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  • steve kinnard avatar

    The Real Thing

    Contributed by Steve Kinnard on Feb 6, 2019
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    ARE YOU REAL?

    The Real Thing (Psalms 92:7-14) Intro: Are you a Palm tree or are you a Thorn bush A thorn bush is just an imitation of a tree Are you the Real Thing or just an imitation? Thorns Jesus' crown of thorns has led to two shrubs known as christthorn (Ziziphus spina-christ, Paliurus ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Jesus And The Woman Taken In Adultery: One Who Excuses Himself, Accuses Himself.

    Contributed by Paul Andrew on Mar 11, 2019
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    Fifth Sunday of Lent – Year C Readings

    A rusty old shield one day prayed, “O sun, illumine me"; and the sun answered, “First, polish yourself." Jesus told them, “Let the one among you who is without sin be the first to throw a stone at her.” Apparently, each of the Pharisees was weighing in his mind the risk of pursuing his ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

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    To Live Is Christ Means What?

    Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Jan 31, 2017
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    What does it mean TO LIVE IS CHRIST? What does it mean to you?

    In Philippians 1:21, Paul said, “For to me, to live is Christ and to die is gain.” Have you ever thought about that statement? What does it mean TO LIVE IS CHRIST? What does it mean to you? Now if we look at the whole verse we can see that Paul is talking about staying here and completely God’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Resurrection, The Basis Of Christianity Series

    Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Mar 28, 2018
     | 4,023 views

    Let’s rediscover the hope of the resurrection and how it applies to us.

    Prelude The modern liberal idea that the resurrection never occurred is not new. Paul’s purpose in writing to the Corinthians was to remind them that the resurrection is the basis of Christianity. Purpose: Let’s rediscover the hope of the resurrection. Plan: Let’s read John 20:1-18 and springboard ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Heaven ‘’home, Sweethome’’ Of The Children Of God

    Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on Oct 26, 2011
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    Just think Gods home will be our home.

    HEAVEN ‘’HOME, SWEETHOME’’ OF THE CHILDREN OF GOD Col.1: 3We give thanks to God and the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, praying always for you, 4Since we heard of your faith in Christ Jesus, and of the love which ye have to all the saints, 5For ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Mother’s Day History

    Contributed by Dr. William D. Poovey on Apr 23, 2015
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    Mother’s Day History.....This is just a short study, fact or fiction, you decide...

    Mother’s Day History Matthew 12:48 (KJV) 48 But he answered and said unto him that told him, Who is my mother? and who are my brethren? The clearest modern precedent for Mother’s Day is the early Christian festival known as “Mothering Sunday.” This celebration fell on ...read more

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    Denomination: Foursquare

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    War And Witness And/For God's Glory Series

    Contributed by David Taylor on Feb 6, 2014
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    Living on Mission in a Foreign Land War and Witness and/For God's Glory

    Living on Mission in a Foreign Land War and Witness and/For God's Glory 1 Peter 2:9-12 David Taylor We finished our first mini series in 1 Peter, “Foreigners in a Foreign Land.” Today we start our second mini series, “Living on Mission in a Foreign Land,” 2.11-4.11. ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    From The Party At Bethany To The Peace At Ephraim

    Contributed by Mark Aarssen on Mar 3, 2014
     | 7,411 views

    When was the last time that you connected the dots and realized that you’re being here today is because of what Jesus did on the cross for you? How have you expressed your gratitude and praise?

    From the party at Bethany to the peace at Ephraim Matthew 26:6-13 Mark 14:3-9 John 12:1-11 After Jesus raised Lazarus to life the village of Bethany went ballistic. A man named Simon the Leper threw a party in honor of Jesus with Lazarus at the head table. I think we can assume that Simon the ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    The Study Of “the Judgment, Heaven, And Hell” Series

    Contributed by Dr. William D. Poovey on Jul 20, 2015
     | 6,827 views

    The Study Of “The Judgment, Heaven, And Hell”

    The Study Of “The Judgment, Heaven, And Hell” Hebrews 9:27 (KJV) 27 And as it is appointed unto men once to die, but after this the judgment: The day of judgment is coming! God will judge the world. He has appointed His Son, Jesus Christ, to be the judge. "God . . . commands all ...read more

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    Denomination: Foursquare

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    The Best Life Has To Offer

    Contributed by Jody Vansickle on Oct 23, 2015
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     | 6,326 views

    This was inspired by a sermon outline by Russell E. Spray that he published in his book; "Simple Outlines on the Christian Faith." (1977 Baker Book House).

    THE BEST LIFE HAS TO OFFER: Psalm 37:1-8 I saw a statement the other day that said, “I’m having a rough day. What I need is a hug ~ and a check for two million dollars.” • So often we are taught that somehow we deserve the best that life has to offer. • What if I told ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Patient Endurance

    Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Nov 3, 2015
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    Patient Endurance

    Genesis 40:1-23 Patient Endurance 1. GOD'S PLACE OF SUFFERING Acts 9:16 I will shew ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

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    The House Of The Lord

    Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Nov 4, 2015
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     | 4,584 views

    The House Of The Lord

    Psalm 23 The House Of The Lord 1. A Testimony of Sufficiency. 1: "The Lord is my Shepherd I shall not want." (a) A Glorious Sovereign -a person having supreme rank and power; superior to all others (b) A ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

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    Bringing God Pleasure

    Contributed by Dr. Jonathan Vorce on Feb 20, 2022
     | 3,594 views

    Every day when we get up, we have choices to make. One of those choices is “How will I conduct myself today?” In "Bringing God Pleasure" Pastor Jonathan addresses specific choices we can make that will bring God pleasure throughout the day.

    Launch Verse – Isaiah 46:9-10 INTRODUCTION • The Scriptures talk a lot about what brings pleasure to God. o Every day when we get up, we have choices to make. One of those choices is, “How will I conduct myself today?” • Isaiah 46:9-10 – Remember the former things long past, For I am God, and ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Tell Them Your Testimony

    Contributed by Johnathan Solomon on Feb 25, 2022
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     | 2,464 views

    As we examine Paul speech to the King Agrippa, we discover an outline of four points that all Christians should note when sharing their testimony.

    According to the U.S. News, over 80% of New Year's Resolutions have failed by the weekend. The New Year is for many people a New Beginning People make resolutions with the hope that the New Year will bring positive change. The 10 most common New Year Resolutions are: 1. Spend more time ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Question Before The Crossover Series

    Contributed by Rudolf E. Y. Mensah on Dec 31, 2021
     | 3,405 views

    Get ready to see God turning your impossibilities into possibilities

    Look, the Ark of the Covenant, which belongs to the Lord of the whole earth, will lead you across the Jordan River! Joshua 3:11 NLT THE QUESTION BEFORE THE CROSSOVER As the Israelites prepare to advance toward the promised land, they were faced with the Jordan river. The Jordan river was ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic