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  • Stephen Collins avatar

    Why Christmas Matters Series

    Contributed by Stephen Collins on Dec 11, 2008
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    Part 1 of our series tied in to Advent Conspiracy. We called it "simplechristmas."

    [This message was inspired by Rodney Buchanan’s excellent sermon on John 1:14 entitled, "The Word Made Flesh." You can find it here: http://www.sermoncentral.com/print_friendly.asp ContributorID=&SermonID=41438] Stephen N. Collins Millville – 11/30/08 simplechristmas Part 1: Why Christmas ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Who Shall Roll Away The Stone?

    Contributed by Allan Kircher on Apr 26, 2011
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     | 5,971 views

    That question gathers up the mournful enquiry of the whole universe. “Who shall roll away the stone?” In man’s path of happiness lies this huge rock, which completely blocks the road to eternity. Who among the mighty shall remove the barrier?

    Who shall roll away the stone? Shell Point Baptist Church Pastor Allan H. Kircher Matthew 28:2,“The angel of the Lord descended from Heaven, and came and rolled back the stone from the door, and sat upon it.” As the holy women went towards the tomb in the twilight of the morning ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    "daniel In The Lion's Den"

    Contributed by Christopher Arch on Nov 12, 2022
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     | 2,777 views

    This message is a series on the book of Daniel.

    Title: “Daniel in the Lion’s Den” Scripture: Daniel 6 Type: Series/expository Where: GNBC 11-13-22 Intro: The account of God’s miraculous deliverance of Daniel in the lion’s den is one of the most notable stories in the OT. In the story we see how a faithful God delivers His faithful servant, ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Encourage: The Power Of Gathering Series

    Contributed by Duane Wente on Aug 19, 2024
     | 1,563 views

    Christians were never meant to journey alone. The church provides essential encouragement through fellowship offering mutual support, worship lifting our spirits, and shared experiences strengthening our bonds. We need to actively encourage one another, following the early church's example.

    Introduction Video Ill.: Iron — FreeBridge Media We need each other. We were not made to walk through this life alone. I believe that is one of the reasons that the early church gathered so frequently and so often. I believe that is why they were devoted together.   In Acts 2:42, we ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Holy Spirit In The End Times Series

    Contributed by John Oscar on Jun 8, 2025
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     | 619 views

    A sermon that shows how the ministry of the Holy Spirit will shift in the end times

    The Holy Spirit in the End Times. Book of Daniel Series June 8th, 2025 Text: Daniel 11:32-35 (CSB) Introduction: Today is Pentecost Sunday, a day we celebrate the outpouring of the Holy Spirit on the early church. It’s a day to rejoice in the Spirit’s power, presence, and purpose in our lives. I ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Standing Alone In A Hostile Environment

    Contributed by Christopher Arch on Sep 27, 2025
     | 194 views

    Series on Daniel

    Title: “Living for God in a Hostile Environment” Script: Daniel 1 Type: Expository Series Where: GNBC 9-28-25 Intro: There will be times in your life that you will be challenged to stand alone. Sometimes, you’ll find yourself in situations where you will need to decide if you will obey God or ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    "Freedom For Prisoners"

    Contributed by Robert Leroe on Jul 16, 2002
    based on 19 ratings
     | 12,108 views

    As we envision the Nativity-—the baby Jesus surrounded by his parents, shepherds and wise men—-let’s remind ourselves that our Lord came to suffer and set captives free.

    "Freedom for Prisoners" Rev Dr Robert Leroe, Cliftondale Congregational Church, Saugus, Massachusetts As we celebrate the birth of Jesus, let’s also be aware of how He began His ministry. Jesus read these words from Isaiah, and applied them to Himself: “The Spirit of the Lord is upon Me, ...read more

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    Denomination: Congregational

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    How To Endure Inspite Of Circumstances

    Contributed by Michael Blankenship on Jan 3, 2001
    based on 168 ratings
     | 6,272 views

    Jabez was called a child of sorrow by his mother. The name never came to fruition because he trusted God.

    Dickerson Road Baptist Church Wednesday Evening: January 3, Pastor, Dr.Michael Blankenship 1Chronicles 4:9-11 A Prayer of Jabez. Little is known of this biblical character Jabez. He comes listed only under the lineage of Judah, he seems to be misplaced here in this verse coming from no where ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Seventeen Benefits Of Freedom In Christ

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Aug 9, 2004
    based on 36 ratings
     | 29,116 views

    "Whom the Son sets free you are free indeed." Tell others how the Lord has freed you from compulsive behavior, fear, anger, lust, envy, abuse, bad attitudes and thoughts through the meditation on the scriptures. God’s word has a way of freeing our thought

    Seventeen Benefits of Freedom in Christ (Gal 5:1-10) Illustration: Stand fast therefore in the liberty by which Christ has made us free. --Galatians 5:1 "Live life without limits with a new El Dorado," said the announcer with confidence. This radio advertisement for a local Cadillac dealer made ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Deacon Ordination

    Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Jan 6, 2004
    based on 58 ratings
     | 15,622 views

    charge to deacons--You Should Be A Good Deacon, Protecting the Word, a Godly Deacon, Practicing the Word, and A Growing Deacon, Progressing in the Word.

    DEACON ORDINATION 1-13-02 GRACE BAPTIST CHURCH Tonite’s charge is addressed to these men…all are welcome to listen in. I Tim. 4:1, 2, 6 I Tim. 3 gives the qualifications of Pastors and Deacons. If we’ll just look a bit farther to ch. 4 we will find the duties and character qualities both ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Unifying Joy Series

    Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Jun 22, 2004
    based on 20 ratings
     | 4,568 views

    Part 5 of study of Philippians

    THE PASTOR’S POINTS Bible Teaching Ministry of CEDAR LODGE BAPTIST CHURCH Thomasville, NC Dr. Russell Brownworth, Pastor ---------- Talk about extremes! The very best place to be is in a church that is unified and handling well the threats to unity. The very worst is a church that is ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    God Came Near - No One Noticed

    Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Mar 17, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,266 views

    Jesus is the one sent by God, who is the only way to God. All previous institutions, customs and feasts lose meaning in the presence of Jesus.

    In Jesus Holy Name March 19, 2006 Text – John 2:14-21 Lent III – Redeemer “God Came Near – No One Noticed” When we open the pages in the Gospel of John, the first miracle that John records, finds Jesus changing water into wine. After a few days Jesus and his extended entourage ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    To Obey Is Better

    Contributed by Robert Leroe on Jul 5, 2006
    based on 14 ratings
     | 4,013 views

    Those in positions of leadership answer to God. When they desert God and go their own way, God can humble them.

    “To Obey is Better” I Samuel 15 -Pastor Bob Leroe, Cliftondale Congregational Church, Saugus, Massachusetts In John’s Gospel, Jesus explains how to prove our commitment to Him: “If you love Me, you will keep My commandments” (14:15). In I Samuel 15 King ...read more

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    Denomination: Congregational

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    Need For Speed Series

    Contributed by Charles Wallis on Jan 28, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,608 views

    We can experience God by learning to be silent.

    Need for Speed January 28, 2009 What is the most thrlling, exciting thing you have ever experienced? How did it feel? How long did that feeling last? Why do we need speed? Roller Coasters: We wait an hour for a 30 sec thrill. We all have a need for excitement, thrills, but that need can ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    How To Get Pass Your Pain

    Contributed by Henry Lee Clay on May 5, 2005
    based on 51 ratings
     | 19,539 views

    We often allow the pain of our past to continue to rule us in our present and predetermine our future. Where you are now is not where you have to stay.

    There exist in this world in which we live a countless number of hurting, injured, abused and dysfunctional people that are living a virtual life of the “Invasion of the Body Snatchers”. Those of you that are old enough may remember that movie that was released in 1968. The plot was based upon ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist