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  • Thomas Swope avatar

    The Marriage From H E Double L Series

    Contributed by Thomas Swope on Jan 16, 2015
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    A study of the book of Revelation chapter 17 verses 1 through 18

    Revelation 17: 1 – 18 The Marriage From H E Double L 1 Then one of the seven angels who had the seven bowls came and talked with me, saying to me, “Come, I will show you the judgment of the great harlot who sits on many waters, 2 with whom the kings of the earth committed fornication, ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

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    The Choice To Rejoice

    Contributed by Norman Lawrence on Sep 9, 2001
    based on 84 ratings
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    Message focuses on Paul’s letter to the Philippians, and the theme of Rejoicing In The Lord throughout the letter.

    THE CHOICE TO REJOICE Philip. 4:4 Rejoice in the Lord alway: and again I say, Rejoice. I. REJOICE IN THE WORD a. The Powerful Word b. The Planted Word II. REJOICE IN SERVICE a. Sacrificial Service b. Single-Minded Service III. REJOICE IN THE LORD a. Rejoice Always b. Rejoice ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Answering Our Culture #7: Christians Are Judgemental, Intolerant, & Hypocri Series

    Contributed by Brian La Croix on Oct 26, 2002
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    Seventh in the series answering objections against Christianity; this one deals with the charges against Christians: judgmental, intolerant, and hypocritical.

    Answering Our Culture #7 – Christians are Judgmental and Intolerant; There Are Too Many Hypocrites.” Various Scriptures September 8, 2002 Introduction This is the seventh message in our series outlining the Top 10 Reasons to not be a Christian. We have looked at such things as the ideas that the ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    The Parable Of The Wedding Garment Series

    Contributed by Owen Bourgaize on Jul 29, 2003
    based on 53 ratings
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    A personal account of a Garden Party at Buckingham Palace illustrating Jesus’ parable of the Wedding Garment.

    My message is a reflection on the combination of a parable (Matt 22:1-14) and a rather special visit to Buckingham Palace which I trust will act as an illustration. When I partially retired I was asked to take on the task of the honorary treasurer of Welfare Service Charity. I found it quite ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Irresistible To God Series

    Contributed by Stephen Colaw on Nov 10, 2007
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    Part 2 - God cannot resist true humility in his children.

    A couple of weeks ago, as I was finishing our teaching on the life of Moses, I told you that I have a weakness for heroes. A part of what makes heroes so attractive is their rugged independence. They just don’t need anyone else…however, that’s really not a strength. In fact I need to learn how ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    Loving The Bretheren 2 Series

    Contributed by Dan Cormie on Jan 18, 2005
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    A Series on the Family of Faith inspired by the "Purpose Driven Life" by Rick Warren.

    16, May 2004 Dakota Community Church Love in the Family of God Part Two: Loving the Brethren – B. Opening Illustration: What is the church? Russ Blowers is a minister who is active in his local Indianapolis Rotary club. At club meetings each week a member gives a brief statement about his job. ...read more

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    Denomination: Mennonite

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    Its Time To Be Ready The King Is Comming

    Contributed by Mark Holdcroft on Feb 23, 2003
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    When Jesus moves in reviving power, He first cleanses the temple and removes the fruitless. Only the humble and watchful will survive.

    Its time to be ready, the King is coming. Its about 30 AD. The place is Jerusalem. It is the month of Nissan and the sun is sweltering overhead. There is a large crowd gathering along the dusty highway and your peer over the heads of the people in front of you. The crowd is shouting Hallelujah ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Billy Graham's Evangelism Plan

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jan 19, 2004
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    Billy Graham’s biblical plan for salvation has been used of God to lead millions to Christ. Here are the four steps to peace with God that need to be utilized by us all. In June of 2004, at the age of 85, Billy Graham will conduct another evangelistic cru

    Steps to Peace with God (Billy Graham Evangelistic Association) Step 1 - RECOGNIZE God’s Plan for Your Life God’s Purpose: Peace and Life God loves you and wants you to experience peace and life -- abundant and eternal. The Bible says ... "We have peace with God through our Lord Jesus ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Seven Deadly Sins: Sloth Series

    Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Aug 20, 2007
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     | 18,177 views

    Focuses on the sin of Sloth

    The Seven Deadly Sins Part 6: Sloth Scripture: Proverbs 6:6-9; 10:26; 13:4; 20:4; 26:14-16; Ecclesiastes 10:18 Matthew 25:26,30 Introduction This is part six of the “Seven Deadly Sins”. This morning we will cover several scriptures that will hopefully give you a good idea ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • David Moore avatar

    A Supper For Sinners Series

    Contributed by David Moore on Mar 26, 2010
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    To show the Lord's love for sinners.

    A Supper for Sinners Text: Mark 2:13-17. Introduction: Have you ever been to some social function, perhaps a wedding reception or anniversary meal or something of that nature where all the guests don’t quite click? Many years ago I was officiating alongside another Pastor at a wedding in ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • David Moore avatar

    The Feast Of Unleavened Bread Series

    Contributed by David Moore on Jul 26, 2010
    based on 16 ratings
     | 24,835 views

    This sermon highlights the feast of unleavened bread showing how it relates to the burial of Christ, and how believers should seek to remove the leaven of sin from our lives.

    Unleavened Bread Aim: To expound on the Passover and show how Christ is our Passover Text: Leviticus 23:6; Exodus 12:15-17 Introduction: We come now to the second of Israel’s seven feasts. You will recall that the first four, Passover, Unleavened Bread, First Fruits and Pentecost are ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Truth Vs Error Series

    Contributed by C Vincent on Oct 18, 2009
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    Our world view effects what we believe and our actions in life. What do we really believe? And does it line up with scripture?

    Truth V’s Error JCC 04.10.09 am 2 Corinthians 10:3–5: “For though we walk in the flesh, we do not war according to the flesh. For the weapons of our warfare are not carnal but mighty in God for pulling down strongholds, casting down arguments and every high thing that exalts itself against the ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Chris Surber avatar

    Love Without Walls

    Contributed by Chris Surber on Aug 27, 2008
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    Let us be a people of increasing commitment to sharing the love of God with one another and sharing the love of Christ without walls.

    Love Without Walls, Romans 12:9-21 Introduction An escaped prisoner in the Civil War wandered for many days and nights, seeking the Union lines. At last, in the dusk of the early twilight, he came to a camp which he supposed belonged to the Confederates. Before he knew it he was surrounded by the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

  • Dale Pilgrim avatar

    Blueprints For Life: Building On The Foundation Of Christ (Father's Day)

    Contributed by Dale Pilgrim on Jun 21, 2009
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    We need to get the family back on track and to do that fathers have to rise up to the challenge to be the men of God they need to be for their families, communities and churches

    When I say, “It’s time to build” you automatically have a picture in your mind of what that means. Some people thought of construction and things along the lines of assembling materials and putting up a structure. Others probably thought about strengthening our church. Some may have moved to the ...read more

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    Denomination: Salvation Army

  • Ajai Prakash avatar

    Dare To Take A Stand! Series

    Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Jul 17, 2008
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    As Christians, we need to take a stand for God. It’s not always easy. During GOOD TIMES – When things are going right - We get complacent. During BAD TIMES – When everything seems to be going wrong – We get discouraged … blame God … look to ourselves for

    Opening illustration: In her famous book and film, “The Hiding Place” Corrie ten Boom tells the story of a Dutch Christian family, her family, who had a heart for the Jewish people. Her grandfather Wilhelm started a weekly prayer group in 1844 in the city of Haarlem, near Amsterdam for the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational