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  • matthew atkins avatar

    Who Do You Say That I Am?

    Contributed by Matthew Atkins on May 5, 2005
    based on 54 ratings
     | 14,665 views

    The central question in life, in the church, in every circumstance is - "Who do we say that Jesus is."

    According to Hegessipus, an early Christian historian - Peter, having been urged to flee by the Christians in Rome, was on his way out of that violent city, when he saw a vision of Jesus. Peter asked the Lord where He was going and the Lord told him that He was on His way to be crucified again. ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

  • K. Edward Skidmore avatar

    From Broke To Oak

    Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on Apr 12, 2006
    based on 44 ratings
     | 7,495 views

    From the Gadarine Demoniac we learn how much Jesus cared about broken people by observing his attitude and his actions. We can also learn what our own responsibilities are towards these same downtrodden folk.

    FROM BROKE TO OAK (Ideas from DISCIPLESHIP MAGAZINE: Dan S. Baty “No Hopeless Cases) Castle Hills Christian Ch. 04-28-2002 Isaiah 61: 1-3; Mark 5:1-20 Scripture reading: Isaiah 61:1-3 Introduction: Although I generally take Monday’s off, I arrived at the office one recent Monday, and before I ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Weapons Of War

    Contributed by Ron Hietsch on Dec 19, 2005
    based on 7 ratings
     | 5,249 views

    The battle is spiritual -- it is against the devil and, his hordes of demons, the powers of darkness and sin. We will all be tested -- everyone of us marked with the sign of the cross and confessing Jesus Christ as Lord are ENEMIES of the devil.

    One of my favorite movies is “The Godfather” by Mario Puzo. This movie, about a family involved in organized crime,contains some very powerful lessons about the twisted thinking of those whose lives are controlled by Satan. One memorable scene shows a meeting called to make peace after a war ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Teddy Walker avatar

    Desperation,the Birth Place For A Miracle

    Contributed by Teddy Walker on May 20, 2010
    based on 8 ratings
     | 11,596 views

    When we get desperate for God, things will happen.

    Mark 2:1-12 1And again he entered into Capernaum, after some days; and it was noised that he was in the house. 2 And straightway many were gathered together, insomuch that there was no room to receive them, no, not so much as about the door: and he preached the word unto them. 3 And they come unto ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Death Of Deliverance-1

    Contributed by Byron Sherman on Mar 29, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,057 views

    Part 1 of a 2-part sermon. Mark related/described the chain of events surrounding Jesus’ death. Certain events transpired in bringing about the death of our Deliverance. But when does Deliverance die? 5 assumptions ensuring the death of Deliverance.

    The DEATH of DELIVERANCE-I—Mark 15:1-47 Need: To grasp the significance of Jesus’ death on the cross & thus to wrest the Easter season from the confines of secular thinking. Mk. 9:30-32—“Then they departed from there & passed through Galilee, & He did not want anyone to know it. For He taught ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    #60 Don’t Quit! Series

    Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Feb 6, 2022
     | 4,844 views

    During the betrayal and arrest of Jesus is the odd story of a man who was in a linen cloth whose garment was torn from him and he ran into the night naked. What’s THAT all about? This sermon tells us the story of a failure turned success named John Mark.

    #60 Don’t Quit! Series: Mark Chuck Sligh February 6, 2022 NOTE: A PowerPoint presentation is available for this sermon by request at chucksligh@hotmail.com. Please mention the title of the sermon and the Bible text to help me find the sermon in my archives. This sermon is adapted from a sermon by ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Timothy Proctor Sr. D. Min avatar

    Healed In Spite Of It All

    Contributed by Timothy Proctor Sr. D. Min on Mar 14, 2002
    based on 174 ratings
     | 12,881 views

    Sometimes it is us who hold back our blessing, we let everybody else tell us what we can have or what we cannot have. If it is something that you really want, you should not let anyone come between you and your blessing.

    Intro: This story start off with one of the ruler of the synagogue, Jairus by name; who came to Jesus for help. His daughter was dying and he wanted Jesus to come and lay His hands on his daughter so she could be healed. Jesus went with him and many of the people followed Him, and pressed around ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    Why Are You Sleeping?

    Contributed by Rich O' Toole on Dec 14, 2023
     | 1,587 views

    Jesus and His Disciples were in the Garden of Gethsemane

    Why Are You Sleeping? Mark 14:32-42 Good morning, Happy New Year. I hope you enjoyed time with loved ones for the Christmas holiday, and I hope you took time to truly be thankful to the Lord for how good He is to all of us. King Solomon asked in Proverbs 6:9 How long will you slumber, O ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Wanting What He Wills

    Contributed by Brian Bill on Feb 17, 2018
    based on 2 ratings
     | 16,637 views

    A sermon plumbing the depths of Jesus' agony in the Garden of Gethsemane.

    One of my favorite scenes from the Andy Griffith show is when Barney Fife fights hard to stay awake during a sermon. Have you ever tried to pray but went astray because you fell asleep? Have you ever had a hard time staying awake in church? I can’t imagine that ever happening here! During our ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Journey From Brokenness To Wholeness Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 23, 2025
     | 356 views

    The woman with the issue of blood teaches us that no matter how long an issue persists, one encounter with Jesus can end it completely.

    A JOURNEY FROM BROKENNESS TO WHOLENESS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Mark 5:25-34 Supporting Texts: Matthew 9:20-22; Luke 8:43-48; Isaiah 53:4-5; Hebrews 11:6 INTRODUCTION: The story of the woman with the issue of blood is one of the most powerful portraits of faith, desperation, healing, ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Thicker Than Blood

    Contributed by Jerry Flury on Mar 10, 2002
    based on 26 ratings
     | 8,604 views

    A study in a love for parents

    Introduction: Jesus Christ had returned home to Capernaum. Upon His arrival, a great crowd gathered which was so dense that no one could get through the doorways of the house where He was. The crowd interfered so badly that Christ and his disciples could not even eat bread. The friends or ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Ain't No Other Man Series

    Contributed by Antonio Torrence on Sep 17, 2006
    based on 19 ratings
     | 8,888 views

    This lesson is about our faith in the Christological nature of Jesus.

    Mark 8:28 Sermon Series: The gospel according to Billboard #9: “Ain’t No other Man" This is the season of epiphany where we are concern with the revelation of God to the world in Jesus Christ. This is the season where we highlight Jesus teachings, miracles, and evangelism to the lost of his ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Knowing And Having The Mind Of Christ PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 27, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 885 views

    Explore and understand the power of faith in Jesus, the depth of His compassion, and the magnitude of His authority.

    Good morning, brothers and sisters. Today, we're going to be diving into an exciting passage from the Gospel of Mark, Chapter 5, verses 20-43, and we'll be exploring three key themes that are core to our faith: the power of faith in Jesus, the compassion of Jesus, and the authority of Jesus. These ...read more

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    Men Walking As Trees PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,298 views

    Explore the power of faith, the blindness of unbelief, and the strength of a faith walk.

    Good morning, family! Today, we're going to delve into the heart of Mark 8:22-25, exploring the power of faith, the blindness of unbelief, and the strength of a faith walk. There's a quote from Charles Spurgeon that I believe sums up these themes perfectly. He once said, "Faith obliterates time, ...read more

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    Nothing Changes If Nothing Changes

    Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Aug 11, 2011
    based on 14 ratings
     | 52,893 views

    Nothing changes is Nothing changes, its time to make a change in the right direction. Cast all your care on Him for he careth for you and become a new creature in Christ Jesus.

    “Nothing Changes if Nothing Changes” By Pastor M.L. Maughmer, Jr. Ecclesiastes 3:1-8 says “To every [thing there is] a season, and a time to every purpose under the heaven: A time to be born, and a time to die; a time to plant, and a time to pluck up [that which is] planted; A ...read more

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    Denomination: Apostolic