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  • Joe La Rue avatar

    Jesus Is . . . The Fulfillment Of Prophecy Series

    Contributed by Joe La Rue on Feb 26, 2008
    based on 10 ratings
     | 20,228 views

    A consideration of whether Jesus fulfilled the Old Testament messianic prophecy; and, what it means if He did.

    Title: Jesus Is . . .The Fulfillment of Prophecy Series: Who Is Jesus? (Sermon # 2) Text: Luke 22:37 Date: March 2, 2008 COPYRIGHT © Joe La Rue, 2008 INTRODUCTION A. An interesting thing about predictions is that they are very often wrong, even when they are given by so-called ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    When Bad News Becomes Good News

    Contributed by Michael Duduit on Mar 3, 2008
    based on 26 ratings
     | 10,843 views

    Palm Sunday is a good news/bad news kind of day. It is a day of celebration, as the people come out from Jerusalem to give Jesus a royal welcome.

    You are invited to attend the National Conference on Preaching. To learn more: Visit: http://www.preaching.com/events/ncp/ -------- Did you hear about the pastor who had been sick? Somebody visited him with a message. They said, “Pastor, the good news is the deacons just voted to pray for your ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Bruce Ball avatar

    The Same, Only Different

    Contributed by Bruce Ball on Mar 5, 2008
    based on 8 ratings
     | 10,157 views

    A sermon showing the similarities and the differences between John the Baptist and his cousin Jesus. Text, audio, and communion meditation will be placed at www.sermonlist.com

    MATTHEW 3:1-3a ‘In those days, John the Baptist came preaching in the Desert of Judea, and saying, “Repent, for the kingdom of heaven is near.” This is he who was spoken of through the prophet Isaiah.’ Beginning in VERSE 4-6 ‘John’s clothes were made of camel’s hair and he had a leather belt ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    We'll Leave The Light On For You Series

    Contributed by Pat Damiani on Mar 9, 2008
    based on 14 ratings
     | 11,428 views

    45th in a series from Ephesians. How to live as light in the midst of darkness.

    Most of us are probably familiar with the advertising for Motel 6 that ends with the advertising tagline, “We’ll leave the light on for you.” The image that those ads are trying to create is that Motel 6 is a place of hospitality, refreshment and rest for weary travelers. As we continue in our ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Glenn Durham avatar

    Meeting God When You Are Hungry Series

    Contributed by Glenn Durham on Mar 12, 2008
    based on 14 ratings
     | 12,993 views

    God allows us to participate in building his kingdom.

    Introduction Thomas Edison (inventor of the light bulb) said, “Opportunity is missed by most people because it is dressed in overalls and looks like work.” Today we are with Jesus’ disciples when they miss an incredible opportunity. Not dressed in overalls, but as the much despised Samaritans. ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    The Crucifixion, The Foundation Of Our Faith

    Contributed by J. Allen Lucas on Mar 17, 2008
    based on 24 ratings
     | 10,661 views

    If Jesus had refused to suffer the shame and reproach of the Cross, and if the Crucifixion had never taken place, then our sins could not be forgiven … remitted. As a matter of fact, there wouldn’t be a gospel, for the gospel stands on the foundation of t

    The Crucifixion, The Foundation Of Our Faith John 19:1 Then Pilate therefore took Jesus, and scourged him. 2 And the soldiers platted a crown of thorns, and put it on his head, and they put on him a purple robe, 3 And said, Hail, King of the Jews: and they smote him with their hands. 4 Pilate ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Mike Gilbert avatar

    A Torn Curtain Series

    Contributed by Mike Gilbert on Mar 17, 2008
    based on 44 ratings
     | 25,065 views

    Significant truths we can learn and apply to our lives from the tearing of the temple veil at the moment of Jesus’ death.

    *INTRO>In 1966, Alfred Hitchcock directed a Cold War era mystery / thriller movie starring Paul Newman and Julie Andrews, a movie entitled, “The Torn Curtain.” The movie was not one of Hitchcock’s better-known films, as few people paid much attention to it. God understands when much expense has ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Solving Problems God's Way Part 4 Series

    Contributed by Eldron Gill on Mar 20, 2008
     | 5,166 views

    Solving Problems God’s Way Part 4: The Purpose of Problems

    Solving Problems Part 4: The Purpose Of Problems Deut. 8:1-6 Job 14:1 Intro. * Being a Christian does no make us immune to problems. * As Christians we experience relational problems, financial problems, family problems, health problems, emotional problems, employment problems, parenting ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Work Of Christ Series

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Apr 5, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,722 views

    In Romans 5:12-21 the apostle Paul contrasts the work of Adam with the work of Christ. This sermon examines the effectiveness, extent, efficacy, essence, and energy of the work of Christ.

    Scripture In Romans 5:12-21 the apostle Paul presents Adam and Christ as two “representative figures” whose acts determine the destiny of all who belong to them. Last week we examined “The Work of Adam” in Romans 5:12-14. And today, we shall explore “The Work of Christ” in Romans 5:15-21. Let’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Brian Harvison avatar

    God Loves You

    Contributed by Brian Harvison on Apr 7, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,078 views

    Love is a very popular topic in the Scriptures. Probably one of the most twisted truths’ of the Bible being taught and talked about today is the Love of God.

    God Loves You Three sons left home, started careers and prospered. Getting back together, they discussed the gifts that they were able to give their elderly mother for her 70th birthday. The first said, “I built a huge house for Mom.” The second said, “I sent her a Mercedes with a driver.” The ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Joe La Rue avatar

    Jesus Is . . . The One Who Cares About Us Series

    Contributed by Joe La Rue on Apr 8, 2008
    based on 7 ratings
     | 6,844 views

    A consideration of Jesus’s care about us and for us, specifically looking at how He meets our daily, earthly needs as well as our physical, health needs.

    Jesus Is . . .The One Who Cares About Us Series: Who Is Jesus? (Sermon # 7) Matt 9:36 April 13, 2008 COPYRIGHT © Joe La Rue, 2008 Introduction [Special: Eleanor Rigby, by The Beatles] A. John Lennon and Paul McCartney’s song, Eleanor Rigby, reflects a truth common to us all: many times we ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Sherm Nichols avatar

    Rahab's Reformation Series

    Contributed by Sherm Nichols on Jan 2, 2008
    based on 7 ratings
     | 13,312 views

    A look at the life of Rahab in order to get my audience to be amazed at what God is able to do and to partner with Him in changing lives, beginning with themselves

    (have the text read ahead) I have obtained a copy of a recently discovered document from the 1st century. It’s from the first publisher of the Bible – this was before there was Zondervan and Tyndale and all those publishers. It’s a letter from them to the Bible’s original author… Dear ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Steve Shepherd avatar

    Gearing Down, Gearing Up

    Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Jan 3, 2008
    based on 164 ratings
     | 40,981 views

    From our text, let’s think about some things we can do to improve our lives and our relationship to the Lord. 1- Wake up 2- Shape up 3- Dress up

    INTRO.- ILL.- Do you remember those days when you had a manual transmission and had to downshift in order to help slow the car down? I remember back in 1968 I had purchased a new Pontiac Firebird with a 400 cubic inch engine with 330 horsepower. I drove it on the highway a lot because while I was ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Ben Peak avatar

    I Am The Light

    Contributed by Ben Peak on Jan 3, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,028 views

    Jesus calls Himself the light of the world. And I think we can simply study what effect physical light has on the areas that it touches and gain some spiritual lessons from that.

    If you remember, last Sunday morning I spoke to you about how God described Himself as the I AM and what all that means to us today. It’s good to know that God is, that He does not change, and that He can be everything we need Him to be. Well, tonight I want to begin a series that will span over ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

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    Why Shepherds?

    Contributed by Ben Peak on Jan 3, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 22,478 views

    Why did God choose to let shepherds be the first to hear the news of the Messiah?

    Over the past few weeks we have been taking a new look at some of the figures of the Christmas story. We’ve taken some time to study the stories within the story. We’ve looked at the story of Mary, the teenaged girl that God chose to be the mother of His Son. Last week we discussed the story of ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness