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  • Christopher Holdsworth avatar

    Our Faith Not In Vain.

    Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Nov 24, 2021
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    Without the resurrection of Jesus, there is no gospel at all.

    OUR FAITH NOT IN VAIN. 1 Corinthians 15:12-20. Despite the fact that the Corinthians had earlier embraced Paul's teaching, the Apostle was aware that other influences were disturbing their peace. There were even some amongst them who denied the fact of resurrection (1 Corinthians 15:12). ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    A Standard Raised.

    Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Aug 13, 2024
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    Redemption for the Israel of God.

    A STANDARD RAISED. Isaiah 62:10-12. This prophecy is fulfilled at more than one level. There is a level of fulfilment for those Jews who lived in the days of Cyrus king of Persia (Ezra 1:1-4). At the raising of God’s standard (ISAIAH 62:10), they were able to leave behind the gates of Babylon ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Living A Purposeful Life Series

    Contributed by Mark Sparks on Jan 16, 2024
     | 1,705 views

    Today as we explore a theme that lies at the very core of our existence – "Living a Purposeful Life."

    Today, we embark on a journey to unravel the divine purpose each of us holds within. The desire for a meaningful life is etched into our hearts by our Creator, and as we look into God's Word, let's not merely consider this as a sermon but as a divine invitation to discover, embrace, and ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Repentance Series

    Contributed by Mitchell Skelton on Jun 10, 2003
    based on 71 ratings
     | 13,390 views

    Jesus began his teaching ministry with this bold proclamation. He commands repentance as a requirement for entrance into His kingdom. Jesus presents all men with only two choices in life: 1. Come to repentance, or 2. Perish.

    The Teachings of Christ Repentance #1 in Series Matthew 4:17 INTRODUCTION • Jesus began his teaching ministry with this bold proclamation. He commands repentance as a requirement for entrance into His kingdom. • Jesus presents all men with only two choices in life: 1. Come to repentance, or 2. ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Unity Is U 'n I Knowing Why

    Contributed by Johnny Bley on Jul 11, 2001
    based on 186 ratings
     | 7,634 views

    Unity is you and I knowing why we are to be one for God’s glory.

    Unity is U ‘n I Knowing Why Ephesians 4:1-16 Unity is an interesting word. It is based on the word unit that means one entity. Think about that. You could say that unity is unit with the “y”. Did you get it? I believe that Unity is you and I knowing why we do things. Knowing why allows us ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    When Giving Becomes Thanksgiving

    Contributed by John Kapteyn on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 34 ratings
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    One way we give thanks to God is through our offerings, but our giving is not necessarily giving thanks. Paul when and how our giving becomes thanksgiving.

    Introduction 1. Thanksgiving Day is a day when we celebrate God’s goodness. We thank Him for the many blessings He has bestowed upon us. 2. Today we have a thanksgiving day offering. If we give it the right way, we give thanks to God in ever increasing proportions. Teaching 1. Paul has been ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Clark Tanner avatar

    Babes

    Contributed by Clark Tanner on Dec 3, 2000
    based on 79 ratings
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    Some devotional thoughts

    {Thoughts below were drawn and paraphrased from footnotes of Newell in his commentary on Hebrews, so he must be given some credit here.} EVERYONE DELIGHTS IN A NEW BORN BABY. BUT NO ONE DELIGHTS IN A MAN, OR EVEN AN OLDER CHILD, WHO REVERTS IN HIS BEHAVIOR TO CHILDISH ACTIONS ...read more

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    Denomination: Orthodox

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    God Is Present Series

    Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Aug 11, 2005
    based on 14 ratings
     | 4,737 views

    Our source of strength as we face the storms of life is that God is present "in the boat" with us.

    Matthew 8:23-27 “God is Present” INTRODUCTION After the monsoon storm of last Tuesday, we can easily identify with the disciples and the tempest in which they found themselves. Even with the advantages of Doppler radar and the eagerness of weather reporters who finally had something to talk ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • David Marks avatar

    Reach

    Contributed by David Marks on Feb 10, 2008
    based on 5 ratings
     | 10,860 views

    Sermon is to encourage people to reach always in their lives for two things. Reach Up to God and Reach Out to people.

    Reach!—meaning “to stretch.” It implies an inconvenience. It involves movement. You can’t lean back, relax, get comfortable—and then reach, without giving up some of the comfort (at least for a moment). Reaching involves a little extra effort to get to something you want. How much extra energy you ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Modern Spiritism Series

    Contributed by Manuel Amparo on Mar 26, 2006
    based on 8 ratings
     | 5,733 views

    The practice of consulting the dead was forbidden by the severest punishment for those who practiced consulting the dead.

    MODERN SPIRITISM DEUTERONOMY 13:1-5 A. HISTORICAL SETTING OF MODERN SPIRITISM 1. Date: 1847-48 A.D. 2. Place: Hydesville, New York 3. Actors: The Fox Sisters B. CLAIMS OF SPIRITISM 1. "The dead seek to communicate with the living": 2. "Spirit Mediums are ...read more

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    Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

  • Steaven Snow avatar

    Back Pockets & Overcoats Series

    Contributed by Steaven Snow on Feb 27, 2005
    based on 9 ratings
     | 3,343 views

    ’Said’ vs. Authentic Christianity

    Back Pockets and Overcoats (Said vs. Authentic Christianity) TEXT: Romans 14:13 OBJECTS: 1 Back Pocket and 1 Overcoat 4 But put ye on the Lord Jesus Christ, and make not provision for the flesh, to fulfil the lusts thereof. Symptoms of Back Pocket “Christians” • Saying One Thing—Doing ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Ian Johnson avatar

    Landmarks

    Contributed by Ian Johnson on Jul 4, 2005
    based on 14 ratings
     | 4,300 views

    The lord is calling you to set up landmarks in the Spirit! So my people will have something to set their bearings against set up landmarks of eternal value in the Spirit, and my people will find their bearings.

    LANDMARKS The lord is calling you to set up landmarks in the Spirit! So my people will have something to set their bearings against My people have lost sight of Jesus, His Word and obedience to the Holy Spirit, and they are setting up landmarks of no eternal value. Big Church, Big sound, big Man, ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Rodney Burton avatar

    The Master's Final Words

    Contributed by Rodney Burton on Jan 27, 2009
     | 2,638 views

    A look at the last things said by Jesus before His resurrection.

    The Master’s Final Words 1. All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to Me.  Jesus has always wanted His servants to understand that He has the power to accomplish all things.  If we would gain a better understanding of the authority of the one we serve, we would then ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    May The Lamb That Was Slain

    Contributed by Andy Barnard on Dec 20, 2008
     | 2,242 views

    Is Jesus receiving what he paid for?

    “What does Jesus get out of the cross?” Ac 20:28 Keep watch over yourselves and all the flock of which the Holy Spirit has made you overseers. Be shepherds of the church of God, which he bought with his own blood. When Jesus died on the cross, what did he pay for? 1. He paid for us to be holy ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Kyle Sullivan avatar

    "Paid In Full!" Series

    Contributed by Kyle Sullivan on Jun 11, 2010
    based on 3 ratings
     | 6,533 views

    The act of Redemption.

    Redemption is one of the central themes of Scripture and specifically of Ephesians. What does Redemption mean? There are six terms taken from the New Testament in relation to salvation.  Dikaios: refers to a legal acquittal of a charge.  Aphiemi: basically means to send away, a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist