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  • Aarron Ellerman avatar

    That Precious Blood

    Contributed by Aarron Ellerman on Dec 31, 2007
    based on 10 ratings
     | 4,840 views

    The importance of the blood of Christ.

    Hebrews 9:11-15 “That Precious Blood” I. A Better High Priest (11a) • “Good things to come,” could also be said good things that have come. • The “good things” are the promises of God, and Jesus is the high priest that fulfilled these promises: o The promise of Genesis 3:15, “I will put enmity ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    How Grateful Are You?

    Contributed by Carl Willis on Jul 13, 2005
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,646 views

    The importance of a grateful heart.

    How Grateful Are You? Luke 7:36-48 November 21, 2004 Luke 7:36-48 (NLT) One of the Pharisees asked Jesus to come to his home for a meal, so Jesus accepted the invitation and sat down to eat. [37] A certain immoral woman heard he was there and brought a beautiful jar filled with expensive perfume. ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    One Fine Day

    Contributed by David Dewitt on Jan 11, 2001
    based on 165 ratings
     | 3,063 views

    The first Easter was One Fine day

    One Fine Day John 20:1-18 Easter Message 1998 I. A Startling Report A. Mary finds the tomb empty 1. Mary goes to the tomb a.) Mary was going to finish the burial preparation 1.) Jesus was given a royal burial – The time on Friday did not allow them to finish the work 2.) May had additional spices ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Physical Versus Spiritual Concerns Series

    Contributed by Paul Clemente on Jan 2, 2017
     | 5,824 views

    Make a resolution to focus on the spiritual first!

    It’s a new year and for many it’s another time to make resolutions; does anyone even know the main definition of what a resolution is?? A resolution is a firm decision to do or not to do something! What are typical new year’s resolutions?? Most resolutions are for physical ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Parting Councils Lesson 14 Series

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Mar 7, 2024
     | 519 views

    The first indication and fruit of the new life?

    1. What is always presented as the first indication and fruit of the new life? Love (v. 1; cf. 1 John 2:10-11). 2. What is one important way of manifesting the love of Christ? Being gracious to others (v. 2). 3. What is another characteristic of true Christian love? Kindness to those ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    What Is Your Christmas Dream?

    Contributed by Jim Kane on Jan 12, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,272 views

    The first of Three 2006 Advent Sermons

    (1) Last year I heard an incredible song that was the background to a house whose lights were set to this song. Those of us who have e-mail probably received it at least once last season. After I tracked down the title, I tracked down the CD and Susan gave me the CD as a birthday present. The ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Set Your Minds On Things Above

    Contributed by David Owens on Nov 2, 2020
    based on 1 rating
     | 13,407 views

    As followers of Jesus and members of the Kingdom of God, we must keep our focus on our heavenly citizenship and seek to obey our commanding officer (Jesus) and not get entangled in civilian life.

    A. One day, two men, who didn’t know each other, were sitting on a park bench and neither one said anything for quite some time. 1. Then one of the men let out a BIG SIGH. 2. The other man immediately got up and said, “Well, if you’re going to talk politics, I’m out’a here!” and off he ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Abraham Obeyed God

    Contributed by Matthew Hyde on Feb 8, 2002
    based on 18 ratings
     | 21,806 views

    It is important to obey God.

    Introduction: Abraham was a man that obeyed God When we think of Abraham we think of the father of the Hebrew people He became the father of that nation because he obeyed God YOU WILL NOT MAKE IT FAR IN LIFE IF YOU NEVER LEARN OBEDIENCE Gen. 12:4- Abraham obeyed God and left all he had for a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Who's Your Daddy Series

    Contributed by Randy Harp on Dec 31, 2001
    based on 64 ratings
     | 6,402 views

    This is the first in a series on How to be a World Chagner. First you have to have a relationship with God that is Real and Personal.

    Who’s your Daddy Part 1 You have to have a relationship with God that is real and personal Why you need this to be a World Changer 1. A RELATIONSHIP with God is our number one PRIORITY. But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you. - Matthew ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Heaven Series

    Contributed by Corey Arnold on Nov 10, 2003
    based on 67 ratings
     | 17,209 views

    This is the first in a 3-part series about heaven and hell. The first two sermons are on Heaven, the last is on Hell.

    Heaven INTRO: In Our Greatest Gift, Henri Nouwen tells a parable of faith and hope. He imagines twins–a brother and a sister–talking to each other in their mother’s womb: The sister said to the brother, "I believe there is life after birth." Her brother protested vehemently, "No, no, this is all ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Advent 1 - (Hope) 2007 [p.a.v.e. The Way] Series

    Contributed by Spencer Homan on Dec 7, 2007
    based on 5 ratings
     | 9,054 views

    This is the first of the Advent sermon series focusing on Paving the way for our coming Lord. It is for the first Sunday in Advent.

    [This sermon also had bookmark handouts "P.A.V.E the Way" If you would like to have access to the bookmarks we created for this Advent season, please e-mail me at spencerhoman@msn.com] Matthew 24:36-44 No one knows about that day or hour, not even the angels in heaven, nor the Son, but only the ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Michael Wiley avatar

    What Jesus Said About God's Mercy Series

    Contributed by Michael Wiley on Jan 28, 2009
     | 5,190 views

    Grace comes from God, not by Merit, but by Mercy. In God’s Kingdom the last will be first and the first will be last.

    “Jesus Said” What Jesus said about the Father “His Mercy” Michael Wiley January 25, 2009 Matthew 20:1-16 Introduction: We hear about all the problems in the business world these days. Wall-Street, the bank loan crises. The auto industry etc… We hear about “big business.” But, we don’t hear a lot ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Christopher Holdsworth avatar

    Renewing Our Covenant With The Lord

    Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Jun 28, 2018
    based on 3 ratings
     | 10,700 views

    Christians need to be constantly recalled to their first love, and churches to the rudiments (first principles) of the faith of a better generation.

    RENEWING OUR COVENANT WITH THE LORD. Joshua 24:1-3; Joshua 24:14-25. The choice of Shechem as the site for the renewal of the covenant after the conquests under Joshua is significant. This was where the LORD had promised Abram both ‘this land’ and ‘a seed’ to occupy it, and Abram had ‘built ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Storms Of Life Series

    Contributed by Cameron Bottema on May 5, 2013
     | 8,051 views

    First sermon in a series of stress and anxiety.

    The Stress Storms of Life: Today we will begin a series on stress and how to reduce it from our lives. First, it needs to be understood that stress and anxiety are synonymous term – meaning they can be used interchangeably. The Bible teaches that stress/anxiety is a choice – we ...read more

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    Denomination: Friends

  • Jim Kane avatar

    Joseph, An Obedient Heart For God

    Contributed by Jim Kane on Jan 12, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,520 views

    The first of series on ‘Developing a Heart for God’

    Pastor Todd Coget tells the story of a small-town church in upstate New York who had had a rector (or pastor) in that church for over thirty-five years. He was loved by the church and the community. After he retired, he was replaced by a young priest. It was his first church; he had a great desire ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God