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  • Jay Winters avatar

    The Reality Of The Trinity

    Contributed by Jay Winters on Jun 10, 2006
    based on 5 ratings
     | 4,729 views

    Goal: To feel the reality of our sonship and call out "Abba/Daddy". Malady: We fear that God is a "dead beat dad." Means: Through the cross, we find the reality of the Trinity and our sonship through Christ. Trinity, Father’s Day, Sonship, Da Vinci Cod

    In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit – the Holy Three In One who grants us sonship that makes us cry out, “Abba, Father!” Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ, What is your last name? What does it mean? My last name, Winters, was shortened when my relatives came to ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    What's So Great About Temptation? Series

    Contributed by Andy Atkins on Jan 10, 2001
    based on 109 ratings
     | 5,371 views

    Without temptations and trials, Christians will never become mature followers of Christ.

    What’s So Great About Temptation? James 1:1-18 Baby Boomers are coasting into the golden years in record numbers nowadays, bringing with them the trappings of a somewhat new phenomenon: Peter Pan Syndrome. While the surface indicators may not take the rest of us by surprise, the facts are clear ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Born To Die Series

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Dec 3, 2004
    based on 26 ratings
     | 9,087 views

    Some may lament Jesus’ death as a great tragedy. But Jesus’ death was not a tragedy. This sermon notes five reasons why Jesus’ death was not a tragedy.

    Scripture If you were here last week, you may recall me saying that the word advent means “coming.” Advent signifies the period preceding the birth of Jesus when the Church anticipates the coming of the promised Messiah. The purpose of Advent is to help worshipers understand the events preceding ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    A Perfect Gift

    Contributed by David Dewitt on Dec 10, 2001
    based on 75 ratings
     | 7,419 views

    God has given us a perfect gift in the sending of His Son Jesus Christ.

    A Perfect Gift Galatians 4:4-5 December 2001 Introduction . Christmas means that: He descended that we might ascend (John 6:38, 14:3). He became poor that we might become rich (2 Cor. 8:9, Jas. 2:5). He was born that we might be born again (John 1:14, 3:2,7). He became a servant ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Your Big Brother Jesus

    Contributed by Charles Salmon on Aug 19, 2004
    based on 21 ratings
     | 8,690 views

    Your older brother, Jesus, understands your problems and temptations. He will protect you against the world’s biggest bully. He will deliver you from your greatest threat - death.

    Your Big Brother Jesus Heb. 2:14, 15 INTRO.: I’ve never had an older brother. I am an older brother, so I know a little of what it’s like. An older brother is someone who sticks up for you in a fight and blames you when Mom is angry. He gets the new clothes first and you have to wear ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Peter: The Primary Disciple Lesson 4 Series

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Oct 6, 2023
     | 1,490 views

    God chooses His leaders by His sovereignty, but leadership emerges as a person grows in faith and develops his gifts to serve God.

    A. PETER’S NEW NAME … NEW CHALLENGE … NEW OPPORTUNITY 1. A new name. His original name was Simon (John 1:42), a modification of Simeon “to listen.” Could Peter ever have listened? When Peter was brought by Andrew (constrained to come) to Jesus (John 1:42), Jesus changed his name to Cephas which ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Baby On The Way: A Birth Announcement

    Contributed by Troy Borst on Dec 6, 2004
    based on 26 ratings
     | 7,909 views

    An announcement usually has: the baby’s name, date and time of birth, weight , length, and place, siblings, and of course the parents’ names. Let’s look at these things about Jesus that we might understand His birth better.

    A Baby on the Way: A Birth Announcement Luke 1:26-38 Luke 2:1-8 INTRODUCTION... Howard Hendricks, quoted in Homemade, September, 1989 A little boy asked his mother where he came from, and also where she had come from as a baby. His mother gave him a tall tale about a beautiful white-feathered ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    "Fly High" - Acts Part 24 Series

    Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Feb 6, 2007
    based on 7 ratings
     | 14,931 views

    Paul knew that life was not fair and that men were corrupt but he also knew that God was good and He was always faithful. So Paul stayed committed to the faith even through unjust trials and unfair situations. It’s a lesson that the American Christian nee

    Fly High Acts part 24 – Book of Acts Video Illustration: From Sermon Spice – Conspiracy Thesis: Paul knew that life was not fair and that men were corrupt but he also knew that God was good and He was always faithful. So Paul stayed committed to the faith even through unjust trials and unfair ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Jesus Is Our Perfect High Priest

    Contributed by Timm Meyer on Mar 14, 2008
    based on 5 ratings
     | 5,030 views

    Lent 5(B) - Jesus is our perfect High Priest. Jesus makes a sacrifice of suffering and an offering of obedience for our sins.

    JESUS IS OUR PERFECT HIGH PRIEST (Outline) March 9, 2008 – LENT 5 - Hebrews 5:7-9 INTRO: These verses remind us that Jesus is our perfect High Priest. A quick review is in order. Martin Luther compiled the “Small Catechism” so that parents might teach their children the basic teachings of ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    When Church Hurts PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 7, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,060 views

    This sermon explores how to handle hurt, find healing, and maintain hope through faith in Jesus Christ, our Savior and Healer.

    Good morning, dear friends. It is a joy and a privilege to gather together today, unified in our faith and our shared love for the Lord. We are here to open our hearts and minds to the Word of God, to seek His wisdom, and to encourage each other in our walk with Him. Today, we will focus on a topic ...read more

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    Turning Trials Into Triumphs Series

    Contributed by Steve Malone on Apr 5, 2001
    based on 114 ratings
     | 12,015 views

    In the message James the half brother of Jesus will teach us we CAN turn our trials into triumphs. (Real Faith For The Real World - prt one)

    "Turning Trials Into Triumphs" TEXT: JAMES 1:1-12 Today we begin a study of the book of James. But before we begin our study I think it would be good for us to do a little background about this great book in God’s Word. Now, one thing that often adds a great deal of insight to the meaning of ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    "Dueling With The Devil"

    Contributed by Ken Sauer on Feb 12, 2002
    based on 46 ratings
     | 4,676 views

    Only through Christ can we have victory in life.

    Matthew 4:1-11 “Dueling With The Devil” By: Kenneth Emerson Sauer Pastor, Parkview United Methodist Church, Newport News, VA If I recall correctly through my very limited knowledge of Greek mythology, Achilles was the guy who was dipped head first into the River Styx, and this made him ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    God Sends His Light Into The World

    Contributed by Christopher Raiford on Jul 11, 2002
    based on 91 ratings
     | 11,257 views

    Sermon for the Epiphany Season

    God Sends His Light into the World 1. A light that shines out of the darkness 2. A light that shines out for us all Dear Christian Friends: Have you ever been in a place where there’s no light whatsoever? I remember on a couple of occasions when my wife and I went on tours through caves, and they ...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
     | 4,220 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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    What If God Was One Of Us Series

    Contributed by Dave Bootsma on Sep 20, 2006
    based on 5 ratings
     | 6,134 views

    The creed says Jesus was conceived by the Spirit and born of the Virgin Mary. Is it really necessary to believe in the virgin birth?

    In the TV show thirtysomething Hope, a Christian, argues with her Jewish husband, Michael, about the holidays. Michael exploded…. “Do you really believe an angel appeared to some teenage girl who then got pregnant without ever having sex and traveled on horseback to Bethlehem where she spent the ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed