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  • Rodney Buchanan avatar

    The Tenants

    Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Sep 5, 2005
    based on 235 ratings
     | 41,033 views

    This parable of Jesus tells the story of the world and its rebellion against God. Jesus was also predicting his own death.

    The Tenants Matthew 21:33-46 Jesus tells this very interesting and provocative story about a landowner and some farmers to whom he rented his land. In Jesus’ story, the landowner does all the work in the beginning. The land is his, and he plants a vineyard. He digs a winepress where the grapes ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Turning Quiet Places Into Holy Places

    Contributed by Robert Donato on Nov 30, 2005
    based on 38 ratings
     | 13,793 views

    An intimate relationship with God enables a person to handle life’s difficulties

    Turning Quiet Places into Holy Places Luke 5:12-16 Theologian A. W. Tozer gives tremendous insight as he writes these profound words in his book The Knowledge of the Holy: “What comes into our minds when we think about God is the most important thing about us.” What do you think about God? Do ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    Joseph Of Arimathea

    Contributed by Bala Samson on Jun 27, 2013
     | 6,459 views

    Cost of staying back! Will you be the one?

    Stay back! Will you be the one? John 19:38-After this, Joseph of Arimathea, being a disciple of Jesus, but secretly, for fear of the Jews, asked Pilate that he might take away the body of Jesus; and Pilate gave him permission. So he came and took the body of Jesus.” Industrialist Rajiv ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Sweaty Devotion

    Contributed by Jason Jones on Mar 18, 2013
     | 2,925 views

    Exposition of John

    Text: John 13:1-17, Title: Sweaty Devotion, Date/Place: NRBC, 3/17/13, AM A. Opening illustration: Cleaning up my dog’s vomit, maybe even having Buddy come in on the stage with me. B. Background to passage: The public ministry in the sense of preaching, teaching, and miracles in over. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Joseph Of Arimathea Series

    Contributed by Bala Samson on Oct 7, 2012
     | 7,860 views

    I challenge you Christians not just be happy sitting in the pew and enjoying the show, get involved in His Work, get into the manufacturing unit! Stay back! Will you be the one?

    Stay back! Will you be the one? John 19:38-After this, Joseph of Arimathea, being a disciple of Jesus, but secretly, for fear of the Jews, asked Pilate that he might take away the body of Jesus; and Pilate gave him permission. So he came and took the body of Jesus.” Industrialist Rajiv ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Interrogation Of Missions

    Contributed by Derek Geldart on Sep 25, 2018
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,415 views

    The interrogation of the man cured of his blindness teaches us a lot about how to reach the cynics of this world with the Gospel message

    The Interrogation of Missions John 9:1-34 Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/?page_id=3567 Living in an age when Christianity is no longer at the center, but the fringes of our society has led many to wonder how the church is to fulfill its mandate to go and make disciples. In a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Slamming The Door On Fear.

    Contributed by Pastor/Author: Terry Sisney on Oct 11, 2022
    based on 4 ratings
     | 19,455 views

    One of the greatest enemies to the progress, and success of every believer is this insidious and destructive spirit called fear. Evil spirits are recognized by what they do, and this demon is no different. To walk in the victory purchased by our Lord Jesus Christ, we must slam the door on fear.

    Slamming The Door On Fear Facing the future fearlessly Read Psalms 23:1-6 We love this passage of scripture, it has been and will continue to be an amazing source of comfort and assurance in so many different circumstances ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Be Strong In The Lord

    Contributed by David Nolte on Mar 7, 2021
     | 4,965 views

    We, in our own strength, have no chance in our spiritual warfare

    Real strength ? Is not a matter of mere muscle power. ? Is not just brute force. ? Is not determined by how much weight you can lift. ? Is not represented in Arnold Schwarzenegger, Hulk Hogan or even Superman. Strength that matters ? Is a thing of character, will, determination. ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    More Than Conquerors

    Contributed by Shawn Miller on Jun 15, 2015
     | 15,321 views

    Three ways we are more than Conquerors: 1. Trouble 2. Anxiety (distress/worry) 3. Persecution

    More than Conquerors Introduction: In ancient Rome, crowds by the tens of thousands would gather in the Colosseum to watch as Christians were torn apart by wild animals. Paul Rader, commenting on his visit to this famous landmark, said, "I stood uncovered to the heavens above, where He sits for ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Satan's Strategy

    Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Aug 22, 2016
     | 11,384 views

    A message to emphasis the power of Satan in the world.

    "Satan's Strategy" 2 Corinthians 2:11 Lest Satan should get an advantage of us: for we are not ignorant of his devices. Introduction: Like many of you I am very concerned with what is going on in the world today. We see all of our institutions crumbling before our eyes. The things that we have ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Necessity Of The Holy Spirit Baptism

    Contributed by John Oscar on May 20, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,412 views

    Pastor John shares why we need the Holy Spirit to help us survive and thrive in our current world

    The Necessity of the Holy Spirit Baptism Scripture: Acts 2:1-4 Introduction: Today is Pentecost Sunday. It’s the day that the Holy Spirit was poured out upon the original followers of Jesus, and has been poured out on his believers ever since. The baptism in or off (interchangeable terms) the ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Ron Ferguson avatar

    Lessons From Jeremiah – Part 14 – The Lion Of Babylon Was About To Pounce – Faithless King And Rulers Series

    Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Apr 13, 2024
     | 962 views

    Jeremiah appeals yet again to the people and king to repent, but they ignored him. Jeremiah preaches and warns of the lion from the north – Babylon. The religious class and prophets were wicked and misled the king. Difference between repentance and remorse looked at.

    LESSONS FROM JEREMIAH – PART 14 – THE LION OF BABYLON WAS ABOUT TO POUNCE – FAITHLESS KING AND RULERS PART 14 - Jeremiah 4:3-9 CHAPTER 4 [A]. PLOUGH FOR RIGHTEOUSNESS, AND CIRCUMCISE EVIL HEARTS TOWARDS CONVICTION AND REPENTANCE {{Jeremiah 4:3-4 Thus says the LORD to the men of Judah and to ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Dr. Bradford Reaves avatar

    The Distinction Of Christian Love In Jesus Series

    Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Jun 17, 2022
     | 1,869 views

    Christianity -or being a “follower” of Jesus is never about the whims of a fad or something popular. In fact, it is something that is quite counter cultural and disassociated from the world.

    Crossway Christian Fellowship Hagerstown, MD www.mycrossway.org View this sermon at: https://mycrossway.churchcenter.com/episodes/132497 Introduction In Scotland, a survey was given to law enforcement officers about their religious affiliations. What caught my attention was that 8 of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Brethren

  • Derek Geldart avatar

    Overcoming Temptations

    Contributed by Derek Geldart on Sep 22, 2019
    based on 2 ratings
     | 7,999 views

    Today’s sermon is going to review Joseph’s encounter with Potiphar’s wife and in doing so suggest that setting life boundaries in accordance with God’s word and avoiding and hating sin is the key to overcoming temptations.

    Life Lessons from Potiphar’s Wife Genesis 39:7-23 Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/?page_id=3567 If you were offered an opportunity to sin and you knew no one could find out what you had done would you indulge in the sin? What if it was a sin that you had done before and got great ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Come Closer, Pass Me Not

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Sep 26, 2025
     | 345 views

    We have a standing invitation: COME UNTO ME! If we will draw nigh to Jesus ---- He will draw nigh to us. Come and go with me to my Father's House.

    COME CLOSER, THE INVITATION. By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com (YouTube: Wade Hughes) Two parts Fodder for this lesson comes from Dick Van Huss, Winchester, Ky. THERE IS A PROMISE IF WE WILL --- GOD WILL. WILL WE HEAR THE EXHORTATION THAT GOD DESIRES US TO COME CLOSER TO ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God