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  • Steven Simala Grant avatar

    A Warriors Love Series

    Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on Jul 30, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,968 views

    God is “on the move”. The “LORD of Heaven’s Armies” wants His message shouted out loud, a message that says “My love is passionate and strong.”

    A Warrior’s Love July 13, 2008 Zechariah 1:7-21 Intro: Our view of ourselves and the world around us is, by necessity, quite limited. We are finite creatures, what we know comes from what we have seen and heard, from the things we have been exposed to, from the choices we make about what we ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    It's Only A Test

    Contributed by Wayne Lawson on Oct 5, 2009
    based on 25 ratings
     | 55,981 views

    “All of life is a test.” Life indeed is full of tests, from the Cradle to the Grave, but Life iteslf is the most important test.

    Dr. Wayne A. Lawson Antioch Institutional Baptist Church Oklahoma City, OK 73105 Preached Sunday October 4, 2009 RevWLawson@aol.com TITLE: IT’S ONLY A TEST SCRIPTURE: GENESIS 22:1 / HEBREWS 11:8-11, 17-19 I am not sure that anyone this morning enjoyed taking Tests or Exams during our School ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Final Battle Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Oct 25, 2009
    based on 65 ratings
     | 26,609 views

    When Jesus comes again, it will be in power, and righteousness and judgment. But what does His 2nd coming mean to us, and what part (if any) do we play in it?

    OPEN: Several years ago Johnny Carson had Billy Graham as a guest on his show. At one point there was a lull in the conversation and Johnny said, "You know what Billy, I bet if Jesus ever came back to earth, I bet we’d do him in again!" Billy Graham leaned forward in his seat, and said, "In the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Servant Quarters Series

    Contributed by Thomas Swope on Apr 14, 2010
     | 6,376 views

    A study of chapter 42 verses 1 through 20

    Ezekiel 42: 1 – 20 Servant Quarters “ 1 Then he brought me out into the outer court, by the way toward the north; and he brought me into the chamber which was opposite the separating courtyard, and which was opposite the building toward the north. 2 Facing the length, which was one ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

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    Resurrection Impact: Peter & Thomas The Result Of The Empty Tomb Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Apr 16, 2010
    based on 14 ratings
     | 9,699 views

    Easter is not about celebrating Jesus crucifixion it’s about celebrating Jesus resurrection, our focus is not death it’s life. This sermon looks at the effect of the resurrection on Peter & Thomas and us.

    I want to take us on a journey back in time Back to Easter Sunday. Not last week, I want to take us back a couple of thousand years. I want you to imagine it’s very early on the first Easter Sunday Morning. Can you imagine Jesus followers waking up and remembering what had happened, remembering ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    We Serve A Risen Savior

    Contributed by Daniel Austin on Apr 17, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 9,557 views

    We all need Jesus. We need Him because all of us have sinned and we fall short of the glory of God.

    We Serve a Risen Savior 04/12/09 AM Text: Luke 24:13-35 Introduction These two disciples learned a great deal when they were on the road with Jesus, and if you’ll walk with Jesus, you’ll learn a lot as well. They experienced the full range of human emotions. They had broken hearts, ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Mary Magdalene Series

    Contributed by Jason Miller on Apr 19, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 24,320 views

    Mary Magdalene was the first to see the risen Christ? Why? Why not Peter, why not one of the other disciples? What made Mary so special that she was the first? What can we take away from her life to apply to ours?

    Mary Magdalene John 20:1-18 Easter isn’t about bunnies and eggs and candy, it’s about the death, burial, and resurrection of our Lord Jesus Christ. I wasn’t sure if I’d be able to continue my series on the Lesser known People of the Bible, but as I sat down and started ...read more

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    Denomination: Mennonite

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    The Beginning Of… Pain Series

    Contributed by Glenn Durham on Apr 20, 2010
    based on 6 ratings
     | 5,136 views

    God curses the universe for our rebellion, but in discipline there is hope.

    Scripture Introduction In certain segments of Jewish culture, there is a way of pretending to say something nice, then adding a twist that turns it into a curse. Alan King lists a number of these in his Great Jewish Joke Book: • May you inherit a hotel and die in every room. • May ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Don’t Die Before Your Time

    Contributed by Daniel Olukoya on Apr 22, 2010
    based on 43 ratings
     | 141,555 views

    A lot of people claim they cannot die until their time comes. But what does the Bible say? The Bible makes us to understand that we can lengthen or shorten our lives according to the way we live and the way we believe. That is why any enemy that is not af

    Our message this week is titled, “Don’t die before your time.” A lot of people claim they cannot die until their time comes. But what does the Bible say? The Bible makes us to understand that we can lengthen or shorten our lives according to the way we live and the way we ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    A Messiah Of Invitation Series

    Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Apr 29, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,171 views

    Jesus invitation goes out to everyone, and all who respond to it will be saved.

    A Messiah of Invitation Text: Matthew 11:25-30 Introduction 1. Illustration: How do you feel about people? A pastor arranged for a gathering of the women’s auxiliary. It was to be a garden party on the church lawn, under the old oak. At the last moment, the morning of the party, Mrs. ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Byron Sherman avatar

    The Security Of Man’s Reclamation-2

    Contributed by Byron Sherman on May 3, 2010
     | 3,300 views

    Part 2 of a 2-part sermon. The writer to the Hebrews disclosed the essence of man’s reclamation. You can have, if you so choose, a sure reclamation. But how? Man’s reclamation is secured thru..

    The SECURITY of Man’s RECLAMATION-II—Hebrews 2:10-18 The writer to the Hebrews disclosed the means/essence of man’s reclamation. Man’s reclamation is secured by specific means. You can have, if you so choose, a sure reclamation. How is man’s reclamation secured? Man’s reclamation is secure ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Friendship Excelling In Love: A Case Study Of Jonathan And David

    Contributed by Gregg Bitter on May 4, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 13,466 views

    David & Jonathan illustrate key traits of friendship. But this is more than a how-to lesson on friendship. Their friendship reflects the Friend who sticks closer than a brother. (A) The characteristics of friendship (B) The failures of earthly friendship

    Text: 1 Samuel 20:12-17 Theme: Friendship Excelling in Love: A Case Study of Jonathan and David A. The characteristics of friendship B. The failures of earthly friendship Season: Easter 5c Date: May 2, 2010 Web page: ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Crisis Management Series

    Contributed by Carl Allen on May 5, 2010
    based on 7 ratings
     | 17,890 views

    What Joseph did was to take steps to save the nation. He took steps to bring everything in Egypt under the authority of the throne. You can see this played out in these verses.

    CRISIS MANAGEMENT Genesis 47:13-26 Introduction As I read the story of Joseph, I am convinced that he had his act together. He is a man who knows how to handle himself in all kinds of situations. For the last few weeks, we have been covering the details of Joseph’s relationship with his ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Bill Sullivan avatar

    Sinners At The Table Of Grace

    Contributed by Bill Sullivan on May 10, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,798 views

    An exposition of our need for the grace we can receive at God's Table of Grace - the communion table or the Lord's Supper

    Sinners At The Table of Grace TCF Maundy Thursday Sermon April 1, 2010 It’s easy for us, looking around and seeing all the horrendous sin in our culture and in our world, to think we’re OK. It’s easy for us to look at the rampant sexual sin, the adultery, the moral free-fall our ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Discipline That Disciples Series

    Contributed by Brian Bill on May 23, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 13,048 views

    Every discipline situation is a setting for discipleship.

    Discipline That Disciples 1 Samuel 2:12-36 Rev. Brian Bill 5/23/10 A week ago our oldest daughter Emily graduated from college and two days ago Lydia graduated from high school. This has been an exciting and emotional time for us. Well, at least for me because I think I’ve cried more than ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist