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  • Rick Boyne avatar

    Practical Atheism

    Contributed by Rick Boyne on Jul 18, 2012
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    If you are not a sold out follower of Jesus Christ, you’re living your life no different than an atheist.

    Practical Atheism May 18, 2008 Morning Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: If you are not a sold out follower of Jesus Christ, you’re living your life no different than an atheist. Focus Passage: I Samuel 17: 1-11, 24-27, 33-37, 45-47 Supplemental Passage: ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Richey Rich Series

    Contributed by Thomas Swope on Sep 20, 2012
     | 3,998 views

    A study of the Gospel of Mark 10: 17 –22

    Mark 10: 17 –22 Richey Rich 17 Now as He was going out on the road, one came running, knelt before Him, and asked Him, “Good Teacher, what shall I do that I may inherit eternal life?” 18 So Jesus said to him, “Why do you call Me good? No one is good but One, that is, God. ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

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    Hey, Can You Do Me A Favor? Series

    Contributed by Thomas Swope on Oct 4, 2012
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     | 7,268 views

    A study of the Gospel of Mark 10: 32 – 45

    Mark 10: 32 – 45 Hey, Can You Do Me A Favor? 32 Now they were on the road, going up to Jerusalem, and Jesus was going before them; and they were amazed. And as they followed they were afraid. Then He took the twelve aside again and began to tell them the things that would happen to Him: 33 ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

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    So, What’s In It For Me? Series

    Contributed by Thomas Swope on Nov 15, 2012
     | 6,313 views

    a study of the Gospel of Luke 18:24-30

    Luke 18:24-30 So, What’s In It For Me? “24 And when Jesus saw that he became very sorrowful, He said, “How hard it is for those who have riches to enter the kingdom of God! 25 For it is easier for a camel to go through the eye of a needle than for a rich man to enter the kingdom ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

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    Saved To Serve

    Contributed by Tim Spear on Dec 3, 2012
     | 8,326 views

    Jesus help us to answer the question, "Why am I here?" as He restores Peter.

    Jesus, the God-man: Gospel of John “Saved to Serve” John 21:15-25 Introduction: Several years ago I taught a drama class for a home school group. One of the things I taught them is the actor always needed to know his motivation in a scene. In other words, “Why am I doing what I ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Journey With Christ Series

    Contributed by C. Philip Green on Dec 28, 2012
     | 9,437 views

    If we want to follow Christ, we must recognize our sin, recognize the Son and repent.

    Some time ago (1996), the staff at the Bridger Wilderness Area in the Teton National Forest in Wyoming received the following responses on comment cards from hikers on their trails. These are actual responses! Trails need to be wider so people can walk while holding hands. Trails need to be ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    The Call And Compassion Of Jesus

    Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Mar 14, 2020
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     | 4,751 views

    Jesus calls sinners, heals the sick and raises the dead.

    THE CALL AND COMPASSION OF JESUS. Matthew 9:9-13; Matthew 9:18-26. 1. The Call of Matthew (Matthew 9:9-13) Wherever we live, under whatever regime, tax collectors are unpopular. It was no different in first century Israel, where Matthew’s trade involved collaboration with the Romans, and ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Cheap Talk And Lame Excuses

    Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jun 30, 2019
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    Should we forget everything to follow Him, or is it a question of priority? What priority does God have in our lives? Let’s learn about excuses in Luke 9:51-62.

    Should we forget everything to follow Him, or is it a question of priority? What priority does God have in our lives? Let’s learn about excuses in Luke 9:51-62. Denying Jesus in Others Luke 9:46 Then his disciples began arguing about which of them was the greatest. 47 But Jesus knew their ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Way Of Jesus - Marker # 7 - I Am Participating In A Community Of Followers Of Jesus On Mission In The World. Series

    Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Oct 21, 2018
     | 2,973 views

    This is the last in a series on The Way of Jesus, a template for following in the steps of our God and Saviour Jesus Christ. This message focusses on the community of the beloved, the church, as it participates in the

    Way of Jesus Mark # 7 - October 21, 2018 This are notes, a detailed outline of this sermon. Intro: Did you ever win a participation award when you were young? When I was a boy they didn’t have those. They had these instead (meme of bruised arm) I think participation trophies started ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Are You A Sell-Out Or Are You Sold-Out?

    Contributed by Rick Boyne on Feb 6, 2019
     | 5,973 views

    We should be sold-out followers of Jesus Christ!

    Are You a Sell-Out or Are You Sold-Out? February 3, 2019 Morning Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: We should be sold-out followers of Jesus Christ! Focus Passage: Matthew 4:18-22 Supplemental Passage: Or do you not know that your body is a temple of the Holy ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Is Jesus Grumpy?

    Contributed by Fr. Rian Adams on Jul 3, 2019
     | 3,067 views

    Those who wanted to follow Christ were told to follow him and not even burry their dead. This sermon explores how Jesus called to deeper discipleship.

    Grumpy Jesus: Feelings and Focus Have you ever been grumpy? I don't mean mere frustration; I mean, have you ever been in a place where no one could do anything right? Maybe you haven’t, but I bet you can notice it in other people. That sounds a lot like Jesus in Today's Gospel reading. ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal

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    Loss Is Gain Series

    Contributed by Christopher Benfield on May 7, 2018
    based on 2 ratings
     | 23,233 views

    While serving the Lord and walking with Him, we learn a great paradox - genuine gain often comes through loss. We must lose certain things in order to gain what the Lord desires for us.

    Loss is Gain Matthew 16: 24-26 1 Tim.6:6-7 – But godliness with contentment is great gain. [7] For we brought nothing into this world, and it is certain we can carry nothing out. Many in our world today are fixated on material wealth and social status in this life. The majority of their energy is ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Flesh Is Willing

    Contributed by G W Bill Elliott Jr on Nov 21, 2019
     | 3,868 views

    Wait… the title of this story is “The Flesh is Willing”, yet this scripture claims it is weak… and it was Jesus who actually said it… so, that must be right! See… the flesh is very willing to do things, to get involved, to perform or get into action… to a fault.

    Matthew 26:41 Watch and pray, that ye enter not into temptation: the spirit indeed is willing, but the flesh is weak. Wait… the title of this story is “The Flesh is Willing”, yet this scripture claims it is weak… and it was Jesus who actually said it… so, that must be right! No, I am not trying ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Jesus Begins His School Of Discipleship

    Contributed by Howard Gunter on Jan 14, 2020
    based on 4 ratings
     | 10,207 views

    Jesus begins His ministry with building a team of disciples.

    Message/Devotion January 19, 2020 Matthew 4:12-23 Jesus, Begins His School of Discipleship The Reading Jesus Begins His Galilean Ministry Now when Jesus heard that John had been put in prison, He departed to Galilee. And leaving Nazareth, He came and dwelt in Capernaum, which is by the sea, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Those Who Know God, Must Obey God Series

    Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Jun 22, 2015
     | 5,737 views

    “Whoever says, “I know him,” but does not do what he commands is a liar … AND the truth is not in that person.” John's words cause a POWERFUL examination in our lives that if we are truly followers of Christ, we MUST obey what He commands.

    Those who know God, must obey God 1 John Bible Study, Part 3 1 John 2:1-6 Introduction - Last week, John gave us tremendous insight into living fully for Christ -- In his words we saw three specific applications for us to live by • If we live in the dark, God does not live within us ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational