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  • Jimmy Davis avatar

    John Chapter 16 Series

    Contributed by Jimmy Davis on Sep 20, 2001
    based on 51 ratings
     | 11,317 views

    Before the Cross, Jesus did His best to teach us those things we would need to know. The Holy Spirit convicts the world of three things: Sin, Righteousness and Judgment.

    John Chapter 16 This chapter begins with Jesus still talking about the hatred of the world! Read verse 1 “These things I have spoken to you” are the things Jesus talked about in chapter 15. Read verses 2,3 Jesus didn’t want the disciples to be offended at the things that would happen to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    One Thing I Know Series

    Contributed by Ted Sutherland on Oct 10, 2001
    based on 131 ratings
     | 16,509 views

    The Pharisees claimed to know everything but nothing about Jesus. The former blind man only knew one thing.

    Someone said to Helen Keller, "What a pity you have no sight!" to which she replied, "Yes, but what a pity so many have sight but cannot see!" A minister, a Boy Scout, and a computer expert were the only passengers on a small plane. The pilot came back to the cabin and said that the plane was ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Salvation Of Christ The Hope The World

    Contributed by Randell Brown on Oct 18, 2001
    based on 18 ratings
     | 4,236 views

    The only hope we have of being saved from the evils and terrors of today world is Jesus Christ

    SALVATION OF JESUS CHRIST “The hope of this world” Text : Romans 5: 1-12 Definition of hope; Too desire with expectation of fulfillment. I. Men hopes here in this world. A. As children we start building hopes 1. Gifts at holidays and our birthdays. 2. Bicycles 3. Amusement parks 4. Car 5. ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Jesus Needs A Boat--But Not Really

    Contributed by Neal Gray on Oct 19, 2001
    based on 40 ratings
     | 3,208 views

    God has chosen to limit His work, not according to His resources in Christ Jesus, but according to the availability of His people. Jesus could have walked all the way across the Sea of Galilee, but He chose to use a boat. He will use us for His work, if w

    "Jesus Needs a Boat--But Not Really" Author: Dr. Neal Gray Passage: Matthew 14:22-33 Purpose: God has chosen to limit His work, not according to His resources in Christ Jesus, but according to the availability of His people. Jesus could have walked all the way across the Sea of Galilee, but He ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

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    "The Raising Of Lazarus"

    Contributed by Gary Smith on Apr 6, 2002
    based on 61 ratings
     | 29,468 views

    The message deals with the Power & Authority of Jesus over physical death as well as spiritual death.

    This Sermon Was Prepared For Lexington Church Of God for use Sunday Night April 7th, 2002 “The Raising Of Lazarus” TEXT: John 11: 1-15 (NKJV) INTRODUCTION: A. I believe that there is more to this story of Jesus raising Lazarus from the dead than most realize. For this ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    It's All About Jesus, It's Not About You

    Contributed by Jerry Falwell on Apr 12, 2002
    based on 60 ratings
     | 26,902 views

    Much of our Christianity is concerned about me. Christians emphasize my forgiveness, my answered prayers, my blessings, and my spiritual gifts, and my Christian service. But at Easter, Peter had to learn, "It’s about Jesus, it’s not about you."

    “IT’S ALL ABOUT JESUS, IT’S NOT ABOUT YOU” By Jerry Falwell Matthew 16:13-23 13 When Jesus came into the coasts of Caesarea Philippi, he asked his disciples, saying, Whom do men say that I the Son of man am? 14 And they said, Some [say that thou art] John the Baptist: some, Elias; and others, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Jesus Christ: The One & Only

    Contributed by Robert Simmons on Apr 15, 2002
    based on 50 ratings
     | 5,462 views

    Jesus Christ stands head and shoulders above every other man or woman that has shaped history. Why? What is unique about this man Christ Jesus?

    Throughout history there have been many mighty prophets, teachers, reformers, and valiant defenders of freedom. I personally have a favorite. As I flip through the pages of history, I most recently admire Ronald Reagan and his visionary presidency that enflamed the American dream back into our ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Jesus Christ, Our Redeemer

    Contributed by Charles Mccall on Apr 17, 2002
    based on 134 ratings
     | 61,921 views

    You can always count on Jesus Christ to help us out of trouble because He is our Living Redeemer

    Job 19:25 Topic- Jesus Christ, Our Living Redeemer A redeemer is someone who buys back something that was once theirs. A redeemer is someone who comes to save, rescues, or deliver someone out of trouble by paying a great price for their freedom. Jesus Christ is considered our living ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Ascension Of Jesus Christ Series

    Contributed by Chuck Herring on Apr 22, 2002
    based on 339 ratings
     | 33,226 views

    When we come face to face with the ascension of Jesus Christ, our lives are changed.

    “THE ASCENSION OF JESUS CHRIST” Acts 1:9-11 April 14, 2002—FBC, Richland In one of the Calvin and Hobbes cartoon strips, Calvin and Hobbes are lying under the shade of a tree on a hot summer day. Calvin, the hyperactive little boy, asks, “What if there is no heaven? What if this is all we get?” ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    El Poder Del Cristo Glorificado

    Contributed by Adrián Olivas on Apr 22, 2002
    based on 224 ratings
     | 4,849 views

    En esta oración, el apóstol Pablo muestra su gran fe en la potencia del Señor, al pedir a los "hermanos en Cristo" que fueran bendecidos "conforme a su glorioso poder", o más bien, Su poder en gloria.

    El poder del Cristo glorificado Colosenses 1:9-14 En esta oración, el apóstol muestra su gran fe en la potencia del Señor, al pedir a los "hermanos en Cristo" que fueran bendecidos "conforme a su glorioso poder", o más bien, Su poder en gloria. Recordemos que tenemos al mismo Señor quien es rico ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Jesus: The One And Only Series

    Contributed by Chuck Herring on Apr 26, 2002
    based on 138 ratings
     | 14,851 views

    Jesus Christ is the one and only Savior for the whole world.

    “JESUS: THE ONE AND ONLY” Acts 4:12 April 7, 2002—FBC, Richland Is our culture asking us to give up Jesus for a greater religious cause? Joseph Stowell, the President of Moody Seminary spoke at a Pastor’s Conference and related the following personal story. This past November he went to the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Greatest Rescue Ever!

    Contributed by Edward Frey on Nov 24, 2001
    based on 40 ratings
     | 5,452 views

    Christ, our King, has rescued us from the power of sin, death, and the devil.

    Sermon Text: Colossians 1:13-20 Christ the King Sunday – November 25, 2001 A couple of weeks ago we all heard about those social aid workers who were kidnapped by Taliban forces and held captive for several days. What’s amazing is that two of the hostages were held prisoner apparently for ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Is He Lord?

    Contributed by Byron Sherman on Dec 5, 2001
    based on 21 ratings
     | 3,243 views

    5 affirmations that we are allowing Jesus to be Lord of our lives.

    IS HE LORD?—Luke 6:46-49 Jesus disclosed to His followers the importance of maintaining His lordship. The personal application of Jesus’ lordship is of pivotal importance Jesus must be Lord of our lives. How can we personally experience Jesus as Lord of our life? 5 affirmations of Jesus’ ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Change--Not!

    Contributed by Bradley Boydston on Dec 9, 2001
    based on 27 ratings
     | 5,831 views

    Jesus is the constant, consistent, completely sufficient source of our salvation.

    Three or four summers ago we did a family vacation trip that included a stop at Old Faithful in Yellowstone National Park. I suspect that many of you have been there and can picture this geyser that was named Old Faithful because like clockwork, every 67 minutes, there is a spectacular eruption ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    Wisemen

    Contributed by Peter Parry on Dec 15, 2001
    based on 155 ratings
     | 9,623 views

    The wisemen seeking Jesus came to worship Him.

    WISEMEN (Mt.2:1-12) Tradition has it that there were three wisemen and their names were Balthazar, Melchoir, and Gaspar, but in the Bible it simply says that wisemen from the East came to Jerusalem saying: “Where is he who has been born king of the Jews? For we have seen his star in the ...read more

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    Denomination: Congregational