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  • Michael Stark avatar

    Pardon From The Prison Of The Past

    Contributed by Michael Stark on May 21, 2021
     | 3,886 views

    Christ sets us free so that we do not need to live under the dark cloud of condemnation from past sins.

    “There is therefore now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus. For the law of the Spirit of life has set you free in Christ Jesus from the law of sin and death. For God has done what the law, weakened by the flesh, could not do. By sending his own Son in the likeness of sinful flesh ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    But It Depends On How I Define Success Series

    Contributed by Dr. Dave Hartson on Oct 3, 2019
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,857 views

    Get up…eat breakfast…head to work…work all day… return home…eat some supper…watch a little tv…go to bed… and then repeat those same steps tomorrow.

    INTRODUCTION: Get up…eat breakfast…head to work…work all day… return home…eat some supper…watch a little tv…go to bed… and then repeat those same steps tomorrow. Some of us may have a few more steps; some of us may have a few fewer steps. No wonder people ask the question: “Is this all there is to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    How Do You Define Success? Series

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Feb 28, 2015
     | 7,963 views

    Learning from Jesus how to be successful in His work.

    “Someone in the crowd said to [Jesus], ‘Teacher, tell my brother to divide the inheritance with me.’ But he said to him, ‘Man, who made me a judge or arbitrator over you?’ And he said to them, ‘Take care, and be on your guard against all covetousness, for ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Christmas, A Line In Time Defining Life Series

    Contributed by Denn Guptill on Dec 15, 2013
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,250 views

    Because of Christmas our lives have been defined both for the there and then as well as the here and now.

    It was almost as if someone had dragged a stick though the sand drawing a line that said that was then and this is now. There has never been an event in the history of man that has so defined human history as the birth of Jesus. And it began when God interrupted the life of a young lady named ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

  • Larry Thompson avatar

    Defining Marriage In The 21st Century Series

    Contributed by Larry Thompson on Sep 2, 2006
    based on 14 ratings
     | 17,084 views

    Today we face a very deliberate attack on the institution of marriage. This message not only defines marriage for the audience but also demonstrates through scripture why marriage may only be defined as ONE MAN-ONE WOMAN.

    ON STAR SERMON SERIES DEFINITION OF MARRIAGE Genesis 2:18-24 - ©Dr. Larry L. Thompson (2006) Introduction: the Institution of Marriage is under Siege! Tragically, we have seen our society work to systematically re-define marriage. We desperately need guidance and we desperately need to turn to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Glenn Durham avatar

    Is Love The Defining Mark Of Our Church? Series

    Contributed by Glenn Durham on Oct 28, 2008
    based on 9 ratings
     | 5,111 views

    God’s compassion for the world and power in his people combine for an unassailable testimony of his grace and greatness.

    Scripture Introduction Jesus “did not speak to them [the crowds] without a parable…” (Mark 4.34). And the Apostle John shows us that Jesus’ parables were often acted teachings, the most famous of which is in John 13: “Jesus laid aside his outer garments, and taking a towel, tied it around ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Shawn Rose avatar

    The Past, Present, And Future Of The Believer

    Contributed by Shawn Rose on May 19, 2009
    based on 6 ratings
     | 6,401 views

    Salvation is not an instantaneous act as we see it, but a process that stretches from eternity past to eternity future.

    THE PAST, PRESENT, AND FUTURE OF THE BELIEVER Text: Romans 8:28 – 30 Introduction: · V. 28 · Not all things are good, but can be used for our long range good by God, who molds us · Promise only for Christians, “the called” · Salvation is not an instantaneous act as we see it, but a process ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Do You Want Your Fortune Told?

    Contributed by David Radcliff on Mar 11, 2016
     | 3,000 views

    Looking at our future with Christ.

    DO YOU WANT YOUR FORTUNE TOLD? Ephesians 2:1-12 Charles Dederich is credited with the famous line, “Today is the first day of the rest of your life.” II Corinthians 6:2 behold, now is the accepted time; behold, now is the day of salvation. I. WHAT DOES THE BIBLE REVEAL OF THE PAST ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    When The Past Haunts You Series

    Contributed by Paul Decker on Nov 18, 2003
    based on 25 ratings
     | 8,492 views

    Our failure is not to be the end of the story. [past sin]

    STANDING TALL: WHEN THE PAST HAUNTS YOU II Samuel 11:1 – 12:15 Psalm 32:1 – 11 S: Courage Th: Forgiveness of sin Pr: OUR FAILURE IS NOT TO BE THE END OF THE STORY. ?: How? How is this to be accomplished? KW: Factors TS: We will find in our study of II Samuel 11:1-12:15 and Psalm 32 four factors ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Wwjd - Getting Past The Fad

    Contributed by Brian La Croix on Feb 28, 2005
    based on 24 ratings
     | 4,086 views

    Discipleship message inspired by the book, In His Steps, by Charles M. Sheldon.

    "WWJD" - Getting Past the Fad Philippians 2:5-11 February 27, 2005 Introduction Next week we start a 5-part series touching the life of Christ to take us through the Lenten and Easter Season. But today I want us to discuss something that’s been on my heart for quite some time, and I referenced ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

  • Pastor E. Jolly Erhunwmunse avatar

    What Happen To Your Past

    Contributed by Pastor E. Jolly Erhunwmunse on Aug 22, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,598 views

    Your is what Jesus came to die for and your past has forgiven by Jesus. Jesus came because of your past so stop dwelling on your and focus on the future and let God perfect that which He has said concerning your life

    This message is designed to bring many people back to life i.e letting them know that God still loves them and cares for them, many are beginning to think that they are the most sinners on earth, when some remember their sins they begin to cry and feel bittered no matter how long they have commit ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Chris Swanson avatar

    Break Free From The Past

    Contributed by Chris Swanson on Nov 29, 2022
     | 1,148 views

    Paul explains true Christian behavior. The old nature is dead. We are to accept Jesus as our Savior and put on the new nature. When we let Christ in our hearts, He changes us into what we should be.

    Look Up: In verses 1-4: “For ye are dead.” Simply put, we died. We should have little desire for this world and what it has to offer. Our old nature has been removed. We that have been born again are dead to sin; its dominion has been broken. Our real home is in Heaven with Jesus. -- John ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Matthew Sickling avatar

    Christmas Past, Present & Future

    Contributed by Matthew Sickling on Dec 10, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,690 views

    This sermon takes a look at what Christmas was like when Christ was born, the way it is today, and the way it may be in the future uless something changes.

    Title: Christmas Past, Christmas Present, Christmas Future Text: Matthew 1:18-24 , Luke 2:1-20 Date: 12/9/2007 Location: Sulphur Spring Baptist church Introduction: In 1843 Charles Dickens was in dept and needed to make some money as quick as possible to be able to pay off the debt. So he ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Martin Holland avatar

    Dark Past Bright Future

    Contributed by Martin Holland on Jan 17, 2012
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,653 views

    With life there comes many challenges and for some there are more challenges than others. Perhaps someone was unwanted at birth, a problems child or born into a family of abuse. There is a opportunity for that person to have a bright future.

    Dark Past Bright Future 1 Chronicles 4:9-10 Last week in studying the life of Moses we saw how his parents played an important role in his life. Moses was put in an idea environment with all the potentials to produce greatness. Perhaps you did not have parents like Moses or even more so raised ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Fighting Past Fear To Freedom Series

    Contributed by Chip Monck on Aug 16, 2005
    based on 9 ratings
     | 4,396 views

    The second in a five part series on healing: focusing on spiritual deliverance, physical healing, and relational restoration. This message specifically addresses how fear can be a road block to healing and freedom in our lives.

    (As with many of my sermons. . .a great deal of the inspiration for this message came from the writings of Max Lucado on this passage.) Introduction - This message was launched with a video from Sermon Spice which addresses fear. It is a dynamic clip that runs just a couple minutes, and ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan