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  • Christopher Holdsworth avatar

    The Apostolic Testimony And The Authority Of Scripture.

    Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Dec 4, 2022
    based on 2 ratings
     | 1,673 views

    At the back of Peter’s apostolic testimony to the transfiguration of our Lord lies the foundational authority of the Old Testament Scriptures

    THE APOSTOLIC TESTIMONY AND THE AUTHORITY OF SCRIPTURE. 2 Peter 1:16-21. I). THE APOSTOLIC TESTIMONY. 2 Peter 1:16-18. Peter had a genuine pastoral concern for the purity of the church after his own death, literally his “exodus” (2 Peter 1:14-15). The Apostle wrote his second letter against ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    What Is Your Name? Series

    Contributed by David Spiegel on Oct 24, 2018
    based on 1 rating
     | 25,336 views

    More than being polite and calling a person by name, names are more important than we think. Scripture shows us multiple times that a name change was in order. A name that was less than desirable was changed by God himself to one of honor!

    What is Your Name? This morning we continue the series, “Questions?” We have looked at the famous questions in scripture, “Did God really say…?”, “Am I my brother’s keeper?” and “Why are you laughing?”. Today we are going to look at a question God asked that is truly about as personal as they ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Stay Passionate

    Contributed by Lane Hastie on Nov 6, 2018
    based on 4 ratings
     | 20,588 views

    Passion is a difference maker!

    Passion is a difference maker. It’s the fuel that mobilizes warriors to rush to battle, motivates scientist to find new cures, moves athletes to train, and sustains people like you and I to reach goals as we go through life. Passionate people are willing to do whatever it takes…willing to make ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    A Visitor In The Dark

    Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Mar 3, 2020
     | 4,540 views

    What does it mean to be born again? How are we born of water and the Spirit? Let’s understand the newness of a spirit life in John 3:1-17.

    What does it mean to be born again? How are we born of water and the Spirit? Let’s understand the newness of a spirit life in John 3:1-17. Nicodemus John 3:1 Now there was a Pharisee, a man named Nicodemus who was a member of the Jewish ruling council. Nicodemus was a senator in the Jewish ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Use Of Gifts.

    Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Jul 8, 2024
    based on 2 ratings
     | 741 views

    According to the proportion of faith.

    THE USE OF GIFTS. Romans 12:6-16. ROMANS 12:6. Within the church, and for the church, we each have “gifts differing according to the grace that is given to us” (cf. 1 Corinthians 7:7). These are to be used for the benefit of the whole body (1 Corinthians 12:7; 1 Peter 4:10-11). “Whether ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Intentional New Testament Church

    Contributed by Ray Swift on Feb 29, 2024
     | 798 views

    Three common statements that if overlooked, ignored or forgotten will bring the absence of God and a church that will only become a social club.

    FB, Harrisonburg #1 March 3, 2024 Sunday Morning The Intentional New Testament Church Various Scripture Intro.: Thank you so much Music Team. I want to begin my time by expressing to Bro. Robert and to Brad and to the PSC for giving me this opportunity to come and to serve as your Transitional ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Go! And Behold The Glory Of Christ Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Oct 2, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 136 views

    From the beginning of time, the glory of God has been revealed in creation, in covenant, in commandment—and ultimately in Christ.

    Go! And Behold the Glory of Christ Introduction: The Glory of Christ in Our Midst Have you ever tried to look at the sun? Even for a brief second, its brilliance is overwhelming, blinding. And yet the glory of the eternal Son of God is infinitely greater. From the beginning of time, the glory of ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Are The Teachings Of The Word Faith Movement Christian?

    Contributed by Glenn Robinson on Aug 23, 2002
    based on 20 ratings
     | 3,041 views

    This sermon documents how teachers of the Word Faith movement deny central doctrines of the historic Christian faith.

    There is a heretical movement in America today. This one is inside the Church. The Word Faith movement. What is it ? Name it and claim it. Positive confession. Question : Are the doctrines of the word faith movement consistent w/ the doctrines of the historic Church ? Importance : Doctrine ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Forsake Or Be Forsaken

    Contributed by James Groce on Aug 30, 2002
    based on 67 ratings
     | 4,529 views

    Some believe repentance means simply to "turn around" and go in the opposite direction. But the Bible tells us repentance is much more than this.

    The Greek word for repentance is metanoia. Meta means "to change or shift" and noia means "perspective." It literally means a change in the way one views things. Repentance means not only saying you’re sorry, it means you are going to genuinely change and mend your ways. John was preaching ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Tale Of Two Kings

    Contributed by Maurice Brown on Jun 16, 2001
    based on 41 ratings
     | 3,938 views

    Comparisons between King David and King Jesus

    INTRODUCTION A. Meet two great kings today 1. One is David, the second King of Israel 2. The Other is Jesus Christ, the King of Kings and Lord of Lords B. Some remarkable similarities between these two Kings 1. David was a man after God’s own heart - no other king like him ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Road Trip!

    Contributed by John Stevens on Jun 25, 2001
    based on 68 ratings
     | 6,371 views

    How much does God Love Us? The mercy of God should make us fear Him.

    ROAD TRIP! (A song of degrees) Psalm 130:1-5 INTRODUCTION § What do you like to do on road trips? § What are some of the things you’ve eaten? § What was your favorite destination? § What does your family do to keep from being bored in the car? § Is there a place your parents always take you? o Do ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dan Cale avatar

    That Your Eyes May Be Enlightened

    Contributed by Dan Cale on Aug 10, 2004
    based on 28 ratings
     | 5,531 views

    This is the second in a letter study of Ephesians. This sermon looks at what happens when our eyes are enlightened to the things of God.

    That Your Eyes May Be Enlightened Eph 1:15-23 All the world is looking for enlightenment. The Buddhists and Hindu’s meditate seeking to find in themselves the enlightenment that will bring them to salvation. The new age gurus chant and meditate and seek to find enlightenment in the same eastern ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    Construction Workers

    Contributed by Brian Mccutchen on Jan 29, 2001
    based on 124 ratings
     | 6,541 views

    Building on the solid foundation.

    Construction Workers Introduction: A. Smiling A mother noticed that it was about time for school to dismiss and since it looked like it would rain, she drove toward the school to pick up her eight-year-old daughter. She turned down the street to see her daughter running ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    What The Prodigal Had Left

    Contributed by Howard Mcglamery on Jan 17, 2003
    based on 165 ratings
     | 7,387 views

    We never get so far from God that we cannot come home. A message of grace and restoration.

    What The Prodigal Had Left Luke 15:11-24 Introduction In these fourteen verses we find one of the greatest short stories ever written. We have the story about a rebellious, wasteful son and a father who loved him. But this is more than just a story about an earthly father and son, it has a deeper ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Do You Love Me?

    Contributed by Carl Willis on Mar 18, 2003
    based on 56 ratings
     | 24,342 views

    Do you love Jesus, or do you just want to be His buddy?

    Do you love me? For most of us saying we love Jesus is easy, but do you really "love" Him? John 21:15-17 (NCV) When they finished eating, Jesus said to Simon Peter, “Simon son of John do you love me more than these?” He answered, “Yes, Lord, you know that I love you.” Jesus said, “Feed my ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational