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  • William D. Brown avatar

    Who Really Killed Jesus?

    Contributed by William D. Brown on Mar 4, 2009
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     | 3,214 views

    I suppose that many of us will say that it was Pilot and the Roman Government of that day, and others might say that it was the Jews at that time, some might say that it was Satan, others will say it was our sins,but the real truth is, it was because of t

    WHO REALLY KILLED JESUS? ACTS 2:22-23 3-7-09 Today I want to talk for a little while on the subject of, “who really killed Jesus”, I suppose that many of us will say that it was Pilate and the Roman Government of that day, and others might say that it was the Jews at that time, some ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Charles Newman avatar

    Bridge Over Troubled Water

    Contributed by Charles Newman on Mar 14, 2009
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     | 13,331 views

    In our message this morning, we will see how three miracles, (Jesus walking on water, Peter walking on water, Storms/winds cease) open our pathways to a bridge over the troubled waters of life.

    BRIDGE OVER TROUBLED WATERS Matthew 14:22-33 In our message this morning, we will see how three miracles, (Jesus walking on water, Peter walking on water, Storms/winds cease) open our pathways to a bridge over the troubled waters of life. Jesus has just got done with one of His famous miracles, ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Paul Decker avatar

    God Speaks To Randall Series

    Contributed by Paul Decker on Mar 16, 2009
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     | 3,414 views

    Personal message to the church regarding a prayer action plan -- dealing with longstanding sin issues being passed on generationally.

    GOD SPEAKS TO RANDALL Revelation 2-3 S: Listening to God C: Prayer and Action Th: God Speaks to the Church. Pr: PRACT – Pray on it; Act on it. CV: “We will passionately pursue full devotion to Jesus Christ.” Version: ESV RMBC 15 March 09 AM INTRODUCTION: Is God able to change us? The ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Joseph Smith avatar

    Turn Around Or Turn Out Series

    Contributed by Joseph Smith on Mar 30, 2009
     | 5,195 views

    Dramatic monologue as if Paul were speaking: a farewell address, focused largely on Philippians, but drawing from much of the Pauline literature. A play on Paul’s name: Pray, Avoid, Understand, Love.

    Paul, servant of the Gospel, to all the saints in Gaithersburg: grace to you and peace, from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ. I thank my God every time I remember you, constantly praying with joy for all of you, because of your sharing in the gospel from the first day until now. I am ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Byron Harvey avatar

    Bound And Determined Series

    Contributed by Byron Harvey on Mar 30, 2009
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     | 6,615 views

    Paul is warned not to go to Jerusalem, but he is bound and determined to trust God and go, even if it costs him dearly.

    “Bound & Determined” Acts 21:1-16 July 6, 2008 Two questions as we begin this morning: how do you know you are really trusting God? What do you do when the will of God involves doing something that will really cost you? I. A Desperate Plea - :1-6 READ VV. 1-3 - This ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

  • Steve Shepherd avatar

    Prepare For Action Series

    Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Apr 1, 2009
    based on 104 ratings
     | 20,999 views

    Our text speaks of preparation for living a successful Christian life. Prepare what? 1- Prepare your mind 2- Prepare your body 3- Prepare your heart

    INTRO.- Prepare for action. Prepare for what? It could be anything. ILL.- A man said: One morning I went out to start my car to go to church. I had a flat tire. Luckily, I had a spare tire. I changed the tire quickly and was on my way. But I didn’t think to drop the spare off to be fixed. ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Joseph Smith avatar

    Have You Only One Blessing?

    Contributed by Joseph Smith on Apr 7, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,051 views

    Our families are dysfunctional because we are not creative and do not consult the Lord in prayer. Isaac is weak, late, and materialistic. Rebekah is manipulative and anxious. God the Father of Jesus shows us how to love and give to our chidren.

    We are bombarded daily with the phrase "family values." It has become the buzzword of the current political campaign. And as candidates parade their wives and children and grandchildren across the platform; as presidential hopefuls debate about which of them is the more family-oriented; as ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Spirit Of Rebellion #3 Series

    Contributed by J. Brad Campbell on Nov 6, 2006
    based on 11 ratings
     | 17,446 views

    This is a sermon dealing with the spirit of rebellion. Number three in the spirit of Ishmael series

    Spirit of Ishmael The spirit of Rebellion #3 Text: Gen 21:9-10 And Sarah saw the son of Hagar the Egyptian, which she had born unto Abraham, mocking. 10 Wherefore she said unto Abraham, Cast out this bondwoman and her son: for the son of this bondwoman shall not be heir with my son, even with ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Christopher Lanham avatar

    A Blue-Collar God Series

    Contributed by Christopher Lanham on Nov 14, 2006
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,395 views

    me ask you a question. How busy is God in our world today? Is God as active in the world today as he was during the reign of David? Does God work in your life and in my life as often as he did in the life of Abraham? I don’t know about you, but I wond

    Series: Seven Realities for Experiencing God Drawn from the work of Henry Blackaby “Experiencing God” The Blue Collar God Acts 14:8-20 Cascades Fellowship Christian Reformed Church, JX MI Sept. 19, 2004 We have just come through the season of conventions. Both the Democratic and the Republican ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Bruce Ball avatar

    For His Abundance, We Offer Thanksgiving

    Contributed by Bruce Ball on Nov 14, 2006
    based on 28 ratings
     | 8,085 views

    A thanksgiving sermon that focuses on the many blessings God has given to us, how we have received them, and about our getting it right.

    We come together in the house of the Lord this morning to offer praise to our God. But to praise Him properly, we must be willing to sacrifice something very near and dear to us. What would that be? I think the one thing that would be a proper sacrifice for Him this morning, is if we would ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

  • David Hicks avatar

    The Rotting Harvest

    Contributed by David Hicks on Nov 15, 2006
    based on 10 ratings
     | 6,221 views

    Jesus has compassion on the lost. The field are white, but if we fail to do nothing, the harvest may rot.

    The Rotting Harvest Matthew 9:35-38 Her husband, the love of her life and father of her children had just died. It was a heart attack in the middle of the night. Filled with shock and grief, she struggled to make sense of the events of the past 24 hours. He was so young. He seemed so strong. ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

  • David Hicks avatar

    Gates, Fruit And Foundations

    Contributed by David Hicks on Nov 15, 2006
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     | 3,269 views

    The stories of the narrow gate, the healthy tree, and the house built upon the rock all have a common theme in Christ’s Sermon on the Mount.

    Gates, Fruit, and Foundations Matthew 7:13-27 There was no denying he had changed. When I was 20 years old I watched a transformation take place before my eyes. I had become a Christian 3 years prior, and I had tried on many occasions to witness to my parents. But I was not successful at ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

  • David Hicks avatar

    Be Righteous, Not Self-Righteous

    Contributed by David Hicks on Nov 15, 2006
    based on 5 ratings
     | 7,676 views

    Jesus with humor tells us to watch out for the plank in our own eyes before removing the speck in our brother’s eye.

    Be Righteous Not Self-Righteous Matthew 7:1-6 When you watch American Idol, do you sit there and criticize the singing ability of people who have made it to the finals, when you have never sung anywhere but in your shower with only God and the dog having to listen to you? Men, do you criticize ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

  • Dr. Stanley Vasu avatar

    Three Keys To Fulfilling Your Destiny In Life

    Contributed by Dr. Stanley Vasu on Sep 24, 2006
    based on 19 ratings
     | 84,981 views

    THIS SERMON IS ABOUT THE THREE KEYS TO FULFILLING YOUR DESTINY IN LIFE NAMELY 1. REALISE THAT YOU ARE NOT YET PERFECT 2. PURSUE THE PURPOSE OF GOD WITH ALL DILIGENCE 3. FORGET THE PAST AND PRESS FORWARD TOWARD THE MARK OF THE HIGH CALLING

    THREE KEYS TO FULFILLING YOUR DESTINY IN LIFE ********************************************** 1. REALISE THAT YOU ARE NOT YET PERFECT 2. PURSUE THE PURPOSE OF GOD WITH ALL DILIGENCE 3. FORGET THE PAST AND PRESS FORWARD TOWARD THE MARK OF THE HIGH CALLING THE MESSAGE THREE KEYS TO FULFILLING ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Rev. Bruce A. Shields avatar

    Part 1: The Cornerstone Series

    Contributed by Rev. Bruce A. Shields on Oct 11, 2006
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     | 4,439 views

    Part 1 of our house of faith series focuses on the fact that ’Unless God builds the house, those who labor do so in vain’ - Psalm 127:1 The foundation of this house MUST be the teachings of the Prophets and the Apostles, with Christ Jesus as the Corner

    The House of Faith Part 1 – The Cornerstone Rev. Bruce A. Shields House of Faith Ministries www.PS127.org WELCOME I would like to welcome you to the very first House of Faith Ministries gathering of believers. I know we have all had a trying time this past few weeks, and the effects I pray will ...read more

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    Denomination: Bible Church