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  • David Henderson avatar

    Why Does The Resurrection Matter? Series

    Contributed by David Henderson on Apr 28, 2014
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    What is the difference in Buddhism, Islam, Judaism and Christianity? Simple. Of the four major religions today only one claims an empty tomb. The resurrection is the miracle that makes a difference between a religion that is dead and one that is alive.

    Why does the Resurrection matter? John 20:1-20 History records that Abraham who is known as the founder of the Jewish faith. 2000 years before the birth of Christ. His body remains in that tomb. History also records that in the year 483 BC that Buddha who about 80 at the time died from eating ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    After Easter: He Showed Them His Hands And Feet Series

    Contributed by Jonathan Spurlock on Apr 9, 2021
     | 4,796 views

    The disciples were still in Jerusalem during the evening of Resurrection Day. When the Lord Jesus Christ appeared suddenly, they were terrified! But when they saw His hands and feet, they began to believe HE WAS ALIVE!

    Introduction: On Resurrection Day, the Lord Jesus Christ had walked with Cleopas and another disciple from Jerusalem to Emmaus. The Lord not only walked with them, He also explained the Scriptures about Himself to them and shared a meal with them. After this, He vanished out of their sight and the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Michael Stark avatar

    God With Us Series

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Dec 24, 2013
     | 4,971 views

    God, in Christ, is with us. His presence is our hope and our peace.

    “‘Behold, the virgin shall conceive and bear a son, and they shall call his name Immanuel” (which means, God with us).” Christmas Eve, and the world is at peace. Or is peace only a vague and puerile wish? Conflicts continue unabated throughout the world. Governments are ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Overcoming Pandemic Grief

    Contributed by Dr. Fred W. Penney on Mar 8, 2021
     | 4,828 views

    This sermon addresses the grief we are all experiencing - especially during the global pandemic. It looks at the raising of Lazarus in John 11

    Title: “A new lease on life – or eternal life.” Subject: How can we handle grief in a healthy/gospel-centric way? Complement: By allowing Christ’s resurrection to speak hope into our grief. Preaching idea: “a new lease on life – or a new life!" Purpose: to offer a gospel perspective on ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    "Don't Worry About Complaining"

    Contributed by Ken Sauer on Aug 2, 2012
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     | 5,456 views

    A sermon about God's love and provision.

    Exodus 16:2-4, 9-15 “Don’t Worry about Complaining” We were very blessed to have a wonderful vacation in Kiawah Island, South Carolina the week before last. My sister recently purchased a beach house there, and that is how we were able to go. The beach at Kiawah is ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    The Right Side Of Easter

    Contributed by Rick Pendleton on Apr 9, 2009
    based on 44 ratings
     | 19,942 views

    Many Christians are living on the Calvary side of Easter. They live as if Jesus died for their sins (ie… they are saved) but without the power, the joy, the redemption and the transformation of Easter.

    The Right Side of Easter Point of sermon: Many Christians are living on the Calvary side of Easter. They live as if Jesus died for their sins (ie… they are saved) but without the power, the joy, the redemption and the transformation of Easter. Sermon: Earlier we sang the familiar words, "Low in ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Christmas-- It's The Real Thing (Confessions Of A Christmas Lover)

    Contributed by Brad Bailey on Aug 2, 2004
    based on 84 ratings
     | 6,807 views

    A sermon about sensing the hope of Christmas even amidst dark times.

    Intro…I’d like to begin with a confession tonight; an introduction in the tradition of a 12 step meeting; and those who know something of such meetings can help me out with your response. “My name is Brad and I’m a Christmas lover.” I feel welcomed! And I do truly love Christmas. As I get ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Gospel For Underdogs

    Contributed by Don Schultz on Apr 2, 2015
     | 9,667 views

    The disciples didn't stand a chance. Neither do you. But there is hope...

    John 17:11-19 The Gospel for Underdogs 11 I will remain in the world no longer, but they are still in the world, and I am coming to you. Holy Father, protect them by the power of your name, the name you gave me, so that they may be one as we are one. 12 While I was with them, I protected them and ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    "The Reason We Live"

    Contributed by Ken Sauer on Apr 9, 2009
    based on 9 ratings
     | 7,017 views

    A sermon for Easter.

    The Reason We Live John 20:1-18 By: Rev. Ken Sauer, Pastor of Grace UMC, Soddy Daisy, TN www.graceumcsd.org “Woman why are you crying?” the two angels asked Mary Magdalene. Perhaps we should ask ourselves this same question this morning. Because deep down inside, or perhaps right at the ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Not Forgotten!

    Contributed by Mark Opperman on May 29, 2013
     | 5,537 views

    Paul writes to encourage the believers that Christ had not returned yet. They had not been left behind because if the Day of the Lord had begun, certain things would have happened already.

    Not Forgotten! 2 Thessalonians 2:1-5 1 Concerning the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ and our being gathered to him, we ask you, brothers, 2 not to become easily unsettled or alarmed by some prophecy, report or letter supposed to have come from us, saying that the day of the Lord has already ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    A Stewardship To Proclaim The Mystery Of God Now Revealed Series

    Contributed by John Lowe on Sep 23, 2018
     | 4,164 views

    “I have become its servant.” Paul says that he is not only a servant of Jesus Christ; he is also a servant of the Church, appointed and commissioned by the Lord.

    7/18/18 Tom Lowe IIIA2a? A Stewardship to Proclaim the Mystery of God Now Revealed (Colossians 1:25-27) • “Special Notes” and “Scripture” follow associated verses. • NIV Bible is used throughout unless noted otherwise. Colossians 1:25-27 (NIV) (Text) 1:25-27: 25 I have become its servant by ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • William Baeta avatar

    The God Of The Living And Not The Dead

    Contributed by William Baeta on Nov 5, 2002
    based on 55 ratings
     | 16,509 views

    “Even Moses showed that the dead rise, for he calls the Lord ‘the God of Abraham, and the God of Isaac, and the God of Jacob. He is not the God of the dead, but of the living, for to Him all are alive’” Luke 20:37-38.

    Introduction: One of the great revelations of Holy Scripture is the resurrection of Jesus Christ. In the words of the apostle Paul God “according to His great mercy has caused us to be born again to a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead.” Christ’s resurrection not ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Taken Away

    Contributed by Mark Aarssen on Apr 13, 2015
     | 4,241 views

    God will remove certain individuals from earth just as they are alive and well and He will take them up or to Heaven for some undisclosed purpose. These abductees are still human but not eternal and God will use them at a later date.

    Taken Away 2 Kings 2:5-17 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18 The title of today’s message may be one that some of you have a hard time putting into context. By taken away I do not mean that my wife has called Tom Millard’s co-workers to come and pick me up and take me away to that special ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Roger Hasselquist avatar

    Help Me God, I'm Sad Series

    Contributed by Roger Hasselquist on Oct 17, 2022
     | 4,151 views

    Sadness almost always accompanies loss. We all feel sad sometimes. The scripture that deals with sadness the most, and in the most agonizing way, is the book of Lamentations written by the prophet Jeremiah.

    8-25-13 (Revised 10-16-2022) HELP ME GOD, I'M SAD! Lamentations 3:19-58 This morning, we are going to be taking a look at the book of Lamentations which has the sad lamentings of the prophet Jeremiah. Have you ever had to pray, “Help me God, I'm sad”? The actress, Brooke Shields, has ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Someone Stronger

    Contributed by Nathan Johnson on Nov 13, 2009
    based on 13 ratings
     | 4,420 views

    No one can break the power of Satan in their lives without the power of Jesus. He is the only one that can overcome the darkness to bring seeking men into the light.

    Someone Stronger Prairie Baptist Church – 11/15/09 A.M. Service Text: Mark 5:1-20 Key verse: Mark 5:19 - However, Jesus did not permit him, but said to him, “Go home to your friends, and tell them what great things the Lord has done for you, and how He has had compassion on you.” Premise: No ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist