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  • William R. Nabaza avatar

    Peter And Judas

    Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Mar 31, 2014
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     | 5,387 views

    To know the differences and similarities of Peter and Judas

    I. EXORDIUM: Who do you like best? Peter or Judas? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To know the differences and similarities of Peter and Judas IV. TEXT: Matthew 10:2-4 (Amplified Bible) 10:2 Now these are the names of the twelve apostles (special messengers): first, Simon, ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Light To A Dark World Series

    Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Sep 1, 2014
     | 11,530 views

    Jesus, the light of the world, came to give us hope.

    Light To A Dark World Text: Jn. 1:6-13 Introduction 1. Illustration: As Craig T. Kocher in his commentary on our text states, "Christian hope is fundamentally different from optimism. Christian hope locks its steely eyes on the devastation of the world around it, and readily acknowledges that ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Unashamed

    Contributed by John Gullick on Sep 11, 2014
     | 5,613 views

    A sermon that encourages people from Romans 1-16 to be unashamed about Christ and the Gospel.

    Romans 1:16New International Version (NIV) 16 For I am not ashamed of the gospel, because it is the power of God that brings salvation to everyone who believes: first to the Jew, then to the Gentile. There once was a Shearer – All kinds of things had happened to him and one day he found ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Repentance Demanded Series

    Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Sep 15, 2014
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     | 11,771 views

    Jesus here teaches us the urgency of repentance. Death is the common denominator for everyone. Only repentance can bring life to people.

    LUKE 13:1--9 [PARABLES IN LUKE] REPENTANCE DEMANDED [Deuteronomy 13:12-18 / Isaiah 1:15-19] A mixture of thoughts and emotions swept over me when I heard that a plane had crashed near Pittsburgh, killing everyone aboard. I felt numb. So many people were suddenly ushered into eternity. I ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Mark Schaeufele avatar

    The Lamb Of God Series

    Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Oct 9, 2014
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,318 views

    Jesus came to make spiritually healthy.

    The Lamb of God Text: John 1:29-34 Introduction 1. Illustration: Dr. H.A. Ironside once shared a story that was the clearest illustration of the Gospel I have ever heard. He said that he was visiting in South Texas and had the opportunity to visit a sheep ranch. While he was there, he spotted ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    A New Beginning (1) Series

    Contributed by Scott Bayles on Oct 22, 2014
     | 11,235 views

    The first in a series exploring the early chapters of Genesis, this three-point expository sermon highlights on the power of God, the planning of God, and the product of God.

    A New Beginning (Part 1) Scott Bayles, pastor Blooming Grove Christian Church: 4/6/14 Have you ever wished you could have a do-over? I know of a teen-age girl in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho, who wanted one. Police stopped the girl after complaints that a car had been seen doing laps around her ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    Reclaiming Easter: Startled By Christ's Love

    Contributed by David Ferguson on Apr 10, 2014
     | 5,949 views

    People all around us need compassionate ambassadors of Christ’s love. They need Bible verses with skin on!

    Introduction: It’s on this day, that we celebrate the startling love of Jesus from Calvary and the message of hope from the Garden Tomb. Calvary and the empty tomb bring us hope in our darkest hours, hope for life now and life eternal. Jesus did amazing things while He was here on earth. He ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    Easter Sermon - Pierced For A Purpose

    Contributed by Pastor Dre on Apr 14, 2014
    based on 9 ratings
     | 37,123 views

    Here is a Good Friday sermon that I preached and would like to share with you all. You can also use it as a great Resurrection Sunday Sermon.

    Pierced for a Purpose Isaiah 53:1-6 John 19:16-18 This morning I would like to ask you to get a hold of your Bibles and open them up to the book of Isaiah chapter 53 lets read at verse 1 We are going to read 6 verses: 1 - Who has believed our message and to whom has the arm of the LORD been ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Purity Of Heart Series

    Contributed by Keith Foskey on Apr 15, 2014
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,176 views

    Purity of heart is NOT sinless perfection.

    Series: The Sermon on the Mount Title: Purity of Heart Text: Matthew 5:8 INTRODUCTION: When we began our study of the beatitudes some weeks ago, we addressed the question of what it means to be “Blessed”. We noted that blessedness is not just a synonym for “happiness” ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    A Fit Man - A Study Of The Garments Of Aaron - The Linen Coat Series

    Contributed by Philip Harrelson on Apr 30, 2014
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     | 7,171 views

    The significance of Aaron's linen coat and its connection to the NT saint.

    Exodus 28:1-8 KJV And take thou unto thee Aaron thy brother, and his sons with him, from among the children of Israel, that he may minister unto me in the priest's office, even Aaron, Nadab and Abihu, Eleazar and Ithamar, Aaron's sons. [2] And thou shalt make holy garments for Aaron thy brother ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    We Are His Hands

    Contributed by Darrin Fish on May 7, 2014
     | 7,547 views

    We are Jesus ambassadors to others here on this earth. We are His hands and his feet to be a blessing to all those we come in contact with.

    We Are His Hands Michael Jordan is considered by some to be the greatest athlete of all time. • He finished his star-studded career with an incredible performance. • Time was winding down on the NBA championship game. • The Chicago Bulls were down by one basket. • The ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    Don’t Let Your Past Determine Your Future!

    Contributed by John Gaston on May 19, 2014
    based on 4 ratings
     | 52,092 views

    Our past is valuable but can limit us, especially if we have failures. The Word of God reveals 4 reasons you have a great destiny and 4 ways to restart God's plan for your life.

    DON’T LET YOUR PAST DETERMINE YOUR FUTURE! Eccl. 1:9-10; Isa. 43:19; Mk. 9:23 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: BIBLE ILLITERACY 1. As of 2011, Pollsters found that in the Millennial generation (who ranged in age from 18-29) a full third of them had no plans to ever read the Bible. Hopefully that will ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    When Sincere Christians Are Defeated–the Cause And The Remedy

    Contributed by David Leach on May 28, 2014
     | 2,830 views

    These are God’s words not man’s. Categorically they declare that if I receive an abundance of grace and of the gift of righteousness I will reign in life, as in be enabled to overcome life’s difficulties and remain with peace and joy in my heart, walking with God.

    When sincere Christians are defeated–the cause and the remedy If, as a serious “going on with God” Christian, I experience one or more of the following: • A continuing circumstance that often overwhelms me • Acute anxiety over the possibility of certain adverse ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Rev. Matthew Parker avatar

    The Father Heart Of God - The Story Of The Prodigal Son

    Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Jun 15, 2014
    based on 1 rating
     | 38,379 views

    The story of the Prodigal Son: a Journey into the father-heart of God.

    It’s Father’s Day, and I want to spend a little bit of time looking into the Scripture that was just read, the Parable of the Prodigal Son, to see what we can see about the nature of God the Father. We know that Father’s Day is a day of mixed significance to people. For some ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Hold On To The Holy Bible

    Contributed by Rick Crandall on May 25, 2013
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     | 6,213 views

    Keep holding on to the Word of God! 1. Because it is the surest source of truth (vs. 16-19). 2. Because it will be a shining light for your life (vs. 19). 3. Because it came from God's Spirit (vs. 20-21).

    Hold on to the Holy Bible 2 Peter 1:19-21 (Initial reading: vs. 16-21) Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - March 24, 2013 *Robert Leroe asks a good question: "Has the bookmark in your Bible moved lately?" (1) *Verse 19 tells us that we would do well to "take heed" to God's Word. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist