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  • David Buffaloe avatar

    Unto Us

    Contributed by David Buffaloe on Dec 17, 2011
     | 7,328 views

    The Lord Jesus Christ came to earth as God's greatest gift to us all.

    Focal Read Together Isaiah 9:6 For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given: and the government shall be upon his shoulder: and his name shall be called Wonderful, Counselor, The mighty God, The everlasting Father, The Prince of Peace. On July 20, 1969 the Apollo 11 crew landed on the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Ray Ellis avatar

    Christmas Is ... Jesus

    Contributed by Ray Ellis on Dec 26, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 9,906 views

    Christmas is Jesus – God’s Gift to Us. God’s gift of His Son provides a new start in life for all who believe and follow Jesus.

    Christmas Is Jesus John 3:16 Luke 2:1-20 Do you have family traditions at Christmas time? When our children were at home we read the Christmas story before opening presents. Last week at L.A. Fitness I asked several people if they read the Christmas story on Christmas Day. One gentleman said ...read more

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    Denomination: Free Methodist

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    Living Stones Series

    Contributed by C. Philip Green on May 19, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 12,892 views

    If we want to influence our friends and family members to follow Jesus, then we must KNOW who we are and BE who we are in Christ. We are God's holy temple and God's special people, designed to be living displays of His greatness, so let's live that way.

    Howard Hendricks, one of my professors at Dallas Theological Seminary, sometimes talked about his days when he was a student at the same seminary. In one of those stories, he tells about the time he was invited to preach in west Texas. “You’ve all heard of Nowhere? Well,” ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    Session Two: The Collapse Of Securities Series

    Contributed by Dale Pilgrim on Mar 9, 2014
     | 7,083 views

    PART TWO of THREE This three part sermon series was presented at a men's camp. It also comes with a Bible study based on the series.

    "Battle Royal - When World's Collide" Session Two: The Collapse of Securities Isaiah 47 (Bibles open for reading throughout the message) Last night’s Session - Addictions to impotent gods - Explored the battle strategy of needing an attraction toward the Omnipotent God! - Realize the depth ...read more

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    Denomination: Salvation Army

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    Man, The Created Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Mar 30, 2014
    based on 30 ratings
     | 50,598 views

    God said He created man in His image. But what do we do if we've damaged and warped that image? How can we ever repair and regain what was lost?

    OPEN: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K3IRZPjdpr0 (Video “Imago Dei” on youtube.com - play it through the 1:00 minute mark then fade out) Psalm 8:3-4 asks an intriguing question: “When I consider your heavens, the work of your fingers, the moon and the stars, which you have set ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Certainty In Uncertainty Series

    Contributed by C. Philip Green on Apr 8, 2014
     | 11,764 views

    In order to find certainty in uncertain times, obey Christ as your sovereign, follow Christ as your servant, and trust Christ as your Savior.

    Certainty in Uncertainty (Mark 11:1-11) Some time ago, I came across an article from The Futurist magazine, which listed some of the worst predictions of all time. They are very interesting. For example: A Roman engineer, Julius Sextus Frontinus, in A.D. 100 said, “Inventions have long ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    Freedom's Threats Series

    Contributed by C. Philip Green on Oct 5, 2016
     | 8,700 views

    If we're going to enjoy our freedom in Christ, we must come together FOR the truth of the Gospel and work together IN the truth of the Gospel.

    An Arab chief tells a story of a spy who was captured and then sentenced to death by a general in the Persian army. This general had the strange custom of giving condemned criminals a choice between the firing squad and the big, black door. As the moment for execution drew near, the spy was brought ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    The Second Coming Of Christ - Part 7: While We Wait For The Lord's Return Series

    Contributed by Rick Crandall on Oct 26, 2015
     | 8,928 views

    While we wait, be sure to answer these 4 questions: 1. Do I have any gifts from God (vs. 14-15)? 2. Am I gaining all I can for God’s Kingdom (vs. 16-18)? 3. What is my ultimate goal (vs. 19-23)? 4. Do I really know God (vs. 24-30)?

    The Second Coming of Christ Part 7: While We Wait for the Lord's Return Matthew 25:13-30 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - July 29, 2015 *In vs. 13, Jesus tells us to "Watch therefore, for you know neither the day nor the hour in which the Son of Man is coming." Jesus ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    His Cross-Examination At Gabbatha Series

    Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Mar 20, 2017
     | 9,351 views

    Third part of an Easter series documenting the trial of Jesus.

    The Echoes of Easter Pt 3 "His Cross-Examination at Gabbatha" Luke 23:1-25, John 19:13 Luke 23:1 And the whole multitude of them arose, and led him unto Pilate. 2 And they began to accuse him, saying, We found this fellow perverting the nation, and forbidding to give tribute to Caesar, saying ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • C. Philip Green avatar

    Respect Life! Series

    Contributed by C. Philip Green on May 19, 2017
    based on 1 rating
     | 13,670 views

    Show respect for everyone in your actions and your attitude, because everyone has been made in the image of God.

    An attorney was speaking to a woman who had just lost her husband. He said to her, “Your husband did not leave a will, so we need to know the last words he ever said to you.” She replied, “I don't want to tell you.” The attorney said, “Look, he did not leave a will. We need to know the last ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

  • Jeff Strite avatar

    Why Would You Lie? Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jun 11, 2017
    based on 7 ratings
     | 16,747 views

    According to a surveys, people lie a lot... especially to their families. Why would they do that, what are the consequences, and what can God do to help them stop?

    OPEN: In our brotherhood we had a great preacher named Wayne Smith who was something of a cutup on stage. He mentioned once that in English Class they taught him that using 2 negatives in a sentence made a positive statement. And he said that, since that was true “The way I figure it, if I know I’m ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Holy Spirit Fire Or Hell Fire

    Contributed by Ernie Arnold on May 5, 2016
    based on 1 rating
     | 8,276 views

    Pentecost Sunday - Contrasting the Fires of Hell and the Fire of the Holy Spirit. The Fires of Hell point to a Failure, An agony of Remembrance and are Eternal. The Fire of the Holy Spirit brings a Fullness, Renewal and are Everlasting!

    Scripture: Acts 2:1-21; Genesis 11:1-9 and Luke 16:19-31 Theme: Holy Spirit Fire or Hell Fire Proposition: One of the greatest images of Pentecost is the image of Fire. Today we can choose between the Fire of Hell or the Fire of Heaven. 1. The Fire of Hell points to a Failure while the ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

  • C. Philip Green avatar

    Everything New! Series

    Contributed by C. Philip Green on Jun 28, 2016
    based on 1 rating
     | 9,788 views

    Put your trust in Christ and enjoy a new name and a new life as God's guarantee of a glorious new future with Him.

    Max Lucado tells the story of being dropped by his insurance company because he had one too many speeding tickets and a minor fender bender that wasn't his fault. After that, he received a letter in the mail, informing him to seek coverage elsewhere. As he thought about how he wasn't good enough ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

  • Chuck Sligh avatar

    In God We Trust

    Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Jul 5, 2016
    based on 5 ratings
     | 25,893 views

    Psalm 33:12-22 begins by saying “Blessed is the nation whose God is the Lord...” The rest of the chapter describes how our country can continue to survive as a free people, blessed of God

    In God We Trust July 4th sermon Chuck Sligh July 3, 2016 [PowerPoint or ProPresenter presentations are available for this sermon upon request by emailing chucksligh@hotmail.com.] Adapted from Bruce Howell’s sermon, “Happy Birthday America” found on SermonCentral.com. TEXT: ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jeff Strite avatar

    Childlike Prayer Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Feb 28, 2016
    based on 15 ratings
     | 28,061 views

    A lot of people think if they just had the right "formula" for praying that God would hear them. But that's not true. God's not impressed with your form, He's impressed with your childlike faith in prayer. So, how can I have that kind of faith in prayer?

    I'd like you to recite the Lord’s Prayer with me: Our Father which art in heaven, hallowed be thy name. Thy kingdom come, Thy will be done on earth, as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our debts, as we forgive our debtors. And lead us not into temptation, ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ