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  • Gerald du Preez avatar

    Dead Man Walking

    Contributed by Gerald Du Preez on Jun 5, 2002
    based on 15 ratings
     | 4,948 views

    Jesus, the Baby who was born to die

    DEAD MAN WALKING The specially invited, all-be-it reluctant, audience stands transfixed. Their eyes are focused on the figure the other side of the glass. His gaze fastens on to the woman. Unblinking, he continues to stare at her, seeming to gain strength from her very presence. The tubes ...read more

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    Denomination: Apostolic

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    Unexpected Messiah

    Contributed by Charles Scott on Feb 24, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,994 views

    Those who were expecting God’s deliverer, the Messiah, were confused when Jesus came on the scene offering a Kingdom, not of this world as they expected, but a Kingdom to Come of Peace and Trusting Service.

    I Corinthians 4:1-5 St. Matthew 11:2-10 Unexpected Messiah During the Advent Season we sang hymns and read lessons about the promised Christ, the Messiah who would deliver the Children of Israel from bondage. Many First Century followers of St. John the Baptist as well as followers of our Lord ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    Faith; The Foundation Of The Human Experience

    Contributed by Frank Martin on Feb 5, 2005
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    God is Love. Man is faith

    Faith, the foundation of the Human experience. By F. Martin Such a broad statement to begin discussion, yet one that is worthy of much explanation. Since my word is of ill effect, let us join spirits and intertwine with the Holy Spirit who will provide wisdom and insight to this text. He will ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Possibilities Of Prayer Series

    Contributed by Scott Malone on Mar 1, 2005
    based on 47 ratings
     | 9,538 views

    Prayer is the power source for all ministry

    THE POSSIBILITIES OF PRAYER John 14:12-14 When I first started as a professional counselor, I came to that time when classes were done, practicums were over, and it was time to sit down with that first client who was going to actually pay money to talk to you. I remember the agony of the hour or ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    His Precious Blood

    Contributed by Tim Zingale on Mar 21, 2005
    based on 25 ratings
     | 5,974 views

    A Maundy Thursday Sermon

    Maundy Thursday 1 Peter 1:18-20 "His Precious Blood" 18 You know that you were ransomed from the futile ways inherited from your fathers, not with perishable things such as silver or gold, 19 but with the precious blood of Christ, like that of a lamb without blemish or spot. 20 He was ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    God Calls You

    Contributed by Christian Cheong on Nov 9, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 14,527 views

    When God calls us to serve Him, He enables us. Stop looking at your own puny ability and listen to what God is calling us to. Give to God what you have, and let Him work wonders through them and accomplish His purposes.

    How would you respond to God if He comes to you and said? • Listen I have an awesome task for you to accomplish. • It will be part of my plan to redeem the world to myself. • It will involve miracles, signs, and wonders. • It will involve the splitting of the Red Sea and the leading more than ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Tim Patrick avatar

    Going Out Of Your Way For Christ Series

    Contributed by Tim Patrick on Nov 14, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,072 views

    Discover the reason why missionaries and other Christian workers go out of their way to follow Jesus Christ.

    Introduction: Have you ever had a disagreement with someone over a sandwich? I have! My disagreement was with Judy (my wife). I met Judy when I was in seminary. When we first started dating this disagreement occurred. On this particular afternoon Judy had to work and I was off. She worked as ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Jepthah Series

    Contributed by David Welch on Nov 17, 2006
    based on 5 ratings
     | 6,994 views

    4th in a series of character mentioned in heb 11

    Jephthah There is another judge listed in Hebrews 11 whose experience is recorded in Judges 11. His name is Jephthah. The new cycle of sin began in Judges 10. Sin The people of Israel reverted to serving Baal. Not only Baal but their evil included serving a host of other gods as ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

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    The Trip Is Over - What Now?

    Contributed by David Elvery on Nov 22, 2006
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     | 4,444 views

    A message presented at a mission trip report. The challenge is how will we get involved in God’s worldwide mission

    The Trip is over - What now? Gladstone Baptist Church – 22/1/06 am Well, I hope that you have enjoyed your whirl wind tour around Thailand with us. We had an amazing time as you can see and I don’t think any single member of the team came back the same. Today, I want to wrap up by asking the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Why A Virgin?

    Contributed by Bob Gillchrest on Dec 14, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 2,938 views

    Answers the question about why God chose to have Jesus born of a virgin.

    “Why A Virgin?” Isaiah 7:14 Introduction: Christmas time is celebration time. Kurisumasu, omedeto gosaimasu! People around the world, many of whom have no grasp of Christianity, will be celebrating Christmas this year along with the rest of us. Hindus, Buddhists, Shintoists, Taoists - you name the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Good News When Doubts Attack Series

    Contributed by Adrian Warnock on Feb 14, 2007
    based on 5 ratings
     | 3,498 views

    Doubts and their cure

    Good news when doubts attack (Galatians 1:1-12) Audio at http://www.adrian.warnock.info/2005/09/good-news-when-doubts-attack-blogging.htm Intro Doubts are a feature of life. Does he really love me? Will I ever meet someone? Is this the right job for me? There is not one aspect of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Scott Chambers avatar

    When Prejudices Override Convictions Series

    Contributed by Scott Chambers on May 21, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,533 views

    A message from an expository series on the book of Galatians

    There is so much that is communicated over a meal. A shocking fact is that businessmen do not schedule so many appointments in restaurants simply because they prefer mass produced food over their wives’ home cooking. The reason lies in the fact that eating together with their clients has proven ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Living The Life Of Grace

    Contributed by Stan Simonik on Feb 14, 2008
    based on 5 ratings
     | 5,524 views

    Having gratefully received the gift of God’s grace, we can’t repay it or hoard it, but pass it on to others.

    Dear brothers and sisters in Christ, it is relatively easy to accept grace but it seems rather challenging to live a life of grace. I say it is relatively easy to accept grace, because we human beings have the tendency to earn it first. Do a trick – get a cookie! A doctor told a story about an ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Pentecost Tongues

    Contributed by Joseph Neil Adams on Feb 25, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,830 views

    A message about why the Spirit gave those first Christians the ability to speak in other languages.

    Pentecost #3 - Tongues Acts 2:1-21 Some people find the story of Pentecost quite difficult & disturbing - why? I think because the Bible says that the Holy Spirit (HS) came & the disciples heard saw & experienced the HS. They are all gathered on the day of Pentecost in prayer & HS came both ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Recieving Empowerment For Witnessing Series

    Contributed by David Dewitt on Feb 26, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,348 views

    Spring Life is the annual emphasis on Evangelism and discipleship in the Wesleyan Church. This message deals with being receptive to the Holy Spirit

    Receiving Empowerment for Witnessing Acts 1:8 Spring Life Series 2008 March 2, 2008 Morning Service Spring Life is the annual emphasis on Evangelism and discipleship in the Wesleyan Church. This message was adapted from some of the materials provided from the Wesleyan World ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God