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  • John Gaston avatar

    Jesus: The Real Ironman

    Contributed by John Gaston on Mar 31, 2015
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    There are "Iron man" competitions of men & women. Only the toughest win. A recent movie captures the fighting spirit of a protector of mankind. But the ultimate "Ironman" is Jesus Christ, who faced the colossal specter of the cross, sin & death & overcame

    JESUS: THE REAL IRONMAN John 19:16-18 INTRODUCTION: MODERN IRONMEN A. HUMOR: THE TUNNEL 1. Boudreaux and Thibodeaux were traveling on a train. They had packed sack lunches and at last they got hungry. 2. Boudreaux opened his sack and got out a banana. He peeled it back and prepared to take a ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Jesus: The Real Superman

    Contributed by Russell (Rusty) Pruitt on May 14, 2025
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    Those in my age range might remember these words: “Look! Up in the sky. It’s a bird. It’s a plane. Faster than a speeding bullet! More powerful than a locomotive! Able to leap tall buildings in a single bound!”

    JESUS CHRIST: THE REAL SUPERMAN! TEXT: Philippians 2:5-11 INTRODUCTION: Those in my age range might remember these words: “Look! Up in the sky. It’s a bird. It’s a plane. Faster than a speeding bullet! More powerful than a locomotive! Able to leap tall buildings in a single bound!” “Yes, it's ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Glorious Grace Of Having Died With Christ! PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 5, 2023
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    Explores the paradoxical Christian truth of finding new life and deliverance through participating in Christ's death and resurrection.

    Welcome, dear friends, to this beautiful sanctuary where we gather in fellowship, united by our faith and love for our Lord Jesus Christ. We are here, not by accident, but by divine appointment, called by the One who loved us before the foundation of the world. Today, we open our hearts and minds ...read more

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    Conditions For Real Revival

    Contributed by Mike Turner on Nov 12, 2003
    based on 31 ratings
     | 11,356 views

    Revival Sermon

    Sun. a.m. Conditions For Real Revival 2 Chronicles 7:14 I. “If” indicates a condition. Story: Mike.....if you don’t come in this house....... There is a “if” to revival. Revival is something that is definitely needed. It is something that I believe God desires to give to us......yet ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Steven Simala Grant avatar

    The (Real) Good Shepard Series

    Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on Jul 30, 2009
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     | 7,592 views

    Obey. Listen to His voice. Go where He sends, do what He says, accept what He gives and trust where He is taking. Even when the road is difficult. Because I know that with the Lord as my Shepherd, my good shepherd, the “Real” Good Shepherd

    The (Real) Good Shepherd Zech 11 October 26, 2008 Intro: I want to rewind a little bit in our study of Zechariah, before diving in to chapter 11. In our previous discussion, we’ve talked about how the exiles were returning from slavery and beginning the process of rebuilding their nation – ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Real Love (4) Series

    Contributed by Scott Bayles on Sep 23, 2013
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    Everyone loves love! We want to be loved and we want to give love. The problem is—our love is often lacking. This four-sermon series explores 1 John in order to discover a love that's truly worth having and giving: real love! PowerPoint available.

    REAL LOVE (4) Scott Bayles Blooming Grove Christian Church: 6/9/2013 There’s an old song that says, “Love is a many-splendored thing.” The very concept of love is one of the most permeating themes in the world today. The Beatles sang about in the sixties. Their message to a hurt ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    Life In The Real World Series

    Contributed by Pat Damiani on Apr 20, 2009
    based on 7 ratings
     | 13,266 views

    13th in a series from Ecclesiastes. Life in the real world requires us to choose things which are better, even though they may not be perfect.

    Although it has been around in some form for quite some time, it is only in this century that so called “reality TV” has become a staple of television programming both here in the United States and around the world. Because of the popularity of shows like “Survivor” and “American Idol” as well as ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Real Deal Or No Deal? Series

    Contributed by Mike Gilbert on Sep 8, 2007
    based on 14 ratings
     | 7,781 views

    Lessons from the parable of the wheat and the tares.

    One of this year’s most-viewed programs...is a game show! --Hosted by Howie Mandell, each week the particpant in the game is “tempted” by the host and an invisible banker to “settle” for a guaranteed prize rather than take a risk and remain in the game by opting for a large prize, with the highest ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Real World Spirituality

    Contributed by William Nieporte on Sep 6, 2005
    based on 61 ratings
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    How do we live a life of holiness in the kind of wold in which we must now reside

    This morning I would like to talk about how to live spirituality in the real world. We live in a world of terrorist attacks – of sexual predators that prey on small children – of gang violence and drug busts – of economic hardships, poverty, homelessness, and starvation – of battered spouses ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Back To The Real World Series

    Contributed by Thomas Swope on Apr 18, 2012
     | 6,742 views

    A study of the Gospel of Luke 9: 37 – 42

    Luke 9: 37 – 42 Back To the Real World 37 Now it happened on the next day, when they had come down from the mountain, that a great multitude met Him. 38 Suddenly a man from the multitude cried out, saying, “Teacher, I implore You, look on my son, for he is my only child. 39 And behold, ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

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    The Glorious Grace Of Being Royalty In Christ PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 18, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 652 views

    This sermon emphasizes the responsibility of Christians to embody and live out the Gospel, reflecting their identity as a chosen people and royal priesthood in Christ.

    Good morning, beloved family of God. We are gathered in this sacred space, under the shelter of His grace, not by accident, but by divine appointment. We are here, not because we are worthy, but because we are loved. Isn't it a wonder? Isn't it a marvel? We, the ordinary, are invited into the ...read more

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    Making The Resurrection Real

    Contributed by Pat Damiani on Apr 16, 2010
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     | 4,757 views

    John's account of a fishing expedition shows us how we can make the resurrection real in our lives.

    This morning we’re gathered here to celebrate the most significant event in the history of mankind – the resurrection of Jesus. In fact, that event is so important that if it is not true, we are all wasting our time here today. Paul hits the nail on the head with these words from 1 ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • D. Dewaine Phillips avatar

    What Is A Real Christian?

    Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Apr 30, 2021
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     | 6,297 views

    With cultural Christianity being the norm in America, nominal faith is what people see most often, and it’s what comes to mind when we tell people we’re a Christian. So, what is a "real" Christian? This message points out five traits.

    I wish to begin our message this morning by sharing a story by Franklin Graham. He tells us, “Some years ago, I was in a cab when I asked the driver about his faith. He replied that he was a Christian, and I asked him how he became one. I’ll never forget his reply: ‘Oh, I was born a Christian’.” ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jeff Taylor avatar

    Is Jesus Real To You?

    Contributed by Jeff Taylor on May 28, 2024
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     | 2,199 views

    The Lord has given me a word for everyone that I, personally, have never heard before. But it is a word that I believe to be a word that needs to be heard.

    The Lord has given me a word for everyone that I, personally, have never heard before. But it is a word that I believe to be a word that needs to be heard. How many people do you know who say they are saved? How many people have you heard say they are saved, delivered and sanctified by the grace ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Yes, It Really Is Really Real Series

    Contributed by Sherm Nichols on Jan 30, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,006 views

    Considers the reality of Heaven - evidence of it, and why that affects the way we live now

    (Show clip from BluefishTV – “Spiritual tots, Colonik’s got ‘em!”) Even if they’re unsure of it, most people want to believe in Heaven, and most people have some concept of it. TIME took a poll 10 years ago, and 81% of the people they surveyed said they believed in the existence of Heaven, where ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ