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  • Doug Henry avatar

    Simplifying Christmas Series

    Contributed by Doug Henry on Dec 28, 2006
    based on 14 ratings
     | 13,907 views

    A comparision between our actions around Christmas to that of Mary and Martha.

    How many of you have braved the malls and stores through the busy times this Christmas season? I think you will agree that it can be a very hectic and stressful time for both our bodies and for our checkbooks. I have heard a number of stories from people telling me this. A lady was overheard ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Sacrificial Act

    Contributed by Lynell Friesen on May 24, 2001
    based on 60 ratings
     | 4,532 views

    We have life because the grave could not contain it’s prey. Paul told us that Christ conquered even the last enemy - death.

    On Good Friday we spoke on Isaiah 53: 4-6 discussing the Universal Depravity of man and the Universal Sufficiency of Christ. Sometimes Christians find that concept hard to grasp. Dr. Barnhouse used this illustration to portray this simple truth to his congregation and I would like to ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    "The Word Of God Proclaimed: The Primacy Of Preaching" Series

    Contributed by Quintin Morrow on Jan 24, 2002
    based on 69 ratings
     | 9,197 views

    A message on the importance of biblical preaching.

    “The Word of God Proclaimed” Preached at St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church, 1/20/2002 The Rev’d Quintin Morrow, Rector 8But what saith it? The word is nigh thee, even in thy mouth, and in thy heart: that is, the word of faith, which we preach; 9That if thou shalt confess with thy mouth the Lord ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

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    Laser Surgery For The Soul

    Contributed by Larry Thompson on Oct 2, 2002
    based on 103 ratings
     | 9,561 views

    The healing of the blind man in John 9 is actually symbolic of the glorious work of Christ as He gives sight to each darkened heart who comes to Him by faith.

    ¡§LASER SURGERY FOR THE SOUL¡¨ Dr. Larry L. Thompson (2002) John 9:1-11, 35-38 page 758 in the pew Bible INTRODUCTION In the book of John there is a scene in which a blind man is given his sight and while all of the miracles recorded in John are glorious, I have chosen this one from John’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Miracle At Midnight

    Contributed by Ron Kelly on Mar 22, 2012
    based on 44 ratings
     | 92,075 views

    I AM THOROUGHLY CONVINCED – THAT THE SAFEST PLACE IN THE WORLD – IS IN THE CENTER OF GOD’S WILL!

    Acts 16:25-26, “But at midnight Paul and Silas were praying and singing hymns to God, and the prisoners were listening to them. 26) Suddenly there was a great earthquake, so that the foundations of the prison were shaken; and immediately all the doors were opened and everyone’s chains ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    Getting Ready Series

    Contributed by Ralph Juthman on Feb 25, 2012
    based on 1 rating
     | 12,699 views

    A yielded heart will take us through the river that leads to the Promised Land.

    COURAGEOUS LIVING P.4 Getting Ready Joshua 3 INTRODUCTION For every challenge that God gives us there will always be a corresponding obstacle to challenge our faith. As followers of Jesus it is imperative to identify the challenge, then make a choice. Will we move forward in faith and overcome the ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Living On The Cutting Edge Series

    Contributed by Curry Pikkaart on Mar 6, 2012
    based on 1 rating
     | 10,138 views

    Why did the author of Herbews conclude a section on resting in the Lord with some words about God's Word?

    “The Road to a Better Life: Living On the Cutting Edge” Heb. 4:1-13 It happens so often. I’ll sit back and turn on the news, largely because I want to catch the weather and sports reports. It’s not long before the weather report comes on, and the next thing I hear is the ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Avoiding Spiritual Near-Sightedness That Leads Us To Do Evil In God's Name

    Contributed by Jim Butcher on Mar 4, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,515 views

    The chief priests were meticulous in making sure the "blood money" didn't go into the treasury while they were actively working on a murder. What are ways we see the small things while missing the big picture?

    Diagnosing Spiritual Near-Sightedness: There is a “spiritual eye condition” that allows people to see small things clearly while being blind to big things. - Matthew 27:6. - References in Matthew to clear “eyes”: Matthew 6:22-23, 7:3-5, 13:15-16. - We are going to go ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The King Of Glory Series

    Contributed by Gordon Curley on Sep 27, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 14,538 views

    David’s Messianic Psalm. (Powerpoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

    SERMON OUTLINE: (1). The Creator God (vs 1-2) (2). The Holy God (vs 3-6) (3). The Sovereign God (vs 7-10) SERMON BODY: • Psalms 22, 23, and 24 are a group of psalms written by King David. • It has often been pointed out that these three Psalms (22, 23 & 24) form a trilogy; • The cross (Psalm ...read more

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    Denomination: Brethren

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    A Blind Beggar

    Contributed by John Lowe on Sep 27, 2012
    based on 4 ratings
     | 12,925 views

    This poor man was weighed down by two great evils-blindness and poverty. It’s sad enough to be blind, but if a blind man is wealthy, there are thousands of things that he could buy to make himself comfortable and to cheer him up. But to be both blind an

    Tom Lowe 2/28/03 ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jeff Strite avatar

    Witnessing To The Religious Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Oct 8, 2012
    based on 104 ratings
     | 31,786 views

    There a vast number of "religious" people who don't go to church. How do we witness to them like Peter and Paul might have?

    OPEN: A grocer put up a sign that read "Eggplants, 25¢ ea. or three for a dollar." All day long, customers came in complaining, "Are you serious! I should get four for a dollar!" Confronted by their outrage, the grocer shrugged and packaged four eggplants. The tailor whose shop was ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Joseph And Mary And Jesus Series

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Nov 24, 2012
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,739 views

    In this lesson, an analysis of the account of Joseph and Mary and Jesus will demonstrate to us the obedience of Joseph and Mary.

    Scripture We are studying the life of Jesus in the Gospel of Luke in a sermon series I am calling, “To Seek and To Save the Lost.” We have looked at Luke’s description of the birth of Jesus. Last time we examined the shepherd’s visit to Jesus in Bethlehem on the night of ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Mediocre Church Series

    Contributed by David Welch on Oct 19, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,944 views

    Sermon 10 in series dealing with Laodocia and the mediocrity.

    The Revelation of Jesus Christ “The Mediocre Church” I. Prologue 1:1-20 The Prologue in chapter one records what John the aging Apostle saw (and heard) including a manifestation of Jesus far different that what John had known previously. The theme of the book describes the time of Jesus’ coming ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

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    The End Is Praise Series

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Oct 21, 2009
    based on 6 ratings
     | 13,435 views

    Paul’s praise in the conclusion of his letter to the Romans is a model for the kind of praise that the good news of God should draw from us.

    Scripture Today we conclude our study in Romans. Let’s read Romans 16:25-27: 25Now to him who is able to strengthen you according to my gospel and the preaching of Jesus Christ, according to the revelation of the mystery that was kept secret for long ages 26but has now been disclosed and through ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Overcoming Discouragement Series

    Contributed by Andy Flowers on Mar 9, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,943 views

    How to deal with discouragement in the Christian life.

    Text: Nehemiah 4:1-23 Title- Overcoming Discouragement We all face periods of frustration and discouragement. But we can overcome discouragement through God’s grace! I. The Source of discouragement a. Ridicule- 1-3 b. Open opposition- 7-8, 11 (security) c. Fatigue- 10 II. The Antidote to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist