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  • Barry O Johnson avatar

    "Hypothetical Truths”

    Contributed by Barry O Johnson on Feb 11, 2020
     | 5,230 views

    The word IF is a little word that expresses a hypothetical truth that requires us to have faith.

    Put a marker in Matthew 4 and turn with me to 2 Peter 1. One of the things I’ve encountered over the years is that many Christians believe they can take the Bible, read the Bible, and then say that “This is what this verse means to me.” When you take that approach with the Bible, you might as ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    God's Got Your Back

    Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Feb 17, 2020
    based on 1 rating
     | 8,899 views

    David's Psalm revealing to us just how much God has our back during our tough times!

    Scripture: Psalm 3 Theme: Victory Title: God’s Got Your Back INTRO: Grace and peace this morning from God the Father, Son and Holy Spirit! I hope you have enjoyed an incredible week! I hope that it has been a week of great joy, love and peace. And I hope it has been a week that you have ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    The Hard Way Series

    Contributed by C. Philip Green on Feb 27, 2020
     | 5,169 views

    Choose love and so choose life!

    The Hard Way (Matthew 7:12-14) Lee Strobel asks us to imagine a daughter and her boyfriend going out for a Coke on a school night. The father says to her, “You must be home before eleven.” It gets to be 10:45 p.m. and the two of them are still having a great time. They don't want the evening ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    Heaven Today, Heaven Forevermore

    Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Mar 29, 2019
    based on 3 ratings
     | 9,358 views

    This sermon is about Heaven both as a final destination and a present reality in the lives of those who have accepted Jesus Christ as Savior and LORD!

    Scripture: John 14:1-4; Revelation 22:1 – 5 Theme: Heaven Title: Holiness Destination – Heaven Today, Heaven Forever Grace and Peace Today from God the Father, Son and Holy Spirit! I want to talk to you today about your faith journey and where that faith journey is taking you. I want to ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    Confidence For Worship Series

    Contributed by Richard Tow on Dec 14, 2017
     | 11,094 views

    Our acceptance before God in worship is based on the sacrifice Jesus made at Calvary in our behalf. While we daily seek to please God in all we do, our confidence before God is in the cross.

    3.12.17 Intro I thought I was finished with our series on worship. But this week the Lord has dealt with me about something that is essential for entering into the fullness of worship that we have talked about. As you recall, in the last message we saw worship as more than a one-way declaration of ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    Recovery Series

    Contributed by C. Philip Green on Oct 20, 2021
     | 3,711 views

    To recover from a fall, confess your sin to the Lord, accept its consequences, and put your confidence in Him.

    Bob Beasley, a pastor in Ontario, Canada, talks about the time when Rena, a three-year-old, sat with her parents during a baptismal service. It was a new experience for her, so she exclaimed, “Why he pushed that guy in the water? Why, Dad, why?" Her mom tried to explain briefly and quietly, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    In The Heat Of The Night (Or Day) - God Is Our Preserver #1 Series

    Contributed by Duane Wente on Aug 22, 2020
     | 6,409 views

    No matter what is going on in our lives, no matter the fires we experience, God is our preserver. He may not rescue us from the fire today, but will rescue us from the fires of Hell in the end if we are faithful to Him.

    Introduction When we think of summer, what’s the first thing we think of? Usually the heat. Temperatures in the 90s. High humidity making it feel like it’s over 100O. We think of vacations. We think of taking time off work for a few days to get away from the hectic rat-race of our lives. We ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Chariots Of Fire - God Is Our Protector #2 Series

    Contributed by Duane Wente on Aug 22, 2020
    based on 2 ratings
     | 9,486 views

    There are battles going on all around us that we do not see. It feels like the enemy is winning. But God’s protection is there, just as it was for Elisha. When we are surrounded, God has surrounded us with His protection.

    Introduction That is the theme to one of the most iconic hot summer movies of our lifetimes. Set in the post-World War I era, Chariots of Fire is based on the true story of two British athletes. Harold Abrahams and Eric Liddell are both naturally gifted fast sprinters, but approach running ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Life In The Spirit Series

    Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Aug 25, 2020
     | 4,442 views

    Our victory over sin and death is won as we progressively surrender to the Holy Spirit.

    LIFE IN THE SPIRIT Text: Rom. 8.1-11 Introduction 1. Illustration: In water-safety courses a cardinal rule is never to swim out to a drowning man and try to help him as long as he’s thrashing around. To do so is basically to commit suicide. As long as a drowning man thinks he can help himself, ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Isang Tip Para Sa Ating Kapayapaan At Kaligayahan

    Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Aug 28, 2020
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,869 views

    Sa kabila ng Covid-19, ang pandemya, mayroon tayong dahilan upang maging mapayapa at maligaya sa ating buhay at magbibigay ako ng tip para sa ating kapayapaan at kaligayahan.

    Isang Tip para sa Ating Kapayapaan at Kaligayahan Ezekiel 33:7-9, Roma 13:8-10, Mateo 18:15-20. Pagninilay Mahal na mga kapatid, Ngayong Linggo, mayroon kaming isang makabuluhang teksto mula sa Ebanghelyo ni Mateo (Mateo 18:15-20): "Kung ang iyong kapatid ay nagkasala [laban sa ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    Experiencing Christmas All Year Round Series

    Contributed by Scott Maze on Apr 7, 2024
     | 1,223 views

    Jesus went from the heights of glory to the depths of shame. He went from the wonders of heaven to the wickedness of earth. He went from exaltation to humiliation. He had experienced coronation in Heaven before Christmas only to experience the curse on this earth.

    Christmas is in high gear at Cross Church and allow me to say to wish you a very merry Christmas! Thank you for joining me for a Christmas sermon series entitled, A Timeless Christmas. Christmas is by far and away America’s most popular holiday. I bet it’s even your personal favorite holiday. Nine ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Desperate Times Make Us Desperate For Him Series

    Contributed by Scott Maze on Apr 13, 2024
     | 2,121 views

    There are only two kinds of people in the world – those who believe in miracles and those who don’t. If you doubt God, then you will doubt the miraculous. But if you believe in God, then you will believe in the miraculous.

    As the summer heat finally relents here in North Texas, we are looking at the life of Elisha. Elisha shows us how to remain faithful during challenging times. There is a lot to like about Elisha during the super challenging times he lived. Elisha was a godly man in a time when so many people just ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Physiology Of Faith - Class 3 Series

    Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Apr 16, 2023
    based on 4 ratings
     | 1,547 views

    V. What Causes Sickness and Disease? VI. God wants To Heal His People VII. For The Glory Of God VIII. The Relationship Of Faith and Healing

    V. What Causes Sickness And Disease? Good health is more than the absence of disease. It is a state of complete physical, emotional, and mental well-being on all levels. It has been estimated that approximately 33% of those living in the United States have a chronic illness. Virtually all ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Ungodliness

    Contributed by Troy Borst on Sep 20, 2022
     | 2,473 views

    How do we come out from under ungodliness and change our minds and make God a normal relevant part of our lives?

    THE VERY RELATABLE LIFE OF KING DAVID UNGODLINESS 2 Samuel 2-3 #kingdavid INTRODUCTION… Eugene Peterson, ‘Leap Over a Wall’ pages 123-124 “They are wearing me out, these sons of Zeruiah. I know that I’m God’s anointed, I know that I’ve been [reserved against formidable odds – Goliath and Saul, ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Closing In On The Cross Of Jesus Christ - Part 7: God's Help For His Stumbling Saints Series

    Contributed by Rick Crandall on Apr 24, 2023
     | 1,696 views

    Sometimes we are going to stumble, but God's Word shows His stumbling saints what to do. 1. Remember the ways that we can stumble. 2. Remember that the Lord sees us. 3. Remember that Jesus will steer us in the right direction.

    Closing in on the Cross of Jesus Christ Part 7: God's Help for His Stumbling Saints The Gospel of Matthew Matthew 26:69-75; Mark 14:53-54; Luke 22:59-62; Acts 4:5-12 Sermon by Rick Crandall (Prepared April 24, 2023) BACKGROUND: *Today in Matthew 26, we are less than 12 hours away from Jesus ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist