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  • Ron Freeman, Evangelist avatar

    Luke's Narrative Of The Day Of Pentecost Series

    Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Jun 17, 2022
    based on 4 ratings
     | 16,907 views

    To establish that the 12 apostles alone received the baptism of the Holy Ghost with power on the first Pentecost after Jesus’ death, burial, resurrection, and ascension into the heavens. This lesson identifies the "subjects" of this baptism and its empowering on Pentecost.

    INTRODUCTION Outline. 1. Luke's Narrative of The Day of Pentecost Introductory Remarks. 1. First, to avoid preaching again, the sermon entitled: "Ye Shall Receive Power.” I have removed point three of that lesson, which reviews Jesus' promise to the 11 apostles about the Holy Ghost ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Approaching Mount Zion

    Contributed by Alan Smith on Aug 16, 2002
    based on 266 ratings
     | 58,557 views

    We need to be reminded that we come into the presence of God every time we worship.

    Introduction: In a scene out of the book Tom Sawyer, Tom had gone to Sunday school and church at the demand of Aunt Polly. After Sunday school, Tom and his brother Sid went to the auditorium to sit under the watchful eye of Aunt Polly. Next we read Tom’s description of public worship. He says ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Alan Smith avatar

    Faith That Doesn't Have To Touch

    Contributed by Alan Smith on Aug 16, 2002
    based on 228 ratings
     | 16,779 views

    Can reasonable people believe the things that are crucial to Christian faith? The answer is yes.

    Introduction: I want to begin the lesson by reading a passage from John 20 that will introduce the topic I want us to explore this morning, namely this: Can reasonable people believe the things that are crucial to Christian faith? “Now Thomas, called the Twin, one of the twelve, was not with ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Dale Johnsen avatar

    God's Plan For A Healthy Church Series

    Contributed by Dale Johnsen on Aug 22, 2002
    based on 186 ratings
     | 35,958 views

    God uses the local church to grow baby Christians into mature Christians.

    God has designed His church to function like a loving family that you can invite people into. Church is not a place to issue edicts; church is a place to nurture growth. Church is a place for shepherds, not generals. Church is a place that exists for the purpose of helping people grow and mature ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Larry Thompson avatar

    The Personalities In The Parade

    Contributed by Larry Thompson on Oct 13, 2002
    based on 77 ratings
     | 13,611 views

    There are three distinct personalities that particpated in the Parade to Calvary on the triumphant entry into Jerusalem. This message examines the importance of obedience, even in what appears to be an insignifcant detail.

    “The Personalities of the Parade” Mark 11:1-10 • Larry L. Thompson (2002) “. . . Blessed is He who comes in the name of the Lord” “As they approached Jerusalem and came to Bethphage and Bethany at the Mount of Olives, Jesus sent two of his disciples, [2] saying to them, "Go to the village ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Steven Chapman avatar

    It's Not Always Easy!

    Contributed by Steven Chapman on Nov 6, 2000
    based on 194 ratings
     | 10,245 views

    A sermon that looks at the hard side of discipleship by focusing on four character traits that a real disciple develops.

    It's Not Always Easy! The Tough Side of Discipleship Luke 14:25-35 We all know about how messed up things are in our world. But do we know that they aren’t much better in the church. In the article "The American Witness" in the Nov/Dec 1997 issue of The Barna Report, George Barna examined 131 ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Mike Hays avatar

    Paradise Regained

    Contributed by Mike Hays on Nov 8, 2000
    based on 64 ratings
     | 4,845 views

    What has been lost through sin has been reclaimed by our Glorious Savior!

    Paradise Regained Hebrews 2:5-9 Something has gone wrong. We know in our hearts that things are not right. There is an emptiness that we cannot fill. We know that there is a sadness that cannot be escaped. We know that there is an anxiety that cannot be stilled. We are drinking from the cup of ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Timothy Peck avatar

    Closing The Generation Gap Series

    Contributed by Timothy Peck on Dec 3, 2001
    based on 84 ratings
     | 31,532 views

    A principle for how to close the generation gap and application of that principle to one specific group in the church.

    Every generation throughout human history has struggled with its own version of the generation gap between the young and the old. I can picture Adam and Eve complaining about the next generation, predicting the demise of the human race because of the values of their children and grandchildren. I ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    "Jesus' Baptism Is A Model For Understanding Christian Baptism.”

    Contributed by Dr. Jerry Morrissey on Jan 4, 2002
    based on 276 ratings
     | 25,496 views

    Year A. The Baptism of our Lord January 13, 2002 Title: “Jesus’ Baptism is a model for understanding Christian Baptism.” Matthew 3: 13-17

    Year A. The Baptism of our Lord January 13, 2002 Title: “Jesus’ baptism is a model for understanding Christian Baptism.” Matthew 3: 13-17 John baptizes Jesus after objecting that Jesus should be baptizing John. Afterwards, the sky opens, the Spirit of God descends on Jesus and the Father ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Traveling Without A Map

    Contributed by Chris Talton on Jan 13, 2002
    based on 37 ratings
     | 10,017 views

    When God says, "go", start packing your bags by faith even if you don’t know what is on the horizon. (1st of 3 part series on Abraham)

    December 2, 2001 Hebrews 11:8-10; Genesis 12:1-20 “Traveling without a map” INTRODUCTION – talk about expectations that you build up as you anticipate Christmas and maybe even expectations that you have of what is in a particular package. Kid in “A Christmas Story” who wanted a B.B. gun. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Timothy Peck avatar

    Outreach: A Partnership Of Trust Series

    Contributed by Timothy Peck on Jan 14, 2002
    based on 64 ratings
     | 9,872 views

    Outreach is a partnership of trust, where God trusts us and we trust God. Knowing which part we are responsible is essential for effective outreach.

    Note: This sermon was introduced with a drama called "Conversion" In many ways, sharing our faith in Jesus Christ can feel like coming out of the closet with a dark secret. In our culture today, talking about your faith seems too personal for public discourse. People prefer that we keep issues of ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Timothy Peck avatar

    Not Harps And Halos Series

    Contributed by Timothy Peck on Jan 19, 2001
    based on 69 ratings
     | 6,425 views

    Plain talk about the "intermediate state" (between death and resurrection) for people investigating the Christian faith.

    Mother’s Day is an appropriate time to mention the fact that that no matter how prepared we think they are for parenthood, we’re never really ready. Somehow all the books, seminars and advice can’t prepare you for those dirty diaper blow outs, or those embarrassing grocery store tantrums, or ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Timothy Peck avatar

    Facing Uncertain Times Series

    Contributed by Timothy Peck on Jan 25, 2001
    based on 95 ratings
     | 13,479 views

    Three realities that help us face uncertainties in our future with spiritual confidence.

    You and I live in an amazing period of human history. Most culture watchers and scholars believe that we are witnessing the decline of modernism that began in the 16th century and the emergence of a new phenomenon known as postmodernism. One of the many marks of postmodernism is technological ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Rick Gillespie- Mobley avatar

    The Dangers Of Success

    Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Apr 24, 2001
    based on 37 ratings
     | 17,429 views

    This sermon looks at the lives of King Saul and King Uzziah to examine how success can lead to negative behavior on our part.

    The Dangers Of Success 3/18/95 GNLCC Samuel 13:1-15 Revelations 2:1-7 2 Chronicles 26 Success is something that we all want to obtain. We want to have it, we want to keep it, and we usually want others to know when it was that we received it. Success in and of itself ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Evie Megginson avatar

    ‘jacob's Heartache'

    Contributed by Evie Megginson on Jul 12, 2001
    based on 104 ratings
     | 12,930 views

    In this sermon on the family, we see Jacob’s problem, Jacob’s pursuit, and Jacob’s peace.

    ‘JACOB’S HEARTACHE’ Genesis 35:1-7, 14 There’s an Ozark story about a hound sitting in a country store and howling as hounds do. In comes a stranger who says to the storekeeper, "What’s the matter with the dog?" "He’s sitting on a cocklebur." "Why doesn’t he get off?" "He’d rather holler." (He ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist