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  • Chris Johnson avatar

    Inadequate Assessments

    Contributed by Chris Johnson on Oct 24, 2003
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    There are many opinions about Jesus that, while good in themselves, are inadequate.

    As Jesus and the Disciples are in the area of Caesarea Philippi, He asks them a question. At first, it seems to be just a simple, straightforward question but we can be assured that Jesus has a profound purpose in asking it. 1. He did not ask it to gain information because He already knew the ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    The Jesus Poll Series

    Contributed by Shawn Drake on Dec 1, 2004
    based on 27 ratings
     | 3,553 views

    This is the 1st sermon in the series "Jesus’ Church".

    Series: Jesus¡¦ Church [#1] THE JESUS POLL Matthew 16:13-18 Introduction: I am so glad that the elections are over. I must have received over a 100 phone calls, emails, and letters concerning my vote. Before the election, there were all sorts of polls taken to try to determine who was ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Shawn Drake avatar

    Jesus' Building Program Series

    Contributed by Shawn Drake on Dec 1, 2004
    based on 18 ratings
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    This is the 2nd sermon in the series "Jesus’ Church".

    Series: Jesus’ Church [#2] JESUS’ BUILDING PROGRAM Matthew 16:18 Introduction: As soon as you hear the phrase, “The Church building program”, you automatically start thinking building fund. Last week we studied the requirement for membership into Jesus’ Church; which is believing in ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    It’s Time To Tear Down The Gates Of Hell

    Contributed by Rodney Johnson Sr., on Dec 10, 2004
    based on 27 ratings
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    The Sermon assures of victory over the forces of evil.

    In our text, Jesus used the terms gates and hell to refer to the powers of evil forces and the physical death. Jesus taught his followers that they were to confront the gates of hell. Christ spoke these words in Caesarea Phillippi, a pagan city that was filled with moral corruption. History ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Church That Jesus Built

    Contributed by Toby Powers on Dec 20, 2005
    based on 11 ratings
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    A Sermon about the nature of the blessed church.

    THE CHURCH THAT JESUS BUILT MATT 16:13-18 Jesus said, “I will build my church”(Greek. Ecclesia). The word in the New Testament is used to designate any assembly, whether it be political (Acts 19:39), Christian (Ephesians 1:22-23), or national (Acts 7:38). It means a “called-out assembly” or ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The New Testament Church; Its Plan Series

    Contributed by Charles Salmon on Feb 25, 2003
    based on 15 ratings
     | 2,892 views

    The New Testament reveals the content of the Apostle’s preaching and the expected response to the Gospel.

    The New Testament Church; Its Plan Matt. 16:13-19 INTRO.: Walter Scott was a preacher in Pittsburgh, Pa., who moved to Steubenville Ohio in 1826. This brought him into the area of the Mahoning Baptist Assoc. His speaking abilities were well known and, even though he was not a member of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Jeff Strite avatar

    The Son Of God - Meeting Jesus Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on May 1, 2005
    based on 66 ratings
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    What possible meaning could Peter’s "good confession" have for what we should know and believe about Jesus?

    OPEN: St. John’s University is apparently known for being a theological school where intellectualism is highly regarded. Someone wrote the following graffiti on one of the walls there: Jesus said unto them: “Who do you say that I am?” And they replied: “You are the escha-tological ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Ian Johnson avatar

    Whoops Not God's Language

    Contributed by Ian Johnson on May 2, 2005
    based on 14 ratings
     | 2,381 views

    There is no Whoops in Gods word. Nothing that happens is a whoops in Gods eyes. Every situation is redeemable. Äll things work together for good for those who love God”

    Whoops! Not heavenly language there is no Whoops in Gods word. Nothing that happens is a whoops in Gods eyes. Every situation is redeemable. Äll things work together for good for those who love God” There is no Second Best in Gods house. Some would suggest the situation that arose between ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Jason Cole avatar

    Peter's Incredible Zeal Series

    Contributed by Jason Cole on Dec 28, 2005
    based on 110 ratings
     | 76,529 views

    Many people read the Bible and read of Bible characters and stand in awe of what they could do and how they could live. We must never forget that people like Peter, were real people, with real problems, simply living their faith.

    Introduction Just about every kid has a period in their lives where they love superheroes. The kids idolize the superheroes ability to do the impossible, to fly, their incredible strength or their x-ray vision. When I was growing up, I loved superman. I wanted to be just like superman. I ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Gates Of Hell V/S The Church

    Contributed by Toby Powers on Dec 29, 2005
    based on 30 ratings
     | 10,412 views

    Even the very gates of hell can not prevail against the church that Jesus has built!

    From the Desk of Toby Powers Truth Baptist Church Bremen, GA The Gates of Hell v/s The Church Matt 16:13-18 I think there is some misunderstanding in regard to the gates of hell, and hope to be able to clear it up today. Smith’s Bible Dictionary says, “To posses the gate was a term meaning power ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Church's Foundation

    Contributed by David Marks on Oct 3, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 16,876 views

    The origin of the word Church can be found in the Greek word ecclesia which means “those called out.” So the church is made up of those who have been called out of sin into righteousness (I Peter 2:9). The word Church can refer to individual congregation

    What does God desire for the Church in the year 2005? In order for us to answer this question we need to look at what the Church is and how the Church was started. The origin of the word Church can be found in the Greek word ecclesia which means “those called out.” So the church is made up of ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Jeff Davenport avatar

    When It Comes To My Persona Series

    Contributed by Jeff Davenport on Oct 3, 2007
     | 2,724 views

    We spend a lifetime constructing our image only to find out that it’s realy not about me!

    It’s Not About Me… When It Comes To: PERSONA Matthew 16:13-19 Video Clip: “It’s All About Me” Singer One of the most evident ways we prove to the world and to the Lord, that it truly is “All About Me,” is through our Persona. DEFINITION: American Heritage Dictionary pl. defines personas as: The ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Keith Broyles avatar

    A Holy Rock Makes A Holy Church Series

    Contributed by Keith Broyles on Oct 3, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,394 views

    3rd in a 4 part series. When we proclaim faith in Jesus Christ we begin to build a life in faith and a ministry to others. That faith is the rock the church is built on.

    When I first started in the summer seminary program back in the summer of 1992, I had a professor named Dr. Rodney Roberts, who was a United Methodist preacher from New Mexico. I had him for two different classes. Both of these classes were interesting, but the most enlightening was a class in ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Jerry Shirley avatar

    A Chip Off The Old Block Series

    Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Oct 10, 2007
    based on 44 ratings
     | 7,758 views

    Peter was a little stone in the church built on the Rock, and by the Rock! The church’s Foundation, The church’s Function, and Future. Link included to formatted text, audio, and PowerPoint Template.

    A Chip off the Old Block Matthew 16:17-20 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/ChipOffBlock.html Here we find the first mention of the church in the New Testament, coming from the Greek word  [ecclesia], which means “a called out assembly.” ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Upon This Rock

    Contributed by Richard Goble on Nov 2, 2007
    based on 27 ratings
     | 23,841 views

    The church belongs to Jesus Christ, and He is currently working to build it.

    Introduction: A Church Is Not An Audience A sharp distinction ought to be made between a church and an audience. · An audience is a group of unrelated people drawn together by a short-lived attraction. A church is a group of born again believers drawn together by a Savior. · An audience is a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist