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  • Dr. Steve Newton avatar

    The Tabernacle Part 11 The Ark Of The Covenant Series

    Contributed by Dr. Steve Newton on Oct 25, 2017
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    Jesus was the Ark of the Covenant in the center of His people in the flesh. Here we see Jesus the Messiah...all man ..all God dwelling together amonst His people.

    THE ARK OF THE COVENANT (Exodus 25:10-22; 37:1-9) The Ark of the Covenant, with its covering, the mercy seat, was the first article that God commanded Moses to make. In the work of salvation, it is always from God to man It was God who said, "Adam, where art thou?" instead of Adam calling to ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Fred Sigle avatar

    "god Wants Me To Be Happy" Series

    Contributed by Fred Sigle on Jan 12, 2023
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    Although God is certainly not against one being happy, His greatest desire is not our happiness but our holiness.

    A. 2 Timothy 3:16-17 (READ and COMMENT) 1. How many of you actually believe that the Bible is God’s Word for mankind? COMMENT: Apart from His Son Jesus Christ, the greatest GIFT that God could have provided for mankind is the Bible—His Living Word—because it is literally God—our ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Fred Sigle avatar

    Pergamum: The Compromising Church Series

    Contributed by Fred Sigle on Jan 12, 2023
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    The apostle John is asked by the resurrected and victorious Christ to write to the seven churches of Asia, a message that, although directed to specific churches, applies to the church universal.

    A. Revelation 2:12- “To the angel of the church in Pergamum write: These are the words of Him who has the sharp, double-edged sword.” 1. When the GLORIFIED Christ first appeared to John, the apostle said that He had a “sharp double- edged sword protruding from His mouth”- Revelation ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Test Of The Talents

    Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Oct 30, 2017
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    What we should do with the opportunities that God has given us.

    "The Test of the Talents" Matthew 25:14-30 Matthew 25:14 For the kingdom of heaven is as a man travelling into a far country, who called his own servants, and delivered unto them his goods. 15 And unto one he gave five talents, to another two, and to another one; to every man according to his ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Baptism Sermon Series

    Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Nov 5, 2017
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    This is a message before a baptism service. It includes a standard 'congregational renewal of Baptismal Vows" at the end of the message.

    October 15, 2017 sermon - Baptism - Ephesians Series – Part 1 – Ephesians 1:1-6 I speak to you in the name of the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit. Amen. And I speak to you today, on a joyous day that marks the baptism of 6 adults and the dedication of one infant in the name of the Father ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Battle In Gethsemane

    Contributed by David Mende on Apr 15, 2019
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    We must be eternally grateful to Christ because he submitted to the Father’s will in Gethsemane so that we can be saved. I would be delighted if you could rate this sermon and give brief feedback.

    Introduction: Can you imagine the most painful situation that you faced in your life? We all experience agony and pain in our lives. People who lived during the Bible times also faced painful situations. Imagine the pain that Abraham went through as he prepared to offer his son, Isaac as a ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Palm Sunday: Countdown To Resurrection

    Contributed by John Petty on Apr 28, 2019
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    Palm Sunday began the final countdown to the two most important events the world has ever experienced; the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ.

    Palm Sunday: Countdown to Resurrection John 12:12-19 (NLT2) 12 The next day, the news that Jesus was on the way to Jerusalem swept through the city. A large crowd of Passover visitors 13 took palm branches and went down the road to meet him. They shouted, “Praise God! Blessings on the one who ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Sermon # 43 - Good News For All Series

    Contributed by Andrew Dixon on Jul 14, 2023
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    In a world that bombards us with bad news, there is hope and good news only through Jesus Christ. The good news of the gospel can transform all of our situations if only we give heed and believe.

    Here’s what is recorded in Luke 2:10, but the angel said to them, "Don't be afraid! I am here with good news for you, which will bring great joy to all the people. (GNB) From the above mentioned verse, the word that I would like to highlight for our meditation is the word ‘good news’. ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

  • Howard Strickland avatar

    Priorities In Worship, Part 5

    Contributed by Howard Strickland on Jul 28, 2023
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    There are seven essential components of an effective worship service. 1. Powerful prayer. 2. Meaningful music. 3. Passionate praise....

    Priorities In Worship, Part 5 Hebrews 10, 24–25 Hebrews 10:22-25NKJV Let us hold fast the confession of our hope without wavering, for He who promised is faithful. 24 And let us consider one another in order to stir up love and good works, 25 not forsaking the assembling of ourselves together, as ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Our Principle Assets(2023)-4

    Contributed by Byron Sherman on Aug 1, 2023
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    4 of 7. Paul & Sosthenes opened their letter to the Corinthian church by informing them of their most important spiritual assets. The local(our) church has important spiritual assets. But What are some of those assets? A Principle Asset of the Christian church is...

    Our PRINCIPLE ASSETS-IV--A—1Corinthians 1:4-5(:1-9) ATTENTION: WILD VINES—At the pastor’s house we are in the midst of a battle with Wild Grape vines & Carolina Jessamine vines. They are so prolific that they especially ‘wreak havoc’ on tree seedlings, pulling the young trees to the ground ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Howard Strickland avatar

    The Heaven Scenario.

    Contributed by Howard Strickland on Aug 8, 2023
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     | 1,344 views

    At the beginning put yourself all alone at night... Powerful message. Helped, and saved many.

    The Heaven Scenario. 1 Corinthians 2:9NKJV Listen, listen. It was late I was sitting around the dying embers of the campfire when I heard a noise. It sounded as if someone or something was walking over a bunch of broken branches. I thought to myself, I wonder what that is? maybe a wild animal or a ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Ken Sauer avatar

    "guarding Our Hearts And Minds"

    Contributed by Ken Sauer on Aug 15, 2023
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     | 2,787 views

    A sermon about putting our worries and anxieties into the faithful hands of Christ.

    “Guarding our Hearts and Minds” Philippians 4:4-9 Recently, I got an email from a friend living in another state. She writes: “Everything feels uncertain. My mind often jumps to worst-case scenarios. I have no control over my life… …No control over what might happen to me tomorrow… …I ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

  • Phillip Smith avatar

    Baptism

    Contributed by Phillip Smith on Aug 16, 2023
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    At the end of the time Jesus was upon the earth, he showed himself to his disciples and told them certain things they were to do after he returned to Heaven. Luke records some of the things commanded. Matthew gives a clear command, "Baptizing them". Let us find out about this baptism.

    At the end of the time Jesus was upon the earth, he showed himself to his disciples and told them certain things they were to do after he returned to Heaven. Let us read Luke’s account; Luke 24:44-53. 44 And he said unto them, These are the words which I spake unto you, while I was yet with you, ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Walking The Beat

    Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Aug 18, 2023
     | 839 views

    Wherever God has placed you, there are people who need the Gospel. Each one of us has a neighborhood beat to walk, and we are all on duty.

    Almost everyone who watches TV at all watches reality shows, from The Bachelor to Project Runway to the Kardashians. Not to mention Hoarders and almost anything on HGTV. But the most popular reality show ever was Survival. Do you know that about 51 million people watched the last episode? It beat ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Howard Strickland avatar

    Simply Ask.

    Contributed by Howard Strickland on Aug 25, 2023
     | 1,288 views

    Crane Eater Community Church, the answer for us, our families, and our society as a whole is Jesus!

    Simply Ask. Second Corinthians 1:20-22 Her doctor said her detached retinas couldn’t be repaired. But after living without sight for 15 years – learning braille, and using a cane and a service dog- this Montana woman’s life was changed when her husband asked another eye doctor a simple question: ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal