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  • David Flowers avatar

    Standing In The Stream

    Contributed by David Flowers on Feb 2, 2011
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    Dave looks at the baptism of Jesus as a formative time for him, and shows how we must have a similar experience of coming to know who we are to God.

    Standing In the Stream Wildwind Community Church David Flowers September 19, 2010 Matthew 3:1-17 (MSG) 1 While Jesus was living in the Galilean hills, John, called "the Baptizer," was preaching in the desert country of Judea. 2 His message was simple and austere, like his desert surroundings: ...read more

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    Denomination: Free Methodist

  • Bruce Ball avatar

    A Day Of Baptism

    Contributed by Bruce Ball on Jul 18, 2009
    based on 14 ratings
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    A message that precedes multiple baptisms.

    TODAY IS A DAY OF BAPTISM. - We will be baptizing - Several people into the body of Christ AND SO TODAY’S MESSAGE - Is all about baptism - And the change it brings about - In the new Christian’s heart FOR INSTANCE, - Let’s take Al Johnson. - In his 50’s, he received Jesus ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

  • Edward Tatro avatar

    Prepare Ye The Way Of The Lord!

    Contributed by Edward Tatro on Nov 3, 2009
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    Hope for the season of Advent.

    We hear this acclamation every Advent, but do we really know how to prepare the way of the Lord? Advent they say is a “mini-Lent,” a time of examining ourselves in preparation for celebrating the Sacred birth of our Redeemer. It is a time of fasting and serving our brothers and sisters of all ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    His Baptism Series

    Contributed by Travis Markes on Nov 10, 2009
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     | 7,104 views

    Eight sermons that deal with eight unique characteristics of Jesus. Got the idea from Joe Causey.

    “EIGHT UNIQUE CHARACTERISTICS OF JESUS CHRIST” “His Baptism” Matthew 3:11-17 We’re studying some of the unique characteristics of Jesus Christ and last week we looked at the uniqueness of His birth. What this means is that when we last saw Jesus he was a toddler returning from Egypt. For the next ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Andrew Moffatt avatar

    The Baptist On The Threshing Floor!!!

    Contributed by Andrew Moffatt on Nov 29, 2009
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    A look at John the Baptist prophetic description of the Christ.

    As we enter the season of advent, we think of Jesus this cute baby wrapped in swaddling clothes, in a stable in a place with a nice name, visited by the shepherds and the wise men and angels. The Christmas cards we have been brought up with show that it may have been snowing outside, and if we use ...read more

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    Denomination: Salvation Army

  • Kerry Dunn avatar

    It Takes A Fire

    Contributed by Kerry Dunn on Mar 30, 2011
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    The fire of God will put out the fire of the world!!

    >>>It takes a fire<<< Scripture;Mat 3:11 I indeed baptize you with water unto repentance: but he that cometh after me is mightier than I, whose shoes I am not worthy to bear: he shall baptize you with the Holy Ghost, and with fire: Introduction I remember seeing one time a method that they put ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Believers And Baptism Series

    Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Apr 17, 2011
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    A clear explanation of Bible baptism: It is INSUFFICIENT (to save); ILLUSTRATIVE (of Christ’s death, burial & resurrection); IDENTIFICATION (with Christ and the core Gospel truths); INTENTIONAL (not for babies); IMITATION (of Christ); & IMPORTANT.

    Believers and Baptism Chuck Sligh August 22, 2010 TEXT: Matthew 3:13-17 – “Then cometh Jesus from Galilee to Jordan unto John, to be baptized of him. 14 But John forbad him, saying, I have need to be baptized of thee, and comest thou to me? 15 And Jesus answering said unto him, Suffer it to be so ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Timm Meyer avatar

    God's Son Is Baptized

    Contributed by Timm Meyer on Apr 21, 2011
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    EPIPHANY 1 - God's Son is baptized by John the Baptist. Jesus came to his Father's work. The Father praises our humble worker.

    GOD’S SON IS BAPTIZED (Outline) January 9, 2011 - Epiphany 1 - MATTHEW 3:13-17 INTRO: Mankind’s sinfulness needs God’s forgiveness. Jesus came into this world as the very love and mercy of God. Jesus did not travel from place to place with fanfare. Jesus did not ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Provoked From Powerlessness

    Contributed by Daniel Olukoya on May 2, 2011
    based on 23 ratings
     | 22,264 views

    Beloved, God does not want His children to be spiritual weaklings, hence He gave us power to live a strong and vibrant Christian life. Therefore, God is not to blame if despite the power He has made available, you still remain a powerless Christian. When

    Beloved, God does not want His children to be spiritual weaklings, hence He gave us power to live a strong and vibrant Christian life. Therefore, God is not to blame if despite the power He has made available, you still remain a powerless Christian. When a Christian finds it difficult to overcome ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Follow Me Now!

    Contributed by Gary Stebbins on Nov 5, 2010
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    There was an urgency that these men recognized in Jesus call on their lives.

    At the end of Mtt 3, Jesus is baptized by John. John is at first taken back- resists baptizing Jesus Mtt 3:15 Jesus said to John- permit it at this time. This was the moment in time that God chose for Jesus step out onto the stage of public ministry. Mtt 4:1 Matthew- Jesus- led by the Spirit into ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    Set Apart Series

    Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Dec 13, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,128 views

    The Lord set John the Baptist apart from others for a specific ministry. God does this for all the main characters in the Bible and he does for us also.

    Matthew 3:1-12 “Set Apart” INTRODUCTION We celebrate many things in many ways during our holiday season. Families and friends, the Christmas Spirit, holiday traditions and favorite foods are but a few of the blessings in which we rejoice. Of course, at the core of our Christmas ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Christmas Is Coming! Are You Ready?

    Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Dec 13, 2010
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    Theme is Repentance.... illustration from Shel Silverstein.... taking the garbage out.... John calls us to not "regret" but to take the garbage out of our lives.

    In Jesus Holy Name December 5, 2010 Text Matthew 3:1-2,5-6 Advent I–Redeemer Lutheran “Christmas Is Coming – Are You Ready?” This past week Colleen was having several blood tests and checkups as part of her requirements for the upcoming mission trip. She ran into ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Anthony Zibolski avatar

    Meet John The Baptist

    Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Dec 20, 2010
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    What can we learn from the man that eats locust and was the forerunner for Christ?

    Meet John the Baptist Matthew chapter 3:1-3:12 Introduction- We are in the third week of Advent. Traditionally, a look at joy. Could their be anymore joy to a believer than the preparation of Jesus coming? ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    Baptism Of Jesus

    Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Jan 6, 2011
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    Three reasons why Jesus decided to be baptised - and sin isn’t one of them!

    Sermon Story: In the fifth Century AD St. Patrick baptised King Aengus by full immersion. During the baptismal ceremony, so the story goes St. Patrick leaned on his sharp-pointed staff and inadvertently stabbed the king’s foot. After the baptism was over, St. Patrick looked down at all the blood, ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

  • W Pat Cunningham avatar

    Boomers-Well And Truly Hoodwinked Series

    Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jan 8, 2011
     | 3,653 views

    Jesus came to take away sin; the sin of the United States is a sin against life. Only prayer, fasting and clear, urgent action can move us in the right direction.

    Baptism of the Lord Jesus January 9, 2010 Today’s Gospel relates one of the big questions of the early Church. All four Gospels and the Acts of the Apostles relate at least once the story of the baptism of Jesus by John. John’s baptism was a baptism of repentance. Those who came to John were ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic