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  • Leighton (Lee) Vary avatar

    Peter's Denials Series

    Contributed by Leighton (Lee) Vary on Oct 18, 2016
     | 9,738 views

    Did Peter deny Christ three times, or did he deny Christ six times?

    Introduction A. This is an unusual message this morning because it is stickily informational 1. At the end you will have to decide of what use this information is B. Let us read a few passages from the gospels 1. First is Matthew 26:34-35 2. Jesus told Peter that he would deny Jesus three ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Cherish Friendship Series

    Contributed by Curry Pikkaart on Jul 16, 2015
     | 6,756 views

    Paul had two good friends who sustained him and strengthened his relationship with the Philippians. They were friends with each other because they were first friends with Jesus. Friendship with Jesus is a beautiful thing.

    “Living A Joy-full Life: Cherish Friendship” Phil. 2:19-30; John 15:9-17 Developing and having good friendships is an important element in living a joy-full life. In the latter verses of Philippians 2 we get a glimpse of the joy such friendships brought to Paul. His friendship with ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Who Let The Dogs Out?

    Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 29, 2022
     | 2,354 views

    Perhaps you are familiar with NBC’s television show called, “Deal or No Deal!” Howie Mandel is the host.

    He puts before the contestants many brief cases that contain certain amounts of money, and many times throughout the program he asks the contestant, “Deal or no Deal?” What this show so often reveals is that many are willing to deal with the host of the program, but they do not always get what ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    La SurditÉ Spirituelle (Spiritual Deafness) - French Series

    Contributed by James Dina on Dec 28, 2021
     | 2,470 views

    Heureux ceux qui ont une oreille que le Seigneur a purifiée, nettoyée et ouverte pour qu'elle puisse entendre l'appel divin ; mais il n'y a aucune bénédiction pour le chrétien dont les oreilles spirituelles ne sont pas actives.

    EPHPHATHA "Et ils lui amènent un sourd qui avait un empêchement à la parole, et ils le supplient de mettre sa main sur lui. Il le prit à l'écart de la foule, lui mit les doigts dans les oreilles, cracha et toucha sa langue, et levant les yeux au ciel, il soupira ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Genuine Expressions Of Love

    Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Feb 11, 2002
    based on 247 ratings
     | 16,982 views

    We all need to give out genuine expressions of love.

    GENUINE EXPRESSIONS OF LOVE II Cor. 6:3-13 INTRO.- Genuine expressions of love. ILL.- A man at work decided to show his wife how much he loved her, and before going home, showered, shaved, put on some choice cologne, and bought her a bouquet of flowers. He went to the front door and knocked. His ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    With Friends Like This

    Contributed by T. Michael Crews on Dec 2, 2006
    based on 9 ratings
     | 10,805 views

    An Exposition of 1 Sam. 20

    With Friends Like This 1 Sam. 20 Pastor Stu Webber relates a story from his youth in 1967. We were at war with Vietnam. And there I was, at the U.S. Army Ranger School at Fort Benning, Georgia. I can still hear the raspy voice of the sergeant: "We are here to save your lives. We’re going to see to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Evidence For Jesus' Resurrection Series

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Mar 24, 2005
    based on 29 ratings
     | 7,350 views

    This sermon examines the evidence for Jesus’ resurrection. There are three evidences: (1) The Empty Tomb, (2) The Resurrection Appearances, and (3) The Transformation of the Disciples.

    Scripture How do you know that Jesus is alive? Christians claim that Jesus is alive. Today, I would like to show you the evidence for Jesus’ resurrection. Let’s read 1 Corinthians 15:1-8, 14-15a, 17: "1 Now, brothers, I want to remind you of the gospel I preached to you, which you received and ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Steve Shepherd avatar

    Making Friends, Keeping Friends, Influencing Friends

    Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Oct 19, 2005
    based on 129 ratings
     | 42,983 views

    What will it take to make friends, keep friends and influence friends for Christ?

    INTRO. – Everyone needs friends. Even a variety of friends. ILL.- Show a variety of shoes. Each shoe is for a different occasion, etc. (running or tennis shoes, casual, dress shoes, fishing shoes, etc.) Likewise, in some ways, we have friends for different areas of our lives. We have casual ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Narnia: Merry Easter (And Happy Christmas)

    Contributed by Todd Anderson on Dec 8, 2005
    based on 10 ratings
     | 3,701 views

    A Christmas Eve or Christmas Day sermon or homily using an extended illustration from "The Lion, The Witch and the Wardrobe" to show how many miss(ed) Christ’s first coming and how we need to be ready for his Second Coming in power.

    Title: Merry Easter! (a Christmas eve or Christmas day homily) While bagging groceries years ago in a supermarket during highschool I found it fun to mess with customers minds and say things like: “Have a Day! And hear them automatically respond: “You Too!” It was especially fun around the ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Too Little, Too Late Series

    Contributed by Victor Yap on Jul 27, 2003
    based on 120 ratings
     | 13,799 views

    Parables of Eternal Life, Part 9 of 9

    TOO LITTLE, TOO LATE (MATT. 25:31-46) Shortly after the Pope had apologized to the nation of Israel for the treatment of Jews by the Catholic Church over the years, Ehud Barak, the leader of Israel, sent back a message to the College of Cardinals. The proposal was for a friendly game of golf to be ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Larry Sarver avatar

    Defining Discipleship Series

    Contributed by Larry Sarver on Aug 15, 2002
    based on 707 ratings
     | 221,164 views

    An expository teaching message on Luke 14:25-35.

    Luke Series #69 June 23, 2002 Title: Defining Discipleship Email: pastorsarver@yahoo.com <mailto:pastorsarver@yahoo.com> Website: www.newlifeinchrist.info <http://www.newlifeinchrist.info> Introduction: Welcome to New Life in Christ. This morning we are continuing in Chapter 14 of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Too Little, Too Late Series

    Contributed by Victor Yap on Dec 22, 2007
     | 3,605 views

    Parables for Seekers, Pt. 10 (Final)

    TOO LITTLE, TOO LATE (MATTHEW 25:31-46) Shortly after the Pope had apologized to the nation of Israel for the treatment of Jews by the Catholic Church over the years, Ehud Barak, the leader of Israel, sent back a message to the College of Cardinals. The proposal was for a friendly game of golf to ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Eugene Morell avatar

    Having 20/20 Vision.

    Contributed by Eugene Morell on Mar 16, 2012
     | 8,692 views

    This sermon asks the question of whether we actually see the world around us with the eyes of Jesus.

    MARK 10: 46-52. 20/20 VISION. The Bible says that Jesus has his face set toward Jerusalem. Calvary and the cross are just a week away. Winning people back to the Lord was very important to Jesus that is why Jesus had paused to win Zaccheus. What I have found interesting is that in the gospel of ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    What Is Jesus Costing You? Part 3 Series

    Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Jan 23, 2010
     | 4,183 views

    The third part of the series focues on the commitment in the boy/girlfriend relationship and how it compares to our relationship with Christ.

    What Is Jesus Costing You? Part 3 Scriptures: Matthew 9:9-13 Introduction: To date we have discussed the first two phases of the establishment of a long-term relationship between a man and a woman which is similar to that of our relationship with Christ. In the first phase there is a time ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Is It A Dream Or Reality Series

    Contributed by Thomas Swope on Aug 27, 2010
    based on 2 ratings
     | 5,596 views

    A study of chapter 5 verses 1 through 16

    Song of Songs 5: 1- 16 Is It A Dream Or Reality 1 I have come to my garden, my sister, my spouse; I have gathered my myrrh with my spice; I have eaten my honeycomb with my honey; I have drunk my wine with my milk. 2 I sleep, but my heart is awake; It is the voice of my beloved! He knocks, ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel