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  • Stephen Smarowsky avatar

    Paradigm Shift

    Contributed by Stephen Smarowsky on Mar 8, 2009
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     | 6,891 views

    The Pharisees had added their own interpretations to the law. Tradition was also becoming law. Jesus teaches the original intended meaning of 7 major laws of the time.

    1. Jesus Fulfillment of the Law v.17-20 “Do not think that I came to abolish the Law…but to fulfill…” - The Pharisees thought that Jesus was trying to abolish the law because He freely disregarded the Pharisaic traditions. - Although they thought that Jesus was destroying the law, they were ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Don't Blame The Darkness

    Contributed by Charles Mallory on Mar 13, 2009
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    The only remedy for the darkness in the world is to produce more light!

    IT IS SAFE TO SAY THAT ANYTIME ANYONE ENTERS A DARKENED ROOM THAT THE FIRST THING THEY WANT TO DO IS FIND THE SWITCH TO TURN ON THE LIGHTS SO THEY CAN SEE. OTHER THAN TO SLEEP, I HONESTLY DON’T THINK MOST PEOPLE ENJOY DARKNESS. IT IS ENVELOPING AND SUFFOCATING. IT CAN SOMETIMES BE UNDERSTOOD AS ...read more

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    Denomination: Free Methodist

  • Michael Luke avatar

    I Came To Fulfill The Law And The Prophets Series

    Contributed by Michael Luke on Mar 16, 2009
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     | 12,409 views

    A look at why Jesus came to earth in His own words

    SERIES: WHAT JESUS SAID ABOUT WHY HE CAME “I CAME TO FULFILL THE LAW AND THE PROPHETS” MATTHEW 5:17-20 INTRODUCTION A young boy was bitterly disappointed at not being cast as Joseph in his church’s nativity play. He was given the minor role of the innkeeper instead. Throughout the weeks ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Mark Schaeufele avatar

    A Messiah Of Influence Series

    Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Mar 19, 2009
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     | 6,127 views

    As Jesus disciples, we are to influencers not the influenced.

    A Messiah of Influence Text: Matt. 5:13-16 Introduction 1. Illustration: Historian Philip Schaff, described the overwhelming influence which Jesus had on subsequent history and culture of the world: “This Jesus of Nazareth, without money and arms, conquered more millions than Alexander, ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Mark Schaeufele avatar

    A Messiah Who Fulfills Series

    Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Mar 26, 2009
    based on 11 ratings
     | 7,559 views

    Since the Bible is all about Jesus, we must read it, know it, and strive to obey it.

    A Messiah Who Fulfills Text: Matt. 5:17-20 Introduction 1. Illustration: Old Testament scholar Christopher Wright states in his book Knowing Jesus Through the Old Testament, "I find myself aware that in reading the Hebrew Scriptures I am handling something that gives me a closer link with ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Matt Barker avatar

    Light Of The World

    Contributed by Matt Barker on Aug 10, 2008
    based on 26 ratings
     | 31,988 views

    We are called to be the light of the world.

    About a month ago, I was up here talking about us being the Salt of the Earth, and what that actually means. Today, we are going to continue on from there to the next part of this message from Jesus in his sermon on the mount. Let’s open our bibles to: Matthew 5:14-16 "You are the light of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    A Thousand Points Of Light

    Contributed by Bruce Howell on Aug 21, 2008
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    God’s people are the light of the world. Each act of love is an example of the will designed to pierce the darkness.

    A Thousand Points of Light Matt 5:13-16 13 "You are the salt of the earth. But if the salt loses its saltiness, how can it be made salty again? It is no longer good for anything, except to be thrown out and trampled by men. 14 "You are the light of the world. A city on a hill cannot be ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    Being The Salt Series

    Contributed by Rev. Bruce A. Shields on Aug 23, 2008
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     | 4,924 views

    Part 2:Sermon on the Mount Series - We are commanded as believers, as followers of Jesus Christ to be the salt of the earth.

    The Great Commission Part 2 – Sermon on the Mount – Salt & Light Pastor Bruce A. Shields House of Faith – www.PS127.org WELCOME INTRODUCTION TO SERMON † Jesus cleanses the Temple at the beginning of His ministry † Jesus explains the Holy Spirit to Nicodemus † Jesus explains Salvation to the ...read more

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    Denomination: Bible Church

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    Being The Light Of The World Series

    Contributed by Rev. Bruce A. Shields on Aug 23, 2008
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     | 15,281 views

    Part 3:Sermon on the Mount Series - We were commanded by Jesus to be the light unto this world.

    The Great Commission Part 3 – Sermon on the Mount – Salt & Light Pastor Bruce A. Shields House of Faith – www.PS127.org WELCOME INTRODUCTION TO SERMON † Jesus cleanses the Temple at the beginning of His ministry † Jesus explains the Holy Spirit to Nicodemus † Jesus explains Salvation to the ...read more

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    Denomination: Bible Church

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    Jesus And The Law Series

    Contributed by Rev. Bruce A. Shields on Aug 23, 2008
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     | 4,503 views

    Part 4:Sermon on the Mount Series - Jesus did not come to do away with the law...but it was the law which was to point all to the need of a Savior, Jesus Christ, therefore He was the fulfillment of the Law.

    The Great Commission Part 4 – Sermon on the Mount – Jesus and the Law Pastor Bruce A. Shields House of Faith – www.PS127.org WELCOME INTRODUCTION TO SERMON † The Sermon on the Mount – The Beatitudes † We are the Salt, staying pure with God’s Holy Word † We are the Light, showing that Word to the ...read more

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    Denomination: Bible Church

  • Jeremias Fababier avatar

    Useful Or Useless Series

    Contributed by Jeremias Fababier on Sep 3, 2008
     | 7,549 views

    As God’s people we are not expected not just to know what we should believe but we need also to know how to behave

    TOPIC: USEFUL OR USELESS ((A Life that Honors God – Sermon on the Mount Series) Text: Matthew 5:13-16 Introduction: (ILL. Brain of a professor, a scientist and a bench basketball player.) (ILL. Show two Bible – one is used and one is still new but already old and ask: Which do you like if you ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Betty Johnson avatar

    Salt And Light

    Contributed by Betty Johnson on Sep 6, 2008
    based on 5 ratings
     | 10,710 views

    A simple sermon on what it means to be "salt" and "light" in our world.

    Salt & Light Lake Bronson 8 Feb. 98 Scripture: Matthew 5:13-16 A recent secular survey, where 1300 senior executives across America were asked to list, in order of priority, what they thought was the most important characteristic within an organization. - 90% listed integrity as # 1 - 90% ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

  • Gary Stebbins avatar

    Surpassing Righteousness Series

    Contributed by Gary Stebbins on Sep 7, 2008
    based on 2 ratings
     | 2,879 views

    Jesus presents a clear description of what it is followers are to be like internally and how they are to live outwardly in the Sermon on the Mount.

    Sermon on the Mount- Pt 4 Surpassing Righteousness In studying the SOTM, or the Bible in general, never think that if you do not understand it, it is of no use What is important is that we expose/read/study it so it becomes available to us when we need it. Mind has two compartments- ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

  • C Jordan avatar

    Viva La Vida Series

    Contributed by C Jordan on Sep 27, 2008
    based on 9 ratings
     | 4,982 views

    God’s desire is that we would experience the blessed life – where we would be happy, supremely blessed; and spiritually prosperous – with life-joy and satisfaction in God’s favour and salvation.

    THE BLESSED LIFE #2 – VIVA LA VIDA TODAY’S DATE: Sept. 28 – it was 18 years ago in a farmhouse in Lacombe, Alberta, where I first encounter God in a life-transforming way, and my life has never been the same since! ILLUSTRATION: Look to the Classifieds: Let me quickly share with you some ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    The Blessed Life #3: Blessed Relationships Series

    Contributed by C Jordan on Oct 5, 2008
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     | 4,730 views

    God’s desire is that we would experience blessed relationships. This happens as we walk in love and forgiveness, purity and faithfulness.

    THE BLESSED LIFE #3: BLESSED RELATIONSHIPS THE BIG IDEA: God’s desire is that we would experience blessed relationships. This happens as we walk in love and forgiveness, purity and faithfulness. THE GUIDELINES FOR LIVING THE BLESSED LIFE: “Do not think that I came to destroy the Law or the ...read more

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