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  • Paul Clemente avatar

    God Is A God Of Covenants Series

    Contributed by Paul Clemente on Oct 28, 2008
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     | 6,344 views

    God’s covenant through Abram was about the Hebrews getting to the Promised Land of Canaan and it was a precursor to the final covenant through Jesus Christ!

    God tells Christians in 1 Peter 1:18-19, For you know that it was not with perishable things such as silver or gold that you were redeemed from the empty way of life handed down to you from your forefathers, but with the precious blood of Christ, a lamb without blemish or defect. A great hymn ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Why Religion Stinks Series

    Contributed by Stephen Collins on Jan 6, 2009
     | 5,979 views

    Part 3 of our "Being the Church" series, this one focusing on the need for an authentic, personal relationship with Jesus Christ and how "religion" does not meet that need.

    Stephen N. Collins Millville – 06/22/08 Being the Church Part 3: Why Religion Stinks Acts 4:1-22 Icebreaker: The kindergarten teacher asked the students in her class to bring something related to their families’ religions to class the next day. She asked for volunteers to show what they had ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    The Blood Made The Difference Series

    Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Jan 6, 2004
    based on 108 ratings
     | 29,856 views

    There is a PLAGUE...final and fatal it is, but there is a PROTECTION. Passover and the blood of the Lamb! Link inc. to formatted text, audio & video, PowerPoint.

    What Makes the Difference? Ex. 11:4-7 (key), 12:3-7, 12-13 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/BloodMadeDifference.html v. 7 “...the Lord doth put a DIFFERENCE between the Egyptians and Israel.” At this point in the story, Israel has been held in slavery for many years in Egypt. God raised up Moses ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    When Death Has Taken My Loved One

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Jul 11, 2010
    based on 6 ratings
     | 22,976 views

    Though unnatural, death comes to all. How shall we respond to death? We explore this neglected subject by looking at an incident in the ministry of Ezekiel.

    “The word of the LORD came to me: ‘Son of man, behold, I am about to take the delight of your eyes away from you at a stroke; yet you shall not mourn or weep, nor shall your tears run down. Sigh, but not aloud; make no mourning for the dead. Bind on your turban, and put your shoes on your feet; ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Living Water

    Contributed by Jimmy Haile on Nov 3, 2012
     | 7,383 views

    He issues the call, “Are you thirsty? Come and drink!” Do you desire satisfaction? Come and Drink! Are you burdened by the bad things you’ve done? Come and Drink! Are you weighed down by the struggles of life? Come and Drink!

    The Call of Jesus John 7:37-39-On the last day, that great day of the feast, Jesus stood and cried out, saying, “If anyone thirsts, let him come to Me and drink. He who believes in Me, as the Scripture has said, out of his heart will flow rivers of living water.” But this He spoke ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Christ Of Our Poverty

    Contributed by Mary Erickson on Jul 1, 2024
     | 555 views

    A sermon for the Sundays after Pentecost, Year B, Lectionary 13

    June 30, 2024 Rev. Mary Erickson Hope Lutheran Church Lamentations 3:22-33; 2 Corinthians 8:7-15; Mark 5:21-43 The Christ of our Poverty Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. “Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Condeming Hands Series

    Contributed by John Harvey on Mar 24, 2005
    based on 14 ratings
     | 4,240 views

    A look at Pilate and the rolehe played in handing Jesus over to be crucified.

    “God and Human Hands” “Condemning Hands” March 13,2005 ***Intro: Video of Jesus before Pilate from “The Passion” Pilate was the Roman Procurator of Judea from 26-36 AD. Judea was an imperial province which meant it was under the control of the emperor, Tiberius, directly. Pilate would have ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The True Temple Enters Jerusalem

    Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Dec 27, 2021
     | 1,705 views

    Jesus went into the Temple in Jerusalem and drove out all those who desecrated the house of the LORD, earning the scorn of the religious officials. The Lord Jesus declared Himself to be the true temple of God, holy, spotless, and free from corruption.

    John's account of the life and work of the Lord Jesus included the recording of specific miracles He performed to demonstrate His authority, power, and divinity to His disciples and to those among His countrymen who truly had a hunger for the deeper things of God. There were also those who ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    No ‘evil Yes’ Can Never Ever Defeat ‘good No’

    Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Sep 17, 2020
    based on 3 ratings
     | 5,069 views

    The world needs more of true followers of Christ Jesus as we are facing Covid-19, the pandemic

    No ‘Evil YES’ can never ever defeat ‘Good NO’ Matthew 21:28-32, Ezekiel 18:25-28, Philippians 2:1-11. Reflection Dear sisters and brothers, Today, let us listen to the text from the Gospel of Matthew for our reflection (Matthew 21:28-32): “Jesus said to the chief priests and elders of ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    Go! And... Ask The Hard Questions: What If Christianity Is A Lie? Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Aug 5, 2025
    based on 2 ratings
     | 186 views

    If Christianity is not true—if Jesus didn’t really rise from the dead—then everything we believe, preach, sing, and stand for crumbles into dust.

    Go! And... Ask the Hard Questions: What If Christianity Is a Lie? INTRODUCTION: STARTING WITH A SHOCKING QUESTION What if Christianity is a lie? That’s a bold question, isn't it? Even hearing it in church might feel unsettling. But let's face it: If Christianity is not true—if Jesus ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Multi Ethnic Bereavement

    Contributed by Davon Huss on Apr 30, 2017
     | 13,878 views

    I wrote this for a counseling class. It contains three parts: 1) Bereavement in religion 2) Bereavement in ethnic groups 3) Applications for pastoral and clinical counselors.

    To be used of the Lord to help those grieving is both satisfying and humbling. My personal prayer is that more mourners will be drawn to the gospel of Jesus Christ. The Gospel of Christ is the only thing that can bring true and lasting comfort. Jesus said, “Blessed are those that mourn, for they ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Christ: Compassionate

    Contributed by Clark Tanner on Nov 6, 2000
    based on 46 ratings
     | 5,490 views

    Compassion comes first with Jesus.

    The gospel writers did not record for us every moment of the life of Christ. At the end of his account, John tells us that “...there were also many other things which Jesus did...”. And supposes that if they were all written in detail the world would not contain the books. That may be a ...read more

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    Denomination: Orthodox

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    Rock Of Ages

    Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Jul 21, 2003
    based on 31 ratings
     | 16,545 views

    This sermon uses the text of the hymn "Rock of Ages" as the exposition of Psalm 94:22.

    THE PASTOR’S POINTS sermon ministry of CEDAR LODGE BAPTIST CHURCH Thomasville, NC A fellowship of faith, family and friendship July 20, 2003 But the LORD is my fortress; my God is a mighty rock where I can hide. Psalms 94:22 (KJV) When Jewish families gather at the Passover meal, singing is ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Forgiveness Series

    Contributed by Josh Foster on Feb 18, 2014
     | 7,094 views

    Layered in this story is the fact that forgiveness is a gift offered to us long before we ask for it! Jesus’ completed the redemptive work, by which forgiveness is made possible, on the cross. It remains whether we will accept/receive the gift He secure

    Just Words: Forgiveness Scripture Text: Mark 2.1-12 NOTE: this sermon was preached on the first Sunday of a new year. INTRODUCTION I know that a-lot-of-people really love New Year’s. The kids like New Year’s Eve so-much because they get to stay up way-past their bed-times. ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    The Heart Of Religion

    Contributed by Vic Folkert on Aug 19, 2021
     | 4,665 views

    Religious traditions and rules can be harmful, or they can provide a framework for a heart transformed. The heart is transformed by the Holy Spirit.

    THE HEART OF RELIGION—Mark 7:1-23 If you would ask 100 people, maybe on a street corner of a university or in your neighborhood, “What do you think about religion?” What would you hear? Some people would politely say, “It’s not bad to be religious, if you are into that.” Some might be glad to ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed