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  • Dennis Davidson avatar

    Jesus Washes The Disciples' Feet Series

    Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Aug 3, 2009
    based on 77 ratings
     | 65,797 views

    This parable in action sets forth the principle of lowly service and asks the followers of Jesus to be like Him, not like the world.

    JOHN 13: 1-11 JESUS WASHES THE DISCIPLES’ FEET [Luke 22:24-27] In the earlier chapters Jesus had given His ministry to the people of Galilee and Jerusalem. In chapters 13 and following Jesus turns from an unbelieving world to minister the Father’s love to His inner circle of disciples. He ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Unity Of The Believers

    Contributed by Mark Aarssen on Jun 24, 2018
     | 6,462 views

    What if a church lived like the first church? What would that look like? Can we be such a church today?

    The Unity of the Believers Psalm 133 Acts 4:32-35 1 John 1 and 1 John 2:3-6 Message: Opening Reading: Luke 24:36-49 This past week was for so many of us a week of celebration and affirmation. We belong to those who are called Christians or in a larger context “The Church”. We recognize only ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    The Vicarious Death Of Christ

    Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Jul 2, 2025
     | 418 views

    If you are like me, there so many things that we do not see that we would like to see. For example…

    Illus: On one of the GUNSMOKE episode Matt Dillon is in a serious gun fight in one of the episodes. Matt draws his pistol out of his holster to shoot the bad fellow with one hand and his other arm was slightly behind his back which was unusual for him. Since this was unusual for him someone asked ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Know That You Know Series

    Contributed by C. Philip Green on May 16, 2019
     | 9,823 views

    If you want to know that you know the Lord, then listen to the Lord, live like the Lord, and love like the Lord.

    I want to give you a little quiz just to see how much you know. If you have a pen and paper, you can write down your answers if you want. Here are the questions: a. How long did the Hundred Years War last? b. Which country makes Panama hats? c. From which animal do we get catgut? d. In which ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    Mephibosheth: A Life Changing Lesson On The Power Of Blood Covenant

    Contributed by Raymond Petzholt on Mar 12, 2024
     | 2,307 views

    Mephibosheth teaches us some very powerful lessons about Biblical Blood Covenants that should transform & empower our Christian lives to love & serve King Jesus more than ever!

    MEPHIBOSHETH: A Life Changing Lesson on the Power of Blood Covenant (One of the meanings of "Mephibosheth" is “dispeller of shame” (2 Sam. 4:4) (2 Samuel 9:1-13) The story of Mephibosheth teaches us some very powerful lessons about Biblical Blood Covenants that should ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    "God Loves A Giver – Sometimes – Part 2 Series

    Contributed by David Elvery on May 6, 2009
     | 4,507 views

    Part 2 of a sermon on what a God honouring Giver looks like

    “God loves a giver – Sometimes – Part 2” Gladstone Baptist Church – 14/5/06 am (Much of this material is sourced from Randy Alcorn’s book. “the Treasure Principle”) Read Luke 12:13-34 & Matt 13:44-46 Last week I think that I stirred up a bit of hornet’s nest didn’t I. And I am glad. If ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Will Jesus Come Again? Series

    Contributed by Brian Bill on May 30, 2003
    based on 240 ratings
     | 42,135 views

    While our country is fascinated with how the world may end, there hasn’t been much emphasis on the second coming of Jesus. The disciples didn’t doubt if Jesus was coming back – they just didn’t know when it would happen. We’ll look at some “signs” of Hi

    Will Jesus Come Again? Rev. Brian Bill 5/20/01 This past Tuesday night Beth had a meeting here at church. As the girls and I watched her get ready, we noticed that she was leaving with two wonderful desserts. When we couldn’t get her to give us some before she left, we pleaded with her to bring ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Blessed Are The Merciful Series

    Contributed by Scott Kircher on Mar 7, 2010
    based on 14 ratings
     | 23,597 views

    What is mercy and what does it look like in a believers life.

    Blessed are the Merciful Matthew 5:7 – “Blessed are the merciful, for they will be shown mercy. “ Slide Illustration - Napoleon The story is told of a mother who once approached Napoleon asking for a pardon for her son. Napoleon replied that the young man had twice committed a ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Discovering Your Dream – Part 3 Series

    Contributed by Mark Perryman on May 11, 2006
    based on 9 ratings
     | 4,056 views

    I’m taking about one concept: Giving it away.

    INTRO: Last week as I was sitting on stage, Ben was singing "History Maker". The impression that came over me for mothers was they are history markers and they don’t even realize it. Moms are making history by raising kids who are going to impact history. But as I began to reflect each and every ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    God Almighty Series

    Contributed by Rick Stacy on Nov 17, 2003
    based on 34 ratings
     | 10,984 views

    3rd in series: El Shaddai - God Almighty. We are like rag dolls in the hands an evil demented child but God is in the business of sustaining people like me and people like you.

    Did you see Toy Story? Do you remember the toys? Some were pretty normal – sort of. · There was our hero, Woody, who was afraid he would lose his place in Andy’s life. · Mr. Potato Head had a chip on his shoulder and a face that kept falling off. · There was the dinosaur that wanted to ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Steve Shepherd avatar

    Mother, May I? Series

    Contributed by Steve Shepherd on May 2, 2011
    based on 94 ratings
     | 34,786 views

    1- Mother, may I have a faith like yours 2- Mother, may I have a heart like yours 3- Mother, may I have hands like yours

    INTRO.- God took the fragrance of a flower... The majesty of a tree... The gentleness of morning dew... The calm of a quiet sea... The beauty of the twilight hour... The soul of a starry night... The laughter of a rippling brook... The grace of a bird in flight... Then God fashioned from these ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Brian Bill avatar

    The Promise Of The Lord's Return Series

    Contributed by Brian Bill on Aug 28, 2011
    based on 6 ratings
     | 32,028 views

    Every day we move closer to Christ's return.

    The Promise of the Lord’s Return John 14:3 Rev. Brian Bill 8/28/11 This has been quite a week weather-wise in our country. With Hurricane Irene bearing down on the East Coast, people are worried and taking precautions. Earlier in the week an earthquake shook up many of these same people. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Steve Ely avatar

    Stolen - Pt. 1 - Presence Series

    Contributed by Steve Ely on Jan 17, 2019
     | 4,908 views

    Have you ever experienced theft? Something that is rightfully yours taken? This year, during Christmas, it is time to get those things back!

    Presence I. Introduction No one likes a thief at any time of the year but especially at Christmas. You have read or seen accounts of families who have lost everything at Christmas due to a thief breaking into home or car. All hope seems to be lost. It seems Christmas for all of its emphasis on ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Self-Made Outsiders

    Contributed by Ralf Bergmann on Jun 27, 2002
    based on 19 ratings
     | 2,552 views

    If someone tells me that the more they look like and act like those of the world the greater a chance of evangelistic success they have, my response is BOLOGNA! And I don’t care how you slice it, it remains BOLOGNA. If we look like and act like the world

    Sermon Title: Self-Made Outsiders Sermon Text: 1 Peter 1:1-9 Bethel Christian Church Date: October 8, 2000 Scripture Introduction: Once again, this morning we are going to be looking at one of the books which wasn’t quite easily accepted by everyone. Last week we looked at a section of the book ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    Climate Change- The End Of The World? A Christian Perspective Series

    Contributed by Ewen Huffman on May 22, 2005
    based on 14 ratings
     | 7,349 views

    Is there such a thing as climate change? If so- does it mean the end of the world is soon? What should Christians think and do about these huge subjects?

    "Climate change- the end of the world? A Christian response" Lk 21:5-32. WBC 22/05/05pm Again- apologies. I am ill prepared for this! Not an expert. Ran out of time this week. - always think "why did I decide to cover this?!" - I’m not going to be able to do this justice. Certainly not on the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist