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  • Mark A. Barber avatar

    The Offense Of The Gospel

    Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Oct 24, 2019
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,882 views

    What characterizes true discipleship?

    The Offense of the Gospel John 6:51-58 Jesus had started the 6th chapter of John on a roll. Everyone wanted to follow Jesus. Whether by land or by boat they flocked around Him on the other side of the lake. There Jesus fed the 5000 males which prompted the crowd to believe that Jesus was the ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Marriage And The Jesus Follower - Changing Who You Are Is Necessary Series

    Contributed by Daren Mitchell on Jul 17, 2013
     | 3,078 views

    Followers of Jesus are affirmed by God because of who Jesus is, not because of who we are as an individual. God never accepts us for who we are, He accepts us because as followers of His Son, we are who we are because of Jesus. And God accepts Jesus.

    Hebrews 13:4 "Give honor to marriage, and remain faithful to one another in marriage. God will surely judge people who are immoral and those who commit adultery." Our goal as followers including those of us who are married is to remain faithful. We started the series on Marriage and the Jesus ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Famous Bible Characters: Judas, The Betrayer

    Contributed by David Parks on Aug 6, 2013
     | 14,295 views

    Of all the characters who march across the stage of Bible history, there is none so tragic nor so despicable as that of Judas Iscariot.

    FAMOUS BIBLE CHARACTERS: JUDAS, THE BETRAYER INTRODUCTION: Of all the characters who march across the stage of Bible history, there is none so tragic nor so despicable as that of Judas Iscariot. A poet described him as;The base Judean who flung a pearl away Richer than all his tribe. There is ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Waiting For Christmas

    Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Jan 9, 2014
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,625 views

    Christmas Eve service

    Waiting for Christmas Introduction- We have gathered tonight to celebrate the birth of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. To some, no matter what they are going through, they will make Christ first and tonight they will in their own way pledge their allegiance to Him. To others, Christmas ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

  • Dave McFadden avatar

    "The Attitude Of A Christ-Like Servant" Series

    Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Jan 17, 2012
    based on 4 ratings
     | 22,340 views

    What should characterize the attitude of a Christ-like servant?

    As we have looked to verse 24 previously, we focused the priority of discipleship and on how our church is obligated to be intentional in making disciples and every believer is obligated to be intentional about growing as a disciple. If we seek to be a disciple and a disciple-maker, we will be ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Spirit And His Gifts 1

    Contributed by John Gaston on Aug 10, 2015
     | 6,027 views

    Tonight we’re going to examine the Spiritual Gifts. We're going to take a few minutes and give a brief overview of these gifts, their differences, and their importance. We're especially looking at the Revelation Gifts.

    THE SPIRIT & HIS GIFTS 1 Cor. 12:8-11 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: WHAT’S A MIRACLE? 1. A devout cowboy lost his favorite Bible while he was mending fences out on the range. Three weeks later a cow walked up to him carrying the Bible in its mouth. 2. The cowboy couldn't believe his eyes. He took ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Praying With Understanding Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 18, 2025
     | 710 views

    Praying with understanding is essential for effective communication with God. It enables us to align our hearts and minds with His will, ensuring that our prayers are purposeful and transformative.

    PRAYING WITH UNDERSTANDING By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Corinthians 14:15 "What is it then? I will pray with the spirit, and I will pray with the understanding also: I will sing with the spirit, and I will sing with the understanding also." Supporting Texts: Psalm 47:7, ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • T.J. Conwell avatar

    God’s Answer To The World’s Persecution Series

    Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Feb 11, 2024
     | 907 views

    The Christian must proclaim what they know ... even under duress! Will we share the simple message, and the hope, of what God has done for us? The Disciples did, and they were not afraid.

    To the Ends of the Earth, Part 7 God’s Answer to the World’s Persecution Acts 5:12-25 Introduction - Welcome to Seasons Church & 2024 sermon series, “To the Ends of the Earth” -- In 2023 we unpacked the beginning of all history (Creation/Fall/Promise) -- And we looked ahead, anticipated ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    A Living Faith - Good Works

    Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Oct 5, 2023
     | 1,085 views

    Have the ancient churches got it right? Do too many Protestant churches teach a cheap grace? Is there a balance between easy believism and works salvation?

    Is faith a dead, intellectual belief without works or alive with good works of obedience to Christ? Martin Luther added the word alone to scripture as follows: Therefore we conclude that a man is justified by faith [ALONE] apart from the deeds of the law. (Romans 3:28 NKJV) This then became a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Bread From Heaven

    Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jul 30, 2021
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,713 views

    Do I want MY religion or the religion of Jesus? Let’s look at the religion that came from heaven. Let’s discuss the events of John 6:24-35.

    Prelude Do I want MY religion or the religion of Jesus? Purpose: Let’s look at the religion that came from heaven. Plan: Let’s discuss the events of John 6:24-35. The Throng John 6:24 when the people therefore saw that Jesus was not there, nor His disciples, they also got into boats and came to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Don’t Look Don’t Touch

    Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Jul 5, 2024
     | 933 views

    If you window shop, it will be harder to resist an offer you should refuse.

    Mat 5:27  Ye have heard that it was said by them of old time, Thou shalt not commit adultery:  8  But I say unto you, That whosoever looketh on a woman to lust after her hath committed adultery with her already in his heart.  In this case, grace is more strict than the Law. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Parable Of The Pharisee And The Tax Collector

    Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Oct 11, 2025
     | 766 views

    In the parable of the Pharisee and the Tax Collector why did the Tax Collector and not the Pharisee go home justified

    Story: Leonardo da Vinci took seven years to paint his famous picture the "Last Supper". He used living people to depict the figures representing the Twelve Apostles and Christ. He started the fresco with Jesus Christ himself. It is reputed that he viewed hundreds and hundreds of men ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

  • Wade Martin Hughes, Sr avatar

    Lessons From Proverbs #5

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Mar 20, 2024
     | 796 views

    WE ARE WRAPPING UP OUR LESSONS ON SOLOMON'S PROVERBS. Proverbs is a deep study. We are just touching some of the high lights. This can be a stand alone lesson. This is more than a one part lesson. Proverbs are worth the investment for today.

    LESSONS FROM PROVERBS #5 By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com (Watch YouTube: Wade Hughes) (Several parts) WILL WE ACCEPT STUBBORNNESS AS A NORM? PEOPLE TEND TO HATE CORRECTION/ DISCIPLLINE. HARDENING NECK CREATES PROBLEMS AND CAN NEVER BE CURED. Proverbs 29:1 (LB) The man often ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Alan Perkins avatar

    Receiving God's Forgiveness Series

    Contributed by Alan Perkins on Apr 25, 2001
    based on 97 ratings
     | 8,339 views

    How do we receive God’s forgiveness?

    This morning we consider a topic which reminds us that the Christian religion is not merely helpful. Now, of course Christianity does help us to be better parents, husbands, wives, citizens. Following Christ has many practical benefits, and they are not trivial. But every once and a while, we need ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Craig Condon avatar

    Save A Piece For Me Jesus…please

    Contributed by Craig Condon on Dec 22, 2015
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,591 views

    Those who have been called and who have responded to the gospel in faith have become both the remnant of Israel who were God’s elect in ancient times and the new Israel God has created in Christ.

    A woman was talking to her minister after church one Sunday. She said, “I hope you didn’t take it personally, Pastor, when my husband walked out during your sermon.” “I did find it rather upsetting,” the minister replied. “It’s not a reflection on you, ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican