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  • Tim Zukas avatar

    Show Me

    Contributed by Tim Zukas on Apr 2, 2005
    based on 124 ratings
     | 10,922 views

    Doubting Thomas (Judas Thomas) and dealing with doubt

    A defendant was on trial for murder in Oklahoma. There was strong evidence indicating guilt, but there was no corpse. In the defense’s closing statement the lawyer, knowing that his client would probably be convicted, resorted to a trick. "Ladies and gentlemen of the jury, I have a surprise for you ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Denn Guptill avatar

    A Lesson On Giving From Hezekiah

    Contributed by Denn Guptill on May 1, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 13,918 views

    A great scripture that shows God's people responding to the call to tithe.

    Hezekiah Well that was edifying. We used that video a couple of years ago but thought we could drag it out again. This is week four of our Treasures of the Heart series. If you haven’t been with us during that time or if you are new to Cornerstone I will bring you up to speed. I decided ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

  • Mark Engler avatar

    The Wonder Of Easter

    Contributed by Mark Engler on Apr 11, 2013
     | 9,004 views

    Jesus gave up His life! But what for? That’s what the disciple must have been thinking? For what? Why did He do all of this? Why did Jesus make us His disciples, teach us all that he taught us, and do all the things He did. For what? You see what i

    The Wonder of Easter Luke 24:1-12 Isn’t it amazing!?! Isn’t it amazing!?! It’s just amazing! The love of Christ the Son of God displayed for all the world to see. Coming as a baby, leaving the wonders of heaven and being able to side by side with God His Father. Born in a ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Steve Shepherd avatar

    Confidence Before God Series

    Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Aug 3, 2010
    based on 64 ratings
     | 17,729 views

    1- We ask and God answers 2- God speaks and we obey 3- God sends and we receive

    INTRO.- ILL. - A prosecuting attorney called his first witness, a grandmotherly, elderly woman, to the stand. He approached her and asked, "Mrs. Jones, do you know me?" She responded, "Why, yes, I do know you Mr. Williams. I’ve known you since you were a young boy. And frankly, ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Jeff Strite avatar

    The Man Who Went To Hell Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Apr 11, 2011
    based on 84 ratings
     | 19,169 views

    Does Hell exist? And, if so, why did the Rich man end up there? What had he done that was so terrible that he deserved that type of punishment?

    POEM: An old man sat by an open fire and dreamed the years away, While, outside in the battle of life, many perished in the toils of day. He never did any good, nor did he ever do any wrong. He just sat by the open fire and dreamed the whole day long. Now he’s left a vacant chair and they say ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Confrontation!

    Contributed by Gordon Curley on Nov 21, 2010
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     | 10,378 views

    Nathan confronts David about his sins. (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request - email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

    Reading: 2 Samuel chapter 12 verses 1-14: Ill: • A young lady was sunbathing on the beach; • When a little boy in his swimming trunks, carrying a towel, • Came up to her and asked her, "Do you believe in God?" • She was surprised by the question but she replied, "Why, yes, I do." • Then he ...read more

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    Denomination: Brethren

  • Paul Green avatar

    Love Is Forgetful Series

    Contributed by Paul Green on Oct 28, 2009
    based on 14 ratings
     | 24,455 views

    We often think of forgetfulness as a weakness, as a problem. And more often than not that is true. But there is a time when forgetfulness becomes an absolute necessity. Paul says that ‘Love – keeps no record of wrongs’ He says that love is forgetful.

    In the middle of that list of what love is, Paul says that ‘Love – keeps no record of wrongs’ (v5). In other words what he is saying is that, as well as being patient, and kind and a whole host of other things – love is also forgetful! –‘ Love - keeps no record of wrongs’ Love is forgetful! Now ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Evidence That Demands A Verdict

    Contributed by Pat Damiani on Apr 20, 2009
    based on 6 ratings
     | 5,621 views

    Thomas responded to Jesus based on the evidence of His resurrection. We need to do the same.

    We are so glad that you’re here with us this morning to celebrate the resurrection of Jesus. That event is without a doubt the single most significant and meaningful event in the history of mankind. But the significance of the resurrection is not just found in the gospel accounts of the events ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Bruce Lee avatar

    Rock Bottom

    Contributed by Bruce Lee on Nov 9, 2018
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,655 views

    Let today be your "Rock Bottom"

    Rock Bottom “And I tell you that you are Peter, and on this rock I will build my church, and the gates of Hades will not overcome it. 19 I will give you the keys of the kingdom of heaven; whatever you bind n earth will be bound in heaven, and whatever you loose on earth will be loosed in heaven.” ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Jeff Strite avatar

    The Deadliest Fire In History Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jan 13, 2019
    based on 5 ratings
     | 15,345 views

    No one seems to be excited about the topic of Hell. Even God's not keen on it. But it's crucial to our message of hope for the lost. What is it about Hell we need to know and that we need to tell others?

    Does anyone know what the worst fire in American History was? Most people would say it was the great Chicago Fire in 1871. That fire started on Sunday, October 8 and ended on Tuesday, October 10, 1871, killing up to 300 people and destroyed a little over 3 square miles of Chicago, leaving over ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Stronghold Beliefs Part 2

    Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Jun 9, 2019
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,477 views

    This message is Part 2 of this series. In this message I review how stronghold beliefs are developed and the impact that doubting has on the creation of stronghold beliefs. Next week I will go into more depth on the stronghold beliefs that all Christians should have represented in their life.

    Stronghold Beliefs Part 2 Scriptures: 2 Corinthians 10:3-5; Luke 1:18-20, 64; Romans 10:17 This is Part 2 of my series on Stronghold Beliefs. Last week I shared with you that this series will focus on the stronghold beliefs that we need to develop versus those that need to come down because ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • John Oscar avatar

    More Than Forgiveness Series

    Contributed by John Oscar on Jul 22, 2019
    based on 2 ratings
     | 7,766 views

    *This sermon was adapted from a series on Sermon Central and is not all my original content* A sermon addressing that God's grace is for more than forgiveness, but also for a changed life.

    “God’s Grace: More Than Forgiveness” CCCAG July 21st, 2019 Scripture- Titus 2:11-14 Today we set out on a four-week journey that has the potential to change our lives. Together, we will examine the Scriptures and listen to the Holy Spirit as we consider the topic of God’s grace. Prayer- understand ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Byron Sherman avatar

    Constraints Of Restoration-3

    Contributed by Byron Sherman on Jul 30, 2019
     | 1,682 views

    3 of 7. God blessed Noah’s family with a restoration based on relationship. Man’s restoration is to be constrained/determined thru relationships. How do relationships constrain or determine our restoration? Restoration is constrained thru relationship with...

    Series: SUPPLANTING The LEGACY Of WICKEDNESS—Genesis 6:9—10:32 A—GOD’s REMOVAL STRATEGY—Genesis 6:9-22 Toward Removing the Legacy of Wickedness B—GOD’s DESIGNED DESTRUCTION(& Salvation)—Genesis 7:1-24 C—SALVATION REALIZED(Getting to Normal)—Genesis 8:1-19 D—EXPERIENCING The VICTORY(Man’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Freddy Fritz avatar

    David And The Covenant Of God Series

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Jul 11, 2020
    based on 1 rating
     | 8,565 views

    Second Samuel 7:1-17 teaches us several truths about God.

    Scripture Today we come to 2 Samuel 7 in our series on “The Life of David.” This is one of the most important chapters in Scripture as it deals with the Lord’s covenant with David. Let’s read about David and the covenant of God in 2 Samuel 7:1-17: 1 Now when the king lived in his house and the ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Joshua Blackmon avatar

    Just Bee Mommy

    Contributed by Joshua Blackmon on May 7, 2022
     | 2,884 views

    Deborah, the judge, was prophetic, present, and praise God as she mothered the nation of Israel through one of its darkest times. She is a great example to mothers today.

    Just Bee A Mommy I. OPENING ILLUSTRATION: One Sunday, a couple of years ago (2018), Ben and Jackee Belnap noticed an important envelope containing $1,060 mysteriously missing. For the previous year, University of Utah football fans had been saving money to pay back Ben's parents for season ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal