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  • David Heflin avatar

    The Law Keeper Series

    Contributed by David Heflin on Jun 13, 2007
     | 3,937 views

    This sermon explores the relevancy of God’s Law and the only who ever truly fulfilled it. Jesus expected his disciples to experience that fulfillment in him.

    The Law Keeper Matt. 5:17-20 4/29/07 PSCOC Introduction: Holier Than Thou When I was a freshman in High School, I was referred to in this way. It wasn’t intended as a compliment. I made some of my peers uncomfortable. I didn’t cuss, drink, smoke, or any of that bad boy stuff. I would later go ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    "I Thrist" Series

    Contributed by Jimmy Chapman on Nov 5, 2006
    based on 51 ratings
     | 16,219 views

    examine the cry form the cross "I thirst"

    John 19:28 "I THIRST." These words were spoken by the suffering Saviour a little before he bowed his head and gave up the spirit. "I thirst." What a text for a sermon! A short one it is true, yet how comprehensive, how expressive, and how tragic! The Maker of heaven and earth with parched ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Very Jewish Messiah

    Contributed by Jeffrey Wildrick on Nov 8, 2006
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,087 views

    In a predominantly Gentile church, it’s easy to forget how important Jesus’ jewishness is to his mission as savior and Lord. This message explores his Jewish roots and shows how God’s purposes are fulfilled by our very Jewish messiah. Special emphasis on

    The Jesus I Never Knew: A Very Jewish Messiah Text: Matthew 26:17-30; Romans 11:17-24 November 5, 2006 Jeffrey Hayes Wildrick Today, we’re beginning a new series of messages inspired by the book, The Jesus I Never Knew, by Philip Yancy. Christians usually think they know a lot about Jesus. We ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    On Eagle's Wings

    Contributed by David Hicks on Nov 15, 2006
    based on 9 ratings
     | 23,168 views

    We live in a society that is plagued with a lack of sleep, low energy, discouragement, rampant depression, and a loss of joy. But hope waits for those who learn to wait upon the Lord.

    ON EAGLE’S WINGS Isaiah 40:27-31 Ask for a show of hands – keep them up! Who is tired today? How many are weary? Who is discouraged? Who has had a rough week? Who is facing a difficulty or trial that seems insurmountable? Who feels burdened today with a concern or question? Welcome to the ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

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    How Long O Lord

    Contributed by Lee Henry on Nov 15, 2006
    based on 11 ratings
     | 8,185 views

    This psalm shows us how we can overcome our despair through faith in God.

    How Long O Lord Psalm 13 “How long O Lord?” Four times in this brief psalm, David makes this plaintive cry. “How long O Lord?” This psalm was, no doubt, written during a low point in David’s life. Possibly during the time when Saul is pursuing David to try to kill him. This story is told in ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Be Opened Series

    Contributed by Dustin T Parker on Nov 19, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,823 views

    On this day, we dedicated our pipe organ, the gospel talked about a man who was healed who opened his voice in praise...we now have pipes that accompany our healed voices!

    Be Opened! Mark 7:31-37 9/24 † In Jesus Name † Grace, mercy and peace be yours, from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ! Pipes, just lieing in the nursery The hands of the master The wind blows through, The master smiles…. Back in April of this year, I attempted to go into the nursery, ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    How Can He Series

    Contributed by Dustin T Parker on Nov 19, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,190 views

    The strength to live the Christian Life, comes from the nourishment of our faith, as we share in the Lord’s Body and Blood...

    How can He? John 6:51-58 Prov 9 :1-6 Eph 5:15-20 9/3 † In the Name of Jesus † Grace to you, and peace, from God our Father, and our risen Lord Jesus Christ! Picture, A bird feeding its young The video camera pans across the side of a mountain, following a soaring eagle as it hunts for its ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    How To React To Persecution Series

    Contributed by Jason Jones on Jan 31, 2007
    based on 3 ratings
     | 4,321 views

    Exposition of 1 Peter 3:13-17

    Text: 1 Peter 3:13-17 Title: How to React to Persecution Date/Place: LSCC, 11/27/05, AM I. INTRODUCTION A. Opening illustration: the persecution of the insurance companies, the suffering of the bricklayer—ill file B. Background to passage: Peter again takes up the subject of Christians being ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Hardest Thing In The World

    Contributed by Scott Carmer on Feb 5, 2007
     | 2,063 views

    The hardest thing in the world is to consider suffering and trials a gift from God.

    The Hardest Thing in the World James 1:1-4 February 4, 2007 Have you ever felt like you’d been body slammed by life? I remember Christmas vacation of my sophomore year in high school. For some reason, the wrestling coach decided that we needed to practice. We practiced for 3 or 4 days of that ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    When Jesus Meets The World Series

    Contributed by Adrian Warnock on Feb 17, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,880 views

    Learn more about the most influential man in history from the most infulential book in history

    Based on a Sermon Preached by Adrian Warnock on 6th October 2002 at Jubilee Church QUESTIONS FOR DISCUSSION Ice breaker What is your name and what person in history other than Jesus do you most admire? Questions? IS Jesus really the most influential man in history? What kind of person ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    If

    Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Feb 23, 2007
    based on 5 ratings
     | 2,602 views

    In this sermon the 3 temptations of Christ Jesus and His response to them are compared to ways in which we are tempted today.

    If - Luke 4: 1 - 13 Intro: Martha needed a new dress to wear to church on Easter Sunday. She and Craig, her husband, went to the mall and as Martha was looking over the selection of dresses, Craig happened to notice a beautiful, shapely, young lady as she walked by in a rather snug fitting, ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    The Man Upstairs

    Contributed by Paul Dehaan on Feb 24, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 9,066 views

    This sermon deals with the humanity of Christ and the Priest in heaven making intercession for the saints.

    “The Man Upstairs” TEXT 1 Tim. 2:5-8 (KJV) For there is one God, and one mediator between God and men, the man Christ Jesus; [6] Who gave himself a ransom for all, to be testified in due time. [7] Whereunto I am ordained a preacher, and an apostle, (I speak the truth in Christ, and lie ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Urgent

    Contributed by Mike Gillett on Feb 28, 2007
    based on 5 ratings
     | 3,460 views

    Doing the tasks that really aren’t necessary rather then doing the important. The value of accountability, wisdom and counsel of godly leaders, such as, looking at a schedule and projecting how I will use the time God has given me for His glory.

    URGENT John 11:9 I love to read and study, but sometimes I find myself doing the tasks that really aren’t necessary. Do we give up the important for the urgent? Are the urgent issues of life the important issues? Working with the elders has been excellent accountability as well as a way to gain ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Smallville Of Nazareth Series

    Contributed by Scott Bayles on Aug 31, 2007
    based on 14 ratings
     | 5,279 views

    Everything that Superman aspires to be in imaginary tales, Jesus is in reality—and so much more. The story of Superman is really a modern day parable for the story of Jesus Christ. This is the first in a series of youth lessons title: Jesus Is My Superher

    The Smallville of Nazareth Between the child rocketed from the doomed planet Krypton and the symbol of truth and justice Superman is destined to become, lies a vitally important aspect of Superman mythology—Smallville. Catching fire upon entering Earth’s atmosphere, the baby Kal-El’s spaceship ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    Why Was Jesus Jewish? Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Sep 24, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,385 views

    To really be able to understand and immitate Jesus we have to understand His Jewishness and the Jewish time and culture into which He was born.

    Introduction: A. As you know, most religious groups have identifying characteristics. 1. A kindergarten teacher gave her class a "show and tell" assignment of bringing something to represent their religion. 2. The first boy got in front of the class and said, "My name is Benjamin and I am Jewish ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ