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  • Dan Cormie avatar

    Sheep Without A Shepherd

    Contributed by Dan Cormie on Nov 23, 2014
    based on 2 ratings
     | 13,339 views

    The very people who are called to protect and feed the sheep have instead used their positions of authority to fleece the flock, exploiting them in order to make themselves rich and comfortable.

    Dakota Community Church November 23, 2014 Sheep Without Shepherds The metaphorical connection between shepherds and kings was a common one in the Old Testament. Isaiah 44:24,28 Thus says the Lord, your Redeemer, who formed you from the womb: … who says of Cyrus, ‘He is my shepherd, ...read more

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    Denomination: Mennonite

  • Dennis Davidson avatar

    Commissioned & Empowered Witnesses Series

    Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Dec 8, 2014
    based on 8 ratings
     | 26,693 views

    In these final instructions Jesus declares the church's mission of worldwide evangelism and discipleship. Jesus has completed His mission of dying as the Lamb of God for the sins of the World (Jn. 1:29). Now Jesus commissions His disciples with a mission.

    LUKE 24: 44-53 COMMISSIONED AND EMPOWERED WITNESSES [Luke 18:31-33] Having assured the disciples of His physical resurrection (vv. 36-43), Jesus now gives them the great commission. In these final instructions Jesus declares the church's mission of worldwide evangelism and discipleship. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Is There Really A Hell? Series

    Contributed by Mark Eberly on Mar 3, 2008
     | 4,035 views

    Is there really a hell? The answer from the Bible is: Yes. However, perhaps a deeper question is how can a loving God send people to eternal torment? We’ll look at this and also what it is the God wants from us.

    The Burning Question Is There Really a Hell? March 2, 2008 I have heard many recovered alcoholics and addicts describe their lives before recovery as a “living hell.” Their lives were filled with suffering, agony, and anguish for themselves and those around them. The conclusion is that the throes ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Love & Betrayal Series

    Contributed by Tom Fuller on Mar 11, 2008
     | 5,063 views

    Are you ashamed to be served by Jesus? Be careful how you answer. As Jesus demonstrates what real love is, he also recoils at real betrayal.

    In the February 20th issue of Time Magazine, Joel Stein writes the cover story about George Clooney the Hollywood TV actor turned movie star. Stein recalls asking Clooney for an interview. What he got was Clooney himself coming over for dinner. “He’ll eat whatever’s cooking” his publicist said. The ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

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    If Only You Knew

    Contributed by Trevor Woodget on Mar 13, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 9,497 views

    Jesus the Messiah comes as Prophet Priest and King on Palm Sunday

    Luke 19:28-48 Basingstoke Palm Sunday 16th March 2008 If only you knew We usually think of Palm Sunday as a really happy time All the waving palm branches, shouts of Hosanna! Cheers, Celebration. So it’s a surprise to read in v41-42 that Jesus was in tears!! "As he approached Jerusalem and saw the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Living A Life Of Grace Series

    Contributed by Mark Opperman on Jan 10, 2008
    based on 11 ratings
     | 25,743 views

    God’s grace finds expression in the way we treat both people and possessions.

    Living a Life of Grace Acts 4:32-37 32All the believers were one in heart and mind. No one claimed that any of his possessions was his own, but they shared everything they had. 33 With great power the apostles continued to testify to the resurrection of the Lord Jesus, and much grace was upon them ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Arrested By Love Series

    Contributed by Mark Opperman on Jan 10, 2008
    based on 24 ratings
     | 35,912 views

    God wants to put a stop to our old way of living so that we might experience His restoration and know His love.

    Arrested by Love Acts 9:1-19 Intro: In my nearly 40 years, I’ve never been arrested. I did receive 3 speeding tickets and a traffic violation soon after I turned 16. Then I got another speeding ticket 3 years later- back when the interstate was still 55 MPH in ID, rather than 75. Of course I ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    "A Contented Life” Series

    Contributed by Ed Taylor on Aug 8, 2008
     | 5,681 views

    The treasures of this world don’t last.

    1. STUCK! BOUND! ENSLAVED. That’s the life of the man, of the woman, who is DISCONTENT! Just Plain STUCK! a. Have you ever really thought about what a waste of time it is to chase after stuff?! b. The treasures of this world don’t last. c. Jesus said they rust, they get ripped off. d. Peter ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Closing The Loop Series

    Contributed by Byron Harvey on Aug 12, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,865 views

    I preach expository messages, and this is from my series on the book of Acts.

    “Closing the Loop” Acts 14:19-28 December 30, 2007 If you really, really believe that you are right, what does that belief produce in you? Atheist Christopher Hitchens, as I’ve mentioned before, has written a book entitled God is Not Great, wherein he details all the myriad problems he has ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    Elisha - Equipped For Service

    Contributed by Brian Harvison on Aug 16, 2008
    based on 9 ratings
     | 11,918 views

    Shows how we can follow the example from Elisha in being properly equipped for God’s service

    Elisha - Equipped for Service II Kings 2:1-15 Are you ready for tomorrow? Kids are you ready for tomorrow? Do you have all your notebooks and pens and #2 pencils crammed into your backpack ready for that bright and early wake up call? Teachers are you ready for tomorrow? Lessons plans in order, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • David Flowers avatar

    Life, Stinky Clothes, And Freedom Series

    Contributed by David Flowers on Sep 22, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,398 views

    Part 12 in series Love Never Dies, this message examines a couple of key verses in John 11 where Jesus raises Lazarus from the dead.

    Life, stinky clothes, and freedom Love Never Dies, prt. 12 Wildwind Community Church David Flowers 6/20/2010 Good morning everybody. I want to start this morning by thanking Jason for filling in for me the last couple of weeks. Thanks Jason! Two weeks ago I thought I was flying to ...read more

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    Denomination: Free Methodist

  • Mark Opperman avatar

    What God Wouldn’t Do For You! Series

    Contributed by Mark Opperman on Dec 9, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,426 views

    There is so much in His heart for us. He is doing so much to bring those things about. If we only knew the half of it, we would be totally amazed that He goes to such lengths to help us.

    What God Wouldn’t Do for You! Ephesians 3:14-21 (NLT) 14 When I think of the wisdom and scope of God’s plan, I fall to my knees and pray to the Father, 15 the Creator of everything in heaven and on earth. 16 I pray that from his glorious, unlimited resources he will give you mighty inner ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Don’t Lose Your Mind Series

    Contributed by Mark Opperman on Dec 10, 2009
    based on 8 ratings
     | 11,622 views

    Keeping a salvation mindset will protect us from distraction, disorientation, and discouragement as we keep our eyes on the prize.

    Don’t Lose Your Mind Ephesians 6:13-17 13 Therefore put on the full armor of God, so that when the day of evil comes, you may be able to stand your ground, and after you have done everything, to stand. 14 Stand firm then, with the belt of truth buckled around your waist, with the breastplate of ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Johnny A. Palmer Jr. avatar

    Rebuilding Our Broken Lives.

    Contributed by Johnny A. Palmer Jr. on Mar 25, 2010
     | 11,258 views

    There is a spiritual AIDS that causes our spiritual immune system to be broken down.

    Admin OptionsFeature Edit Discussion Close Discussion Add Tags Cancel Delete Discussion Intro: 1. Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome – better known as AIDS. It is a disease that causes “an inability in the body’s immune system to ward off infections.” It was first ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Timothy Darling avatar

    What's Going On When God's People Suffer?

    Contributed by Timothy Darling on Mar 28, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,398 views

    There are multiple spiritual dynamics to suffering that goes beneath the surface.

    What's going on when God's people suffer? Holy Week is about suffering. It is specifically about the suffering of Jesus, but I believe it like the season of Lent is also about our own mortality. It is a time to reflect on our moral place in life and on the humanity of what we endure, waiting for ...read more

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    Denomination: Mennonite