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  • Tim Smith avatar

    The Ministry And Meaning Of Friendship Series

    Contributed by Tim Smith on Sep 16, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,511 views

    We have a fundamental need and desire to be in relationship to other people. God knew that and so God gives us the gift of companionship and help from each other. You and I were created for relationship with each other.

    The Ministry and Meaning of Friendship Genesis 2:18, Ecclesiastes 4:9-12, John 15:1 David W. Smith writes Chuck had been perhaps the most hard-working salesman in his company’s history. He usually spent 65 to 75 hours a week at the office when he wasn’t traveling. And when he was on the road ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    What It Means To Be Justified

    Contributed by Ben Mandrell on Apr 18, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,337 views

    Justification, a big word describing something very simple.

    Christianity 101: What It Means to Be Justified Romans 5:12-21 Englewood Baptist Church Sunday morning, April 13, 2008 We have been studying the book of Romans, often referred to as the Constitution of Christianity. Now why is it called that? Because, like no other book in the Bible, basic ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Well Meaning But Wrong

    Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Jan 27, 2007
    based on 86 ratings
     | 23,312 views

    In our text, we see some well meaning people who made some mistakes and how Jesus responded. 1- The mother’s request 2- The Savior’s comeback 3- The disciples’ reaction 4- The Savior’s example

    INTRO.- Well meaning but wrong. Ever happen to you? ILL.- A young preacher said, “I was completing my first funeral service in my first congregation on the plains of Kansas. The words of committal for a dear, aged mother had been spoken and a prayer following concluded the graveside ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Finding Life's Meaning

    Contributed by Neal Gracey on Mar 10, 2007
    based on 64 ratings
     | 6,479 views

    What is the meaning of life? King Solomon was blessed and vexed with the 3 P’s. Power, Possessions, and Pleasure

    Ecclesiastes 1:1-9 Finding Life’s Meaning Ecclesiastes is one of the most misunderstood books of the Bible and it’s too bad because Ecclesiastes is a divinely inspired meditation on one of the most profound questions asked by man: “What is the meaning of Life?” Q. What is the meaning of life? ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    "Waht It Means To Be Church"

    Contributed by Ken Sauer on Jun 2, 2007
    based on 5 ratings
     | 2,916 views

    The meaning of relationship and community within the church.

    Acts 2:42-47 “What It Means to be Church” by: Rev. Ken Sauer Grace United MEthodist Church, 9833 Hixson Pike, Soddy Daisy, TN www.gbgm-umc.org/grace-sdtn Have you ever felt lonely, even when you are surrounded by a large crowd of people? Have you ever moved to a new town or headed off to ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Capturing The Meaning Of Easter Series

    Contributed by Mike Gilbert on Jun 19, 2007
    based on 10 ratings
     | 18,475 views

    Message #3 in sermon series, "Pursuing Victory." Easter Sunday message, focusing on the importance and depth of meaning of Easter and Jesus’ resurrection.

    Series -- Pursuing Victory Message #2: "Capturing the Meaning of Easter" -- How An Empty Tomb Can Fill Our Lives Mt.28:5-6 -- "The angel said to the women, ’Do not be afraid; for I know that you are looking for Jesus who has been crucified. He is not here, for He has risen, just as He ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Kevin Ruffcorn avatar

    What Is The Meaning Of Life?

    Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Mar 25, 2005
    based on 18 ratings
     | 3,733 views

    A haunting question with which we all deal is why we are living and what is the meaning of our lives. The Bible contains powerful answers that not only motivate us, but also shape us.

    THE SEVEN SERIVCE JUNE 9, 2002 Ecclesiastes 12:13-14 “What is the Meaning of Life?” INTRODUCTION We often ask many “Why?” questions. Usually they are frustrating and useless because there is no answer to them. There is one, “Why?” question that is vital for us to answer. The question is, ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    All Means All

    Contributed by John Beehler on Dec 29, 2003
    based on 81 ratings
     | 10,131 views

    The 2 greatest commandments

    All Means All Jesus has made his triumphal entry into Jerusalem. He has cursed the fig tree, cleared the temple, and had his authority questioned. It is now Tuesday of his last week and he is teaching in the Temple. It had been a day of intense debate, a war of wits and words ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Are You Missing The Meaning?

    Contributed by Mark Perryman on May 11, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,067 views

    What is the meaning of Christmas.

    INTRO: I want to wish everyone a Merry Christmas. I trust you are enjoying the holiday season. -How many opened presents last night? How many are opening presents today? Then there’s no real hurry to get through this sermon today. -When I think about Christmas, two of them stand out. One of them ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Love Means Obedience

    Contributed by Jeremy Houck on Oct 2, 2005
    based on 195 ratings
     | 34,886 views

    The greatest Command of loving God with everything you’ve got means that we’ve got to be willing to follow our freely chosen master to whom we give total and complete allegiance, attention, and adoration. When the command to love God this way was first gi

    Love Means Obedience Matthew 22:34-40 Agatha Burgess is 87 years old and lives in the small mill town of Buffalo, South Carolina. She gets up every morning at five o’clock and begins cooking, and she has been doing this for over twenty years. She gets up and cooks for the local Meals on Wheels. ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Kenneth Trent avatar

    What Mean These Stones?

    Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Aug 18, 2003
    based on 59 ratings
     | 8,501 views

    Joshua was aware that we often forget the blessings God has given us. Joshua was not so concerned about his generation. What they had witnessed, he felt they could never forget. He realized that it is often not so with subsequent generations.

    WHAT MEAN THESE STONES? "Then Joshua spoke to the children of Israel, saying: When your children ask their fathers in time to come, saying, ’What are these stones?’ Then you shall let your children know, saying, ’Israel crossed over this Jordan on dry land; for the Lord your God dried up the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    "What Are The Meanings Of Signs?”

    Contributed by Dr. Jerry Morrissey on Nov 9, 2001
    based on 231 ratings
     | 21,128 views

    Year C. twenty-fourth Sunday after Pentecost Luke 21: 5-19, November 18, 2001 Heavenly Father thank you for giving us signs to find your hidden presence. Amen. Title: “What are the meanings of signs?”

    Year C. twenty-fourth Sunday after Pentecost Luke 21: 5-19, November 18, 2001 Heavenly Father thank you for giving us signs to find your hidden presence. Amen. Title: “What are the meanings of signs?” In all three Synoptic gospels, just before the passion narrative, there is a “sermon” on ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Tom Fuller avatar

    The Real Meaning Of Love

    Contributed by Tom Fuller on Jul 31, 2003
    based on 584 ratings
     | 52,003 views

    No matter how gifted you are – no matter how successful in ministry – no matter how close to God – there is one overarching principal that should guide everything we do. Otherwise anything you do for the Lord is a waste of time. That’s love.

    For an audio copy of this message go to: www.LivingWatersWeb.com. Chapters 12, 13, & 14 are really one unit. Chapter 12 talks about the context of the Holy Spirit’s work through the believer. Chapter 13 the motivation in using Holy Spirit gifts, and chapter 14 the proper operation of those ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

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    What's The Meaning Of The Cross

    Contributed by John Mccaherty on Mar 23, 2006
    based on 11 ratings
     | 8,705 views

    After asking several people on the street what the cross meant to them, the answers were astounding, how would we as Christians answer that question? What does the Cross mean to us.

    What’s the meaning of the Cross? 1 Corinthians 1:18-25 1. To some a symbol, maybe a religious symbol (like the star of David) a reminder, a crutch, a form of punishment, where some nice Jewish boy died years ago. 2. Bible says it is foolishness to them that perish – If you’re looking for some ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Ring That Means Forever

    Contributed by Timothy Gardner on Jan 7, 2005
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,871 views

    The ring is not meant to be a shackle, but a symbol of love that is meant to be forever.

    There is meaning behind this ring that you are giving to your loved one. It doesn’t just represent you being married, __________ & __________, it represents that you are loved. The ring is not meant to be a shackle, but a symbol of love that is meant to be forever. In the parable of the lost son ...read more

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    Denomination: Salvation Army