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  • Ron Tuit avatar

    Growing Up In Christ Series

    Contributed by Ron Tuit on Nov 21, 2016
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     | 14,593 views

    Paul's prayer for the Church in Colossae is God's desire for the Church today. We are taught the principle of "walking worthy" of the Lord, being empowered by Him, in constant thankfulness.

    “Growing Up in Christ” Colossians 1:9-14 We looked at the beginning of Paul’s letter to the Church in Colossae, praising God for their renowned faith, hope and love in the Lord Jesus Christ, even though he never met any of them personally except Epaphras, the church planter and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Antichrist Guard Series

    Contributed by David Welch on May 13, 2015
     | 4,468 views

    Message 11 from 1 John warning about the danger of antichrist philosophy.

    Anti-antichrist Armor 1 John 2:18-24 Review/Introduction John wrote to the believers of His day in order to encourage them in their relationship with God. He spoke of a relationship that develops beyond initial faith. He referred to those who don’t really know God at all; unbelievers. He ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

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    As Christ Loved The Church Series

    Contributed by Tim Diack on May 28, 2012
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     | 4,318 views

    Every relationship eventually has moments of hurt and disappointment. We are wounded intentionally, and unintentionally, by the words and actions of others. Those wounds can cut deep and can erode the intimacy of our marriages. How ought we to handle t

    As Christ Loved The Church - Ephesians 5:25-28 - May 27, 2012 Series: After The Honeymoon #6 / Communion Service Recently I heard about a young lawyer who was called in from the big city to represent a large railroad company that was being sued by a farmer. It seems that the farmer’s ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    Walking With Christ Introduction Series

    Contributed by Mike Lewis on Jan 3, 2023
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    We are going to spend an entire year in the Sermon on the Mount. But in our introduction, we are going to pass by the Sermon and into the ministry Jesus had begun in calling his disciples.

    WELCOME & INTRODUCTION - Welcome Guests - Make sure to invite friends to join us in the new year! 2023 is going to be special as we move into our new theme called: Walking with Christ. - EXPLAIN: Sermon on the Mount, walk with Christ that week—live out what we’ve learned, each lesson ending ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The New Year In Christ PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 16, 2025
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    God lovingly makes us new in Christ, freeing us from our past and inviting us to embrace our true identity as His beloved children.

    Friends, welcome. Some of us walked in today with a smile that hides a storm. Others carry a quiet ache—memories that sting, habits that hang on, hopes that feel thin. If that’s you, you’re in the right place. The God who made galaxies also tends to bruised hearts. He does careful work with what ...read more

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    54. The Coming Of The Holy Spirit Series

    Contributed by Gary Regazzoli on Nov 9, 2018
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     | 3,704 views

    Through Jesus’ incarnation and atonement, the gift of salvation has been graciously prepared, gift-wrapped and is now ready to be offered to a mainly ignorant humanity.

    [IN GOD’S IMAGE 54 - THE COMING OF THE HOLY SPIRIT] This message is part of a series of 90 sermons based on the title, “In God’s Image – God’s Purpose for humanity.” This series of free sermons or the equivalent free book format is designed to take the reader through an amazing process beginning ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    The End Time In Our Time Series

    Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Jun 23, 2016
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     | 12,721 views

    It is increasingly apparent that we are living in the end times. The return of our Lord is drawing closer with each passing day. As we move through these last days, it is good to have biblical instruction regarding them. John provides needed insight.

    The End Time in Our Time 1 John 2: 18-23 In our previous study John gave direction concerning spiritual victory for the believer. Regardless of our maturity level, all need to grow in the Lord. Continued growth is essential in overcoming the difficulties we face. John knew the struggles present ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Maundy Thursday Series

    Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Apr 17, 2025
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    Maundy means commandment. Commandment Thursday, Holy Thursday, green Thursday. The Commandment is “to Love and Serve and Sacrifice”. Jeremiah 31:31-34 to show that God told the Israelites that one day, He would make a new covenant with them.  

    Theme: Meat & Blood Text: Matthew 26:26-30   Introduction: Maundy Thursday reveals two things one is commandment and the other is covenant. Maundy means commandment. Commandment Thursday, Holy Thursday, green Thursday in Germany (ref: Britannica).  The Commandment is “to Love and ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Setting The Stage For The Spirit Of God-1 Series

    Contributed by Byron Sherman on Feb 9, 2005
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     | 4,009 views

    How do Jesus’ prior acts prepare us for what the Spirit will do in His physical absence? 8 ways in which the Stage is Set for the Spirit of God

    SETTING THE STAGE FOR THE SPIRIT OF GOD—Acts 1:1-3 Luke recorded for Theophilus an account of Jesus earthly acts/ministry. There is an account of Jesus’ acts which precedes the acts recorded in this account. How do Jesus’ prior acts prepare us for what the Spirit will do in His ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Voice Crying In The Wilderness Series

    Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Oct 1, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 12,076 views

    1) The Person (Mark 1:1), 2) Prophecy (Mark 1:2), 3) Practice (Mark 1:4), 4) People (Mark 1:5), 5) Poverty (Mark 1:6) & 6) The Prediction by the Herald (Mark 1:7, 8)

    Whether officially or by action, people take leadership of differing faith communities. The late Mother Teresa became the leader of a group of nuns in Calcutta India. Her piety and devotion, gained her a world wide voice for her cause. The Dali Lama, is the spiritual leader of Buddhism. People the ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    Heading To Another Room

    Contributed by Joe Rowland on Feb 12, 2009
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     | 3,317 views

    God wants us to take us as believers to new levels in Him. How high do you want to go?

    Heading To Another Room 1 Corinthians 10:1-11 1 Moreover, brethren, I would not that ye should be ignorant, how that all our fathers were under the cloud, and all passed through the sea; 2 And were all baptized unto Moses in the cloud and in the sea; 3 And did all eat the same spiritual meat; 4 ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Christmas Is Coming To Town!

    Contributed by Jofrey Bustamante on Dec 9, 2009
    based on 5 ratings
     | 7,294 views

    Preparations necessary for Christmas celebrations.

    Introduction: A pastor received a Christmas card with a note in it, from a lady in his congregation. He said she was very complimentary about his preaching and compared him with Chuck Swindoll. She finished by writing, "I think you are one of the really great preachers of all time." Later that day, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Man And His Message Series

    Contributed by John Lowe on Jun 22, 2017
     | 11,097 views

    Confessing sin is more than just speaking words; it may involve a broken heart. The mature Christian and those living close to God, recognize that their sin is degrading and offensive to a Holy God. Deep sorrow will flow from the heart when sin is confe

    -AD 25-27- Judean Wilderness The Man and His Message (Isaiah 40:3) Matthew 3:2-12, Mark 1:2-8, Luke 3:3-14 All four Gospels quote Isaiah 40:3, and they assign it to John the Baptist, therefore I will accept their testimony. John the Baptist would fulfill this prophetic verse. A voice of one ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    In The Fullness Of Time

    Contributed by Dennis Selfridge on Dec 23, 2010
    based on 3 ratings
     | 11,980 views

    Jesus came at the right time

    Galatians 4:1-7 One man sent his parents a microwave oven one Christmas. Here's how he recalls the experience: "They were excited that now they, too, could be a part of the instant generation. When Dad unpacked the microwave and plugged it in, literally within seconds, the microwave ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    Our Sufficiency Is Of God

    Contributed by Ken Crow on Sep 21, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 9,917 views

    This is a message that was to a young miniters class in our church.

    Our Sufficiency Is Of God Pastor Ken Crow 2 Corinthians 3:5-6 (King James Version) 5Not that we are sufficient of ourselves to think any thing as of ourselves; but our sufficiency is of God; 6Who also hath made us able ministers of the new testament; not of the letter, but of the spirit: for the ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God