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  • Monty Newton avatar

    The Jesus Paradox Series

    Contributed by Monty Newton on Mar 30, 2015
     | 4,868 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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    To Have It All You Must Have The Attitude Of Jesus

    Contributed by Tim May on Apr 3, 2015
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     | 4,265 views

    If you want to go up in the world then you need to be willing to kneel down.

    INTRODUCTION: I did something touristy yesterday and if you ask my family they will tell you it is not something I normally like to do. I like to keep a low profile. I don’t like people to think I get really excited about something. I don’t stand in lines for autographs - unless I ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    "From Good To Great"

    Contributed by David Henderson on Jul 30, 2013
     | 5,327 views

    If you want to go up in life you must first come down.

    “From Good to Great” John 3:22-36 Several years ago Jim Collins wrote a book titled “Good to Great.” It is the story of how effective leaders can take a business that is already doing well and take it to the next level. One of the quotes from his book is this: ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Our Rollercoaster Ride

    Contributed by Jeff Hatos on Jun 6, 2019
     | 3,189 views

    The book of Judges is full of ups and downs for the Israelites; are our lives mirrored in Judges?

    Our Rollercoaster Ride Judges 2:11-16 And the children of Israel did evil in the sight of the Lord, and served Baalim: And they forsook the Lord God of their fathers, which brought them out of the land of Egypt, and followed other gods, of the gods of the people that were round about them, and ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Sermon 2: Decisions, Decisions, Decisions

    Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Jun 9, 2019
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     | 16,391 views

    Ruth 1 describes three decisions made which influenced the lives of three women forever, illustrating the importance of the decisions we make in our lives. Naomi decided to cover up, Orpah decided to give up...but Ruth decided to step up.

    Sermon 2: Decisions, Decisions, Decisions Series: Ruth Chuck Sligh June 9, 2019 NOTE: A PowerPoint presentation is available for this sermon by request at chucksligh@hotmail.com. Please mention the title of the sermon and the Bible text to help me find the sermon in my archives. TEXT: Please turn ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Looking Up Or Nose To The Ground?

    Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Jul 19, 2022
     | 2,539 views

    Paul shares with us that as Christ followers as people who have been born again 1. We have a New DNA 2. We are called to live an Enlighten Life

    Scripture: Colossians 3:1-4; Psalm 121:1-8 Theme: Looking Up rather than Nose on the Ground Paul wants to help all of us be able to live a New Life – 1. In Christ we have New DNA 2. In Christ we have a New Perspective INTRO: Grace and peace from God the Father, Son and Holy Spirit! I ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    Surviving The Storm With Your Pillow Intact

    Contributed by Cameron Conway on Dec 4, 2018
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     | 9,794 views

    Do you know what it is like to have a storm raging in your life? That feeling of being thrown up and down, up and down, side to side from point a to point b over and over again?

    For more information and other teachings, podcasts, videos, books and study guides visit https://conwaychristianresources.com Do you know what it is like to have a storm raging in your life? That feeling of being thrown up and down, up and down, side to side from point a to point b over and over ...read more

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    Denomination: Foursquare

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    Fast & Furious Part 2 Series

    Contributed by Tommy Jackson on Aug 26, 2014
     | 4,018 views

    Do you need to slow down a little? Is your life "Fast & Furious"?

    START WITH CAR RACE VIDEO # 2 OPEN: Good Morning! Welcome to our new series called..... Let me begin by asking you three questions. If you answer “yes” to any of these.....please stand up: # 1 – Were there two or more nights this week that you went to bed ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    I Am The Good Shepherd PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 25, 2023
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     | 1,537 views

    Explore and understand the characteristics, commitment, and sacrifice of Jesus as our Good Shepherd, who lovingly cares for us and laid down His life for our salvation.

    Good morning, church family! Today, we're going to explore one of the most beautiful and comforting images of Jesus found in the Scriptures - The Good Shepherd. In John 10:11, Jesus says, "I am the good shepherd. The good shepherd lays down his life for the sheep." This simple statement reveals so ...read more

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    Drop The Weight Of Sin Series

    Contributed by Art Good on Jul 26, 2007
    based on 5 ratings
     | 17,448 views

    Today we begin a series which will last several weeks, called “Drop The Weight”. Throughout this series you will be asked to release the sins you have been carrying, in some cases, maybe these are things that have been a part of your life for a long time

    Drop The Weight I have a backpack on…and it is really heavy! It’s heavy because it’s filled with rocks, stones! “Why on earth would you fill backpack w/rocks?” Good ? The rocks in my backpack symbolize the various sins in our life. (have someone take out rock: “sin”) This stone today ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

  • Charles Jones avatar

    What If Jesus Had Come Down From The Cross

    Contributed by Charles Jones on Apr 7, 2012
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     | 33,414 views

    If he had come down from the cross every person living today would not have a chance to eternal life.

    What If Jesus Had Come Down From The Cross SCRIPTURE: "And saying, Thou that destroyest the temple, and buildest it in three days, save thyself. If thou be the Son of God, come down from the cross." Matthew 27:40 KJV THE MESSAGE BIBLE: 35-40 "After they had finished nailing him to the cross ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Lacking One Thing --- The Test Of Love.

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Dec 30, 2016
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,727 views

    Love will always be tested... We must climb the mountain, on the third day the love test becomes clear. Have we ever tried to define love?

    ONE THING YOU LACK...I GUESS IT IS TRUE, YOU WILL DO WHAT YOU WANT TO DO... HOW WILL I DEFINE LOVE? ---- By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com SEEM TO NEVER SAID I LOVE YOU --- GUESS WE THOUGHT THE OTHER ONE KNEW? "The Greatest Man I Never Knew" Reba McEntire The greatest man I never knew ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Dr. Madana Kumar, PhD avatar

    Crucifixion Of Jesus : The Climax Of The Upside Down Theology Of Jesus Series

    Contributed by Dr. Madana Kumar, Phd on Apr 6, 2015
     | 6,431 views

    Three nails on the cross make an inverted triangle. That is pretty much in line with Jesus' upside down teachings.

    Crucifixion of Jesus (Mark 15:21-32): The Climax of the Upside down Theology of Jesus The events described in versus Mark 15:21-32 are well known to all of us. We have probably heard many sermons on these verses in the past. Today I would like us to focus not on the events itself, but the message ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Great Depression # 2

    Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Dec 31, 2021
     | 1,424 views

    WHY IS THERE SO MUCH DEPRESSION? It could be because…

    Illus: A teacher said to her students, "Boys and girls, there is a wonderful example in the life of the ant. Every day the ant goes to work and works hard all day. And at the close of the day, what happens?" Little Johnny said, "SOMEONE STEPS ON HIM." Many folks can’t ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Scott Sutton avatar

    The Need For Walls

    Contributed by Scott Sutton on Jul 8, 2022
     | 4,456 views

    I wanted to speak to you today about "The Need for Walls" If you think about everywhere, you go whether it be home, work, church, to a store, or even the vehicle you came here in this morning they are all enclosed by some form of walls for shelter and protection.

    In ancient times walls were built almost exclusively for defense. As in the case of the Great Wall of China. Which is known as one of the seven wonders of the world. The Great Wall was built over a period of 2,300 years! It is the longest man-made structure in the history of the world and has a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist