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  • William D. Brown avatar

    Judas Iscariot: Jesus Called Him "A Devil" Series

    Contributed by William D. Brown on Apr 1, 2014
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    The name "JUDAS ISCARIOT" has 13 letters in it, Judas is found in the 13th. Chapter of John, we read about Judas in John 13: and verse 26, which is 2 x13.~ 13, the number of wickedness and depravety.

    #14~ Judas Iscariot: -- pt.2~ APOSTLES 3-8-14 ~ Today we'll continue with our study to do with the Apostles, last broadcast was #13, it was to do with Judas Iscariot, and the number 13 was the appropriate number for Judas as the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Porch - Pt. 3 - Porch Parties Series

    Contributed by Steve Ely on Apr 20, 2014
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    It is a prominent feature in our lives and our memories. A place of safety. A place of provision. It's "The Porch!"

    The Porch Pt. 3 - Porch Parties In a Norman Rockwell like way Jesus crafts the account that for centuries has been lauded for its depth and for its truth. Close your eyes and see if you can recreate the scene in your mind. Peering down the hillside you see the homestead. Surrounded by a strong ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Jeff Strite avatar

    I Am The Resurrection And The Life Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Apr 12, 2020
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    Why did Jesus say "I am the Resurrection and the Life?" What is there about that simple statement that can give us hope in a dark world?

    OPEN: A fellow preacher told me about a funeral that he once conducted. He said that “Doug" was 18-year-old biker who’d rode with a rough crowd. In fact the T-shirt they buried him in said it all: "Ride hard - Die hard". The funeral home was filled with bikers, the speakers boomed ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Michael Deutsch avatar

    Managing Relationships - Part 3 Series

    Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Oct 19, 2018
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    A final look at being a good steward in our relationships

    Managing Relationships - 3 October 21, 2018 For the past few weeks we’ve been looking at Stewardship. We’ve especially been focused on the stewardship of being good at managing the relationships we’re in. Today, we’ll conclude with this part of looking at our relationships, then finish up in the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Evangelism 101 - Part 4 Series

    Contributed by Chuck Brooks on Dec 14, 2020
     | 1,696 views

    In our text today we will discover one of the ways the Lord chooses who is to be a part of His church...

    Most of us have gone to the supermarket and bought apples but few of us have ever thought about what goes on behind the scenes in bringing the apples to market. Today while many apple growers still hand-sort their produce, many companies are going “hi tech.” Hundreds of pounds of apples are ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Three Ridiculous Excuses

    Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Jan 13, 2022
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    There are times we hear when someone is in prison for life but because of forensics they are released.

    The development of DNA testing and the ability to use the science of the body’s cells to solve crimes has made significant changes in the criminal justice field. Forensic is a wonderful thing, only God knows how many ennocent men who have died for something they did not do. But I want to show you ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Neither Do I Condemn Thee

    Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Jan 14, 2022
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    There are times we hear when someone is in prison for life but because of forensics they are released.

    The development of DNA testing and the ability to use the science of the body’s cells to solve crimes has made significant changes in the criminal justice field. Forensic is a wonderful thing, only God knows how many ennocent men who have died for something they did not do. But I want to show you ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Sam McCormick avatar

    The Race Set Before Us

    Contributed by Sam Mccormick on Jun 16, 2021
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    The fact that we are alive testifies that we have a race to run, and that it requires endurance. Such races often stem from extreme misfortune. Some suffer from health conditions, or conditions of their own making. In any case, everyone has a race set before them.

    Note: I developed a simple set of homemade PowerPoint slides that I used in presenting this sermon. They're not fancy or professional quality, but if you're interested in having the PowerPoint file I will send it by Email. Just send an Email message to me at sam@srmccormick.net with the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Protecting The Unity Of The Church

    Contributed by Greg Warren on Jun 16, 2021
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    The importance of protecting the unity of the church and practical principles and steps for doing so.

    We'd like to think that the church is immune to conflict and disagreement. After all, we're all Christians here. Right? Well, don't be naive. Hopefully, we're all striving to be like Christ. But we're also humans who sometimes fall short. We say things or react before we ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Mike Lewis avatar

    The Cross Brings Friends And Family Together Series

    Contributed by Mike Lewis on Dec 27, 2022
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     | 6,352 views

    This morning, we are continuing our series on the Cross of Christ. What the cross means to us today as we examine how Christ’s death reaches into our lives as disciples of Jesus Christ. Today’s lesson is aptly titled “The Cross Brings Friends and Family Together.”

    WELCOME & INTRODUCTION - Welcome to Friends and Family Day - Guests visiting - Our series: The Cross of Christ DNA DISCOVERIES: “MORE THAN FRIENDS” Family histories and lineages are becoming more and more popular as people want to learn about and discover who they are, where they came from, ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Good Friday Innocence Series

    Contributed by Denn Guptill on Apr 18, 2025
     | 153 views

    This message looks at how official misconduct was at the root of Jesus' arrest, trial and conviction.

    The Innocence Project was formed in the United States in 1992 in order to bring justice to those who had been wrongfully convicted. Since then, they are now represented by 70 independent chapters in 50 states and 12 countries. Their goal is to provide investigative support, legal representation, ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    The Secret Of The Fruit Series

    Contributed by R. David Reynolds on Apr 17, 2004
    based on 35 ratings
     | 6,117 views

    This is the initial, introductory sermon in the series on "The Fruit of the Spirit."

    THE SECRET OF THE FRUIT—GALATIANS 5:13-26 “MY DESIRE, TO BE LIKE JESUS; MY DESIRE, TO BE LIKE HIM. HIS SPIRIT FILL ME, HIS LOVE O’ERWHELM ME, IN DEED AND WORD, TO BE LIKE HIM.” --Lillian Plankenhorn, 1946 Is that your heart’s prayer? How can one ever be like Jesus? The secret to being ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Larry Brincefield avatar

    What Does It Mean To Put Christ 1st?

    Contributed by Larry Brincefield on Jan 22, 2003
    based on 38 ratings
     | 5,332 views

    Using the event when Christ called His first disciples; and comparing that to what’s involved in putting Christ 1st in your life.

    Larry C. Brincefield pastorlarry@pastorlarry.net Title: "What Does It Mean to Put Christ 1st?" Text: John 1:35-46 Introduction We have embraced the vision of Christ 1st for 2003. And in our desire to put Christ 1st... and learn more about Him... we have been studying different events from His ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    Condemned Series

    Contributed by Guy Caley on Feb 25, 2003
    based on 50 ratings
     | 7,784 views

    6th in the series "Conversations With Jesus." The woman caught in adultery was shown mercy and empowering grace by Jesus.

    Aaron Patterson, Sentenced to die for the 1986 murder of a Chicago couple. In one of his last official acts as the Governor of Illinois, George Ryan pardoned Aaron Patterson on 10 January, 2003. It’s the stuff of movies. The appeal goes before the governor. The prisoner waits on death row as ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Larry Brincefield avatar

    Show Your True Colors: Raise Your Flag

    Contributed by Larry Brincefield on Jun 30, 2004
    based on 45 ratings
     | 10,480 views

    I spend a lot of time talking about the picture of the marines raising the flag on Iwo Jima during WW2, history’s most reproduced photograph. And then talk about the importance of raising the flag of our faith.

    Sermon preached by Pastor Larry C. Brincefield on July 4, 2004 Title: Show Your True Colors: Raise Your Flag or “Raising the Flag of Faith” Text: Matthew 5:16 Introduction 1. Vexillology is the study of flags… • I don’t know about you…but that’s a new word for me… • I learned it this week ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene