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  • Freddy Fritz avatar

    Jesus And Beelzebul Series

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Aug 8, 2014
    based on 3 ratings
     | 18,690 views

    The analysis of the source of Jesus' power in Luke 11:14-26 teaches us that Jesus works by God's authority.

    Scripture Jesus encountered conflict on his way from Galilee to Jerusalem. The conflict that Luke described in Luke 11:14-26 is about the source of Jesus’ power. People wondered whether Jesus was working by the power of God or by the power of Satan. Let’s read about Jesus and ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    What Happens When Jesus Comes To Town? Mark 1:21-34

    Contributed by James Lee on Nov 22, 2013
    based on 2 ratings
     | 12,691 views

    Much of this message has remained as Dave McFadden wrote it. Thanks for the awesome message.Many say how much they want to see revival happen in our community. But do they really?

    Jesus had been teaching in and around Capernaum for several weeks, using Capernaum as His “base of operation,” if you will. As a result of His ministry, the entire city of Capernaum was transformed by the power of Christ… Many say how much they want to see revival happen in our ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Disposition For Position-1

    Contributed by Byron Sherman on Apr 8, 2014
     | 4,049 views

    1 of 2. Jesus characterized the disposition needed for holding position & power in Jesus’ disciples. But what is the proper disposition? Position & power in Jesus’ disciples is tied to our...

    The DISPOSITION For POSITION-I—Mark 10:35-45 Attention: A Better Solution When NASA first started sending up astronauts, they quickly discovered that ballpoint pens would not work in 0 gravity. To combat this problem, NASA scientists spent a decade & billions of dollars developing a pen that ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    How To Be Blessed Beyond Measure

    Contributed by Bruce Ball on Oct 17, 2014
    based on 5 ratings
     | 22,265 views

    This message explains why we do not have blessings or joy in our lives and how we go about getting those blessings from God. To do so, we use the passage found in PSALM 1:1-6 as our main authority.

    My father used to tell us boys that everyone has someone who is in authority over them. He said that every soldier has a sergeant; every worker has a foreman; and then with a wink, he would add, “And every husband has a wife.” And even though he was joking when he said that, he ...read more

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    The Good Tree - Centurion

    Contributed by Martin Ellgar on Dec 5, 2014
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,400 views

    A perspective on Luke 7: 1-10. The text is primarily dealing with the theme of discipleship that is, how to live a good live according to Jesus. The centurion is a clear example of such a life; he is like a fruitful tree within his community.

    Luke 7: 1-10 The Good Tree – Centurion The life of the centurion portrayed in the Gospel text clearly demonstrates the core teaching of Jesus. The text is primarily dealing with the theme of discipleship that is, how to live a good live according to Jesus. The centurion is a clear example of ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    The Whole Good News Series

    Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Jan 7, 2016
     | 5,714 views

    Jesus heals a man with an unclean spirit, Peter's mother-in-law, and a leper.

    Mark 1:21-45 “The Whole Good News” INTRODUCTION What would be some of the greatest headlines that you’d like to read in 2016? • ISIS Defeated! • Surprise Resident Wins Powerball Lottery • War On Poverty Won! For the writer of the gospel of Mark the ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    The Deal Breaker

    Contributed by Sherm Nichols on Sep 1, 2015
     | 3,567 views

    Easter Sermon - The resurrection of Jesus, or the lack of it, is a deal breaker when it comes to accepting the authority of Jesus

    If you’re in the market – for anything – there’s a list of conditions called “deal breakers.” Everything else might be right, but if one of those conditions is present, forget it. If it’s a house, it might be something like pet odors, or a bad location, ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    "Let's Get This Party Started"

    Contributed by Ken Sauer on Jun 2, 2011
    based on 8 ratings
     | 7,435 views

    A sermon about reaching out to the world in the name of Christ.

    Matthew 8:1-4 “Let’s Get This Party Started” By: Ken Sauer, Pastor of East Ridge United Methodist Church, Chattanooga, TN eastridgeumc.org “Who’s in charge here?” The policeman suddenly appeared in the doorway, and everyone stood still. It had ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Where Jesus Went For Wisdom

    Contributed by Jon Mackinney on Jun 16, 2011
     | 2,271 views

    In another of the confrontations Jesus had with the religious leaders of His day, it is instructive to see where He went for His authority. He amazed the crowds with His responses, but we have the same basis for authority that He exercised.

    Passage: Matthew 22:23-33 Intro: Christians have been portrayed down thru the years as “Bible-thumpers”. Il) there is an “I hate Bible- Thumpers” page on Facebook. 1. in many ways, it is a compliment. 2. means that we draw our authority, our wisdom, from the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    The Great Announcment

    Contributed by Isaac Butterworth on Jun 17, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,660 views

    If you yield to Christ your meager realm – if you fly the white flag of surrender over the dominion of your heart – your life will become yours in a way you never dreamed.

    First Presbyterian Church Wichita Falls, Texas June 19, 2011 THE GREAT ANNOUNCEMENT Isaac Butterworth Matthew 28:16-20 (NIV) 16 Then the eleven disciples went to Galilee, to the mountain where Jesus had told them to go. 17 When they saw him, they worshiped him; but some doubted. 18 Then ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Commissioned

    Contributed by Jason Bonnicksen on Jun 20, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,450 views

    As Christians, we derive our authority directly from Jesus Christ, the universe's highest, sovereign power, and as such, he's charging us to reaffirm our commission to fulfill our duties and responsibilities to go out and make disciples of all nations.

    INTRO In just a bit, we’re going turn in our bibles to the Gospel according to Matthew 28, and look at VV 16–20. Specifically, we’re going to see why this portion of scripture is called “The Great Commission,” what that meant for the disciples, and what that means ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Another Long Sermon

    Contributed by Howard Strickland on Sep 7, 2010
    based on 2 ratings
     | 4,473 views

    Sunday, the day the church gathered for worship, because it was the day of Christ’s resurrection. The writings of the early church Fathers confirm that the church continued to meet on Sunday after the close of the NT period. Scripture does not require Chr

    Another Long Sermon Text: Acts 20:7-12NLT On the first day of the week, we gathered with the local believers to share in the Lord’s Supper. Paul was preaching to them, and since he was leaving the next day, he kept talking until midnight. 8 The upstairs room where we met was lighted with ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Jerry Shirley avatar

    Experience The Word

    Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Sep 8, 2010
    based on 51 ratings
     | 8,951 views

    Which is more important - doctrine, or experience? The WORD is our authority, but shouldn't our experience corroborate the truth? Link inc. to formatted text, audio, PowerPoint.

    Experience the Word Galatians 3:1-5 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/ExperienceTheWord.html Paul now goes back to the experience of the Galatians. How were they saved? Were they saved by law or were they saved by faith in Jesus Christ? O foolish Galatians, who hath bewitched you, that ye should ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • William D. Brown avatar

    Rev. # 69~20:1- The Millennium Series

    Contributed by William D. Brown on Sep 13, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,637 views

    Well today we’ll talk a little about the 1000-year reign of Jesus Christ, there’s much in the O.T. about His Kingdom reign. Listen as I read just a few places in the O.T.

    Rev. # 69~20:1- THE MILLENNIUM 9-4-10 Well today we’ll talk a little about the 1000-year reign of Jesus Christ, there’s much in the O.T. about His Kingdom reign. Listen as I read just a few places in the O.T. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Rev. # 65~19:1- Praises From Heaven Series

    Contributed by William D. Brown on Sep 18, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,074 views

    At this point in our study of the Revelation of Jesus Christ, let us be aware that the 7- year Tribulation is coming to a close with the Lords return and the Battle of Armageddon.

    Rev. # 65~19:1- PRAISES FROM HEAVEN 7-31-10 At this point in our study of the Revelation of Jesus Christ, let us be aware that the 7- year Tribulation is coming to a close with the Lords return and the Battle of Armageddon. The Old ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist