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  • D Marion Clark avatar

    Righteous Rule Series

    Contributed by D Marion Clark on Jul 13, 2012
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     | 7,521 views

    These proverbs teach how rulers of every sphere of life ought to carry out their responsibility.

    Introduction We are taking a summer break from 1 Corinthians and returning to Proverbs. I don’t know about you, but I could use a break after sermons on church discipline, Christian conflict, homosexuality, and sexual immorality. I’m not quite ready to move into adultery and divorce, ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    This Very Stone

    Contributed by David Anderson on May 4, 2001
    based on 116 ratings
     | 8,531 views

    Followers of Christ will not be received well by the world and its rulers, but we are called to be faithful.

    Sermon: “THIS VERY STONE” Rev. David Anderson Isaiah 5:1-7; Philippians 3:12-21, Matthew 21:33-43 + + + Reading again from the Gospel of Matthew we listen to these words of our Lord Jesus: “This very stone which the builders rejected has become the had of the corner...” It ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Kenneth Trent avatar

    Right Question! Wrong Answer!

    Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Dec 28, 2008
    based on 13 ratings
     | 6,923 views

    The rich young ruler asked the right question but was unable to accept the right answer.

    RIGHT QUESTION! WRONG ANSWER! 17 Now as He was going out on the road, one came running, knelt before Him, and asked Him, "Good Teacher, what shall I do that I may inherit eternal life?" 18 So Jesus said to him, "Why do you call Me good? No one is good but One, that is, God. 19 You know the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Christopher Benfield avatar

    The Light Of The World Series

    Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Sep 8, 2021
    based on 1 rating
     | 11,794 views

    Light has the ability to penetrate and permeate the darkness. When light is introduced, darkness has to flee. Darkness and light cannot inhabit the same position. There are times when barriers prevent light from reaching darkness, but once it does, the darkness is gone.

    The Light of the World Matthew 5: 14-16 We are continuing our study of the Sermon on the Mount. This is the longest recorded message we have that our Savior preached. It was given to the disciples, the followers of Jesus, and reveals much practical application to the lives we live. In our last ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Shawn Drake avatar

    Where's The Light?

    Contributed by Shawn Drake on May 29, 2001
    based on 190 ratings
     | 8,307 views

    A sermon comparing light and darkness.(This sermon was preached in the dark with a spotlight.)

    WHERE’S THE LIGHT? JOHN 3:16-21 {Start sermon with all lights out.} Introduction: 1. We are living in a time when this is the results we are seeing: a. Over 1 million abortions a year. b. 100 million children are homeless. c. 1 million victims- of whom are mainly women and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Who Do You Say I Am

    Contributed by John Daniel Johnson on Aug 18, 2019
    based on 4 ratings
     | 13,398 views

    We’ll be looking at the most important question that had ever been asked of mankind. This question causes us to look into the mirror of our understanding. My prayer is we’ll examine our life and discover every flaw or defect and fix those problems, if any exist, before it’s too late.

    Who Do You Say I Am? Scripture Reference: Matthew 16:13-16 Preached at Mount Zion Baptist Church on August 11, 2019 Delivered by Rev. John Daniel Johnson This past week, I was standing in the bathroom, admiring myself in the mirror. I took my shirt off and started flexing to myself. I stood there ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Mike Schmelzer avatar

    A Matter Of The Heart

    Contributed by Mike Schmelzer on Oct 7, 2013
    based on 6 ratings
     | 11,638 views

    This message illustrates how we could be good people and follow the law, but not have a relationship with Jesus Christ.

    INTRODUCTION The encounter of this young man is recorded in three of the gospels, Matthew, Mark, and Luke. It reminds me of a game show I used to watch when I was a kid. ILLUST: It was called, “Let’s Make a Deal”. The Young Man and His Desire for Eternal Life There are some ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • John Oscar avatar

    God And Government Series

    Contributed by John Oscar on Sep 27, 2020
     | 4,245 views

    A look into how Christians interact with human government

    God and Government Romans Series CCCAG September 26th, 2020 Scripture- Romans 13 I'm going to be honest with you. Out of all the scriptures in Romans, this is the one that I wanted an excuse to avoid because it’s the scripture that everyone will have a strong opinion about, and even more ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    The Only Real Fix For Our Lifelong Craving

    Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Dec 26, 2023
     | 537 views

    We are looking for true wealth, true relationship, true joy

    Sixth Day of the Christmas Octave 2023 “Do not love the world or the things in the world. If any one loves the world, love for the Father is not in him.” St. John, writing in his old age to the communities of Asia Minor he feels responsible for, is trying to help younger Christians, and their ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

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    The Light And The Lie Series

    Contributed by Peter Loughman on Jan 12, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,474 views

    It turns out CONFESSION is an important aspect of remaining in the light along with the obvious - Understanding Scripture and following the Holy Spirit.

    A man and his wife are awakened at 3 o’clock in the morning by a loud pounding on their door. The man gets up and goes to the door where a drunken stranger in the pouring rain is asking for a push. “Not a chance” says the husband - “It’s three o’clock in the morning!” He slams the door and ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    God Of The Nations Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 10, 2025
     | 28 views

    Our God is not limited to churches, continents, or constitutions. He is the God of the nations, who reigns from eternity past to eternity future. He is watching the nations, weighing them in His balance, and inviting them to bow to His rule.

    GOD OF THE NATIONS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Psalm 22:27-28 Supporting Texts: Isaiah 40:15, Acts 17:26-27, Daniel 4:17, Revelation 15:3-4, Psalm 33:10-12 INTRODUCTION: In a time when global systems are shaken, political structures fail, and cultures drift further from truth, it is ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Ajai Prakash avatar

    Kingdom Of Heaven (Part 6) Series

    Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Aug 31, 2015
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,456 views

    What is clearly revealed here is that doing the will of God must ultimately find expression in following Jesus. You cannot do God’s will and not follow Christ. Apart from allegiance to him by faith, there is no salvation.

    Opening illustration: One dark and stormy night, a gang of thieves broke into a jewelry store, but they were on a mission with a difference. They didn't steal a thing. But they carefully went round the whole shop and switched all the price tags. Then they left. The next day, the staff came in, and ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • James May avatar

    Selling Out Or Holding Out

    Contributed by James May on Nov 17, 2002
    based on 27 ratings
     | 6,237 views

    The Rich Young Ruler Held Out but Paul Sold Out. What will you do?

    SELLING OUT OR HOLDING OUT Matthew 19:16-22, "And, behold, one came and said unto him, Good Master, what good thing shall I do, that I may have eternal life? And he said unto him, Why callest thou me good? there is none good but one, that is, God: but if thou wilt enter into life, keep the ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Rodney Kelley avatar

    What Shall I Do?

    Contributed by Rodney Kelley on Sep 14, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 2,924 views

    The rich young ruler chose the cares of this world rather than his own salvation

    The rich young ruler was asking - What do I do? What a question! Others have asked this in the Scriptures: • Pilate Matt 27:22, Pilate saith unto them, What shall I do then with Jesus which is called Christ? • Paul - Acts 9:6, And he trembling and astonished said, Lord, what wilt thou have me ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • The Rev deniray mueller avatar

    When Is Enough, Enough?

    Contributed by The Rev Deniray Mueller on Oct 14, 2018
     | 7,972 views

    when do we stop accumulating 'things' and follow Jesus admonition to the rich ruler?

    Mark 10:17-31 Our Father, we thank you for your Word and for the eternal truths that guide us day by day. We thank you most of all for the living Word, Jesus Christ, and the sureness of his presence. Teach us how to turn unto you so that your thoughts may be our thoughts, and your ways our ways. ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal