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  • Carl Greene avatar

    Look And Live

    Contributed by Carl Greene on Mar 23, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,796 views

    Chances are most regular church attendees can rattle off the gist of John 3: 16…often called “the gospel in a nutshell.” There’s truth in that statement, but it may leave some with the assumption the rest of the Bible is just Commentary!

    Am I safe this morning to assume that even if you haven’t read it, or subscribe to it… you know what I’m talking about when I mention the New York Times? Of course, it is a well know newspaper and it’s been around for years. How many you have heard it referred to as “the gray lady.” It picked up ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    The Last Seven Words Of Jesus

    Contributed by Tim Smith on Apr 9, 2009
    based on 17 ratings
     | 40,174 views

    This is a sermon reflecting on each of the last sayings of Jesus on the cross and used in a Good Friday Service with a sung response between each saying

    The Last Seven Words of Jesus First Saying: "Father, forgive them, for they do not know what they are doing."
 Prayer was been a part of Jesus’ life. There was an ebb and flow in Jesus’ life where he would go into the world and then retreat for time with God. Most of his prayers were for ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Staying Connected To The Vine Jesus Christ

    Contributed by Christopher Martin on May 14, 2009
    based on 13 ratings
     | 18,745 views

    Midweek of Easter 5B. Preached 5/14/2009 for Our Saviour’s Lutheran Church Friendship Home Communion Service, Friendship Home Chapel, Audubon Iowa.

    For those of you who either were involved in farming at some point in your life, or enjoy gardening, then the analogy Jesus uses in our Gospel reading for this morning is one that you can really identify with. In it, we have Jesus describing our relationship with Him as that of a branch to a vine. ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    The Great I Am Series

    Contributed by Tim White on May 16, 2009
    based on 6 ratings
     | 14,009 views

    Jesus illustrated a life of giving God glory, instructed men to follow His Words, and identified Himself as God.

    The Great I-Am John 8:48-59 I. Jesus Illustrated (48-50) II. Jesus Instructed (51-55) III. Jesus Identified (56-59) Introduction: Jesus continued his dialog with the leaders of the Jews. * They had tried to trap Him, confuse Him, and out-reason Him. * Now they were down to insulting Him. I. Jesus ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    My Cheeks Hurt

    Contributed by Troy Borst on Jun 2, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,269 views

    Interactive Segmented Narrative Sermon about turning the other cheek and forgiveness.

    My Cheeks Hurt Matthew 5:38-44 INTRODUCTION This morning I want to introduce you to some other kids that are having some issues in their life that perhaps you can learn from. I would like you to listen to their story. I want you to listen closely because their story can help teach us and help ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Life In The Vine

    Contributed by Dan Cormie on Jun 6, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,468 views

    At time when technology is making it easier to stay connected with others - are we running the risk of failing to maintain our primary connection?

    Dakota Community Church June 7, 2009 Life in the Vine John 15:1-8 "I am the true vine, and my Father is the gardener. He cuts off every branch in me that bears no fruit, while every branch that does bear fruit he prunes so that it will be even more fruitful. You are already clean because of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Mennonite

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    Jesus: The Greatest Preacher Series

    Contributed by David Moore on Jan 29, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,917 views

    This message shows how Jesus doctrine and deeds amazed those who heard Him. Emphasis is given to His primacy, power and passion in preaching.

    Studies in the Gospel of Mark The Greatest Preacher Aim: To show that Jesus was a preacher with passion, and power. Text: Mark 1:21-28 Introduction: With all the preparations in place the Lord Jesus now throws Himself into His mission. John has pointed to Him as the Lamb of God, the father has ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Who You Believe: Who Is “the Word”? (Session 3) Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Feb 3, 2010
    based on 10 ratings
     | 15,291 views

    Many people have had their lives changed by encountering Jesus Christ, the rich, the poor, the famous, the unknown, the proud, the humble, people like you and me. For over two thousand years, the teaching and truth of His words continue to influence and c

    Who is “The Word”? How can the personality and life of Jesus Christ help us to know the Eternal God? Many people have had their lives changed by encountering Jesus Christ, the rich, the poor, the famous, the unknown, the proud, the humble, people like you and me. For over two thousand ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Jesus The Person

    Contributed by Daren Mitchell on Jul 21, 2012
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,116 views

    One of the great things about God is that He wants us to know Him. Not just know about Him, but, to know Him.

    My servant grew up in the LORD’s presence like a tender green shoot, like a root in dry ground. There was nothing beautiful or majestic about his appearance, nothing to attract us to him. He was despised and rejected— a man of sorrows, acquainted with deepest grief. We turned our ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Matthew 13:45-46 – You Are So Worth It! – Part 17 Series

    Contributed by Ross Cochrane on Apr 15, 2011
    based on 47 ratings
     | 18,169 views

    Simple parable. Or is it? I find myself wanting to ask Jesus some questions like “Who or What is the PEARL OF GREAT VALUE?” Are WE the pearl of great price and is it Christ who gives up everything to purchase us?

    Matthew 13:45-46 – YOU ARE SO WORTH IT! – Part 17 “Again, the Kingdom of Heaven is like a merchant on the lookout for choice pearls. When he discovered a pearl of great value, he sold everything he owned and bought it!” Simple parable. Or is it? I find myself wanting to ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    "What Kind Of Man Is This?"

    Contributed by Timm Meyer on Apr 21, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 12,650 views

    EPIPHANY 5 - The frightened disciples are compelled to ask, "What kind of man is this?" This is Jesus -- a calmly sleeping person. This is Jesus -- our calming, mighty Savior.

    “WHAT KIND OF MAN IS THIS?” (Outline) February 6, 2011 - Epiphany 5 - MATTHEW 8:23-27 INTRO: Believers know and believe who Jesus is. By faith we are able to confess that Jesus is true God and true man. "For there is one God and one mediator between God and men, the man ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Heaven’s High Standard

    Contributed by Greg Nance on Jul 10, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,530 views

    Matthew shows us Jesus as the preacher of the kingdom of heaven. He shows us just how high heavens standards are and how to properly understand the law. Be perfect, like your Father! That’s the whole point.

    Matthew seems to have been written to a Jewish community under fire for their faith. He talks about the kingdom of heaven in ways that suggest how hard it is to enter. The beatitudes begin and end with words that describe hardship and persecution. Why? Probably because that is what those were ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Rewarded In Full

    Contributed by Greg Nance on Jul 10, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,998 views

    Jesus tells us how to live heavenly kingdom lives with instructions that keep us on track.

    In Matthew 6 the word “Father” occurs twelve times. Matthew presents God as our Father over and over again stressing it and awakening us to the relationship God wants to have with us through Jesus Christ, His son. In fact, Matthew ends with the great commission where Jesus tells the apostles to ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    On The Rock Is The Fear Of The Lord

    Contributed by Greg Nance on Jul 17, 2010
    based on 5 ratings
     | 5,295 views

    Jesus uses lots of language that should inspire us to the fear of the Lord. Here we can build families that will last.

    (Recite Matthew 7) Those last words of Jesus in his Sermon on the Mount give us a clear message, do they not? What you and I do with the words of Jesus determines whether our lives will stand or fall. Today, I would like to take these final words of Jesus and apply them not just to us ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Authority And The Fear Of God

    Contributed by Greg Nance on Jul 24, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,788 views

    Matthew 8 demonstrates Jesus’ authority in miracles and ministry. Jesus’ words and works show us the depth and extent of His authority. Our call is to walk under that suthority as we hear and heed his instruction.

    Matthew 7 ends with the amazement of the crowds who heard Jesus teachings. They observed that Jesus spoke with authority and not as their teachers of the law or scribes. We noticed several passages last week about the fear of the Lord and its importance to our lives as Christians. Without the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ