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  • W Pittendreigh avatar

    Israeli Chainsaw Massacre

    Contributed by W Pittendreigh on Apr 5, 2005
    based on 55 ratings
     | 17,334 views

    A look at one of the stranger stories of the Old Testament

    The Book of Judges is one of those books of the Bible that we do not read often, and yet, we are familiar with several of the stories in that book. We find Samson in the book of Judges. Gideon is also there. But most of the stories in Judges are ones we don’t remember well, because ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Evangelism On Purpose Series

    Contributed by Douglas Bryan on Feb 5, 2004
    based on 75 ratings
     | 9,748 views

    This is the second sermon in a series called "On Purpose." Instead of just letting evangelism happen, we need to put forth a concerted effort to reach the lost for Christ.

    EVANGELISM ON PURPOSE 1 Corinthians 16:5-9 INTRODUCTION: A. Several years ago I had the opportunity to learn at the feet of a preacher by the name of Marvin Phillips 1. Marvin is a fiery kind of preacher with a great heart for evangelism a. During that week he talked a lot about doing things ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Is The Church Still Needed

    Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Sep 26, 2012
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,354 views

    With churches declining & dying, the question should be ask, "Is the church still needed." This message gives 3 Biblical reasons why the church is mandatory.

    Is the Church Still Needed? Jerry Watts Matthew 16:18-19 * At the beginning of the 20th century most of America was rural. For the rural population life was hard. They made their way by the sweat of their brow and their calloused hands. Transportation, for the most part was still by ‘horse ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Rapture, Our Blessed Hope Series

    Contributed by Ed Taylor on Jun 19, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,522 views

    What is the Rapture?

    1. ONE TIME WORDS. There are a lot of them in the Bible. • Words in the Hebrew or the Greek that are only used ONE TIME. • Words like SEAM… in John 19:23. A one timer. • OR UNSPEAKABLE in 2 Corinthians 9.15. A one timer. • But NOT words like LOVE… it’s all over the Bible. • OR GRACE… that’s all ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Being Socially Balanced Series

    Contributed by Shawn Drake on Apr 18, 2021
    based on 3 ratings
     | 3,076 views

    This series identifies areas in your life that need to be balanced. This is the 6th sermon in the series, Balanced Living.

    Series: Balanced Living [#6] BEING SOCIALLY BALANCED John 15:12-13 Introduction: We are social beings. Loneliness is not a part of God's plan. God made us for relationships. We are meant to have friends. John 15:12-13 Generally speaking, there are 2 types of friends: * Casual friends. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Benefits Of Drawing Near To God Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 13, 2025
     | 765 views

    Drawing near to God is not a one-time act but a consistent lifestyle. Those who make intimacy with God their priority will enjoy blessings that overflow into every area of life.

    BENEFITS OF DRAWING NEAR TO GOD By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: James 4:8 Supporting Texts: Psalm 73:28, Hebrews 10:22, Jeremiah 29:13, Psalm 16:11, Exodus 33:14 INTRODUCTION: Drawing near to God is not only a command but also a privilege. When we take deliberate steps to seek and commune ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Love In Action!

    Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Jan 18, 2018
    based on 1 rating
     | 13,749 views

    Jesus reveals the pathway of true ministry - 1. Reaching Out To People 2. Connecting With People 3. Restoring People To Wholeness and Community

    Scripture: Mark 1:40-45 (Call to Worship - Psalm 30) Title: "Love - In - Action" Jesus reveals the pathway of true ministry - 1. Reaching Out to People 2. Connecting With People 3. Restoring People to Wholeness and Community INTRO: Grace and peace from God our Father ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

  • Tom McCrossan avatar

    Incredible Hope

    Contributed by Tom Mccrossan on Feb 11, 2004
    based on 44 ratings
     | 5,827 views

    The Easter message of resurrection hope from John 20

    INCREDIBLE HOPE John 20:1-18 INTRO.- Easter Sunday. What’s it all about? What does it mean to people? Well, that depends on who you are talking to. Mary Louise Duggard, age 8, of Seat Pleasant, MD, said of Easter, "You get eggs, and you remember God." Not bad! Jamila Young-Hogan, age ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Stephen Shows Us The Right Way To Live And Die Series

    Contributed by Rick Crandall on May 5, 2017
    based on 2 ratings
     | 19,104 views

    1. We need Stephen's courage (vs. 51-53). 2. We need Stephen's commitment (vs. 54-59). 3. We need Stephen's consciousness (vs. 55-56). 4. We need Stephen's character (vs. 59-60).

    Stephen Shows Us the Right Way to Live and Die Acts 7:51-60 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - Oct. 27, 2013 *Over the past few weeks we have been looking at a great Christian hero. His name was Stephen, and the Bible tells us that he was one of the first deacons. What a life Stephen ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Real Scary Story

    Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Oct 26, 2025
     | 439 views

    Psalm 127:1 “Except the Lord build the house, they labour in vain that build it: except the lord keep the city, the watchman waketh but in vain”.

    A True Scary Story By Bishop Melvin L. Maughmer, Jr. OPENNING: - We are in the Halloween season people are decorating their houses and yards with all kinds of Halloween décor from giant skeletons and inflatable witches, giant pumpkins and ghost. I am not going to in this message go down the ...read more

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    Denomination: Apostolic

  • Brian Harrell avatar

    The God Who Forgives

    Contributed by Brian Harrell on Mar 28, 2006
    based on 14 ratings
     | 3,348 views

    This narrative sermon details step by step David’s fall into sin with Bathsheba. It then explores the anquished cry for forgiveness in Psalm 51.

    The God who Forgives – David and Bathsheba powerppoint AVAILABLE AT coolguybri@verizon.net About every 18 – 24 months I like to teach and preach from this heart wrenching Psalm. Why? Because I think that it describes a human dilemma not uncommon for most of us. And if it is uncommon, it may ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

  • David Dykes avatar

    Jesus Says, "Don't Be Afraid" Series

    Contributed by David Dykes on Jan 25, 2018
    based on 4 ratings
     | 42,501 views

    Can you remember a time when you were so afraid you thought you weren’t going to make it? The most dangerous storm that night wasn’t the weather on that lake. It was the storm of fear raging in the minds of the disciples.

    INTRODUCTION One of my favorite stories is about the country preacher who used to visit a widow in his church named Mrs. Jones. He liked to visit her around lunchtime because she had a vegetable garden and she loved to cook fresh vegetables for her pastor. One day the preacher arrived at lunch, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Answering The Call (Part I) Series

    Contributed by Eddie Snipes on Nov 7, 2000
    based on 49 ratings
     | 6,008 views

    This sermon looks at the relationship between works and growing disciples. You can’t mature without serving and service requires a disciple.

    Answering The Call (Part I) The Open Door John 4: 35 "Do you not say, 'There are still four months and then comes the harvest'? Behold, I say to you, lift up your eyes and look at the fields, for they are already white for harvest! 36 "And he who reaps receives wages, and gathers fruit for ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Patrick O'Loughlin avatar

    God's Gifts To Us Series

    Contributed by Patrick O'loughlin on Nov 13, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,326 views

    The Galatians were falling back and Paul reminds them of the gifts from God they would be laying down.

    Text: Galatians 1:11-24 Title: God’s gifts to us “I want you to know, brothers, that the gospel I preached is not something that man made up. I did not receive it from any man, nor was I taught it; rather I received it by revelation from Jesus Christ. For you have heard of my previous way of life ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    One Week After Easter (Back To Normal?)

    Contributed by Spencer Homan on Dec 11, 2007
    based on 38 ratings
     | 45,908 views

    This is a sermon that focuses on our life just one week after Easter. It follows the central character of Thomas as our representative in that room, one week after Easter.

    Isaiah 53:10-12 Yet it was the Lord’s will to crush him and cause him to suffer, and though the Lord makes his life an offering for sin, he will see his offspring and prolong his days, and the will of the Lord will prosper in his hand. After he has suffered, he will see the light of life and be ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed