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  • D Marion Clark avatar

    The Armor Of God Series

    Contributed by D Marion Clark on Jul 23, 2012
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     | 10,294 views

    A presentation of the armor of God given to the Christian.

    Introduction June 15, 1775 – the newly formed Continental Congress appoints a Virginia plantation farmer to serve as Commander-in-Chief of a ragtag army made up of disparate colony regiments. His assignment was to fight against the most powerful army of the day, that of the British ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Alert By Prayer Series

    Contributed by D Marion Clark on Jul 23, 2012
     | 6,414 views

    The role of prayer in being alert for spiritual battle.

    Introduction We come to the end of the “practical” half of Ephesians. The first half – well, the first half was filled with glory! Chapter 1, verse 3 introduced the theme well: “Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who has blessed us in Christ with every ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Reasoning With God

    Contributed by D Marion Clark on Jul 25, 2012
     | 7,466 views

    The effectiveness of bold petition to God.

    Introduction There was a TV series in which the star would receive a newspaper with headlines about some kind of tragedy to take place in the near future. His task then was to intercede in time to prevent the tragedy from occurring. Abraham had such an experience. God stopped by for dinner, and as ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Running To Win!

    Contributed by Gordon Curley on Aug 1, 2012
     | 6,309 views

    The Christian as an Olympic Athlete. Powerpoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info) Listen to audio of this sermon at: www.gcurley.info

    SERMON OUTLINE: (a). Look around at the winners (vs 1a). (b). Look at yourself! (vs 1b). (c). A Look at Jesus Christ (vs 2-4). SERMON BODY: If the Apostle Paul were alive today and picked up a newspaper: • I think like many of us he would start reading it at the back page. • Taking in the ...read more

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    Denomination: Brethren

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    Overcoming Fear

    Contributed by Dietrich Bonhoeffer on Aug 2, 2012
    based on 6 ratings
     | 25,171 views

    The Bible, the gospel, Christ, the church, the faith—all are one great battle cry against fear in the lives of human beings.

    The Bible, the gospel, Christ, the church, the faith—all are one great battle cry against fear in the lives of human beings. Fear is, somehow or other, the archenemy itself. It crouches in people’s hearts. It hollows out their insides, until their resistance and strength are spent and they suddenly ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Pessimistic, Optimistic Or Realistic? Living With An Authentic Spirit Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Aug 8, 2012
    based on 6 ratings
     | 13,887 views

    The pessimist says the glass is half empty. The optimist says the glass is half full. The realist knows there is water in the glass. Who are you?

    Pessimistic, Optimistic or Realistic? Living with an Authentic Spirit Which of these words would you use to describe yourself? Pessimist / Optimist / Realist Which would you use to describe yourself? The pessimist says the glass is half empty. The optimist says the glass is half full. The ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Master Communication Series

    Contributed by Curry Pikkaart on Aug 15, 2012
     | 5,381 views

    We may live in the golden age of technology, but we still don't seem to be able to communicate.

    “Building Quality Relationships: With Christians – Master Communication” Eph. 5:15-20 A woman went to court and told the judge she wanted a divorce. “Do you have any grounds?” the judge asked. “Just two acres,” she replied. “That’s not it, ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Master Submission Series

    Contributed by Curry Pikkaart on Aug 21, 2012
     | 4,248 views

    Self-centeredness and the 'me first' attitude permeate our culture. But Paul points us in a different direction.

    “Building Quality Relationships: With Christians – Master Submission” Phil. 2:1-11 & Eph. 5:18-21 Michael Hernandez has written a piece called “Property Laws as Viewed by a Toddler.” Included are the following toddler laws: “If I like it, it’s mine. If ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Believe The Best About Jesus

    Contributed by Rick Crandall on May 21, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,272 views

    1. Believe that God is reaching out to you. 2. Believe that God has given the rarest gift for you. 3. Believe that God paid the highest ransom for you. 4. Believe that God will give the greatest rescue to you.

    Believe the Best about Jesus John 3:16 Sermon by Rick Crandall McClendon Baptist Church - April 20, 2008 “For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have everlasting life.” *John 3:16 is the most known and best loved verse in ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Jesus The Good Shepherd

    Contributed by Glenn Newton on May 21, 2011
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     | 7,205 views

    Jesus is the only true Gate to heaven, there are many who claim to be the messiah, but Jesus is the only way to Heaven.

    Jesus – The Good Shepherd Pastor Glenn Newton May 15th, 2011 Text: John 10:1-18 The Good Shepherd and His Sheep 1 “Very truly I tell you Pharisees, anyone who does not enter the sheep pen by the gate, but climbs in by some other way, is a thief and a robber. 2 The one who enters by ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    Will You Drink From His Cup?

    Contributed by Tim Diack on May 28, 2011
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     | 7,869 views

    There is rich symbolism, and deep meaning, in the elements of the Communion Table. When Jesus offered the cup to His disciples He was offering them so much more than a refreshing drink. He was inviting them into the richest of all relationships.

    Will You Drink From His Cup? - Matthew 26:26-29 - May 29, 2011 Turn with me, in your Bibles please, to the Gospel of Matthew. Matthew chapter 26 and we’ll begin reading in verse 26. The verses we’re about to read take place at the tail end of the last Passover that Jesus and His ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    Christ Jesus Came Into The World To Save Sinners

    Contributed by Chuck Sligh on May 29, 2011
    based on 5 ratings
     | 16,721 views

    A missions or evangelism sermon which emphasizes the central theme of the Bible...that "Christ Jesus came into the world to save sinners."

    Christ Jesus Came Into the World to Save Sinners TEXT: 1 Timothy 1:15 – “This is a faithful saying, and worthy of all acceptation, that Christ Jesus came into the world to save sinners; of whom I am chief.” INTRODUCTION Satan is a master at using controversial and extra-biblical ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Of Christ's Resurrection

    Contributed by Martin Luther on Jun 1, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 17,279 views

    A classic Easter sermon by Martin Luther

    I. THE STORY OF CHRIST'S RESURRECTION. 1. In the first place we shall briefly examine the text of this narrative, and afterwards speak of the benefits of the resurrection of Christ, and how we should build upon it. The text reads: "And when the sabbath was past." Here we must remember Mark writes ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    The Good And Beautiful God: A Heart At Peace With God Series

    Contributed by Scott Walker on Jun 3, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,910 views

    The only way to have a heart that is at peace with God is to know the God that Jesus reveals to us....

    “The Good & Beautiful God: A Heart At Peace With God” John 14:6 January 16th 2011 Jesus answered, "I am the way and the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me." John 14:6 (NIV) Introduction: > Two years ago, I was given a book entitled, The Good and Beautiful ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    Part 1: Love One Another Series

    Contributed by Rick Crandall on Jun 10, 2011
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     | 7,878 views

    Christians, we must love one another because: 1. This is God’s fervent command for His church. 2. This is God’s firm command for His church. 3. This is God’s finest command for His church. 4. This is the true flag of our faith.

    Series: God’s Best for One Another Part 1: Love One Another John 13:31-38 Sermon by Rick Crandall McClendon Baptist Church - Aug. 30, 2009 *How should we treat one another in God’s church? -- How does God want us to treat each other? -The fact is that God has an intense interest in how Christians ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist