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  • Dean Courtier avatar

    Who You Believe: Who Is “the Word”? (Session 3) Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Feb 3, 2010
    based on 10 ratings
     | 15,291 views

    Many people have had their lives changed by encountering Jesus Christ, the rich, the poor, the famous, the unknown, the proud, the humble, people like you and me. For over two thousand years, the teaching and truth of His words continue to influence and c

    Who is “The Word”? How can the personality and life of Jesus Christ help us to know the Eternal God? Many people have had their lives changed by encountering Jesus Christ, the rich, the poor, the famous, the unknown, the proud, the humble, people like you and me. For over two thousand ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    My First Encounter With Superman

    Contributed by Ronnie Mcneill on Sep 20, 2007
    based on 1 rating
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    This sermon is one of encouragement to the believers. People at times will try to make you feel bad of your past life. No matter what you have done Jesus the Christ will meet you where you are and will forgive you of your sins if you want Him to.

    Introduction: When we think of the term Superman, our first thought is that man named Clark Kent who was a reporter for the Daily Journal. He was arkward, clumsy, appeared weak, defenseless, and was always in someone’s way. He was highly in love with Lois Lane and was too shy to let her know. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Who Are You? Series

    Contributed by Derek Melanson on Feb 8, 2006
    based on 8 ratings
     | 10,577 views

    When we encounter Jesus we are called to identify ourselves completely with him -- who we are is defined by who he is.

    John 1: 19 – 34; Philippians 3: 4b – 11 Introduction: Identifying Yourself How do you identify yourself? Would you say that you have a strong sense of identity? Or do you perhaps have a weak sense of self? Do you identify yourself with your family background? Do you carry yourself with a sense of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Brad Bailey avatar

    What Commitment To Christ Really Means Series

    Contributed by Brad Bailey on Oct 28, 2019
     | 6,609 views

    What Commitment to Christ Really Means Series: Encountering Jesus (through the Gospel of Luke) Brad Bailey - October 27, 2019

    What Commitment to Christ Really Means Series: Encountering Jesus (through the Gospel of Luke) Brad Bailey - October 27, 2019 Series #44 / Luke 14:25-35 Intro It goes without saying…that we all have very different personalities…or dispositions. And one of those is related to the way we make ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Lost Treasure (And The Search Of God) Series

    Contributed by Brad Bailey on Nov 6, 2019
     | 4,771 views

    Lost Treasure (And The Search Of God) Series: Encountering Jesus (through the Gospel of Luke) Brad Bailey – November 3, 2019

    Lost Treasure (And The Search Of God) Series: Encountering Jesus (through the Gospel of Luke) Brad Bailey – November 3, 2019 Series #45 / Luke 15:1-10 INTRO There are two very different types of adjustments that exit. Some are adjustments within the same framework. Daylight savings is one of ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    When We Don’t Understand

    Contributed by Brad Bailey on Apr 30, 2019
    based on 1 rating
     | 10,886 views

    When We Don’t Understand Series: Encountering Jesus (in the Gospel of Luke) Brad Bailey – April 28, 2019

    When We Don’t Understand Series: Encountering Jesus (in the Gospel of Luke) Brad Bailey – April 28, 2019 Text: Luke 7:18-35 – Exchange with John the Baptist about clarifying what should have been expected Intro… It’s so good to gather with you this morning. I appreciate the distinct places we may ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    When There’s Nowhere To Go Series

    Contributed by Brad Bailey on May 4, 2020
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     | 5,230 views

    When There’s Nowhere to Go Series: Encountering Jesus (through the Gospel of Luke) April 19, 2020 – Brad Bailey

    When There’s Nowhere to Go Series: Encountering Jesus (through the Gospel of Luke) April 19, 2020 – Brad Bailey Series #67 / Luke 24:13-35 Intro Welcome …such a privilege to have this time with you. For all who were able to join last Sunday... Easter Sunday... it was so significant to engage the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Twelve Years Series

    Contributed by Joel Gilbert on May 27, 2025
     | 632 views

    A lot can happen in twelve years. In Luke 8:40-56 we learn of two different groups of people who had completely different experiences and yet encountered Jesus in profound ways.

    Solomon Northrup was born around 1808 in New York to a former slave. His father, who eventually married a woman of mixed ethnicities, had been emancipated in the will of his deceased owner. They had two sons who were born free. Solomon took after his father in learning how to work the land, but ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Pray For All Those In Need Of Salvation

    Contributed by Richard Papafio on Feb 11, 2019
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    There are people who know God but are still under the law. They need to be released from this bondage. Those who have not yet encountered Jesus also need to encounter Him to get salvation. We need to pray for all these people on a constant and continuous basis.

    May the peace of the Lord be with you. Topic: *PRAY FOR ALL THOSE IN NEED OF SALVATION* Romans 10:1-5 King James Version (KJV) 10 Brethren, my heart's desire and prayer to God for Israel is, that they might be saved. 2 For I bear them record that they have a zeal of God, but ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    Jesus And The "Enemy"

    Contributed by Brian La Croix on Oct 15, 2005
    based on 24 ratings
     | 5,913 views

    Message describing Jesus’ encounter with the Centurion asking for healing for his servant.

    Jesus and the "Enemy" Matthew 8:5-13 September 25, 2005 Introduction Our passage of Scripture contains an episode in the life of Jesus that is familiar to most, if not all Christians who have been going to church for any length of time or gone to a Sunday School class as a kid. It’s the story ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    Light Brighter Than The Sun Series

    Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Jul 11, 2025
     | 212 views

    We’ve all had a personal encounter with Jesus, and we need to tell our story to anyone who will listen.

    LIGHT BRIGHTER THAN THE SUN Text: Acts 26:12-18 Introduction 1. “I believe in Christ like I believe in the sun – not because I can see it, but because by it I see everything else.” (C.S. Lewis). 2. “For once you were full of darkness, but now you have light from the Lord. So live as people of ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Jesus - Restorer Of Dreams Series

    Contributed by Bob Groves on Jul 26, 2002
    based on 34 ratings
     | 4,790 views

    Encounters with Christ are opportunities to begin again.

    Luke 15:11- PRAY If there is 1 thing About the Devil that YOU & I Know – He wants to Take Everything He can from us If there is 1 thing About Jesus that YOU & I Know – He wants to RESTORE or GIVE BACK to Us Today – Jesus – Restorer of Dreams JC Often Taught in Parables... Stories within ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Eternal Encounters: Healing And Wholeness In Christ Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Dec 19, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 645 views

    Today, we focus on the profound truth that every person we encounter is eternal. As image-bearers of God, our value is rooted in Him, and so is our hope for healing and restoration.

    Eternal Encounters: Healing and Wholeness in Christ Introduction: Today, we focus on the profound truth that every person we encounter is eternal. As Matt Chandler reminds us, "Every person you encounter is eternal. You have never met a human not created to image your God." This quote ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 25, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 885 views

    Explores the personal encounter with Jesus in John 4:1-30, emphasizing the importance of recognizing Him as our Savior and responding to Him with faith.

    Good morning, brothers and sisters, Today we're diving into the heart of John 4:1-30, a passage that deals with our personal contact with Jesus, recognizing Him as our Savior, and responding to Him in faith. In the words of C.S. Lewis, "I believe in Christianity as I believe that the sun has risen: ...read more

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    Sermon; The Pentecost Effect - Paul’s Encounter On The Road To Damascus

    Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Jun 18, 2024
     | 1,500 views

    Misguided zeal is dangerous. The things that most threaten the Gospel and the abundance and freedom in Jesus Christ are caused by misguided zeal. Some things may appear to be good, maybe even seem godly, yet stand in the way of the gospel.

    Sermon: Paul’s Encounter on the Road to Damascus Scripture: Acts 9:1-11 “Meanwhile, Saul was uttering threats with every breath and was eager to kill the Lord’s followers. So he went to the high priest. He requested letters addressed to the synagogues in Damascus, asking for their cooperation in ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist