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  • D Marion Clark avatar

    Doubting Ahaz Series

    Contributed by D Marion Clark on Sep 18, 2016
     | 7,415 views

    The problem is not that God will not give a sign, but that we are afraid of seeing one. The implications for how we have been living and how we must live are too unnerving.

    Isaiah 7:1-12 Doubting Ahaz 12/3/00e D. Marion Clark Introduction We are in one of the rare sections of Isaiah that is an actual historical recount. Most of the book is made up of Isaiah’s actual prophecy. It takes a bit of study to figure out the context of much of the prophecy. It is ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    "The Witness Of The Spirit" Series

    Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Sep 26, 2016
     | 8,497 views

    John speaks of the three-fold witness of the Holy Spirit.

    The Bible says the child of God has a "know-so" salvation. We can know beyond a shadow of a doubt that we are a child of God. John speaks about the witness of the Holy Spirit, who assures God's children they belong to Him. First of all, the Holy Spirit bears witness: 1. To The Son - vs. 6-7 "But ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Four Characteristics Of Spiritual Maturity Series

    Contributed by Paul Barreca on Oct 6, 2016
     | 14,632 views

    Practice these four traits that Paul prayed his friends would possess, and you will grow in your spiritual maturity.

    When you’re building something important, something that you want to last, it is absolutely necessary to start with a BLUEPRINT. We don’t begin important projects haphazardly. We begin with a plan for what we desire in the final product. If we don’t, we will end up with the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Seeking And Setting Security In Christ Series

    Contributed by Jordan Muck on Oct 11, 2016
    based on 3 ratings
     | 9,543 views

    An exegetical approach to Colossians 3

    Message Outlines Week 1: Colossians 3:1-4 Focused on What’s Above Week 2: Colossians 3:5-11 Out With the Old Self Week 3: Colossians 3:12-17 In With the New Self (Part 1) Week 4: Colossians 3:12-17 In With the New Self (Part 2) Series: Colossians Week: One Passage: Colossians 3:1-4 Title: ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    A Gift For Those Weighed Down With Guilt Series

    Contributed by Scott Chambers on Dec 29, 2011
     | 3,414 views

    This is the third sermon in a series that examines some of the overlooked gifts that God gave us that first Christmas. This looks at how Christmas gives a gift that helps relieve the burden of guilt.

    How many of you have ever felt guilty? Nathaniel Hawthorne’s classic novel, “The Scarlet Letter,” is an intense tale of passion, love, guilt, and revenge. It involves the struggle between two men and their love for one woman. In this novel, Hawthorne exemplifies the effects of ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Christmas Hope

    Contributed by Christian Cheong on Dec 30, 2011
     | 8,496 views

    Christmas reveals that you are important to God, you are precious to Him, and you are saved by Him.

    1 John 5:20 “We know also that the Son of God has come and has given us understanding, so that we may know him who is true. And we are in him who is true - even in his Son Jesus Christ. He is the true God and eternal life.” God came into this world through Jesus Christ. We know God today, ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    O Come, O Come, Immanuel

    Contributed by Allan Kircher on Dec 31, 2011
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     | 3,006 views

    Some today may think life is so terrible an affliction upon them that God seems to have forgotten to be gracious. I preach today that the Christ is born The grace of God is upon you today. Today, through the darkness shines the light Today, the t

    “O Come, O Come, Immanuel!” Pastor Allan Kircher 25 December 2011 Isaiah 40:1-2 Introduction Only ten hour’s more/Pacific Coast/13 short hours/Atlantic coast,  And another Christmas will be but a memory. A Few moments more to linger in the colorful radiance of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Play Dough Or Pliable Clay?

    Contributed by Craig Benner on Jan 7, 2012
    based on 1 rating
     | 8,817 views

    Don't be a silly putty christian. Bouncing around and taking on all shapes and forms. The Potter is looking for material that He can mold and make into a vessel of honor.

    Pliable Clay or Silly Putty? Text: Jer. 18:1-6 What substance are you? If only a vase could speak. It started out as an ugly chunk of dough, placed upon the wheel of the potter, spun around uncountable times with pressure applied; shaping and reshaping. Then it was sent to a ferociously hot ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Freedom Ain't Free

    Contributed by Paul Johnson on Jan 14, 2012
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     | 7,452 views

    We have been set free from the bondage of sin by the blood of Christ so that we can bring forth deliverance as the body of Christ.

    When we encounter oppression our soul’s desire should be to fight for deliverance. If someone is being dominated by something or someone that is causing them despair we should want them to be delivered. When we encounter oppression and truly want deliverance to take place all of our energy ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Protecting God's Crown Series

    Contributed by Daniel Habben on Jan 15, 2012
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,783 views

    God gives us his commands for our good - to protect the crown of his creation: us.

    “No running. And no diving into the shallow end.” These are a couple rules you might find at the local swimming pool. Aren’t they annoying? That’s what I used to think until I realized that these rules keep me safe. If I run on a wet surface, for example, I may slip and bang ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    "God Among Humankind"

    Contributed by Ken Sauer on Jan 24, 2012
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,899 views

    A sermon about trust.

    “God Among Humankind” Mark 1:21-28 A couple years ago there was a pretty bad disaster out at sea. A tourist boat, loaded with cars and partiers, had not shut its doors properly; water began pouring in; the boat started to sink, and panic set in!!! People were screaming as the ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Who Art Thou Or What Wilt Thou Have Me To Do

    Contributed by D. Walls on Feb 15, 2012
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,188 views

    Saul had questions that could not be answered except by the Lord.

    WHO ART THOU, LORD? OR WHAT WILT THOU HAVE ME TO DO? B.R.: ACTS 5:34-39; ACTS 9:1-16; TEXT: Act 9:5 And he said, Who art thou, Lord? And the Lord said, I am Jesus whom thou persecutest: it is hard for thee to kick against the pricks. Introduction: The mind of Saul was in pain as he traveled ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

  • Tim White avatar

    Key To A Good Life Series

    Contributed by Tim White on Feb 27, 2012
    based on 1 rating
     | 9,907 views

    The wise Father tells His children how to find quality in life by following wisdom.

    The Key to a Fulfilling Life Proverbs 1:20-33 Instructions are not always for the wise, or smart, or even reasonable. My nine favorite instructions are as follows: On Sears hair dryer: Do not use while sleeping. On a bag of Fritos: You could be a winner! No purchase necessary. Details inside. On ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jerry Cosper avatar

    The Evidence Of Faith

    Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Feb 28, 2012
     | 4,327 views

    This passage pictures one of the great lessons of the gospel and that is the evidence of faith. Jesus has just challenged us to open our eyes and look because the fields are white for harvest. Of course, He was talking about witnessing, about sharing th

    Tonight’s passage is a fairly short passage and is really a very simply passage, but it pictures one of the great lessons of the gospel and that is the evidence of faith. We are still in chapter 4 of John verses 43-45. Jesus has just challenged us to open our eyes and look because the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Human Government - God's Restraint For A Sinful World Series

    Contributed by Paul Barreca on Nov 5, 2011
     | 5,805 views

    Genesis 9 is an important “FIRST” in the Bible. In this chapter, God ordains the second sphere of oversight for controlling human behavior. The first sphere that God ordained was in Genesis 1. It is the Family. The second sphere is found here in Genes

    Sermon Notes November 6, 2011 Human Government - God’s Restraint for a Sinful World Genesis 9:4-11 There is a great debate in the U.S. concerning the role of Government. It is seen in slogans being promoted such as, “Everyone must pay their fair share...” “Universal ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational