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  • Chris Surber avatar

    New Life Corporately Series

    Contributed by Chris Surber on Apr 16, 2012
     | 3,167 views

    The Church is one in Christ.

    “New Life Corporately,” Ephesians 2:11-22 Outline I. Introduction II. Transition a. CIT / CIS: The Church is one in Christ. III. Exposition a. (v.11-13) No racial boundaries in the Body of Christ. i. No longer Jew or Gentile. ii. Racial reconciliation then and now. 1. Biblical ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    The Work Of A Shepherd Series

    Contributed by Rick Stacy on Jul 26, 2004
    based on 34 ratings
     | 6,455 views

    3rd of 4 messages: It comes down quite simply to a single truth: Sheep need care and protection.

    A Shepherd’s Work Last Sunday I spoke about the three distinctives that set apart the “good” shepherd from the hired man and the mediocre, self oriented shepherd. The distinctives are: 1) The good Shepherd IS the door; 2) The good Shepherd KNOWS his sheep; and 3) The good Shepherd LEADS his ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Spirit And The Witness Of The Word Series

    Contributed by Greg Nance on Jul 29, 2004
    based on 22 ratings
     | 3,049 views

    The coming of the Holy Spirit at Pentecost marks the birth of the new covenant people in Christ. The fullness of the Spirit inspires the witness of the Word.

    Acts 2 The Spirit and Witness of the Word The event of the coming of the Holy Spirit & the message in all languages 1-13 The explanation of the Event of His coming & the message preached 14-40 The effects of His coming & the message received and new life given 41-47 1. Pentecost was for the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Holy Trinity – Father, Son And Holy Spirit

    Contributed by The Rev Deniray Mueller on Jun 14, 2019
     | 7,476 views

    No matter how educated we are, the concept of the Trinity escapes our understanding - it is something to be taken on faith

    I speak to you in the name of God the Father, God the Son and God the Holy Spirit. Amen One of the first sermons I delivered here at Saint John’s, without realizing when I agreed to preach, was Trinity Sunday in 2011. I have to tell you, of all the Sundays in the year, this is the one that makes ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal

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    The Holy Trinity - Father, Son, And Holy Spirit

    Contributed by The Rev Deniray Mueller on Jun 14, 2019
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,764 views

    No matter how hard we try, understanding the concept of the Trinity is uncomprehendible

    I speak to you in the name of God the Father, God the Son and God the Holy Spirit. Amen One of the first sermons I delivered here at Saint John’s, without realizing when I agreed to preach, was Trinity Sunday in 2011. I have to tell you, of all the Sundays in the year, this is the one that makes ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal

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    The Identity Of Faith Series

    Contributed by Greg Powell on Aug 19, 2020
     | 4,362 views

    There is an identity crisis in our country. I believe that our racial problems are a result of an unbiblical view of our identity. This passage has long been used to rebuke a racist and bigoted view of the gospel.

    INTRO: Galatians 3 has been a history lesson through the Old Testament. One of the more complicated chapters of Paul’s writings, it’s been a difficult hike, but like many hard journeys, there is a rewarding view at the end. We have climbed the mountain peaks of Abraham and Moses and have seen ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Jesus Paradox Series

    Contributed by Monty Newton on Mar 30, 2015
     | 4,882 views

    Jesus shows us the way to please God ... for Jesus the way up was down!

    Title: The Jesus Paradox Text: Philippians 2:5-11 (Mark 11:1-11) Thesis: Jesus shows us the way to pleasing God. For Jesus the way up was down! Introduction A paradox is something that is contrary to expectations, existing beliefs or perceived opinions. It is a statement that appears to be ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Of Vines And Branches - Part Four Series

    Contributed by Ken Mckinley on Oct 24, 2024
     | 381 views

    The world will hate Christians because it hates Jesus. But we are called to love as He loved.

    Of Vines and Branches (Part Four) Text: John 15:18-27 Imagine for a moment that you had to spend the day in Norman… You had to shop at Walmart, you had to go to a restaurant, and you had to go to the OU campus and speak at a presentation… not such a bad thing right? But imagine that you had to do ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    What Are The Qualities Of A Successful Fellowship

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 75 ratings
     | 9,804 views

    A survey of hundreds of pastors has allowed us to compile a preliminary list of measurable quality factors in the life of a congregation in ranking order. The twelve factors are:

    What Are the Qualities of a Successful Fellowship Acts 2:41-47 Illustration:A survey of hundreds of pastors has allowed us to compile a preliminary list of measurable quality factors in the life of a congregation in ranking order. The twelve factors are: 1. Bible knowledge. Church members are ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Understanding Spiritual Language Series

    Contributed by Marty Baker on May 9, 2002
    based on 65 ratings
     | 4,806 views

    Focuses on receiving the Holy Spirit with an evidence of tongues. It began with an interview with an SBC Minister who is not Pentecostal. The message was delivered in a Wednesday Prayer Meeting.

    Spiritual Resolutions Understanding Spiritual Language Dr. Marty Baker / May 8, 2002 Last week the message focused on understanding the power gifts of the Holy Spirit. From the emails, phone calls and comments that I received since that message, it is apparent that there is a great interest in ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

  • Scott Chambers avatar

    An Unshakeable Stand For The Truth

    Contributed by Scott Chambers on Jan 24, 2003
    based on 60 ratings
     | 4,289 views

    Learning to make a firm stand for what we believe.

    There are many questions that need to be addressed when a church begins to grow. How committed are the new people? How receptive are our older members to the changes that are taking place? Do our people really know what they believe? How do we best utilize everyone’s gifts? How can we properly ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Gifts Of The Father's Love Series

    Contributed by Charles Mallory on Apr 25, 2005
    based on 36 ratings
     | 7,243 views

    God is absolutely crazy about us as any Father would be for His child.

    WHEN I STOP AND THINK ABOUT IT, I HAVE TO ADMIT THAT THERE ARE MANY REASONS GOD CHOOSES TO SAVES ALL OF US: TO BRING GLORY TO HIMSELF, TO APPEASE HIS JUSTICE, AND TO DEMONSTRATE HIS SOVEREIGNTY. BUT ONE OF THE SWEETEST AND MOST POWERFUL REASONS THAT GOD WORKS TO SAVE US IS SIMPLY BECAUSE HE IS SO ...read more

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    Denomination: Free Methodist

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    Life On A High Plain Series

    Contributed by Gerald Van Horn on Dec 29, 2005
    based on 9 ratings
     | 4,015 views

    We are reminded of what God told Joshua, "Go over this Jordan thou and this entire people, unto a land which I gave thee."

    The Victory side of Life#2 Life on A High Plain by Gerald Van Horn Joshua 1:10-18 We are reminded of what God told Joshua," Go over this Jordan thou and this entire people, unto a land which I gave thee.” This promise set forth for them the ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Laying Down The Law

    Contributed by Dean Rhine on Jan 24, 2006
    based on 7 ratings
     | 1,883 views

    What do we do with the OT law

    Laying down the Law Matthew 5:17-48 5/25/97 Intro: Did you ever hear about the chicken who crossed the road? She laid it on the line! Jesus lays it on the line too in the Sermon on the Mount. Look with me at Matthew 5: 17-48. We just finished looking at the beatitudes, Jesus’ call for ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Gospel Is Our Primary Message Series

    Contributed by Ed Groover on Sep 6, 2007
     | 4,410 views

    A sermon based on Romans 1:16 emphasizing the central nature of the simple Gospel to our ministry.

    The Gospel is Our Primary Message Series: First Things Romans 1:16 For I am not ashamed of the gospel of Christ, for it is the power of God to salvation for everyone who believes, for the Jew first and also for the Greek. Intro: 1 Corinthians 2:2 NKJV For I determined not to know anything ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist