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  • Freddy Fritz avatar

    Jesus Came To Receive Worship Series

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Dec 20, 2018
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     | 5,177 views

    The wise men show us how to worship Jesus today.

    Scripture The lessons in the Service of Lessons and Carols focus on the birth of Jesus. From the Old Testament prophecies to the New Testament accounts of his birth, the lessons tell us about the incarnation of Jesus. One of those Lessons, the Eighth Lesson, is about the visit of the wise men who ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Gone Fishing - The Jesus Way

    Contributed by Howard Gunter on May 4, 2019
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     | 6,602 views

    Jesus gives explicit instructions even to experienced fishermen.

    Weekend Message/Devotion May 4, 2019 Gone Fishing – The Jesus Way John 21:1-19 Sermon Prayer: “Heavenly Father, I stand before Your people, to deliver Your message. Though the words are mine and I prepared this message, I pray that this message is Your message in its entirety. I pray your ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    A Journey Towards Hope: The Emmaus Road Series

    Contributed by Dennis Lee on Mar 4, 2024
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     | 7,067 views

    On this journey, we’ll look at three secrets. We see these secrets in two of Jesus disciples that were on this road to Emmaus. What they found and what we’ll find is a renewed a hope that erases exhaustion, emptiness, and enslavement.

    A Journey Towards Hope: The Emmaus Road Luke 24:13-35 Watch on YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nwtJr_xu1Vw With all that is happening in our world today, there are Three Basic Secrets simmering just beneath the surface that no one wants to admit. 1. We Feel Exhausted Most of ...read more

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    Denomination: Foursquare

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    Who Is Jesus Really? Series

    Contributed by Miles Mc Pherson on Dec 12, 2013
     | 5,561 views

    This series is designed to maximize the ability of the listener to understand and defend the identity of Christ as outlined in the Bible.

    Let’s turn to John 1. My middle brother, I have 2, my middle brother was a professional boxer a long time ago. He is now a personal trainer and he trains people by teaching them how to box. Boxing is probably 1 of the most physical, demanding sports around. When you watch people boxing, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Knowing Jesus In Times Of Crisis

    Contributed by Daniel Villa on Apr 8, 2003
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     | 33,993 views

    Your view of Jesus (theology) determines your attitude in these times of crisis.

    KNOWING JESUS IN TIMES OF CRISIS Revelation 5:1-14 I do not normally explain how or why a sermon is preached, but would take exception today. While in a prayer meeting last night, about 9.30 pm, following a house blessing, the Lord gave me this thought: “My people need to know how God is doing ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Jesus, Gateway To Meaningful Life Series

    Contributed by Ed Vasicek on May 16, 2022
     | 2,335 views

    Jesus is like a gate or a door to a sheep pen; He protects His flock and regulates them so they can thrive.

    Jesus, Gateway to Meaningful Life John 10:7-10, Psalm 118:19-26, Jeremiah 23:1-6 1 Jesus often referred to symbols that teach something about him, The 7 I Am statements from John’s Gospel are metaphors, saying Jesus is something, meaning that, in some way, He is like something. 2. Two of these ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    The Armor Of God (From A Us Army Perspective)

    Contributed by Steven W. Satterfield on Jul 23, 2025
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    Written by Paul in Ephesus (near the Mediterranean/Great Sea), family relationships are in the chapter before this.

    Verses 10-11 Be strong in the Lord Job 1 - satan = adversary, the accuser of the brethren Ezekiel 28 - Prince/king of Type/Eden Isaiah 14 (the 5 "I wills" of Lucifer, Sheol (v.9), cherub (v.16) See Revelation 12, 13, 20 v 12 For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against ...read more

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    Denomination: Vineyard

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    The Good News About Jesus Series

    Contributed by David Dykes on Oct 29, 2014
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     | 11,825 views

    If you owned a bookstore and everything in it was classified as fiction or nonfiction, where would you put the Bible, in fiction or nonfiction? That is a fundamental decision everybody must make.

    INTRODUCTION Open your hearts and open your minds for the next 25 minutes to receive this truth. Romans 1:1-6. “Paul, a servant of Christ Jesus, called to be an apostle and set apart for the gospel of God.” Now, we’re going to be talking about the gospel. “The gospel he ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Jesus Christ Is My Defender

    Contributed by Rick Crandall on Feb 3, 2011
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    None of us could make it a moment without the watch-care of Almighty God. We need Jesus Christ, and this Scripture helps us see why.

    Jesus Christ Is My Defender John 18:1-11 Sermon by Rick Crandall McClendon Baptist Church - March 14, 2010 *Have you ever seen a brand-new baby walk out of Glenwood Hospital? Of course not, and you never will. Every baby needs the help, care and protection of its family. *Well, you may be the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Jesus Risen, Christianity Unique!

    Contributed by Alex Mcfarland on Jun 28, 2006
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     | 2,725 views

    As great as the restoration of a classic car is, a resurrection of a lifeless human body is more impressive. The resurrection of Jesus Christ, changed history—and eternity—for every human who has ever lived.

    “I know that my Redeemer lives, and that in the end he will stand upon the earth.” (Job 19:25) Have you ever seen a 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air? That’s one hot car. Even back when I was a kid, the silhouette of a ‘57 Chevy with the bulging headlights and streamlined trunk fins on the back was already a ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    A Good Soldier Of Christ Jesus

    Contributed by Joseph Smith on Feb 25, 2010
     | 7,335 views

    Funeral sermon for John Sheppard, retired Army sergeant, who had taken on a life of service and who had suffered with illness for several years.

    If a picture is worth a thousand words, then today the photographs you have selected will suffice for the message. In one of them there is a young man, wearing the uniform of the United States Army. This young man’s face displays dignity; his bearing is proud, his eyes are steady, his stance is ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Ten Arguments For The Historical Jesus

    Contributed by John Gaston on May 28, 2025
     | 377 views

    Gary Habermas in his book, The Historical Jesus, gives at least 10 evidences. As part of my Apologetics series, I have abbreviated and rewritten them to fit front & back on one piece of paper.

    TEN ARGUMENTS FOR THE HISTORICAL JESUS 1. MULTIPLE INDEPENDENT SOURCES. The existence of multiple independent sources – the four Gospels, Paul’s letters, and other early Christian writings – that attest to the historical existence of Jesus. There wasn’t just one witness to Jesus, but a large number ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Jesus Prays On The Mount Of Olives Series

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Mar 18, 2016
    based on 2 ratings
     | 19,634 views

    Jesus' praying on the Mount of Olives in Luke 22:39-46 shows us several aspects of Jesus' prayer life.

    Scripture Jesus’ last night on earth was spent eating a meal with his twelve apostles. He earnestly desired to eat this meal with them, because he knew that he was about to suffer and die the next day (Luke 22:15). However, the Last Supper was very disappointing to Jesus. Instead of a ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    #15 Jesus: Pattern For Leadership Series

    Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Apr 26, 2020
     | 6,017 views

    Jesus was a model of leadership. This message looks at principles of leadership from Mark 3:7-29

    #15 Jesus: Pattern for Leadership Series: Mark April 26, 2020 Chuck Sligh NOTE: PowerPoint presentation is available for this sermon by request at chucksligh@hotmail.com. Please mention the title of the sermon and the Bible text to help me find the sermon in my archives TEXT: Mark 3:7-19 - ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Disciples Of Jesus Are Characterized By Love Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Nov 23, 2020
     | 9,436 views

    If we are going to be effective disciples and disciple makers, then our lives and our relationships must be characterized by love. Jesus said that they will know we are His disciples because of our love.

    A. Let me begin with a story from the Peanut’s cartoons - you know how much I enjoy the Peanuts! 1. It’s Christmas time and Lucy comes to Charlie Brown and says, “Merry Christmas, Charlie Brown! At this time of year I think we should put aside all our differences and try to be kind.” 2. Charlie ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ