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  • K. Edward Skidmore avatar

    Resting On The Resurrection Series

    Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on Jun 1, 2015
     | 9,573 views

    An Easter message about resurrection based on First Corinthians 15. Because of the resurrection we have a new identity, a new purpose, and a new hope.

    Resting on the Resurrection (Easter Sermon) 1 Corinthians 15 INTRODUCTION: What do you think is the most important event in world history? A lot of Christians might say the Birth of Christ. Our calendar is based on Christ’s birth … and Christmas is our biggest celebration. The ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Being Vigilant And Watchful Series

    Contributed by John Oscar on Jun 18, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,016 views

    The importance of being watchful and faithful in the last days

    Being Vigilant and Watchful 7 Blessings in Revelations Series June 16th, 2024, CCCAG Scripture: Rev 16:15 Introduction When I was in the Army Reserves, we had a major evaluation to pass that determined how combat ready we were, and it directly correlated to where we sat on the deployment ranking. ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    A Great Miracle

    Contributed by W. Alderman on Dec 8, 2007
    based on 6 ratings
     | 4,818 views

    This is a message that shows the importance of the birth of John the Baptist.

    “A GREAT MIRACLE THAT PREFACED THE GREATEST MIRACLE OF THEM ALL” TEXT: Luke 1:1-25 W. Max Alderman INTRODUCTION: The writer of the third Gospel is writing something that would normally not be believed. Luke ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    “the Call To Fervent Prayer!” Series

    Contributed by Gerry Cheney on Dec 29, 2015
    based on 1 rating
     | 10,237 views

    Based on the movie "War Room"... we look at the importance of first evaluating our own prayer lives. Are we hot or cold? Before we start praying that God works on another person, we start by asking God to change us. This is where our prayer lives begin.

    Introduction: As you all know… This week we saw another tragic college shooting transpire. This time near ROSEBURG, Ore. Ten people were killed during a shooting at Umpqua Community College Thursday morning. And I think there were nine others who were wounded. What makes this story even a ...read more

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    Denomination: Vineyard

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    Feasting On The Word

    Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Mar 5, 2018
     | 5,298 views

    First, we looked at the account between Jesus and the woman at the well where he offered her living water. Then, after Jesus fed the 5,000 plus he told them he was the bread of life. Today, we'll see the importance of feasting on God's word.

    FEASTING ON THE WORD INTRODUCTION: So far we've looked at the account between Jesus and the woman at the well where he offered her living water. Then we looked at Jesus' encounter with the Jews who were following him because he had multiplied the loaves and the fishes. Jesus revealed that he was ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Clear The Way, Part 6 Series

    Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Sep 7, 2025
     | 227 views

    The calling of the first disciples is a story of incredible importance because it shows us how ordinary men (and women) - are called by the Messiah of God - to do extraordinary things in His name. Are we willing to also give up everything we prefer to serve and lead a life that glorifies God?

    John, Part 6 Series: Clear the Way, Part 6 John 1:35-42 - Welcome to Seasons – intro – we are so glad you’re here with us; dismiss kids - I never want to assume that we all have the same knowledge … ? A young Jewish man; referred to as youngest Apostle (late teens / early 20s) ? John wrote ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Anonymous Part 4 Series

    Contributed by Rob Ketterling on Dec 23, 2014
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,734 views

    You are not Alone, You matter, You are important

    Anonymous Part 4, by Pastor Rob Ketterling All right. Well, we have enjoyed the Anonymous series. In just a minute I want to show you a video, and I wanted to have a pastoral moment with all of our campuses here and just, again, let you into a glimpse of how God speaks to me and what I go ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Introduction To Christian Living Series

    Contributed by Gene Gregory on Aug 11, 2024
     | 1,020 views

    First in series from James, Introduction to Christian Living

    James 1 Introduction to Christian Living Some of ya’ll never consider how things get done around here. We are a small church, with a limited budget, and so the things done around here are done by volunteers. The place is mowed and trimmed by volunteers. The pavilion and plastic walls are cleaned ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Baptism As Epiphany

    Contributed by Tim Zingale on Jan 11, 2002
    based on 175 ratings
     | 20,037 views

    Sermon for the First Sunday after the Epiphany The Baptism of Jesus

    First Sunday after the Epiphany Baptism of Jesus Sermon Matthew 3:13-17 "Baptism as Epiphany’’   This morning, I would like to do something different! I propose to tell you three stories and as you listen to them think about how each of them relate to Baptism. Story 1. A dying judge said to his ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Definition Of A Christian Series

    Contributed by Jason Jones on Jan 29, 2007
    based on 3 ratings
     | 4,458 views

    First message in an expositional series through 1 Peter

    Text: 1 Peter 1:1-2, Title: The Definition of a Christian, Date/Place: LSCC, 4/24/05, AM A. Opening illustration: They have a personal relationship with God, say their faith is very important in their life today; believe they have a personal responsibility to share their religious beliefs about ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Warning #1 - About Drifting Series

    Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Mar 9, 2009
    based on 10 ratings
     | 10,729 views

    The first in a series of warning offered from the book of Hebrews.

    Code YELLOW Alert “Warning About Drifting” Hebrews 2:1-4 * In the aftermath of 9/11, President Bush established a Department of Homeland Security to protect us from this sort of terrorism. This was a progressive concept which took almost 18 months to flesh out. However, only 6 months after 9/11, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Was Blind But Now I See Series

    Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Nov 17, 2015
     | 6,626 views

    Many of us would probably rate our ability to see as our most important sense, but spiritual sight is even more important.

    Was Blind But Now I See (Mark 10:46-52) 1. We all experience countless disappointments in life. Some blogs: Today, I got a call from a potential employer. They spent five minutes explaining job duties and I listened with anticipation. Then they spent five minutes explaining why I wasn't the ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Run To The Throne, Not The Phone

    Contributed by Wayne Lawson on Jun 9, 2005
    based on 40 ratings
     | 22,863 views

    Important to take your petitions to the Throne of God

    Rev. Wayne A. Lawson Senior Pastor First Baptist Church Ardmore, OK 73402 Pastor@firstbaptist.org St. Luke 23:50-52. 50. And, behold, there was a man named Joseph, a counseller; and he was a good man, and a just: 51. (The same had not consented to the counsel and deed of them;) he was ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Good Ground Key To Fruitfulness

    Contributed by Jeremias Fababier on May 29, 2012
    based on 1 rating
     | 11,044 views

    a good ground is important to have a abundant harvest

    TOPIC: GOOD GROUND – KEY TO FRUITFULNESS Text: Mark 4:1-29 vv. 26-29, “26 And He said, the Kingdom of God is like a man who scatters seed upon the ground, 27 and then continues sleeping and rising night and day while the seed sprouts and grows and increases – he knows not how. ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Faith Without Obedience Is Dead

    Contributed by Ivan Casteel on Mar 14, 2004
    based on 24 ratings
     | 14,047 views

    To help better understand the importance of faith and obedience

    PP2005 FAITH WITHOUT OBEDIENCE IS DEAD Hebrews 11:8-10; Text verse Vs. 8; 1 Samuel 15:22. INTRODUCTION: Turn first to Genesis 12:1, and we will read verses 1-4 in this chapter of God’s Word in conjunction with what we have already read. The world would have never heard about Abraham had he ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist