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  • Bishop Talbert Swan avatar

    A Crook At The Cross

    Contributed by Bishop Talbert Swan on Mar 28, 2010
    based on 6 ratings
     | 14,077 views

    The power of Jesus to save is manifested through the redemption of a convicted thief.

    A CROOK AT THE CROSS Luke 23:43 “Today shalt thou be with me in paradise.” Title: “Crook at the Cross” 1. Jesus talks about heaven in Matthew 13 utilizing 7 different scenarios. a. Matt. 13:24 – Wheat and Tares – grow together b. Matt. 13:31 – Mustard ...read more

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  • Jack Perkins, D.Min., LADC, CSAC, CCLC avatar

    Will You Be My Spiritual Counselor? Series

    Contributed by Jack Perkins, D.min., Ladc, Csac, Cclc on Aug 16, 2021
     | 1,772 views

    The call to discipleship is a call to serve as a good neighbor. This call is more than a mere social event where pleasantries are commonly shared. In the call to discipleship, we are challenged to ascend to godliness and become a spiritual friend to people in our sphere of influence.

    The call to discipleship is a call to serve as a good neighbor. This call is more than a mere social event where pleasantries are commonly shared. In the call to discipleship, we are challenged to ascend to godliness and become a spiritual friend to people in our sphere of influence. In John ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Jeff Strite avatar

    God Can Make You A "Could-Be" Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Oct 7, 2018
    based on 5 ratings
     | 20,947 views

    A poem once declared "I'd rather be a could-be if I cannot be an are, because a could-be is a maybe who is reaching for a star." The story of Joseph tells of God's desire to make "could-be" of all His followers.

    OPEN: Milton Berle was a comedian a few decades back and he wrote a poem that went like this: “I'd rather be a could-be if I cannot be an are; because a could-be is a maybe who is reaching for a star. I'd rather be a has-been than a might-have-been, by far; for a might-have-been has never been, ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Ron Ferguson avatar

    Truth In The Psalms Stemming From The Third Epistle Of John To Gaius About Truth

    Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Jan 25, 2024
     | 1,257 views

    The Apostle John featured TRUTH often in his writing and in his letter to Gaius (3John). This time we look at TRUTH as it is revealed in the Psalms. Walking in truth is what Gaius did and what God requires. The Psalms teach about truth.

    TRUTH IN THE PSALMS STEMMING FROM THE THIRD EPISTLE OF JOHN TO GAIUS ABOUT TRUTH This message/study is in conjunction with 3John and walking in truth. That one is found here - ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • James May avatar

    Salvation Comes Through Broken Pieces

    Contributed by James May on Mar 6, 2005
    based on 94 ratings
     | 39,088 views

    God will take the broken pieces of a shattered life and make them into a vessel of honor for the Kingdom of God. He often has to break us to make us what we should be.

    SALVATION COMES FROM BROKEN PIECES By Pastor Jim May How many of you know that life is not fair? Around every corner and at every crossroads in life there are dangers, disappointments, troubles, trials, sicknesses and even death awaiting those who are traveling. We are often caught unaware as a ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • James May avatar

    God, Where Are You Taking Me?

    Contributed by James May on Nov 6, 2011
    based on 14 ratings
     | 18,423 views

    Often following the perfect will of God means that we are out of step with the world and even with what's happening in the church. We must learn to follow the voice of the Great Shepherd.

    God, Where Are You Taking Me? By Rev. James May As Jesus walked the shores of the Sea of Galilee, at the beginning of his earthly ministry, his first objective was to find men who would become his disciples. And while it is clear that Jesus already knew exactly which men he would choose; it is ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • MELVIN NEWLAND avatar

    Easter - They Didn't Understand

    Contributed by Melvin Newland on Jan 24, 2001
    based on 1,106 ratings
     | 136,189 views

    In amazement, we wonder, "What's the matter with them? Were they hard of hearing? Why didn't they get the message? Why didn't they understand?" I think there are several answers to that question.

    MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK (Revised: 2015) A. The ability to make intelligent & correct decisions is one of the great secrets of successful Christian living. ILL. Even if you aren't a sports fan I think you'll appreciate this story about a college ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    How To Hate Sin And Love Sinners Series

    Contributed by John Hamby on Jun 7, 2007
    based on 11 ratings
     | 9,983 views

    #24 in series. Christians in today’s sexually permissive society often face the challenge of how to deal with those accused of a sexual sin. It feels as if we are given the choice of either being too hard on sinners or too soft on sin.

    A Study of the Book of John “That You May Believe” Sermon # 24 “How To Hate Sin and Love Sinners” John 8:1-11 Our story begins early one morning when a crowd had gathered in the temple courts to hear Jesus teach (8:2). “Now ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Bo Lane avatar

    Don't Stop Fighting

    Contributed by Bo Lane on Dec 8, 2004
    based on 41 ratings
     | 17,643 views

    Today’s young people have to fight hard for their faith. It’s a battle that many can’t handle but God has hope and alternatives. This sermon gives a way out for people who just want to give up.

    Don’t Stop Fighting I’m 11 and I don’t want to live anymore. - Hi. I am very young but I want to die already! I hate my life! I am 11 years old. I know I cannot live more! I just want to know what is the less painful and easiest way to die; I don’t want my life anymore! I have to die; I just ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Michael McCartney avatar

    Cross Roads In The Journey Of Life

    Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Jun 8, 2005
    based on 16 ratings
     | 15,295 views

    We will always face those cross roads moments in life as we travel on this journey. The key is to make sure that you seek the Lord’s directions, work hard, do not worry, do things right, and above all be sensible.

    Cross Roads in the Journey of Life Thesis: We will always face those cross roads moments in life as we travel on this journey. The key is to make sure that you seek the Lord’s directions, work hard, do not worry, do things right, and above all be sensible. Scripture: Proverbs 3:1-7: 1 My son, do ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Wayne Lawson avatar

    This One

    Contributed by Wayne Lawson on Nov 2, 2009
    based on 41 ratings
     | 21,626 views

    This is a hard lesson to learn. No one likes to wait. We want what we want from God when we want it. However, it is in our times of loneliness – loss- pain - sorrow - that we are driven to the very heart of God.

    Dr. Wayne A. Lawson Antioch Institutional Baptist Church Oklahoma City, OK 73109 RevWLawson@aol.com Preached Sunday, November 1, 2009 TITLE: THIS ONE SCRIPTURE: ST. JOHN 11:1-4 I imagine that some have already settled in this morning ready to hear another sermon on Lazarus. I want to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dennis Davidson avatar

    Forsaken No More Series

    Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Feb 12, 2009
    based on 36 ratings
     | 25,890 views

    God has a wonderful end in mind for His people. Long ago He purposed the redemption, righteousness, & restoration of the people of Zion. They may anger Him by their sin & hard heartedness, but God stands ready to save & make them holy.

    ISAIAH 62:1-12 FORSAKEN NO MORE [Revelations 2:16-17, 3:11-13] God has a wonderful end in mind for His people. Long ago He purposed the redemption, righteousness, and restoration of the people of Zion. They may anger Him by their sin and hard heartedness, but God stands ready to save and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Tim Diack avatar

    When Two Become One Series

    Contributed by Tim Diack on Apr 16, 2012
     | 9,419 views

    This message is the first in a series on marriage. It's only after the honeymoon is over that we discover that a good marriage comes about by a lot of hard work. A great marriage is possible when God becomes the basis for our understanding of what marri

    When Two Become One - Genesis 2:15-25 - April 15, 2012 Series: After the Honeymoon – The Mystery of Marriage #1 Show video: “Vision for Marriage Ministry.” We are free to change the world – what a great song! This morning we begin a new sermon series entitled, ...read more

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  • Jim Drake avatar

    A Fisherman's Call Series

    Contributed by Jim Drake on May 19, 2009
    based on 5 ratings
     | 7,480 views

    What is the call of Christ? Is it a mysterious thing that only happens to select people? Is it something you have to work hard to get and discover? We will discover the answers to these questions and more in today’s message titled, “A Fisherman’s Call.

    http://brushforkbanner.blogspot.com MATTHEW 4:18-20 Just a word of background on our passage this morning. Jesus hadn’t been long into His public ministry. According to the Gospel of Matthew, we know that Jesus had already been baptized by John the Baptist. After that, Jesus was led away by ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Troy Borst avatar

    What Do We Learn From Jesus' Prayer?

    Contributed by Troy Borst on Apr 17, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,641 views

    Jesus is also in quite a difficult situation. How did He handle it? How did He pray? We can learn from Jesus’ example of how we should pray in difficult, hard, and emotional wrenching times.

    What Can We Learn from Jesus’ Prayer? Matthew 26:36-46 ILLUSTRATION… Children’s Prayers http://www.bible.org/illus.php?topic_id=1145 Dear God: Please send a new baby for Mommy. The new baby you sent last week cries too much. - Debbie, 7 Dear God: Who did you make smarter? Boys or girls? My sister ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ