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  • Jeff Strite avatar

    Restoration! Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on May 9, 2011
    based on 82 ratings
     | 39,445 views

    How do we go about "contending for the faith once delivered to the saints"?

    Bobby Bowden, (former football coach of Florida State University) said that when he was in college, he played college baseball. During one game he managed to hit a ball right down the right-field line, into the corner. He rounded 1st and looked to the 3rd base coach. He turned at 2nd, was ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Answering Our Culture #5: "Jesus Is Not The Only Way To God Series

    Contributed by Brian La Croix on Oct 26, 2002
    based on 51 ratings
     | 7,168 views

    Fifth in the series aimed at answering objections. This one discusses exclusivity, and that people feel sincerity is the main issue.

    Answering Our Culture #5 – “Jesus is Not the Only Path to God.” (Sincerity is All That Matters) John 14:6; 3:35-36; Acts 4:12 August 25, 2002 NOTE: SOME OF THE MATERIAL FOR THIS MESSAGE WAS FOUND IN PAUL COPAN’S BOOK "TRUE FOR YOU, BUT NOT FOR ME." (1998; BETHANY HOUSE ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    How Much Do We Care About God?

    Contributed by Joseph Smith on Jun 15, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,587 views

    We can measure our care for God by our willingness to equip ourselves for witness and to share the Gospel with our neighbors and to be missions supporters.

    The plumber came this week. You remember, those of you who were here last Sunday, how I was waiting for the plumber to come and solve our drainage problems? The plumber did come this week. He did the job I wanted, and even did it better than I knew it could be done. Not only did he unstop the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Suffering For The Right Reasons Series

    Contributed by Pat Damiani on Aug 8, 2016
     | 12,247 views

    Suffering for what is right brings reward but suffering for what is wrong brings wrath

    ENGAGE Would you all agree with me that there are a number of aspects of the kingdom of God that are completely at odds with the culture in which we live? Because of that, whenever the kingdom of God is inserted into this world in any way, conflict and tension inevitably result. We certainly see ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Marriage On The Edge Of Eternity Series

    Contributed by Brad Bailey on Apr 14, 2020
     | 3,052 views

    Marriage on the Edge of Eternity Series: Encountering Jesus (through the Gospel of Luke) February 9, 2020 – Brad Bailey

    Marriage on the Edge of Eternity Series: Encountering Jesus (through the Gospel of Luke) February 9, 2020 – Brad Bailey Series #57 / Luke 20:27-40 Intro: When you know the end it puts the present in perspective. I was thinking about this in relationship to the Super Bowl last Sunday. Football is ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    I Believe Series

    Contributed by Justin Lamison on Dec 30, 2017
    based on 1 rating
     | 11,046 views

    The first in a series of sermons devoted to understanding the biblical truth contained in the Apostles' Creed.

    I Believe… Matthew 7.24-27 Introduction What do we mean when we say, “I believe” in the Apostles’ Creed? In the current use of the word belief, there is very little difference between belief and an opinion. You have your beliefs and I have mine. But in the Bible, belief is a much stronger ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    The Controversial Christ

    Contributed by Gordon Curley on Jan 14, 2019
     | 5,135 views

    John chapter 5 verses 16-45 - Father & Son - sermon by Gordon Curley PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info

    Father & Son SERMON OUTLINE: • Claim #1: "I am equal with God" (vs 19-20). • Claim #2: "I am the giver of life" (vs 21 & 26). • Claim #3: "I am the final judge" (vs 22-23). • Claim #4: "I determine man's destiny" (vs 24). • Claim #5: "I ...read more

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    Denomination: Brethren

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    Practice What You Preach

    Contributed by Thomas Swope on Jan 24, 2019
     | 6,565 views

    A study in the book of 2 Chronicles 19: 1 – 11

    2 Chronicles 19: 1 – 11 Practice what you preach 19 Then Jehoshaphat the king of Judah returned safely to his house in Jerusalem. 2 And Jehu the son of Hanani the seer went out to meet him, and said to King Jehoshaphat, “Should you help the wicked and love those who hate the LORD? Therefore, the ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

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    The Presence Of Ultimate Authority Series

    Contributed by Brad Bailey on Feb 5, 2019
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,302 views

    The Presence of Ultimate Authority Series: Encountering Jesus (through the Gospel of Luke) Brad Bailey – February 3, 2019

    The Presence of Ultimate Authority Series: Encountering Jesus (through the Gospel of Luke) Brad Bailey – February 3, 2019 Text: Luke 4:31-41 Intro I want to begin with a word… a topic. And give us each a second see what comes to mind. “Authority” When you think of authority… what comes to ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Marriage Belongs To God Series

    Contributed by David Owens on May 18, 2015
     | 6,299 views

    In this sermon, we explore the fact that God created marriage, therefore, marriage belongs to God. God's higher purpose for marriage is to proclaim the gospel. Much from this sermon comes from chapter 6 in David Platt’s book, Counter Culture.

    Introduction: A. Our sermon for today continues our series called Marriage Matters. 1. Last week, we discussed the fact that marriage ain’t easy. 2. We talked about some myths about marriage that can set us up for marriage failure. 3. Today, we want to explore the fact that marriage ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Wondering About Judgment?

    Contributed by Leonard Davis on Mar 4, 2016
     | 3,862 views

    What is "judgment" and how do the various judgments referenced in the Bible apply to us?

    WONDERING ABOUT JUDGMENT? John 8:12-18, 21-27, 42-47 We’ve all heard the quotation regarding death and taxes and the certainty of these things happening. This quote may be one of those statements that are true most of the time but there are exceptions. With the evolution of our society ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Influence Of A Servant Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Mar 14, 2016
     | 7,789 views

    In this sermon on the influence of a servant, we examine Jesus' illustrations of salt and light from the Sermon on the Mount. I also continue to rely on Swindoll's book, Improving Your Serve.

    Introduction: A. Hillary Clinton’s current presidential campaign gives this old illustration an interesting twist. 1. There’s a story told about a drive that Bill and Hillary Clinton took while they were on vacation. 2. After driving along enjoying the beautiful countryside, they needed ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Byron Sherman avatar

    Properly Approaching (American)privilege-4 Series

    Contributed by Byron Sherman on Aug 17, 2017
     | 3,573 views

    4 of 8. Thru this parable, Jesus highlighted/clarified a proper approach to an God-ordained privilege. How should America approach her God-ordained privilege? Approach your (American)privilege with...

    PROPERLY APPROACHING PRIVILEGE-IV —Matthew 21:33-46 OR: A CHRISTIAN APPROACH To AMERICAN PRIVILEGE Attention: Lost Loot A little boy came home with a $10 bill he claimed to have found. "Are you sure it was lost?” asked his mother. “Yes, I’m sure,” said the little boy. “I saw a man looking for ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Letter And The Spirit: Murder Series

    Contributed by Keith Foskey on Apr 15, 2014
     | 4,439 views

    OUTLINE: The Letter of the Law (Do Not Commit Murder) The Spirit of the Law (Anger and Hatred are the Root of Murder) The Application of the Law (Seek Peace with Others)

    The Letter and the Spirit: Murder Matthew 5:21-26 There is a famous quote about the Bible which has been attributed to everyone from Abraham Lincoln to Mark Twain. The quote is this: “It’s not the parts of the Bible I do not understand that worry me, it’s the parts I do ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Love Of God-1

    Contributed by Byron Sherman on Feb 16, 2021
     | 2,185 views

    1 of 5. Paul highlighted the necessity of self-giving love to the proper outworking of Christian living. Self-giving love is essential to true Christianity, but How or in what ways is it essential? As A Christian, the Love of God must...

    The LOVE Of GOD-I—1Corinthians 13:1-13 Attention: Valentine’s Day is upon us, & our society is confused about the meaning of ‘love’, because it can carry a variety of meanings. In our society ‘love’ is most often portrayed thru books, movies, & television in a sentimental sense or a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist