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  • Robert Sickler avatar

    The Beauty Of Repentance

    Contributed by Robert Sickler on Feb 3, 2016
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,987 views

    We can never maintain a right relationship with Jesus without a repentance that comes from Godly grief.

    Beauty of Repentance Illustration – Affluenza Under almost all circumstances, if a person receives a conviction for vehicular manslaughter, due to drunk driving, that person will receive a lengthy prison sentence. This was not the case, however, for 16 year old Ethan Couch, who is a young ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    Full Obedience: Abraham And Isaac On The Mountain Series

    Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on Apr 16, 2013
    based on 4 ratings
     | 16,540 views

    Abraham fully obeyed God, even when God's command was difficult to follow.

    Me and more than 11.4 million other people, on average, watched the History Channel TV production entitled “The Bible”. And, by the way, that is a lot of viewers – it was #1 in the ratings. It was a series of 10, 1 hour episodes which aired leading up to Easter, and the DVD ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Most Important Thing

    Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Aug 29, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,725 views

    When we're tempted to focus on lesser things than the cross of Christ, Paul's closing argument in Galatians is a helpful reality check.

    Yesterday 15 of us from this church gathered to pray and then to go out into the community. 12 in total went out and 3 stayed back both to pray for the teams that went out and to prepare a remarkably yummy lunch for the team on its return. We went out in teams of 2, and we went out for one reason. ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    What Happened At Pentecost Exactly?

    Contributed by Gordon Mcculloch on May 19, 2013
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,238 views

    Everone focuses on the day of Pentecost, but have you every looked at the background all the way from Genesis 1?

    Before I start the sermon, I would like to take this opportunity to thank you for inviting me to preach here today. As you know, I am the worship leader at St Oswald’s in Maybole; I am also their Eucharist assistant, Server and General Dogs body as required. Most people know me as a ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal

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    "the Real World" Series

    Contributed by John Bright on Aug 4, 2022
     | 1,464 views

    Working through the Gospel of Luke using consecutive expository preaching. Teaching sheet included at end of text.

    "The Real World" Luke 11:14-23 A sermon for 7/3/22 – Fourth Sunday after Pentecost Pastor John Bright Luke 11 “14 And He was casting out a demon, and it was mute. So it was, when the demon had gone out, that the mute spoke; and the multitudes marveled. 15 But some of them said, “He ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Ephesus: The Forgetful Church Series

    Contributed by Fred Sigle on Jan 12, 2023
     | 1,963 views

    The apostle John is asked by the resurrected and victorious Christ to write to the seven churches of Asia, a message that, although directed to specific churches, applies to the church universal.

    A. Revelation 2:1 (READ) 1. Today we begin to take a look at the individual churches that make up the SEVEN CHURCHES of Asia Minor that the GLORIFIED Christ is addressing through the Apostle John, beginning with the church of Ephesus. COMMENT: One thing had DRAWN these ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Revival!

    Contributed by Jerry Flury on Mar 10, 2002
    based on 364 ratings
     | 33,737 views

    The elements of revival as spelled out in God’s Word.

    Revival 2 Chronicles 7:14 John Basham, ?Prayer is the backbone of a revival.... Instead of substituting new ideas such as religious films or social entertainment, why not really try the God-given method for revivals: ?Pray without ceasing??? Definitions: Revival is always extraordinary... ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Flee, Follow, Fight

    Contributed by Charles Salmon on Jul 30, 2002
    based on 68 ratings
     | 14,684 views

    The Christian must flee from sin and temptation, follow after righteousness and fight the good fight of the faith.

    Flee, Follow, Fight I Tim. 6:11, 12 INTRO.: You may remember the classic movie and TV series "The Fugitive." Dr. Richard Kimball, played by David Jannsen, falsely accused of murdering his wife, is forced to flee capture by a relentless police lieutenant as he follows lead after lead in pursuit of ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Spiritual Chameleons

    Contributed by Howard Mcglamery on Jan 11, 2003
    based on 41 ratings
     | 32,487 views

    A message on relationships and dating that I taught at least once a year during ten years of singles ministry. How to identify the true colors of "Spiritual Chameleons."

    Chameleons II Cor. 5:17-19 Introduction Here in South Carolina we have a small lizard that is a chameleon. It can change its appearance to blend in with the environment. If it in the grass, it turns green. If it is climbing up the side of your brick home, it turns reddish brown. It uses this ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Life Of Holiness

    Contributed by Russ Sharrock on May 4, 2002
    based on 171 ratings
     | 11,375 views

    Without a life of holiness we appear no different than the world around us.

    I’ve heard many people say so many times that you can’t tell the difference between a Christian and a non-Christian. Alice’s sister-in-law, Keiko, is a New Age Soka Gakkai Buddhist. She is so serene, so filled with peace and joy, that Alice’s brother, her Mom and Step dad, have all been drawn ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Jesus Betrayed

    Contributed by Tommy Ellis on May 10, 2002
    based on 46 ratings
     | 4,975 views

    Sermon describes the betrayal Jesus suffered in his final week, and how it compares with our betrayal of Him.

    JESUS BETRAYED! Most prisoners have a unique understanding of how Jesus felt in his last days. They arrive at the courthouse, only to see one of your best friends talking with the prosecutor. “Betrayal” summarizes well humanity’s response to Jesus. Please read Matthew 21:6-11; 33-40 The story ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Cop A New Attitude

    Contributed by Ken Sowers on Nov 11, 2002
    based on 14 ratings
     | 2,286 views

    We need a beatitude attitude

    Memorial day typically celebrates veterans of our armed services. Men and women from all branches who were willing to lay their lives on the line for the protection and safety of others. 911 illustrated that war has dramatically changed. And so the list of heroes have increased. Today we want to ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Rick Stacy avatar

    Journey From The Ordinary To The Extraordinary Series

    Contributed by Rick Stacy on Dec 9, 2002
    based on 45 ratings
     | 5,428 views

    1st of four in a Christmas Series. It began in the fields with the sheep. Their quiet and earthy world was interrupted by a chorus of angels who led them to the place where the Christ child was born. Once this journey is made nothing is the same again

    Luke 2:8-20 That night, some shepherds were in the fields nearby watching their sheep. Then an angel of the Lord stood before them. The glory of the Lord was shining around them, and they became very frightened. The angel said to them, “Do not be afraid. I am bringing you good news that will be a ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Lord's Supper

    Contributed by Charles Salmon on Aug 18, 2004
    based on 28 ratings
     | 10,057 views

    This sermon looks at the origin and nature of the Lord’s Supper, its place in the early Church, and it importance to the Church today.

    The Lord’s Supper I Cor. 10:23-34 INTRO.: Illus.: "Giving Blood" Priscilla Larson writes, "My brother-in-law, who is a minister, responded to a Red Cross appeal for blood donations. When he didn’t come home by the time his young son expected him, the boy asked his mother, ‘Is Dad going around ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Rest Of The Story

    Contributed by Charles Salmon on Apr 9, 2005
    based on 31 ratings
     | 4,846 views

    Sermon on the meaning of the ascension to modern Christians.

    The Rest of the Story Acts 1:9-12 INTRO.: The ascension to Heaven is the last earthly event of Jesus’ ministry. It is the completion of the resurrection. He was raised, not only to renewed physical life, but to resume His Heavenly life as well. If we believe in the resurrection of Jesus, this ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ