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  • Howard Strickland avatar

    Ghost Army.

    Contributed by Howard Strickland on Aug 5, 2024
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     | 732 views

    View on Youtube 1945-46 The Ghost Army- These men would go into a war zone with convincing propaganda to the enemies. On this occasion, the 1100 Ghost army imitated 30,000 men by using inflatable decoy tanks...

    Ghost Army. Judges 7. In March 1945 and 46, the Ghost army helped US forces achieve the Ryan river Crossing – giving the allies a vital base to operate from on World War 2 Western front. The soldiers were all part of the 23rd headquarters special troops. These 1100 men were Actors, Doctors, ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Send Forth Series

    Contributed by Terry Laughlin on Feb 28, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 33,916 views

    The church of Jesus Christ may be a part of making disciples of Christ if she has the same compassion for the lost that Christ had. She must be committed to Jesus’ call to go and make disciples.

    I am going to read from Matthew 9:35-38 Title: Send Forth Theme: Petitioning for Laborers for God’s Work Series: Girding up the Church Listen as I read Matthew 9:35-38, “Jesus went through all the towns and villages, teaching in their synagogues, preaching the good news of the kingdom and ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Are You A Follower Of Jesus?

    Contributed by Jerry Flury on Sep 18, 2002
    based on 40 ratings
     | 13,183 views

    There is a difference between a believer and a disciple or follower of Christ. Are you a true follower of Jesus?

    ARE YOU A FOLLOWER OF JESUS? MATTHEW 4:18-25 INTRODUCTION: In the first chapter of John’s gospel (1:35-50), we are told that Andrew, his brother Peter along with Phillip and Nathaniel accepted Jesus as the Messiah based on the testimony of John the Baptist. As believers, Matthew’s gospel tells us ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    24-12-1 Series

    Contributed by Joseph Rodgers on Mar 22, 2004
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     | 4,921 views

    First message in a series leading up to Easter to compliment the Passion movie - This message focuses on the unique purpose of the washing of the disciple’s feet.

    The Passion – 12 - 24 - 1 March 7, 2003 John 13:1-38 Sunday AM Context: Jesus has entered Jerusalem for the last time on the back of a donkey to the cheers and praise of the people – in the midst of the week he sends Peter and John (Luke 22) to make preparations for the Passover ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Compassionate Ministry Series

    Contributed by Terry Blankenship on Mar 10, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,400 views

    Jesus celebrates with His disciples the victories won in His name. But another test challenges the disciples. Will they pass the test in showing compassion and faithfulness?

    Mark 6:30-44 This miracle is recorded in all 4 gospels. It is the only miracle reported outside of the resurrection by all 4 writers. Mt 14.13-21; Lk 9.10-17; Jn 6.1-13 Then the apostles gathered to Jesus and told Him all things, both what they had done and what they had taught. And He said to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Week 4: Be Series

    Contributed by Timothy Eldred on Jul 25, 2007
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     | 3,284 views

    Jesus doesn’t intend for us to be disciples forever. One day soon he will call us friends, and we will take on disciples.

    A NOTE FROM THE AUTHOR: Dear Pastor, I want to thank you for taking the time to teach the Pray21 principles of Believe, Belong, Become, and Be from your pulpit during the next few weeks. As a pastor myself, I know how dedicated you are to accurately teaching God’s Word, so I have worked hard to ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Jason Jones avatar

    Another Storm, Really?

    Contributed by Jason Jones on Nov 16, 2022
     | 1,744 views

    This miracle was not a cool trick to show his disciples, but with a specific purpose, like the others, to reveal himself to the disciples. This miracle was about walking on the water.

    Background to passage: Since the end of chapter four, Jesus has been demonstrating his person and character through multiple miracles. He calmed a storm, cast out a demon, healed the sick, raised a little girl from the dead. Now, having fed the 5000+, Jesus sends them away and sends the disciples ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Vision 2017

    Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Apr 25, 2024
     | 556 views

    The vision going into 2017 is “Pursuing to be a Disciple of Jesus.” Are we willing to position and place ourselves in that spot where the Spirit of God will disciple us.

    Opening illustration: I recently read the true story about a preacher who was standing at the door shaking hands as the congregation departed. He grabbed one man by the hand and pulled him aside. The preacher said to him, "You need to join the Army of the Lord!" The man replied, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Devoted To One Another Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Sep 21, 2009
    based on 5 ratings
     | 14,786 views

    Being devoted to one another in brotherly love requires a decision, determination, and demonstration. We put it into practice by being present, attentive, and expressive.

    Introduction: A. The story is told of an attorney who gathered the entire family for the reading of the will. 1. Relatives came from near and far, to see if they were included in the bequests. 2. The lawyer somberly opened the will and began to read: a. “To my cousin Ed, I leave my ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    A Ministry Of Mercy Series

    Contributed by Kevin L. Jones on Aug 7, 2013
    based on 10 ratings
     | 46,716 views

    A sermon examining the importance of extending mercy to others.

    A MINISTRY OF MERCY Matthew 9:9-13 When Jesus began His earthly ministry, He traveled the region of Galilee and began to call certain men to “follow Him” and to be His Disciples. The first four men that Jesus invited to follow Him were fishermen. Matthew tells us that Jesus was walking ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Go Forth Into The World

    Contributed by Craig Condon on Mar 9, 2015
     | 11,127 views

    Our chief goal must be salvation and faithfulness. We must point people to Christ, and not to ourselves. We have to offer Christ’s love and compassion. We are to witness to people and rejoice by being faithful.

    There is a story about two missionaries who were going door to door. They knocked on the door of one woman who was not happy to see them. She told them in no uncertain terms that she did not want to hear their message and slammed the door in their faces. To her surprise, however, the door did not ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    Finding Spiritual Safety Series

    Contributed by David Scudder on May 26, 2008
     | 6,288 views

    It is important to KNOW that God promises assurance of our salvation, but it is also important to SEE how it works in real life. In our text today we are reminded to imitate those who show “diligent patience” in their walk with Christ.

    Finding Spiritual Safety Hebrews 6:11-16 Purpose: To prove that we can know that salvation is permanent. Aim: I want the listener to flee to Christ and trust Him completely for salvation and rejoice in its assurance. INTRODUCTION: Little Milly had gone to bed, and her father was downstairs ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Nine Steps To Improving Your Personal Devotions

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jul 23, 2004
    based on 57 ratings
     | 9,364 views

    (Sin to Confess - Promise to Claim - Attitude to Change - Command to Obey - Example to Follow - Person to Imitate - Error to Avoid - Truth to Believe - Something to praise and thank God about). I Corinthians 13

    Nine Steps to Improving Your Personal Devotions (I Cor 13:4-8) Illustration:"I have met many young mothers who are discouraged by their inadequate devotional life. The term "quiet time" only reminds them how little "quiet" or "time" they have for Bible reading, prayer, and meditation. When my ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Holiness Of Grace Series

    Contributed by C. Philip Green on Apr 29, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,727 views

    If we want to live worthwhile lives in difficult times, then we as believers in Christ must anticipate the Father’s grace, imitate the Father’s character, and respect the Father’s judgment and love.

    In 1988, Robert Fulghum published his best-selling book, Everything I Need to Know I Learned in Kindergarten. Recently, somebody suggested another book title: Everything I Need to Know I Learned from Noah. For example… • Don’t miss the boat. • Plan ahead. It wasn’t raining when Noah built the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

  • John Lowe avatar

    Receive Him In The Lord With All Gladness Series

    Contributed by John Lowe on Mar 13, 2019
     | 2,655 views

    You and I can have the mind of Christ. Not by imitation, but by yielding to Him, the Spirit of God can produce in our own lives the mind of Christ. This is something we desperately need in our day.

    Date: 12/15/18 Lesson #20 Title: RECEIVE HIM IN THE LORD WITH ALL GLADNESS (Phil. 2:29-30) • “Special Notes” and “Scripture” are shown as endnotes. • NIV Bible is used throughout unless noted otherwise. Scripture: (Philippians 2:29-30, NIV) (29) So then, welcome him in the Lord with great joy, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist