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  • T.J. Conwell avatar

    Hope In Christ Series

    Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Jul 11, 2016
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     | 6,994 views

    In order to have hope, we must believe in something. It is not something given by man - which is why Jesus said, “Come to me”. Where do you find hope? What do you choose to satisfy you when the chaos of the world invades your life?

    Hope in Christ John 7:25-44 Introduction - The gospel of John screams of the faith that we should have in Christ -- It is the clearest example of living life FOR the one who redeemed you and I - Turmoil today is out of control … -- Many are asking, "Who is in charge?" -- What ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Kingdom Of Christ

    Contributed by Jason Smith on Sep 16, 2014
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    There was a common belief at the time of Jesus that the Messiah's kingdom would be a physical kingdom, and that it would include all of Israel (and no Gentiles). Is this belief true that was believed then and today?

    There was a common belief at the time of Jesus that the Messiah's kingdom would be a physical kingdom, and that it would include all of Israel (and no Gentiles). The disciples asked Jesus in Acts 1:6, "Lord, is it at this time You are restoring the kingdom to Israel?" The disciples are showing in ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • John Johnson avatar

    New In Christ

    Contributed by John Johnson on Oct 26, 2014
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    A high level of excitement sets in when you anticipate and then finally get something new. As I thought about getting something new, I wondered to myself how many of us get equally excited about obtaining a new life in Christ.

    New In Christ (TLC 11/16/02) If you have your bibles, turn to 2 Corinthians 5:17 “Therefore if any man be in Christ, he is a new creature: old things are passed away; behold, all things are become new.” Let me start off by saying that there are a lot of people that are trying to be new ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Soldiers For Christ

    Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Nov 9, 2014
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     | 13,593 views

    A Veteran's Day sermon. The Bible often uses warfare as a metaphor for the Christian life. This sermon examines how Paul likens the Christian life to warfare and what this teaches us about how to win the battle in the Christian life.

    Soldiers for Christ Veteran’s Day Sermon November 9, 2014 TEXT: Please turn in your Bibles to 2 Timothy 2:3-4 INTRODUCTION Illus. – For a long time I didn’t understand my father-in-law, Sydney Robertson. He was the quietist man I ever met; almost unnervingly so. Having ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Freedom In Christ Series

    Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Nov 9, 2014
     | 7,824 views

    1) The Principle (1 Corinthians 8:1–3); 2) The Reality: (1 Corinthians 8:4-7) and (3) The Liberty: (1 Corinthians 8:8-13).

    One of the key elements in the celebration of Remembrance Day is the acknowledgement of the achievements wrought through conflict. In fighting tyranny and oppression, veterans protected freedom. Without this sacrifice, dictators would have forced their twisted ideology upon us while eliminating the ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    The Return Of Christ Series

    Contributed by Davon Huss on Nov 16, 2014
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     | 8,022 views

    View the Second Coming with 3 images, pictures (Material adapted from Daniel Overdorf's book, What the Bible Has To Say About the Church: Rediscovering Community; Chapter 15 Eternally Worshiping, pgs. 380-387)

    HoHum: It seems like stores put out their Christmas merchandise earlier every year. Let’s start selling Christmas stuff in July, beat the holiday rush. Song by Brave Combo- The president was passing laws, Gave a call to Santa Claus He said, "get that toy machine on high. Economy is in a ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Justified By Christ Series

    Contributed by Douglas Phillips on Sep 17, 2015
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    tHIS IS THE SECOND PART OF A SERMON ON ROMANS CHAPTER 3. IT FOCUSES ON PAUL'S TEACHING ON JUSTIFICATION IN THE NEW TESTAMENT, AND THE POWER OF THE NEW COVENANT

    JUSTIFIED BY CHRIST ROMANS 3:22-31 WHEN LAST WE MET, WE CONSIDERED HOW THE OLD TESTAMENT BORE WITNESS TO THE RIGHTEOUSNESS OF GOD. THE OLD COVENANT IS SIGNIFICANT IN THAT IT WAS, FIRST A TEMPORAL MEANS FOR THE ISRAELITES TO ATTAIN A RIGHTEOUS STANDING, AND SECONDLY POINTED TO A MORE PERMANENT ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Stephen E. Trail avatar

    Christ In The Christian

    Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Sep 29, 2015
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     | 4,186 views

    A sermon detailing the work of the Holy Spirit in the believer.

    "Christ in the Christian" Introduction: I'm going to start this message with a quote from Dr. Adrian Rogers, "The best friend that you have on this earth is the Holy Spirit. You say, Well, I thought Jesus was my best friend. That's exactly right. The best friend that you have on this earth is the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Alive In Christ Series

    Contributed by Dr. Lewis W. Gregory on Oct 17, 2015
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     | 5,353 views

    Many Christians are looking to anything and everything to sustain them. But they tragically miss the main thing. They've already been made alive in Christ. It's time to discover the Source of life, and begin living from the Source-to the glory of God!

    Romans 6:8, 11 I. Living is a Christ Thing! Philippians 1:21-22 A. Living is Christ living in you. B. Living is Christ living as you. II. The Word must become flesh in you. John 1:14 A. Christ is dwelling within you. B. Christ is manifesting His glory through you. III. The temple of God Acts ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Leighton (Lee) Vary avatar

    The Genealogy Of Christ Series

    Contributed by Leighton (Lee) Vary on Oct 22, 2015
    based on 2 ratings
     | 9,701 views

    The genealogy of Christ. Proving that He is the rightful king of Israel. And the Son of sinful people.

    This opening was written and preached by a different preacher, truthfully, I can’t remember anything more than that, I lost the name of the preacher from whom I got this material. My sincere apologies to the author, who must remain nameless. Under other circumstances I would not have ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Leighton (Lee) Vary avatar

    The Birth Of Christ Series

    Contributed by Leighton (Lee) Vary on Nov 2, 2015
     | 7,843 views

    The Miracle of Christ's Birth

    Introduction A fourth-grade teacher was giving her pupils a lesson in logic. "Here is the situation," she said. "A man is standing up in a boat in the middle of a river, fishing. He loses his balance, falls in, and begins splashing and yelling for help. His wife hears the commotion, knows he ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Scott Kircher avatar

    Blessed In Christ Series

    Contributed by Scott Kircher on Jul 10, 2014
    based on 5 ratings
     | 9,509 views

    Life is hard, even for Christians. In those difficult times we can sometimes forget the blessings we have in Christ. But when we start to see the bigger picture and understand how we are blessed in Christ, we can truly live in the joy of those blessings.

    Ok, I want to start with a question. Do you know where you are? That is kind of a funny question, isn’t it? Because of course you know where you are. But the reality is, that sometimes, we may not fully understand where we are until we see the bigger picture of our location and the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Knowing Christ Series

    Contributed by Scott Kircher on Jul 10, 2014
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     | 10,257 views

    What is the evidence for knowing Christ? And once we know Him, what more do we need to know?

    Ephesians Series - #2 - Knowing Christ Ephesians 1:15-23 Knowing Christ. What does that look like? And What is it that we need to know so that we can continue on in growing in Him and being used by Him? Love – Evidence of Knowing Christ (v. 15-16) Know Him More (v. 17) Know more of His ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Unity In Christ Series

    Contributed by Scott Kircher on Jul 10, 2014
    based on 5 ratings
     | 12,138 views

    Division. There is division all over the world. But Christ has come to bring unity, but how does He brings unity through Christ.

    Unity in Christ Ephesians 2:11-22 Slide What do you think of when you think of walls? Well, when we think of a wall we typically think of dividing something. We build walls in houses to divide the house into different rooms. In countries or towns, there were often walls that were built to show ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Being In Christ Series

    Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Jul 15, 2014
     | 7,320 views

    part one of the series living for Christ and what it means to be in Christ

    Being in Christ Philippians 1:1-1:11 Introduction- Philippians 1:1-1:11 Today we start a series “Living for Christ” and taking it from the book of Philippians. Apostle Paul is writing to the church at Philippi a thank you letter for their support of the gospel of Christ and to ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene