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  • Rev. Bruce A. Shields avatar

    Part 7 - Jesus Calls Simon Peter Series

    Contributed by Rev. Bruce A. Shields on Jul 7, 2007
     | 6,256 views

    A closer look at the calling of one of the Disciples, Simon Peter.

    The Commission Part 6 –Jesus Calls First Disciples Pastor Bruce A. Shields House of Faith – www.PS127.org WELCOME INTRODUCTION TO SERMON † John the Baptist prepared the way for Jesus’ Ministry † Jesus was Baptized, receiving the Holy Spirit † Jesus was tempted, and led by His Spirit, not His ...read more

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    Denomination: Bible Church

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    Woman In Darkness

    Contributed by Chew Chew on Aug 12, 2007
     | 5,289 views

    Evangelistic Message

    Title: The woman in darkness John 8: 2 And early in the morning He came again into the temple, and all the people were coming to Him; and He sat down and began to teach them. 3 And the scribes and the Pharisees *brought a woman caught in adultery, and having set her in the midst, 4 they *said ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Introduction To Acts Series

    Contributed by Eric Keller on Jan 10, 2011
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     | 6,652 views

    The first sermon in a series through the book of Acts

    INTRODUCTION TO ACTS Acts 1:1-2 I. INTRODUCTION A. We all struggle to know what our purpose is B. The purpose God has for us here on earth C. The purpose of the church we call Bethany Church D. We are gathered together this morning as Christians E. But what are we really here for? F. This is a ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    One Thing: First Things First

    Contributed by C Jordan on Sep 6, 2012
    based on 10 ratings
     | 13,424 views

    The one thing – the most important thing – that we can do in our Christian lives is to abide in Jesus in prayer, in the Word, and in His love.

    ONE THING: FIRST THINGS FIRST VIDEO INTRO: Clip from City Slickers with Mitch and Curly discussing “One Thing.” This is an interesting movie because Mitch (Billy Crystal) is going through a mid-life crisis and finds his life is missing something, and goes looking for that ‘one thing’ – the secret ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    Touching Him!

    Contributed by Jimmy Haile on Nov 19, 2011
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     | 4,926 views

    With her hands she was touching Him The Alpha, the Omega, the Beginning and the End And with her hands oh she was holding onto His And the source of life was right there in her hands

    Matthew 26:6-13-And when Jesus was in Bethany at the house of Simon the leper, a woman came to Him having an alabaster flask of very costly fragrant oil, and she poured it on His head as He sat at the table. But when His disciples saw it, they were indignant, saying, “Why this waste? For this ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Rediscovering His Love: The Wounds Of Jesus, His Feet Series

    Contributed by Ken Pell on Apr 20, 2011
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     | 6,575 views

    A meditation for Tuesday of Holy Week, part 2 of a 4 part series on “Rediscovering His Love: The Wounds of Jesus.”

    Tuesday of Holy Week Rediscovering His Love: The Wounds of Jesus His Feet* Objective: A meditation for Tuesday of Holy Week, part 2 of a 4 part series on “Rediscovering His Love: The Wounds of Jesus.” NOTE: WHILE DELIVERING THIS MEDITATION PASTOR KEN WAS WASHING THE FEET OF A PARISHIONER Have ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    Escape From Boredom's Path Series

    Contributed by Carl Allen on Oct 9, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,457 views

    Boredom is just one of many emotions that can rob us from having a wonder relationship with the Lord.

    Escape from Boredom’s Path John 10:10 Intro Jesus said, “A man’s life consist not in the abundance of things which he possess. Yet men and women today feverishly are seeking satisfaction in power, profit, and pleasure. As the poet Cowper has said, these people will be disappointed in their ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    How To Increase Your Credibility Series

    Contributed by Tim Huie on Apr 13, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,216 views

    Christians can maximize their credibility by engaging in key Christian behaviors.

    1. Illus. of waitress • Christian man went into restaurant. Paid his bill with a $20 bill. When waitress brought him his change, she brought $10 too much. • When he called her back to table and brought this to her attention, she said, “I know. I was watching church service on television the other ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Good Shepherd

    Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on May 2, 2009
    based on 5 ratings
     | 7,443 views

    Jesus rather unflatteringly compares us to sheep

    “I am the Good Shepherd” John 10:1-21 Story: A shepherd was looking after his sheep one day on the side of a deserted road, when suddenly a brand new Porsche screeches to a halt. The driver, a man dressed in an Armani suit, Esquivel shoes, Ray-Ban sunglasses, Rolex watch, and a Pierre ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    Tired Of Being Stuck

    Contributed by David Dewitt on Sep 1, 2009
    based on 7 ratings
     | 28,161 views

    Peter was stuck in his relationship with Christ and needed to make a change

    Tired of being Stuck? John 21:15-19, John 18:18, Luke 5:1-11 August 23, 2009 Morning Service Introduction Have you ever been stuck? My brother and I were going fishing at a neighbors pond and had to cut across their field. There had been a lot of rain and there were some ruts from the other people ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Cycle Of Domestic Violence Pt 3 Series

    Contributed by Joe Hayes on Dec 17, 2008
     | 4,187 views

    This teaching is taken from my book “Beaten, Battered, Bruised & Blessed” (Christians Recognizing and Responding to Domestic Violence) more information can be found at www.c21c.org My prayer is it will help you in Pastoral ministry.

    This teaching is taken from my book “Beaten, Battered, Bruised & Blessed” (Christians Recognizing and Responding to Domestic Violence) more information can be found at www.c21c.org My prayer is it will help you in Pastoral ministry. Cycle of Domestic Violence As you read this book many women are ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Letters To The Churches

    Contributed by Joshua Hetrick on Nov 20, 2010
     | 3,448 views

    Letters to the Churches

    Letters to the Churches Revelation Two Introduction: 1. Letters to the Churches a. The Lord is making certain command on these first century churches. b. Christ is the head of these churches c. Each Church was to read what was said to the others 2. Spiritual threats to the Churches a. Paganism ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    I'll Fly Away

    Contributed by Wayne Lawson on Jun 17, 2010
    based on 18 ratings
     | 35,393 views

    I often wondered, especially in times like these, why would the author use the word ‘GLAD’ when referring to this earthly life being over? Can we find a sense of Gladness even when a life has been cut so short and abruptly?

    Dr. Wayne A. Lawson Perfected Praise Worship Center – OKC www.perfectedpraisewc.org Preached at Funeral – June 16, 2010 (Sermon adapted and revised from Rev. Bruce Ball’s 2006 sermon) TITLE: I’LL FLY AWAY SCRIPTURE: II TIMOTHY 4:6-8 / I CORINTHIANS 15:54 Today we are ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • James Owens avatar

    Jesus Ain't Where I Left Him

    Contributed by James Owens on Apr 4, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,973 views

    This sermon deals with the empty tomb and the resurrection of Jesus Christ.

    “JESUS AIN’T WHERE I LEFT HIM!” TEXT: John 20:1-13 (NKJV) “On the first day of the week Mary Magdalene went to the tomb early, while it was still dark, and saw that the stone had been taken away from the tomb. Then she ran and came to Simon Peter, and to the other ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Who Is Your Neighbor?

    Contributed by Jim Kane on Feb 28, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 10,391 views

    The fifth message in the series based on the six pillars of ‘Character Counts!’

    (Slide 1) Ally bank commercial about the two ponies. (Source: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7qb0vquRcys) Who said that TV commercials are worthless? Can’t you hear that little girl saying inside, “It’s not fair!” Fairness, one of the six pillars of character from ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God