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  • Dr. Jerry Hulse avatar

    "christ: The Ultimate Model Intercessor"

    Contributed by Dr. Jerry Hulse on Jun 28, 2023
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,892 views

    This message pertains to the study of two fig trees. The first one displayed leaves without producing any fruit. The second one was planted in good soil but required an intercessor to save it from dying, to have another opportunity to grow and bear fruit. Which tree represents you?

    SCRIPTURAL REFERENCES (Luke 13:6-9) (6) "He spake also this parable; A certain man had a fig tree planted in his vineyard; and he came and sought fruit thereon, and found none." (7) "Then said he unto the dresser ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Pastor Sam Georgis avatar

    Understanding Times & Seasons!

    Contributed by Pastor Sam Georgis on Jan 14, 2023
    based on 1 rating
     | 16,762 views

    The time and the season is very important in our lives as Christians, our God works by time and season, The worst possible thing that you can lose is not money, or people.... IT’S TIME!

    The book of Genesis is a great book; the meaning of genesis in Hebrew is “in the beginning”. It’s good to know the beginnings of things! Many people are lost, adrift, mislead, misplaced, and deceived because they don’t know how they’ve started their foundation! Or what would their foundations ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Ron Freeman, Evangelist avatar

    Woman: Where Are Your Accusers? Series

    Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Sep 25, 2022
    based on 3 ratings
     | 14,223 views

    To establish Jesus' wisdom in dealings with Israel’s leaders that brought to Him a woman alleging she was caught in adultery, and Moses commanded to stone such a woman, tempting Him to have reason to accuse Him. This lesson exposes their plot against the Lord.

    INTRODUCTION Outline. 1. The Woman’s Accusers 2. The Woman Accused 3. The Woman’s Acquitter Introductory Remarks. 1. Today's lesson will discuss the theme: “Woman: Where Are Your Accusers?” Jesus’ words to the mob: "You without sin cast the first stone," convicted her accusers, ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Joseph Marshall avatar

    A Foundational Parable Series

    Contributed by Joseph Marshall on Mar 8, 2020
     | 4,721 views

    Why is it so important to understand the Parable of the Sower?

    1. Jesus indicates that if you do not understand the parable of the sower, you will not have the foundation upon which to build your understanding of other parables. 2. The parable of the sower contains four basic elements that are essential to understanding the kingdom of God: A. Sowing – ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Michael Sampson avatar

    Why Worry

    Contributed by Michael Sampson on Apr 15, 2003
    based on 7 ratings
     | 7,210 views

    What does the bible say about worry?

    Seek ye First Matt 6:25-34 25 Therefore I say unto you, Take no thought for your life, what ye shall eat, or what ye shall drink; nor yet for your body, what ye shall put on. Is not the life more than meat, and the body than raiment? 26 Behold the fowls of the air: for they sow not, neither do ...read more

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    Denomination: Adventist

  • Stephen Gibney avatar

    First Things First Series

    Contributed by Stephen Gibney on May 10, 2003
    based on 9 ratings
     | 5,351 views

    God’s Covenant with Adam.

    THE ADAM PROJECT First Things First: Genesis 1:26, 27; 2:4-7 We would do well to start preaching the gospel not in terms of just religion, or having a relationship with God but preaching it on the basis of a covenant that God makes with people. In fact the Bible is divided into two testaments the ...read more

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    Denomination: Apostolic

  • Jeffrey Kellum avatar

    Living Stones Versus Dead Wood

    Contributed by Jeffrey Kellum on May 21, 2003
    based on 66 ratings
     | 10,155 views

    Because Christ is the Cornerstone, we are to be living stones that build a spiritual house based on acceptable sacrifices.

    Introduction: 1 Peter 2:4-10 "Psalm 122 - I was glad when they said to me, come to the House of the Lord. Where else in this world can you go to hear such a message of hope; You are chosen, You are special, You are the people of God - Opening Prayer Illustration: I have an interesting item to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Leon Hergert avatar

    The Cross: It's Wisdom

    Contributed by Leon Hergert on Mar 14, 2002
    based on 134 ratings
     | 4,564 views

    As we look at Jesus during his last hours we see the son of God, but we also see very clearly his humanity. He was a man, and he can identify with our needs.

    The Cross: It’s wisdom Mark 14:32-42 Every Christian can grow in their knowledge of Jesus Christ, but understanding the experiences of Jesus in the Garden of Gethsamane. Introduction: There are some interesting facts about the sisal plant from which is made tough sisal twine. It grows in ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Lynn Floyd avatar

    What A Real Celebrity Looks Like

    Contributed by Lynn Floyd on Jun 28, 2002
    based on 67 ratings
     | 7,898 views

    Using John 12:20-26 I talk about genuine servanthood. (A pre-mission trip sermon.)

    What A Real Celebrity Looks Like John 12:20-26 Intro: Our world is mesmerized by celebrities. We want to know what they wear, eat, do on vacation, who they are marrying or divorcing. Maybe its because we sometimes think celebrities are almost superhero. Maybe we want to see ourselves in them. I ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Robert Leroe avatar

    "Death And The Dance: David, Uzzah, And The Ark”

    Contributed by Robert Leroe on Jul 7, 2002
    based on 268 ratings
     | 55,093 views

    God is holy, and not to be trifled with. We wisely enter His presence with the awareness that He is a consuming fire.

    “Death and the Dance: David, Uzzah, and the Ark”, II Samuel 6 This chapter qualifies as one of the difficult passages of Scripture. We are taken aback at the harsh action of God, in what we might regard as a merciless act of justice. On the surface, we see Uzzah doing what appears as a ...read more

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    Denomination: Congregational

  • Philip Gunther avatar

    Is Your Life Built To Last?

    Contributed by Philip Gunther on Sep 1, 2001
    based on 125 ratings
     | 15,982 views

    A life built to last is constructed upon the person of Christ and by means of putting his words into practice.

    The Parable Of The Two Builders Rev. Philip A. Gunther Cathedrals & Towers Dedicated in 1093 AD, making it some 908 years old, Europe’s oldest gothic church stands proudly as a magnificent and massive architectural creation. Situated in the city of Winchester, in the county of Hampshire, in the ...read more

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    Denomination: Mennonite

  • John Hamby avatar

    The Value Of Your Testimony Series

    Contributed by John Hamby on Sep 19, 2001
    based on 236 ratings
     | 35,046 views

    How Paul used his testimony to reach people for Christ.

    A Study of the Book of Acts Sermon # 37 “The Value of Your Testimony” Acts 22:1-15 We never know when we will be required to speak up for the Lord. Paul had been worshipping in the temple, when he was falsely accused of bringing a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Ely Lambert avatar

    The Extraordinary Jesus

    Contributed by Ely Lambert on Jan 1, 2003
    based on 14 ratings
     | 5,223 views

    The amazing factor of Jesus is beyond words. It is encouraging to hear about the extra-ordinary qualities of Jesus.

    Introduction: I. The Sears tower is the largest building in America A. It is 110 stories tall and 1,454 feet high. 1. It contains 4.5 million square feet of floor space 2. It took three years to build at a cost of $150 million dollars 3. It contains 43,000 miles of telephone cable, 2,000 miles of ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Wade Martin Hughes, Sr avatar

    #4are You Leaving Also?wandering Stars Series

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on May 30, 2002
    based on 14 ratings
     | 5,189 views

    We study wandering stars in our conclusion of the study: Are you leaving also?

    #4 ARE YOU LEAVING TOO...? WANDERING STARS By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com TEXT: Isaiah 66:8 When Zion travails sons and daughters will be born... John 6:2 And the great multitude followed Him, because THEY SAW MIRACLES which Jesus had done on those with diseases. John 6:66 From ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Mark Beaird avatar

    Coping With Grief

    Contributed by Mark Beaird on Feb 1, 2001
    based on 130 ratings
     | 14,346 views

    Guidance for coping with times of grief.

    COPING WITH GRIEF  1999 by Mark Beaird Text: 2 Samuel 12:16-23 Few stories of someone’s grief are as touching as that of Horatio C. Spafford, who lived from 1828-1888.  Spafford had known peaceful and happy days as a successful attorney in Chicago. He was the father ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal