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  • Peter Loughman avatar

    Jesus Trial Series

    Contributed by Peter Loughman on Mar 15, 2008
    based on 14 ratings
     | 10,553 views

    Every single one of these men - Judas, Peter, The Sanhedrin, believe that they are faithful, and they appear faithful to those around them. But appearing to be spiritual, appearing to be faithful is neither spiritual nor faithful, it only appears to be.

    Jesus, an innocent man, is arrested in an olive grove and now stands ready to be condemned to death – there is no doubt about the outcome. How did it all come to this? How did it come to this, that the most theologically adept men of the day sat ready to condemn an innocent man, they sat ready to ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Crucifixion, The Foundation Of Our Faith

    Contributed by J. Allen Lucas on Mar 17, 2008
    based on 24 ratings
     | 10,672 views

    If Jesus had refused to suffer the shame and reproach of the Cross, and if the Crucifixion had never taken place, then our sins could not be forgiven … remitted. As a matter of fact, there wouldn’t be a gospel, for the gospel stands on the foundation of t

    The Crucifixion, The Foundation Of Our Faith John 19:1 Then Pilate therefore took Jesus, and scourged him. 2 And the soldiers platted a crown of thorns, and put it on his head, and they put on him a purple robe, 3 And said, Hail, King of the Jews: and they smote him with their hands. 4 Pilate ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Throwing Your Life Away

    Contributed by Philip Harrelson on Aug 29, 2007
    based on 9 ratings
     | 7,263 views

    This message calls for greater commitment and sacrifice. I found the inspiration for this message after having gone to Romania on a missions trip.

    Mark 12:41-44 KJV And Jesus sat over against the treasury, and beheld how the people cast money into the treasury: and many that were rich cast in much. [42] And there came a certain poor widow, and she threw in two mites, which make a farthing. [43] And he called unto him his disciples, and ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Ron Murphy avatar

    Healing Grace Series

    Contributed by Ron Murphy on Sep 3, 2007
    based on 10 ratings
     | 9,311 views

    We often live with a distorted view of who we are, even after coming to Christ. But who does God say we are?

    Introduction I. Did you ever notice those words that are written on the outside mirror of your car? A. On many of those mirrors are the words to the effect, “Objects may be closer than they appear.” B. What those words are saying is that 1. “This mirror gives a distorted view of reality” ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Good Conquers Evil

    Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Sep 4, 2007
    based on 69 ratings
     | 8,314 views

    In our text, let’s consider the procedure of how good conquered evil. 1- Philip preached - that’s the good 2- Simon boasted - that’s the bad 3- People believed - that’s the good 4- Simon backslid - that’s the bad 5- Peter warned - that’s the good

    INTRO.- ILL.- In Florida, an atheist became incensed over the preparation for Easter and Passover holidays and decided to contact the local ACLU about the discrimination inflicted on atheists by the constant celebrations afforded to Christians and Jews with all their holidays while the atheists had ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    How To Lead People To Christ

    Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Sep 19, 2007
    based on 99 ratings
     | 14,731 views

    Let’s see what Philip did to evangelize the eunuch and what we must do. We must: 1- Respond to God’s leading 2- Show genuine interest 3- Share the good news 4- Follow through to completion

    INTRO.- ILL.- Two social workers were walking through a rough part of the city in the evening. They heard moans and cries for help from a back alley. Upon investigation, they found a semi-conscious man in a pool of blood. "Help me, I’ve been mugged and beaten," he pleaded. The two social ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    An Unusual Conversion

    Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Sep 19, 2007
    based on 98 ratings
     | 20,378 views

    In our text, let’s take a look at Saul, the kind of man he was and how he came to accept Christ. Saul was: 1- A mean man 2- A humbled man 3- A new man 4- A preaching man

    INTRO.- Did ever have a conversion experience? That is, being converted from the Cubs to the Cardinals? Or from Ford to Chevrolet? Or from McDonald’s to Burger King? Etc. ILL.- After moving here over four years ago, I started visiting Brother Elmer Schilly, who at that time was in the nursing ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Scott Kircher avatar

    Celebrating Christmas When Tragedy Strikes Series

    Contributed by Scott Kircher on Dec 18, 2011
    based on 28 ratings
     | 9,471 views

    How do we celebrate Christmas when we face tragedies in life?

    Celebrating Christmas when Tragedy Strikes! The birth of Christ did not eliminate Evil The birth of Christ provides hope for eternity The birth of Christ provides Comfort through his presence Intro Slide Christmas is one week out. For some, the excitement of gift giving, of gathering with ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Troubled At His Appearing And Presence?

    Contributed by Victor Ramlall on Dec 20, 2011
     | 2,998 views

    The presence of the righteous can be a source of discomfort to those who are bent on unrighteous pursuits since it makes the unrighteous uncomfortable and guilty; a condition that should not be found in a believer who is in the presence of the Lord.

    Mat 2:1-6 Now when Jesus was born in Bethlehem of Judaea in the days of Herod the king, behold, there came wise men from the east to Jerusalem, 2 Saying, Where is he that is born King of the Jews? for we have seen his star in the east, and are come to worship him. 3 When Herod the king had ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Denis O'Callaghan Ph.D. ,Th.D., D.D., D. Phil. avatar

    The Real Meaning Behind Christmas (Part 4) Series

    Contributed by Denis O'callaghan Ph.d. ,th.d., D.d., D. Phil. on Dec 24, 2011
     | 4,615 views

    It is this fourth word from our dying Saviour that causes me to begin to cry and weep as I see our dear Lord the sinless perfect Son of God who came from the very Throne room of the Most High God.

    And about the ninth hour Jesus cried out with a loud voice, saying, "Eli, Eli, lama sabachthani?" that is, "My God, My God, why have You forsaken Me?" (Gospel of Mathew Chapter 27 verse 46) Gentle Reader, It is this fourth word from our dying Saviour that causes me to begin to cry and weep as I ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Paul Fritz avatar

    Thirty Ways To Have A Blessed New Year

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jan 2, 2012
    based on 14 ratings
     | 17,142 views

    Recognize and appropriate all the spiritual resources you have in order to enjoy the maximum of God’s blessings this year.

    Thirty Ways to Appropriate the Blessings of God in the New Year 1. Rejoice in the Lord - (Phil. 4:4; Psalm 98:1,2) - Sing to the Lord a new song for He has done marvelous things. His right hand and His holy arm has gotten us the victory. We still have the power to choose to rejoice regardless of ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    When The Dilemma Is Discouragement

    Contributed by Philip Harrelson on Jan 6, 2012
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,019 views

    Discouragement is one of the devil's deadliest tools to use on the church.

    Numbers 21:4 KJV And they journeyed from mount Hor by the way of the Red sea, to compass the land of Edom: and the soul of the people was much discouraged because of the way. Numbers 21:4 Amplified . . . and the people became impatient (depressed, much discouraged), because [of the trials] of ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Wisdom Of The Olive Tree

    Contributed by Philip Harrelson on Jan 6, 2012
    based on 4 ratings
     | 21,740 views

    Some very valuable lessons come from looking at the traits of the ageless olive tree.

    Judges 9:8-9 KJV The trees went forth on a time to anoint a king over them; and they said unto the olive tree, Reign thou over us. [9] But the olive tree said unto them, Should I leave my fatness, wherewith by me they honour God and man, and go to be promoted over the ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    As A Man Thinketh

    Contributed by Philip Harrelson on Jan 6, 2012
    based on 8 ratings
     | 78,439 views

    Our thinking has the capacity to either crown us or cripple us.

    Proverbs 23:7 KJV For as he thinketh in his heart, so is he: . . . Philippians 4:8 KJV Finally, brethren, whatsoever things are true, whatsoever things are honest, whatsoever things are just, whatsoever things are pure, whatsoever things are lovely, whatsoever things are of good report; if there ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Ministry Of Refreshment

    Contributed by Philip Harrelson on Jan 6, 2012
     | 11,239 views

    Onesiphorus did a great service to the church by serving Paul.

    2 Timothy 1:16-18 KJV The Lord give mercy unto the house of Onesiphorus; for he oft refreshed me, and was not ashamed of my chain: [17] But, when he was in Rome, he sought me out very diligently, and found me. [18] The Lord grant unto him that he may find mercy of the Lord in that day: and in ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal