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  • I. Grant Spong avatar

    Spong Vs Spong Part 1

    Contributed by I. Grant Spong on May 22, 2020
     | 1,867 views

    The Church has been taken over by those who do not follow the faith once for all delivered to the saints. One of its chief proponents has been a member of my clan, John (Jack) Shelby Spong. Well, it’s time to rise up, defend the truth of the Scriptures and uphold the family name.

    The Church has been taken over by those who do not follow the faith once for all delivered to the saints. One of its chief proponents has been a member of my clan, John (Jack) Shelby Spong. Well, it’s time to rise up, defend the truth of the Scriptures and uphold the family name. Noted New ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    In Christ, I Am...confident Series

    Contributed by Vic Folkert on Aug 17, 2018
     | 6,902 views

    When we lack confidence, we need the eyes of our hearts to be opened, to comprehend the hope to which God has called us, the riches our inheritance, and the resurrection power in us.

    In Christ, I am…Confident—Ephesians 1:15-23 (Series on Ephesians: In Christ, I Am…) We have all known people who struggle with lack of confidence. It is not that they lack opportunity or ability; they just lack the confidence to believe they can succeed. ***I grew up across the street from ten ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Fifth Sunday After Epiphany (B C P). Series

    Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Feb 4, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 598 views

    Sermons upon the Bible readings of the Book of Common Prayer.

    Psalm 118:14-21, Hosea 6:4-6, Colossians 3:12-17, Matthew 13:24-30. A). THE LORD MY SALVATION. Psalm 118:14-21. This Psalm is the last of the processional Psalms which were sung by pilgrims on their way up to Jerusalem for the great Jewish feasts. There are echoes of the Passover, and ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Watch Your Back! David & Saul Series

    Contributed by Keith Manry on May 18, 2004
    based on 30 ratings
     | 15,651 views

    Part 4 in a series on the Life of David.

    Insights from the Life of David – Part 4: “Watch Your Back! David & Saul” I Samuel 18:5-29 If you’ve been with us over the past three weeks you know that we’re studying the life of David who the Bible tells us was “a man after God’s own heart.” Our study began three weeks ago as we discovered that ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Dana Visneskie avatar

    The Beatitudes (Part 6 - The Pure In Heart)

    Contributed by Dana Visneskie on Oct 26, 2004
    based on 44 ratings
     | 7,940 views

    What does it mean to be pure in heart? I give the definition and show what pure in heart look like in the Christian.

    Title: The Pure In Heart Text: Matt 5:8 Pray!!! Read Text!!! Introduction: - What does it mean to be pure in heart? - To be pure in heart means a person who has been delivered from sin’s power by God’s grace and now strive without deceit to please and glorify God and to be like Him. - Listen to ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Satan’s Deception (Sermon 6/2014)

    Contributed by Ronnie Miller on Jun 9, 2014
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    The Spiritual war is all around us, and Satan is a master planner, he constantly feeds the world false information about himself and his plans. Many people, including Christians don’t believe he existence,

    Satan’s Deception (Sermon 6/2014) 1 Peter 5:6Humble yourselves therefore under the mighty hand of God, that he may exalt you in due time: 7 Casting all your care upon him; for he careth for you. 8 Be sober, be vigilant; because your adversary the devil, as a roaring lion, walketh about, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Lord's Prayer Teaching Series

    Contributed by Edward Hardee on Jan 23, 2013
    based on 4 ratings
     | 9,652 views

    A teaching on the Lord's prayer and the importance of prayer

    Note: One of the influences of prayer has come from Jim Cymbala so if there are similarities it is because I have read many of his books. Title: How to Pray Theme: To show from Jesus’ example how to pray Text: Matthew 6:9-13 Facts about the Sermon on the Mount • At the beginning of ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Victory In Jesus Series

    Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Jun 23, 2016
     | 13,922 views

    Far too many believers live defeated lives. The Lord is never pleased when we surrender to our difficulties and admit defeat. Granted we can't overcome within our own ability, but with the help of the Lord, we can live victoriously.

    Victory in Jesus 1 John 2: 1-6 As I studied this passage, I was reminded of the relationship John enjoyed with Christ. He was part of the inner circle, one of three that were closest to Jesus. I am convinced Jesus didn’t love those three more than the others, but they were privileged to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Judith Hand avatar

    Raised Up Revved Up Prayed Up Series

    Contributed by Judith Hand on Feb 6, 2015
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     | 13,044 views

    To avoid burnout and stay focused on our mission to share the good news we must be raised up revved up and prayed up according to Isaiah 40:21-31 1st Corinthians 9:16-23 and Mark 1:29-39

    Raised Up Revved Up Prayed Up Isaiah 40:21-31 I Corinthians 9:16-23 Mark 1:29-39 Most of us are very busy and we associate this with being productive. But I have found that everyone likes to declare a “snow day” once in a while and simply slow down and sit around and read a ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Tim Hinrichs avatar

    Mythbusting Humility

    Contributed by Tim Hinrichs on Feb 17, 2012
     | 4,478 views

    It's a myth that godly zeal or that Biblical knowledge produce humility. Instead only the Law can crush pride and the Holy Spirit can produce true humility.

    Have you seen “Mythbusters”? It’s a reality show on television which takes a modern myth and tries to disprove it. So far they’ve tackled over 700 myths. Let me just give you a few as an example: Talking to your plants helps them grow. Not true! Toast always falls butter ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Marge Kryzanowski Abram avatar

    Will You Be Made Whole!

    Contributed by Marge Kryzanowski Abram on Mar 23, 2015
     | 6,517 views

    Jesus wants to do more for us than we can even imagine Ephesians 3:20 (KJV) Now unto him that is able to do exceeding abundantly above all that we ask or think, according to the power that worketh in us, This outline shares a few questions the Lord asks us and what is our answer?

    WILL YOU BE MADE WHOLE! John 5:5-9 (KJV) 5 And a certain man was there, which had an infirmity thirty and eight years. 6 When Jesus saw him lie, and knew that he had been now a long time in that case, he saith unto him, Wilt thou be made whole? 7 The impotent man answered him, Sir, I have no man, ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Ajai Prakash avatar

    ‘salvation'- Through Christ Alone Series

    Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Feb 19, 2008
    based on 5 ratings
     | 21,914 views

    Jesus is the source of our salvation, but how did he do it? He did it by becoming a man, living a sinless life, dying on the cross as a sacrifice for our sins, and rising from the dead three days later conquering the grave. More than that, Jesus is the so

    God’s Wonderful Plan of Salvation! Soteria (Greek) – rescue / safety 1. What does it mean to be saved? • Freedom from the bondage of sin. • Peace with God. • He with us & in us. • Become a new creation. • Indwelling of the Holy Spirit. * It is eternally more important than being saved from fire, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Michael McCartney avatar

    Jesus "i Am The Resurrection And The Life" Series

    Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Aug 20, 2021
     | 3,785 views

    The "I Am" proclamation of Jesus in John's Gospel revealed that Jesus is the Messiah and the same God who spoke to Moses. Jesus said He was the “Resurrection and the Life” then He proved it by raising Lazarus from the dead and by His rising from the dead himself.

    Series: “Jesus the I Am of Renewal” Sermon: "Jesus ‘I Am the Resurrection and the Life’ " Thesis: The "I Am" proclamation of Jesus in John's Gospel revealed that Jesus is the Messiah and the same God who spoke to Moses. Jesus said He was the “Resurrection and the Life” ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Justin Steckbauer avatar

    Comparing The Butterfly To The Resurrection: Life And Death Examined

    Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Apr 10, 2023
     | 1,707 views

    We declare in faith, "He is Risen." Jesus is alive. Right now. He rose from the dead two thousand years ago. And his disciples were shocked to see him alive. Yet he had promised he would rise again.

    “Cancer had reduced six-year-old Christian to skin and bones. It was during his final days that nature bestowed its annual miracle. Millions of yellow butterflies invade northeast Oklahoma with a gentle firestorm of color and dance, covering the landscape and bringing unbridled joy after the ...read more

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    Denomination: Salvation Army

  • Kory Wilcoxson avatar

    Christians In The Hov Lanes

    Contributed by Kory Wilcoxson on Mar 12, 2006
    based on 3 ratings
     | 2,137 views

    To acknowledge that we believe that Jesus is the Christ and our Lord and Savior is more than just a decision made above the neck; it’s a decision that comes from the heart. And if it comes from the heart, we are no longer the same person. We have been cha

    When I lived in the Washington, D.C. area right after high school, I worked afternoons at a doctor’s office in Springfield, Va. This was the height of my pre-Christian days, so I didn’t have much use in my life for religion. But there wase a group of nurses who worked there that I really ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ