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    Homecoming In Nazareth

    Contributed by Paul Humphrey on Jan 27, 2007
    based on 18 ratings
     | 20,896 views

    Jesus preached his first sermon in his hometown and when he finished they decided to kill him.

    HomeComing in Nazareth Fourth Sunday after Epiphany 2007 Dr. Paul G. Humphrey A minister told his congregation, “Next week I plan to preach about the sin of lying. To help you understand my sermon, I want you all to read Mark 17.” The following Sunday, as he prepared to deliver his sermon, the ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    The Credentials Of Jesus Series

    Contributed by John Hamby on Jan 30, 2007
    based on 38 ratings
     | 14,464 views

    # 17 in series. Christ presents his credentials - five witnesses to support that He is the Son of God!

    A Study of the Book of John “That You May Believe” Sermon # 17 “The Credentials of Jesus” John 5:31-47 One of my favorite old movies is a western in which a cowboy is set upon by some Mexican banditos trying to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Between Two Worlds

    Contributed by Steven Chapman on Feb 6, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,314 views

    Jesus gives us an example of how to speak to those who are outside of His family in a way that communicates with clarity the message that will change their lives.

    Between Two Worlds Matthew 13:34; 7:28-29 View “Huh!” Does that hit close to home? This little clip gives us a vivid portrayal of one of the greatest fears of many Christians. However, it also gives us a vivid portrayal of one of the greatest fears of many non-Christians. Everybody but Sam ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    What Would The Angels Say About Christmas?

    Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Dec 21, 2005
    based on 4 ratings
     | 1,588 views

    What the angels would say about the way we celebrate Christmas today.

    What Would the Angels Say About Christmas? Dec. 11, 2005 FBC, Chester Mike Fogerson, Pastor Introduction: A Review 1 Santa (focus & faith) 2 Satan (virgin birth & peace) 3 Angels a 3 accounts b But when he had considered this, behold, an angel ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Prayer, The Pressing Priority

    Contributed by Donnie Martin on Nov 23, 2002
    based on 14 ratings
     | 5,569 views

    Since prayer is the pressing priority of the hour, we need to know how we should go about it.

    Prayer, The Pressing Priority Text: Acts 6: 4 Intro: After Jesus concluded a prayer cession, one of His disciples said, “Lord, teach us to pray…” (Luke 11: 1c). The teaching that followed is what is commonly referred to as “The Lord’s Prayer,” or “The Model Prayer.” As one might assume, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Clothes Make A Man

    Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Dec 16, 2004
    based on 26 ratings
     | 4,081 views

    This Christmas message compares the swaddling clothes to the burial lineans of Christ.

    Clothes Make A Man Luke 2.7; 23.53; 24.12 Stand Alone Christmas Sermon December 19, 2004 FBC Chester, Illinois Mike Fogerson, Speaker Introduction: (Prior to worship, you’ll need one-inch strips of fabric, baby powder, & a box. Prior to beginning the message/service place the strips of cloth ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    What Is Jesus' Take On Stewardship? Series

    Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Jan 16, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,628 views

    We are called to be faithful & good stewards to our God.

    Taking the "Stew" Out of Stewardship (Part 1 of 4) What is Jesus’ Take on Stewardship? Matt. 25:14-30 Jan. 7, 2007 FBC, Chester Mike Fogerson, Pastor I Introduction A Opening Story B Jesus knew of the human heart’s resistence concerning stewardship ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    I Am What I Am

    Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Sep 9, 2003
    based on 78 ratings
     | 17,171 views

    God saved Paul so Paul could serve God. God will do great things through those he saves.

    "I Am What I Am" September 7, 2003 Chester’s First Baptist Church, Chester, Illinois I Cor. 15:8-10 Mike Fogerson, Speaker INTRODUCTION: A Have a video tape of "Popeye" saying his famous line, "I Am What I Am." B Our lesson today is entitled, "I Am What I Am" a This may be a line made ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Broken And Spilled Out

    Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Oct 7, 2005
    based on 17 ratings
     | 3,875 views

    The shedding of Jesus’ blood is the only way sins are forgiven.

    Broken and Spilled Out Hebrews 9:22 Oct. 9, 2005 FBC, Chester Mike Fogerson, Pastor Introduction: In the middle of Chester, at Mayor’s Park, there is a memorial for all those who died in wars. A Many of us are not old enough to have known these people, but ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Thanksgiving 101

    Contributed by Troy Borst on Nov 15, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,234 views

    Maybe you are having difficulty right now being thankful. Maybe you have forgotten what to be thankful for… so, we are going to look at Psalm 100 today which is a very simple passage about giving thanks.

    THANKSGIVING 101 PSALM 100:1-5 INTRODUCTION… Sermon Spice Video “What are you thankful for?” (3:48) ILLUSTRATION… Go into the congregation and ask what they are thankful for (10 minutes?) We have been talking about being thankful and what we are thankful for… but maybe you are not sure why you ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    "The Gamble That Paid-Off" Series

    Contributed by Ken Harris on Nov 25, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,230 views

    The purpose of this sermon is to motivate the hearers to affirm to others that the Roman Soldiers displayed circumstantial ignorance and was forgiven.

    25 November 2007 U.S. Army Chaplain (MAJ) Ken Harris Ord Military Chapel Seaside CA BIG IDEA: The Roman Soldiers were forgiven for executing the death sentence and gambling for Jesus’ garments. REFERENCES: Psalm 22:18-23 (NIV); Luke 23:33-43 (NIV); John 19:23-25 NIV (Power only through ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    He's Coming To Town

    Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Nov 26, 2007
     | 2,620 views

    Children are excited about the arrival of Santa, but as Christians, we should be more excited about the second arrival of Jesus.

    He’s Coming to Town Key points from Melvin Newland’s sermon of the same title Nov. 25, 2007 FBC, Chester Mike Fogerson, Pastor Introduction A (IL) B Isn’t it fun to see the excitement & expectation of children for Christmas Day? 1 They can’t wait for the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    4 Ways To See Jesus Through A Shepherd's Eyes Series

    Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Dec 3, 2007
    based on 9 ratings
     | 21,488 views

    God’s birth was revealed to the shepherds, average people like us.

    A Visit to Bethlehem Series Four Ways to See Jesus Through a Shepherd’s Eyes Luke 2:8-16 Dec. 2, 2007 FBC, Chester Mike Fogerson, Pastor Introduction A B Bethlehem, shepherds, manger...all little things, but God used them. 1 Of all the characters in the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Blessed Is He Who Comes In The Name Of The Lord

    Contributed by Michael Walther on May 25, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 10,502 views

    Judgment Day will come. But we don't have to fear that day because Jesus overcame every obstacle to give His life for us on the cross.

    Blessed is He Who Comes in the Name of the Lord! March 4, 2007 Luke 13:31-35 31 At that very hour some Pharisees came and said to him, "Get away from here, for Herod wants to kill you." 32 And he said to them, "Go and tell that fox, 'Behold, I cast out demons and perform cures today and ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Does God Perform Miracles?

    Contributed by Michael Walther on Jun 7, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,707 views

    If your God is not a God of miracles, what kind of God is He? The greatest miracle of God is the miracle of our salvation.

    Does God Perform Miracles? Matthew 17.1-9 NKJ Matthew 17:1 Now after six days Jesus took Peter, James, and John his brother, led them up on a high mountain by themselves; 2 and He was transfigured before them. His face shone like the sun, and His clothes became as white as the light. 3 And ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran