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  • Kevin Ruffcorn avatar

    Discover The Christ Who Will Come Again Series

    Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Dec 6, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,520 views

    Jesus is not only the incarnate God who was born in Bethlehem, he is also the God who will come again in power and glory. This truth gives our lives a new perspective and a new purpose.

    Luke 21:25-36 “Discover The Christ Who Will Come Again” INTRODUCTION Spending time with someone gives you the opportunity to discover things about them and get to know them better. This is true for our relationships with each other, and our relationship with God. Not that God needs to learn ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Living On A Lad's Lunch

    Contributed by Gregory Thomas on Jan 13, 2008
    based on 29 ratings
     | 8,531 views

    This message shows that miracles are still being performed in the name of Jesus.

    Living On A Lads Lunch John 6: 4-11 4)And the passover, a feast of the Jews, was nigh 5)when Jesus lifted up his eyes, and saw a great company come unto him, he saith unto Phillip, Whence shall we buy bread, that these may eat. 6)And this he said to prove ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Antioch: A Model Church

    Contributed by Ed Wood on Jun 10, 2005
    based on 14 ratings
     | 7,642 views

    A message encouraging the church to get involved in evangelism

    ANTIOCH: A MODEL CHURCH Acts 11:19-30 INTRO: Any search for a model Church must inevitably begin in the New Testament. Generally speaking, the Jerusalem Church is considered the first Church, and we are indebted to it for many reasons. The influence of the Church ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Money Matters

    Contributed by Carl Willis on Aug 17, 2005
    based on 5 ratings
     | 3,101 views

    Using earthly resources for kingdom purposes.

    Luke 16:1-2 (NLT) Jesus told this story to his disciples: "A rich man hired a manager to handle his affairs, but soon a rumor went around that the manager was thoroughly dishonest. [2] So his employer called him in and said, ’What’s this I hear about your stealing from me? Get your report in ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Backsliding

    Contributed by Gene Escoe on May 4, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,037 views

    To encourage those who have allowed their relationship with Jesus Christ to become lukewarm to repent and return.

    INTRODUCTION: Play the video on refinishing furniture. Discuss backsliding and the comparison between it and refurbishing furniture. I. There are steps we take when we move away from JC. A. Self confident. Vss 27-31 1. Peter became extremely self confident. 2. The Christian is in danger when ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Peace Series

    Contributed by Aaron Johnson on Jun 28, 2010
     | 7,471 views

    Although the world may be crashing in around us, we can still experience true peace.

    Review: Theme: J-O-Y Week One - Turn Obstacles into Opportunities / Put things in Perspective Week Two - Have the attitude of Christ - Do everything without arguing or complaining Week Three - Press on towards the goal that Christ has called us to Paul writing from Roman ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Why Am I Surrounded By Problem People And Problem Situations? Series

    Contributed by Jim Butcher on Sep 23, 2014
     | 5,274 views

    A look at the call to "fight the good fight."

    FIGHTING: You were made to take ground. - 1 Timothy 1:18b – “fight the good fight.” - It’s a fight. It’s a battle. - You are a warrior, a soldier. - This is a spiritual battle rather than a physical ground, but that doesn’t change the need to take ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Garden Of Joy.

    Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Nov 27, 2013
    based on 9 ratings
     | 14,216 views

    It is the acceptable year of the LORD. A young man in Nazareth preaches the good news.

    A GARDEN OF JOY. Isaiah 61:1-4, Isaiah 61:8-11. Imagine yourself in ancient Israel celebrating that most solemn of feasts, the day of Atonement. This, however, is not just any old Yom Kippur: it is the fiftieth year, and on this day a musical instrument formed out of a ram’s horn is sounded in ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Inside Out Means Looking Pass Me Just So You Can Know Me

    Contributed by Preacher Fo Real on Feb 20, 2014
     | 4,957 views

    Viewing People From The Inside Out Is Looking Pass The Outside So You Can Truly Know Them. It Is The Way God Sees Us And The Only Way We Should View Ourselves And Others In The World.

    The last few years of the 1960's were some of the most turbulent times for the African-American community. However, as a lad lost inside the safe and carefree world of my infancy, I did not have a clue the world saw me as inferior to the Caucasian race. I did not own this widely held notion because ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    "Hallelujah Anyhow"

    Contributed by Barry Edmondson on Mar 26, 2014
    based on 4 ratings
     | 19,317 views

    As Christians we can have joy even in the midst of unhappy circumstances.

    Introduction . Illustration: A friend of mine used to sing a song that said "Well it’s hallelujah anyhow. I’m not gonna let my troubles bring me down. I’ll just lift my hands and sing it’s hallelujah anyhow." 3. People often mistake joy and happiness. We can be happy and not ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Deficiencies That Need Healing By The Gospel Of Joy Series

    Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Feb 21, 2015
     | 3,617 views

    Both Christian and secular cultures will benefit by understanding the Joy of the Gospel, but the Church must approach different cultures with respect.

    Thursday of the First Week in Lent Joy of the Gospel Today we hear from Jesus a restatement of the Golden Rule: “whatever you wish that men would do to you, do so to them; for this is the law and the prophets.” And this is Torah, this is the prophetic message. We want people to treat ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

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    Reflecting On The Dark Passages Of Scripture Series

    Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on May 12, 2012
     | 3,416 views

    As in the story of Judas, there are dark passages in the Bible, but they can help us if we use an interpretation which enables their meaning to emerge in the light of the mystery of Christ.

    Feast of St. Matthias 14 May 2012 Verbum Domini Today’s feast gives us an opportunity to reflect on one of the darkest moments in our salvation history. The crucifixion of Jesus was set up by a traitor, Judas “the Iscariot.” It also helps us to consider what the Holy Father and ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

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    Life Can Be Tough

    Contributed by John Ruland on Sep 15, 2010
     | 5,269 views

    As we encounter difficulties in life, it will help us to remember the big picture. First, God is our Father and has a wonderful eternal plan for us.

    Life Can Be Tough JOHN 16:33 ICB 33 "I told you these things so that you can have peace in me. In this world you will have trouble. But be brave! I have defeated the world!" Jesus never promised us that everything would be perfect here on earth. He recognized that we would encounter trouble. ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Ross Cochrane avatar

    Part 7 - Matthew 12:22-37 - Blind And Dumb About Demons! Series

    Contributed by Ross Cochrane on Oct 6, 2010
    based on 39 ratings
     | 6,968 views

    One man, normally passive and easy to get along with became increasingly MORE DEMANDING and UPSET for no reason at all, SUSPICIOUS of everyone and DISORIENTED, swearing at everyone and abusive to the point of having to be physically restrained by the poli

    Part 7 - Matthew 12:22-37 - BLIND AND DUMB ABOUT DEMONS! As I walked into the room I had visited only that morning I noticed that some people, had an increased CONFUSION, RESTLESSNESS AND INSECURITY. I met the Asian woman with such beautiful eyes who HALLUCINATES and HEARS VOICES each afternoon. I ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Desperate People

    Contributed by Charles Wallis on Jul 13, 2010
    based on 9 ratings
     | 38,174 views

    Being desperate is not a problem; the question is what will we do with our desperation.

    Desperate People The world is full of desperate people. People who are desperate will do almost anything. What are we desperate for? Have you ever felt desperate? Are you desperate today? I. Desperation is a Condition of Life – it is “normal” to be desperate Everyone gets ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal