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  • Troy Borst avatar

    The Measure Of What God Will Do Series

    Contributed by Troy Borst on Mar 13, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,323 views

    Zechariah has a vision centering on Jerusalem being rebuilt, but it is a promise of a spiritual Jerusalem being built which has its foundation in Christ Jesus and its purpose in Jesus as well.

    MINOR PROPHETS MAJOR MESSAGE: THE MEASURE OF WHAT GOD WILL DO ZECHARIAH 2:1-13 INTRODUCTION… Hallucinations (step1.medbullets.com/psychiatry/114022/delusions-hallucinations-illusions-and-loose-associations) [adapted] I have never been so sick with fever that I had a hallucination. I have never ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Which Is It Series

    Contributed by Shawn Drake on Sep 23, 2003
    based on 15 ratings
     | 5,653 views

    This is the 3rd sermon in the series "David’s Lamp".

    Series: David¡¦s Lamp (Kings Of Judah) #3 WHICH IS IT? 2 Chronicles 15:1-7 Introduction: 1. I remember as a child my mother telling me this as she dropped me off for school. ¡§You better act right, because if you don¡¦t I will find out and when I do it¡¦s going to be bad.¡¨ Guess what? Every ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Jesus Renews Your Purpose In Life

    Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on Jun 27, 2007
    based on 18 ratings
     | 6,195 views

    The demon possessed man had totally lost his purpose in life. Jesus restored it. This sermon aims to encourage people to know the purpose God has for them.

    A little camel asks mummy camel, “Mummy, why have I got such big flat feet?” She replies, “Well darling, in the desert you need big flat feet because the sand is soft and they help us to keep stable.” The little camel goes away but then comes back. “Mummy, why have I got such big eyelashes?” “Well ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

  • Jim Butcher avatar

    The Controversy And Confrontation That Jesus’ Kingdom Brings Series

    Contributed by Jim Butcher on Dec 14, 2021
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    A look at the three closing promises Simeon makes - all of them challenging. What do we learn from these and where do we see these happening in Jesus' ministry?

    SAFE AND HARMLESS? Is Jesus’ Kingdom like “no more tears” shampoo? - Have a bottle of Johnson and Johnson baby shampoo and talk about the old “no more tears” promise. It was safe and harmless. A PIERCING SWORD: Simeon speaks of a Kingdom that is less happy and harmless and more controversial ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Kyle Sullivan avatar

    Death Through Adam, Life Through Jesus. Series

    Contributed by Kyle Sullivan on Nov 10, 2014
     | 4,919 views

    Death through one man and Life through another.

    Question: How did we get into this mess? Vs. 12-14 Why is there evil in the world? Vs. 12a “sin entered the world through one man (Adam)…” (NIV) Like Pandora’s Box, once sin entered the world, paradise was lost. Why do people die? Vs. 12b “and death through ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Grand Finale Series

    Contributed by Timothy Peck on Aug 5, 2003
    based on 60 ratings
     | 12,198 views

    As we follow Jesus in the now, we can expect events in our life to foreshadow the grand finale, when he returns again.

    One of the things my four boys love most about summer time is watching fireworks. Whether it’s at a fourth of July show, or a show after a baseball game, my kids love watching fireworks. But when we’re watching a fireworks show, I can just about guarantee that my younger boys will keep asking me ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    What Christians Think About Jesus Series

    Contributed by Timothy Peck on Jan 17, 2001
    based on 29 ratings
     | 7,060 views

    Three key concepts about who Jesus is for people investigating the Christian faith.

    It seems like the more popular a celebrity gets, the more other people want that celebrity’s special endorsement. Consider Michael Jordan, who makes more money each year in endorsements than he makes playing basketball for the Bulls. Everyone wants Michael’s seal of approval, and he makes $38 ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The "Logos" Incarnate Series

    Contributed by Pat Damiani on Dec 30, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,733 views

    7th in a seven part series on the incarnation from John 1.

    [Play trailer from “Vantage Point”] That movie, “Vantage Point” was one of my favorite movies from recent years. As you could see from the trailer, it is a movie that is focused on one event from eight different perspectives. And it is only once you see all eight perspectives that you can piece ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Paul's Most Powerful Statement (2)

    Contributed by Phillip Wright on Oct 30, 2004
    based on 6 ratings
     | 2,899 views

    An expository sermon of Colissians 1:15-20.

    Paul’s Most Powerful Statement II Colossians 1:15-20 1. Introduction: Last week we began a two week look at this most important passage. This is the passage where Paul tells the Colossians these very powerful statements which describe Jesus and His attributes. Paul is writing these words to give ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Thanks Be To God!

    Contributed by Troy Borst on Nov 20, 2004
    based on 30 ratings
     | 7,241 views

    On three occasions, the Apostle Paul exclaims, “Thanks be to God!” I would like us to look at what the Apostle Paul was thankful to God for in that we might reflect that same thankfulness in our own lives this Thanksgiving.

    “THANKS BE TO GOD” 1 CORINTHIANS 15:50-57 2 CORINTHIANS 2:12-14 2 CORINTHIANS 9:10-15 INTRODUCTION... George Washington, 1779 Whereas, it is the duty of all nations to acknowledge the providence of Almighty God, to obey His will, to be grateful for His benefits, and humbly to implore His ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • David Henderson avatar

    "Mary's Christmas"

    Contributed by David Henderson on Dec 29, 2014
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,549 views

    When we look back at the life of Mary I see 2 extreme points of view that have surfaced. 1. Many believers have chosen to worship Mary. 2. Others have chosen to completely ignore Mary. The scripture does not support either approach.

    Mary’s Christmas Luke 1:26-38 Most of us recognize that Christmas can actually be one of the most stressful times of the year. For pastors and their families things do not usually slow down—instead things just get busier. For many in the church and community there are those feeling ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Some Assembly Required

    Contributed by Jonathan Lucas on Aug 26, 2002
    based on 16 ratings
     | 5,433 views

    This sermon tries deals with the importance of pulling it all together in our relationship with Christ, others and ourselves.

    Some Assembly Required Text: Hebrews 10:22-25 Let us draw near with a true heart in full assurance of faith, having our hearts sprinkled from an evil conscience, and our bodies washed with pure water. Let us hold fast the profession of our faith without wavering; (for he is faithful that ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Stephen Todd avatar

    Snatching Victory From The Jaws Of Defeat

    Contributed by Stephen Todd on Aug 9, 2004
    based on 14 ratings
     | 7,101 views

    This Good Friday message looks at the triumph of the Cross.

    Good Friday, April 21, 2000 Sports writers are not known for their sparkling way with the English language, but there has always been one phrase that catches my attention each time it is used. It is the expression "snatching victory from the jaws of defeat." Used when a team is down, the odds ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • W Pat Cunningham avatar

    This Generation Seeks Signs

    Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Feb 15, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,875 views

    God’s miraculous signs never force our faith.

    February 17, 2009 Mark 8: 11-21 Whenever St. Mark uses the phrase “this generation,” the words have a specific meaning. In the first part of this passage, Jesus says that “this generation” is always looking for a sign, but He would not give them one. The use of that phrase goes all the way back ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

  • Brian Bill avatar

    Finishing Well Series

    Contributed by Brian Bill on Nov 29, 2021
    based on 2 ratings
     | 11,919 views

    If you want to finish well, celebrate God’s provision in the past, surrender to His plans in the present, and serve faithfully in the future.

    Goodbyes are no fun, are they? We just returned from a few days with our two daughters and their families in Virginia. I cry like a baby every time we leave. In our family, some of our most painful goodbyes were when we left our parents and siblings to serve as missionaries in Mexico City for ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist