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  • D Marion Clark avatar

    The Living Hope Series

    Contributed by D Marion Clark on Jul 27, 2012
     | 6,014 views

    Explores Peter's doxology regarding the salvation we have in Christ.

    In the first chapter, I noted that the New Testament epistles follow the basic form of letter writing of that day. There is nothing significant about the form. What is significant is how the NT writers make use of the form to express their Christian content. What is the form? There are ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    The Glorious Joy Series

    Contributed by D Marion Clark on Jul 27, 2012
     | 4,730 views

    A presentation of the glorious joy that awaits believers.

    In our previous chapter we looked at the living hope into which Christians are born. That hope is possessing the inheritance of the kingdom of God, of dwelling with God forever – a day that will come when Christ returns. Peter reflects further on what this inheritance entails and how it ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Redemption Applied Series

    Contributed by D Marion Clark on Jul 30, 2012
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     | 3,658 views

    Presents how Christ's redemption works in us.

    In our previous passage, we looked at the subject of redemption, specifically what it means and how it is made. It means to make a ransom payment, to buy one’s freedom. In our case, a payment is made to free us from the slavery of sin. This payment was made by the blood of Christ. He ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    War Series

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Jul 31, 2012
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,535 views

    As we consider politics according to the Bible, let us now examine what the Bible says about war.

    Scripture We are in the middle of an 8-weeks series of messages titled, “Politics According to the Bible.” We are examining key political issues in light of the Bible. Today, as we continue in our series on “Politics According to the Bible” I want to examine ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    A Life Of Harmony Series

    Contributed by D Marion Clark on Aug 9, 2012
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,960 views

    How we are as a Christian community and as individuals to live in a hostile world.

    Introduction The topic of Peter’s epistle since 2:11 has been “How to Live in a NonChristian World.” We’ve treaded through the minefield of authority in civil life, the workplace and campus, and in marriage. The directive was the same in each category – submit to ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    The Sign Of Jonah

    Contributed by Gordon Curley on Sep 2, 2012
     | 7,723 views

    The sign of Jonah - (Powerpoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

    SERMON OUTLINE: The Compliment (vs 27) The Crowd (vs 29a) The Conversation (vs 29b-32) SERMON BODY: Ill: • Photos of funny signs • (Photos available on request – gcurley@gcurley.info) Question: What is the purpose of a sign? Answer: Twofold: • A sign is to ...read more

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    Denomination: Brethren

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    Jesus Helping The Blind To See!

    Contributed by Gordon Curley on Sep 8, 2012
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     | 5,544 views

    Jesus Helping the Blind to See! (Powerpoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

    SERMON OUTLINE: physical sight (vs 22-26) spiritual sight (vs 27-30) SERMON BODY: Ill: • Garage door covers & illusion pictures. • Email me for a copy – gcurley@gcurley.info) Ill: Eye facts - Did you know... • That an eye is only 2.3 centimetre long on ...read more

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    Denomination: Brethren

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    Let's Make A Deal

    Contributed by Wayne Lawson on Sep 19, 2012
    based on 14 ratings
     | 33,932 views

    We know that Hezekiah was a man of faith, we also know that his prayer was a prayer of faith. So it doesn't surprise us that the Lord heard it and granted Hezekiah his request.

    TITLE: LET’S MAKE A DEAL SCRIPTURE: II KINGS 20:1-6 One of the most popular television game shows of the 1960’s and 70’s was called LET’S MAKE A DEAL. In that particular game show, contestants would BUY – SELL – TRADE - anything and everything from pair of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    7 Reasons To Be Encouraged

    Contributed by John Gaston on Sep 20, 2012
    based on 101 ratings
     | 59,407 views

    Our lives are filled with discouragements. Paul mentions "the encouragement of the Scriptures," Rom. 15:4. Here are seven reasons that every believer should be encouraged and positive about their lives and futures.

    SEVEN REASONS TO BE ENCOURAGED [This is a reworked version of John Shearhart’s message, “20 Reasons to Be Encouraged.”] INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR Light Bulb jokes, 133 yrs old. (Reader's Digest) 1. How many divorced men does it take to change a lightbulb? Who cares? They never get ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Worship Through Sacrifice Series

    Contributed by Scott Kircher on Sep 22, 2012
    based on 10 ratings
     | 25,429 views

    Worship is demonstrated and expressed in many different ways. One of the ways we demonstrate our worship is through sacrifice. What do our sacrifices speak and why is this worship and do the sacrifices we make and the way we make them matter to our wors

    Worship through Sacrifice Slide Good morning. Last week we began a series called A Life of Worship. Often when we think of worship, we think of music, and we are going to talk about worship through singing next week. But, we learned last week that worshiping the Lord is not just about singing, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Try The Impossible Series

    Contributed by Thomas Swope on Sep 26, 2012
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,859 views

    A study of the Gospel of Mark 10: 23 – 31

    Mark 10: 23 – 31 Try The Impossible 23 Then Jesus looked around and said to His disciples, “How hard it is for those who have riches to enter the kingdom of God!” 24 And the disciples were astonished at His words. But Jesus answered again and said to them, “Children, how ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

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    Time For A Career Change Series

    Contributed by Thomas Swope on Sep 27, 2012
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     | 5,539 views

    A study of the Gospel of Matthew 9: 9 – 13

    Matthew 9: 9 – 13 Time For A Career Change As Jesus passed on from there, He saw a man named Matthew sitting at the tax office. And He said to him, “Follow Me.” So he arose and followed Him. 10 Now it happened, as Jesus sat at the table in the house, that behold, many tax ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

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    What Jesus Said About Our Behavior, Intro Series

    Contributed by Denn Guptill on Sep 30, 2012
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,647 views

    People tell us that it's not about rules it's about a relationship, but doesn't that relationship come with expectations?

    What Jesus Said about our Behaviour Intro If you have been keeping track this is the fourth series that we have taught this year based on “What Jesus said about. . .” In April we spoke about “What Jesus said About Money” and we focused on Jesus’ words concerning how ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    Refusing To Play Favorites Series

    Contributed by Brian Bill on Sep 30, 2012
    based on 7 ratings
     | 12,950 views

    If you want God's favor, don't treat people with favoritism.

    Something very interesting happened on Monday night when people who normally hate on the Packers were suddenly on their side when a blown call by the replacement officials gave the win to the Seahawks. Even Bear fans expressed sympathy to me all week. Well, except for one guy who called me a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    “put Not Your Trust In Princes”(Politicians)

    Contributed by John Gaston on Oct 21, 2012
    based on 5 ratings
     | 17,267 views

    This election is very important, but despite the outcome, we still may find ourselves disillusioned. David has sage advice for us: "Do not put your trust in princes." So what should be the object of our Trust? There are 3 accessories to gain that trust.

    “PUT NOT YOUR TRUST IN PRINCES”(POLITICIANS) Psalm 146:3 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: LIBERAL KITTENS 1. Chris Matthews (MSNBC Hardball; liberal) was out jogging one morning, and saw a little boy on the corner with a box. 'What's in the box son?' The little boy, who knew who he was, ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God