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  • C. Philip Green avatar

    Christ’s Real Family Series

    Contributed by C. Philip Green on Feb 6, 2013
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     | 9,589 views

    If you want to be part of Christ’s real family, then don’t reject Him as a lunatic; don’t revile him as a devil; receive Him as Lord.

    For years an elderly gentleman had serious hearing problems, and for years his family tried again and again to persuade him to get a hearing aid, but he always refused. Then finally, one day, he gave in. He went to the doctor and was fitted for a set of one of those nearly invisible hearing aids ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    "jairus' Daughter Had A Concerned Father"

    Contributed by Christopher Arch on May 16, 2020
     | 7,345 views

    A message for Father's Day

    Title: “Jairus’ Daughter Had a Concerned Father” Script: Lk. 8:40-56 Type: Father’s Day Where: GNBC 6-15-2014 Intro: In 1950, 17 percent of African-American children lived in a home with their mother but not their father. By 2010 that had increased to 50 percent. In 1965, only eight percent ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Christ’s Example Of Love

    Contributed by Jim Brown on Feb 14, 2026
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    Interesting insights into Paul’s heart. He wishes for unity and for others to follow Christ’s example, growing in Christ, and showing through Paul’s example. (Paul’s call for following Christ and church unity).

    Christ’s Example of Love Phillipi was sort of a retirement city so had mostly older people and particularly those from the Roman guard who had retired. Likely due to the large number of older people set in their ways and retired Roman guard, Christianity had a lot of resistance in the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    An Empty Tomb

    Contributed by Mary Erickson on Apr 5, 2021
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     | 4,419 views

    The empty tomb is the first sign of Jesus' resurrection.

    April 4, 2021 Hope Lutheran Church Rev. Mary Erickson Mark 16:1-8 An Empty Tomb Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. The tomb wasn’t supposed to be empty. After the Sabbath ended, Mary Magdalene and her friends went to the tomb ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    The Case For Christ

    Contributed by Scott Bayles on Apr 18, 2009
    based on 10 ratings
     | 13,712 views

    This is based on Peter’s first sermon in Acts 2, and reveals the evidence and arguments that prove Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God. It is an expository sermon. Power Point is available, just e-mail me.

    The Case for Christ by Scott R. Bayles, preacher Church of Christ, Freeport, Illinois One day, a handful of Greek men approached Phillip and said, “Sir, we wish to see Jesus” (John 12:21). Seeing Jesus has been on the minds of spiritual seekers ever since. Jesus is the world’s preeminent ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    The Tomb Is Empty. He Is Risen! Resurrection Sunday Sermon In Scripture Series

    Contributed by William Akehurst on Apr 21, 2025
     | 416 views

    The Tomb is Empty! HE IS RISEN! From the Beginning to the End. Life-Death-Burial-Resurrection-Ascension-Return! Jesus fulfilled prophecy of the Messiah to come and save the world from sin. And HE's coming soon. Time is of the essence. Act now!

    2025.04.20. Sermon Notes. Resurrection Day! (Easter) A Sermon in Scripture William Akehurst, HSW BIG IDEA: The Tomb is Empty! HE IS RISEN! From the Beginning to the End. Jesus fulfilled prophecy of the Messiah to come and save the world from sin. Life-Death-Burial-Resurrection! HE IS: Our ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Christ’s Victory Over Death

    Contributed by Ivy Drafor-Amenyah on Apr 16, 2022
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    The death and resurrection of Jesus brought complete victory over sin, sickness and satan.

    Introduction Imagine that Jesus died but did not rise from the dead? If He died but there is no resurrection, then there will be no ascension. If there is no ascension, there is no Pentecost. If there is no Pentecost, there is no power. Christianity will be a religion without power. Christianity ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    The Body Of Christ Series

    Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on May 15, 2016
     | 4,797 views

    The Eucharist is our Christian todah sacrifice

    Corpus Christi 2016 Solemnity of the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ Is it possible for any American not to know that this is Memorial Day weekend? Realistically, the main reason for this awareness is that everybody marketing anything is having a Memorial Day sale. But because everyone knows ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

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    Preparing For Christ’s Return Series

    Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Mar 3, 2010
    based on 14 ratings
     | 18,129 views

    When Jesus returns to take His people to heaven, we must be ready. Spiritual preparation cannot be bought or borrowed at the last minute. The story of how the 5 virgins missed it all is perfectly true to life. It gives us the imagery of how we need to be

    Opening illustration: Articulate my early arrival for my marriage ceremony and the people from the bride’s side were not ready and waiting at the church gate for welcoming the guests from the bridegroom’s family. On a similar not my youngest brother-in-law arrived 3 hours late during his wedding to ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    On The Shores Of Galilee

    Contributed by Peter Johnstone on May 27, 2011
     | 6,550 views

    A Post Resurrection appearance of Jesus that mirrors the gospel and invites us to follow him

    The 21st chapter of John’s Gospel is one of the strangest and most mysterious chapters in the gospel. It is such that, if this chapter didn’t exist at the end of John’s Gospel (and you only had chapters 1 to 20) there is no way under heaven that you guess that it existed! You ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Our King Jesus Proves He Is Alive Series

    Contributed by Allan Quak on Apr 25, 2018
     | 7,436 views

    In the days following his resurrection Jesus keeps appearing, eventually over 500 people are witnesses that he is alive. However the most important witness to the resurrection is that all Scripture points to the suffering, but risen, Saviour.

    Message Luke 24:36-49 Our King Jesus Proves He Is Alive When it comes to the importance of the resurrection Paul pulls no punches 14 If Christ has not been raised, our preaching is useless and so is your faith. … 17 If Christ has not been raised, your faith is futile; you are still in your sins. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Christ And The Little Christs In Us

    Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Dec 28, 2013
     | 2,176 views

    We owe a great debt to the saints, like Basil and Gregory, who defended the divinity and Messiahship of Jesus.

    January 2, 2014 Thursday before Epiphany–Ss Basil and Gregory Lumen Fidei Today we have what might be called “the proclamation of John,” and we hear both Johns speaking to us of Christ. John the Baptist tells us that he is NOT the Christ. John the apostle tells us that Jesus is ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

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    The Purpose Of Christ’s Reign PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,835 views

    Explore the profound meaning and implications of Christ's reign, as stated in 1 Corinthians 15:25, focusing on its necessity, symbolism, and impact.

    Good morning, Church Family! Today, we're diving into a powerful message from the heart of 1 Corinthians. We're going to explore the profound meaning and far-reaching implications of one of the most foundational truths of Christianity - Christ's reign. Our Scripture for today comes from 1 ...read more

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    Following Christ: Confessing Christ PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 980 views

    Explore the power of confessing Christ, the process of discipleship, and the profound impact of following Jesus.

    Good morning, church family! Today, we'll be diving into a crucial passage from Matthew 16:13-20. A passage that deals with the power of confessing Christ, the process of discipleship, and the profound impact that following Jesus has on our lives. As Oswald Chambers once said, "Our Lord's ...read more

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    Centrality Of Christ Series

    Contributed by Bobby Stults on Oct 10, 2012
     | 7,746 views

    Christ must be central to ALL belief and doctrine of the church... to stray from the centrality of Christ, one strays from the TRUTH...

    Colossians 1:15-23 October 10, 2012 Oak Park Baptist Church – Wed Bible Study Series Colossians Bible Study The Centrality of Christ Up to this point of the letter to the Colossian church Paul has been very encouraging to the believers. He gives them personal encouragement after he greets ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist