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  • Chuck Sligh avatar

    #5 The Temptation Of Jesus Series

    Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Jan 19, 2020
    based on 1 rating
     | 8,083 views

    The temptation of Jesus was a monumental battle in the desert between Jesus and Satan upon which the rest of Jesus’ ministry rested. This sermon examines Mark’s version of Jesus’ temptation.

    #5 The Temptation of Jesus Series: Mark Chuck Sligh January 19, 2020 NOTE: A PowerPoint presentation is available for this sermon by request at chucksligh@hotmail.com. Please mention the title of the sermon and the Bible text to help me find the sermon in my archives. TEXT: Mark 1:9-13 – And it ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Serving Like Jesus Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Jul 28, 2024
     | 2,667 views

    One of God's major objectives for us is to be conformed into the image of His Son and one of the primary ways God wants us to conform to the likeness of Jesus is in our service. Jesus came to serve and to give and so we must also serve and give.

    A. One day a weathy woman was interviewing a prospective butler and asked him, “Are you trained to serve guests?” 1. The prospective butler replied “Yes, ma’am, I have been trained to serve guests both ways.” 2. The woman looked puzzled and asked, “What do you mean both ways?” 3. The prospective ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Serving Like Jesus Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Feb 8, 2016
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     | 17,879 views

    In this first sermon, I establish that we must be conformed into the likeness of Jesus. Because He was a servant, we must also become servants. A resource I am basing the series on is Charles Swindoll's "Improving Your Serve."

    A. One day a woman was interviewing a prospective butler and asked him, “Are you trained to serve guests?” 1. The prospective butler replied “Yes, ma’am, I have been trained to serve guests both ways.” 2. The woman looked puzzled and asked, “What do you mean, ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Valleys

    Contributed by Jimmy Chapman on Jun 19, 2007
    based on 21 ratings
     | 12,982 views

    Difficulty encountered, Destination expected, Duty explained,

    Valleys Psalm 84:6 Life is not easy because life is not without its valleys. Wouldn’t it be great if we never went through valleys in our Christian experience? However, this is not promised anywhere in the Bible. Valleys are a part of life that we are going to have to learn to deal ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Falling In Love With Jesus Series

    Contributed by Bob Soulliere on Nov 13, 2004
    based on 14 ratings
     | 8,420 views

    part 1 of the series of falling in love with Jesus. In Jesus this abstract concept, this wishful thought became reality. Could he realy have done this for you and me?

    Falling in love with Jesus Luke 1:1-4 This series is based on the book by the same name written by Rubel Shelly. Quotes are taken from the book Part one Objectives of this series: 1. This gospel tells us the single most important story in the world for believers. No church that gets sidetracked ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Jesus Is The Bread Of Life Series

    Contributed by Jimmy Davis on Sep 19, 2001
    based on 70 ratings
     | 6,929 views

    Picture # 7 in series: The 14 Candid Snapshots of the Maturing Christian as found in the Gospel of John. The Feeding of the 5,000 is the picture of Jesus as the Bread of Life, and how the maturing Christian feeds on the Bread of Life.

    Picture # 7: Jesus is the Bread of Life John 6:1-15. See Matthew 14:13-21 See Mark 6:30-44 See Luke 9:10-17 Up to 26 million people in the United States, and over 800 million people in developing and underdeveloped countries go without adequate food on a regular basis. Every single minute, at ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Jesus Is The Truth & The Way PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 5, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,069 views

    To emphasize the uniqueness of Jesus Christ as the only way to God, the necessity of faith in Him, and the promise of eternal life through Him.

    Good morning, church family! Today, we are diving deep into the heart of the Gospel, into the very essence of our faith. We will be exploring the uniqueness of our Savior, Jesus Christ, the necessity of faith in Him, and the promise of eternal life through Him. But before we do that, let's look at ...read more

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    Jesus' Dad Hears From Jesus' Father

    Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Dec 15, 2006
    based on 64 ratings
     | 37,150 views

    Joseph’s DILEMMA, Joseph’s DREAM, & Joseph’s DECISION. An earthly dad meets the Heavenly Father and is forever changed. Link included to formatted text and PowerPoint Presentation, + many more Christmas Sermons.

    Jesus’ Dad Hears From Jesus’ Father Matthew 1:18-25 ----- http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons.html ----- Matthew presents the birth of Christ from the vantage point of His earthly dad (Joseph was not the father). God was the Father who planted His sinless seed into the virgin womb of Mary, who was ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    No Jesus, No Peace! Know Jesus, Know Peace! Series

    Contributed by R. David Reynolds on Jan 22, 2007
    based on 7 ratings
     | 19,595 views

    This is the final sermon in a series for Adven, Christmas, and Ephphany based on the Names of Jesus from Isaiah 9:6. As our Messiah, He is the source and giver of both personal and of world peace.

    What’s in a Name?: No Jesus, No Peace; Know Jesus, Know Peace! --Isaiah 9:6-7 They are homonyms, words that sound alike but are spelled differently. You understand their meaning by the way I use them in these sentences. “No, Sheila, you can not hide those tacos, bagels, and chocolates under ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • C Jordan avatar

    The Person Of Jesus Christ #1: Intro To Jesus Series

    Contributed by C Jordan on Jan 22, 2009
    based on 15 ratings
     | 21,940 views

    This first part of our Bible study about the Person of Jesus explores who Jesus is, His names and titles, His incarnation, and His humanity.

    THE PERSON OF JESUS CHRIST #1: INTRODUCTION TO JESUS BIBLE STUDY INTRO: • Knowing Jesus Christ is different from knowing any other historical figure: • What you do with Jesus Christ will affect your ETERNAL DESTINY! • In this study, let us not seek to merely learn more facts about Jesus, but ...read more

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    Jesus Our Asset. Jesus Our Investment Series

    Contributed by Ovidiu Radulescu on Oct 10, 2008
    based on 84 ratings
     | 9,917 views

    The collapse of major financial institutions, the intensification of natural disasters, the never-ending acts of terrorists, the attempt of Russia to control former Soviet territories, are causing many Bible students to look at these developments as signs

    The recent collapse of major financial institutions, the intensification of natural disasters, the never-ending acts of terrorists, the attempt of Russia to control former Soviet territories, are causing many Bible students to look at these developments as signs of the fast approaching End. There ...read more

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    Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

  • Jeff Strite avatar

    Why Was Jesus Baptized? - 3:16 And Jesus Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jun 14, 2005
    based on 70 ratings
     | 21,651 views

    Why was Jesus baptized? Granted, Jesus said it was to "fulfill" all righteousness"... but what does that mean?

    OPEN: A woman once took her 4-year-old daughter to a baptismal service at her church. Later that night, her daughter took all of her dolls into the bathtub with her and held her own “baptism.” As she dunked each doll under the water, she repeated, “Now I baptize you in the name of the Father, the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Extra Ordinary Jesus - Where Is Jesus Today? Series

    Contributed by Nicky Evans on Oct 25, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,975 views

    Part 13 of a series looking at the Extra Ordinary Man Jesus.

    We've looked at the Origins of Jesus, His Humility, Birth, perfect Life , radical Teachings, Death and Resurrection and what affect they have on our lives, and to finish this study we must have to ask the question: 'If death couldn't hold Jesus, where is He today?' Some religions would say 'Well, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Jesus: Friend Of Sinners; Peter: Friend Of Jesus

    Contributed by C Jordan on Sep 1, 2014
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,008 views

    The life of the disciple Peter teaches us much about the amazing, unconditional love that Jesus has for us as sinners that can transform our lives.

    JESUS: FRIEND OF SINNERS; PETER: FRIEND OF JESUS INTRO TO SPEAKER: Discuss our road trip to BC and rained-out camping trip with my family. INTRO TO TOPIC: I wrestled all week with a topic for this morning’s message. When I woke up this morning, I asked the Lord, “What do you want me ...read more

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    Getting To Know Jesus - #1, Jesus As A Boy Series

    Contributed by Steven Buhr on Jan 22, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,273 views

    We know little about Jesus' boyhood, but what we do know says much about Him.

    Getting to Know Jesus Series, #1 – Jesus grows up Jan. 10, 2010 Luke 2:39-52 (New International Version) 39When Joseph and Mary had done everything required by the Law of the Lord, they returned to Galilee to their own town of Nazareth. 40And the child grew and became strong; he was ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist