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  • Jeff Strite avatar

    Blind And Toothless Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jul 31, 2017
    based on 4 ratings
     | 14,709 views

    Why can't a Christian sue another Christian? And can a Christian take a non-Christian to court? And how should a lawyer who is Christian handle lawsuits?

    In 1910, a man named Olaf Olavson was desperate for cash, so he sold his body to an institute in Sweden to be used for medical research after he died. But in 1911, he unexpectedly inherited a fortune and decided to "buy himself back." To his surprise, the institute wouldn't cooperate. Shocked by ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    I Honor Him – He Betrays Me Series

    Contributed by Thomas Swope on Aug 25, 2017
     | 6,283 views

    A study of the Gospel of John 13: 18 – 30

    John 13: 18 – 30 I honor him – he betrays Me 18 “I do not speak concerning all of you. I know whom I have chosen; but that the Scripture may be fulfilled, ‘He who eats bread with Me has lifted up his heel against Me.’ 19 Now I tell you before it comes, that when it does come to pass, you may ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

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    Boredom On The Job Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jul 13, 2015
    based on 15 ratings
     | 20,046 views

    Boredom is a constant complaint of many workers, but Solomon points to the one thing that can turn the emptiness of the workplace into a powerful tool for our faith. What is this "one thing" that can makes such a big difference for us?

    Back in 2009, a 16-year-old British girl was fired from her office job because her manager saw - on Facebook - that she had said her job was “boring”. She was called into her manager's office and given the following letter: “Following your comments made on Facebook... we feel it ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    In The Mean Time Part 3 Series

    Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Aug 3, 2015
     | 5,189 views

    This message is part three of a series I started in 2008. This message examines how we walk during our "mean times" while also reflecting on the past seven years.

    In The Mean Time – Part 3 Scriptures: Heb. 11:7-17; Psa. 37:23; 119:133; Phil. 3:14 Introduction In 2008 I did a two part series I titled “In the Mean Time.” This message will be part three of that series although it’s being delivered seven years later. In 2008 I talked ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Satan's Forces Unmasked Series

    Contributed by C. Philip Green on Aug 12, 2015
     | 9,212 views

    Be aware of Satan’s tactics; but don’t be afraid, because our Heavenly Father protects those who are His.

    In his book, Influence, Robert Cialdini tells an interesting story about the owner of a jewelry store who was having trouble moving some of her merchandise. Specifically, she had a lot of turquoise and silver Native American jewelry. Now, the jewelry owner had tried every conventional sales trick ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    The Sign Of The Sabbath Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Mar 12, 2017
    based on 11 ratings
     | 27,643 views

    Why would Jesus heal a man on the Sabbath and then tell the man (in violation of the Sabbath rules of the Pharisees) to pick up his mat and walk?

    OPEN: There’s a story I read once of 3 umpires who were talking about the feeling of power they had on the baseball field. As they talked about what gave them this sense of empowerment, the 1st umpire said – “I call ‘em as I see ‘em.” The 2nd smiled and said, “That ain’t nothing. I call ‘em as ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    His Cross-Examination At Gabbatha Series

    Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Mar 20, 2017
     | 9,562 views

    Third part of an Easter series documenting the trial of Jesus.

    The Echoes of Easter Pt 3 "His Cross-Examination at Gabbatha" Luke 23:1-25, John 19:13 Luke 23:1 And the whole multitude of them arose, and led him unto Pilate. 2 And they began to accuse him, saying, We found this fellow perverting the nation, and forbidding to give tribute to Caesar, saying ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Jesus Rose From Grave Series

    Contributed by E. True Neilson on Apr 12, 2017
     | 5,744 views

    Week 4 in a 10 week gospel series

    -A couple of weeks ago I heard about a Hawaiian man who had been reporting missing was presumed dead. -He had ventured into some caves and hadn’t made it out. -A missing person report was filed with police but after 3 ½ days no one had seen him and they assumed the worst. -His family and friends ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Great Exchange

    Contributed by Brian Bill on Apr 16, 2017
     | 11,669 views

    Jesus exchanged His life for yours so your life can be changed. Includes a first-person narrative by Barabbas.

    The Great Exchange Mark 15:6-15 Rev. Brian Bill April 15-16, 2107 An exchange is when you give one thing and receive another in return. The Great Exchange has everything to do with Easter…with our existence…and with our eternity. I experienced what an exchange is all about this week when ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Balancing The Books - An Easter Sermon Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Apr 16, 2017
    based on 8 ratings
     | 20,947 views

    Easter is all about "accounting". When most people think about going to heaven, they count their good deeds... but God doesn't do it that way. How do we prepare ourselves for standing before the one to Whom we must give an accounting?

    OPEN: There’s been a story in the news recently about the US Dept. of Housing and Urban Development, otherwise known as HUD. Apparently HUD has had a problem balancing their books. It seems their books were off about (PAUSE) $516 BILLION dollars. Now that’s not an error of a few 100,000 dollars… or ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    3 Times Empty Equal Full, Easter 2017

    Contributed by Randy Edwards on Apr 18, 2017
     | 5,640 views

    Easter service 2017

    “He is risen” “3 times empty equals full” How many of your have stood in shock and disbelief After opening an envelope that you thought contained a check Only you find it empty Just an empty envelope in one hand And envelopes filled with bills in the other Wondering how you were going to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Paul In Ephesus En Route To Antioch Of Syria Series

    Contributed by John Lowe on May 6, 2017
     | 5,594 views

    Acts 18:18-22 provides a transition between Paul’s second and third missions. On the one hand, it concludes the second, with Paul returning to Antioch where his journey began. On the other hand, Paul’s brief visit to Ephesus looks toward the third....

    May 8, 2015 Acts of the Apostles By: Tom Lowe Lesson: IV.C.9: Paul in Ephesus en route to Antioch of Syria (18:18-22) ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Exclusive Gospel Of Jesus

    Contributed by Joel Mcreynolds on Mar 24, 2016
     | 5,697 views

    This sermon examines Jesus teaching in John 14:6.

    INTRODUCTION Pope Francis’ visit to the United States ended last Sunday. During the duration of his visit (and a little afterward), the media seemed to be flooded with Francis and his actions. In one of my classes, it seemed like we discussed Francis every time we met. Often when you read ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Spotless Series

    Contributed by Sherm Nichols on Mar 25, 2016
     | 7,592 views

    A sermon about the role of purity in the Christian life

    A 2nd grade Sunday School teacher was giving a lesson on being pure. To help get the class thinking, she was having them finish famous sayings. She would give the first part, and then the kids would volunteer to finish. “A bird in the hand is worth 2 in the “ ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Good Friday - Jesus Wasn’t Lost For Words

    Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Mar 28, 2016
     | 6,341 views

    A Good Friday sermon, looking at the last 7 words of Jesus on the cross.

    Good Friday - March 25, 2016 - Jesus Wasn’t Lost for Words - Scripture: Various Gospel Accounts What do you do when you’re lost for words? This is Coventry Cathedral in Coventry, England. These are photographs before World War 2. Nice, big church. ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational