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  • Bob Joyce avatar

    New Wine

    Contributed by Bob Joyce on Jan 3, 2011
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     | 8,152 views

    The underlying reason for all of Jesus' mighty works is clearly stated in John 2:11, “In order that they might see, and seeing believe.”

    Out of the vast amount of material available to John, the writer of the Gospel, he has carefully chosen his material as an eyewitness of all Jesus did and said, In his writing he has a clear, guiding purpose. John 20:30-31 tells us, "Many other signs therefore Jesus also performed in the presence ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Four Words That Could Change Your Christmas: Worship Series

    Contributed by Ken Pell on Nov 28, 2011
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     | 7,619 views

    Week #1 of Advent Conspiracy; "Worship Fully"

    ADVENT CONSPIRACY FOUR WORDS THAT COULD CHANGE YOUR CHRISTMAS: WORSHIP* Luke 2:22-38 Big Idea: Week #1 of Advent Conspiracy, Worship Fully Supporting Scripture: Leviticus 23; Psalm 19:1; Ecclesiastes 3:11; Ephesians 1:12 INTRO: So we begin our Advent journey today. You know by now that we are ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    The Baptism Of Christ Series

    Contributed by Leighton (Lee) Vary on Dec 21, 2015
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     | 8,232 views

    The perfect example of Christ's obediance

    Introduction The outline for this message came out of the "Preacher's Outline and Sermon Bible." Our question today is “what is baptism all about? The answer is found in studying Jesus' baptism and John's reaction to Jesus' baptism. Lets outline our passage this way: 1. The ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    "What Does God Want?"

    Contributed by Ken Sauer on Jan 25, 2017
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     | 15,169 views

    A sermon about mercy, justice, humility.

    “What Does God Want?” Micah 6:1-8 18 years ago I was an Associate Pastor at a big church in Macon, Georgia and also going to seminary at the same time. I felt God calling me to reach out to a community of folks I had just recently heard about. It was a homeless shelter for ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Lesson: Ivd1 - Having Died With Christ To The World Series

    Contributed by John Lowe on Oct 14, 2019
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    The principle, "Do not touch, do not taste, do not handle" describes the whole negative character of legalism.

    12/22/18 Tom Lowe Lesson: IVD1 - Having Died With Christ To The World (Colossians 2:20-22) Scripture: Colossians 2:20-22 (NIV) 20 Since you died with Christ to the elemental spiritual forces of this world, why, as though you still belonged to the world, do you submit to its rules: 21 “Do not ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Forget Me Not

    Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Feb 7, 2025
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    To keep faithful to our faithful God we set aside time to remember. We must regularly turn our attention back to God, up to God, forward to God to keep our side of the covenant agreement.

    DO NOT FORGET God of our fathers, known of old – Lord of our far flung battle line Beneath whose awful hand we hold dominion over palm and pine Lord God of Hosts, be with us yet, lest we forget - lest we forget! About 100 years ago, the British poet Rudyard ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Behold, The Lamb Of God Series

    Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Apr 18, 2025
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    Jesus is the Lamb of God. What does that mean for me?

    Behold, The Lamb Of God Jeffery Anselmi / General Adult Easter Series / Lamb of God / John 1:29; John 1:35–37 Jesus is the Lamb of God. What does that mean for me? INTRODUCTION - It is Resurrection Sunday! - This is a time to celebrate this wonderful holiday that represents the greatest event ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Worship That's For Real PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 30, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 811 views

    Explores seeking sincere spirituality and sacredness through surrendering self, as exemplified by the Samaritan woman's transformative encounter with Jesus.

    Good morning, dear friends! It's a joy to be here with you today, united in our shared love for our Saviour and in our ongoing quest to understand and live out His teachings. We are blessed to be able to gather, learn, and grow together, and I am grateful for the opportunity to share with you the ...read more

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    Anatomy Of Prayer PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 7, 2023
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     | 966 views

    Explores the power of prayer as a divine dialogue, emphasizing its necessity, prudent use, and the different types it encompasses in our lives.

    Good morning, dear brothers and sisters in Christ. As we gather here today, in this sanctuary of faith and fellowship, we find ourselves standing on the precipice of a new day, a new opportunity to deepen our connection with our Creator, our Father in Heaven. Today, we turn our hearts and minds to ...read more

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    Is History Repeating Itself? PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 15, 2024
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     | 684 views

    This sermon explores the prophecies of Scripture, warns against superficial faith, and emphasizes the importance of genuine worship in deepening our relationship with God.

    Good morning, cherished family in Christ. It's a joy to be with you all today, to share in the fellowship of faith, to bask in the warmth of our shared belief, and to stand together on the solid rock of our Savior's love. I am thrilled to be here with you, as we gather under the sheltering wings of ...read more

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    Judged By My Own Actions Series

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Oct 15, 2017
     | 8,647 views

    A study of the continual struggle each believer faces as the Spirit confronts the flesh.

    “If it had not been for the law, I would not have known sin. For I would not have known what it is to covet if the law had not said, ‘You shall not covet.’ But sin, seizing an opportunity through the commandment, produced in me all kinds of covetousness. For apart from the law, sin lies dead. I ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    God's Word Is Powerful And Effective

    Contributed by Christopher Raiford on Jul 11, 2002
    based on 94 ratings
     | 17,096 views

    Sermon on the power of the word of God

    I used to know a man that was against coming to church. No matter what his wife tried to do, she could not convince him to come to church. You see as a youth this individual was led astray by false teachers of what was supposed to be God’s Word. The young man was taught that the only way he could ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    A Season To Embrace Series

    Contributed by David Dewitt on Dec 6, 2000
    based on 74 ratings
     | 6,413 views

    An examination of the grace of God as shown through the genealogy of Jesus Christ.

    A Season to Embrace Matthew 1:1-17 December 3, 2000 Morning Service Introduction I. We are starting the Advent season A. The season of Christ’s birth B. A new message series: Discover Christ in Christmas 1. The series will focus on the message of Christmas 2. This morning’s message will be A ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    A Call To Quietnes

    Contributed by Lew Slade on Feb 15, 2007
    based on 9 ratings
     | 4,289 views

    Being quiet before God is as important as being busy for him.

    The Call to Quietness I have to say that I am very glad that our gospel reading today skips over the horrific story of the beheading of John the Baptist, and rather moves on chronologically from last week. We read then how Jesus sent out the twelve disciples in ministry for the first time. Today ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

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    The Mystery Revealed To Believers Series

    Contributed by Bob Briggs on Oct 18, 2005
    based on 44 ratings
     | 7,371 views

    God had a mystery He has revealed through Paul to the church

    A mystery-lover takes his place in the theater for opening night, but his seat is way back in the theater, far from the stage. The man calls an usher over and whispers, ’’I just love a good mystery, and I have been anxiously anticipating the opening of this play. However, in order to carefully ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal