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  • Stephen Belokur avatar

    Son Of The Living God

    Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Mar 11, 2014
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    Who do men say that I am? This is an awesome passage showing that the knowledge of who Jesus is comes from only God Himself. This is a grand statement on the Christ, the Son of the Living God. Verse 18 however has been hijacked and the truth must be told.

    This week was the beginning of lent. Lent was based on a 40 day fast that some people did in the early church attempting to emulate the 40 day fast of Jesus that took place immediately after His baptism. Over the years it has become connected with the 40 days preceding the resurrection of Jesus ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    The Question Is Not: "is God Relevant?"

    Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Dec 5, 2013
     | 4,276 views

    He who has the last laugh determines relevancy. This is Christ the King.

    The Question is Not: “Is God Relevant?” Matthew 25:31-46 Introduction Often what is put last is of the highest importance. For example, Luke ends Jesus’ public teaching at the Temple with the story of the widow’s mite, noting that she gave more than the rich who gave much in that she gave her ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Be Transformed! Know The Will Of God!

    Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Jul 19, 2013
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     | 4,601 views

    It is impossible to know the will of God without being transformed from conformity to this world. Have you been transformed?

    Romans 12:2 “Do not conform any longer to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God’s will is - His good, pleasing and perfect will.” Let’s take the first phrase of that verse - “Do ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    Lukewarm Christianity Series

    Contributed by Robert Glass on Nov 13, 2012
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     | 14,601 views

    The effects of lukewarm Christianity on the member and the Church.

    ) Lukewarm Christianity Robert A. Glass (Revelation 3:15-18) The church at Laodicea had a problem. God knew their works and the “test-results” were bad. God had examined them and found them lukewarm or wishy-washy. (Revelations 3:15-18) “I know thy works, that thou ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Christmas According To St. Mark

    Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Nov 26, 2013
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     | 7,964 views

    Is there really a Christmas Story in the Gospel of Mark? For the Second Sunday in Advent.

    Christmas According to St. Mark Mark 1:1-8 St. Matthew has a Christmas story in which Joseph is prominent. St. Luke has a Christmas story. Even John has a Christmas story from a cosmic perspective where the Word became flesh. But is there a Christmas story in Mark? Let us see. From first ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Discovering Genesis, Part 5 Series

    Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Oct 5, 2011
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    Part 5 of this series discusses the after effects of the Fall of Man with the world's first murder of Abel by his brother Cain; and even in this we see the redemption, grace, mercy and protection of a Holy and Righteous God for His creation.

    Discovering Genesis, Part 5 Genesis 4:1-15 Introduction - At our core, at our very molecular level, we were created to worship God - APP: Worship is not just our praise but also our obedience (critical point here) -- We must obey the God we serve; in everything; else we are not worshiping -- ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Grace And Our Daily Behavior Series

    Contributed by Martin Wiles on Jun 21, 2011
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     | 5,873 views

    Our behavior matters, and it should always reflect the unity and hope we have in Christ.

    Romans 15:1-13 Introduction: A. What affect do you think your behavior has on those you encounter: a lot, none or a little? B. We can break this down farther. Does the affect of the behavior change if the person knows you? C. We can even take it a step farther. Does the affect of the behavior ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Test Of Faith

    Contributed by Chad Bolfa on Oct 29, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,567 views

    Today from this passage of scripture, I want us to learn four of tests of our faith so that we can be better equipped when those test come.

    Test of Faith Am Service October 4th 2009 Daniel 1:1-21 Introduction Today we will begin a brand new series titled “Faith Under Fire” taken from the book of Daniel. The world, in which we live, is not conducive to a growing faith in Christ. In fact I would say it is the opposite, it ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Jesus' Picture Of God

    Contributed by Martin Wiles on Sep 14, 2010
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     | 4,775 views

    God is patient in his call to salvation and service, but his punishment and discipline will follow when either is rejected.

    Jesus’ Picture of God Matthew 21:33-46 INTRODUCTION A. Heard the saying, “A picture is worth a thousand words.” B. Why do we take pictures? 1. Some are overly zealous about taking pictures. 2. Imagine the people developing pictures, “What in the world did this person take a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Holy Spirit? What's That? Series

    Contributed by Davon Huss on Dec 12, 2011
     | 4,453 views

    A sermon on the Holy Spirit and sanctification from Romans 8:5-13 (Material adapted from Dr. Jack Cottrell's book, Set Free, the last chapter of the book)

    HoHum: What a tragedy if Clark Kent never knew that he was Superman? Can we imagine Clark Kent on his deathbed, looking down and muttering, “What’s that big ‘S’ on my T-shirt? Superman? What’s that?” How sad! All his life he could have been catching speeding ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    O Come, O Come, Immanuel

    Contributed by Allan Kircher on Dec 31, 2011
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     | 3,024 views

    Some today may think life is so terrible an affliction upon them that God seems to have forgotten to be gracious. I preach today that the Christ is born The grace of God is upon you today. Today, through the darkness shines the light Today, the t

    “O Come, O Come, Immanuel!” Pastor Allan Kircher 25 December 2011 Isaiah 40:1-2 Introduction Only ten hour’s more/Pacific Coast/13 short hours/Atlantic coast,  And another Christmas will be but a memory. A Few moments more to linger in the colorful radiance of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Silver Lining Inthe Storm Clouds Of Life! Series

    Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Jul 10, 2010
     | 9,148 views

    Each of the storm clouds of our lives has a silver lining with many veins of blessing!

    INTRODUCTION • Slide #1 • Have you heard the idiom, “Every Cloud Has A Silver Lining?” I wonder why the cloud does not have a gold lining! • We may have a bit of a hard time relating to this idiom here in Sierra Vista since when we see clouds we kind of like it because we so rarely get rain and we ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Local Church Is The Hope Of The World Series

    Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Sep 8, 2009
    based on 8 ratings
     | 27,294 views

    The last of the 5 part series based on the Core Beliefs of HBC

    The Local Church Is the Hope of the World Matthew 16:17-19 * This morning I begin with a confession. These five Core Beliefs which we agree and have now spent 5 weeks on have been my personal core beliefs for almost 15 years. In praying about this message, I was attempting to recall where I had ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Rejoice Because Of God's Promises Series

    Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Apr 9, 2009
    based on 17 ratings
     | 10,420 views

    Nothing can prevent YAHWEH from accomplishing His purpose. In light of God’s promise concerning His people’s future, they are told to rejoice. They will know comfort & plenty. They will be protected, for God will execute His judgment upon the wicked.

    ISAIAH 66: 10-17 REJOICE BECAUSE OF GOD’S PROMISES [2 Thess. 1:7-9] Nothing can prevent YAHWEH from accomplishing His purpose of repopulating Jerusalem with new life. In light of God’s promise concerning His people’s future, the faithful remnant in Zion is told to rejoice. They will know ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Protecting Life And Offering Hope

    Contributed by Brian La Croix on Oct 16, 2006
     | 1,990 views

    Message discussing abortion. We are facing a ballot issue here in South Dakota that will outlaw all abortions used as birth control. It’s more complicated than that, but oh well...

    Protecting Life and Offering Hope Psalm 139:13-16 October 15, 2006 Introduction I’m going to repeat something I said last week, because some of you weren’t here, and because I want to reinforce it for those who were. I would just as soon avoid these topics. But as much as I try to run away ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan