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  • Jim Butcher avatar

    Four Myths About God’s Judgment Series

    Contributed by Jim Butcher on Aug 9, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,092 views

    A look at the two foundations and four popular lies about final judgment.

    1. Myth: “The line dividing heaven and hell is. . . who claims Jesus’ name.” - Matthew 7:24, 26 – “puts into practice,” “does not put them into practice.” - Focus: empty religion. [a, c, g, o] - There is a lot of empty religion out there. - And, as I’ve shared before, one of the biggest myths ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Day Of The Lord

    Contributed by Darryl Ward on Dec 5, 2012
     | 3,307 views

    Sermon about the Second Coming and popular misconceptions about what this means.

    When I was in my early teens, I went to a film evening put on by our local branch of Youth for Christ and watched A Thief in the Night and A Distant Thunder. These were the first two of a series of ‘end times’ films that dealt with the second coming of the Christ, the rapture and the great ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    There's A Song In The Air Series

    Contributed by Scott Chambers on Apr 7, 2013
     | 6,195 views

    This is the first of a series of messages based on some of the most popular Christmas hymns.

    Nothing has the ability to communicate a message as powerfully as music. In fact, Martin Luther wrote, “Next to theology I give music the highest place of honor.” It is the music that we hear that lets us know that Christmas is right around the corner. There are more songs written about ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Silent Night Series

    Contributed by Scott Chambers on Apr 7, 2013
     | 7,696 views

    This is the second message in a series based on some of the most popular Christmas hymns.

    No Christmas Eve candlelight service would be complete without singing the song we are going to look at today. In fact, I had expected this one to easily hold the top spot in our survey. As you have probably guessed the song is “Silent Night.” This song has the ability to bring peace to ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    O’ Little Town Of Bethlehem Series

    Contributed by Scott Chambers on Apr 7, 2013
     | 7,866 views

    This is the third message in a series based on some of the most popular Christmas hymns.

    On December 24, 1865 at the age of thirty Phillips Brooks’ life would be changed forever by a Christmas Eve service that lasted nearly five hours. The service took place at the Church of the Nativity in Bethlehem. Brooks wrote, “I remember standing in the old church in Bethlehem close ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    O Holy Night Series

    Contributed by Scott Chambers on Apr 7, 2013
     | 12,727 views

    This is the fourth message in a series based on some of the most popular Christmas hymns.

    “O Holy Night” is of the most beautiful and favorite songs that tells of the Savior’s birth in Bethlehem. What many people don’t realize is that the combined talents of three much unexpected people brought us this song. In fact, this song is the result of the work a wine ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    I Wonder As I Wander Series

    Contributed by Scott Chambers on Apr 7, 2013
     | 6,501 views

    This is the final message in a series based on some of the most popular Christmas hymns.

    This is a Christmas carol written by folklorist and singer John Jacob Niles. The carol has its origins in a song fragment collected by Niles on July 16, 1933. This is the story behind the song. In the middle of the summer in 1933, the Morgans, a poor homeless family in Murphy, North Carolina, was ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Fishing On The Wrong Side!

    Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Apr 8, 2022
     | 3,606 views

    We are told the most five popular questions that men are asked is:

    • "What are you thinking?" • "Do you love me?" • "Do I look fat?" • "Do you think she is prettier than me?" • "What would you do if I died?" Each of these questions, when answered incorrectly, lead to an argument or divorce. Men must think ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Walking In The Fear Of The Lord

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 2, 2025
     | 191 views

    To walk in the fear of the Lord is to live in such a way that honours God in all areas of life. It is foundational to living a wise, obedient, and fruitful life.

    WALKING IN THE FEAR OF THE LORD By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Proverbs 9:10 “The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom: and the knowledge of the holy is understanding.” Supporting Texts: Proverbs 1:7 Ecclesiastes 12:13 Isaiah 11:2-3 Acts 9:31 Psalm 111:10 Deuteronomy 10:12 Hebrews ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Will All Good People Be Saved? Series

    Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Nov 4, 2015
    based on 44 ratings
     | 20,149 views

    To establish that all good people will be saved only due to their faith and obedience to God. Cornelius’ religious piety and righteousness did not save him. He had to hear, believe, and obey the gospel of Christ.

    INTRODUCTION Outline. 1. Cornelius’ Character 2. Cornelius’ Commendation 3. Cornelius’ Conversion Remarks. Introductory Remarks. 1. In this gathering, we will discuss the theme: “Will all good people be saved?” It is not our purpose to deny anyone entrance into the kingdom of God. However, God ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    One Bread, One Body, Many Idols

    Contributed by Joseph Smith on Apr 27, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,162 views

    Independence Sunday 1987: We are called to be a distinctive people within American culture, not to follow popular self-centered idolatries.

    The trouble with going to Ridgecrest conference center for a week is that you tend to forget how diverse a nation we are. If you were to spend too long at a place like Ridgecrest, you would get to thinking that everybody was Baptist, and Baptist of the southern variety, that everybody gobbled ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Invisible Disciple Series

    Contributed by David Heflin on Jun 13, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,225 views

    How can we let our light shine and "not let our left hand know what our right is doing"? This sermon explores that question by looking at traditional acts of piety and their practice.

    The Invisible Disciple Matt. 6:1-6 & 16-18 6/10/07 PSCOC Introduction: False impressions. What does a holy person look like? What defines a pious, devout, religious person? Is it the clothes they wear (PP)? Is it the religious duties they perform in their religious clothes (PP)? Or is it the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Who Is Jesus? -- A Palm Sunday Lesson

    Contributed by Don Hawks on Mar 20, 2002
    based on 186 ratings
     | 24,245 views

    Biblical claims about Jesus are presented to refute popular myths about JESUS.

    (Power point and outline available) Begin message by inviting children to platform: Have on hand a bucket full of rocks and stones. Read scripture passage and direct children to spread palms and join in the shouting of the crowds in v. 38. After saying these things, Jesus headed straight up to ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Brian Matherlee avatar

    Christians Aren't Perfect, Just Forgiven Series

    Contributed by Brian Matherlee on Oct 3, 2006
     | 7,685 views

    Part 2 in a series debunking some popular bumper sticker descriptions of the faith

    Introduction Last week we talked about the problem of sin in the life of those apart from God (it leads to death/Hell) and in the life of a child of God (it brings a barrier into the relationship God never intended—a lag in the Christian life). We found that the Bible says sin is a condition (from ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    Open Door Policy Series

    Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Jun 22, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,784 views

    It isn't size, or status, or wealth, or popularity that measures the worth of the church: it is faithfulness.

    We began the week with the story of the Chicago nightclub fire in which 21 people were killed as they rushed to the exit. The club had already been cited for overcrowding and other safety violations - like not enough doors and windows. What happened was that a bouncer used pepper spray to break ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed