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  • Ric Veal avatar

    The Devastation Of The Cross Series

    Contributed by Ric Veal on Jun 16, 2011
     | 3,479 views

    Following Jesus in His last days on earth.

    The Devastation Of The Cross Matthew 27:26-44 I. The Cruelty (27:26-31) Illegal by the Roman soldiers A. They Set Barabbas free (27:26a) murderer, insurrectionist B. They Scourged Jesus (27:26b) innocent man; Isaiah 53:4-5 C. The Soldiers ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Breakthrough

    Contributed by Jim Caswell on Dec 16, 2016
    based on 1 rating
     | 11,869 views

    The wise, still today, recognize and receive God’s breakthrough into our world and react to it by worship and sacrificial love for one another.

    Title: The Breakthrough Date: 12/18/16 Place: BLCC Text: Matthew 2.1-12; John 1.9-12 CT: The wise recognize and receive God’s breakthrough into our world. [Screen 1] FAS: A 2016 episode on NPR's "StoryCorps" interviewed Francois Clemmons, who played the role of friendly Officer Clemmons on Mr. ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    The Pre-Eminence Of Christ Series

    Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Nov 8, 2001
    based on 14 ratings
     | 3,313 views

    exposition on Matt ch 12

    THE PRE-EMINENCE OF CHRIST Matthew 12 v. 1 - 21 Notice :- 1.The Pre-eminence of His worship v. 1 - 8. we see here the attack of the Pharisees (a) The source of the attack v. 2 "the Pharisees" who were devout legalists (b) The subtletly of the attack v. 2 "plucking corn was unlawful on the ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

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    Was It Necessary For The Christ To Suffer?

    Contributed by Mitch Davis on Jul 10, 2007
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    Many know that Jesus died for our sins, but a number still ask the question: why was it necessary for Christ to suffer? Let’s find out!

    Was It Not Necessary for the Christ to Suffer? Theme: Christ’s suffering allows believers to have fellowship with God INTRODUCTION A. In a recent lesson we looked at the necessity of following in the footsteps of our Lord and that such would entail suffering as a Christian. 1. Peter said, if any ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • David Quackenbush avatar

    Purpose And Passion For Christ

    Contributed by David Quackenbush on Jun 29, 2008
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     | 7,685 views

    This sermon looks at the purpose and passion in the life of the Apostle Paul to assist us in maintaining them in our lives

    Purpose and Passion for Christ Scripture: Phil 3:7-14 7 But what things were gain to me, these I have counted loss for Christ. 8 Yet indeed I also count all things loss for the excellence of the knowledge of Christ Jesus my Lord, for whom I have suffered the loss of all things, and count them as ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    How Christ Came To Be

    Contributed by Michael Wiley on Dec 9, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,248 views

    The celebration of Christmas has evolved over the years to what we know today. But, the coming of Christ was planned and implemented by God through history.

    Chasing the Seed How Christmas came to be Michael Wiley December 07, 2008 Introduction: Christmas has been around, well, not as long as you think. The early church didn’t celebrate Christ’s birth, they celebrated His resurrection. The celebration of Christ’s birth in December came as a way to use ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Growning Strong In Christ

    Contributed by Arlen Payne on Jan 16, 2004
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     | 8,670 views

    One of the problems in modern Christianity is weak Christians. This message is about how to grow stong in the Lord.

    Growing Strong in Christ Colossians 2:4-7 Intro: I believe one of the problems we have today is that is weak Christians. -It’s a problem in our churches as it leads to the acceptance of false teaching and false teachers. -It leads to problems in our churches. -It leads to problems in our ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Judgment Seat Of Christ

    Contributed by Jimmy Haile on Sep 29, 2011
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    One day we believers will have to stand before God.

    A priest and a rabbi were standing by the side of the road holding up signs. The rabbi’s read, "The End is Near!" The priest, on the other side of the road, held up a sign which read, "Turn before it’s too late!" They planned to hold up their signs to each passing car. "Get a job." ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    No Condemnation In Christ Jesus

    Contributed by Robert Glass on Jun 20, 2011
    based on 3 ratings
     | 3,817 views

    Works of the Flesh vs Fruits of the Spirit.

    NO CONDEMNATION Romans 8:1-16 “There is therefore now no condemnation to them which are in Christ Jesus, who walk not after the flesh, but after the Spirit. This verse is so very critical because it provides us a guaranteed life filled with NO condemnation. What earthly joy or accomplishment can ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Growing The Flock Of Christ Series

    Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Apr 24, 2021
     | 1,874 views

    In a world hungry for meaning, hungry for joy, hungry for hope, we must share the story of Christ and His Church.

    Monday of 4th week of Easter In Palestine, sheep have been for dozens of generations the basis of animal husbandry. Sheep produce milk and wool–they are not used for meat. Sheep are also pretty stupid, so they need shepherds to keep them from getting into trouble and being killed. Every night ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

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    Confessed, Believed, Transformed: What It Really Means To Follow Jesus - Romans 10:9 Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Dec 27, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 301 views

    There are some sentences that change everything. Romans 10:9—a sentence spoken by the Apostle Paul under the inspiration of the Holy Spirit has echoed through history, shaken kingdoms, rescued sinners, and birthed disciples.

    Confessed, Believed, Transformed: What It Really Means to Follow Jesus - Romans 10:9 Introduction: Words That Change Eternity Church, there are some sentences that change everything. A wedding vow. A doctor’s diagnosis. A judge’s verdict. And then there is Romans 10:9—a sentence spoken by the ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Evidence For Christ's Resurrection

    Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Mar 22, 2008
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     | 6,040 views

    The five evidences, or testimonies, for the resurrection of Jesus Christ presented in 1 Corinthians 15:1-11 are: 1) the Church; 2) the Scriptures; 3) the Eyewitnesses; 4) a Special Witness, and 6) the Common Message.

    The one interesting factor about this time of year is the sudden attention things of faith get. When so many people across this planet meet on one morning to celebrate the most historically verifiable event, it is hard to ignore. Yet every possible explanation about alternative theories in regards ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    Imitate Christ Not The Antichrist Series

    Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Oct 23, 2012
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     | 7,019 views

    Three questions arise to me out of our chapter: • Who is the Man of lawlessness? • What power is holding back the rise of the antichrist? • How do I keep from being deceived by the Great Deceiver?

    Series: Imitators Summary of last week: 2 Thessalonians was written shortly after the first letter was delivered. Most likely the deliverer of the first letter noted some serious misunderstandings of The Coming of the Lord and end times beliefs which needed to be addressed. Paul writes this letter ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Conclusions Concerning Christ

    Contributed by Donnie Martin on Jul 21, 2002
    based on 56 ratings
     | 7,070 views

    This message deals with responses to Christ based on one’s conclusions of Him, either true or false.

    Conclusions Concerning Christ Text: Matt.16: 15 & 16; Matt.26: 65 & 66 Intro: Everyone who came through these doors today came having drawn certain conclusions about one thing or another. When we speak of coming to a conclusion about something, we mean that we have made a deduction ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Christ, The Preeminent One

    Contributed by Donnie Martin on May 25, 2003
    based on 57 ratings
     | 6,540 views

    God’s Word tells us that Christ is infinitely superior to all others, and therefore should be first and foremost in the life of the Christian.

    Christ, The Preeminent One Text: Col.1: 18 Intro: I have heard some very well meaning people make the statement, “The Lord is a big part of my life.” We all know what is meant by that statement, and certainly would find it somewhat commendable. But too often that statement is very literally ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist