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  • Steve Hanchett avatar

    Turning A Religion Into A Relationship Series

    Contributed by Steve Hanchett on Apr 23, 2001
    based on 84 ratings
     | 8,284 views

    Jesus’ encounter with Nicodemus. Sincere seekers need to be born again.

    “When a Religion Becomes a Relationship” John 3:1-15 Steve Hanchett, pastor Berry Road Baptist Church April 22, 2001 There was a man of the Pharisees named Nicodemus, a ruler of the Jews. The man came to Jesus by night and said to Him, “Rabbi, we know that You are a teacher come from God; for no ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Jesus With A Fallen Woman Series

    Contributed by Jason Cole on Feb 18, 2004
    based on 24 ratings
     | 9,509 views

    How should we respond when we encounter Jesus

    “Encounters with Jesus: A Fallen Woman” Introduction: A lot of times we picture Jesus as an emotionless man that walked on the Earth 2,000 years ago. The more I read about our Lord the more I see quite differently about him. We learn throughout the gospels that he was a man like we are. We ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Legalistically Stubborn Paul Experienced Jesus For His Indwelling Lesson 4 Series

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Nov 13, 2023
     | 850 views

    The most defining experience of your life will be touching/encountering Jesus.

    A. INTRODUCTION: SAUL PERSECUTED CHRISTIANS 1. Saul was a successful failure. He was going to top of the religious ladder. “Paul was better qualified than all the legalists ... the best of all ... born a Jew into the tribe of Benjamin, and circumcised on the eighth day. He spoke Hebrew, kept ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Fourteenth Sunday In Ordinary Time- Year C: Suitable Explanation Of The Gospel

    Contributed by Paul Andrew on Jul 1, 2025
     | 325 views

    An encounter with Jesus Christ through Scripture, prayer, and friendly conversation

    You are among the seventy-two disciples Jesus appointed, and commissioned by your baptism, and confirmation to tell others that Jesus saves. The verb used is “apostle”: He literally “apostled” us into the world. The Church officially teaches in the National Statutes of OCIA that baptized ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

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    Beasts And Angels Series

    Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Feb 15, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,096 views

    In the desert of our souls, we encounter both beasts and angels.

    Beasts and Angels Scripture: Mark 1:12-15 Introduction: In the desert of our souls, we encounter both beasts and angels. Reflection In the hustle and bustle of modern life, finding moments of solitude akin to the desert experience of Jesus can feel like an impossible task. Yet, amidst the ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    Beware Of The Enemy Series

    Contributed by Donald Mcculley on Jun 10, 2019
     | 3,518 views

    Satan is always moving. He is actively encountering the Christian and the church.

    Beware Of The Enemy Ephesians 6:11 Introduction: Satan is always moving. He is actively encountering the Christian and the church. Let’s take a look at this arch-enemy. I. His Structure See Mark 5:9; Eph. 6:11. His schemes refer to his methods. A. He is Multiplied “Legion” is a key word. It ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Andrew And Philip

    Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Jan 17, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,926 views

    Andrew and Philip encountered Jesus and went out and told others

    Sermon Jn 1:35-51 A recent archaeological dig in Israel unearthed this rather interesting papyrus: To: Jesus barJoseph, The Carpenter’s Arms, Nazareth village Galilee; From: The Ebenezer Management Consultants, Jerusalem.... Dear Sir: Thank you for submitting the resumes of the twelve men ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    The Man Who Lived In A Cemetery

    Contributed by Mike Turner on Oct 31, 2003
    based on 44 ratings
     | 21,105 views

    Sermon on the encounter of Christ, and the man who lived among the tombs !

    The Man Who Lived In The Cemetery Mark 5:1-20 As Jesus stepped on shore in the country of Gadarenes, he is immediately met by a man who is totally consumed by darkness. This man is a sad and pitiful picture of a sinful soul now totally posessed of demons. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Are You Thirsty Yet?

    Contributed by Jason Love on Aug 7, 2003
    based on 19 ratings
     | 3,537 views

    This sermon has to do with the encounter Jesus had with the woman at the well.

    1. Times I’ve been thirsty A. When I get up in the morning B. After I exercise C. After I work D. Just setting around watching TV 2. Tell the story of the woman at the well A. Who the woman was 1. Thirsty 2. A Samaritan 3. An adulteress B. Jesus asks for water 1. He shows His ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Crossed Boundaries

    Contributed by Mary Erickson on Mar 17, 2020
     | 4,612 views

    Jesus crossed boundaries to encounter humanity in our deepest need.

    March 15, 2020 Hope Lutheran Church Rev. Mary Erickson John 4:5-42 Crossed Boundaries Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. “How is it that you, a Jew, ask a drink of me, a woman of Samaria?” Jesus had traveled a long distance for ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    The Pharisee’s Encounter With The Saviour: From Religious Ruler To A Righteous Redeemer John 3:1-8

    Contributed by Dotun Jegede on Jun 7, 2020
     | 2,563 views

    The word "Pharisee" means a separatist in the Hebrew language. The Pharisees were a social movement and a school of thought in the Holy Land during the ... 100 CE), believed by many historians to be a Pharisee, estimated the total Pharisee ...

    According to Wikpedia, “The word "Pharisee" means a separatist in the Hebrew language. The Pharisees were a social movement and a school of thought in the Holy Land during the ... 100 CE), believed by many historians to be a Pharisee, estimated the total Pharisee ... According to the ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    But God

    Contributed by Lacy Scott on Aug 24, 2005
    based on 156 ratings
     | 168,557 views

    Satan had done so many things to us that are meant for bad, “But God” means it for good!

    “BUT, GOD”! Gen 37:22-27 & 50:20 Brothers and sisters, each of us have encountered situations where we just felt like throwing in the towel. We felt like the whole world was against us. We felt like no matter what we did things would turn out bad. We’ve often said to ourselves, “No matter what I ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Loving Service

    Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Jun 20, 2020
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,151 views

    Do we have experience in encountering Jesus that led to service?

    Reflection And when Jesus was come into Peter's house, he saw his wife's mother lying, and sick of a fever; And he touched her hand, and the fever left her, and she arose and ministered to them (Mathew 8:14-15). Jesus did not come to Peter’s house himself. He was forced to come. Who did ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    Live By God’s Promise! Series

    Contributed by Brad Beaman on May 24, 2022
     | 2,497 views

    The story of Hagar and the birth of Ishmael teaches us about what happens when we stop waiting on God. Our man-made plans will go astray. We need to seek God in all that we do.

    Time flies when you are having fun. Time does not fly when you are waiting on God’s promise. When you are waiting on God weeks can seem like years. Waiting on God can be one of the most challenging times. The temptation to step in and take control of the circumstances is great. It also causes ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Weight Of God’s Word PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 25, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,742 views

    Explore the power and transformative nature of God's Word, and our responsibility and privilege in carrying and sharing it with others.

    Good morning, church family! Today, we've got a special treat for you all. We're diving into the first verses of the Gospel of John, taking a closer look at the Word of God, and how it's our responsibility and privilege to carry and share it. As John Stott once said, "We must allow the Word of God ...read more

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