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  • Charlie Roberts avatar

    "Relationship, Relationship, Relationship"

    Contributed by Charlie Roberts on Mar 17, 2015
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     | 25,497 views

    When we live to know God’s ways and to know God more... He pours out His favor into our lives, through our relationship we have with His Son Jesus...

    "RELATIONSHIP..RELATIONSHIP...RELATIONSHIP" Illus. When the 1960s ended, San Francisco’s Haight-Ashbury district reverted to high rent, and many hippies moved down the coast to Santa Cruz. They had children and got married, too, though in no particular sequence. But they didn’t name ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    God Is Our Refuge

    Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Mar 18, 2015
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     | 10,435 views

    To show that GOD is our refuge and we trust in Him and we can safely pour out our hearts upon Him.

    I. EXORDIUM: How well you trust GOD? With my whole life and all that is within me. II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that GOD is our refuge and we trust in Him and we can safely pour out our hearts upon Him. IV. TEXT: Psalms 62:8 (Amplified Bible) 62:8 Trust in, lean ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Parable Of The Lost Son - Part 1 Series

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Mar 21, 2015
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     | 7,237 views

    The parable of the lost younger son in Luke 15:11-16 teaches us about the consequences of sin.

    Scripture We are studying chapter 15 in The Gospel of Luke. It is a marvelous chapter as Jesus explained the good news of salvation in the parable of the lost sheep, lost coin, and lost son. William Barclay says, “There is no chapter of the New Testament so well known and so dearly loved as ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    God's Longings For Your Life #2: Relationship Series

    Contributed by Rick Crandall on Mar 23, 2015
     | 4,714 views

    God wants to have a relationship with us, and we know this: 1. By the Lord's witness to us (vs. 15). 2. By the Lord's work in our lives (vs. 16). 3. By the Lord's willingness for forget our sins (vs. 17).

    God's Longings for Your Life #2: Relationship Hebrews 10:15-17, John 14:16-23, John 16:5-11, Romans 3:19-26 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - Sept. 7, 2014 BACKGROUND: *We are taking a look at some of God's greatest desires for our lives, and last Sunday we started with God's ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Freedom Through Bondage

    Contributed by David Hersey on Mar 25, 2015
     | 6,681 views

    We have freedom in Christ. We are also bondservants of Christ. This sermon expounds on the principle of freedom through bondage.

    Freedom Through Bondage There is a growing belief among many in the Lord's church that our freedom in Christ equates to freedom to live as we see fit. The belief that strict obedience to God's will is unnecessary is gaining an ever increasing following. I have had discussions with ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Choosing A Church

    Contributed by David Hersey on Mar 27, 2015
     | 3,439 views

    We must choose the Lord's church. There is only one. And that's the one we need to be a part of. We need to choose correctly and wisely. The choices we make in life are going to effect us the rest of our lives on earth and in the eternal hereafter.

    Choosing a Church The Christian Chronicle has recently reported that the number of Church of Christ adherents (members and their unbaptized children) continues to decline. Since 2003, the number is down 102,000 or 6.2%. During the same time, the number of congregations fell by 708, or ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Growing Stronger Through Worship Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Mar 30, 2015
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     | 10,180 views

    In this sermon, we focus on three important questions about worship. What is worship? Why do we worship? And when and where do we worship?

    Introduction: A. I enjoying listening to children talk and explain things. Sometimes their insights are very perceptive, other times they are just so funny. 1. Here are some children’s responses when asked to quote the Lord’s Prayer: a. Our Father, who are in heaven. Hello! What ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    I Saw Esau

    Contributed by John Lowe on Apr 1, 2015
    based on 1 rating
     | 8,746 views

    I don’t understand why God loves Tom Lowe and puts up with me, but believe me, I am thankful that He does.

    I SAW ESAU Obadiah 1:1-1:6 1 The vision of Obadiah. Thus says the Lord GOD concerning Edom: We have heard tidings from the Lord, and a messenger has been sent among the nations: “Rise up! let us rise against her for battle!” 2 Behold, I will make you small among the nations, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    God's Works Manifested In Us

    Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Apr 4, 2015
     | 4,465 views

    To show that even in evil, GOD can show or manifest Himself in Power.

    I. EXORDIUM: Are GOD's works manifested in you? Always. We don't have money but GOD richly provided and liberally supplied our daily needs. Philippians 4:19 (Amplified Bible) 4:19 And my God will liberally supply (fill to the full) your every need according to His riches in glory in Christ ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Money Talks Series

    Contributed by Buffy Cook on Apr 5, 2015
     | 6,487 views

    "For Dummies" books are a raging success! Why? Full of practical wisdom and simple "How To's" Wouldn't a "Christianity for Dummies," a book full of practical wisdom & simple How Tos on how to live out our faith, be great? James & this series is JUST THAT

    Christianity For Dummies: Money Talks James 5:1-6 I. Introduction A. Did ya'll hear about the groom who approached the pastor during the wedding rehearsal, with an unusual offer? "Look, I'll give you $100 if you'll change the wedding vows. When you get to the part where I'm supposed to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Fully Realized Forgiveness...the Test Of Love-1

    Contributed by Byron Sherman on Apr 9, 2015
     | 3,120 views

    1 of 5. Jesus called Simon the Pharisee to task regarding two demonstrations of love. Fully Realized is reflected in a reciprocal/proportional appreciation. But Where/How is it tested? Realized Forgiveness is tested in the crucible of...

    FULLY REALIZED FORGIVENESS...The TEST of LOVE/Trust-I— Luke 7:36-50 Attention: In chemistry classes, we were sometimes required to grind up & heat a substance in a crucible—a small heat resistant ceramic bowl with a pestle. The substance we were given was unknown to us. We were ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Freddy Fritz avatar

    The Parable Of The Dishonest Manager Series

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Apr 11, 2015
    based on 1 rating
     | 11,042 views

    The parable of the dishonest manager in Luke 16:1-13 teaches us about the proper attitude toward possessions.

    Scripture For the past few weeks we have been studying chapter 15 in The Gospel of Luke. Today we begin studying chapter 16. Luke turned his attention from God’s joy over finding lost sinners to another issue of Christian discipleship: possessions. Luke began chapter 16 with the parable of ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    His Character - Our Calling

    Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Apr 13, 2015
     | 7,075 views

    A sermon to emphasis the importance of holiness.

    "His Character -- Our Calling" 1 Peter 1:13-16 1 Peter 1:13 Wherefore gird up the loins of your mind, be sober, and hope to the end for the grace that is to be brought unto you at the revelation of Jesus Christ; 14 As obedient children, not fashioning yourselves according to the former lusts ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    What Do You Have? Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jan 14, 2018
    based on 6 ratings
     | 55,086 views

    Peter said to the lame man "such as I have give I thee". What did he have to offer that made the difference that day, and what do WE have that can make the difference today?

    Years ago, I learned this cute little camp song. If you know it, sing along with me. “Peter and John went to pray – they met a lame man on the way He held out his palm and asked for an alm – and this is what Peter did say 'Silver and gold have I none, but such as I have give I thee In the name of ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Hot Buttons Series

    Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Jan 22, 2018
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,301 views

    Say certain things and you will hit people's "hot button" causing them to quickly react emotionally! Preachers in the Bible had a habit of hitting people's hot buttons. When they did, they were presented with a choice between God's way or man's way.

    Hot Buttons Series: Acts Chuck Sligh January 21, 2018 NOTE: A PowerPoint presentation is available for this sermon by request at chucksligh@hotmail.com. TEXT: Acts 22:17-24 - "And it came to pass, that, when I was come again to Jerusalem, even while I prayed in the temple, I was in a trance; 18 ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist