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  • John Raulerson avatar

    Knowing Who You Are In Christ Series

    Contributed by John Raulerson on Oct 26, 2005
    based on 14 ratings
     | 16,336 views

    To experience abundant joy one must first know who he/she is in Christ

    Philippians: Secrets of Abundant Joy KNOWING WHO WE ARE IN CHRIST Phil 1:1-2 The theme of Paul’s letter the church of Philippi is “Abundant Joy”. Philippi was a Roman colony town in the province of Macedonia. The first church Paul established in what we know as Europe was in Philippi and ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Growing Up Spiritually Pt2

    Contributed by Mike Sanders on Sep 11, 2009
    based on 3 ratings
     | 7,258 views

    This sermon helps the believer see the importance of growing up spiritually

    Growing up Spiritually PT2 (God wants to Grow, Go, Glow, Flow) If you would please turn in your bibles to To Ephesians 4:11-16 (NIV) 11 It was he who gave some to be apostles, some to be prophets, some to be evangelists, and some to be pastors and teachers, 12 to prepare God’s people for works ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Baptism Of Jesus Series

    Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Jan 15, 2021
     | 4,393 views

    Why did Jesus need to be baptized and why is that important to us?

    Grace Community Church Winchester, VA Pastor Bradford Reaves Watch this Message: https://youtu.be/kvOMpzSODa4 Introduction There is a premise in physics called “The Fine-Tuned Universe.” In this premise, it is asserted that there are characteristics of the universe that are virtually ...read more

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    Denomination: Brethren

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    Bad Things Happen To Everybody Series

    Contributed by John Hamby on Aug 29, 2005
    based on 74 ratings
     | 24,808 views

    First in a series on James. This message deals with principles for handling difficulties in our lives.

    A Study of the Book of James Sermon # 1 “Bad Things Happen To Everybody” James 1:1-10 “I heard a story of a man who was riding on a subway. It was quite crowded and he had to face the door. He was prone to motion sickness and he ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The New Journey Begins

    Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Feb 10, 2015
    based on 1 rating
     | 13,495 views

    The first message for 2015...A call for a "Re-Awakening" and being "ReNewed".

    “The (NEW) Journey Begins” Jeremiah 29:11/ Matthew 16:18-19 / Matthew 28:19-20 / John 20:21 / Acts 1:8 • Last week I announced the title of this message might be “A Call to Arms.” Some might say this title is over the top, but when I look around and see our country, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Guard Duty

    Contributed by Mary Lewis on Jul 2, 2002
    based on 63 ratings
     | 6,299 views

    The importance of guarding your heart, which is "the wellspring of life."

    Guard Duty 1/20/02 Prov. 4:23 Introduction This week, a team from the International Red Cross is paying a visit to the Guantanamo Bay Naval Base in Cuba to determine whether the detainees captured by U.S. forces are being kept in conditions which are acceptable according to the terms of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Authentic - Being The Real Deal! Series

    Contributed by Jason Pettibone on Dec 3, 2005
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,321 views

    The importance of being real as means of creating ’value,’ and building credibility

    In his book, "Growing Deep in the Christian Life" Chuck Swindoll tells about a man who when into a fast food place and ordered a couple of chicken dinners. Somehow the person who waited on him grabbed the wrong bag for the order and when the guy got to his picnic and pulled out the dinners, he ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    He That Winneth Souls Is Wise No. 7

    Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 31, 2022
     | 1,136 views

    We want to look again at the importance of following good examples.

    We understand the importance, as Christians, of not following the many bad examples that many lost people display in their lives, but NEW CONVERTS do not hear much, or see much, about following the good examples the Bible tells about and the stories of great Christians through the years have set ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    My Word = His Word.

    Contributed by John Gullick on Oct 28, 2002
    based on 27 ratings
     | 8,911 views

    A sermon that looks at the importance of God’s word for our lives.

    16 All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting and training in righteousness, 17 so that the man of God may be thoroughly equipped for every good work. All Scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    The Mission Begins Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Jun 12, 2016
    based on 1 rating
     | 17,367 views

    This sermon draws material from Chapters 10 and 11 in Charles Swindoll's book, Paul: A Man of Grace and Grit. This sermon draws lessons for our lives and ministry from the first part of Paul's first missionary journey.

    Introduction: A. Preaching, ministry and missionary work are very interesting and challenging adventures. 1. I read about one preacher who gave a very unusual sermon one day – He used a peanut to make several important points about the wisdom of God displayed in nature. 2. After the service, ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Vanished Into Thin Air Series

    Contributed by Amy Bickel on Jun 3, 2007
    based on 14 ratings
     | 6,657 views

    First study in a series on Bible Prophecy and the End Times. Deals with the Rapture of the Church.

    ILL. While on a South Pole expedition, British explorer Sir Ernest Shackleton left a few men on Elephant Island, promising that he would return for them. Later, when he tried to go back, huge icebergs blocked the way. But suddenly, as if by a miracle, an avenue opened in the ice and Shackleton ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Tragedy Of Saying No To Christ

    Contributed by Ed Pruitt on Jun 16, 2005
    based on 10 ratings
     | 2,930 views

    In this scripture text we look at our first example of one that said no to Christ.

    The Tragedy of Saying No to Christ Sunday September 10, 2000 (Mat 19:16-22) And, behold, one came and said unto him, Good Master, what good thing shall I do, that I may have eternal life? – 17. And he said unto him, Why callest thou me good? there is none good but one, that is, God: but if thou ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Financial Sacrifice Series

    Contributed by David Welch on Dec 29, 2008
    based on 3 ratings
     | 13,835 views

    First of three messages on giving out flowing our of a broader teaching on sacrifice.

    “Financial Sacrifice” Every Christian serious about a deeper walk with God and greater impact in our world must incorporate spiritual exercises as a way of life. I.What is sacrifice? Sacrifice is a willingness and sometimes even eagerness to give up something valuable for something or someone we ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

  • Mike Rexroat avatar

    Through The Eyes Of The Father Series

    Contributed by Mike Rexroat on Dec 2, 2007
     | 4,662 views

    First of a four part series looking at the birth of Christ through different eyes.

    I think that if you talk to any married couple with children...they will tell you that when their kids came along that there were some major changes in their lives. Some of us are getting ready to find that out for the very first time and others are getting ready to be reminded....and I have to ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Why Shepherds?

    Contributed by Ben Peak on Jan 3, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 22,503 views

    Why did God choose to let shepherds be the first to hear the news of the Messiah?

    Over the past few weeks we have been taking a new look at some of the figures of the Christmas story. We’ve taken some time to study the stories within the story. We’ve looked at the story of Mary, the teenaged girl that God chose to be the mother of His Son. Last week we discussed the story of ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness