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  • John Williams III avatar

    The Meaning Of The Cross Is Bittersweet

    Contributed by John Williams Iii on Mar 19, 2003
    based on 79 ratings
     | 7,167 views

    For Jesus, there is no such thing as a crown without a cross! The meaning of the cross is bittersweet!

    THE MEANING OF THE CROSS IS BITTERSWEET Text: Mark 8:31-38 "A girl reportedly came up to Dwight L. moody after one of his evangelistic meetings and said, "I felt that God was calling me to go to the mission field tonight." Moody asked her, "How did you reply to that?" "No, ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Walls Do Fall Down

    Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Dec 31, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,785 views

    Some of God’s blessings are unconditional, and some require that we meet certain conditions.

    God in the City Series Walls Do Fall Down June 8, 2008 FBC, Chester Mike Fogerson, Pastor Introduction A We’ve seen Rahab’s faith, & today we’ll see the faith of a nation. 1 Not just ancient history-it’s about your ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Goal Line Stands

    Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Nov 26, 2007
     | 2,646 views

    if we’re going to find fulfillment, peace, or satisfaction, it’s by aligning ourselves with God’s purposes and living intentionally that way.

    Goal Line Stands Philippians 3:10-16 October 7, 2007 I believe the apostle Paul would have been one of the biggest fans of ESPN if it was around in the days of the early church. There are a number of scriptures in which he uses sports analogies, and this is one of them. As I read this passage I ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Faith’s Persective Series

    Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Oct 3, 2022
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,777 views

    People of faith place their hope for the future in the promises of God. The things hoped for, though not yet seen, control the life of a person of faith.

    HEBREWS 11: 13-16 FAITH’S PERSECTIVE / SEEKING A BETTER HOMELAND [Revelations 21: 1-7] There is a story about an extremely RICH MAN who was determined to take it all with him when he died. He prayed and prayed until finally the Lord gave in to his prayer request. The only condition was that ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    5th Sunday In Lent, Year C. Series

    Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Mar 27, 2022
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     | 5,306 views

    April 6th, 2025.

    Isaiah 43:16-21, Psalm 126, Philippians 3:4-14, John 12:1-8. A). GOD IS DOING A NEW THING. Isaiah 43:16-21. Isaiah reminds us of how the Sovereign LORD had opened the Red Sea, and made a path through the Jordan (Isaiah 43:16-17). Yet the Prophet is only looking back in order to look forward: ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Hurts Heal

    Contributed by Bruce Lee on May 28, 2025
     | 357 views

    It is humbling to be part of this community of faith. To be pastor of a really great church, a growing church.

    Hurts Heal “But we have this treasure in jars of clay to show that this all-surpassing power is from God and not from us. 8 We are hard pressed on every side, but not crushed; perplexed, but not in despair; 9 persecuted, but not abandoned; struck down, but not destroyed. 10 We always carry around ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Boot Camp

    Contributed by John Williams Iii on Jun 15, 2011
     | 7,331 views

    Using the Boot Camp metaphor would lend itself to Moses being a leader ----much like a drill sergeant. In this episode Moses encountered the unhappy campers in the their exodus from Egyptian captivity.

    BOOT CAMP Text: Exodus 17:1- 7 Anyone who was ever in the military is familiar what with the term Boot Camp. When a veteran hears the term Boot Camp, they can recall not only the branch of service that they were in, but also how intense the training was for them when they ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Advancing In The Midst Of Opposition

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 29, 2025
     | 321 views

    Many people quit their assignments at the sign of resistance. However, divine purpose attracts both favour and warfare.

    ADVANCING IN THE MIDST OF OPPOSITION By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Nehemiah 4:1-21 Supporting Texts: Isaiah 54:17, 2 Corinthians 4:8-9, Romans 8:31, Psalm 27:1-3, Exodus 14:13-15 INTRODUCTION: Life's journey is often filled with resistance, but those who are determined to advance cannot ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Back To The Future Series

    Contributed by Mike Gilbert on Jul 19, 2008
    based on 20 ratings
     | 22,455 views

    Final message at a church...helping people focus on the future.

    INTRO>In 1985, Michael J. Fox, played the part of teenager Marty McFly, and Christopher Lloyd starred as Dr. Emmit Brown, a weird scientist who invented a time machine placed inside a remodeled DeLourian. Produced by Stephen Spielberg, “Back To the Future,” won the oscars for best effects and best ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Not Progressing Is Regressing

    Contributed by Victor Yap on Jan 24, 2009
     | 6,398 views

    Paul, Pt. 20

    NOT PROGRESSING IS REGRESSING (PHIL. 3:12-14) Time and tide waits for no man. Can you imagine using the typewriter to type your paper today? How about typing a dissertation over a hundred pages thick? Times were we had to use “white out” in liquid or paper form, embarrassingly leaving blotches ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Fr Mund Cargill Thompson avatar

    The Fragrance Of Love Series

    Contributed by Fr Mund Cargill Thompson on Apr 4, 2025
    based on 4 ratings
     | 1,919 views

    Is our worship "bland blah-de-blah" or "love untamed, worship unashamed"

    If you enter St Barnabas Church in Jehricho North Oxford you may be struck by the beautiful cut-glass mural on the left (north) side of the nave. It depicts many important saints, martyrs and angels of the Christian tradition, with the words of the Te Deum Laudamus underneath. It is absolutely ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    Turn Off The Lights And Sirens-- Minister Where You Are Series

    Contributed by David Wilson on Oct 20, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,387 views

    Jesus takes the time to minister with the woman who touches his robe-- rather than rushing on his emergency mission

    Mark 5:21-43 Following the deliverance ministry in Gadara, Jesus crosses by boat over to the other side of the lake and there once again Mark demonstrates that his gospel is focused on action as he describes the press of the crowd around Jesus. The action is vividly told as the synagogue leader, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Keeping New Years Simple Series

    Contributed by John Dixon on Jan 24, 2016
     | 5,264 views

    Develop a Positive Attitude Toward The Church

    PHILIPPIANS 3:3 -16 (NASB) 3 Finally, my brethren, rejoice in the Lord. To write the same things again is no trouble to me, and it is a safeguard for you. 2 Beware of the dogs, beware of the evil workers, beware of the false circumcision; 3 for we are the true circumcision, who worship in the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    Pursue The Prize Series

    Contributed by C. Philip Green on Apr 6, 2016
    based on 1 rating
     | 11,203 views

    If you want to be fully and completely like Christ, then look ahead to Christ, the goal; look around for positive examples, and look up to heaven.

    A customs officer observes a truck pulling up at the border. Suspicious, he orders the driver out and searches the vehicle. He pulls off the panels, bumpers, and wheel cases but doesn’t find a single scrap of contraband. He is still suspicious, but doesn’t know where else to search, so ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    Rich, Rude & Foolish

    Contributed by Rick Boyne on Sep 26, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,043 views

    We should always treat others with kindness and respect.

    Rich, Rude & Foolish September 25, 2011 Evening Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: We should always treat others with kindness and respect. Focus Passage: I Samuel 25:1-13 Supplemental Passage: Do nothing from selfishness or empty conceit, but with humility ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist