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  • Dr. Jerry N. Watts avatar

    The Starting Point Series

    Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Jan 13, 2014
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     | 10,112 views

    This is the first in a series of 4 messages designed to help create a new focus on Purpose/Vision/Mission. Thanks to the writings of Dr. Gene Mimms, Dr. Rick Warren, & Dr. Thom Rainer for the 'extra' readings to complete this series.

    The Starting Point PURPOSE FOR A NEW YEAR - #1 of 4 Jerry Watts Matt. 22:34-40 / Matt 28:18-20 • As last year has now ended and a new year presents itself, we have met twice to pray and dream about God’s desire for us, both individually and collectively. God has placed us here for a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Myths Series

    Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Jan 13, 2014
     | 5,399 views

    This is the second in a series of 4 messages designed to help create a new focus on Purpose/Vision/Mission. Thanks to the writings of Dr. Gene Mimms, Dr. Rick Warren, & Dr. Thom Rainer for the 'extra' readings to complete this series.

    “The MYTHS” Purpose living for a New Year - #2 of 4 Jerry Watts MATT 16:13-19 • Shortly after I became your pastor I took a trip to Saddleback for 2 conferences in one week. One conference was “Preaching for Life-Change” and the other was “The Purpose-Driven ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    My Building Series

    Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Jan 13, 2014
     | 6,793 views

    This is the first in a series of 4 messages designed to help create a new focus on Purpose/Vision/Mission. Thanks to the writings of Dr. Gene Mimms, Dr. Rick Warren, & Dr. Thom Rainer for the 'extra' readings to complete this series.

    “My Building” Purpose for a New Year - #4 of 4 Jerry Watts Col. 3:1-4 (NOTE: I am indebted to Dr. Gene Mimms, Dr. Thom Rainer, & Dr Rick Warren for their writings that assisted greatly with this series of messages) • We began, what has been for me – a journey – four ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Supplication Series

    Contributed by James Parker on Aug 31, 2011
     | 5,662 views

    Today we look at the last part of this verse, the last thing mentioned that they continued steadfastly in. Let’s read it one more time! "And they continued stedfastly in the apostles’ doctrine and fellowship, and in breaking of bread, and in prayers."

    Healthy Church Part 4 Supplication Acts 2:42 So last week we celebrated Resurrection Sunday. We deviated from the mini series that we have been in to celebrate a risen Savior! Last week we put the resurrection on trial, and I hope with the evidence presented that you are in agreement with the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Bring It On

    Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Sep 21, 2011
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     | 6,499 views

    Too often, we run from challenges. Yet the people we love to read about in the Bible are impressive because they battled challenges. If God sends you on stony paths, He will provide you with strong shoes.

    Opening illustration: A TV program on the History Channel featured the world’s most extreme airports. The one that caught my attention is no longer open, but it is one I had flown into. I agree that Hong Kong’s Kai Tak Airport was definitely a thrill ride for passengers and surely a challenge for ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Go Tell It On The Mountain

    Contributed by Joseph Smith on Aug 10, 2010
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     | 7,403 views

    Celebrates the literary insights of James Baldwin, who had died shortly before; the privilege of redemptive suffering on the part of a person or a people participates in the suffering of Christ and of His victory. Includes readings from Baldwin’s writing

    Nothing is more full of mystery than this – that the suffering of .a few who are oppressed and injured acts to redeem the many, including the oppressors. And yet nothing is more true than this – that from time to time a person, a people, a race receives the awesome privilege of suffering in such ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Luke 12:13-21 Parable Of The Rich Fool

    Contributed by William D. Brown on Apr 1, 2011
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     | 23,536 views

    Let me say to begin with, that a parable is an earthly story to illustrate a heavenly truth, and we’re about to read the account of Jesus giving this parable to do with COVETOUSNESS to a great multitude of people that had gathered together, and there was

    LUKE 12:13-21 PARABLE OF THE RICH FOOL 4-2-11 Let me say to begin with, that a parable is an earthly story to illustrate a heavenly truth, and we’re about to read the account of Jesus giving this parable to do with COVETOUSNESS to a great multitude of people that ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    How To Bring A Friend To Jesus

    Contributed by Mark Aarssen on Aug 18, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,637 views

    Do you know someone who you want to introduce to Jesus? Have you tried your best to get them to come to church or read a bible or attend a Christian event in the hope it might change their life?

    How to bring a friend to Jesus Do you know someone who you want to introduce to Jesus? Have you tried your best to get them to come to church or read a bible or attend a Christian event in the hope it might change their life? Is there someone on your heart whom you know would love to be here ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Christian Contentment, Powerful Stuff! Series

    Contributed by Greg Nance on Feb 1, 2012
    based on 4 ratings
     | 9,746 views

    What a beautiful letter from Paul to the Philippians! Chapter four points to the peace of God from the God of peace and the power of contentment through the strength of Christ. A must read for all Christians looking for joy and encouragement in Christ!

    (Read the entire letter of Philippians as if hearing it’s loving message for the first time). What a message from God! Notice the ending of peace and contentment and having all our needs supplied through God’s glorious riches in Christ Jesus! Contentment... what is that? A poet once wrote: ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • William D. Brown avatar

    Rev. #33~10: - Another Mighty Angel -Pt-2 Series

    Contributed by William D. Brown on Dec 7, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,170 views

    Frequently in the Old Testament we read about “the Angel of Jehovah.” These preincarnate appearances of Christ in the O.T. are called Theophanies or Christophanies, I personaly beleive this "MIGHTY ANGEL" is the Lord Jesus Christ, there are others w

    Rev. #33~10:1-11 ANOTHER MIGHTY ANGEL pt-2 12-5-09 Today we’ll continue with our study of the Revelation here in chapter 10:, last time we talked about the 1st four verses and pointed out that this Mighty Angel that we find here , we believe to be the Lord Jesus Christ because of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Rich Anderson avatar

    "Create In Me A Clean Heart" Series

    Contributed by Rich Anderson on Jan 11, 2011
    based on 5 ratings
     | 34,993 views

    During those times in our life when it seems we have no hope, we can read the words of David to know that God is always present. Jesus said, "I will never leave you or forsake you."

    Spend time every day in God’s Word. Find joy in something each day. Work on self improvement. Try something new. Venture out and do something different. One of my favorite musical artists is a man named James Taylor. I’ve enjoyed his guitar playing and ballads for over 35 years. In the early ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    Discover The Lengths Jesus Will Go To Love And Protect Us

    Contributed by Gordon Mcculloch on Feb 22, 2016
     | 13,016 views

    Jesus wants to protect us, yet most people do not know his love, or the lengths he will go to protect us. This sermon will help to uncover love, even though the reading itself appears to be of little importance.

    This sermon was delivered to St Oswald’s in Maybole, Ayrshire, Scotland on the 21st February 2016; St Oswalds is a Scottish Episcopal Church in the Dioceses of Glasgow and Dumfries. The readings for today are: Genesis 15: Philippians 3 Luke 13:31-35 Psalm 27 “Please be seated, and ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal

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    I Am A Soldier Series

    Contributed by Davon Huss on Nov 19, 2015
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     | 11,932 views

    A Bible study on 2 Timothy and A CHRISTIAN IS... a soldier in the Lord's army (Material adapted from Alger Fitch in his book, Reading Between the Lines, and Bob Tinsky's book, A Christian Is...) Preached for Veteran's Day

    HoHum: Object: A flag Today we celebrate a special holiday. - It isn't Thanksgiving, even though that is getting close - It isn't Independence Day or Valentine's Day The holiday we celebrate today is called Veterans Day. This holiday is celebrated in many countries around the world. In some ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Fr Mund Cargill Thompson avatar

    Things You Don’t Expect A Vicar To Say: I Agree With Isis.

    Contributed by Fr Mund Cargill Thompson on Nov 22, 2015
    based on 5 ratings
     | 9,298 views

    Of course there are a few subtle differences on tactics but on the two key points I agree with ISIS. Loyalty to God always comes before loyalty to my country. I believe in destroying the enemies of God. Shocked? Read on....

    Things you don’t expect a vicar to say: I agree with ISIS. Of course there are a few subtle differences on tactics but on the two key points I agree with ISIS. - Loyalty to God always comes before loyalty to my country. - I believe in destroying the enemies of God. Let’s start with ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

  • Jeff Strite avatar

    Behold The Man! Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Mar 5, 2021
    based on 4 ratings
     | 9,851 views

    The only man who seemed to know who Jesus was was Pilate, and he says things that make you think he's reading from a script... God's script. Why would that be?

    A group of people volunteered to do a parachute jump for charity. On their first day of training, the instructor made an important point about preparing for landing at 300 feet off the ground. One woman asked “How do you know when you’re at 300 feet?” The instructor smiled and said: “Good ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ