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  • David Roth avatar

    Together Forever

    Contributed by David Roth on Jan 19, 2015
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     | 9,148 views

    Baptism of Christ - Epiphany 1 (B). The act of baptism was already part of Jewish worship and culture, but it brought only ritual purification. By His baptism Christ united Himself to baptism, so that in and through baptism we would be united with Him.

    J. J. May the words of my mouth, and the meditations of our hearts, be acceptable in Thy sight, O Lord, our Rock and our Redeemer. Amen. “Together Forever” In Advent we heard of John the Baptist. How he was in the Judean wilderness outside of Jerusalem, and that he was ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Jesus Eats With Sinners And Tax Collectors: The Parable Of The New Wine Into Old Wineskins Series

    Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Sep 12, 2022
     | 1,885 views

    The last few weeks we were in the vineyard, working the fields, sweating, watering vines, pruning vines, getting sweaty, talking servanthood, talking pride vs. humility, talking about the kingdom of God pattern in regard to gifts received, timing, all of it.

    The last few weeks we were in the vineyard, working the fields, sweating, watering vines, pruning vines, getting sweaty, talking servanthood, talking pride vs. humility, talking about the kingdom of God pattern in regard to gifts received, timing, all of it. Now we’re coming in from the vineyard ...read more

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    Denomination: Salvation Army

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    Jesus Gives Rest

    Contributed by Edward Frey on Jul 1, 2002
    based on 74 ratings
     | 12,508 views

    We find true rest from guilt and fear in our Savior’s faithful love

    How tired are you? Recent studies have shown that the average American doesn’t get nearly enough sleep. Employers are concerned about this. As a result, some workplaces are actually encouraging their employees to take brief naps after lunch, so they can be more productive in the late afternoon ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    I Want To Do Right Always Series

    Contributed by Alan Tison on Mar 25, 2008
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     | 3,578 views

    Who has not heard of the “Whopper” or a Baconator! When it comes to food, we do not want to become hungry. Moreover, if we do become hungry our body lets us know it – THE GROWL and we are off to the fridge, looking in the cabinets or diving into the cooki

    Introduction: No matter how you cut it, 72 ounces is 4 1/2 pounds. That is a lot of meat. In an upscale steakhouse chain, a 4 1/2 pound steak would cost you around $200. At The Big Texan, in Amarillo, TX, it is absolutely free; If you can eat it in an hour. While everyone else in the restaurant ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Salt And Light

    Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Jun 17, 2013
     | 7,769 views

    Demonstrating Christ to the world

    First Baptist Church Matthew 5:13-16 Salt and Light May 6, 2001 On Sunday, April 8, 1945, German pastor and theologian Dietrich Bonhoeffer was taken from a worship service he had just conducted for prisoners to a concentration camp in Flossenburg. He was tried for treason and hanged just a few ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    God Vs Satan - Defining The Sides Series

    Contributed by Daren Mitchell on Jul 18, 2013
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    Satan is a con artist. He's the best. The reason people refuse to deny themselves to follow Jesus is because satan deceives them into thinking they don't have to. God and Satan are enemies, and the creation of God is the battlefield

    In the beginning of human history God warned Adam and Eve about a certain tree in the Garden and that they were forbidden to eat the fruit of this tree. Why did God put this dumb tree in the Garden? GRRRR....We believe God to be all powerful. We believe God to be the ultimate power in the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Choices Have Consequences PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 4, 2024
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     | 4,192 views

    This sermon explores the importance of choosing to serve God, committing to His service, and understanding the consequences of our spiritual choices.

    Good morning, beloved family of God. Isn't it a joy to gather in this sacred space, united by our shared faith and love for our Lord Jesus Christ? We are here today, not by accident, but by divine appointment. We are here because God, in His infinite wisdom, has drawn us together to learn, to grow, ...read more

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    He Is A Friend Of Mine Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Sep 24, 2006
    based on 129 ratings
     | 26,585 views

    Jesus established His church to be a place where we could develop friendships... and where we could become His friends.

    OPEN: Some years ago Collier’s Magazine published a story about a little girl in an orphanage. She was quite unattractive and had many annoying habits, which resulted in her being shunned by the children and disliked by the staff. The director of the orphanage looked for a good excuse to ship her ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Jesus The Real Deal Series

    Contributed by E. True Neilson on Dec 16, 2014
     | 7,858 views

    The book of Hebrews is all about Jesus!

    SIMPLY JESUS Jesus; the Real Deal Hebrews 3:1-6 INTRODUCTION -There is some great stuff happening with the Adventureland Ministries for kids back there. -They are celebrating the end of their first workshop today and will be starting a new one on the life of David next week. -Get your kids back ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Christmas: Gifts Of The Magi (Frankincense) Series

    Contributed by Scott Bayles on Feb 29, 2024
     | 1,992 views

    In Matthew 2, the wise men bring the newborn Jesus gifts of gold, frankincense, and myrrh. Share the meaning and significance of these precious gifts with your congregation this Christmas! Part two: Frankincense.

    The Gifts of the Magi (Frankincense) Scott Bayles, pastor Blooming Grove Christian Church: 12/17/2017 If you’re just joining us, we’re using the three Sundays leading up to Christmas to talk about Christmas presents. No, we’re not taking turns reading our Christmas wish-lists. Rather, we’re taking ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    And Justice For All Series

    Contributed by Byron Harvey on Jan 18, 2010
     | 5,336 views

    This is an installment in my expository series through the book of Romans.

    “And Justice for All” Romans 2:12-29 October 5, 2008 52. That’s the usual speed at which they nab me, at least in a 35; it’s 62 in a 45, something about 17 miles over the speed limit that tends to grab the attention of the nice officers. In my ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    Worthless, Worthless Garbage

    Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on Feb 8, 2011
     | 5,792 views

    To be transformed by God is to show that everything that everything else we have pursued so intensely in life amount to no more than "a pile of dung."

    Worthless, Worthless Garbage Phil 3:1-11 Feb 6, 2011 Intro: How many of you know what this is: I’ll give you a hint: it is the world’s third most valuable commodity, after sugar and coffee. I’ll give you another hint – next week is valentines’ day and millions of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Zipporah Circumcises Her Son. Series

    Contributed by John Lowe on May 19, 2022
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,656 views

    "On the way, at a place where they spent the night, the Lord met Moses and tried to kill him. But Zipporah took a flint and cut off her son's foreskin, and touched Moses' feet with it, and said, 'Truly you are a bridegroom of blood to me!'

    Zipporah Circumcises Her Son. Exodus 4:24-26 "On the way, at a place where they spent the night, the Lord met Moses and tried to kill him. But Zipporah took a flint and cut off her son's foreskin, and touched Moses' feet with it, and said, 'Truly you are a bridegroom of blood to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    New

    Contributed by David Hicks on Nov 15, 2006
    based on 8 ratings
     | 13,664 views

    God isn’t interested in patching up your old life. He wants to make a new creation out of you.

    New Matthew 9:14-17 This week I had breakfast with our youth intern. Joe proudly announced that he and Cheryl are expecting their first child and that the due date is in February. As we talked, our conversation turned to all of the new things that will be happening in their lives over the next ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

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    Out Of The Heart

    Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jul 19, 2018
     | 5,846 views

    Are we so blinded by our church buildings and our rituals that we don’t see God? Are we blinded by the world’s sinfulness? Are we noble like the Bereans, studying our Bibles daily to see what God says?

    Prelude Are we so blinded by our church buildings and our rituals that we don’t see God? Are we blinded by the world’s sinfulness? Are we noble like the Bereans, studying our Bibles daily to see what God says? What defiles us? Let’s look at Matthew 15:10-20 and see what Jesus has to say about ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist