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  • David Buffaloe avatar

    The Star Of Christmas

    Contributed by David Buffaloe on Dec 12, 2011
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     | 10,231 views

    Jesus Christ is the Star of Christmas

    FOCAL Matthew 2:10-11 (KJV) When they saw the star, they rejoiced with exceeding great joy. 11 And when they were come into the house, they saw the young child with Mary his mother, and fell down, and worshiped him: and when they had opened their treasures, they presented unto him gifts; gold, and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Thanksgiving Living

    Contributed by Tim Diack on Dec 12, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 8,331 views

    When we lose sight of God, and focus on our circumstances, our gratitude turns to grumbling. But practicing an attitude of gratitude in all things transforms the way we understand God and the way in which we see the world around us.

    Thanksgiving Living - Luke 17:11-19 - October 9, 2011 (Thanksgiving) Ten men. Ten life changing experiences. One transformed life. Open your Bibles with me please to the Gospel of Luke. Luke, chapter 17, beginning in verse 11. We are taking a step back from the Sermon on the Mount this ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    Jesus Says What?! (Murder) Series

    Contributed by Tim Diack on Dec 12, 2011
     | 3,155 views

    Like the Pharisees we are often content to live out the letter of the Law but God is looking for the hearth that seeks to live out the spirit of His word. Living by grace is a higher calling then living by the Law!

    Jesus Says What?! (Murder) - Matthew 5:21-26 - October 23, 2011 Series: Kingdom Life – A World Turned Upside Down #12 I had a great-uncle who served in the Royal Air Force during WWII. He had gone over to England to join up a couple of years before the war started. By the time war ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    No Lone Rangers Here Buddy Series

    Contributed by Thomas Swope on Sep 1, 2017
    based on 1 rating
     | 8,264 views

    A study of the Gospel of John 15: 9 – 27

    John 15: 9 – 27 No Lone Rangers Here Buddy 9 “As the Father loved Me, I also have loved you; abide in My love. 10 If you keep My commandments, you will abide in My love, just as I have kept My Father’s commandments and abide in His love. 11 “These things I have spoken to you, that My joy may ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

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    God Uses Weak People

    Contributed by Michael Cariño on Sep 6, 2017
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     | 25,800 views

    All of us have handicaps. Whether emotionally, spiritually, financially, or physically --- but it does not mean that God cannot use us anymore. In fact, God is in the business of using the weak, and make us into people who can do great things.

    Introduction: Kyle Maynard was born March 24, 1986 with a condition known as congenital amputation that has left him with arms that end at the elbows and legs that end near his knees. His story begins as an 11-year-old that wanted to wrestle and a coach that gave him an opportunity to try. After ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Okay, Who Brought Their Kid Series

    Contributed by Thomas Swope on Sep 8, 2017
     | 6,725 views

    A study of the Gospel of John 18: 1 – 14

    John 18: 1 – 14 Okay, Who Brought Their Kid 1 When Jesus had spoken these words, He went out with His disciples over the Brook Kidron, where there was a garden, which He and His disciples entered. 2 And Judas, who betrayed Him, also knew the place; for Jesus often met there with His disciples. 3 ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

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    Pig Pens, Prodigals And Party Poopers

    Contributed by Phillip Holbrook on Sep 12, 2017
     | 10,203 views

    An expository study of the Parable of the Prodigal Son

    Text: Luke 15:11-32 Introduction 1. ILLUS: I preached a revival at Second Baptist Church of Ashland, KY some years ago. I went alone and I traveled by plane. I started in Tallahassee, FL, flew to Atlanta International and then to Huntington, WV. The airport in Huntington is a frightening one. They ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    Here Comes The Bride Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Sep 19, 2017
     | 17,128 views

    This sermon on Genesis 24 covers the story of finding a bride for Isaac. The application focuses on learning to follow God in all our decision making, especially when looking for a mate.

    Introduction: A. Once there was a young couple who decided to get married. 1. As the big day approached, they grew apprehensive, because each of them had a problem they had never before shared with anyone, not even each other. 2. The groom-to-be decided to ask his father for advice about his ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Unqualified Leader Series

    Contributed by C. Philip Green on Sep 20, 2017
     | 11,557 views

    If you want to be a positive influence on others, don't compromise with the world, take care of your family, be consistent in the way you live your life, but most of all, count on God's grace.

    Peter Falk (1927-2011), who died just a few years ago, will always be remembered for the role he played as an eccentric, sloppy detective in the TV series called “Columbo.” More often than not, he played dumb, but that put his subjects off guard, and he was always able to solve his cases as a ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    Bless More People Series

    Contributed by Bruce B. Miller on Dec 21, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,805 views

    How does giving gifts to your family and friends honor Jesus? Are you thinking about Jesus as you buy the gift at Wal-Mart? When you are wrapping it? When you give it to the person? Sometimes our reasons to give are not healthy. Let’s take a look at what

    Christmas Conspiracy/Reclaim Christmas Series Bless More People Bruce B. Miller Bless more people I heard a story of a lady who was out Christmas shopping with her two children. After many hours of looking at row after row of toys and everything else imaginable, and after hours of hearing both ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    Supernatural Assurance Series

    Contributed by Bruce B. Miller on Dec 29, 2011
     | 5,826 views

    You can live a supernatural life by the Spirit because of God’s amazing gifts in Christ.

    Supernatural Assurance Romans 8:26-3 Bruce Miller Supernatural Assurance We are in a powerful series: Supernatural, a study of Romans chapter eight. At Christ Fellowship a series such as this involves more than worship services. We follow a simple discipleship pattern, a rhythm that grows us to ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    Celebrate Jesus Series

    Contributed by Bruce B. Miller on Dec 29, 2011
     | 6,738 views

    It’s time we reclaimed Christmas and that is what Christmas Conspiracy is all about.

    Christmas Conspiracy/Reclaim Christmas Series Celebrate Jesus/Matthew 2 Bruce B. Miller Celebrate Jesus Matthew 2 Even though you may still be eating left-overs, Thanksgiving is over and it is Christmas time. We did not dare go shopping on black Friday? Who here braved the stores on Friday? Who ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    The Blessing Series

    Contributed by C. Philip Green on Jan 5, 2012
     | 12,049 views

    If you want your future to be better than your past, don’t give into your passions. Instead, rest in God’s provision of a King, King Jesus, the Lion from the tribe of Judah, who died to save us from our sins.

    Pastor Donn Moomaw was preaching in Bel Air, Maryland, where a lady came up to him after a sermon and said, “Oh, Reverend Moomaw, I just have to tell you that every sermon you preach is better than your next.” He thanked her and then went home to think about it. It’s not ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    The Great Scandal At Christmas

    Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Jan 10, 2012
    based on 3 ratings
     | 6,543 views

    The great scandal at Christmas is that a Righteous and Holy God, would seek to be in a loving relationship with us.

    The Great Scandal At Christmas Matthew 1:18-1:25 12-11-05 Isaiah 7:13-17 Luke 1:26-38 Today we know all about scandals. There’s been scandals in our county government. Scandals in our churches, and scandals in our financial system. We find that scandals are nothing new. They happened in ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Transforming Evil With The Power Of Love

    Contributed by Manny Salva Cruz on Feb 24, 2014
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,736 views

    What do we do with the difficult people in our lives? Our natural reaction is to take revenge and to fight back. In our message for today, we will learn that LOVE can overcome everything.

    Matthew 5:38-42New International Version (NIV) Eye for Eye38 “You have heard that it was said, ‘Eye for eye, and tooth for tooth.’[a] 39 But I tell you, do not resist an evil person. If anyone slaps you on the right cheek, turn to them the other cheek also. 40 And if anyone wants ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene