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  • Dr.W.Samuel Legon avatar

    The Importance Of Faith

    Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on Jan 11, 2023
     | 1,902 views

    We must have faith to serve God

    THE IMPORTANCE OF FAITH Hebrews 11: 1 Now faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen. 2For by it the elders obtained a good report. 3Through faith we understand that the worlds were framed by the word of God, so that things which ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Obediently Preaching Christ

    Contributed by Rich O' Toole on Jan 29, 2025
     | 418 views

    Peter's sermon

    Obediently Preaching Christ Acts 2:14-24 Psalm 139:14 I will praise You, for I am fearfully and wonderfully made. NKJV When we surrender our lives to the Lordship of Jesus Christ, we become new creations in Him, however, we still have distinct personalities. Stephanie Adams said, “We each have a ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    A New Creature Series

    Contributed by Donald Mcculley on Mar 20, 2019
     | 5,901 views

    In this one verse is a great deal of theology. It is concise and precise. There’s no multiplicity of words. God writes as if it were in shorthand.

    A NEW CREATURE II CORINTHIANS 5:17 INTRODUCTION: This idea was gleaned from a C.H. Spurgeon sermon. In this one verse is a great deal of theology. It is concise and precise. There’s no multiplicity of words. God writes as if it were in shorthand. Take note of two things. I. The Position ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    My Name Is Holy Spirit

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Oct 19, 2018
     | 3,428 views

    Let Me use you to change the world

    A. INTRODUCTION 1. The forgotten third Person of the Godhead. a. Today many people pray, “Our Father, who art in heaven.” b. Others pray to the Son, “In Jesus’ name” (John 14:13-14). c. But the Holy Spirit is called the forgotten Person of the Godhead. “He shall not speak of Himself” (John ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Larry Grant avatar

    Even So

    Contributed by Larry Grant on Mar 15, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 560 views

    These verses today teach us about the person, the promise and the prayer as the last words in the last verse of the last chapter in the last book of the Bible.

    Revelation 22:20-21 (NKJV) “Even So” March 16, 2025 In verses 17-21 we have THE FINAL WITNESS OF THE SPIRIT! v.17 The Last Welcome - The last invitation - “Come” - (The first was Noah and the ark!) The last inviters - The Spirit and the Bride. Those who have drank well of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Pentecost Sunday

    Contributed by Christopher Nerreau on Jun 13, 2008
    based on 5 ratings
     | 16,105 views

    Often we forget the Holy Spirit, today I want to look at the role of the Holy Spirit that we may meet the person of the Holy Spirit.

    Pentecost Sunday 06-15-2008 Acts 2:1-37 INTRODUCTION Background • Old Testament – Pentecost was a festival where every Jew who lived within 20 miles was compelled by law to attend. • Pentecost means – “The Fiftieth” and was a celebration the fiftieth day after Passover. Pentecost had an: ...read more

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    Denomination: Orthodox

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    The Paradoxes Of Christmas

    Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Dec 19, 2021
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     | 4,915 views

    The Christmas story is saturated with fascinating paradoxes. This sermon examines some of them for the edification of the saints.

    The Paradoxes of Christmas Chuck Sligh December 19, 2021 Adapted from a sermon by D. Greg Ebie titled Christmas Paradox on SermonCentral.com. TEXT: Colossians 2:9 – “For in him [Christ] dwelleth all the fullness of the Godhead bodily.” INTRODUCTION Webster’s defines a paradox as a seemingly ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Burning Conversation

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Mar 12, 2002
    based on 65 ratings
     | 9,526 views

    A first person sermon from Moses perspective. It tells of who he was and why he made the decisions he made.

    A BURNING CONVERSATION (An Impersonation) NEEDED: White wig & beard (paste on beard), staff and middle east garb with slanting accent towel tucked into belt TEXT: (Read by another) Exodus 3:1-6 THRUST OF MESSAGE - Moses had been a man who did not need God, but who changed once he met him at the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Major Dynamics Of Church Life Series

    Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Nov 15, 2021
     | 2,060 views

    Our personal histories, church history, our culture and experiences all color our view as to what church is about. We need to recalibrate and correct our assumptions by returning to the Scriptures.

    The Major Dynamics of Church Life (Romans 15:1-13) NOTE: If I could do it over again, I would make three sermons from this text. All three points could have used more elaboration than I gave them. In the first point, I could have demonstrated further that the New Testament purpose for church ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    A More Excellent Way Series

    Contributed by Christopher Lanham on Jul 22, 2011
     | 5,506 views

    A look at the more excellent way of love - using the gifts for their intended purpose in their intended context.

    A More Excellent Way 1 Corinthians 13 Cascades Fellowship CRC, JX MI March 8, 2009 Series: The Church in Crisis I remember a sermon – years ago, in fact I think I may have preached it during my time here as an intern – where my opening illustration was the difference between the way my ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Inside Out - The Battle For Personal Holiness

    Contributed by Brian La Croix on Dec 5, 2001
    based on 199 ratings
     | 19,716 views

    Encouragement to recognize the battle grounds of personal holiness.

    Inside Out- The Battle for Personal Holiness Various Scriptures I. Introduction Today we will continue our look at holiness, which, as we established last week, is very near and dear to the heart of God, and should, therefore, be near and dear to us as well. Before we get into today’s specific ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

  • Todd Hudnall avatar

    Becoming A Person God Can Trust

    Contributed by Todd Hudnall on Dec 10, 2001
    based on 205 ratings
     | 9,549 views

    Lessons from the life of Jesus’ stepfather Joseph. How we can learn to become a person God can trust.

    INTRODUCTION When you own something of great value you want to make sure it is kept in trustworthy hands. You want your money to be with a bank you can trust. If you own stock, you want the stock to be in a trustworthy company. As any owners of Enron stock recently learned; It’s risky to be the ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Russell Brownworth avatar

    Personal Choice; My Loaded Gun

    Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Feb 11, 2002
    based on 40 ratings
     | 4,977 views

    Our rights and responsibilities are like the tension on the trigger of a loaded gun; properly handled they are a blessing -- improperly handled they are dangerous.

    February 10, 2002 1Now let¡¦s talk about food that has been sacrificed to idols. You think that everyone should agree with your perfect knowledge. While knowledge may make us feel important, it is love that really builds up the church. 2Anyone who claims to know all the answers doesn¡¦t really ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

  • D. Troy Hassell avatar

    An Overview Of Matthew: His Person And Purpose Series

    Contributed by D. Troy Hassell on Dec 19, 2000
    based on 51 ratings
     | 7,055 views

    Who is Matthew and why did he write the book?

    A Study of Matthew The Overview of his Person and Purpose Introduction: Hanging Bathroom Shower Curtains. Usually 12 rings that you have to snap in place. They are the hardest things to snap. When the curtain is secured to the rings which is on the pole, you usually have a curtain that does what ...read more

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    Denomination: Brethren

  • Paul Apple avatar

    Even The Religious Person Cannot Escape

    Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 25 ratings
     | 2,563 views

    EVEN THE MOST RELIGIOUS PERSON (DEVOUT JEW) CANNOT ESCAPE GOD'S RIGHTEOUS JUDGMENT--TRUE SPIRITUALITY IS MUCH MORE THAN POSSESSING RELIGIOUS PRIVILEGES AND PRACTICING RELIGIOUS RITUALS 1.

    EVEN THE MOST RELIGIOUS PERSON (DEVOUT JEW) CANNOT ESCAPE GOD'S RIGHTEOUS JUDGMENT--TRUE SPIRITUALITY IS MUCH MORE THAN POSSESSING RELIGIOUS PRIVILEGES AND PRACTICING RELIGIOUS RITUALS 1. True Spirituality is much more than Possessing Religious Privileges (:17-24) a. Religious Privileges can ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible