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  • Pat Damiani avatar

    Responding With Repentance Series

    Contributed by Pat Damiani on Apr 6, 2015
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     | 7,986 views

    A worship service focused practicing repentance in corporate worship.

    In his book, Worship is a Verb, Robert E. Webber writes these insightful words: WORSHIP IS A VERB. It is not something done to us or for us, but by us. We certainly saw that last week in Nehemiah chapter 8. As the people gathered and listened to Ezra read the Word of God, they were active ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Answer Three: Sound Preaching Series

    Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Apr 9, 2015
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    The Corinthian church was deeply divided. Two of the issues dividing it were a dispute over what kind of preacher should fill their pulpit, and which former minister had contributed the most to their church. This same problem exists today.

    To recap, a letter was written from the Corinthians to Paul and telling him about how divided their church was becoming. Paul answers that letter and we have it recorded as the book of 1 Corinthians. Paul offers them 11 answers to their division problem. The first answer was the cross. If the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Five Plus Two Does Not Equal Seven

    Contributed by Craig Condon on Apr 10, 2015
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    Following Jesus is a radical lifestyle, and Jesus asks us if we are willing to do the same. Are we willing to give up some of what we have, that others might not go hungry? Are we willing to give out of what God has given to us

    Have you ever heard of the saying, “Every dark cloud has a silver lining”? If so, then the story of the loaves and fishes is a good example. Let me explain. This story happens just after the death of John the Baptist. When Jesus heard that his cousin was beheaded, he did what some of ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    A Birth, A Suffering, A Cross, A Tomb, And A Resurrection

    Contributed by Bud Rose on Apr 19, 2015
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     | 4,978 views

    How Jesus' life takes all of our needs on Him.

    A Birth, A Suffering, A Cross, A Tomb, And A Resurrection Text: Matthew 1:21; John 1:29; F.A.G. 4/5/2015 Play Video – Easter Worship Intro (from Youtube I. A Birth Matthew 1:21, "And she will bring forth a Son, and you shall call His name Jesus, for He will save His people from their ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    He Is The One

    Contributed by Isaac Butterworth on Apr 23, 2015
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    Two things we need most are found in Jesus: real security and deep satisfaction.

    King Saul was a major disappointment. As you know, he was the first king of Israel, and he was everything you would want a king to be. When we first meet him in the pages of Scripture, we are told that he was “a handsome young man.” In fact, “there was not a man among the people ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    "Lay It Down"

    Contributed by Ken Sauer on Apr 25, 2015
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     | 8,987 views

    We are called to lay down our lives for others.

    "Lay It Down" 1 John 3:16-24 Facebook is a funny thing. It's a forum where people often post pictures of their beautiful children and grandchildren, and inspirational quotes to help others through the day. I often use it to promote things that are going on here at East Ridge United Methodist ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Don't Deny Gravity - It Hurts! Series

    Contributed by Tim May on Apr 26, 2015
     | 4,890 views

    Peter and John looked the religious leaders in the eyes, which truth would actually be heard? Peter and John were determined to make sure it would be their truth that would stand the test of time.

    INTRODUCTION: We had been out in the field for about a week moving from one position to another. This time we had stopped for a short rest. It was late in the morning, probably around 2am so I was standing around with several Marines when one of them asked, “Hey Chaps do you believe in ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Be The Church

    Contributed by Christian Cheong on Apr 7, 2014
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     | 16,863 views

    Jesus says, "I will build My Church." Our growth comes through the church. The church make an impact.

    Read Matt 16:13-19 16:18 - And I tell you that you are Peter, and on this rock I will build my church, and the gates of Hades will not overcome it. JESUS: I WILL BUILD MY CHURCH That’s our confidence! The word CHURCH is used only TWICE by Jesus, and recorded for us only in the Gospel of ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Stir Up The Gift That Is In You

    Contributed by Pastor/Author: Terry Sisney on Apr 22, 2014
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     | 65,645 views

    It doesn't matter how gifted you are it profits you nothing if the gift is not activated

    Paul’s exhortation to Timothy was to stir up (agitate, disturb, wake up) The gift that was in him This Gift is the HolyGhost It is evident that Paul understood that it wasn’t enough to receive this gift but the gift must stay active, the gift must be stirred, the ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Power Of Repentance

    Contributed by David Dewitt on Apr 25, 2014
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     | 11,235 views

    Repentance gives us a new relationship with Christ

    The Power of Repentance Luke 7:36-50 February 2, 2014 Morning Service Consecration means to be set apart fully committed, completely devoted. There is no such thing as a half way commitment to consecration. It is an all or nothing deal and you are either consecrated or you aren’t. There ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Handling Finances God's Way

    Contributed by David Dewitt on Apr 25, 2014
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     | 7,442 views

    Simple message on dealing with finances in God's way

    Handling Finances God’s Way Luke 12:13-21 August 11, 2013 "Money often comes between men and God. Someone has said that you can take two small ten-cent pieces, just two dimes, and shut out the view of a panoramic landscape. Go to the mountains and just hold two coins closely in front of ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Testimony Time

    Contributed by Horace Wimpey on May 3, 2014
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     | 6,929 views

    In Enoch's walk with God, he modeled for us the Christian testimony.

    Testimony Time Genesis 5: 18-24 Intro: Play song “Just a Closer Walk With Thee” . Just a closer walk with God. If you are a Christian this morning, that should be your goal, your plea as the song states. . You know more that anything else, that is our testimony. . How is our walk ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    If They Could They Would Have Stopped Offering Series

    Contributed by William R. Nabaza on May 9, 2014
     | 3,942 views

    To show that body and blood of JESUS once and for all wiped away sins, removed the guilt and the punishment that goes with the sin, and we look to Him.

    I. EXORDIUM: Where are you looking? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that body and blood of JESUS once and for all wiped away sins, removed the guilt and the punishment that goes with the sin, and we look to Him. IV. TEXT: Hebrews 10:2 (New International Version) ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    ...hallowed Be Thy Name… Series

    Contributed by Bobby Stults on May 19, 2014
     | 4,230 views

    Jesus stresses in this part of the Model Prayer just WHO we are praying to... a Sovereign and Holy God!

    Sermon Brief Date Written: February 26, 2014 Date Preached: February 26, 2014 Where Preached: OPBC (AM) Sermon Details: Series Title: A Study on the Lord’s Prayer Sermon Title: Hallowed Be Thy Name… (Sermon 4) Sermon Text: Matthew 6:9-13 [HCSB] Essence of the Text: ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Truth In The Inward Being!

    Contributed by Bala Samson on May 22, 2014
     | 3,770 views

    Friend, we live in a modern world that has forgotten the word TRUTH!

    Truth in the inward being! Psalm 51:6”Behold, you delight in truth in the inward being, and you teach me wisdom in the secret heart.” Friend, we live in a modern world that has forgotten the word TRUTH! Immersed in the muck of lies, stealing, manipulation, compromise, dishonesty, ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal