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  • John Lowe avatar

    I Am Almost Persuaded To Follow Jesus

    Contributed by John Lowe on Dec 30, 2015
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    In Matthew 19:21, Jesus makes both diagnosis and prescription. Since the signs of wealth were all over this young man, Jesus suspected that his soul might be in the bank with his stocks and bonds. So Jesus said, ". . . .

    Tuesday, December 15, 2015 By: Tom Lowe I am ALMOST PERSUADED to FOLLOW JESUS Scripture: Matt. 19:16-22 “Almost Persuaded” is a beautiful hymn which is usually sung at revivals. Listen to the words of the 1st stanza. “Almost persuaded” now to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Our Obligation

    Contributed by Larry Turner on Dec 30, 2015
     | 5,215 views

    Paul made it clear in the Book of Romans that we have certain obligations.

    Why are you here this morning? 60% of those who live in this country are not here. They have good reason. So many things are competing for their time. They are on the run on Saturdays with kid’s sports and family matters. They have to have some time to sleep in and Sunday’s the only day ...read more

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    Denomination: Foursquare

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    Loving God's Word

    Contributed by Derek Geldart on Jan 23, 2016
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     | 10,042 views

    In Psalms 119:113-136 The Psalmist gives 4 steps to loving God's word.

    Loving God’s Word When I found this passage during my devotional time I must say the words made me stop and examine myself. I asked myself the following questions and I hope and pray that you might ask similar questions as well. Do I really love the word of God the way that I should? Has ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Where Is God?

    Contributed by Kevin L. Jones on Jan 23, 2016
    based on 7 ratings
     | 28,064 views

    A sermon examining the fact that God is with us no matter how difficult the circumstance.

    WHERE IS GOD? Psalm 115:1-3 (Antioch Baptist Church: Sunday, September 18th, 2025) “Where is God?” That is a question that has been asked throughout the ages. In the midst of great tragedy, inevitably people will ask “Where is God?” They want to know: “Where is God in times of famine?” ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Go Forth Into The World

    Contributed by Craig Condon on Mar 9, 2015
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    Our chief goal must be salvation and faithfulness. We must point people to Christ, and not to ourselves. We have to offer Christ’s love and compassion. We are to witness to people and rejoice by being faithful.

    There is a story about two missionaries who were going door to door. They knocked on the door of one woman who was not happy to see them. She told them in no uncertain terms that she did not want to hear their message and slammed the door in their faces. To her surprise, however, the door did not ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    Power-Packed Praise Series

    Contributed by Tim White on Mar 9, 2015
    based on 4 ratings
     | 10,755 views

    Paul breaks into spontaneous praise as he relates the glorious gifts of God to us.

    Power-packed Praise Ephesians 3:20-21 Jim Dunn was serving as the pastor of the First Baptist Church, and his wife, Gladys, was very friendly and welcoming to people. One particular Sunday when the sermon seemed to go on forever, many in the congregation fell asleep. After the service, to be ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The House That Wisdom Built Series

    Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Mar 19, 2015
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     | 31,707 views

    The wisdom of God is building a house. Here is that house. 1- The wisdom house invites people in 2- The wisdom house instructs in all ways 3- The wisdom house instills fear of the Lord

    INTRO. - ILL.- I love the cute story about some men in a pickup truck who drove into a lumberyard. One of the men walked in the office and said, 'We need some four-by-twos. 'The clerk said, 'You mean two-by-fours, don't you?' The man said, 'I'll go check,' and went back to the truck. He ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Palm Sunday Prophecy (Fulfilled)

    Contributed by Kelly Durant on Mar 29, 2015
     | 15,646 views

    A study of 5 points of fulfilled prophecy in Zechariah 9:9 and how they relate to the life of a Christian

    The Palm Sunday Prophecy (Fulfilled) By Kelly Durant 3-29-15 Zechariah 9:9 “Rejoice greatly, O daughter of Zion! Shout, O daughter of Jerusalem! Behold, your King is coming to you; He is just and having salvation, Lowly and riding on a donkey, A colt, the foal of a donkey. 2. How many of ...read more

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    Denomination: Salvation Army

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    Would I Be Persecuted For Christ?

    Contributed by Don Kesner on Apr 9, 2015
     | 4,360 views

    Jesus talked of being persecuted for "righteousness sake." If that be the case, am I living righteous enough to qualify?

    *Thanks to every pastor and source which helped in making this sermon come together. (Matthew 5:10-12) “Blessed are they which are persecuted for righteousness' sake: for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. 11 Blessed are ye, when men shall revile you, and persecute you, and shall say all ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Dear Forgetful Series

    Contributed by Alfred Beck on Sep 10, 2015
     | 6,188 views

    Letter to the Church at Ephesus

    Dear Forgetful I Samuel 7:1-4 Revelation 2:1-7 Everybody loves a love story, and there is no greater love story in the history of the world than the one found in this book. This book is the story of a love that is patient and kind, faithful and everlasting. It is the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Decision To Follow Series

    Contributed by Russ Adams on Sep 24, 2015
     | 8,765 views

    The choice is ours. Are we going to follow Jesus, or not.

    September 13, 2015 6 Decisions The Decision to Follow John 1:35-42 Opening words: Blogger John Reitmer attended a seminar nearly ten years ago in St. Paul, Minnesota. The topic was the human brain and how we make decisions. According to the speakers, the average person makes more the 35,000 ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Tighten Up Your Belt Series

    Contributed by Larry Turner on Oct 8, 2015
     | 9,050 views

    Of all the metal armor pieces as described by Paul, he begins with a belt made of leather. The reason is because it's the most important part of the armor. Without it, the armor falls apart.

    As you may recall when Paul wrote Ephesians, he was in prison in Rome. He had been arrested after the fire that almost destroyed the city. Nero blamed the fire on the Christians. Paul, being one the most influential leaders, was handcuffed constantly to a Roman guard. As Paul analyzed the ...read more

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    Denomination: Foursquare

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    Unity In The Church Series

    Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Oct 24, 2015
    based on 1 rating
     | 8,853 views

    A detailed look at what makes a church healthy and unified.

    The Church - Unity September 27, 2015 Ephesians 4:4-6 A mother looked out a window and saw Johnny playing church with their 3 kittens. He had them lined up and was preaching to them and the mother smiled and turned around to do some work. A short while later she heard the cats bellowing and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    In God We Trust

    Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Jul 6, 2015
     | 10,182 views

    This message is our declaration as a Church relating to the recent Supreme Court decision relating to same-sex marriage.

    In God We Trust! Scriptures: Proverbs 3:5 Introduction The title of my message this morning is “In God We Trust.” Proverbs 3:5 says “Trust in the Lord with all your heart and do not lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge Him, and He will make your ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Knowing About "Knowing"!!!

    Contributed by Suresh Manoharan on Jul 7, 2015
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     | 3,923 views

    Focusing on the importance of understanding properly the three cardinal Christian doctrines...by proper analysis of three Greek words used in New Testament "Oidate", "Ginosko" and "Epiginosko", which all have been translated as only "know" in English !!!

    KNOWING ABOUT “KNOWING”!!! Now this kind of title is bound to raise a few eyebrows much like the title “Prophesying about Prophecies” would do. Can we really prophesy about say Tribulation related prophecies contained in Rev 6-19 ...read more

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