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  • Patrick Nix avatar

    The True Meaning Of Christmas

    Contributed by Patrick Nix on Dec 10, 2010
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    To so many, the mystery of this event brings a magic to their celebration like none other. Let’s unwrap the greatest Christmas gift ever given and discover the REAL REASON for the SEASON... Why was Jesus Born?

    I think that we both would agree that Christmas is more than the cards and gifts, more than the trees and lights, more than family and food. There is a much deeper meaning, a much more fulfilling notion than that of a fat, bearded man on a sleigh. It is the birth of the Christ child: the true ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    What Does This Mean?

    Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Jun 9, 2011
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    Sermon for Pentecost, 2011

    Acts 2: 1 – 21 / What Does This Mean? Intro: Children love to celebrate their birthday with a party, cake, ice cream and most importantly, presents. But as we get older, we are less prone to celebrate our birthdays. I don’t like to put candles on my birthday cake because the sheer ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Discovering Life's Meaning

    Contributed by David Owens on Nov 16, 2009
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     | 3,930 views

    I used this lesson for our annual Friend Day.

    Introduction: A. Good morning and welcome to Friend Day. 1. I sincerely hope you are uplifted and challenged by what takes place among us today! 2. If you are visiting with us today, we hope that you will come again – you are always welcome. B. Let’s start with some cartoons about the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    What Accountability Means

    Contributed by Richard Cook on Aug 25, 2009
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     | 15,485 views

    Teaches believers what it means to be truly accountable for ones self and their actions, because one day we will all have to give and account of ourselves; and we will be judged according to thought-word and deed.

    Rom 14: 9 For to this end Christ both died, and rose, and revived, that he might be Lord both of the dead and living. 10 But why dost thou judge thy brother? or why dost thou set at nought thy brother? for we shall all stand before the judgment seat of Christ. 11 For it is written, As I live, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Go Means Go Series

    Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Apr 5, 2012
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     | 7,477 views

    So what part of “Go” do you think we do not understand as the Body of Christ today? Jesus told us to “Go” to be His witnesses to the world around us which means our neighbors and those across the seas. Jesus gave us the green light to be His witness to th

    Open with Video: From You Tube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FYB3vm9u3AQ Jesus said, “GO!” time: 1:59 Spiritual Mile Marker message for March 2012 Focus Evangelism: 12 ways to invite 12 people to church for Easter or other times of the year. See the 12 ways to invite someone to church card ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Following Jesus Means ........................

    Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Aug 23, 2012
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    There are really only two types of people who profess to follow Christ 1. The FRINGE BENEFIT FOLLOWERS 2. The FAITHFUL FOLLOWERS Which are you

    Sermon: The Discomfort of the Christian Life John 6:53-69 There are really only two types of people who profess to follow Christ 1. The FRINGE BENEFIT FOLLOWERS 2. The FAITHFUL FOLLOWERS 1. FRINGE BENEFITS: We are all acquainted with the term “fringe benefits.” It usually refers ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    The Meaning & The Message Of Christmas

    Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Dec 12, 2013
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    A summary of what Christmas really means.

    1. The One who is unapproachable has approached us. We are natural, while God is supernatural; we are fleshly, while God is spiritual; we are ordinary, while God is extraordinary; we are sinful, while God is holy. We could not approach God, so He approached us. The One who is supernatural, became ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Leaving The Mean In 2013

    Contributed by Lance Hostetter on Dec 24, 2013
     | 3,686 views

    This sermon will give some suggestions on how to have a better New Year.

    Text: Luke 5:33-39 Title: “Leaving the mean in 2013!” Introduction: Jesus defended his disciples from the critics. I. Stop complaining! The Living Bible translates verse 33 this way: “Their next complaint was that Jesus’ disciples were feasting instead of ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Forgiving Means Forgetting Series

    Contributed by Jim Kilson on Apr 23, 2014
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     | 5,541 views

    Part 2 of 10 in a series dedicated to debunking commonly held myths that we think are in the Bible but really aren't, myths that can and often do have devastating effects on our faith.

    INTRODUCTION: Forgiveness; just the mere mention of the word elicits a variety of feelings and reactions in us, some positive, some very much negative. Wrapped up in this word are feelings of joy and relief, and of consternation and even anger. Forgiveness is a word that indeed “moves” ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    The Meaning Of The Lord's Supper

    Contributed by Darrin Fish on May 7, 2014
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    On the cross, Jesus took all of our mistakes, shortcomings, and sins. He took the blackest and darkest things we have ever done. And in return, we are clothed with His perfection and holiness. And this offer is made to everyone.

    Have you ever found yourself doing something and for the life of you you don’t know why? Story of the little girl asking why do you cut the ends off the roast? A lot of times in life we end up doing things for the wrong reasons • And the reason is because no one has ever stopped and ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    Sabbath Means Rest

    Contributed by Jerry Smith on May 17, 2014
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    Thus, if someone truly wants to observe the Sabbath Day in modern times (New Testament era), that’s a tall order! One that I do not think anyone could keep, because as religious as the Jews were, they could not keep it (Acts 15:10).

    SABBATH MEANS REST Mark 2:27 And he said unto them, The sabbath was made for man, and not man for the sabbath: Q: What happens when we operate a cellphone, tablet, ipod, etc. all day? Q: What happens when we ride a horse all day? Q: What happens when we operate an air-conditioner all day? Q: ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    The Real Meaning Of Christmas

    Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Dec 23, 2015
     | 4,035 views

    The real meaning of Christmas is tied up essentially in the events that we celebrate at Easter

    WSG 24-12-2015 Sermon On December 17, 1903, Orville and Wilbur Wright made their first successful flight in an aeroplane at Kitty Hawk, North Carolina in the USA It was their 5th attempt, with Orville being at the controls The flight only lasted 12 seconds – but it was man first flight in ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    The Meaning Of Church Membership

    Contributed by David Radcliff on Jun 3, 2016
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    “Many of the Corinthians hearing believed, and were baptized." (Acts l8:8b) “When they believed they were saved and were baptized.” (Mark 16:16). And the moment they were saved, they became members of the church of God.

    THE MEANING OF CHURCH MEMBERSHIP I Corinthians 12:12-27 “Many of the Corinthians hearing believed, and were baptized." (Acts l8:8b) “When they believed they were saved and were baptized.” (Mark 16:16). And the moment they were saved, they became members of the church of God. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dr. William D. Poovey avatar

    The Study Of The Meaning Of The Church Series

    Contributed by Dr. William D. Poovey on Jul 21, 2015
     | 3,213 views

    The Study Of The Meaning Of The Church

    The Study Of The Meaning Of The Church Matthew 16:18 (KJV) 18 And I say also unto thee, That thou art Peter, and upon this rock I will build my church; and the gates of hell shall not prevail against it. No one will deny that the Bible talks about a church. But whose church? Which church? What ...read more

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    Denomination: Foursquare

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    The True Meaning Of Christmas

    Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Nov 27, 2016
    based on 2 ratings
     | 38,067 views

    What is the meaning of Christmas. We enjoy the festivities, the gift-giving, the pageants and decorations. But they veil the real meaning of Christmas. Join is Sunday as Pastor Sligh preaches on the “The True Meaning of Christmas."

    The True Meaning of Christmas Chuck Sligh November 27, 2016 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 Christmas means different things to different ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist