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  • Dr. Ronald Shultz avatar

    The Bible Code

    Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Feb 26, 2005
    based on 71 ratings
     | 4,539 views

    Stop trying to appease the world’s intellect for they cannot understand God by the mind. True science affirms the Word, but science doesn’t convict the heart. Facts are easily ignored, but the Spirit working on the heart cannot; resisted, but not ignored

    Having just seen a show about the Bible Code the other day, so I thought I would put in my two cents on the issue. I know some very good men think this is a great find, but even great men need to hear from an Amos from time to time. When you first listen to it, it sounds really cool especially to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Ron Hicks avatar

    Show Us A Sign

    Contributed by Ron Hicks on Sep 22, 2005
    based on 10 ratings
     | 2,756 views

    Are you looking for a sign to convince you of God’s love and salvation? Look around, their everywhere.

    SHOW US A SIGN Matt 12:38-40 38 Then certain of the scribes and of the Pharisees answered, saying, Master, we would see a sign from thee. 39 But he answered and said unto them, An evil and adulterous generation seeketh after a sign; ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Gerry Pratt avatar

    Pure And Undefiled In Speech

    Contributed by Gerry Pratt on Jan 29, 2002
    based on 37 ratings
     | 4,461 views

    We, as Christians, need to guard our tongues.

    There are several ways that people use to decide what kind of individual another person is. A. I am not saying that all of these are valid....indeed, I do believe that a few of these measurements do not......accurately....indicate a person’s worth. 1. Valid, or ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Danny Moss avatar

    "Lessons Learned From The Prophet Jonah"

    Contributed by Danny Moss on Jan 30, 2002
    based on 203 ratings
     | 27,781 views

    This sermon lists several lessons to be learned from the life and ministry of the Old Testament prophet, Jonah.

    LESSONS WE CAN LEARN FROM THE PROPHET JONAH Text: Matthew 12:38-41 "Then certain of the scribes and of the Pharisees answered, saying, Master, we would see a sign from thee. But he answered and said unto them, An evil and adulterous generation ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • James May avatar

    Is Jesus Really That Good?

    Contributed by James May on Jan 20, 2002
    based on 45 ratings
     | 6,940 views

    When we look upon the goodness and wisdom that Christ offers we should desire to be like Him and not just give Him lip service like the Queen of Sheba.

    Disclaimer: Due to the large amount of sermons and topics that appear on this site I feel it is necessary to post this disclaimer on all sermons posted. These sermons are original to the author and the leading of the Holy Spirit. While ideas and illustrations are often gleaned from many ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Ian Humphrey avatar

    Pre-Eminence Of Christ's Mission Series

    Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Nov 8, 2001
    based on 14 ratings
     | 3,553 views

    exposition on Matt ch 12

    THE PRE-EMINENCE OF HIS MISSION, MESSAGE AND MOTIVATION Matthew 12 v. 22 - 50 The pre-eminence of His mission V. 22 - "Then was brought unto him one possessed with a devil, blind and dumb; and he healed him." 1. His was a mission of power v. 22 "He healed him" 2. His was a mission of peril, v. ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

  • Joe Durai avatar

    Words And Wonders

    Contributed by Joe Durai on Nov 13, 2001
    based on 19 ratings
     | 6,309 views

    Words produce wonders or horrors!

    WORDS AND WONDERS Words are powerful. They are spirit carriers. Out of the spiritual comes the natural; for out of the unseen comes the things that are seen. Men and matters are moved and molded by spirits. God could have brought forth the world with His thoughts. ...read more

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    Denomination: Apostolic

  • Keith Foskey avatar

    Sins Against The Spirit Series

    Contributed by Keith Foskey on Jun 6, 2005
    based on 11 ratings
     | 5,034 views

    A sermon outlining the sins of blasphemy, grieving and quenching of the Spirit

    Sermon Series: ¡§God, The Holy Spirit¡¨ Sermon #3 ¡§Sins Against the Spirit¡¨ Text: Matthew 12:30-32 OPENING JOKE: ¡§Four Preachers Confess¡¨ Four preachers met for a friendly gathering. During the conversation one preacher said, ¡§Our people come to us and pour out their hearts, confess certain ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Anthony Smith avatar

    Teaching The Bible Part 4 Of Matthew Series

    Contributed by Anthony Smith on Jan 22, 2005
    based on 7 ratings
     | 3,431 views

    Continuing Series.References or refereeing from one scripture to another is an important part in learning exactly what a verse means. Once you are used to looking up references, it will be easy for you to understand.For ages 19 to 50+

    Teaching the Bible. Part 4, of Matthew. By Rev. A.R.Smith References or refereeing from one scripture to ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Dale Miller avatar

    Do Us A Trick Series

    Contributed by Dale Miller on Feb 7, 2005
    based on 16 ratings
     | 3,753 views

    Jesus tells the Pharisees that the only sign that they will be given is the sign of Jonah.

    MUB 2-6-05 MATT 12;38-41 38Then some of the Pharisees and teachers of the law said to him, "Teacher, we want to see a miraculous sign from you." 39He answered, "A wicked and adulterous generation asks for a miraculous sign! But none will be given it except the sign of the prophet Jonah. 40For as ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Brian La Croix avatar

    Asking Jesus To "Prove It."

    Contributed by Brian La Croix on Jul 29, 2006
    based on 11 ratings
     | 6,176 views

    Message about demanding signs from God.

    Asking Jesus to “Prove It.” Matthew 12:38-42 July 9, 2006 Introduction How many here are fans of westerns? You like reading them and watching them on TV or movies? It’s okay to admit it! One of the more exciting things in these westerns are the gunfights that happen when someone makes a ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    The Sign Of Jonah

    Contributed by Brian La Croix on Jul 29, 2006
    based on 11 ratings
     | 7,893 views

    Second message on Matthew 12:38-42, this one dealing with the words of Jesus regarding the sign of Jonah and how the people responded to his words.

    The Sign of Jonah Matthew 12:38-42, 16:1-4 July 16, 2006 Introduction There’s a really good chance that you’re going to beat the Baptists to Steak-N-Buffet today, because this message is going to be a bit shorter than normal. I know you’re just heart-broken over that, but I’m sure you’ll get ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

  • Robert Higgins avatar

    Gossip

    Contributed by Robert Higgins on Aug 8, 2006
    based on 26 ratings
     | 27,007 views

    Why is gossip wrong? How can it be corrected?

    Gossip Coming out of church, Mrs. Smith asked her husband, "Do you think that Johnson girl is tinting her hair?""I didn’t even see her," admitted Mr. Smith."And that dress Mrs. Davis was wearing," continued Mrs. Smith, "Really, don’t tell me you think that’s the proper costume for a mother of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Ross Cochrane avatar

    Part 7 - Matthew 12:22-37 - Blind And Dumb About Demons! Series

    Contributed by Ross Cochrane on Oct 6, 2010
    based on 39 ratings
     | 6,807 views

    One man, normally passive and easy to get along with became increasingly MORE DEMANDING and UPSET for no reason at all, SUSPICIOUS of everyone and DISORIENTED, swearing at everyone and abusive to the point of having to be physically restrained by the poli

    Part 7 - Matthew 12:22-37 - BLIND AND DUMB ABOUT DEMONS! As I walked into the room I had visited only that morning I noticed that some people, had an increased CONFUSION, RESTLESSNESS AND INSECURITY. I met the Asian woman with such beautiful eyes who HALLUCINATES and HEARS VOICES each afternoon. I ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Part 8 - Matthew 12:22-28 - I’m An Atheist And I Intend To Stay That Way! Series

    Contributed by Ross Cochrane on Oct 9, 2010
    based on 34 ratings
     | 5,893 views

    His recovery was amazing. An answer to prayer! I introduced myself. He looked at me, recognised who I was immediately, and said vehemently, "I’m an ATHEIST and I intend to stay that way!" His response to Christ as he had faced the possibility of death was

    Part 8 - Matthew 12:22-28 - I’M AN ATHEIST AND I INTEND TO STAY THAT WAY! He was wide eyed but unable to speak properly. The nurses told me that he did not have long to live. Brian (not his real name) was experiencing spasms of pain and shortness of breath. He was groaning, and looked weak, drawn ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational