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  • Horace Wimpey avatar

    Try It, You’ll Like It

    Contributed by Horace Wimpey on Jan 4, 2012
    based on 9 ratings
     | 7,720 views

    God calls for a committment to honor and grow His kingdom through our tithes and offerings

    Try It You’ll Like It Malachi 3:7-10 Intro: Two men were marooned on an Island. One man paced back and forth worried and scared while the other man sat back and was sunning himself. The first man said to the second man, "aren’t you afraid we are about to die." "No," said the second man, "I make ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Gospel Of Peace

    Contributed by Bob Coulter on Sep 28, 2011
     | 4,338 views

    God offers PEACE (through Jesus Christ) to world right here, right now!

    Luke 2:9-14 says, “the angel of the Lord said unto them, behold I bring you good tidings of great joy, which shall be to all people. For unto you is born a Savior, which is Christ the Lord…there was with the angel a multitude of the heavenly host praising God, and saying, Glory to God ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    Soul Refreshment

    Contributed by John Herrmann on Mar 25, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,817 views

    As the woman at the well was offered living water,so we are given soul refreshment in Jesus.

    On a recent trip to the Holy Land, we were told Arab separatists in this town of Nablus, an hour north of Jerusalem, are as amped up as they are in the Gaza strip, further southwest. Though I never felt in danger on all my trips to the beautiful Holy Land, I believe the racial tensions there in ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Religion That Works

    Contributed by Greg Nance on Jun 23, 2012
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,230 views

    James 1:26-27 offers a three point message on religion that is a must DO.

    As we continue our Summer Service Series let’s turn to one of the most practical books in the New Testament: James. This little letter is packed with instruction and wisdom for Christian ACTION and SERVICE. James is big on application. A few weeks ago I did a lesson entitled “Do to ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Jesus Dies For The Sins Of The World Series

    Contributed by Jonathan Russell on Nov 1, 2011
    based on 3 ratings
     | 6,396 views

    This sermon looks at the shocking action of Jesus, as he offers his life as the payment for sin

    INTRODUCTION * Current series (message 3 of 4): A Savior’s Most-Shocking Actions (things Jesus said and did that his enemies used against him) * Previous actions: (1) Jesus reaches out to sinners [Zacchaeus]; (2) Jesus forgives sinners [paralytic] * Today: the shocking moment in which Jesus ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Biblical Balance Sheet Series

    Contributed by Glenn Durham on Aug 17, 2010
    based on 8 ratings
     | 6,750 views

    God offers riches to satiate every desire for those who let go of their trash.

    Scripture Introduction Those of us born prior to 1970 will appreciate the article, Math Tests through the Decades in Reader’s Digest: • 1960s test: “A logger cuts and sells a truckload of lumber for $100. His cost of production is four-fifths of that amount. What is his profit?” • 1970s ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Moving Past Religion That Weighs You Down Series

    Contributed by Jim Butcher on Feb 18, 2010
    based on 3 ratings
     | 4,096 views

    This message looks at the burdensome approach to religion that the Pharisees had and what Jesus offers instead.

    PHARISEE RELIGION: “Got-to’s” and guilt lead to a heavy burden. - Matthew 23:4. - Cf. v. 3 – The Pharisees don’t practice what they preach, so they’re putting out a standard, but the “unwashed masses” don’t know how to avoid the guilt. In the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Good Friday’s Cross

    Contributed by Ken Pell on Mar 30, 2013
    based on 1 rating
     | 11,575 views

    Four declarations of the cross; wrath is assuaged, forgiveness is offered, holiness is imparted, love is revealed.

    Good Friday’s Cross 1 John 2:2 He is the atoning sacrifice for our sins, and not only for ours but also for the sins of the whole world. INTRO: There is a Puritan writer of centuries past who wrote a multi-volume theology book on this single verse. His premise and objective throughout the work ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    You Are The Salt Of The Earth Series

    Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Jun 23, 2014
     | 4,916 views

    Be careful, O Christian, of what you are eating and what you are offering to others to eat.

    You Are the Salt of the Earth Matthew 5:13 Introduction Last week, we saw that the Beatitudes of Jesus were not the “be happy attitudes” of Robert Schuller. What Jesus says here is far more profound that the shallow interpretation that Schuller offers. Schuler gives advice which might provide ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Are You For Real? Series

    Contributed by Troy Walliser on Nov 6, 2020
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,979 views

    The same offer of salvation made to Simon is made to you: REPENT and pray to the Lord to be FORGIVEN.

    Are You For Real? Acts 8:9-24 On June 13, 1994, Nicholas Barclay who is pictured here was playing basketball in a local park in San Antonio, TX. Then, he was gone. For over 3 years he had not been seen or heard from. Then, amazingly, his family received a phone call from authorities in Spain ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    I Am The Bread Of Life Series

    Contributed by Jefferson Williams on Sep 20, 2020
     | 9,920 views

    Jesus, the true manna from heaven, offers us bread that will satisfy us for eternity.

    I AM…the Bread of Life John 6:22-51 Pastor Jefferson M. Williams Chenoa Baptist Church 9-19-2020 I’m Stuffed! I remember the first time I visited Maxine's grandma in Leesville, Louisiana for Thanksgiving. We ate for what it seemed like for hours - multiple courses and several desserts that ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Gbemisola Fafowora avatar

    The Book Of Isaiah 53: 1 - 12

    Contributed by Gbemisola Fafowora on Mar 10, 2019
     | 3,966 views

    The book reveals the prophecy about Jesus and how He became our sin offering.

    Isaiah 53: 1 - 12 Who has believed our report? And to whom has the arm of the Lord been revealed? For He shall grow up before Him as a tender plant, And as a root out of dry ground. He has no form or comeliness; And when we see Him, There is no beauty that we should desire Him. He is despised ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Gerald Roberts avatar

    "elizabeth Gives Us An Awesome Gift"

    Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Dec 19, 2018
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,649 views

    The message is about what Joseph gives, Mary gives and what Elizabeth offers us.

    “Elizabeth gives us an awesome gift” Luke 1:39-58 • Joseph offers the gift of faithfulness despite wonder • Elizabeth offers the gift of understanding despite the assumptions • Mary offers the gift of the Christ 1. Today we celebrate the birth of Jesus • He is the greatest gift given to all ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Running On Empty

    Contributed by Rick Boyne on Nov 19, 2013
     | 3,329 views

    God offers a full life through Jesus Christ; we must abide in Him.

    Running on Empty November 17, 2013 Evening Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: God offers a full life through Jesus Christ; we must abide in Him. Focus Passage: Ephesians 3:14-19 Supplemental Passage: "The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy; I came ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Scott Kircher avatar

    The Resurrection And The Life Series

    Contributed by Scott Kircher on Apr 6, 2015
    based on 6 ratings
     | 9,037 views

    What does the Resurrection Life offer when we believe in Jesus as the Resurrection and the Life?

    The Resurrection and the Life John 11:17-44 Easter 2015 Worship 1 song Welcome and Worship through giving Greet one another with “He is Risen” Worship 3 songs Empty video Slide after video On the third day, the tomb was empty. Slide Matthew 16:21 tells us that “Jesus began to ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational