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  • Craig Condon avatar

    The Bread Of Life

    Contributed by Craig Condon on Feb 4, 2015
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     | 10,456 views

    Most important; however, is the need to be thankful for the spiritual food and the blessings it brings. We must always allow these blessings to draw us closer to God in faith, hope and love.

    When I was doing the research for my homily, I came across a story that I think fits in quite well with this morning's Gospel reading, so I'd like to share it with you. It might also serve as a warning to those of us who preach sermons! An elderly minister was searching in his closet for his ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

  • Paul George avatar

    From The Wilderness To The Temple

    Contributed by Paul George on Dec 30, 2003
    based on 6 ratings
     | 4,519 views

    In the testing of Jesus the devil’s goal was to get Jesus to question His son ship and distrust His Father’s love.

    From the Wilderness to the Temple Matthew 4:3-7 In the testing of Jesus the devil’s goal was to get Jesus to question His son ship and distrust His Father’s love. He wanted Jesus to follow the course Israel had taken throughout their history. Satan wanted Jesus to immediately satisfy His hunger. ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

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    Children Of The Light

    Contributed by J. Yeargin on Feb 17, 2003
    based on 19 ratings
     | 5,645 views

    Until you get to heaven, you will never fully understand and comprehend what Jesus did for you by saving your soul.

    CHILDREN OF THE LIGHT With “Thanksgiving”, we know that every Christian is blessed – 1. Salvation and forgiveness 2. Deliverance from the darkness of sin and disbelief 3. Given hope for tomorrow and an eternity with the Lord 4. Strength for living each new day The Bible tells us that we haven’t ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Just Do It!

    Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Jun 30, 2005
    based on 16 ratings
     | 4,002 views

    John 2:1-11 and Isaiah 62:1-5 are woven together to encourage the Christian to get on with living the Christian life.

    Just Do It! John 2:1-11 / Isaiah 62:1-5 Intro: Ever have one of those days when everything went wrong? Why me? I’m here God; did You forget me? I. Wedding feast in eastern society - 7 days or more - new guests arriving daily. A. Jesus arrives with 5 more uninvited guests - possibly why ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Dale Pilgrim avatar

    What Does Father Mean To You? Series

    Contributed by Dale Pilgrim on Jun 17, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,190 views

    Father conjures up wonderful memories for many and dreadful realities for others. Let’s get to the heart of Fatherhood God style!

    Intro Play DVD - Fatherhood (MediaShout.com) •Wishing everyone a Happy Father’s Day is risky and sometimes out of place it seems – images of Father conjure up different images drawing different reactions by various people. •Before this message is finished I am hoping everyone here will leave ...read more

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    Denomination: Salvation Army

  • David Asch avatar

    More Than You Ask For Series

    Contributed by David Asch on Jan 10, 2005
    based on 20 ratings
     | 7,294 views

    In this sermon we will see if we ever get more than we ask for from God, and how we should react.

    MORE THAN YOU ASK FOR Mark 7:31-37 INTRO: Once at a fast-food restaurant, I took my burger back up to the counter, pointed to the picture on the overhead menu, and asked, Can I have one that looks like that?” The one I had was smushed, smudged, and generally unappealing. At those places, I always ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • C Jordan avatar

    God Encounters #1: Jesus The Saviour Series

    Contributed by C Jordan on Aug 3, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 12,284 views

    Over the next four weeks, we are going to study the person of Jesus, and discover what the Foursquare Gospel is all about... The goal is not just to learn facts, but to get to know Him more:

    CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE GOD KIND #1 – JESUS THE SAVIOUR OPENING: Great Truths from Small Children · No matter how hard you try, you can’t baptize cats. · When your mom is mad at your dad, don’t let her brush your hair. · You can’t trust dogs to watch your food. · You can’t hide a piece of ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    To Be In The Presence Of Jesus; The Fundamental Part Of Christianity

    Contributed by Gordon Mcculloch on Jan 19, 2015
     | 5,354 views

    To be in the presence of Jesus is all we need. Yet simple message gets so distorted and confused. People need to return to what is important and that is Jesus. This sermon explains why. Read and enjoy!

    This sermon was delivered to St Oswald’s in Maybole, Ayrshire, Scotland on the 18th January 2015 (a Scottish Episcopal Church in the Dioceses of Glasgow and Dumfries). Welcome Today we shall return to our Gospel readings and the theme for today is to meet with, or be in the presence of ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal

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    If You Want To Walk On Water, You Gotta Get Out Of The Boat! Series

    Contributed by The Rev Deniray Mueller on Aug 16, 2017
    based on 3 ratings
     | 18,768 views

    you must take a risk to follow Jesus; Charlottesville VA

    Matthew 14:22-33 May the words of my mouth and the meditations of our hearts be acceptable to you and call us to action, our Creator and Sustainer. In today’s gospel of Matthew it was pointed out that the wind was very strong and the waves were very high, but Peter did not notice them at first. ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal

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    Looking Forward To Eternity

    Contributed by Derek Geldart on Feb 19, 2018
    based on 3 ratings
     | 10,283 views

    The Day of the Lord is coming! While we do not know the day or hour, the signs of the times are showing that we are getting closer to the return of our Savior. Will you be found doing the Lord's will?

    Looking Forward to Eternity 2 Peter 3:1-13 Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/?page_id=3567 Christians, are you looking forward to spending an eternity with Jesus? Even in the absence of the signs of severe famines and wars (Matthew 24:7) here in North America, has not seeing a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Scott Turansky avatar

    4 Components For Deep, Significant Relationships - Philippians 2:2 Series

    Contributed by Scott Turansky on Feb 11, 2022
     | 1,544 views

    The closer we get to the Lord, the easier it is to love all the different people around us. God wants us to be able to move forward with unity, even though we have diversity.

    I smile, as you probably do too, whenever you see that science confirms something we already know in the Bible. Right? Or archaeology comes up with this discovery that this historical place actually was there, which the Bible talks about. Or when it comes to mental health, we know that the Bible ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Peter Toy avatar

    Don't Get Sidetracked Series

    Contributed by Peter Toy on Feb 13, 2019
     | 10,812 views

    A life without a mission is a life without meaning. First sermon in a series on the Book of Haggai.

    Don't Get Sidetracked -- Haggai 1:1-11 A life without a mission is a life without meaning. Fritz Kreisler was one of the most famous violin masters of his or any other day, and regarded as one of the greatest violinists of all time, he was known for his sweet tone and expressive phrasing. To ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Mark Lennon avatar

    Why Is Jesus Christ The Only Way Of Salvation?

    Contributed by Mark Lennon on Jan 24, 2003
    based on 34 ratings
     | 6,748 views

    In a world that tells you there are so many differant ways to get to heaven, how can we know that Jesus is the only way to heaven?

    Why Is Jesus Christ the Only Way of Salvation? Galatians 1:6-9 The first attack on this subject will usually be the Holy Scriptures. People will tell you that it is old and out dated and it cant apply to our lives today. If you destroy the Holy Scriptures or even if you say that one thing is ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Rick Crandall avatar

    The Divine Difference Jesus Can Make

    Contributed by Rick Crandall on Mar 4, 2017
     | 10,638 views

    Jesus gives us: 1. a new desire (vs. 46-47). 2. a new determination (vs. 48). 3. a new dimension (vs. 49-52a). 4. a new direction (vs. 52b).

    The Divine Difference Jesus Can Make Mark 10:46-52 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - Jan. 22, 2017 *This week, I've been thinking about people who have made a difference in my life. My wife has made an infinite difference in my life. Anybody who knows Mary knows what a blessing she ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Bradley Kellum avatar

    Jesus: The Ultimate Example Of Humility Series

    Contributed by Bradley Kellum on Aug 25, 2009
    based on 6 ratings
     | 19,864 views

    Philippians 2:5-11 has been called the greatest text on Christ ever written. Most preachers preach this text doctrinally. But Paul meant us to understand in terms of our personal relationships. See how Jesus’ example helps us get along with others.

    HOW DID JESUS CHRIST EXHIBIT HUMILITY? 1. Jesus Christ exhibited humility in His thinking. "Let this mind be in you which was also in Christ Jesus, who being in the form of God, did not consider it robbery to be equal with God..." - Philippians 2:5-6 (NKJV) Paul says, "let this mind be in ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist