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  • Peter Loughman avatar

    Jesus' Anointing: The Anointing

    Contributed by Peter Loughman on Oct 27, 2006
    based on 5 ratings
     | 5,982 views

    This is how we are to operate: To please Jesus – whatever others think

    Mark 14:1-10 Betrayal – Sensitive Hearts – Indignation. In the Gospel of Mark we find this curious incident of the anointing of Jesus sandwiched in the middle of two sections on those who have a need to get rid of Jesus. What we see is a great contrast here between those, probably don’t fully ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The State Of The Body Address Series

    Contributed by James Cloud on Aug 4, 2007
    based on 3 ratings
     | 2,857 views

    Sermon detailing End Time scenarios and our reaction it.

    The State of the Body Address Ephesians 6:12-18 12 For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this world, against spiritual wickedness in high places. 13 Wherefore take unto you the whole armor of God that ye ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    Easter 2007

    Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Apr 5, 2007
    based on 40 ratings
     | 11,314 views

    He is risen - He is risen indeed. What are the implications for us?

    NR 08-04-07 Easter Sunday Morning Story: There is a picture, drawn by Clive Chislett which is mounted on one of the original Norman pillars of our Church here in New Romney. It is on the pillar closest to the war memorial. Do have a look at it before you leave today. In the picture, Faust is ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    Five Great Powers Of Life

    Contributed by Bruce Howell on Jan 4, 2005
    based on 165 ratings
     | 25,771 views

    Lessons learned from the miracle that Jesus performed when He taised the widow’s dead son to life.

    FIVE GREAT POWERS OF LIFE Luke 7:11-17 11 Soon afterward, Jesus went to a town called Nain, and his disciples and a large crowd went along with him. 12 As he approached the town gate, a dead person was being carried out-- the only son of his mother, and she was a widow. And a large crowd from the ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    Walk With Him

    Contributed by J. Yeargin on Dec 1, 2006
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,152 views

    Paul had never been to Colosse, but was hearing some strange reports of deception. In the NIV version of chapter 2, verse 1 Paul said that he was “struggling” for them. They were doing something wrong, and Paul was responsible for them even though he had

    WALK WITH HIM <Power Point presentation available upon request> The book of Colossians was written by the Apostle Paul, to the church in Colosse. This was a little different church than the norm. They were having problems with staying on track with serving God. Paul had never been to Colosse, ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Compassion: Just Do It

    Contributed by Brian Stevenson on Nov 24, 2006
    based on 15 ratings
     | 8,867 views

    Jesus models a life filled with compassion because he is looking for more people to show compassion and to fulfill a great need.

    I’m going to give you a quick quiz. Don’t worry, it’s easy! I’ll give you a word and you give me the opposite. READY? The opposite of Fast is… Slow. The opposite of Long is… Short. The opposite of Cold is… Hot. The opposite of Young is… Old. The opposite of Soft is… Hard. The opposite of Sour ...read more

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    Denomination: Vineyard

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    They Saw And Believed

    Contributed by J. Yeargin on Nov 28, 2006
    based on 67 ratings
     | 15,442 views

    This is the day in which we celebrate the resurrection of our Lord. Everyone is dressed for the occasion and look great, but there is One in Whom is adorned more so than anyone else. His name is Jesus Christ – the Risen King!

    THEY SAW AND BELIEVED <Power Point available upon request> I am thankful this morning that it is Easter. This is the day in which we celebrate the resurrection of our Lord. Everyone is dressed for the occasion and look great, but there is One in Whom is adorned more so than anyone else. His ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    The Power Of The Holy Spirit Series

    Contributed by Christian Cheong on Jan 23, 2009
    based on 6 ratings
     | 16,500 views

    The outpouring of the Holy Spirit is not a ritual but real; it is the coming of a Person. It is not about a program but a power. It is not about propaganda but witnessing.

    Jesus gave them this command: “Do not leave Jerusalem…” • They need to wait. No time frame was given but they were called to wait. • Apparently this is really important. They need to receive the gift the Father has promised – the baptism of the Holy Spirit. • They are not to leave the city until ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Nonsense!

    Contributed by Thomas Bowen on Jan 15, 2011
     | 5,087 views

    Stories of life seem to be nonsince. The Easter message isses like it could be too. How does the story seem to us today?

    Life is filled with things that don’t make since. Terrorist attacks, Earthquakes, storms, floods, untimely death….death in general, cancer, Farfignugan, IRS Rules…. Hush, little baby, don’t say a word, Mama’s going to buy you a mockingbird, …. Agatha ...read more

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    Denomination: Congregational

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    "Christmas Is Not Your Birthday: Jesus' Wish List" Series

    Contributed by Ken Sauer on Dec 13, 2011
    based on 14 ratings
     | 11,190 views

    A sermon about materialism.

    Matthew 25:31-46 “Christmas Is Not Your Birthday: Jesus’ Wish List” (based on Mike Slaughter's Book) I remember being about Mary Ellen’s age and trying to remember what I had given my sister Lisa the previous Christmas. Not able to recall, I went and asked ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Ponder The Palm Sunday Paradox

    Contributed by Daniel Habben on Mar 29, 2010
    based on 3 ratings
     | 11,423 views

    Ponder the Palm Sunday Paradox 1) An almighty king rides to his death. 2) A humble king commands our praise.

    Do you know what a paradox is? A paradox is a true statement that at first appears contradictory. Here’s an example: “The more you learn, the less you know.” Here’s another paradox: “Less is more.” Christianity is filled with paradoxes. Take the Palm Sunday ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    One Bread, One Body, Many Idols

    Contributed by Joseph Smith on Apr 27, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,408 views

    Independence Sunday 1987: We are called to be a distinctive people within American culture, not to follow popular self-centered idolatries.

    The trouble with going to Ridgecrest conference center for a week is that you tend to forget how diverse a nation we are. If you were to spend too long at a place like Ridgecrest, you would get to thinking that everybody was Baptist, and Baptist of the southern variety, that everybody gobbled ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Discharge Instructions Series

    Contributed by Todd Leupold on Apr 28, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,952 views

    The patient's healing and continued health will depend on the willingness and determination of the patient to fully accept and unfailingly apply the Great Physician's prescriptions for cure and continuing care.

    SERIES: PRESCRIPTIONS FOR A HEALTHY & HOLY CHURCH: A Study in 1 Corinthians Applied To The Church Today IV. DISCHARGE INSTRUCTIONS (1 Cor. 16:1-24) Rev. Todd G. Leupold, Perth Bible Church, August 30, 2009 AM INTRODUCTION: Together, we have spent most of the past eight months examining ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Bruce Rzengota avatar

    The Easter Experience

    Contributed by Bruce Rzengota on Jun 11, 2012
    based on 3 ratings
     | 7,059 views

    An Easter Message on Experiencing MORE

    The Easter Experience John 10:10 INTRODUCTION Top Ten Reasons to Celebrate Easter 10. You absolutely love the movie, "The Ten Commandments". 9. Jelly Beans! (except for the icky white ones) 8. You look really, really good in pastel colors. 7. How can any holiday that starts with a "Good Friday" ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

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    A Call To Continuance

    Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Oct 6, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,100 views

    Faithfulness

    "A Call to Continuance" Hebrews 10:32-39 We are living in difficult times. They are difficult economically. For the first time ever Americans have been paying over $4 per gallon for gasoline, foods prices have shot through the roof and the dream of home ownership has become a nightmare for ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist