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  • Kevin L. Jones avatar

    Stephen's Defense Before The Sanhedrin (Part 2) Series

    Contributed by Kevin L. Jones on Apr 26, 2015
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     | 24,985 views

    A sermon examining Stephen's great sermon while making his defense before the Sanhedrin.

    STEPHEN’S DEFENSE BEFORE THE SANHEDRIN (Part II) Acts 7:35-53 (Antioch Baptist Church: Wednesday, February 11th, 2026) It is interesting to see the many ways that people respond to the preaching of the Holy Scriptures. Jesus spent over three years preaching in the regions of Galilee. The ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Obey God

    Contributed by Craig Condon on May 26, 2015
     | 5,561 views

    When we obey God by doing things such as loving an enemy, people will be amazed because it is not the logical thing to do. Obeying God is the Christian thing to do. When we obey God, we don't know what the result will be, but God will bless our obedience

    Acts 5:27-42 is a story about obeying God regardless of the consequences imposed by mankind. Like Peter, we as Christians are to obey the Lord rather than man in situations where the two are in conflict. For example, when obeying our political leaders would cause us to do something that goes ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    Momentary Troubles To Eternal Majesty

    Contributed by Lalachan Abraham on Jan 2, 2013
    based on 14 ratings
     | 12,848 views

    God uses trouble to teach His children precious lessons. They are intended to educate us. When their good work is done, a glorious recompense will come to us through them. There is a sweet joy and a real value in them. He does not regard them as difficult

    Momentary troubles to Eternal majesty “For our light and momentary troubles are achieving for us a far more exceeding and eternal weight of glory.” (2 Cor. 4:17). If there is one thing that this world is not short of it is troubles and disadvantages. But turning that adversity into ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Faith And Freedom: America's Greatness Is Established In America's Faith

    Contributed by Paul Barreca on Jun 30, 2015
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,144 views

    The rise of Christianity in the West propelled Western nations to great advances in science, economics and politics. This Christian foundation is the basis for America's freedom and greatness, and is in great danger as America turns away from God.

    This week, America celebrates 239 years of political independence. But Freedom is more threatened now than at any time since the General Howe nearly defeated Washington’s army on the shores of Long Island in 1776. Friday’s ruling by the US Supreme Court is not ultimately about ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    What Do You Do When Your World Is Falling Apart?

    Contributed by J Jeffrey Smead on Nov 12, 2013
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     | 29,241 views

    Some who call themselves Christians are denying The Authority of Scripture. Some are denying the Deity and Saving power of Christ. When doctrine and truth are abandoned., You do not get liberal Christianity you have formed a whole new religion based on satanic doctrine. (Updated Nov. 2026)

    For those not familiar with an Anglican Service there are four readings before the Sermon. Today's Readings are: Malachi 3:13 - 4:6 ; Psalm 98; 2 Thessalonians 3:6-13 and Luke 21:5-19 Let Us Pray…... O’ Heavenly Father ... we thank you for this glorious day … and for the transforming ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    The Unveiling Of The Kingdom Of God: The Beatitudes (2) Series

    Contributed by Ron Tuit on Feb 18, 2013
     | 5,213 views

    The Beatitudes are not a list of "TRY HARDER" principles, but characteristics of Children of God at work in God's Kingdom.

    The Unveiling of the Kingdom of God: The Beatitudes (2) Matthew 5:1-12 We have been looking at the Beatitudes from Matthew 5. The word, “Beatitude” is from the Latin word meaning “to bless”, and so The ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Going With The Gospel Series

    Contributed by Brian Bill on Jun 25, 2016
    based on 1 rating
     | 14,439 views

    When we go with the gospel, some will receive it and others will reject it.

    Going with the Gospel Mark 6:7-13 Rev. Brian Bill June 25-26, 2016 On January 23rd of this year, after $1 beer night at a hockey game at U.S. Bank Arena in Cincinnati, Jake Strotman and his drinking buddies approached a band of Baptist street preachers. Strotman felt like these preachers were ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Stone Becomes Flesh

    Contributed by Martin Ellgar on Dec 16, 2014
     | 3,912 views

    A perspective on John 10: 22-30. What did it mean for the Israelites to loose their Temple?

    John 10: 22-30 Stone Becomes Flesh We are told in our text that Jesus was present during the Feast of Dedication at Jerusalem. This is a relatively new festival added to the Jewish calendar. It celebrates the rededication of the Temple in 164 BC. The history of this festival is an important ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    An Unusual Amen

    Contributed by Maurice Mccarthy on Nov 17, 2014
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,947 views

    In life you will face Unexpected Attacks, be helped by Unseen Advocates, you will realize Unforeseen Additions, and will need to verbalize Unusual Amen's.

    An Unusual Amen PPT 1 Title This will be a different text than you probably have ever heard for a Thanksgiving message. Text: Acts 5:17-42 (Note to Pastor's on sermon central. I read the whole passage, but for posting online I am only showing the last 3 verses.) ... Ac 5:40 And they took his ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Roll Call Of The Saints

    Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Aug 5, 2013
    based on 1 rating
     | 10,113 views

    Jesus, who has set the example for us, has finished the race and is at the right hand of the Father. We need to follow his example and that of the other heroes of the faith. These examples encourage us to finish the race.

    Roll Call of the Saints Hebrews 12:1-4 Rev. Mark A. Barber Introduction Today, the first Sunday of November, is the Sunday on the church calendar which is set apart to remember the faithful service of Christians over twenty centuries who have gone on to their eternal reward. All Saints Day is ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Following Jesus –the Hardest Thing To Do

    Contributed by Craig Condon on Mar 21, 2015
     | 4,904 views

    Jesus claimed that his death would draw people to God because he made the ultimate sacrifice. He gave his life for us, and that’s a powerful truth.

    Good morning boys and girls! How many of you have had to do something that wasn’t easy to do? What do you think is the hardest thing we would ever have to do? Well, one of the hardest things we have to do is to be a follower of Jesus. Following him is one of the best things we can do ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    Stand Up For Jesus! Series

    Contributed by Rick Crandall on Apr 13, 2017
    based on 1 rating
     | 17,420 views

    Five lessons in this Scripture: 1. The courage (vs. 25-32). 2. The conflict (vs. 26-28; 33). 3. The compromise (vs. 34-40). 4. The comfort (vs. 40-41). 5. The commitment (vs. 42).

    Stand Up for Jesus! Acts 5 25-42 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - Aug. 25, 2013 *Where would we be tonight if these Christians in Acts 5 and countless other Christians had not said and done the right thing? Where would we be if they had refused to stand up for Jesus ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Shine For Jesus! Series

    Contributed by Rick Crandall on Apr 14, 2017
    based on 2 ratings
     | 15,792 views

    How can we shine for Jesus? 1. Seek to be full of faith (vs. 7-8). 2. Seek to have words of wisdom (vs. 9-11). 3. Seek faithfulness over fairness (vs. 12-14). 4. Seek a radiant relationship with Jesus Christ (vs. 15).

    Shine for Jesus! Acts 6:7-15 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - Sept. 8, 2013 *Matt Redman is one of the best-known writers of Christian music today. Shortly after the devastating terror attacks on September 11, 2001, Matt and his wife Beth co-wrote a worship song called Blessed Be ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Practical Christianity Series

    Contributed by Jerry Owen on Mar 30, 2017
    based on 1 rating
     | 9,298 views

    What is involved in living the Christian life?

    PRACTICAL CHRISTIANITY MATTHEW 5:33-48 1. SPEAK THE TRUTH. Mt 5:33-37 33 “Again, you have heard that the ancients were told, ‘You shall not make false vows, but shall fulfill your vows to the Lord.’ 34 But I say to you, make no oath at all, either by heaven, for it is the throne of God, 35 or ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    When Your Government Is Ungodly - Part 3 Series

    Contributed by Rick Crandall on Apr 3, 2017
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,516 views

    When your government is ungodly: 1. Stick together with God's people (vs. 23-24). 2. Seek God's help (vs. 24-31). 3. Speak the truth about Jesus (vs. 31).

    When Your Government Is Ungodly - Part 3 Acts 4:23-31 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - July 28, 2013 BACKGROUND: *Tonight we finish our study of the great miracle that took place in Acts 3. Peter and John were on their way to the Temple to pray, and they met a beggar who had been ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist