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  • Jerry Flury avatar

    The Wounds Of Christ

    Contributed by Jerry Flury on Apr 18, 2011
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     | 11,476 views

    Christ’s reprehensible suffering is prophesied in the Old Testament. Bruised, Wounded, Smitten! Have you ever stopped to consider the wounds He received in His substitutionary death for you and me.

    The Wounds of Christ Isaiah 53:5 Within a few days from the Triumphal Entry, the exaltation of Christ by the crowds would quickly give way to untold suffering and the angry shouts of a mob saying “Crucify Him!” Christ’s reprehensible suffering is prophesied in the Old Testament. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Incognito Christ

    Contributed by Darrell Coats on Apr 18, 2011
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     | 5,572 views

    Christ comes to us today in the guise of the poor.

    The Incognito Christ Matthew 25:31- 46 Introduction: The point of our scripture reading for today reminds me of an ancient legend about one of the early saints. St. Lawrence was one of seven ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    The Uniqueness Of Christ

    Contributed by Jerry Flury on Apr 19, 2011
    based on 15 ratings
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    When we compare the religions of the world, we quickly see that biblical Christianity is an unique faith because Christianity stems from the uniqueness and superiority of its founder Jesus Christ.

    The Uniqueness of Jesus Christ Psalm 86:7-12 When we compare the religions of the world, we quickly see that biblical Christianity is an unique faith because Christianity stems from the uniqueness and superiority of its founder Jesus Christ, the greatest man who ever lived. The psalmist declared ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    To Live Is Christ

    Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Sep 18, 2011
     | 5,748 views

    How do we balance our own pursuit of meaning and happiness with the call to live as Kingdom people? What role does suffering have in the Christian life and why in the world are we called not only to believe in Jesus but to suffer for him? A little bait an

    This dates me, I know, but I can sometimes relate to Charlie Brown in the Peanuts cartoons. Like the one where Lucy is philosophizing and Charlie is listening. As usual, Lucy has the floor, delivering one of her lectures. She says, "Charlie Brown, life is a lot like a deck chair. Some place it so ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Imitating Christ Series

    Contributed by Patrick O'loughlin on Sep 19, 2011
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     | 14,272 views

    Part 3 of a series on the Book of Philippians. This sermon is on what it means to imitate Christ.

    Text: Philippians 2:1-11 Title: Imitating Christ Introduction Imitating Christ does not mean we dress up in a robe/ grow a beard… Imitating Christ means Giving to others what Christ has given to us “If you have any encouragement from being united with Christ, If any comfort from ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    The Blood Of Christ

    Contributed by Robert Glass on Sep 30, 2011
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    What If The Blood Of Christ had not been shed for our sins?

    The Blood Of Christ Robert A. Glass What more precious thing could there ever be than The Blood of Christ? Shed for remission of our sins. (Mt 26:28) For this is my blood of the new testament, ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    To Live Is Christ! Series

    Contributed by Mark Jones on Oct 3, 2011
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    EOLS: God calls us to live in Him, where Jesus is exalted and our joy overflows to others .

    To Live is Christ! Php 1:19-26 (19) for I know that through your prayers and the help given by the Spirit of Jesus Christ, what has happened to me will turn out for my deliverance. (20) I eagerly expect and hope that I will in no way be ashamed, but will have sufficient courage so that now as ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    One In Christ.

    Contributed by Gordon Curley on Oct 21, 2011
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    One in Christ. (Powerpoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

    SERMON OUTLINE: (A). Separation: What The Gentiles Were (vs 11-12): • (1). Without Christ (vs 12a). • (2). Without Citizenship (vs 12b). • (3). Without Covenants (vs 12c). • (4). Without Hope (vs 12d). • (5). Without God (vs12e). (B). Reconciliation: What God Did ...read more

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    Denomination: Brethren

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    Christ Is King

    Contributed by Jerry Flury on Oct 23, 2011
    based on 6 ratings
     | 14,156 views

    Jesus Christ is King of Kings and Lord of Lords. As followers of the King we are His subjects and should live every minute of our lives in faithful submission to the lordship of Jesus Christ realizing His preeminence and sovereignty.

    Christ is King Revelation 19:1-15 Countless millions throughout the world may live as if Christ is not King, but that does not change reality. Christ is King over all. Christ is King over the atheist. Christ is King over the good. Christ is King over the bad. Whether or not ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Christ Is Sufficient Series

    Contributed by Gary Stebbins on Jul 6, 2011
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    Description: During this series we will be looking at Paul’s letter to the Philippian church. Paul founded the church at Philippi and wrote the letter during a time of imprisonment in Rome. One of the themes in the book is joy. (some thoughts taken from a

    Philippians Pt8- Christ is Sufficient The Thank You Challenge! Lack of thanksgiving can account for Christians, churches, and whole civilizations be destroyed. The frequent God-ward utterance of “thank you” is a spiritual weapon- causes demonic powers to flee. 1 Thess 5:16–18 16Rejoice always; ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    Freedom In Christ

    Contributed by Michael Luke on Aug 7, 2011
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     | 14,704 views

    To be saved by Jesus is to be set free.

    SPECIAL DAY: INDEPENDENCE DAY “FREEDOM IN CHRIST” ROMANS 8:1-17 OPEN Tomorrow, we celebrate the founding of our nation. There will be picnics and fireworks and other activities happening across our country. It’s a celebration of freedom called Independence Day. The ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Christ In You Series

    Contributed by Karl Walker on Aug 10, 2011
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     | 8,552 views

    Christ is in you and you can live a life filled with the power of God.

    Jesus Christ came into this world not only to die for us, but to make us able to do greater things through him. Several times we quote this verse but in reality we do not see it happen in our lives. John 14:12 I assure you, most solemnly I tell you, if anyone steadfastly believes in Me, he will ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Compassion Of The Christ

    Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Aug 15, 2011
     | 5,868 views

    Compassion of Christ

    “The Compassion of the Christ” Mark 5:1-20 Mark 5:19 “Howbeit Jesus suffered him not, but saith unto him, Go home to thy friends, and tell them how great things the Lord hath done for thee, and hath had compassion on thee.” God's Compassion The word compassion appears ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Deity Of Christ Series

    Contributed by Mark Connelly on Aug 24, 2011
     | 7,376 views

    There is biblical truth worth contending for. Doctrine matters.

    Stories to Tell We all have heroes and we all tell stories. We pass down family stories. We look through photo albums and tell the stories. In school we learn the stories of our forefathers. We are story tellers, all of us. And from those stories come our heroes. For the next 4 weeks I’m going ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Dwelling With Christ Series

    Contributed by Ric Veal on Jun 19, 2011
     | 2,931 views

    Following Jesus in His last days on earth.

    Dwelling With Christ Matthew 27:54-56 I. The Announcement of the centurion (27:54) Words A. The Fear that brought Salvation (27:54) . Centurion & 100 men, responsible, supervising crucifixion . Was he at the Garden? Heard charges of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist