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  • Ed Vasicek avatar

    What Burns You Up? Series

    Contributed by Ed Vasicek on May 17, 2002
    based on 30 ratings
     | 4,105 views

    We have a choice: we can either learn from the real Jesus of Scripture, or the Jesus we’d prefer to believe in.

    What Burns You Up? (John 2:13-22) Introduction 1. Imagine attending a church service in 50A.D.. The small congregation of Jewish believers has opened up the meeting for sharing, and one a man about 60 stands up to share…. 2. I came to believe in Yeshua last year, though I met him in the Temple ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    The Coming Christ Series

    Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Nov 28, 2001
    based on 47 ratings
     | 3,036 views

    an exposition on Matt ch 25

    THE COMING CHRIST Matthew 25 v. 31 - 46, and Revelation 20 v. 1 - 6 1. The Contentration of His Coming - why? Matthew ch 24 and ch 25 (a) God has a plan for the world - it is purposed, promised, proclaimed and perfect. God is methodical not mechanical. His second coming is as exact as His first ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

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    Hopes And Dreams At Christmas

    Contributed by Simon Harrison on Apr 4, 2001
    based on 54 ratings
     | 3,765 views

    We all need to treat our own dreams and the hopes of those around us with respect, because it is easier to crush someone’s hope than to be with them as they look towards a difficult future.

    Hopes and Dreams- Langdon Christmas Service (A Secure Forensic Hospital for patients with psychiatric and/or learning disabilities) Christmas is quite a strange time, full of contradictions. For many, it is a time of happiness and excitement- for others, a time carrying many sad memories. But ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

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    To Follow Christ...

    Contributed by Troy Mason on Apr 21, 2001
    based on 39 ratings
     | 4,490 views

    This is what Christ demands if we are to follow Him: Humility, Ministry, Complete Obedience

    TO FOLLOW CHRIST… John 21:15-19 Introduction: Jesus is risen, now what? Two weeks after Easter, let’s look at where the disciples were and what Jesus had to say about it. This is what Jesus says to those who would follow Him. I. A lesson in humility A. Peter had seen Jesus several time since the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Phillip Swindall avatar

    How A Christian Responds To A Attack

    Contributed by Phillip Swindall on Sep 14, 2001
    based on 67 ratings
     | 2,447 views

    In response to the events of 9/11/2001, I wanted to help my church see that Every Christian Should Demonstrate the Love of Christ

    Every Christian Should Demonstrate the Love of Christ INTRODUCTION: Over the past five days, we have watched the skyline of New York City change drastically, And, just as drastically, we have watched our nation, our world, our families, and our neighborhoods change. Our concept of security, our ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Right Book, Right Place And Right Purpose

    Contributed by Joel Santos on Jul 21, 2005
    based on 39 ratings
     | 4,102 views

    Knowing that you are in the right gives you peace, joy and assurance.

    RIGHT BOOK, RIGHT PLACE AND RIGHT PURPOSE Psalm 119:11 "Thy Word have I hid in mine heart, that I might not sin against Thee." INTRODUCTION: Knowing that you are in the right gives you peace, joy and assurance. Let’s study about the 3-Right Factors of Psalm 119:11. I. RIGHT BOOK - "THY ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Leaders' Overlooked Ingredients - (Part 1 Of 7) Series

    Contributed by Joel Santos on Sep 23, 2004
    based on 80 ratings
     | 6,434 views

    Paul sets before us a worthy goal-which most of us will work on for a lifetime

    Paul sets before us a worthy goal-which most of us will work on for a lifetime and still not completely reach. We ought to take this list seriously but also graciously and realistically. I. The Overlooked Ingredient 1 Timothy 3:1 "Here is a trustworthy saying: If anyone sets his heart on being ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Lost And Found

    Contributed by Leo Launio on Oct 16, 2003
    based on 14 ratings
     | 6,204 views

    A sermon on the three parables of Jesus based in Luke 15.

    December 06, 1996 I. Introduction: A. Experiences of those who have experienced being lost 1. An old man who got lost because of Alzheimer disease 2. A young man who got lost wandering in the forest because of mental impairment 3. A young girl lost in a crowded shopping mall B. Being lost ...read more

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    Denomination: Adventist

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    Happy Are The Persecuted (Pt.3)

    Contributed by Steve Hereford on Nov 29, 2002
    based on 134 ratings
     | 2,722 views

    The reality that the persecuted need is the knowledge of knowing that persecution is inevitable for the believer and it is promised. Join Pastor Steve as he explores the principles found in persecution.

    Matthew 5:10-12 says, "Blessed are those who are persecuted for righteousness? sake, For theirs is the kingdom of heaven. Blessed are you when they revile and persecute you, and say all kinds of evil against you falsely for My sake. Rejoice and be exceedingly glad, for great is your reward in ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Repairing The Breaches

    Contributed by Chris Holmes on Dec 2, 2002
    based on 27 ratings
     | 13,607 views

    The description of what happens when spiritual holes are created within the soul, and nothing is ever done about it.

    -Josiah’s Reign -Josiah noticed the temple needed repaired There were HOLES in the temple Alot of us have holes in our that are starting to be noticeable by others. You must repair the breaches or else they will get larger and larger. As the Breaches start getting larger, the worldlier ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Print Of The Nails

    Contributed by Tony Skaff on Mar 18, 2006
    based on 5 ratings
     | 3,546 views

    What does the print of the nails speak to us?

    1stBBC Print of the nails 1. Speaks of the extraordinary love Isa 53:5 But he was wounded for our transgressions, he was bruised for our iniquities: the chastisement of our peace was upon him; and with his stripes we are healed. Psa 22:16 For dogs have compassed me: the assembly of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Ralph Andrus avatar

    Love: A Matter Of Priority

    Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Apr 3, 2006
    based on 11 ratings
     | 2,004 views

    Understanding love opens the window to life

    Jn 15:13 In his book They Call Me Coach, John Wooden says, “It has always been my philosophy to follow our game plan. If we believe in it, we will wear the opposition down and we’ll get to them. If we break away from our style, and the commandments are our style, however, and play their style, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Answering Jesus' Most Important Question

    Contributed by Michael Stover on Apr 12, 2005
    based on 20 ratings
     | 6,022 views

    Have you ever been faced with a difficult question? Jesus asked life’s most important question; our lives will be forever affected by how we answer it.

    ANSWERING JESUS’ MOST IMPORTANT QUESTION Mark 8:27-35 Have you ever been faced with a difficult question? • “May I see your fishing license?” • “Do you know why I stopped you?” • “How many calories are in a mouse?” • “Will you marry me?” • “Are you saved?” The disciples were asked one of the most ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Alex Perednia avatar

    My Greatest Need In The New Year Series

    Contributed by Alex Perednia on Feb 6, 2005
    based on 16 ratings
     | 3,178 views

    If you found a genie-in-a-bottle, what would you ask for? What do you truly need? In this 4-part sermon series, we are exploring what it means for each of us to walk with our shepherd in 2004. Today, we will consider how the Good Shepherd is our provid

    INTRODUCTION To begin, let me ask you a question, one that I have asked you before, but find it appropriate to ask again as we begin a New Year. Here’s the question: If you found a genie-in-a-bottle, what would you ask for? A man was walking along the beach at Malibu when he found an old glass ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Victor Or Victim

    Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Jan 30, 2009
    based on 14 ratings
     | 4,554 views

    Choosing to be tranformed by the words and authority of Christ can enable us to live as a victor or as a victim.

    Victor or Victim / Mark 1: 21 - 28 Intro: “A New York columnist set out to prove that no one really listened to what anyone said at a party. When he was invited to a party, he always arrived late. When the hostess greeted him, he explained his tardy arrival by saying, “I had to stop for a ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed