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  • Dr. Jerry Morrissey avatar

    "Christ Succeeded Where Adam Failed.”

    Contributed by Dr. Jerry Morrissey on Feb 8, 2002
    based on 71 ratings
     | 7,605 views

    Year A. First Sunday of Lent February 17, 2002 Romans 5: 12-19 Title: “Christ succeeded where Adam failed.”

    Year A. First Sunday of Lent February 17, 2002 Romans 5: 12-19 Title: “Christ succeeded where Adam failed.” Paul has been making the case that all humanity has been under the curse and suffering the consequences of sin. He sees sin as having two dimensions. There is the ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    The Fire Of The Lord

    Contributed by Rickey Broach on Mar 10, 2002
    based on 57 ratings
     | 9,311 views

    GOD IS MOVING IN THESE LAST DAYS, IF HE IS TO MOVE THROUGH US WE MUST ALLOW THE FIRE OF THE HOLY SPIRIT TO BURN WITHIN US FIRST

    THE FIRE OF THE LORD MATTHEW 3:11 – 12 I indeed baptize you with water unto repentance: but he that cometh after me is mightier than I, whose shoes I am not worthy to bear: he shall baptize you with the Holy Ghost, and with fire: 12 Whose fan is in his hand, and he will thoroughly purge his floor, ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Tempted

    Contributed by Jerry Flury on Mar 10, 2002
    based on 9 ratings
     | 5,589 views

    As WE CONSIDER THE TEMPTATION OF CHRIST, WE SHOULD FIRST NOTE THE PURPOSE OF HIS TEMPTATION, SECOND THE AVENUES OF TEMPTATION, AND THIRD THE RESULTS OF HIS TEMPTATION.

    Tempted Luke 4:1-15 INTRODUCTION: TEMPTATION IS A SLEEPLESS UNWEARYING ENEMY. THOUSANDS OS SEEMINGLY STRONG MEN AND WOMEN HAVE BEEN WRECKED ON THE HILLS OF WHAT THEY CONSIDERED TO BE IMPROBABLE IF NOT IMPOSSIBLE TEMPTATION. NO PERSON WHO HAS EVER LIVED HAS BEEN OR IS IMMUNE FROM TEMPTATION ? NOT ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Testimony Of The Soldier

    Contributed by Robert Simmons on Mar 30, 2002
    based on 179 ratings
     | 5,362 views

    This sermon was preached on Easter 2002 as I was dressed in a Roman Centurion Soldier costume. I preached the sermon as the soldier that was an eyewitness to the events of the first Easter.

    Easter Sunday 2002; Sermon delivered in Roman Centurion Costume What a strange religion these followers of Jesus Christ profess. Giving their money to the poor, helping the rejected, believing a virgin can have a son, and that a man raised from the dead. That’s the impression we all have when we ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    How To Approach Problematic Preaching Pardoxs

    Contributed by Michael Blankenship on May 14, 2001
    based on 49 ratings
     | 2,286 views

    Peter needed to clear aaway all things that distracted his view of Christ. When we put Christ First there are countless blessings that will come.

    First Baptist Church 545 South Main Street Jellico, Tennessee. 37762 Bro. Michael Blankenship www.jfb.faithsite.com/default.asp May 14, 2001 "Peter put all of them outside, and then he knelt down andprayed. He turned to the body and said, ’Tabitha, get up.’ Then she opened her eyes, and seeing ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Making The Sacrifice That Meets The Need Series

    Contributed by Tony Klinedinst on Aug 29, 2002
    based on 47 ratings
     | 4,635 views

    We all want to be used by God to extend His kingdom, but we first must realize that being used by Him requires great sacrifice.

    Having an Effect our the Community Making Sacrifices that meet Needs John 6:1-15 I.Be ready to address the needs of the people.(1-5) A.Jesus draws the crowds. (v.1-2) 1. Why did Jesus perform miracles on the sick? a. He had a genuine concern for the sick but, b. He ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Giving Modeled After Christ

    Contributed by Guy Glass on Oct 31, 2003
    based on 90 ratings
     | 15,545 views

    This message looks at Christ as the model for our giving. Christ gave willingly, Joyfully, and Sacrificially. Our problem with giving is forgetting who gave first.

    GIVING MODELED AFTER CHRIST JOHN 3:16 INTRODUCTION: I am amazed at some of the models in the Hobby Shops. Some of them are so expensive. Now, there are some cheap ones there, but if you really want a good and accurate model – it is going to cost you some money! You see, ultimately the model is ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Ephesus: 1st Of Seven Churches Series

    Contributed by Ed Mcneely on Jun 25, 2002
    based on 22 ratings
     | 4,798 views

    Seven commendations but one complaint: Thou hast left thy first love. They were doctrinally sound, but passionately cold. Love had faded.

    EPHESUS: FIRST OF 7 CHURCHES 2-24-02 Revelation 1:10 –2:7 Jesus, in the resurrection, returned to earth near the end of the 1st century to tell the Apostle John about the end times—the close of the Church Age, and the events that are to follow that. He starts with a report card on 7 churches that ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Prayer

    Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Dec 29, 2000
    based on 107 ratings
     | 12,126 views

    In order to accomplish the divine command to forgive one another, you must first learn to live your life in prayer and intercession as Jesus commanded.

    "Love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you that you may be sons of your Father in heaven." (Matthew 5:44) Forgiveness will flow freely to a cold world only from a heart that is warmed by God’s love. Praying for those who have hurt you proves that you are a child of God and ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Jesus Teaches How To Live Thankfully

    Contributed by Timm Meyer on Dec 1, 2005
    based on 39 ratings
     | 5,100 views

    Thanksgiving Day(Soll) - Jesus teaches believers how to live thankfully by declaring: Do not worry about this world and seek first the kingdom of God.

    THANKSGIVING DAY - November 24, 2005 - MATTHEW 6:25-34 INTRO: What is Thanksgiving? Sadly, for too many Thanksgiving is considered as a great day for food, football, family and early Friday morning sales. Fact is it has become a forgot-ten day of the true meaning of thankful living. In ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Joseph Colebank II avatar

    How Satan Tempts Us

    Contributed by Joseph Colebank Ii on Jan 18, 2005
    based on 9 ratings
     | 4,194 views

    The first spoken words recorded in the Bible are those of God as he brought the universe into existence, gave it order, and illumined it with the presence of His holy glory.

    How Satan Tempts us Gen. 3:1-7 Gen. 1:3 The first spoken words recorded in the Bible are those of God as he brought the universe into existence, gave it order, and illumined it with the presence of His holy glory. Eloheem Awmar haw mar ore! God said, "Let there be light" (Gen. 1:3). A. With these ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Joseph Rodgers avatar

    Expressions Of Love

    Contributed by Joseph Rodgers on Mar 6, 2006
    based on 5 ratings
     | 3,327 views

    This message focused in on how baptism and communion are expressions of worship to God’s. We show Him love because He first loved us.

    Expressions of Love March 5, 2006 Baptism and Lord’s Supper Intro: I am reading a book entitled, The Air I Breathe, by Louie Giglio. In the book Louie defines worship as “the pursuit of that which you value most.” I like that b/c I believe our greatest purpose for living is to honor God through ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Funeral Service For Frances Simpson

    Contributed by Davon Huss on Apr 4, 2006
    based on 6 ratings
     | 6,666 views

    A funeral message from Romans 8:18-39. Frances had a muscular disease that first took away her voice and then her strength.

    Funeral Service for Frances Simpson 4/1/2006 - Express condolences and appreciation. - Today is April Fools Day and how I wish this was all a joke but it is not. We come here to mourn the death of Frances Dorsett Simpson. No, that is a joke; we come here to celebrate the life of Frances Simpson ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Crucial Steps In The Journey

    Contributed by Colin Coombs on Jan 28, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 2,703 views

    Using the life of Abraham, we see the need to put God first in all things, from which will flow an unfolding of revelation, and a response of worship.

    CRUCIAL STEPS IN THE JOURNEY SEPARATION; REVELATION; WORSHIP In the life of ABRAHAM The life of Abraham is remarkable, in that it clearly reflects aspects of our own life with God. There were certain very positive decisions that he had to make that were to become landmarks in his journey of life ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    A Sermon For Our Times Part 1 Series

    Contributed by Guy Glass on Feb 24, 2008
     | 3,056 views

    The sermon on the mount is a wonderful passage full of principles for living, not only in the kingdom of Christ, but in the here and now. This is the first message in a series dealing with the Sermon on the Mount

    A SERMON FOR OUR TIMES A Series On The Sermon On The Mount Section 1 “Be All That You Can Be With The Right Attitude” Part 1 Matthew 5:3-12 "Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. 4 Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted. 5 Blessed are the meek, for ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist