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  • Bobby Stults avatar

    The Authority Of Jesus Is Challenged Series

    Contributed by Bobby Stults on Sep 3, 2010
    based on 6 ratings
     | 17,595 views

    In our study of Luke, in the beginning of chapter 20 we find the religious leaders desparate to discredit Jesus and they openly challenge His authority!

    Read Luke 20:1-8… Set the stage: Chapter 20 continues the final week of Jesus, after He has entered Jerusalem and after He has made a scene in His clearing of the Temple and chided the money changers and crooked business practices that took place in the Temple! On a side note, when Jesus ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Significance Of The Sacrifice

    Contributed by Mark Eberly on Nov 18, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,204 views

    Blood - everyone’s favorite topic. We will look at the spiritual and religious significance that blood has for us to prepare our hearts for communion.

    The Significance of the Sacrifice 1 Corinthians 11:23-32 November 16, 2008 This morning we are going to talk about everyone’s favorite topic: blood. How precious is the flow? I was reminded of a story. A man let his dog out one night to do his business and went back to his football game and ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Why Bad People Can Get To Heaven

    Contributed by Brian La Croix on Jul 27, 2008
     | 4,706 views

    Message based on Jesus’ words to the religious leaders who were missing the message while the tax collectors and prostitutes were hearing and responding.

    Why Bad People Can Get to Heaven Matthew 21:28-32 July 27, 2008 NOTE: THE ME/WE/GOD/YOU/WE FORMAT USED IN MY MESSAGES IS BORROWED FROM ANDY STANLEY’S BOOK, "COMMUNICATING FOR A CHANGE." Me: During my freshman year in college, I went back to my high school to visit and to play in the band for a ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    Authority Issues Series

    Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Oct 9, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 9,607 views

    The religious leaders questioned Jesus' authority. We know Jesus has authority, but does he really have authority over us?

    Matthew 21:23-32 "Authority Issues" INTRODUCTION God is a God of abundance and diversity. Looking around the worship area, it is obvious that we are very different people. We like to make things easy, though, so we often condense our diversity down to the basic essentials and say that there ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Part 7 - The Accomplishments Of Worship Series

    Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Feb 26, 2020
     | 4,077 views

    What is it we accomplish in our life of worship? Do our gathering, singing, listening, preaching accomplish something or it is merely a religious exercise?

    The Accomplishments of Worship www.gracecommunity.com Reporters and city officials gathered at a Chicago railroad station one afternoon in 1953. The person they were meeting was the 1952 Nobel Peace Prize winner. A few minutes after the train came to a stop, a giant of a man - six feet four inches ...read more

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    Denomination: Brethren

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    Finding God's Blessing After We've Been Wandering Series

    Contributed by Jim Butcher on Oct 18, 2019
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,993 views

    This sermon discusses the need to return to God, not just return to doing good. Is religious activity enough to get God's blessing?

    - Background on the book: - Addressed to the Jews who had returned to Jerusalem from Babylon in 538 B.C. Two years later they started to work on the temple, but opposition led that to be put aside for 16 years. - This opening statement comes right after the restarting of the temple project. - ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Mechanical Religion Or Heartfelt Obedience? Series

    Contributed by Ed Vasicek on May 27, 2014
     | 6,515 views

    The type of worship or religious practice that pleases God comes from a sincere heart and is directly connected to the way we live every day.

    Mechanical Religion or Heartfelt Obedience? Isaiah 58:1-8 with Matthew 6:1-4, 16-23 1. Some of the most successful leaders, politicians, or business persons are some of the worst family members. Workaholics, driven, or impossible people, but they get the work done, and many of them are quite ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Tares Among The Wheat

    Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Nov 9, 2015
    based on 38 ratings
     | 12,611 views

    To establish that denominational institutions, orders, or so called religious bodies are merely tares among the wheat. This lesson deals with the origin and practices of denominationalism.

    INTRODUCTION Outline. 1. The Seed of the Son's Kingdom 2. The Seed of Satan's Kingdom 3. The Sentence of the Son’s Kingdom Remarks. 1. In our lesson today we are going to be discussing a theme of most importance to all who would seek the kingdom of God. Our Lord taught much in parables ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Wise Appeal - Genesis 47:1-12 Series

    Contributed by Scott Turansky on Sep 24, 2021
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,609 views

    So they won't be embraced into the culture of the Egyptians, all the religious festivals, all the things that are going on there. They’ll be separate.

    …is positioning his family well. Not only they'll have the best land, but they'll be kept separate from everything else that' s going on. So they won't be embraced into the culture of the Egyptians, all the religious festivals, all the things that are going on there. They’ll be ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Unmasking Satan’s Strategies: Discernment Vs. Suspicion (Part 3) Series

    Contributed by Joseph Ondu on Apr 4, 2023
     | 2,281 views

    Discernment develops in a climate of humility. Suspicion thrives in pride. If your church is filled with pride, competition, and a religious spirit, it will also be filled with suspicion.

    But strong meat belongeth to them that are of full age, even those who by reason of use have their senses exercised to discern both good and evil. ( Hebrews 5:14) Brethren, we are dealing with a crafty enemy who always desires to keep on fighting the wrong battles. He is so cunning that if you are ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Developing A Christlike Character

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 4, 2025
     | 416 views

    The ultimate goal of every believer is not merely to attend church or perform religious duties, but to become more like Jesus in character, conduct, and lifestyle.

    DEVELOPING A CHRISTLIKE CHARACTER By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Ephesians 4:13-15 Supporting Texts: Romans 8:29, Galatians 5:22-23, 2 Peter 1:5-8, Colossians 3:12-14, Philippians 2:5 INTRODUCTION: The ultimate goal of every believer is not merely to attend church or perform religious ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Self-Righteousness

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 12, 2025
     | 247 views

    Self-righteousness is the deceptive belief that one is morally superior or acceptable before God based on personal works, religious activities, or outward behaviour.

    SELF-RIGHTEOUSNESS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Luke 18:9-14 Supporting Texts: Romans 10:3, Isaiah 64:6, Philippians 3:9, Matthew 23:27-28, Proverbs 16:2 INTRODUCTION: Self-righteousness is the deceptive belief that one is morally superior or acceptable before God based on personal works, ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Evaluating Your Spiritual Growth PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 5, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 993 views

    Explores the concept of spiritual maturity, emphasizing its essence in living out God's word rather than merely performing religious rituals.

    Welcome, dear friends, to another blessed day in the house of our Lord. It's always a joy to gather together in His name, to be nourished by His Word, and to grow in our understanding of His unending love for us. Today, we gather to ponder some profound truths that will challenge us, inspire us, ...read more

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  • Chris Cuthbertson avatar

    Judas: A Disillusioned Disciple Series

    Contributed by Chris Cuthbertson on Mar 25, 2025
     | 389 views

    Today I want us to look at a day in the life of Judas, the disciple who betrayed Jesus and sold Him out to the religious leaders.

    Series: A Day in the Life Of… Judas: A Disillusioned Disciple I’m beginning a new series leading up to Easter. My intentions are to go back 2,000 years, using Scripture as our guide and history and logic. As helpful assistants I want to determine what life was like for some of the key players ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    It's Time To Build The Lord's House

    Contributed by Abraham Shanklin on Jun 17, 2003
    based on 141 ratings
     | 40,945 views

    The first message from Haggai to the ruling politician, the religious priest and the returned people addresses the unfinished house of God. For eighteen years God’s work was delayed.

    It’s Time To Build The Lord’s House Scripture Reference: Haggai 1:1-15 INTRODUCTION In 586 B.C. Nebuchadnezzar invaded and overthrew Jerusalem. The city was raised to the ground and the temple was completely destroyed. God’s people were taken into Babylon as captives and there they remained for ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational