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  • Dr. Jonathan Vorce avatar

    The Ascension

    Contributed by Dr. Jonathan Vorce on Jun 3, 2017
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     | 16,228 views

    This message covers four reasons why the Ascension of Jesus into heaven was necessary.

    Acts 1:9-11 INTRO: ¥ This past week the liturgical world celebrated the ascension of Jesus into heaven. ¥ Paint the Picture… ¥ Context: The ascension is the last, individual, earthly event of the Ministry of Jesus. It is the completion of the resurrection. He was raised, not only to renewed ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Fathers House

    Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Jun 16, 2017
     | 4,950 views

    The sermon shares why the son left and why the son returned.

    1. The Fathers House didn’t allow him to do it his way The prodigal wanted to do it His way: His way is the right way, the best way, the only way. Doing it my way means I am Fed Up with the way things are right now! • 12The younger one said to his father, `Father, give me my share of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    The Hope That Comes From Refuge Series

    Contributed by Shawn Drake on Jun 30, 2017
     | 4,478 views

    This is the 24th sermon in the series "3:16- Numbers That Bring Hope".

    Series: 3:16- Numbers That Bring Hope [#24] THE HOPE THAT COMES FROM REFUGE Joel 3:16 Introduction: This morning, our text is in the Book of Joel. As we continue our series in the 3rd chapter and 16th verse; I want you to see that you have a choice to make: You can try to hide from God or you ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Let’s Walk In The Old Paths

    Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on Feb 9, 2017
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     | 17,791 views

    Go back to where God can use us as he did in the old days.

    LET’S WALK IN THE OLD PATHS Jeremiah 6: 16 Thus saith the LORD, Stand ye in the ways, and see, and ask for the old paths, where is the good way, and walk therein, and ye shall find rest for your souls. But they said, We will not walk therein. We find Judah was in ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    God Is Not Punishing You

    Contributed by Barry O Johnson on Mar 30, 2017
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     | 4,359 views

    God does not put sickness and disease on people. It's a lie from the pit of hell.

    God is not punishing you. It’s been nearly 25 years since he held the press conference in 1991. The venue was the Forum in Los Angeles and it hosted one of the greatest NBA teams of all times, the Los Angeles Lakers, who were simply known as “Showtime.” Magic Johnson stood before a room full of ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    That They All Be One Series

    Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Mar 31, 2017
     | 3,330 views

    Our witness must be positive–we hold fast to what we know is true, and treat those who don’t share those views with charity and patience.

    Thursday of fifth week in Lent 2017 Joy of the Gospel Today we look at the person and commitment of Abraham, whom the Liturgy calls “our father in faith.” Genesis records the fundamental promise that the Jews–and Christians–hold dear. And it’s not the land of Canaan, or Palestine, over which ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

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    Roll Away The Stone

    Contributed by Mark Aarssen on Apr 7, 2017
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     | 15,977 views

    Do you find yourself living like a half dead Christian. Is your faith something that is buried instead of alive in you? You may need Jesus to Roll away the stone keeping you from a Resurrection kind of faith.

    Roll Away the Stone John Chapter 11 Jesus crosses the line and goes back to Judea where his friend Lazarus has died. Sometimes God will call us and ask us to cross the line. To go from a place of relative safety to a place of danger. The last time Jesus was in Judea they tried to kill Him by ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Poverty Can Be Caused By Excessive Consumption Series

    Contributed by Henry Trocino Jr. on Apr 9, 2017
     | 5,716 views

    Part 14 of the Sermon Series, "Rich Man Poor Man in Proverbs"

    "Hear, my son, and be wise, and direct your heart in the way. Be not among drunkards or among gluttonous eaters of meat, for the drunkard and the glutton will come to poverty, and slumber will clothe them with rags" (Prov. 23:19-21). The wise writer particularly addresses his words to a young ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Temple Curtain Was Torn In Two

    Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Apr 10, 2017
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     | 7,682 views

    What is the significance to the fact that when Jesus died, the temple curtain was torn in two from top to bottom?

    "With a loud cry, Jesus breathed his last. The curtain of the temple was torn in two from top to bottom." - Mark 15:37-38 (NIV) The curtain mentioned is the inner curtain that separates the Holy of Holies from the Holy Place. The holy of holies was where the Ark of the Covenant was located, which ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Best Is Yet To Come

    Contributed by Craig Condon on Dec 2, 2016
     | 6,409 views

    In a world full of hurt and pain, Isaiah reminds us that we are children of God. We as Christians have seen the fulfillment of the hope promised by the Second Coming, so we can and should proclaim this passage from Isaiah as our hope for salvation peace.

    “Ah…. those were the good old days!” How many of you have ever said or thought something similar to those words? Thinking about the past always brings up memories, both good and bad. These memories include kids playing street hockey or climbing trees or making forts or walking ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    Advent 4

    Contributed by Paul Andrew on Dec 8, 2016
     | 5,050 views

    Ahaz faces the choice, — God’s plan or his own.

    Advent 4 The reason we celebrate Christmas is because God will save his people from their sins, and that God came to dwell with us. Emmanuel. This message is communicated in our Readings today by 3 annunciations or divine invitations. Joseph's annunciation was by angel in a dream. Mary's was by ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

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    Breastplate Of Righteousness Series

    Contributed by James Lee on Dec 16, 2016
     | 6,335 views

    Every believer is to guard their heart because the truth is that even believers will live one of two ways and the breastplate is the deciding factor

    STILLNESS AND THE POWER OF GOD 1 Kings 19:1-19 A. THE WILDERNESS OF DISSENT (1 Kings 19:1-8) It is hard when we stand out in the crowd, but Christians are different. The Bible names us a ‘peculiar people’ - called out of darkness into His marvellous light (1 Peter 2:9). Privileges carry ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Called To Freedom Series

    Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Dec 25, 2016
    based on 9 ratings
     | 10,514 views

    If the Son shall make us free, we shall be free indeed.

    III. CALLED TO FREEDOM. A. SET FREE - TO SERVE GOD! Exodus 10:24-26. It is somewhat ironic that Pharaoh would eventually release the children of Israel from bondage in Egypt that they might go and “serve the LORD” (Exodus 10:24). Pharaoh was not willing for them to take their flocks with them, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Transfiguration - Jesus Greater Than Moses, Elijah, - And Abraham! Series

    Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Dec 25, 2016
    based on 8 ratings
     | 10,608 views

    The significance of the Transfiguration: the greatness of Jesus.

    THE SIGNIFICANCE OF THE TRANSFIGURATION. Mark 9:2-9. Peter wanted to build three temples on the Mount of Transfiguration: one for Moses, one for Elijah, and one for Jesus. The impetuous disciple was so awestruck that he did not really know what he was saying. Just in that moment a cloud covered ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    "Sometimes You Need Muck Boots"

    Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Jan 12, 2017
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,551 views

    The sermon shares how David was in mire and muck needed help as we all do he trusted god and God delivered.

    “Sometimes you Need Muck Boots” Psalm 40:1-11 • Muck Boots Provide Protection from leaks or water Muck Boots according to an add they stay Dry & Comfortable No Matter What You're Doing. Different Types: Rain Boots, Cold Weather Boots, Gardening Boots Specializing in high ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist