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  • Robert Leroe avatar

    "God's Paternity, Our Unity" Series

    Contributed by Robert Leroe on Jul 6, 2002
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    When we pray the Lord’s Prayer, we show solidarity with our fellow Christians. The Lord’s Prayer breaks down all social, ethnic, economic and denominational distinctions.

    "God’s Paternity, Our Unity" Scripture: Romans 8:14-17 Pastor Bob Leroe, Cliftondale Congregational Church, Saugus, Massachusetts Two guys were talking and one of them made a comment about prayer. The other scoffed: "If you’re so religious, let’s hear you quote the Lord’s Prayer. I bet you ten ...read more

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    Denomination: Congregational

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    The Cry Of My People

    Contributed by J. Yeargin on Aug 26, 2004
    based on 16 ratings
     | 5,637 views

    This morning, I have a great sorrow for my friends and family members who still are not saved. The years are slipping away.

    THE CRY OF MY PEOPLE Text: Jeremiah 8:18 thru 22 This past week I was handed a brochure that was produced by an Assembly of God church down in Winter Park, FL. The church was celebrating their 50th Anniversary & had published a brochure entitled, “Fifty Years of Changed Lives”. The reason ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Experiencing Joy

    Contributed by Kevin Higgins on May 29, 2003
    based on 125 ratings
     | 15,512 views

    Jesus explains how to have real joy.

    John 15:1-11 Experiencing Joy INTRODUCTION On the night He was betrayed and arrested, Jesus went over His coming arrest one last time with the disciples. He had been teaching them and leading them to this point throughout His ministry, but they had failed to get the point. So now, before it ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Have Yourself A Mary Little Christmas!

    Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Dec 7, 2001
    based on 65 ratings
     | 3,936 views

    Let’s Do Incarnation Day Instead! Warning: Take your Xanax before reading!

    Have Yourself A Mary Little Christmas! Luke 10:38-42 I will admit it from the start that I am not enthralled about Christmas. Yes, when I was a kid I was into it like every other kid. What ruined it for me? Going to Bible College and studying the Word, Church History and various other ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    When Your Hero Becomes A Zero Series

    Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Oct 8, 2013
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     | 5,670 views

    Malachi is declaring how bad leadership causes “bad” fellowship. (The priesthood had spoiled and corrupted a nation.) Spiritual leaders must accept the responsibility of the call to live holy lives.

    “When Your Hero Becomes a Zero” Malachi Series Pt. 4 July 7, 2013 Introduction A In Malachi, the first group of offenders God addresses are the priests. Malachi 1:6 (NASB) 6 " 'A son honors his father, and a servant his master. Then if I am a father, where is My honor? And if I am a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Restoration Series

    Contributed by Tom Fuller on May 26, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 15,719 views

    Peter blew it, that’s for certain. He denied the Lord three times. But in Chapter 21 we see the gentle way Jesus restores Peter to fellowship and purpose. He does the same for us.

    Do you ever fail Jesus? John the Apostle said “1 John 1:8-9 If we say we have no sin, we deceive ourselves, and the truth is not in us.” One of the most common experiences we as Christians share is the reality that we will fall. No matter how hard we try we will do things that are against he ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

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    The Compassionate Samaritan

    Contributed by Jerry Flury on Sep 4, 2011
    based on 10 ratings
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    One of most familiar parables is the story of the Good Samaritan, found only in the book of Luke. It is a story that speaks about attitudes and true faith demonstrating itself in action.

    The Compassionate Samaritan Luke 10:30-37 Introduction: The story known as the parable of the Good Samaritan is found only in the book of Luke. This most familiar parable has inspired painting, sculpture, poetry, and film. Many have allegorized this story to represent Christ as the Good Samaritan ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    What A Set Of Circumstances

    Contributed by Rich Middleton on Mar 13, 2008
     | 2,350 views

    How we respond to our circumstances is critical to the otucome.

    What A Set Of Circumstances!!! This morning we are going to examine the last sermon in this years Christmas series. We’re going to look at Matthew 1 and talk about what a set of circumstances. So what do you do and what does God do when you have a set of circumstances? We’re going to look at 3 ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    I Want That Mountain

    Contributed by Ronald C. Abayon on Feb 25, 2010
    based on 5 ratings
     | 4,240 views

    It's all about whole-hearted service for God

    Introduction: -We always heard or maybe not but seldom or only today that "WE ARE SAVED TE SERVE GOD AND NOT TO PRESERVE" -but in serving or following him,God expect our whole-hearted service for him. -being Whole means in original language is to "SATISFY"-to give enough to. -in ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Waiting On Christmas

    Contributed by Archie Norman on Dec 22, 2014
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    Christmas

    Waiting on Christmas Luke 2:25-32 I. Coming to grips with the reality of waiting - v. 25 A. Waiting on salvation - Psalm 62:1; Galatians 5:5 B. Waiting on return - I Thessalonians 1:10 C. Waiting in prayer - Luke 18:7 D. Waiting for justice - Psalm 74:10 2. Special ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Troublesome Tenants

    Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Oct 4, 2008
    based on 6 ratings
     | 5,290 views

    We are tenants of God’s kingdom and our choice is either to be troublesome or devoted.

    Troublesome Tenants - Matthew 21: 33-46 Intro: When considering purchasing rental property, here are a few things to keep in mind: 1) A tenant’s ability to see dirt and damage is much greater when they move in than when they move out. 2) Everything in your rental will break 100 times faster ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Persistent Prayer

    Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Oct 20, 2022
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    As Christians we should consistently pray for justice and peace to reign.

    Persistent Prayer – Luke 18: 1 – 8 Intro: A young entrepreneur came to a “dry town” to build a tavern. There was no law against doing so; but the community was very religiously conservative. Members from the various town church held prayer meetings to pray for God to ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    The Great Divide Series

    Contributed by Stephen Colaw on Sep 29, 2022
     | 3,219 views

    Disunity will always disrupt the mission of the church

    THE POINT: DISUNITY WILL ALWAYS DISRUPT THE MISSION OF THE CHURCH. ME: Welcome. We're starting a brand-new teaching series today. Series Intro: America is a divided nation. Red vs. Blue Black vs. White Democrat vs. Republican Masker vs. Anti-Maskers Vaxers vs. Anti-Vaxers Traditional ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    Glory Of The 2nd Coming Series

    Contributed by Gordon Curley on Nov 30, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,443 views

    Glory of the 2nd Coming (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request - email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

    Reading: John chapter 14 verse 1-6. This is our last but one study in the series ‘The Glory of Christ’”. • We have covered: • Glory in his Childhood – Jesus was a boy aged 12. • Glory by the River – his baptism. • Glory in the Wilderness – his temptation. • Glory at the Wedding – his first ...read more

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    Denomination: Brethren

  • Ricky Tuttle Thd avatar

    Prayer From A Mighty Man Of Valour Series

    Contributed by Ricky Tuttle Thd on Nov 10, 2023
     | 1,766 views

    As we honor those who have served I was thinking of others in the Bible who served as well.

    “Prayer From A Mighty Man Of Valour” Judges 6:11-12 As we honor those who have served I was thinking of others in the Bible who served as well. We have today Gideon who has lived under the rule of the Midianites for 7 years. In verse 1 we see why this judgment came about. Vs. 1 “And the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist