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  • Chris Appleby avatar

    The Credible Christian Church Series

    Contributed by Chris Appleby on Dec 3, 2002
    based on 25 ratings
     | 7,450 views

    The Credible Christian church will be characterised by unity, humility, gentleness, patience and peace. Our primary task is to proclaim the gospel to the ends of the earth and our success will depend on our credibility.

    If you were here 2 weeks ago you may remember that I posed the question, ’What is the church here for?’ That might sound like a straightforward question at first, but I think you’ll find if you ask a range of people what they think the Church should be doing, you’ll get a range of answers. Now ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    The Christian's Hope

    Contributed by Trevor Woodget on Apr 23, 2002
    based on 64 ratings
     | 9,796 views

    This sermon examines the Hope we have as Christians based on teaching in 1 Corinthians 15:2-58

    1 Corinthians 15:20-58 21st April 2002 Basingstoke THE CHRISTIAN’S HOPE When Nikita Khrushchev died, a humorous story circulated in political circles. The Communist party who’d cast Mr Khrushchev aside were uncomfortable about burying his body on Soviet soil. So they called ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Learn The Sign Of Death

    Contributed by Joel Pankow on Mar 15, 2001
    based on 81 ratings
     | 4,948 views

    how to view death

    March 18, 2001 Luke 13:1-9 Now there were some present at that time who told Jesus about the Galileans whose blood Pilate had mixed with their sacrifices. 2 Jesus answered, “Do you think that these Galileans were worse sinners than all the other Galileans because they suffered this way? 3 ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Mistaken Identities Series

    Contributed by Byron Harvey on Aug 12, 2008
     | 6,054 views

    I preach expository messages, and this is from my series on the book of Acts.

    “Mistaken Identities” Acts 14:8-18 December 16, 2007 (NOTE: I began my message with a slide show of "celebrity lookalikes", which can be easily found via a Google search.) Mistaken identity can be fun…(SLIDE SHOW) This man was never really President; he is not Bill Clinton. Nor is this ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    Cracks In The Foundation

    Contributed by James May on Aug 29, 2004
    based on 34 ratings
     | 27,142 views

    What is the foundation upon which your life and your eternal soul rests? Jesus is the only true foundation.

    CRACKS IN THE FOUNDATION By Pastor Jim May Some time ago, I was talking to a friend who has recently discovered that his house is beginning to show its age because cracks are forming in his foundation. The doors are getting harder to open and close, and there are places where the bricks are ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Prophet, Priest, And King

    Contributed by Austin Mansfield on Jun 28, 2007
    based on 8 ratings
     | 17,565 views

    Three offices in the Old Testament required anointing: prophet, priest, and king. A unique characteristic of the Christ, is that he fulfills all three offices at once. Only Jesus holds all three offices.

    (Other Scripture passages) 1 Kings: 17:17-24 Galatians 1:11:24 Psalm 30 In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. May the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart be acceptable to you, Lord, my rock and my redeemer. Amen. (Psalm 19:14) Our readings today show ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

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    Footprints Of Hope Series

    Contributed by Todd Stiles on Dec 13, 2006
    based on 14 ratings
     | 7,550 views

    Discover the meaning of true, biblical hope in this message about the Magi and their journey to see the Christ child.

    “Footprints of Hope” Matthew 2:1-12 Let’s take our Bibles and locate Matthew 2…today we journey in the footprints of the Magi – “we three kings of Orient are” – the three wise men (by the way, none of those actual titles are true. There weren’t technically three and they weren’t kings. But more ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Descending Into Greatness Series

    Contributed by Mary Lewis on May 7, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,716 views

    Jesus example of humility

    Introduction What does it take to be a success? When Benito Mussolini, the fascist dictator of Italy for over 20 years, was asked that question by a New York journalist, his reply was, “Above all, keep your heart a desert!” According to Mussolini, having a heart which cared for no one was the key ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    "the Table Of Gratitude: Feasting On God’s Faithfulness" Series

    Contributed by Dr. John D. Wentworth on Nov 22, 2024
     | 1,096 views

    Just as we gather around the Thanksgiving table to share stories, blessings, and meals, we are invited to gather at God’s table, remembering His faithfulness in all seasons and responding with hearts full of thanksgiving.

    Title: "The Table of Gratitude: Feasting on God’s Faithfulness" Chuck Swindoll tells the story of a young attorney in a large Texas law firm. The head of this firm is a rather traditional kind of boss who enjoys a unique ritual at Thanksgiving time. On the large walnut table in the ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Finding Refuge In A World At War

    Contributed by Rick Duncan on Mar 24, 2003
    based on 120 ratings
     | 10,613 views

    War tempts us to worry. But every Christ-follower can find a place of safety, a place of rest, a place of protection, a place of shelter… even in the thick of the battle.

    War tempts us to worry. On Wednesday evening, President Bush told our nation, “Now that conflict has come, the only way to limit its duration is to apply decisive force.” The president promised “a broad and concerted campaign” but warned that it “could be longer and more difficult than some ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Biblical Christianity Series

    Contributed by Scott Kircher on Apr 5, 2010
    based on 35 ratings
     | 5,871 views

    Looks at the essential beliefs of Christianity as the beginning of a series on the different religions of the world and how they compare with Christianity and what makes them false.

    Biblical Christianity Series: Faithology 1 Corinthians 15:1-6 Welcome Slide Good morning and Happy Easter. We are glad that you are here today. A couple of announcements before we get started. Offering Baptism Opportunity – next week Ladies tea invitations available in foyer – Saturday, May ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Great Omission Series

    Contributed by Brian Bill on Oct 13, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 727 views

    To keep the Great Commission from becoming the Great Omission, we must live on mission by glorifying God and making disciples of Jesus in our families, among our neighbors, and among the nations.

    The Great Omission Luke 24:44-49 Rev. Brian Bill October 11-12, 2025 A young boy asked his mother and grandmother to play with him in his new sandbox in the front yard. He gave each of them a shovel and pail, and they eagerly started scooping sand. Before long, they became engrossed in their ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Brian Bill avatar

    Speaking With Boldness Series

    Contributed by Brian Bill on Nov 26, 2019
    based on 1 rating
     | 14,225 views

    Be bold and don’t fold when hard times come.

    Speaking with Boldness Acts 4:23-31 Rev. Brian Bill November 20, 2019 Last weekend we were encouraged to imitate the example of Peter and John in order to weather the waves of persecution that are headed our way. This was our main idea: We must keep speaking even when we’re told not to. We were ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Gene Gregory avatar

    Heaven 1 Regrets And Rewards Series

    Contributed by Gene Gregory on Jul 7, 2024
     | 1,406 views

    Part 1 of series on heaven. Addresses questions about heaven

    Heaven 1 Remorse and Rewards - Read Revelation 21:1-7 Driving to Memphis and back, the Lord gave me a number of points about heaven I believe He wants me to cover. Funny, I don’t usually alliterate, but almost all of the points He gave me at the time begin with the letter R, and this morning I ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    God's Amazing Grace

    Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Jan 23, 2021
     | 8,905 views

    This message is about the grace of God - plain and simple!

    God’s Amazing Grace Scripture: Ephesians 2:8; First Corinthians 15:8-10; Romans 6:1-2 The title of my message this morning is “God’s Amazing Grace.” On Monday morning I went downstairs to my office to begin working on this message. I had the day off because it was our holiday celebrating ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational