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  • Peter McLewin avatar

    The Day Of Preparation

    Contributed by Peter Mclewin on Mar 13, 2002
    based on 81 ratings
     | 6,514 views

    A monologue: Bar Timaeus follows Jesus to Jersualem; in the foreground he offers his first lamb, in the backgound Jesus is crucified.

    The Day of Preparation (A monologue) I dreaded the announcement of the new moon. Depression gripped me. I could not face the beginning of another year of feasts and fasts excluded from the spiritual life of Israel. But what was a blind man to do? I did what I did every day. My son led me to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Mrs Pilate's Dream

    Contributed by Bradley Boydston on Mar 24, 2002
    based on 131 ratings
     | 12,643 views

    Matthew includes the story of Pilate’s wife’s dream to reinforce in our minds the innocence of our Savior.

    Lord, you have given the Bible to be the revelation of your great love for us, and of your power and will to save us. Grant that our study of it might not be made in vain by the callousness or carelessness of our hearts, but that we might wisely hear your words, note, learn, and inwardly ...read more

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    We Believe In Jesus Atoning Death Series

    Contributed by Phil Morgan on Apr 7, 2002
    based on 15 ratings
     | 6,255 views

    Dotrine of the atonement.

    READ: Colossians 1:19-23 Continuing with our series on the things “We Believe”, we come this morning to the death of Jesus: ‘WE BELIEVE IN JESUS’ ATONING DEATH”. As we do so, we are right at the heart of our faith; right at the centre of Christianity. What other religion exults in the death of ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Master Key Of Effective Prayer

    Contributed by Phil Morgan on Apr 7, 2002
    based on 41 ratings
     | 21,165 views

    What makes for an effective prayer life?

    READ: John 15:1-8 (Text: v7). [Read v7 again]. What EXACTLY does this verse mean? What is being promised here? It appears to be a kind of "BLANK CHEQUE" that God has signed for us, so that we can have whatever we want; but is that really the case? If it IS a "blank cheque", then why have I ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Learning From Absalom Series

    Contributed by Sue Richard on Feb 9, 2004
    based on 39 ratings
     | 30,542 views

    Absalom provides a good example of the sin of pride and the conseqence of breaking the fifth commandment, Honor your father and mother.

    Today we will see from the life of Absalom what the outcome of breaking God’s fifth command is. It reads, “ Honor your father and your mother, so that your days may be long in the land that the Lord your God is giving you.” Absalom, who was King David’s third son, had his life cut short because ...read more

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    Denomination: Brethren

  • Allen Hern avatar

    The Will Of God Series

    Contributed by Allen Hern on Feb 10, 2004
    based on 59 ratings
     | 8,704 views

    When people talk about the "will of God", they need to look at the Lord Jesus whose life was totally devoted to carrying out the will of God.

     200407.ser “The Will of God” CLBC February 8, 2004 a.m. Subject: The Sovereignty of God Theme: The Will of God Passage: John 6: 28 - 65 I said last Sunday that the passage ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Unpardonable Sin?

    Contributed by Scott Bayles on Feb 14, 2004
    based on 161 ratings
     | 21,633 views

    What is the Unpardonable Sin? Jesus deals with the sin of "blasphemy against the Spirit," here.

    If this sermon is helpful to you look for my latest book, “The Greatest Commands: Learning To Love Like Jesus.” Each chapter is sermon length, alliterated, and focuses on the life and love of Jesus. You can find it here: www.amazon.com/gp/product/1606471120 The Unpardonable Sin? by Scott R. ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    A Willingness To Please God

    Contributed by Evie Megginson on Aug 7, 2004
    based on 41 ratings
     | 13,384 views

    WE SEE IN THIS SERMON, THE I WILL OF CONFIDENCE,THE I WILL OF CLOSENESS, THE I WILL OF COMPASSION, THE I WILL OF COMPLAINCE, THE I WILL OF CONSECRATION, THE I WILL OF CELEBRATION,AND THE I WILL OF CONDUCT.

    A WILLINGNESS TO PLEASE GOD Psalms 9:1-2 The Webster’s New Dictionary give the following definition of the word, WILL: A desire, or willingness;a determinatiom;controling one’s action;an act. We all have a will, and God’s desire is that we exercise it toward Him, making us Christ-like. Dr. Bob ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    God's Helmet Law

    Contributed by James May on Aug 15, 2004
    based on 25 ratings
     | 3,890 views

    The State of Louisiana has reenacted a motorcycle helmet law that has riders upset. God has a "helmet law" also, but most people refuse to accept and obey it.

    GOD’S HELMET LAW by Pastor Jim May A lot of people are upset this morning in the State of Louisiana. They are upset because someone cares more about their safety than their freedom. For the past number of years our former governor put aside the helmet laws for anyone riding on a motorcycle, ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Christ's Passion For V.i.c.t.o.r.y. Series

    Contributed by Mark Magee on Aug 17, 2004
    based on 30 ratings
     | 8,364 views

    The death of Jesus Christ will affect you– I just pray you’ll allow it to bring Victory!

    A. We want to Welcome all of you to the Lewes Church of Christ. What a special day and a special time! B. Series: For the last month, I’ve been preaching a sermon series that has been inspired by Mel Gibson’s The Passion of the Christ. Now, I’m not much of a movie goer, but I got the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Warren Curry avatar

    We Are The Body?

    Contributed by Warren Curry on Sep 21, 2004
    based on 8 ratings
     | 3,305 views

    We must put aside our differences and work together for the benefit of the Kingdom.

    We Are The Body? Romans 12:3ff Introduction: Have you ever been to a church where you didn’t feel welcome? You went in and looked around the foyer area and no one greets you. You proceed through the doors into the sanctuary and find yourself a seat in the back row and begin to prepare yourself ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Tim Richards avatar

    Jonah Running To God Series

    Contributed by Tim Richards on Sep 23, 2004
    based on 67 ratings
     | 18,845 views

    Sermon #2 in a series of 4 on the book of Jonah

    Introduction: 1. In some ways you might say that this week’s sermon is the exact opposite of what we studied in the first sermon on Jonah. Last week’s title was, "Jonah Running from God," as you have probably noticed, this week’s is, "Jonah Running to God." 2. Before we go farther in our study I ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Roger Thomas avatar

    The Surprising Power Of The Holy Spirit Series

    Contributed by Roger Thomas on May 25, 2004
    based on 114 ratings
     | 22,469 views

    The sermon examines the suprising and often overlooked work of the Holy Spirit in the life of the believer.

    Holy Spirit Series 2000 The Surprising Power of the Holy Spirit Ephesians 3:14-21 Dr. Roger W. Thomas, Preaching Minister First Christian Church, Vandalia, MO On August 6, 1945, at precisely 8:15 AM, a uranium bomb exploded over the Japanese city of Hiroshima. Within seconds, the entire city lay ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Alan McCann avatar

    Farewell Series

    Contributed by Alan Mccann on Jun 28, 2004
    based on 15 ratings
     | 12,097 views

    Peter’s restoration by Jesus

    Farewell Peter John 21.1-22 We come this morning to our final sermon in our series on Simon Peter. I hope you have found them of benefit to you spiritually. The Scene. Peter has denied Christ Jesus in the courtyard of the High Priest. Jesus has been crucified and has risen from the dead. He has ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

  • Glenn Newton avatar

    God Or King?

    Contributed by Glenn Newton on Jun 28, 2004
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,142 views

    This sermon is a call to leadership, a challenge to listen to God’s voice and discern where God would have you serve in the Kingdom.

    God or King? Pastor Glenn Newton November 11, 2002 9 For the eyes of the LORD range throughout the earth to strengthen those whose hearts are fully committed to him. 2 Chron. 16:9a 33 But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well. Matt. ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene