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  • C. Philip Green avatar

    Clean House Series

    Contributed by C. Philip Green on Jan 7, 2014
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     | 8,588 views

    If we want to bear fruit for the glory of God this year, i.e., lead people to Christ on a regular basis and see their lives transformed for all eternity, then we must let Christ clean out the fruitless religion and we must get on our knees and pray.

    A clergyman dies and is waiting in line at the Pearly Gates. Ahead of him is a guy dressed in sunglasses, a loud shirt, leather jacket, and jeans. Saint Peter says to this guy, “Who are you, so that I may know whether to admit you into the Kingdom of Heaven?” The guy replies, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    Pluralism Vs. Exclusivism

    Contributed by Daniel Dennison on Oct 17, 2006
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     | 5,067 views

    A biblical look at the ideas posed by religious pluralism and religious exclusivism.

    Vespers, 1-31-06 1"Do not let your hearts be troubled. Trust in God[a]; trust also in me. 2In my Father’s house are many rooms; if it were not so, I would have told you. I am going there to prepare a place for you. 3And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come back and take you to be with ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Obeying God's Commands PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 25, 2023
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     | 1,419 views

    The importance of unquestioning obedience to God's commands and aligning our lives with His will, as disobedience leads to consequences and rejection from the Lord.

    Good morning, my dear brothers and sisters in Christ! Today, we're going to dive into a passage from the Word of God that teaches us about unquestioning obedience to His commands, the consequences of disobedience, and the importance of aligning our lives with His will. C.S. Lewis once said, "The ...read more

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    Jesus, Everlasting Father

    Contributed by Tim Patrick on Dec 17, 2007
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    In this sermon you will consider the phrase, "Everlasting Father," taken from Isaiah 9:6 in referring to Jesus

    The past two Sundays we have looked at Isaiah 9:6. We have examined two of the four titles given to Jesus in Isaiah 9:6. He is the “Wonderful Counselor.” He is the “Mighty God.” Today we look at the third. He is the “Everlasting Father.” Before considering the phrase “Everlasting Father”, I want ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Does Your Faith Work? Series

    Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Nov 28, 2022
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    Faith that works acts on God’s promises.

    Do you remember the advertising slogan, “They got their money the old fashioned way: they earned it!” It was very popular, and very clever. But of course many - if not most - people with the real money in this country didn’t get it by earning it. They got it the real old fashioned way: they ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Understanding Being Born Again Series

    Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Oct 13, 2009
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     | 4,634 views

    Part 2 in the series of getting to the basics. What it means for a Christian when He/She claims to be Born Again.

    10/4/2009 B.A.S.I.C Part II Understanding being “Born Again” John 3:1-8 Read and pray Last week we began a series of becoming a servant in Christ. (BASIC) We centered our attention on ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    Living In The New Testament

    Contributed by Kelvin Mckisic on Jun 24, 2025
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    You can't put new wine in old wineskins, in so doing the wineskin bursts. Likewise, you cannot fit the Old Testament laws and rules into the New Testament grace, mercy, and forgiveness.

    Welcome, beloved friends and family of faith, as we gather in this sacred space, a sanctuary of solace and strength, to seek the wisdom of the Word of God. We are here, united in our hunger for understanding, our thirst for truth, and our shared desire to draw closer to our Creator. In the words ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Jesus Christ: The One And Only (Part 4) Series

    Contributed by Dan Proctor on Feb 2, 2015
     | 3,474 views

    If somebody asked you this question, how would you answer? “If you were to die today, do you know 100% for sure that you would go to heaven?”

    Jesus Christ: The One and Only (Part 4) 1 Timothy 3:16 Introduction: 1. If somebody asked you this question, how would you answer? “If you were to die today, do you know 100% for sure that you would go to heaven?” 2. If your answer is “Yes,” what if they asked this next? ...read more

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    Denomination: Bible Church

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    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 24, 2024
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     | 729 views

    This sermon explores the importance of handling God's Word with honesty, harnessing truthfulness in our work for God, and holding firm to God's foundation.

    Good morning, dear church family. It's always a joy to gather together, to see your faces, to share in the fellowship of believers. We are here, not by accident, but by the grace of God. We are here, not as strangers, but as brothers and sisters in Christ. We are here, not for our own sake, but for ...read more

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    Objection Overruled! Series

    Contributed by David Dykes on Oct 29, 2014
     | 11,672 views

    The question the writer of Hebrews asks is the question all of us ought to consider: How shall we escape if we ignore such a great salvation? The Bottom Line: God is holy, and he must punish sin.

    INTRODUCTION As we are going though the book of Romans, it is important for us to keep in mind the historical context of the book. You know, we don’t do that very well in the twentieth century. We are very poor students of history, or we don’t really appreciate history the way we ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Holy Days

    Contributed by John Scott on Jun 30, 2014
     | 3,542 views

    We are not to let others judge us for not participating in Holy Days or judge others who are participating in Holy Day's celebrations. Christ is the one we need to over come our sins. Christ is our righteousness.

    1. There was a man who we use to worship with who felt like we should have been more a part of Advent and Holy Week. A. He threatened that he would not worship with us unless we went through the observation of Holy Week activities. B. Many in the very traditional church will celebrate a calendar ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Out Of Envy Series

    Contributed by Davon Huss on Apr 4, 2014
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     | 6,159 views

    A sermon on the envy of the religious leaders of Jesus' day (Material adapted from Bob Russell at: http://bobrussellsermons.org/religious-leaders-who-envied-him?filter_name=Religious%20Leaders)

    HoHum: A wise man said: Nothing arouses ambition so much in the heart as the trumpet-clang of another’s fame. WBTU: A. Why would anyone want to kill Jesus of Nazareth? 1. Great teacher- “The Jews were amazed and asked, “How did this man get such learning without having ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The World Has Gone Crazy

    Contributed by Horace Wimpey on Jul 4, 2015
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     | 11,757 views

    In changing what God has intended marriage to be, we are changing the fabric of society. God's word tells us not to be surprised by this and that we should be happy for the opportunity to respond to theses trials and tribulations.

    The World Has Gone Crazy 1 Peter 4:12-16 (NLT) ( for an audio and visual of this sermon go to www.thecreekmonroe.com) Intro: Back in 1995, there was a movie that starred Mel Gibson titled “Brave Heart”. It was about the beginning of the Scottish revolution in their quest for ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Introduction To The Parable Of Luke 15 Series

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Feb 19, 2015
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     | 7,608 views

    An examination of the introduction to the parable of Luke 15.

    Scripture Jesus’ entire ministry was only about three years long. He preached that the kingdom of God has come near, and he called upon people to enter the kingdom of God through faith and repentance (Luke 10:9; 12:31; 18:17). Jesus was now on his way to Jerusalem and only had a few months ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Foreclosure Series

    Contributed by Thomas Swope on Jan 14, 2013
     | 6,064 views

    A study of the Gospel of Luke 20:9-19

    Luke 20:9-19 Foreclosure “9 Then He began to tell the people this parable: “A certain man planted a vineyard, leased it to vinedressers, and went into a far country for a long time. 10 Now at vintage-time he sent a servant to the vinedressers, that they might give him some of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel