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  • David Leach avatar

    Treasure Of God- Buried

    Contributed by David Leach on Jan 3, 2014
     | 4,835 views

    To know God well is the greatest treasure of life, but this treasure isn’t on the surface and found by intellect, it’s deeper and only found by our spirit.

    To know God well is the greatest treasure of life, but this treasure isn’t on the surface and found by intellect, it’s deeper and only found by our spirit Col 2:2-3 ...That they may know the mystery of God, namely, Christ, in whom are NIV hidden all the treasures of ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Our Present Sufferings Series

    Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Jan 3, 2014
    based on 84 ratings
     | 46,564 views

    Paul tells us why we must not let our present suffering get us down. 1- We recognize that suffering is a part of this world 2- We relish our hope of something better 3- We receive help for our weaknesses

    INTRO.- Our present sufferings. ILL.- An old man goes to his doctor and says, "I don't think my wife's hearing is as good as it used to be. What should I do?" The doctor replies, "Try this test to find out for sure. When your wife is in the kitchen doing dishes, stand 15 feet behind her and ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Prudence Of God's Servant Series

    Contributed by Kevin L. Jones on Jan 5, 2014
    based on 63 ratings
     | 55,453 views

    A sermon examining the work of Jesus Christ.

    THE GOSPEL ACCORDING TO ISAIAH A study of Isaiah 53 “The Prudence Of God’s Servant” Concerning Isaian 53, Adam Clarke said “This chapter foretells the sufferings of the Messiah, the end for which he was to die, and the advantages resulting to mankind from that illustrious event…. This chapter ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • William R. Nabaza avatar

    Moses's Family

    Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Dec 6, 2014
     | 5,556 views

    To show that we need to be humble or humble ourselves in the sight of GOD so He can lift us up and receive more of His Grace.

    I. EXORDIUM: Are you proud or humble? Did you came from a well-known family? How about your family in heaven? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that we need to be humble or humble ourselves in the sight of GOD so He can lift us up and receive more of His Grace. IV. ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    When The King Of Kings Bent His Knees

    Contributed by Ricky Taylor on Dec 13, 2014
    based on 5 ratings
     | 18,846 views

    The day the Lord of the universe knelt and washed feet like a servant...

    WHEN THE KING OF KINGS BENT HIS KNEES John 13:1, “It was just before the Passover Festival. Jesus knew that the hour had come for him to leave this world and go to the Father. Having loved his own who were in the world, he loved them to the end. 2 The evening meal was in progress, and the ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    How To Defeat Our Enemies?

    Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Dec 14, 2014
     | 5,681 views

    To show that we can defeat our enemies by: (1) by not being afraid of them, and (2) remembering GOD in our lives according to this verse.

    I. EXORDIUM: How to defeat our enemies? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that we can defeat our enemies by: (1) by not being afraid of them, and (2) remembering GOD in our lives according to this verse. IV. TEXT: Deuteronomy 7:18 (Amplified Bible) 7:18 You shall not ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    What Would Christmas Be...with Out Christ?

    Contributed by Charlie Roberts on Dec 14, 2014
    based on 8 ratings
     | 9,984 views

    If Jesus had never been born…how would we be affected, for one thing... groups wouldn't be threatening to sue over the phrase of Merry Christmas and replacing it with happy holidays... Because there would be NO CHRISTMAS..NO JOY...And NO HOPE EITHER!

    *before you read any further...I want to acknowledge that the outline of this sermon is from John Gastons sermon "What if Jesus had never been born" It's a great word and one that can be adapted to everyone's personal preferences as I have I believe it is one that every pastor should ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Ten Commandments - Are They For Now?

    Contributed by Graham Kettle on Oct 14, 2014
     | 4,263 views

    We hear about the 10 Commandments. In Jesus’ day Jews had to obey these and 600+ rules. But in these days, we don't like to hear about what we should or shouldn't do. So, Christian - can you dump them as many are preaching? Grace vs Law - who wins?

    We are used to hearing about the 10 Commandments. The Jews of Jesus’ day had to obey these plus over 600 more rules. In these days, we do not like to hear about what we should or should not do. We do not like being told, “Do this,” or, “Don’t do that.” Have you ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Worldwide Evangelism Series

    Contributed by Mark Hall on Oct 19, 2014
     | 7,620 views

    Christ prophecy that the Gospel will be preached in all the world

    THE BEGINNING OF WHAT IS TO COME: WORLD EVANGELISM If you will open your Bible, I ask that you turn with me to Matthew 24:14. Matthew 24 is one of the most unique chapters in the entire New Testament. In this chapter Jesus gives us a picture of what the world would look like in the final days ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    The Tenants Series

    Contributed by Scott Bayles on Oct 21, 2014
     | 11,094 views

    The fifth in a series on the Parables of Jesus, this four-point expository sermon explores the parable of vineyard tenants, focusing on the property, patience, persistence and punishment of God.

    PARABLES OF JESUS ǀ THE TENANTS Scott Bayles, pastor Blooming Grove Christian Church: 3/2/14 Most of us are pretty familiar with product warning labels. It seems like almost everything has a warning label on it today. I recently came across some actual warning labels that really make you ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

  • Byron Sherman avatar

    Safeguarding The Good Life-2 Series

    Contributed by Byron Sherman on Oct 6, 2015
     | 3,188 views

    2 of 3. Joshua prepared the children of Israel for entrance into the promised land. God's people must be prepared to enter the good/abundant life. But How can they safeguard it? The Good Life is Safeguarded at/by/thru...

    SAFEGUARDING The GOOD LIFE-II—Joshua 3:1-6 Good Life/Well/Abundant Attention: Hurricane Joaquin brought upwards of 20 inches of rain to Columbia, SC in Saturday & Sunday Oct. 4-5, 2015. It was the worst flooding in Columbia’s history. The Congaree River, which runs thru Columbia, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Just Like Us (Part Four)

    Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Mar 3, 2019
     | 7,447 views

    Last week we looked at Samson. Samson was physically strong but in some ways he was spiritually weak. We, too can be strong in some areas but weak in others. Today, we'll look at Elijah. He was bold and courageous...well, most of the time.

    JUST LIKE US (part four) Last week we looked at the example of Samson. When Samson was born he was given a special Nazirite vow. He couldn't drink alcohol or even grape juice. And he couldn't cut his hair. These conditions were to indicate that he would be noticeably set apart for a ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Dennis Davidson avatar

    Abiding In The Truth Series

    Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Dec 9, 2012
    based on 17 ratings
     | 29,266 views

    Our passage speak about abiding in Christ. To abide in Christ is to abide in His Word & way. As we abide in His Word & way the Holy Spirit teaches us & molds us into the image of God’s Son. Abiding in Christ is the practice of righteous, which is the w

    1 JOHN 2: 24-29 ABIDING IN THE TRUTH [John 15: 1-11] We reveal our value of Jesus Christ by the degree to which we allow the life of Christ to be reproduced in our lives. To know that Jesus Christ was characterized by love & yet not demonstrate His love proves that we think little of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Light In The Darkness

    Contributed by Danny Janes on Dec 10, 2012
    based on 1 rating
     | 43,391 views

    Good sermon for first Sunday of Advent -- lighting of Prophet Candle. The theme of light vs. darkness is woven throughout the Bible. This is what the coming of the Light marked in our world.

    A LIGHT IN THE DARKNESS TEXT: Isaiah 9:2, John 8:12 There’s a fascinating recurring theme woven throughout the Bible. It’s the theme of light and darkness. We begin with darkness in only the second verse of the entire Bible. Genesis 1:2 says, “And the earth was without form, ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

  • Byron Sherman avatar

    Testing Your Christmas With Christian Compliance-1

    Contributed by Byron Sherman on Dec 22, 2012
     | 2,276 views

    1 of 2. John supplied his readers with a test for Christian compliance in Jesus’ sonship/humanity/birth. Jesus’ sonship/birth is a test for Christian confession/compliance...But in what way is it tested? Celebrating Jesus’ Birth Tests Our...

    TESTING YOUR CHRISTMAS With CHRISTIAN COMPLIANCE-I — 2John :7-11; 1John 2:22-25; 4:14-16; 5:5-13— Attention: Recently I was invited to the WMU Christmas party. We had a great meal with great fellowship & later we opened some small gifts. The last thing we all participated in was a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist