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  • Thomas Swope avatar

    Being Mocked

    Contributed by Thomas Swope on Jun 27, 2019
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    A study in the book of Jeremiah 20: 1 – 18

    Jeremiah 20: 1 – 18 Being Mocked 1 Now Pashhur the son of Immer, the priest who was also chief governor in the house of the LORD, heard that Jeremiah prophesied these things. 2 Then Pashhur struck Jeremiah the prophet and put him in the stocks that were in the high gate of Benjamin, which was by ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

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    Achievements

    Contributed by Thomas Swope on Jan 11, 2019
     | 5,751 views

    A study in the book of 2 Chronicles 8: 1 – 18

    2 Chronicles 8: 1 – 18 Achievements 8 It came to pass at the end of twenty years, when Solomon had built the house of the Lord and his own house, 2 that the cities which Hiram had given to Solomon, Solomon built them; and he settled the children of Israel there. 3 And Solomon went to Hamath Zobah ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

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    Dorthan Revisited Series

    Contributed by Claude Alexander on Oct 28, 2020
     | 3,329 views

    Why did Joseph have to take about a year or so to reveal his identity to his brothers ? I believe it was because there was no evidence of genuine repentance until the events of chapter 44.

    Dorthan revisited Genesis 44: 1-34 Why did Joseph have to take about a year or so to reveal his identity to his brothers ? I believe it was because there was no evidence of genuine repentance until the events of chapter 44. While Joseph’s brothers had come to the point of recognizing the hand ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Encountering Jesus On The Emmaus Road

    Contributed by Gordon Curley on Mar 27, 2016
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    Encountering Jesus on the Emmaus Road – Luke chapter 24 verses 13-31 – sermon by Gordon Curley PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info

    SERMON OUTLINE: (1). Broken Hearts (vs 13-14) (2). Blinkered Hearts (vs 15-26) (3). Briefed Hearts (vs 27) (4). Burning Hearts (vs 28-32) (5). Boasting Hearts (vs 33-35) SERMON BODY: Ill: • DVD Clip: • Or Story: https://youtu.be/hnOPu0_YWhw • On January 12, 2007 at 7:51am in ...read more

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    Denomination: Brethren

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    Vulture Christians Series

    Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Jun 21, 2023
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    This series is about Christian types and the traits that define them. In this message we examine Vulture Christians. This message examines the vulture and its traits that are evident in how some Christians live.

    Vulture Christians Scripture: Matthew 8:21-22; 10:33; James 2:17; Psalm 121:1-2 The title of my message this morning is “Vulture Christians.” Have you considered how often we compare people to members of the animal kingdom? At some point, most of us have compared people we know, and even ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Search For Meaning Series

    Contributed by C. Philip Green on Feb 23, 2023
     | 2,922 views

    In your pursuit of meaning in life, look beyond your own hands; look beyond your own head; and look beyond your own heart. Look beyond the sun to the Lord, who died for you and rose again.

    Since its founding in 1995, people have used eBay to sell billions of items. They include some odd products and occasionally something priceless. For example… In 1954, the great physicist Albert Einstein penned a personal letter to philosopher Erik Gutkind in which he defended his views on ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    Lessons From The Water

    Contributed by William Rushing on Jun 20, 2002
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     | 3,330 views

    This sermon compares Peter’s experience of walking on the water to our Christian Walk.

    I. Introduction a. The Story of Peter walking on water. b. There are many lessons that can be learned from this passage. i. We need time alone with God. ii. Jesus is all powerful iii. We can Trust in Jesus c. I want to look at this experience as an illustration of our Christian ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Walking In The Light - Abiding In The Truth

    Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 7 ratings
     | 3,132 views

    Walking in the Light Means Abiding in the Truth 1.

    Walking in the Light Means Abiding in the Truth 1. Abiding in the Truth Requires Recognition of those Forces That Oppose the Truth (:18-19) a. We are living in the age of antichrist -- of apostasy and final opposition to Christ (:18) b. Departure from the truth unmasks antichrists (:19) 1) no ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Godly Sorrow Produces Genuine Repentance

    Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000
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     | 4,832 views

    1. Godly Sorrow is a Means to an End, not an End in itself a.

    1. Godly Sorrow is a Means to an End, not an End in itself a. Goal in causing sorrow must be remembered: Repentance leading to reconciliation b. Godly sorrow is different than worldly sorrow 1) It is directed by God 2) It is the believer's insurance policy: the premium hurts, but the benefits pay ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Treasure Hunt

    Contributed by James Wilson on Nov 1, 2000
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     | 3,197 views

    Trust in Jesus, not Riches.

    Treasure Hunt Matthew 6:19-24 "Do not lay up for yourselves treasures upon earth, where moth and rust destroy, and where thieves break in and steal. [20] "But lay up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where neither moth nor rust destroys, and where thieves do not break in or steal; [21] for ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Beware

    Contributed by Ben Bannister on Jul 4, 2003
    based on 21 ratings
     | 3,349 views

    In this sermon, we are warned about three problems that Christians are often a part of.

    Text: James 2:1-13 ETS: James warns the early church not to show favoritism. ESS: There are three warnings in this passage. OSS: The Youth of MVBC will heed these three warnings. PQ: What are the warnings given in this passage? UW: Warnings Title: Beware I. Beware of showing personal ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Oh Yes He Cares

    Contributed by Rodney Fry on May 11, 2003
    based on 24 ratings
     | 7,077 views

    Does Jesus Care Oh yes He cares!!

    Oh Yes, He Cares Pastor Rodney A. Fry – First Baptist Church of Henderson (SBC) Preached 05/11/03 PM Service Intro: There’s an old song that says, “Does Jesus Care?” Well, does He? 1.No one cares (Psalms 142:4) Sometimes we feel abandoned 2.The Lord your God cares (Deut 11:12) 3.He cares for ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Transformers, Part 1 Series

    Contributed by Jonathan Russell on Jun 22, 2007
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     | 2,387 views

    The internal transformation produced by salvation

    2 Corinthians 3:18 2 Corinthians 5:17 Characteristics of those not transformed: 1. They are ineffective (v. 17b) 2. They are ignorant (v. 18a) 3. They are isolated (v. 18b) 4. They are indulgent (v. 19) What happens internally when we experience salvation? 1. When we are transformed, we set ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    How To Get The Most Out Of Life

    Contributed by Ken Mowery on Dec 21, 2006
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     | 2,198 views

    Message about how to have the kind of life that everybody wants to have.

    How To Get The Most Out Of Life I. Enter Into a Love Faith Relationship With Jesus Christ The life we are looking for is found in Jesus Christ. John 10:10 John 1:4 This is how you begin a relationship with Jesus. 1. Realize that the life you were meant to have was lost because of sin. Isaiah ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    When I Survey The Wondrous Cross

    Contributed by Tim Parish on Sep 11, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,027 views

    What do we see when looking toward Calvary?

    I. I See What God Is Like Jn 3.16-17; Rom 5.8, 8.3 II. I See What Sin Is Like A. The Bible affirms that sin made the cross a reality Is 53.5-6; Mt 26.28; Rom 4.25 B. Sin cant be taken/ treated lightly i. Rom 1.29-32; Gal 5.19-21 ii. But I don’t … iii. Matthew 25.31-46 iv. 1 John 1.8-10 v. James ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ