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  • Stephen Smarowsky avatar

    Listen...jesus Is Praying

    Contributed by Stephen Smarowsky on Dec 22, 2008
    based on 15 ratings
     | 11,780 views

    This is an expositional study on the passage commonly known as the "High Priestly Prayer." If you tke the time to read through this it will truly touch you. I pray that God will use this study to change your heart in many different ways.

    The passage of chapter 17 verses 1-26 in the book of John is widely known as the “High Priestly Prayer.” Within these verses Jesus is praying to the Father. “Though this prayer, unlike the one found in Matthew, was not spoken deliberately for the purpose of giving instruction in this spiritual ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Ow! That Hurts! (Pt. 2)

    Contributed by Chris Talton on Dec 19, 2003
    based on 40 ratings
     | 2,935 views

    This is the second portion of a sermon on God’s discipline in our lives. Part of a series on abiding in Christ

    Nov. 2, 2003 John 15 “Ow! That hurts!” (pt. 2) INTRODUCTION Talk about the story in the Old Testament where the Israelite spies who had gone into Canaan brought back a single cluster of grapes that was so large that it had to be carried on a pole between two of the men (Numbers ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Ed Taylor avatar

    What Controls Your Mind: The Spirit Or The Flesh? Series

    Contributed by Ed Taylor on Dec 23, 2008
    based on 7 ratings
     | 12,194 views

    To be carnally minded is death, but to be spiritually minded is life.

    1. Chapter of 8 is SO REFRESHING! – IN Christ… • There is NO CONDEMNATION. NO BURDEN OF GUILT. • There is freedom & power & strength in the Holy Spirit. • These truths are where our minds dwell, where we love to hang out, we love to enjoy when we’re spiritually minded. NOTE: Up to this point in ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    You Need This! Series

    Contributed by Kevin Broyhill on Oct 3, 2024
     | 729 views

    This message will uncover two priceless jewels in the book of Philemon: grace and peace—treasures that only God can give, and every soul desperately needs.

    You Need This! Philemon 1-3 Introduction: Illust: You may not be familiar with the name of Edward Teach (Thatch), but you are familiar with the name, “Blackbeard.” Edward Teach or Blackbeard was one of the most feared and famous pirates to ever sail the waters off the coasts of Virginia and the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Follow And Serve The One Who Will Never Leave You

    Contributed by Craig Condon on Jun 11, 2015
     | 7,741 views

    We must use the courage that a life in faith with God gives us to live a life that is more revolutionary than our secular world or any other non-Christian faith. God will give us the courage to work like army commandos.

    If I told you that religion is not the same as Christianity, would you be surprised? Religion is man's attempt to reach God. It focuses on our deeds. It is the broken cistern referred to in Jeremiah 2:4-13. Christianity is God's attempt to reach man. We are meant to be fully in relationship with ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    Mary Magdelene Series

    Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Apr 6, 2020
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,144 views

    The resurrection narratives of four gospels record very precisely how things were moving from one stage to the other. All of them want to give credit to Mary Magdalene as the first evangelist of the Kingdom of God was Mary Magdalene. Read to know the power of a converted woman.

    Resurrection Day Theme: First Evangelist Mary Text: John 20:10-19 Introduction: The resurrection narratives in all four gospels record very precisely how things were moving from one stage to the other. All of them want to give credit to Mary Magdalene as the first person to meet the Resurrected ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Why Are There So Many Hypocrites? Series

    Contributed by Brian Bill on May 30, 2003
    based on 165 ratings
     | 127,102 views

    A hypocrite is literally “one who hides behind a mask.” While there certainly are some believers who are hypocrites, real Christians are forgiven sinners. As we distinguish the difference between being real and being a mask-wearer, we recognize that bel

    Why Are There So Many Hypocrites? Rev. Brian Bill 4/29/01 Armed with hidden cameras, a recent Dateline NBC program depicted what goes on behind the scenes at some used car lots. It was incredible. A couple of the salesmen had no problem lying to potential customers. They went out of their way ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dr. Stanley Vasu avatar

    7 Portraits Of The Cross

    Contributed by Dr. Stanley Vasu on Apr 10, 2009
    based on 17 ratings
     | 5,513 views

    1.GOD WHO GAVE HIS SON 2.THE LAMB OF GOD 3.THE GOOD SHEPHERD 4.THE BRAZEN SERPENT 5.THE SIGN OF JONAH 6.THE BREAD OF LIFE 7.THE LAST ADAM

    7 PORTRAITS OF THE CROSS ******************************** OUTLINE 1.GOD WHO GAVE HIS SON 2.THE LAMB OF GOD 3.THE GOOD SHEPHERD 4.THE BRAZEN SERPENT 5.THE SIGN OF JONAH 6.THE BREAD OF LIFE 7.THE LAST ADAM THE MESSAGE 7 PORTRAITS OF THE ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 12, 2025
    based on 3 ratings
     | 311 views

    The sermon emphasizes steadfast obedience to God amid cultural pressures, highlighting how consistent faithfulness and convictions can leave a lasting legacy and honor God.

    Some families pass down recipes, some pass down stories, some pass down the old pocketknife with a smooth handle and a history. The Rechabites passed down a way to walk with God. Simple. Steady. Set like wet cement that hardened into holy habit. And in a world that shifts and shouts and sells ...read more

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  • Evie Megginson avatar

    The Calvary Story

    Contributed by Evie Megginson on Mar 14, 2005
    based on 38 ratings
     | 11,413 views

    CONCERNING THE CALVARY STORY, WE NOTICE THE FOLLOWING THREE SCENES:THE TESTING OF JESUS IN THE GARDEN, THE TRIAL OF JESUS BY THE JEWS, AND THE TORTURE OF JESUS ON THE CROSS.

    THE CALVARY STORY Luke 23:33A And when they were come to the place, which is called Calvary, there they crucified him. During the last week of Jesus, He rode into Jerusalem on one Sunday as a carpenter , and on Friday, He was crucified, and the next Sunday, He arose as a King. Arlington ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A New Hope Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Aug 16, 2004
    based on 89 ratings
     | 28,385 views

    God was giving Jeremiah a chance to be a messenger of hope. There was to be a new covenant. But when was this covenant to take effect and who would be part of it?

    OPEN: I recently ran across a “good news” “bad news” joke for preachers: Good News: You baptized four people down at the river last Sunday Bad News: You lost 2 others to the river’s current Good News: You finally found a choir director who did things your way. Bad News: The choir mutinied Good ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Roger Thomas avatar

    Why We Don't Fear Death Series

    Contributed by Roger Thomas on Feb 16, 2007
    based on 9 ratings
     | 9,102 views

    We can face death with confidence because Christ faced it for us and arose victorious.

    Dr. Roger W. Thomas, Preaching Minister First Christian Church, Vandalia, MO What Happens When A Persons Dies? Why We Don’t Fear Death Hebrews 2:14-15 Fear is a natural response to death. It was then. It is now. Those first Christians had every reason to be afraid on that first Easter ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Rev. Matthew Parker avatar

    Think Good Thoughts Series

    Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Nov 2, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,760 views

    Paul points the path to peace. It is in Jesus, of course. It is also to do with how we choose to use our minds. What have you done for your mind lately?

    Sermon for CATM – November 2, 2008 – “Think Good Thoughts” – Philippians 4:1-8 Here you see a glass (use a glass as a visual). Is it half empty, or is it half full? It all depends on your perspective, on how you see the glass. Now my brother Craig, after he was diagnosed with terminal cancer, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Joseph Rodgers avatar

    Green With Envy Series

    Contributed by Joseph Rodgers on Nov 30, 2006
    based on 24 ratings
     | 12,578 views

    A sermon series on the seven deadly sins.

    Virus: Hidden Infections of the Spiritual Life Envy – Green w/ Envy Review: We’re in a study of the (7) deadly sins – we’ve looked at laziness, lust, anger, and pride. This AM we’re going to examine the virus of envy. The Bible provides many examples of envy: Cain envied Abel so he ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dean Courtier avatar

    Forward In Faith 5: You Can’t Earn Salvation A Communion Reflection

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Oct 15, 2013
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,278 views

    God has given us the freedom to accept or reject his Grace. God makes this offer because He loves us. He loves us unconditionally. He doesn’t love us because we’re perfect. He loves us in spite of the fact we’re not perfect.

    Maybe you try to live a good life, maybe you even try to live a godly life. Maybe you try your hardest to remain faithful, to be an obedient disciple of Jesus. Maybe sometimes that is easier said than done. ---- Maybe its safe for me to assume that we all seek to at least keep the 10 ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal