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  • Ned Bartlebaugh avatar

    What A Difference The Truth Makes

    Contributed by Ned Bartlebaugh on Jan 11, 2009
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     | 3,482 views

    When we encounter Christ and hear, accept and respond to the truth we are changed.

    Illustration Have you ever heard the phrase, “Out of the mouth of babes?” Certainly you have. It comes from the simple truth that sometimes it takes a child to reveal lasting wisdom. It seems foolish but it isn’t! For example: • Patrick, age 10, said, “Never trust a dog to watch your food.” • ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    God Sticks To His Plans! Series

    Contributed by Paul Clemente on Nov 5, 2008
    based on 5 ratings
     | 7,695 views

    God will respond to people’s concerns but will always stick to His perfect plan!

    In the Book of Isaiah Chapter 14, we can read God’s plans for Israel. Verse 24 of Isaiah 14 states, The LORD Almighty has sworn, "Surely, as I have planned, so it will be, and as I have purposed, so it will stand.” God told the prophet Jeremiah, “For I know the plans I have for you, plans to ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Living In Denial Series

    Contributed by Darrin Hunt on Jun 18, 2007
     | 9,525 views

    In this Easter series, we look at 4 people and how they responded to their encounters with Christ.

    Living in Denial Mt. 26:69-75 Illus. Did you see the “Deal or no Deal” where the girl was an avid NY Jets fan? •More than that, she loved Curtis Martin. He was her hero. •As a result of being on the show, she not only got to meet Curtis, but was invited to the stadium where she met many of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Proper Response To Leadership Series

    Contributed by John Hamby on May 4, 2006
    based on 116 ratings
     | 24,244 views

    #27 in series on Hebrews. How a church member should respond to godly leadership.

    A Study of Hebrews “Jesus Is Better” Sermon # 27 “A Proper Response To Leadership” Hebrews 13.7-18 Today’s text is one of those that a pastor comes to with some reluctance. The reason for this reluctance is the fear ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Go Away!

    Contributed by Trevor Woodget on Mar 13, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,145 views

    Jesus encounter with the Demoniac challenges us to decide how we will respond to christ

    Luke 8:26-39 Basingstoke 24th February 2008 Go Away! The decisive moment in the last war took place on 6th June 1944 The campaign to liberate Western Europe was code named “Operation Broadsword” As US, British & Canadian troops landed on beaches of Northern France = D-Day! Imagine the scene - ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    How To Live In The Face Of Uncertainty Series

    Contributed by Pat Damiani on Jun 30, 2009
    based on 14 ratings
     | 24,438 views

    19th in a series from Ecclesiastes. How Christians are to respond to uncertainty in the world.

    There was once an elderly gentleman who loved playing golf. But he was almost eighty, and his vision was not very good anymore. He always had partners with him when he went out to play so they could watch his ball and tell him where it went. One day his buddies did not show up. It was a beautiful ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • John Sears avatar

    The Crutch Series

    Contributed by John Sears on Nov 21, 2013
    based on 6 ratings
     | 11,238 views

    Is Christianity a crutch for the weak minded and naive? How should Christians respond to the criticism?

    I wonder if you have heard this statement. It goes something like this. “Christianity is only for those who are weak; it only offers consolation to life’s losers.” Have you heard it or seen this criticism? Just watch TV or go see a movie sometime. Read comments under Christian Facebook ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    The Scandal Of The Virgin Birth Series

    Contributed by Rob Culler on Nov 29, 2010
     | 6,576 views

    How we respond is more important than whether or not God explains himself.

    Scandals of Christmas: Part 1—The Scandal of the Virgin Birth Introduction In some ways it is an interesting time to begin this new series. It was this weekend, one year ago, that news of a potential scandal involving golfer Tiger Woods began playing out in the media. As always seems to be ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Eric Keller avatar

    Where Are You?

    Contributed by Eric Keller on Dec 6, 2010
    based on 6 ratings
     | 19,196 views

    God is looking for you. Are you hiding or are you willing to respond to his invitation?

    WHERE ARE YOU? I. INTRODUCTION A. Me losing my keys 1. I lose my keys all the time 2. Share example of how my wife waits for me while I look for my keys B. Lost and Found Signs 1. Lost and found a. We know someone is looking for what is in that box. b. Someone is missing something 2. Lost ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Anthony Zibolski avatar

    The Man They Call Jesus

    Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Apr 24, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 9,964 views

    Love Him or hate Him, you have to respond to Jesus. There is no denying Him.

    The man they call Jesus John chapter 9:1-12, 35-41 Introduction- This week a 29 year old man from Missouri named Chris Shaw won 258 million dollars in the power ball lottery. He bought it from a convenience store that he worked at. This man had 28.96 ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    Fruitfulness Comes From The Heart

    Contributed by Jeremias Fababier on May 29, 2012
     | 7,792 views

    God promised fruitfulness, but this fruitfulness comes from our respond to His call

    TOPIC: FRUITFULNESS COMES FROM THE HEART Text: John 15:1-17 Introduction: Do we want to become fruitful in our life? Do we want to see God’s promises happen in our life? Probably your answer is a big, “YES!” But do you know that in every blessing that we receive from God, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Christ Of The Crisis

    Contributed by Pat Damiani on Mar 30, 2020
     | 15,411 views

    The example of Paul and Silas in jail reveals how the disciples of Jesus are to respond in a crisis.

    NOTE: This is a manuscript, and not a transcript of this message. The actual presentation of the message differed from the manuscript through the leading of the Holy Spirit. Therefore, it is possible, and even likely that there is material in this manuscript that was not included in the live ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Truths For Times Of Temptation

    Contributed by David Zachrich on Feb 15, 2023
    based on 4 ratings
     | 2,893 views

    We are not immune to temptation. How can we respond when we are tempted?

    Friends in Christ, A venerable legend tells that the trees in the forest gathered to have a meeting to discuss ways to unite against the very sharp axe that had cut down so many of their friends – oak, maple, spruce, poplar. One by one, the axe had sliced into them and cut them down for firewood. ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Phil Anderson avatar

    The Wrong End Of The Sword Series

    Contributed by Phil Anderson on May 12, 2017
    based on 1 rating
     | 9,828 views

    Dealing with the hurts of life and responding correctly when we cause hurt in others

    Matthew 26:47-54 (NIV2011) 47 While he was still speaking, Judas, one of the Twelve, arrived. With him was a large crowd armed with swords and clubs, sent from the chief priests and the elders of the people. 48 Now the betrayer had arranged a signal with them: “The one I kiss is the man; arrest ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Brian Bill avatar

    Why Jesus Is Hated Series

    Contributed by Brian Bill on Oct 5, 2017
     | 11,489 views

    Are you ready for God to get the glory as you respond to His goodness and grace?

    I wanted to apologize for something. I feel badly that I’ve let something slide. Many of you are no doubt wondering about it so I thought I better make it right. Pardon me for going a couple months without showing pictures of our grandson. Here’s a recent picture of Pip on a swing at a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist