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  • Stephen Sheane avatar

    Offering Grace Series

    Contributed by Stephen Sheane on Apr 28, 2020
     | 2,717 views

    What forgiveness is and is not.

    OFFERING GRACE The Rhone River begins high in the Swiss Alps, some 5000 feet above sea level. It is one of the most important commercial waterways in France, stretching more than 500 miles in length. The river that glistens and sparkles through France, however, is much different than it was at its ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

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    The Accession Of Jesus

    Contributed by Gordon Curley on May 2, 2020
     | 2,831 views

    Luke Chapter 24 verses 50-53 by Gordon Curley (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

    SERMON OUTLINE: FIRST: The Narrative of the Ascension. (1). A Blessing (vs 50). (2). A Departure (vs 51). (3). A Feeling (vs 52). (4). A Gathering (vs 52-53) SECOND: The Theology of the Ascension. (1). It marked the end of his earthly ministry. (2). It showed success in his earthly work. ...read more

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    Denomination: Brethren

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    The Accession Of Jesus Series

    Contributed by Gordon Curley on May 2, 2020
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     | 3,960 views

    Luke Chapter 24 verses 50-53 by Gordon Curley (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

    SERMON OUTLINE: FIRST: The Narrative of the Ascension. (1). A Blessing (vs 50). (2). A Departure (vs 51). (3). A Feeling (vs 52). (4). A Gathering (vs 52-53) SECOND: The Theology of the Ascension. (1). It marked the end of his earthly ministry. (2). It showed success in his earthly work. ...read more

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    Denomination: Brethren

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    #16 Who Is Jesus?—2 Opinions, 1 Truth Series

    Contributed by Chuck Sligh on May 3, 2020
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     | 6,460 views

    Jesus’ family thought He was insane and the scribes though He was demon possessed. This led to Jesus teaching on the unforgivable sin.

    #16 Who Is Jesus?—2 Opinions, 1 Truth Series: Mark May 3, 2020 Chuck Sligh TEXT: Please turn in your Bibles to Mark 3:20. NOTE: PowerPoint presentation is available for this sermon by request at chucksligh@hotmail.com. Please mention the title of the sermon and the Bible text to help me find the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • David Owens avatar

    You Have A Savior Who Understands You And Can Help You, I Promise! Series

    Contributed by David Owens on May 11, 2020
     | 6,967 views

    Because Jesus became human and lived among us, He can understand us. And because Jesus was fully divine, He has the power to help us. When we approach God looking for help, we can know that He understands us and will patiently help us.

    A. One afternoon, a man came home from work to find two young girls from the neighborhood on the steps of his building. 1. Both girls were crying very loudly, and were shedding big tears. 2. Thinking they might be hurt, the man put down his briefcase and quickly went over to them, asking, “Are you ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Mitchell Leonard avatar

    Big Toes And Thumbs

    Contributed by Mitchell Leonard on May 15, 2020
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     | 11,958 views

    A little different sermon on the JUDGMENT of King Adoni-Bezek and how we can relate it to our lives.

    Judges 1:1-7 I don’t tell you this story to be intentionally gory. I have a reason for it. But I have a good friend who is a retired Full Bird Colonel. He served many years in the U.S. army. He served all over the world but one of his assignments was to be in charge of a large group ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    To Be Righteous, You Must Be A Sinner Series

    Contributed by James Wallace on Sep 17, 2018
     | 6,871 views

    Jesus said the worst among us--the despised and most sinful--who are repentantly trust not on themselves or their goodness will get to heaven and those who trust in their own rightoeusness will not.

    The Paradoxical Sayings of Jesus To Be Righteous, You Must Be a Sinner Luke 18:9-14 Well, I had another chance to share the Gospel this week. As a pastor, it's an occupational hazard! Actually, the opportunity came as a result of a benevolence call. It has become our policy at Risen King that ...read more

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    Denomination: Bible Church

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    A Description Of The Wicked Series

    Contributed by Bobby Oliver on Sep 18, 2018
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,216 views

    The wicked are godless, the wicked are prideful, and the wicked are violent & blasphemous.

    TITLE: A DESCRIPTION OF THE WICKED TEXT: PSALM 10:1-11 INTRODUCTION: - We’re continuing our study through the book of Psalms. - Last time, we saw in chapter 9 that David wrote the chapter as a triumphant song of thanksgiving for God’s vindication. - God showed how great He was by judging the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Crossing The Threshold-4

    Contributed by Byron Sherman on Sep 18, 2018
     | 2,218 views

    4 of 4. Amos declared God’s strained relationship with His people. Thus a failed relationship with God evokes His wrath. What specifically does a failed relationship with God evoke(bring about/cause)? A failed relationship with God evokes...

    CROSSING The THRESHOLD-IV—Amos 1:1-2 Attention: An air filter for your home’s air handler The air filter can become so clogged with pollutants that they overwhelm the system’s intent—to provide fresh unpolluted air to the home. As a result, too much stress is put on the systems that draw the air ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Darkness Or Light Series

    Contributed by Gordon Curley on Sep 25, 2018
     | 7,585 views

    Darkness or Light - Luke chapter 11 verses 14-36 – Sermon by Gordon Curley. PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info

    SERMON OUTLINE: (1). Slander (vs 14-28) • Accusation (vs 14-16). • Refutation (vs 17-22). • Application (vs 23-28): (2). An interruption (vs 27-28): • A blessing (vs 27) • A response (vs 27) (c). A History Lesson (vs 29-36): • (illustration #1). Jonah (vs 29-30 & 32) • (illustration #2). ...read more

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    Denomination: Brethren

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    The Superior Value Of A Sanctified Heart-1

    Contributed by Byron Sherman on Oct 2, 2018
     | 2,785 views

    1 of ? Peter causes his audience to examine the superior value of a sanctified heart. But HOW is the superior value of a sanctified heart evaluated/measured/determined? The (superior)value of a sanctified heart is evaluated thru...

    The SUPERIOR VALUE Of A SANCTIFIED HEART—1Peter 3:13-17 Attention: *Cold case files may be re-opened because of the availability of new technologies. Because of the superior value of those technological advancements new evidence can be uncovered & new methods of examining evidence, which was ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Bobby Oliver avatar

    The Cry Of The Helpless Series

    Contributed by Bobby Oliver on Oct 2, 2018
    based on 2 ratings
     | 11,321 views

    The helpless cry out for God to act, they cry out for God to help, & they cry out for God to judge.

    TITLE: THE CRY OF THE HELPLESS TEXT: PSALM 10:12-18 INTRODUCTION: - We’re continuing our study through the book of Psalms. - Last time we were together, we looked at the first 11 verses of Chapter 10, where we’re given a description of the wicked. - We saw that the wicked are godless, the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Living Sacrifice To God Part 3 Series

    Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Oct 14, 2018
     | 3,975 views

    Part 3 of this series focuses on verse nine of Romans chapter 12.

    A Living Sacrifice To God Part 3 Scriptures: Romans 12:9; John 3:16; 15:13; Galatians 5:22 This is part three of my series “A Living Sacrifice to God.” To date we have covered verses one through eight where we find the Apostle Paul begging the Christians at Rome to present their physical ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Cameron Conway avatar

    Why The Church Fails To Conquer The Gates Of Hell

    Contributed by Cameron Conway on Oct 17, 2018
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,801 views

    What kind of impact is the church supposed to have in the world? Is it a continuing impact or one that ebbs and flows? Does yesterday’s victories guarantee that the territory taken by a church will remain indefinitely?

    For more information and other teachings, podcasts, videos, books and study guides visit https://conwaychristianresources.com What kind of impact is the church supposed to have in the world? Is it a continuing impact or one that ebbs and flows? Does yesterday’s victories guarantee that the ...read more

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    Denomination: Foursquare

  • David Owens avatar

    He Is Jealous For Me Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Oct 22, 2018
     | 9,908 views

    Why is God jealous for us and how is that a good thing?

    Introduction: A. If you like to listen to contemporary Christian music, then when you see the title of today’s sermon, “He is Jealous for Me,” you probably think of the David Crowder Band’s song “How He Loves,” because the song begins with that sentence. 1. The beginning of the song goes like ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ