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  • Robert Leroe avatar

    "Faith Or Futility" Series

    Contributed by Robert Leroe on Jul 5, 2002
    based on 84 ratings
     | 6,003 views

    God enables us to find fulfillment in vocation and in family relationships. How are we touching the lives of others?

    Psalm Steps> Psalm 127, “Faith or Futility” Pastor Bob Leroe, Cliftondale Congregational Church, Saugus, Massachusetts There’s an old German saying: “An Gottes Segen ist alles gelegen”, or “Everything depends on God’s blessing. In Edinburgh, Scotland, the city seal reads in Latin, “Nisi Dominus ...read more

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    Denomination: Congregational

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    You Are My Servant, Israel Series

    Contributed by Peter Schmidt on Nov 13, 2003
    based on 55 ratings
     | 9,368 views

    Isaiah records a divine Father-Son conversation as they discuss our salvation.

    Epiphany 2 Isaiah 49:1-6 Have you ever wondered what it would be like to eavesdrop in on a conversation where God the Father is speaking to God the Son? Wouldn’t it be interesting sometime to be a fly on the wall when members of the Holy Trinity sat down and discussed things together? Well, ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Encourage Each Other

    Contributed by Daniel Devilder on Dec 6, 2006
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,233 views

    Thesis: Our Christian Family Is to Strengthen one another’s Spiritual Heart (commitment). Part of a few sermons that dealt with Dallas Willard’s "VIM:" Vision, Intent, Means, crucial elements of discipleship. This is on the "means" of growth.

    Strengthening God’s Family Dan’s sad senior year last mile race (i thought i could win districts, and my teammates just laughed. Sometimes that is the feeling we have about those who are supposed to love us. Read text. Dallas Willard’s acronym “VIM” today is on "M:" Means Observation Thesis: ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Buddhism/Self-Trust Series

    Contributed by Robert Leroe on Aug 22, 2003
    based on 43 ratings
     | 5,305 views

    Buddhims seeks answers from within, while Christianity relies on help from Above--a look at this Eastern moral philosophy from a Christian perspective.

    World Religions—Buddhism>Trust in Self versus Trust in God Philippians 4:11-13 Pastor Bob Leroe, Cliftondale Congregational Church, Saugus Massachusetts A basic teaching of the Bible is that we can’t make it on our own; we can’t find answers, nor can we attain contentment or purpose apart from ...read more

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    Denomination: Congregational

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    Keep The Unity Of The Spirit

    Contributed by Jonathan Semro on Aug 29, 2003
    based on 23 ratings
     | 19,694 views

    God has given us a wonderful gift. He has called us to be his own, and he has given us unity in the Spirit. This oneness, this unity, is a GIFT, something we have from Christ.

    Ephesians 4:1-6 Grace, mercy and peace are yours from God our Father and our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Amen. (Eph 4:1-6 NIV) "As a prisoner for the Lord, then, I urge you to live a life worthy of the calling you have received. {2} Be completely humble and gentle; be patient, bearing with ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Dave McFadden avatar

    "A Psalm Of Christian Unity"

    Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Jun 4, 2007
    based on 80 ratings
     | 49,714 views

    A sermon on Christian unity based on Psalm 133.

    A father had a family of quarreling sons. One day he called his sons before him and, picking out the strongest of them, handed him a stick. “Snap it,” he said. The son did so with a gesture of contempt. The man handed him two sticks. “Snap them,” he said. Again the son did so. The old man ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Rev. Bruce A. Shields avatar

    Jesus Blesses The Children Series

    Contributed by Rev. Bruce A. Shields on Aug 23, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 9,520 views

    Part 21:The Great Commission - Jesus blesses the children, and commands that we be like them.

    The Great Commission Part 21 – Jesus Blesses the Children Pastor Bruce A. Shields House of Faith – www.PS127.org | www.TruthDigest.org ANNOUNCEMENTS 6:00PM Evening Service at the church – Cancelled because of graduations WHERE WE ARE AT † Disciples argue about who is Greatest? † Jesus ...read more

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    Denomination: Bible Church

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    Putting God First

    Contributed by Mark Roper on Nov 27, 2007
    based on 18 ratings
     | 22,737 views

    We face many different dilemmas because our prorities are mixed up.

    Putting God First (See also "Love grown Cold") Hag 1:5-6,9 Hag 1:9-10 Overview Haggai was a prophet who spoke to the tiny Jewish community, which had settled again in the Promised Land after the Babylonian Captivity. His message was a reminder of the importance to; Put God First God’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Foundations For A Great Church

    Contributed by David Dewitt on Sep 2, 2010
    based on 8 ratings
     | 6,991 views

    There are four major foundations that need laid to build a great church: prayer, power, proclaimation and passion.

    Foundations to Build a Great Church Acts 4:31-35 August 29, 2010 Morning Message Introduction On December 2001, the “Leaning Tower of Pisa” was finally reopened to the public, after having been closed for almost a dozen years. During that time, engineers completed a 25 million dollar ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Regarding Christian Citizenship Series

    Contributed by Bobby Stults on Jul 15, 2009
    based on 3 ratings
     | 4,432 views

    Paul was NOT suggesting that these believers neglect their earthly citizenship. Paul’s challenge to them was that they recognize the unique relationship they had with God and the work of the Kingdom.

    SERMON BRIEF Date Written: January 17, 2001 Date Preached: January 17, 2001 Church: BBC (PM) Wed Night FOUNDATIONAL ELEMENTS Series: Great Imperatives for the Christian Walk Title: The Imperative of Our Christian Citizenship Text: Phil 1:27-30 Introduction: Paul shares many thrilling truths in ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Bear With One Another Series

    Contributed by John Dobbs on Aug 6, 2021
     | 2,790 views

    I doubt that any of us feel worthy of the life that the Lord has given. We are in great need of his grace and help every day.

    - Building Up One Another - Bear With One Another Ephesians 4:2 Introduction I doubt that any of us feel worthy of the life that the Lord has given. We are in great need of his grace and help every day. Still, Apostle Paul urged the Ephesians to “live a life worthy of the calling you have ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Peace Series

    Contributed by Roshelle Brenneise on May 27, 2021
     | 4,074 views

    You will recognize them BY. THEIR. FRUITS.

    August 01, 2020 The desire of all humanity is peace. But what kind of peace do we want, exactly? • No war? • No quarrels, conflicts, arguments with family, friends, co-workers? • No civil disturbances or riots – law and order? • No political in-fighting? • Calm and tranquility? Is that all ...read more

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    Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

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    The Way, The Truth, The Life

    Contributed by Dr. David Wesner on May 13, 2015
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,021 views

    The Christian way of life can only be fulfilled through the power of the Holy Spirit. When a person walks in "the way and the truth," life is produced. A life in Christ is a transformed life. We change what we were for who He is.

    John 14:6 Jesus answered, "I am the way and the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me. Jesus is obviously talking about Eternal Life with the Father in Heaven. People ask “why is Jesus the ONLY way to God?” The answer is: Christianity is the ONLY religion ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

  • Perry Greene avatar

    Fountains Free Series

    Contributed by Perry Greene on Apr 2, 2014
     | 5,763 views

    Shepherds live(d) a harsh life in the Negev. Water was key to the survival of the flock. Living water was key.

    1. Superman Vs. Batman There was an interesting article in Time magazine some time ago. It was about Superman -- and it seems this superhero has fallen on hard times lately. Even though, as a cartoon character he is the icon of DC comics he trails behind Batman in popularity. At DC Comics, Jim Lee, ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Christ Centered Life

    Contributed by David Dewitt on Apr 25, 2014
    based on 4 ratings
     | 17,973 views

    Jesus calls the Rich Young Ruler to live out a radial life. We are called to live a life centered on Jesus

    The Christ Centered Life Mark 10:17-23 January 22, 2014 Morning Service The Nicolas Copernicus challenged the world wide understanding of science. It was a revolution that turned the world upside down. Copernicus challenged the idea that the earth was at the center of the universe. The ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God