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  • Davon Huss avatar

    The Must Of Evangelism

    Contributed by Davon Huss on Oct 11, 2023
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    Preaching the gospel is an imperative (Outline and material adapted from Gene Dulin in the book "The Faith Promise Missionary Conference" Section IX "Sermon Outlines on Missions" pg. 116)

    HoHum: Two fellows are standing on the side of a country road. One is holding a sign that says, “The end is near!” The other one is holding a sign that says, “Repent!” Several cars pass them by and pay them no heed. In fact, all the cars speed up to get past these guys whom they consider to be ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Nicodemus' Religious Blindness Lesson 8 Series

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Dec 6, 2023
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    Why must a person be born again?

    A. INTRODUCTION: JOHN 3:1-8 1. Positive things about Nicodemus: a. Sanhedrin, “ruler of the Jews” (3:1). b. Defended Jesus. “Does our law judge any man before it hears him” (John 7:51). c. Secret believer. “Joseph of Arimathaea … disciple of Jesus but secretly … also Nicodemus” ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Our North Star

    Contributed by Mary Erickson on Mar 6, 2023
     | 1,735 views

    A sermon for the second Sunday in Lent, Year A

    March 5, 2023 Hope Lutheran Church Rev. Mary Erickson Genesis 12:1-4a; John 3:1-17 Our North Star Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. In the summer of 1998 I worked on an archaeological dig in Israel. We volunteers stayed at a ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Metamorphosis

    Contributed by The Rev Deniray Mueller on Mar 6, 2023
     | 1,565 views

    Being 'born from above' will create a new person

    John 3:1-17 Today's scripture from John contains probably one of the best-known lines of text in the Bible. You can find this reference on billboards and marquees, spray-painted as graffiti on walls in tenements and rocks and rooftops. You can't watch a football game on television without ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal

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    Beyond The Upper Room: Wind, Fire, And Word

    Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Mar 7, 2023
     | 1,639 views

    The arrival of the Holy Spirit on the Day of Pentecost was with wind, fire, and the Word of God that would change the world.

    At Christmas, we celebrate the birth of the Lord Jesus Christ, God's promised Messiah and Savior of humanity. On Resurrection Sunday, we celebrate the finished work of Christ upon the cross for our redemption and His triumph over death, hell, and the grave by rising from the dead. Yet when it ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    You Must Be Born Again!

    Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Mar 23, 2023
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    The words of our Savior found in John 3 are the very heart of Biblical Christianity. Many in our society want to dismiss the very idea of rebirth through faith in Jesus. Many of our churches have embraced a "social gospel" where works are elevated above rebirth.

    Today we will be reading from the Gospel of John 3:1-18 Intro Who am I? (Speaking as a guest preacher) Cautions Don’t trust me - Check everything I say with the Scriptures - Careful who you watch or listen to - Check what they say with the Scriptures - If you know the Scriptures you will “not ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    Get A Life

    Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Mar 24, 2023
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    The life we get from Jesus, a gift from God through the Holy Spirit, requires cleansing and renewal daily, not just at the beginning.

    This familiar chapter from John’s Gospel is the lectionary text for today, the 2nd Sunday in Lent. It’s a good text, a familiar text, so familiar that when I first wrote it I expected it to be relatively smooth sailing. But it wasn’t. It was a difficult sermon for me to write, partly because it’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    "embracing The Surprises Of The Lord

    Contributed by Jessie Manuel on Mar 3, 2024
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    Here is a sermon inspired by the theme of being surprised by God.

    Here is a sermon inspired by the theme of being surprised by God. Introduction: - Have you ever experienced a surprise that completely changed your perspective or direction in life? The Lord has a way of surprising us in unexpected and powerful ways. Main Points: 1. The Unexpected Path: The Lord ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Revelation–introduction Series

    Contributed by Phillip Smith on Mar 6, 2024
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    AN INTERACTIVE COMPREHENSIVE STUDY OF THE BOOK OF REVELATION Guided By Phillip Smith

    The Book of Revelation Is A Symbolic Literary Writing. THE WRITING IS FILLED WITH SYMBOLISM The learned Christian can identify spiritual nature as it intertwines with physical nature by understanding the symbolic literary writing IT IS A COMPLETE SPIRITUAL NATURE REVELATION It discusses how literal ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    "all The Light We Cannot See" Lent 4

    Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Mar 7, 2024
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    The intro. is based on the Netflix movie: "All the Light We Cannot See". Nicodemus heard the words of Jesus, saw the miracles but "could not see the light". Nicodemus believed in his Jewish genetics and goodness. Jesus replaces the rules with Himself

    In Jesus Holy Name Lent IV March 10, 2024 Text: John 3:17,18a “All the Light We Cannot See” All The Light We Cannot See is a 2014 novel by American author Anthony Doerr. The novel is set during World War II in the French town of Saint-Malo. It is also a movie on ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Revelation Lesson #8 Series

    Contributed by Phillip Smith on Mar 20, 2024
     | 717 views

    As we continue our study in the Revelation of Jesus Christ, as given to John, we begin in chapter 7. An additional event is to take place included in the sixth seal.

    Welcome to our study of the Revelation of Jesus Christ given unto Apostle John. I am Phillip Smith, your host and fellow servant of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. As we continue our study in the Revelation of Jesus Christ, as given to John, we begin in chapter 7. An additional event is to take ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    I Must Be Born Again? Series

    Contributed by Scott Maze on Apr 7, 2024
     | 1,626 views

    When you see Nicodemus before you, it is difficult to imagine a person more qualified to be a good human being. Yet, he was a moral and spiritual failure. The Bible wants you to be asking yourself this question, “If Nicodemus’ faith enough?” If I have the faith of Nicodemus, is that enough?

    Find John 3, and thank you for joining us in a series entitled “Let’s Get Real: Answers to Life’s Biggest Questions.” I read about a young man in 6th grade who was so good at his particular sport that former professionals came to his games. This young man was soon playing varsity when everyone ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    You Must Be Born Again PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023
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    Explore and understand the themes of salvation by grace through faith, the necessity of being born again, and God's love as a relationship with us, as depicted in John 3:1-14.

    Good morning, Church! Today, we're diving deep into John 3:1-14 As C.S Lewis once said, "The Christian does not think God will love us because we are good, but that God will make us good because He loves us." Let's read together from John 3:1-14: [Read passage] Let's pray. Dear Heavenly Father, we ...read more

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    Nicodemus PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 14, 2023
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     | 1,686 views

    To explore the concept of being 'born again' in Christianity, its necessity, mystery, and implications for our daily lives.

    Good morning, family! Today, we're going to be diving deep into the heart of the Gospel message, exploring the truth, the mystery, and the implications of being born again. This profound concept isn't some lofty theological idea that only scholars can grasp. It’s a life-changing reality meant for ...read more

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    Born Again PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 3, 2023
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     | 1,543 views

    Explores the transformative power of spiritual rebirth, as illustrated in the dialogue between Jesus and Nicodemus.

    Warm greetings, beloved family in Christ! It's a joy to gather together, united in our love for our Savior and our desire to grow in His wisdom. Today, we are going to open our hearts and minds to the profound truths found in the third chapter of the Gospel of John, focusing on the first seven ...read more

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