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  • Dean Courtier avatar

    Go! And Make Disciples - Matthew 28:19 Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Sep 19, 2025
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     | 758 views

    When Jesus speaks His final words before ascending to heaven, we must lean in with reverence. Last words carry weight. And what were the last words of our risen Saviour to His followers? “go and make disciples.”

    Go! And Make Disciples - Matthew 28:19 Introduction: A Commission, Not a Suggestion When Jesus speaks His final words before ascending to heaven, we must lean in with reverence. Last words carry weight. And what were the last words of our risen Saviour to His followers? Matthew 28:19 (NLT): ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    "God's Gonna Do What He's Gonna Do!"

    Contributed by David Nolte on Jan 22, 2017
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    God is all powerful and of highest authority; He doesx what He wants to do.

    “God’s Gonna Do What He’s Gonna Do!” Jeremiah 32:16-27 David P. Nolte The poet, Cowper, said, “God moves in a mysterious way His wonders to perform.” God Himself said, “For My thoughts are not your thoughts, Nor are your ways My ways,” ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Dragon Slayer

    Contributed by Doane Brubaker on Jun 29, 2007
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     | 13,424 views

    Jesus has the authority, power and desire to help us overcome the problems that overwhelm us.

    Dragon-slayer Mark 5:1-17 Have you noticed how popular entertainment has made some pretty fearsome, terrible beings into loveable characters? Real pirates like Black Bart Roberts and Blackbeard were kidnappers, thieves, rapists, and murderers. Not the stuff heroes are made of. [picture ...read more

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    Denomination: Mennonite

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    Understanding A Variety Of Motivational Controls: Power, Influence, Force,

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Aug 25, 2001
    based on 26 ratings
     | 3,864 views

    Understanding a Variety of Motivational Controls: Power, Influence, Force, and Authority - John 20:21

    Understanding a Variety of Motivational Controls: Power, Influence, Force, and Authority - John 20:21 The following four motivational factors; power, force, influence, and authority are to be seen from their sources in the Lord, the scriptures, the Holy Spirit, and the will of God. When the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Knowing And Having The Mind Of Christ PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 27, 2023
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    Explore and understand the power of faith in Jesus, the depth of His compassion, and the magnitude of His authority.

    Good morning, brothers and sisters. Today, we're going to be diving into an exciting passage from the Gospel of Mark, Chapter 5, verses 20-43, and we'll be exploring three key themes that are core to our faith: the power of faith in Jesus, the compassion of Jesus, and the authority of Jesus. These ...read more

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    "The Great Forgiver"

    Contributed by Clark Tanner on Jul 11, 2009
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    Jesus has the power to heal and the authority to forgive. But why did He forgive first?

    "One day He was teaching; and there were some Pharisees and teachers of the law sitting there, who had come from every village of Galilee and Judea and from Jerusalem; and the power of the Lord was present for Him to perform healing. And some men were carrying on a bed a man who was paralyzed; and ...read more

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    Denomination: Orthodox

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    One Dies For All Series

    Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Apr 2, 2022
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     | 2,245 views

    This passage which we have taken for our contemplation has many life values to learn. But let me share with you three practical life lessons.

    Theme: One Dies for all Text: John 11:45-57 Greetings; The Lord is Good and his love endures forever. Joke: “A frog had fallen in love with human girls. No human girl touched him. So, he went to a Prophet. Prophet said: Soon you are going to meet a beautiful young girl who wants to know all ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    No Stumbling Blocks

    Contributed by Vic Folkert on Sep 16, 2021
     | 4,806 views

    Why do people disconnect from Christ and the church? We must not cause "these little ones" to stumble.

    NO STUMBLING BLOCKS—Mark 9:38-50 This morning, we face a troubling reality: Many Americans are moving away from Christ and the church. Some are high-profile influencers, who might say they are “done” with church, or “deconstructing” their faith. Others are ordinary people—maybe people we know—who ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    God Will Not Be Outdone In Generosity

    Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jan 25, 2015
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     | 4,359 views

    The revolutionary call of Jesus to us is to act with power and authority to bring God's love to the world.

    Fourth Sunday in Course 2014 The Courage to Be Astonished When I consider the words of the Holy Gospel today, I wonder if any of us can really understand the feelings that overwhelmed the Jews who heard Jesus preaching on this day nearly two thousand years ago. It’s a bit like going to ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

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    “a Sychar Christian Or A Cana Christian?”

    Contributed by Mike Reed on Jul 4, 2014
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    Jesus encountered two types of people during His ministry: those who accepted Him, believed in Him, and regarded Him as a teacher with remarkable, God-given authority, or those who just wanted a miracle. The same is still true today.

    “A Sychar Christian or a Cana Christian?” John 4:39-53 Sermon by Rev. Mike Reed May 4, 2014 Swan Quarter, North Carolina 1874 – Methodists approach Sam Sadler, ask him to sell property in center of town near courthouse. He refused. They accepted property given to them in ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Absolute Essentials Of Christianity - Part 2 Series

    Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Jul 20, 2023
    based on 4 ratings
     | 1,985 views

    The Bible - The Foundation of the Church - The Sufficiency and Authority of Scripture Vs Traditions of Man and Experiential Revelation

    The Bible The foundation of Christianity is the Bible. It is the only dependable source for humankind to know God's voice. It has the answers to all eternal questions. The focus of all Scripture is ultimately on Jesus. It is the blueprint of Heaven and the only reliable source of truth for all ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Jesus The Lord Of Glory Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Nov 20, 2025
     | 136 views

    A revelation of Jesus as the Lord of Glory; radiating divine splendour, majesty, and unmatched heavenly authority.

    JESUS THE LORD OF GLORY By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Corinthians 2:6-10 Key Verse: “Which none of the princes of this world knew: for had they known it, they would not have crucified the Lord of glory.” — 1 Corinthians 2:8 Supporting Texts: Psalm 24:7-10; Hebrews 1:1-3; John 1:14; ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    The Bible-Written By God

    Contributed by Chris Talton on Jan 15, 2002
    based on 39 ratings
     | 6,980 views

    The Bible was recorded by man, but it was authored by God. It can be trusted in every word and for every need.

    Jan 9, 2000 2 Peter 1:21; 2 Timothy 3:16 The Bible – written by God Main teaching: the Bible was recorded by man, but it was authored by God. That means that: 1. You can believe the stories in the Bible actually happened. In the year and a half that I have been the pastor of this ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    "The Raising Of Lazarus"

    Contributed by Gary Smith on Apr 6, 2002
    based on 61 ratings
     | 29,681 views

    The message deals with the Power & Authority of Jesus over physical death as well as spiritual death.

    This Sermon Was Prepared For Lexington Church Of God for use Sunday Night April 7th, 2002 “The Raising Of Lazarus” TEXT: John 11: 1-15 (NKJV) INTRODUCTION: A. I believe that there is more to this story of Jesus raising Lazarus from the dead than most realize. For this ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    The Lordship Of Jesus Series

    Contributed by Roger Thomas on Sep 1, 2005
    based on 45 ratings
     | 13,322 views

    The basis of the disciple’s call to reach the unreached with the message of Jesus is ground in His authority.

    Great Commission Series The Lordship of Jesus Matthew 28:18 Dr. Roger W. Thomas, Preaching Minister First Christian Church, Vandalia, MO That’s quite a statement. Think about it a minute. “All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me.” The statement leaves no room for debate. It ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ