. of God

    Part 1: Marks of Godly Sorrow 2 Corinthians 7:8-11 8 For even if I made you sorry with my letter, I do not regret it (though I did regret it, for I see that I grieved you with that letter, though only briefly). 9 Now I rejoice, not because you were grieved, but because your grief led to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Part 5 - Why Not Tell The Truth? Series

    Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Feb 12, 2010
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     | 6,554 views

    People ask all sorts of questions about God.

    So then, putting away falsehood, let all of us speak the truth to our neighbors, for we are members of one another. Ephesians 4:25 (NRSV) [1] You have probably never seen a more purely uncomplicated presentation of the Gospel than the scene we’re about to watch. In Disney’s 1940 ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    The Prayer-And The Life!-That Exalts God Series

    Contributed by Isaac Butterworth on Feb 26, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,687 views

    We hallow the name of God not only with our lips but also with our lives.

    THE PRAYER -- AND THE LIFE! -- THAT EXALTS GOD “...hallowed be thy name.” Matthew 6:9 Jan and I were watching a cooking show the other day -- Ina Garten’s Barefoot Contessa, I think it was -- and I commented on how Ina chops vegetables. In this instance, she was chopping ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Using Our Gifts Series

    Contributed by Ken Mckinley on Mar 10, 2010
     | 6,241 views

    The 11th sermon in our series dealing with the Baptist Faith and Message

    Using Our Gifts (BFM #11 ) Text: Exodus 4:2; 1st Corinthians 12:1-11 By: Ken McKinley (Read Text) St. Bernard of Clairvaux (the man the dog was named after) once said, “Preach the Gospel at all times, and if necessary, use words.” As we continue on in our study of the BFM we’ve been looking at ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    The Danger Of Taking God For Granted

    Contributed by Rodney Kelley on Sep 7, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 12,774 views

    Is our worship all about God or all about us?

    Intro. On Wednesday night, we have been studying the book of Revelation. Last Thursday, we looked at the church of Sardis. It was a church that had its orthodoxy, it had a name, but was dead!!! How could that happen to a church? How could this happen to a people. Before our text, let’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Actions Speak Louder Than Words Series

    Contributed by Bobby Stults on Mar 23, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 13,160 views

    Jesus was silent before Herod Antipas and His accusers because He understood that His words would not sway them, but His actions have changed the hearts of millions...

    Luke 23:6-12 [ESV] 6When Pilate heard this, he asked whether the man was a Galilean. 7And when he learned that he belonged to Herod’s jurisdiction, he sent him over to Herod, who was himself in Jerusalem at that time. 8When Herod saw Jesus, he was very glad, for he had long desired to see ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jason Jones avatar

    Concealed Weapon

    Contributed by Jason Jones on Apr 11, 2011
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     | 5,596 views

    Exposition of Matthew 21 regarding temple cleansing

    Text: Matt 21:12-17, Title: Concealed Weapon, Date/Place: NRBC, 4/10/11 1. Opening illustration: Tell about the Deut 28:63 thought 2. Background to passage: this is the final week of Jesus’ life. After having made a circuit up through Galilee, across the Jordan, down to Jericho, Jesus ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    But God

    Contributed by Jeremy Congdon on Apr 30, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 9,260 views

    We hear about grace all the time in church, but what is the purpose of grace? What does grace show us? Through grace we see our past, present and future in the kingdom of God.

    Introduction: When a person works an eight-hour day and receives a fair day’s pay for his time, that is a wage. When a person competes with an opponent and receives a trophy for his performance, that is a prize. When a person receives appropriate recognition for his long service or high ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Grow Up! (Part One)

    Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Sep 21, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,690 views

    Ever have someone tell you to grow up? The bible has some things to say about the necessity for spiritual maturity.

    GROW UP! (Part one) INTRODUCTION: Ever have someone tell you to grow up? Boys seem to have this problem more than girls. I guess because girls are supposed to mature faster. Whatever. I’m sure if there are any big sisters here today and you have little brothers you were probably telling them ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Worship And Our Identity (Part 1 Series

    Contributed by C Vincent on Jan 31, 2010
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    THe first in a series that looks at what worship really is. This sermon goes to the beginning when God and man walked in harmony.

    Worship and Our Identity (part 1) JCC 31.01.10 am The first in a series on worship This is the second of the 4 pillars we are to build in this church Worship is a broad term we use in Church We say it but don’t really understand the full meaning behind it Some have said that it defies ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    The Money Pit

    Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Feb 25, 2011
    based on 3 ratings
     | 3,674 views

    If we do not learn contentment, life becomes a money pit

    INTRODUCTION • VIDEO CLIP • SLIDE #1 • Why are so many families over-extended financially? • Are you in a position where things are really tight financially, or are you about to drown in financial debt? • Does it seem as though your paycheck is getting dumped into a big bottomless pit? • You are ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Committed To Promoting The Gospel Series

    Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Sep 28, 2016
     | 9,278 views

    Even though Paul was in bonds, he rejoiced that the Gospel continued to be preached. He refused to allow his circumstances create despair. We too must seek every opportunity to share our faith, while rejoicing for others who are committed as well.

    Committed to Promoting the Gospel Philippians 1: 12-18 As one reads the opening verses of this letter, it is not immediately evident that Paul was bound in prison. His joy and positive attitude conceal the difficulties he faced daily. Although he was not free to move about within society, Paul ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Scott Chambers avatar

    There Is Still A Struggle Series

    Contributed by Scott Chambers on Oct 1, 2013
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,017 views

    This is the third message from a series over Romans 6-11. This series examines the new live we have under God's grace. This message examines the struggle between the flesh and the Spirit.

    Introduction: Tommy Lasorda the former Los Angeles Dodgers manager describes his battle with bad habits: “I took a pack of cigarettes from my pocket, stared at it and said, “Who’s stronger, you or me?” The answer was me. I stopped smoking. Then I took a vodka martini and ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ