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  • Christopher Holdsworth avatar

    Ye Are Complete In Him

    Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Jul 13, 2013
    based on 6 ratings
     | 13,943 views

    An exhortation and three warnings frame what might be another Christ hymn.

    YE ARE COMPLETE IN HIM. Colossians 2:6-19. I. The Apostle Paul is concerned that the Colossians should not be “beguiled with enticing words” - or “deluded with beguiling speech” (Colossians 2:4). Our enemy is subtle as a serpent, and would lure away even ‘the very elect, if that were possible’ ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Delight In God's Word Series

    Contributed by Paul Clemente on Sep 5, 2017
     | 4,336 views

    Jesus took the challenges and turned them into opportunities to encourage people to believe in God!

    Please open your Bibles to Mark 12…… Take a quick look again at v12…… Eventually, Jesus was crucified on a cross, but sadly, many missed the point of Jesus being a sacrifice for man’s sin as planned by God. I pray that all of you never miss the point of why Jesus died. This is one of the reasons ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Brought To Life; Brought Together

    Contributed by David Taylor on Oct 22, 2024
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    Paul continues the theme of God’s initiative in salvation.

    Brought to Life; Brought Together From Death to Life Ephesians 2:1-7 November 24, 2019 David Taylor We are in our series, Brought to Life; Brought Together, from the New Testament letter Ephesians, looking at chapter two today so if you have your bibles, turn to Ephesians 2:1-7. Paul continues ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Brought To Life; Brought Together

    Contributed by David Taylor on Sep 3, 2024
     | 374 views

    Paul continues the theme of God’s initiative in salvation.

    We are in our series, Brought to Life; Brought Together, from the New Testament letter Ephesians, looking at chapter two today so if you have your bibles, turn to Ephesians 2:1-7. Paul continues the theme of God’s initiative in salvation. He does by painting a bleak picture of the human ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Why This, Why Now?

    Contributed by Abraham Lavoi on Sep 13, 2001
    based on 34 ratings
     | 3,440 views

    A sermon of explanation for the events of terrorism which took place Sept. 11, 2001.

    Why This, Why Now? Matthew 24:4 "And Jesus answered and said unto them, Take heed that no man deceive you." I. Misinterpretations American Airlines flight 11 – 81 pass. 11 crew – North Tower United Airlines flight 175 – 56 pass. 9 crew – South Tower American Airlines flight 77 – 58 pass. 6 ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Marilyn Murphree avatar

    "Thankfulness Moves Us To Action"

    Contributed by Marilyn Murphree on Oct 20, 2005
    based on 5 ratings
     | 2,685 views

    God initiates our salvation for a purpose. What is that purpose?

    Iliff and Saltillo UM Churches October 23, 2005 Dr. Marilyn S. Murphree “Thankfulness Moves Us to Action” Ephesians 2:8-10 INTRODUCTION: If you were found lying along the side of the road dead, WHY would you go to heaven? You have probably heard people say about someone, “I know he will get to ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    The Kingdom Remaining Series

    Contributed by Paul Clemente on Jan 31, 2011
     | 4,764 views

    God brought and took kingdoms but the final Kingdom, which is superior to all other kingdoms and is eternal, is here and now!

    Last week we learned from the beginning of Daniel Chapter 2 that Daniel, a strong Believer of God, almost got killed because of the unbelief in God of others. From Daniel 2:1-28, we noted that Daniel did the following in response to his predicament: 1. he prayed (Daniel was a man of prayer) 2. ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    God’s Protection Series

    Contributed by Brad Beaman on Jul 24, 2023
     | 4,059 views

    The devil took this passage to entice Jesus to jump off the pinnacle. The devil used or misused this text as though it provides unconditional security in any and every circumstance. Jesus own experience shows that even faithful ones suffer, have emotional anguish and physical pain.

    The theme of this Psalm is God’s protection. There is a sense that Psalm 91 stands alone from all other passages of the Bible. It contains the only passage of the Bible quoted by the devil. Scripture teaches us that God protects those who love him and will help them in their trouble. The devil ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    God's Grand Opening Series

    Contributed by Byron Harvey on Nov 23, 2007
    based on 6 ratings
     | 8,011 views

    I preach expository messages, and this is the nineteenth in my series on the Book of Acts.

    “God’s Grand Opening” Acts 10:34-48 September 16, 2007 It came to be known as “Black Sunday”. Following a 15-day heat wave, the thermometer on that July day registered 110 degrees. The asphalt, laid only the night before, was still steaming, and thus the ladies who came attired in high ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    Forcing God’s Hand

    Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Feb 26, 2022
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,866 views

    This message looks at the account of someone who was given a promise by God that he would receive a great blessing. But he, along with his wife, took matters into their own hands, and tried to get ahead of God, leading to strife.

    In our message this morning we’re going to focus on how we need to have patience when following the Lord. Hebrews is a book of the Bible that frequently talks about following God in faith, and we read that those who are patient will be able to “inherit the promises” (Hebrews 6:12). In Hebrews ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The God Who Calls Things Into Being Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Aug 21, 2025
     | 144 views

    God, by the power of His word, brings into existence what is not, transforming the invisible into the visible.

    THE GOD WHO CALLS THINGS INTO BEING By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Romans 4:17 As it is written, I have made thee a father of many nations,) before him whom he believed, even God, who quickeneth the dead, and calleth those things which be not as though they were.” (Romans 4:17) Supporting ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    What Has God Done For You Lately?

    Contributed by Monty Newton on Jan 1, 2009
    based on 10 ratings
     | 15,401 views

    God is the initiator of mercy and grace in our lives, and so much so that all we can do is respond with heartfelt gratitude and praise.

    Title: What Has God Done For You Lately? Text: Ephesians 1:3-14 The Big Idea: God is the initiator of mercy and grace in our lives and so much so that all we can do is respond with heartfelt praise. Introduction: My son and son-in-law and I watched the Bronco game against San Diego on Sunday… ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Divine Shift By God's Mercy

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 26, 2025
     | 700 views

    When God releases His mercy upon a life, everything changes. Mercy initiates divine shifts that reposition a person for greatness.

    DIVINE SHIFT BY GOD'S MERCY By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Romans 9:15-16 Supporting Texts: Lamentations 3:22–23, Psalm 102:13, 1 Samuel 2:8, Genesis 41:41-44, Esther 2:17 INTRODUCTION: There are moments in life when progress is not determined by effort, qualifications, or ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Jerry Cosper avatar

    A Call To Help

    Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Jan 9, 2014
     | 5,852 views

    These verses show how Paul took Timothy under his care to develop and grow him.

    AUG 11 2013PM A Call to Help Acts 16:1-16:11 Paul and Barnabas have parted ways since they couldn’t agree on whether to include Mark on the 2nd missionary journey. The disagreement was so sharp that Barnabas took Mark and went his way, while Paul took Silas with him to start his 2nd ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Gary Regazzoli avatar

    89. The Love Of The Father Series

    Contributed by Gary Regazzoli on Nov 18, 2018
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,017 views

    It is the love of the Father that has initiated this whole process of creating a holy people within whom He can come and dwell

    89. IN GOD'S IMAGE - THE LOVE OF THE FATHER This message is part of a series of 90 sermons based on the title, “In God’s Image – God’s Purpose for humanity.” This series of free sermons or the equivalent free book format is designed to take the reader through an amazing process beginning with ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church