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  • Duane Wente avatar

    First Journey Series

    Contributed by Duane Wente on Jun 4, 2023
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    Paul was handpicked by God to be His messenger of the Gospel to the Jewish and Gentile world. Along the way, Paul preached and built relationships with many people. As we look at some of the events on his first missionary journey, we can learn from the people he met and the lessons he taught.

    Introduction Video Ill.: Mom vs. Dad Vacation Prep - Holderness Family I can relate to some of those things! You know, the weather outside tells us it is summer (though the first full day of Summer isn’t for another couple of weeks on June 22). Many of us have either already taken our vacation ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Only God, The First And The Last Series

    Contributed by Reuben Bredenhof on Aug 7, 2022
     | 1,780 views

    It’s foolish to put our confidence in what we own, or in what we look like, or in the people we love. All these good things only spring from the Lord God, the overflowing fountain. And none of these things can save or redeem, for God alone is the First and the Last.

    One of my favourite Bible stories is in 1 Kings 18. That’s the chapter where God has a showdown with Baal, a dramatic contest on the top of Mount Carmel. You remember how Elijah challenges the prophets of Baal to a competition. ‘Come up the mountain,’ he said. ‘Bring two oxen for sacrifice, wood to ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    First Love Series

    Contributed by David Flowers on Feb 6, 2010
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    In this message, part 4 in series Love Without Limits, Dave looks at how God's love changes us, suggesting that what we need in the church is not to try harder, but to simply receive God's love.

    First Love Love Without Limits, prt. 4 Wildwind Community Church David Flowers January 24, 2010 Sing with me if you know this: Oh how I love Jesus Oh how I love Jesus Oh how I love Jesus Because he first loved me 1 John 4:9-12 (NIV) 9 This is how God showed his love among us: He sent his one ...read more

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    Denomination: Free Methodist

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    The First Sacrifice Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Apr 13, 2014
    based on 16 ratings
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    Nakedness is equated with sin in Scripture and Adam and Eve tried covering their nakedness with fig leaves. Do we do the same? And, if so, how successful can we be at doing that?

    The true story is told of a banquet where a famous religious leader found himself seated next to an extremely beautiful woman who was wearing a gown with a perilously low neckline. He introduced himself to her… and then offered her an apple. She was a little surprised, but he explained ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Bad Things Happen To Everybody Series

    Contributed by John Hamby on Aug 29, 2005
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    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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    Abraham Put God First

    Contributed by Steven Haguewood on Jul 24, 2008
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    Abraham learned the power of faith in his life, there are four exciting things faith can do for you, come and see

    ABRAHAM PUT GOD FIRST Text: Genesis 15:1-6 Scripture Reading: Colossians 3:5-11 INTRODUCTION: 1. Abraham is a remarkable character of faith 2. There are four lessons of faith we get from Abraham’s life: a. Faith changes people b. Faith has no age restriction c. Faith is courageous d. Faith is a ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The In Thing PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023
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    Those who are “In Christ” have freedom from condemnation and transformative power in His name.

    Good morning, brothers and sisters! It's a beautiful day to explore the boundless wisdom of God's Word. Today, we're going to be exploring the message of Romans 8:1 and the incredible power that comes from being "In Christ". This is relevant to every single one of us, because it concerns our ...read more

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    The Religious Leaders Missed The First Christmas Series

    Contributed by Dr. Dave Hartson on Dec 3, 2021
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     | 3,763 views

    We are in danger of becoming indifferent to the things of God.

    INTRODUCTION Most of life is made up of ordinary moments. You wake up, you head out to work, you must deal with people throughout the day, and no ordinary day would be complete without having to solve a problem or two. Yet, sometimes extraordinary events can break into those ordinary moments. In ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The First And Last

    Contributed by Grant Macdonald on Feb 28, 2012
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    Life is full of chaos but God is in control

    Chaos is a state that most people don’t like to live in. Chaos and its cousins: confusion, disorder, mess, clutter, muddle, anarchy, and pandemonium are never welcome in my life. But for some reason, just like a natural gas salesperson, they keep knocking at my door; seeking to interrupt my ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Not In Things

    Contributed by Trevor Ducreay on Dec 10, 2002
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    Jesus invites us to rethink how we evaluate human worth with a parable about a successful man whom God regarded as a fool.

    Text: Luke 12:15-21 Introduction This passage of Scripture is troubling. It may not strike us as troubling on the surface. Indeed we are likely to say the obligatory “Amen” on reading or hearing this passage read in worship. (Remember Amen means “so let it be” or “I agree, I concur, I ...read more

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    Denomination: Adventist

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    Set Your Minds On Things Above

    Contributed by David Owens on Nov 2, 2020
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    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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    Two Firsts: First Stay At Capernaum & First Cleansing Of The Temple Series

    Contributed by John Lowe on Jun 29, 2017
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    Capernaum was not only His headquarters, but it was also where more miracles were done than in any other city. Jesus' next stop is Jerusalem and there He drives out of the Temple, those who were only interested in making money.

    Harmony of the Gospels -AD 27- Capernaum, “His City” First Stay in Capernaum John 2:12 After this he went down to Capernaum, he, and his mother, and his brethren, and his disciples: and they continued there not many days. (John 2:12) Joseph’s name is not mentioned, and I believe that he was ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    " B H A G ! "

    Contributed by Monty Newton on May 1, 2010
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    The first thing we must be is the people God calls us tobe... a people who love one another as Christ loves us.

    Title: “B H A G” Text: John 13:31-35 Thesis: The first thing we must be is the people God calls us to be – a people who love one another as Christ loves us. Introduction This is our Mission Statement here at Heritage: We exist to glorify God in all things by: • Celebrating God’s presence ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Our Father, Who Art In Heaven, Hallowed Be Thy Name Series

    Contributed by Tim Smith on Mar 17, 2011
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     | 18,710 views

    This sermon focuses on God and his will and his kingdom. So the first thing Jesus teaches us is that prayer starts with God and then moves to us.

    Our Father, Who Art in Heaven, Hallowed Be Thy Name Teach Us to Pray Matthew 6:9-13 Many of us have probably mindlessly prayed the words of the Lord’s Prayer and never really thought about what we were really praying for. And that’s part of what gives rise to this sermon series ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Unfeigned Faith-Fan The Flame.

    Contributed by Howard Strickland on Mar 3, 2023
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    The first thing to glean is Paul and Timothy’s spiritual connection. -I pray night and day for you... Number 1. Prayer was mutual.

    Unfeigned Faith-Fan the Flame. 2 Timothy 1:3-7KJV Paul wrote 2 Timothy from prison while awaiting his execution. He only had a short time left before his death, so he penned this profoundly personal letter full of intense affection and concern for his beloved companion and protégé. ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal