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  • Kenneth Trent avatar

    One Resolution Every Christian Should Make (And Keep)

    Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Jan 3, 2004
    based on 88 ratings
     | 5,845 views

    We should continually resolve, or purpose in our hearts, to magnify God in our lives by praising and giving thanks to Him without ceasing.

    ONE RESOLUTION EVERY CHRISTIAN SHOULD MAKE (and keep) “Oh, that men would give thanks to the LORD for His goodness, And for His wonderful works to the children of men! For He satisfies the longing soul, and fills the hungry soul with goodness.” Psalms 107:8-9 It is customary at the beginning of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Jesus, The Bread Of Life

    Contributed by Ewen Huffman on Oct 6, 2005
    based on 44 ratings
     | 7,449 views

    A simple sermon for our service for Older Folks.

    Jesus, the bread of life. Harvest 6.10.05. Silver Service. Jn 6:32-40 As World War II was drawing to a close, the Allied armies gathered up many hungry orphans. They were placed in camps where they were well-fed. Despite excellent care, they slept poorly. They seemed nervous and afraid. Finally, a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    "Your Choice: Muhammad Or Jesus?"

    Contributed by Jerry Depoy on Oct 10, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 2,446 views

    Muhammad or Jesus? Remember a choice was once made between Barabbas and Jesus! This is a study in contrast between Islam and Christianity.

    A Comparison in Contrast between Mohammad and Jesus… Muhammad: Lived and died. (c 570-632 AD) Jesus: Virgin Birth, lived a sinless life, died, and rose again from the dead. Muhammad: Never mentioned by the OT Prophets. Jesus: The fulfillment of all OT prophecies. Muhammad: Never made a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    How Can I Really Get To Know God? Series

    Contributed by Stephen Smarowsky on Jun 16, 2008
    based on 34 ratings
     | 11,814 views

    Whether you made a commitment years ago or have yet to accept Him into your life, there always remains much more to learn about His nature and ways.

    How Can I Really Get to Know God? : Hosea 6:6 Introduction: Did you know that God wants to show you more of Himself everyday? Are you seeking after God with all your strength? Does your time with the Lord reenergize you or does it feel more like a ritualistic experience? Repeatedly in Scripture ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • John Raulerson avatar

    Shepherds: Portrait Of Grace Series

    Contributed by John Raulerson on Dec 13, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,229 views

    God’s inclusion of the shepherds in the Christmas story is a beautiful portrait of His grace.

    Series: Characters at the Cradle SHEPHERDS: Portrait of Grace Luke 2:8-20 When God sent His Son into the world, He sent into a setting of religious pride and bigotry. He came into a world where people were bound under the heavy yoke of legalism believing one had to work for their salvation. He ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    It Is Finished

    Contributed by Sherry Proskine on Aug 6, 2008
    based on 16 ratings
     | 6,063 views

    Before the Cross, is His story...who He was and why He came. After the Cross, there is nothing. Nothing more to come. All that is needed has been done. It is finished.

    Open: Bible tells us "God made Sabbath for man." For rest and to remember the work of Jesus Christ Today: Special Sabbath Easter This week-end represented Jesus’ death, burial and resurrection. God had a plan. It started in the garden-- 1 sacrifice for 2 people Later nation of ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Christianity Centers In Christ Series

    Contributed by Donald Minshew on Jul 17, 2007
     | 2,884 views

    Describes how Christ is the central point to our belief system

    Christianity centers in Christ! Colossians 2:16-23 1. Christians follow Christ, not men’s rules. Contexually: Jewish legal system. Not under law…and we’ve never been under it. Make our own rules: Great ones for making rules. Not so good at making them. Florida: The state constitution allows ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • David Parks avatar

    The Best And Worst Of Times

    Contributed by David Parks on Feb 25, 2005
    based on 10 ratings
     | 2,863 views

    For the unfaithful it is the worst of times. For the faitfhul it is the best of tiems.

    LIVING IN THE BEST AND WORST OF TIMES INTRODUCTION: One of the most powerful paragraphs in all of literature is found in the Dickens masterpiece, A Tale of Two Cities. Surely, you’ve heard it before, “It was the best of times, it was the worst of times, it was the age of wisdom, it was the age of ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    A Ministry Is Born

    Contributed by Mark Wood on Jul 19, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 2,288 views

    Dr Wood uses this text to show four things that will happen when God is at work in the lives of people.

    Verses 19-20 Hellenist – Greek Speaking Jews The Hellenist were the ones who killed Stephen and attempted to kill Saul Now they are being converted to Jesus in Antioch Antioch is located in the Northeast tip of the Mediterranean Sea What is now the northern part of Syria. This Antioch should ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Blessing Of A Bad Reputation

    Contributed by Charles Salmon on Jul 26, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 2,987 views

    The early Church had a bad reputation which helped it grow and we should cultivate such a bad repputation in our time.

    The Blessing of a Bad Reputation Acts 28:22 INTRO.:Paul is in Rome facing trial for preaching Christ. While waiting for his hearing before Caesar, he is permitted to have guests and to communicate with others. He calls the leaders of the local synagogue to explain his side of the issues before the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Tim Byrd avatar

    Worthy Is The Lamb Series

    Contributed by Tim Byrd on Oct 18, 2002
    based on 34 ratings
     | 6,499 views

    Week 14 in a Wednesday evening study through the book of Revelation

    WEEK 14 “Worthy Is The Lamb” Date: September 18, 2002 Place: Allendale Baptist Church Text: Revelation 5:8-14 Introduction In our last study beginning in chapter 5 we see the church in heaven. Chapter 5, a continuation of chapter 4 is the first picture we see of the ongoing worship that we will ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Rodelio Mallari avatar

    Satan And His Devices

    Contributed by Rodelio Mallari on Dec 31, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,961 views

    Part of the Christian life is involvement in spiritual warfare. We are on God’s side and God’s greatest foe – Satan – is also our greatest adversary. The Bible teaches us to be alert of Satan’s devices. Advanced knowledge of his tactics is the key to achi

    Intro: Part of the Christian life is involvement in spiritual warfare. We are on God’s side and God’s greatest foe – Satan – is also our greatest adversary. Satan’s pride was the main cause of his downfall from heaven (Luke 10:18). He was originally not a created devil but a cherub that guards ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

  • Kevin Ruffcorn avatar

    Dual Personality Series

    Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Jan 14, 2011
     | 4,588 views

    Jesus at his baptism, tood on our identity--that of a sinner. At our baptism, we take on Jesus' identity--missionary, evangelist proclaiming the God's kingdom is near.

    Matthew 3:13-17 “Dual Personality” INTRODUCTION A reader of the scriptures does not get very far in any of the four gospels before coming upon this critical event in the life of Christ—his baptism. It is one of the few incidents in Jesus’ life that is contained in all ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Rodney Kelley avatar

    Burdened Enough To Seek The Lord

    Contributed by Rodney Kelley on Sep 20, 2010
     | 7,833 views

    What will it take for you to seek the Lord?

    Intro. Have you ever noticed that when things are going well, many have no desire for God. Tragedy drives us to want to pray. Burdens drive us to seek help. Daniel had a burden. Daniel had been through a trying time. He was not one that any could say he deserved it, but before the Lord showed ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Ross Cochrane avatar

    Part 4 - Matthew 12:1-14 - Ancient Clues Uncover The Mystery! Series

    Contributed by Ross Cochrane on Sep 24, 2010
    based on 34 ratings
     | 6,358 views

    Talk about SUSPENSE AND INTRIGUE! Subatomic anti-matter threatens the existence of Vatican city in Rome. Key Cardinals from the Roman Catholic church vanish. And it all points to the ILLUMINATI, a secret society that has re-emerged from history.

    Part 4 - Matthew 12:1-14 - ANCIENT CLUES UNCOVER THE MYSTERY! Talk about SUSPENSE AND INTRIGUE! Subatomic anti-matter threatens the existence of Vatican city in Rome. Key Cardinals from the Roman Catholic church vanish. And it all points to the ILLUMINATI, a secret society that has re-emerged from ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational