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Called Forth

Contributed by James May on Mar 7, 2004

based on 39 ratings

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Jesus calls us by name, brings us forth from death in sin, unwraps our soul and spirit, and gives us resurrected life just like he did for Lazarus.

CALLED FORTH John 11:39-45, "Jesus said, Take ye away the stone. Martha, the sister of him that was dead, saith unto him, Lord, by this time he stinketh: for he hath been dead four days. Jesus saith unto her, Said I not unto thee, that, if thou wouldest believe, thou shouldest see the glory of ...read more

Scripture: John 8:36, John 11:39-45

Denomination: Independent/Bible

What Do You Get When You Receive Christ?

Contributed by David Bubb on Mar 8, 2004

based on 15 ratings

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Satan has done his best to blind the eyes of every single person who does not know Christ. Why? Because he does not want to them know what they are missing by not serving Him.

Subject: What Do You Get When You Receive Christ? Scripture Reading: John 1:6-13 If the truth were known today, our community is filled with people who are fed up with life. For many life has become one vicious cycle. People have lost the meaning for living and are barely existing. Going ...read more

Scripture: John 1:6-15

Denomination: Holiness

What Crime Did Jesus Commit? Series

Contributed by Rick Duncan on Mar 9, 2004

based on 54 ratings

| 11,178 views

We see the context that sets up the reason Jesus was rejected by the Jews. He called for integrity, challenged their authority, claimed to be deity. We then move from the reasons to the purpose - our justification.

Almost 2000 years ago, Jesus asked His followers a question: “Who do you say I am?” It’s still the fundamental question of life. And the answer creates controversy. It’s one reason why Mel Gibson’s film, The Passion of the Christ, is so controversial. This is a film that has had the audacity ...read more

Scripture: John 8:57-59

Denomination: Baptist

Words From The Cross # 3 Series

Contributed by Dan Southern on Mar 9, 2004

based on 14 ratings

| 4,674 views

This sermon address the topic of how close one is to the cross.

Title: Words from the Cross Sub Title: Close to the Cross (Affection) Text: John 19: 25- 27 “Father, forgive them for they do not know what they are doing” Luke 23:34 (A word of forgiveness) “Assuredly, I say unto you, today you will be with me in paradise” Luke 23: 39- 43 (A word of ...read more

Scripture: John 19:25-27

Denomination: Church Of God

Overlooked Harvest

Contributed by Jose Cabajar on Mar 12, 2004

based on 47 ratings

| 7,793 views

Sometimes we tend to overlook important matters that need to be taken care of because of doubtful viewpoint in life.

Harvest time brings great joy not only to the harvesters, but to the sowers as well. It is the most awaited time for farmers who with hope expecting much fruits for their much labor. They are worthy to receive the visible fruits of what they have sown; surely, it’s the prize of their hard work. We ...read more

Scripture: John 4:35-38

Denomination: Baptist

I'm Going Fishing

Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Mar 12, 2004

based on 44 ratings

| 19,351 views

In order to catch what God has for you, in order to become what God has purposed for you to be you must go through a divine process a process of spiritual preparation, in other words you must follow the instructions.

“I’m Going Fishing” We are a creature that has been given the ability to make decisions based upon choices and not just a reaction or impulse that is solely based upon instinct and because of this ability when we finally figure out what it is we want, we set out to achieve that which we desire. ...read more

Scripture: John 21:1-7

Denomination: Apostolic

Legalism - How It Distorts Our View Of God

Contributed by Gary Regazzoli on Mar 14, 2004

based on 25 ratings

| 3,587 views

When there is an undue focus on the "will" of God to the exclusion of the whole "Being" of God we will end up with a distorted perspective of God

• Doctrines can be defined as those things we cannot do without and still be a Christian • Beliefs are those things that make a Christian a Christian o Salvation is through Christ alone, by faith alone through grace alone o The Bible is the Word of God So our focus should be on the essentials of ...read more

Scripture: John 14:8-11

Denomination: Christian Church

Jesus Offers Us More Than We Imagine

Contributed by Wesley Bishop on Mar 14, 2004

based on 17 ratings

| 5,620 views

This is a New Years sermon.

The Light shines in the darkness (1:1-5) Turn with me to John 1. Keep your Bibles open because we are going to walk through this passage step by step. Read John 1:1-5. The Word here is Jesus. The first verse parallels Genesis 1 by saying, “In the beginning.” The Word also calls to mind God ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-18

Denomination: Wesleyan

What's The Big Deal?

Contributed by Wesley Bishop on Mar 14, 2004

based on 14 ratings

| 5,759 views

This is about undistracted worship.

Do you remember “Let’s Make A Deal” with Monty Hall? People would dress up in goofy costumes and carry signs to get his attention so he would come to them to make a deal. They would barter and trade. Unknowingly contestants would trade away a new car for 5 baby pigs. Or, they would trade away ...read more

Scripture: John 2:13-22

Denomination: Wesleyan

Jesus With A Teacher Series

Contributed by Jason Cole on Mar 15, 2004

based on 45 ratings

| 10,912 views

Let us look at the amazing things that Jesus said to this teacher of the Law and how this encounter with Jesus impacted his life. No man spoke like Jesus spoke, and Jesus greatly impacted those he encountered.

“Encounters with Jesus: A Teacher” Introduction: In Jesus’ life here on Earth he said and did amazing things. I believe that one of the most amazing things about Jesus’ ministry is the way in which he dealt with people here on Earth. He encountered in his short life all different type of people. ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What Is Worship? Series

Contributed by Wesley Bishop on Mar 15, 2004

based on 401 ratings

| 23,219 views

This is a basic definition of worship.

Worship is a broad term. Some have said that it defies explanation. Merriam-Webster defines worship as, “to honor or reverence as a divine being or supernatural power” or “to regard with great or extravagant respect, honor, or devotion” following up with “to perform or take part in worship or an ...read more

Scripture: John 4:19-23

Denomination: Wesleyan

The Authority Of The Bible

Contributed by Anthony Smith on Mar 15, 2004

based on 9 ratings

| 3,429 views

Who is the ultimate Authority of the Scriptures?

The Authority Of The Bible What is the foundation of the truth for the New Testament? St John 14:1-27 . Is the absolute authority, The Pope of Rome, The Bible Scollars, what about the Church Conferences? None of the above? The answer is, none ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-27

Denomination: Pentecostal

Speaking The Legal Truth Series

Contributed by Joel Pankow on Mar 16, 2004

based on 30 ratings

| 3,587 views

How the officials accused Jesus of deserving to die for breaking the law - and how the law ended up stating that very thing - but a different law.

March 17, 2004 John 19:4-7 Pilate came out and said to the Jews, “Look, I am bringing him out to you to let you know that I find no basis for a charge against him.” 5 When Jesus came out wearing the crown of thorns and the purple robe, Pilate said to them, “Here is the man!” 6 As soon as the ...read more

Scripture: John 19:4-7

Denomination: Lutheran

"Out Of The Overflow” Series

Contributed by Allen Hern on Mar 16, 2004

based on 86 ratings

| 9,875 views

For seven days the water had been poured out at the altar to symbolize God as satisfying the physical thirst of His people. Now Jesus picked up that object lesson and said in effect, “Now if you really want to satisfy your thirst, come to me.”

200411.ser “Out of the Overflow” CLBC February 22, 2004 p.m. Subject: The Christian Life Theme: Filled with the Spirit Passage: John 7:37 - 39 All week long, the huge crowds ...read more

Scripture: John 7:37-39

Denomination: Baptist

"The Liberating Purpose Of Christ's Death” Series

Contributed by Allen Hern on Mar 16, 2004

based on 34 ratings

| 7,889 views

As people respond to Mel Gibson’s film, there is one truth that must be made clear: Neither the Jews nor the Romans had power to put Christ to death apart from His voluntary act. "No man takes my life from Me. I have power to lay it down and to take it ag

200412.ser Easter Series # 1 “The Liberating Purpose of Christ’s Death” February 29, 2004 Subject: Christian Freedom Theme: Christ, the Liberator Passage: John 8: 21 - ...read more

Scripture: John 8:21-36

Denomination: Baptist

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