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  • Gordon Curley avatar

    Glory By The River Series

    Contributed by Gordon Curley on Nov 30, 2010
     | 3,302 views

    Glory by the river (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request - email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

    Reading: Matthew chapter 3 verses 1-18. Quote: R.C. Sproul (the American author, theologian and pastor): “The soul is lifted up by the contemplation of the glory of God and of his only begotten Son” “It is Christ in his glory who is the object of our worship and adoration. ...read more

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    Denomination: Brethren

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    Christ Our Peace

    Contributed by Bill Butsko on Dec 3, 2010
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     | 5,265 views

    True peace comes through know Jesus Christ as our own personal Lord and Savior.

    Text: “The LORD will give strength to His people; the LORD will bless His people with peace” (Psalm 29:11). What is peace? The American Heritage Dictionary tells us that “peace is the absence of war or other hostilities; Freedom from quarrels or ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    The Church Under Pressure - Symrna Series

    Contributed by Graham Kettle on Dec 4, 2010
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     | 9,845 views

    Afflicated and poor yet incredibly rich. The church would do well to look at what God calls rich and not hold to the world's opinion of riches. Even in the face of persecution, these Believers hold steadfast.

    THE CHURCH UNDER PRESSURE – SMYRNA READING Rev 2:8-11 "To the angel of the church in Smyrna write: These are the words of him who is the First and the Last, who died and came to life again. 9 I know your afflictions and your poverty--yet you are rich! I know the slander of those who say ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Set For Life

    Contributed by Mark Opperman on Dec 6, 2010
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     | 4,451 views

    Christ followers have everything they need to live Godly lives.

    2 Peter 1:1-11 NIV Simon Peter, a servant and apostle of Jesus Christ, To those who through the righteousness of our God and Savior Jesus Christ have received a faith as precious as ours: 2 Grace and peace be yours in abundance through the knowledge of God and of Jesus our Lord. 3 His divine ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Let It Snow!

    Contributed by Mark Opperman on Dec 6, 2010
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     | 9,528 views

    Snow reminds us of God's provision (James 1:17), purposes (Isa.55:10-11), and purity (Isa. 1:18).

    Let It Snow! Intro: Snow Humor Name of Snow Couple...Willy Melt & Betty Will Snow kids are a chip off the old block. A Snowman is a perfect man...well-rounded, and even has his own broom. How are snowmen and real men alike...they are all a little flaky! Know what the snowman said as the ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Core Value 2:- Being Mission Minded Series

    Contributed by Allan Quak on Dec 7, 2010
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     | 10,251 views

    Jesus has the power to overcome any obstacle for people to come to Him and to be in His family. Therefore we should trust His power and be pro-active in sharing the Gospel.

    Message Luke 8:26-39 “Madman Turned Missionary” I think you will agree that this is not the most effective way to be an evangelist. So, what does it mean to be mission minded? Let’s have a look at a passage from Scripture. Luke 8:26-39 (read) To understand what is happening here we first need ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Checking Out The Stories

    Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Dec 13, 2010
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     | 4,533 views

    Advent... John the Baptist is concerned...maybe even filled with doubt about Jesus Where was the 'wrath of God, the fire and brimstone...but Jesus was preaching God's love, mercy and forgiveness. Includes quotes from Ravi Zacharius, People still doubt tod

    In Jesus Holy Name December 12, 2010 Text: Matthew 11:1-4 Advent II Redeemer “Checking Out the Stories” Our gospel lesson begins with John the Baptizer in prison. John was not afraid to proclaim his message to religious leaders who had come down to the river ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Secrets Of 1 Corinthians 13

    Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Dec 15, 2010
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     | 5,827 views

    A historical look at the Temple and how believers may enter beyond the veil today.

    Introduction: A IL B In 70 AD the Jewish Temple (Herrod’s Temple) was utterly destroyed by the Roman Army but it wasn’t the first destroyed by a foreign army. (Picture from page 110 in Complete Guide) 1 Solomon’s temple built around 960 BC was one of the wonders of the ancient ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Great Light

    Contributed by Dennis Selfridge on Dec 23, 2010
    based on 5 ratings
     | 16,612 views

    Jesus is the light of the world

    The Great light Isaiah 60:1-5 Arise, shine; for your light is come, and the glory of the Lord is risen upon you. For, behold, the darkness shall cover the earth, and gross darkness the people: but the Lord shall arise upon you, and his glory shall be seen upon you. And the Gentiles shall come ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    The Covenant With Noah Series

    Contributed by Ken Mckinley on Dec 27, 2010
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     | 14,983 views

    In this sermon we examine God's covenant with Noah and it's implications to us today.

    Genesis (Pt. 18) (The Covenant with Noah) Text: Genesis 9:1-17 By: Ken McKinley (Read Text) Just in reading that text, I see three things or three messages or lessons that we can learn from this passage. First of all, we’re reminded of the sanctity of human life. Then in verses 8 – ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Interpreting The Story Of Cain And Abel

    Contributed by Richard Down on Jan 2, 2011
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     | 10,254 views

    The story of Cain and Abel's sacrifices is well known but often misinterpreted or misused to prove certain pet theories. This presentation considers how a proper understanding may be gained.

    The Sacrifices of Cain and Abel. Most Bible readers will be aware of the story of Cain and Abel, a story infamous as the first murder in the Biblical narrative. It’s a story that catches the imagination because just one generation after the first sin in the garden of Eden we already have ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    Illegal Tender

    Contributed by Bob Joyce on Jan 2, 2011
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     | 3,092 views

    To protect its integrity the church must take the responsibility of discerning between true and false believers.

    Have you ever held a counterfeit bill? It can have all the appearances of the real thing. Most people are not able to immediately recognize one. However, a trained eye can quickly detect fake currency, because certain telltale flaws betray a bill's lack of genuineness. United States law ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Home, Sweet, Home

    Contributed by Bradley Boydston on Jan 2, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 17,081 views

    When we welcome Jesus into our lives we find ourselves at home as children in his household. This is the fuller fulfillment of Jeremiah's prophecy.

    If someone were to ask you where HOME is, what would you tell them? If you are not living there now, do you ever go back? Why or why not? [Carry on group discussion.] When I was 19 my parents moved to Tempe from San Jose -- where I had spent all but perhaps three months of my life. In my mind, to ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    Cultivate Goodness Series

    Contributed by Chad Garrison on Mar 2, 2009
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     | 6,102 views

    We are all called to continually "Cultivate" the Fruit of the Spirit. Here we focus on Goodness.

    Cultivate the Fruit of the Spirit Goodness Matthew 7:16-20 Galatians 5:22-25 22But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, 23gentleness, self-control; against such things there is no law. 24Now those who belong to Christ Jesus have crucified the ...read more

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    Denomination: Foursquare

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    So Little Time, So Much To Do

    Contributed by Anne Benefield on Mar 5, 2009
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     | 7,974 views

    We have all received grace upon grace; therefore, we are called to share our talents just as Peter’s mother-in-law did.

    So Little Time, So Much to Do Isaiah 40:27-31; Mark 1:29-39 Reverend Anne Benefield Geneva Presbyterian Church, February 8, 2009 Introduction: We continue with the first chapter of Mark. As always, Mark tells the story well and fast. His favorite word is “immediately.” There is very little ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed