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  • Gerald Roberts avatar

    "They Were Willing To Walk Away"

    Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Jan 23, 2015
     | 4,687 views

    The sermon shares what the disciples were to walk away from in order to follow Jesus.

    “They were willing to walk away” Mark 1:14-20 1. Why did Jesus call these Disciples? Mark 1:14-20 • I think he called them because They were willing to walk away: • 17"Come, follow me," Jesus said, "and I will make you fishers of men." ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Christ’s Victory Over Death

    Contributed by Ivy Drafor Amenyah on Apr 16, 2022
     | 3,833 views

    The death and resurrection of Jesus brought complete victory over sin, sickness and satan.

    Introduction Imagine that Jesus died but did not rise from the dead? If He died but there is no resurrection, then there will be no ascension. If there is no ascension, there is no Pentecost. If there is no Pentecost, there is no power. Christianity will be a religion without power. Christianity ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Three Questions To Consider Concerning The Resurrection

    Contributed by Shawn Rose on Apr 23, 2011
     | 8,880 views

    This sermon addresses three questions concerning the resurrection of Christ: "Why was the resurrection so important?", "How are we expected to respond to the resurrection?", and "What should the church do in light of the resurrection?"

    THREE QUESTIONS TO CONSIDER CONCERNING THE RESURRECTION Text: Mark 16:1 – 20 Have you heard the story about the eight-year old in Sunday School on Easter Sunday? Johnny’s family weren’t regular church attenders…as a matter of fact, they only went to church on Easter ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Test Of Whether God Is Your Father Series

    Contributed by Jim Butcher on Feb 5, 2021
     | 1,780 views

    The religious leaders were proud of their heritage as children of Abraham, but that kept them from receiving what Jesus was offering. This message looks at the test of whether God or Satan is our father as well as four danger signs that we are heading in the wrong direction.

    THE TEST OF WHETHER GOD IS YOUR FATHER: The answer is found in what you do with Jesus. - John 8:42. - John 8:39b, 44. - Many focus on a generic God. - The teaching of the Kingdom is not a generic morality. - We each need to make a decision for or against Jesus. DANGER SIGNS: 1. Counting on ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dennis Davidson avatar

    An Approved Ministry Series

    Contributed by Dennis Davidson on May 14, 2009
    based on 24 ratings
     | 8,684 views

    Paul continues reporting events that occurred after his Damascus rd encounter with the Living Lord. He tells of his conversion & the yrs following to show that his message came from God alone.

    GALATIONS 1:17-24 AN APPROVED MINISTRY Acts 9:26-30 Paul continues reporting events that occurred after his life altering Damascus road encounter with the Living Lord. He tells of his conversion and the years following to show that his message came from God alone. His gospel and his ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    No Servant Is Greater Than His Master

    Contributed by Paul Estabrooks on Oct 24, 2012
    based on 15 ratings
     | 18,472 views

    There are severe forms of persecution, and less severe; but there is no such thing as a non-persecuted Christian!

    Introduction Jesus promised his disciples the night before he was crucified that their lot was to be no different than His. Jesus said: “No servant is greater than his master. If they persecuted me, they will persecute you also!” Persecution Is on the Rise The Pew Research ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

  • Pastor/Author: Terry Sisney avatar

    It's Already In The House

    Contributed by Pastor/Author: Terry Sisney on Aug 30, 2008
    based on 81 ratings
     | 70,319 views

    A Powerful revelation for receiving a miracle in your life. God says you have what it takes,

    She wanted the prophet to do something for her, to help her out of her dilemma, some kind of blessing to help her out of her mess. What the Man of God really said to her was: It’s already in the house I know it’s a little hard to believe right now, but your healing is already in the house, your ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Imagine Life Without Jesus

    Contributed by Jason Cole on Mar 11, 2007
    based on 36 ratings
     | 39,349 views

    What would a world without Jesus ever entering look like? Many think they would like it, but I suggest it wouldn’t be too good.

    “Imagine: Life With No Jesus” Introduction: Years ago John Lennon had a big hit song titled “Imagine”. In that song he said this: Imagine there’s no countries, It isn’t hard to do, Nothing to kill or die for, No religion too, Imagine all the people living life in peace... I do not think that he ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Do You Enjoy God

    Contributed by William Nieporte on Nov 19, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,807 views

    This was preached two Sundays after my resignation, dealing with the approaching time of transition that the church (and pastor) will be experiencing.

    Introduction: Hold items dug up in the process of moving. Use them as references to all of the change that we have experienced individually and as a church. File – containing clergy records Church – nearly 75% of you were not actively involved when I arrived New article – 911 and all that has ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The First Miracle Series

    Contributed by Jonathan Mcleod on Feb 12, 2008
    based on 18 ratings
     | 17,075 views

    Jesus can quench our thirst for real, lasting joy.

    In every wedding ceremony, there is always at least one mistake. A young couple, very much in love, was getting married. Marilyn, the wife to be, was very nervous about the big occasion and so the pastor chose a Scripture verse that he felt would be a great encouragement to her. The verse was 1 ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Pastor/Author: Terry Sisney avatar

    Launch Out Into The Deep

    Contributed by Pastor/Author: Terry Sisney on Aug 15, 2005
    based on 46 ratings
     | 24,746 views

    There are great things waiting for the child of God, but we have to get off the bank into the deep.

    Launch out into the deep Jude 1:3 3 ¶ Beloved, when I gave all diligence to write unto you of the common salvation, it was needful for me to write unto you, and exhort you that (ye should earnestly contend for the faith) which was once delivered unto the saints. Boats: Speaks of ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Richard Reid avatar

    Moving Forward

    Contributed by Richard Reid on Aug 18, 2006
    based on 14 ratings
     | 13,961 views

    Taking your next step spiritually.

    Moving Forward James 1:25-27 8/14/06 But he who looks into the perfect law of liberty and continues in it, and is not a forgetful hearer but a doer of the work, this one will be blessed in what he does. If anyone among you thinks he is religious, and does not bridle his tongue but deceives his own ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Comeback Kid

    Contributed by Rick Pendleton on Nov 9, 2004
    based on 24 ratings
     | 14,022 views

    An Easter sermon that looks at some of the great sports comebacks and then talks about the greatest comback of all... the Resurrection.

    The Comeback Kid John 20:1-18 John Elway, former quarterback for the Denver Broncos was known as the “comeback kid” because of the many times he brought his team from seemingly insurmountable odds to victory. The 49ers trailed 38-14 with 4 minutes left in the third quarter, but they scored 25 ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Living For Christ In A Postmodern World

    Contributed by Ezekiel Ette on Oct 21, 2017
     | 6,824 views

    It is possible to live the Christian life and still live responsibly and fully in a world of diversity.

    Living for Christ in a Postmodern World The Rev. (Dr.) Ezekiel Ette Matt. 22 : 15 – 22 We live in a confusing time indeed, a time when what is reality and truth are considered controversial, yet we follow a savior who is the way, the truth and the life” (John 14 : 6). There was a time when many ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    The Radiant King Series

    Contributed by Rick Stacy on May 27, 2003
    based on 44 ratings
     | 5,024 views

    1st in 17 week series on 1 Corinthians. Jesus is the source of the light that shines in the darkness. We need to have Jesus in us so that He radiates through us to pierce the darkness…

    The Radiant King Jesus is the source of the light that shines in the darkness. We need to have Jesus in us so that He radiates through us to pierce the darkness… The Radiant King Corinth was a rich city of commerce and culture. It was a town of great diversity with many peoples and religions ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ