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  • Andrew Papson III avatar

    He Is Not Here

    Contributed by Andrew Papson Iii on May 16, 2009
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    The tomb speaks

    He is Not Here I The tomb speaks of darkness. God is light and in Him there is no darkness at all. 1 John 1:5 II The tomb speaks of defeat. He shall rule with a rod of iron. Rev, 19:15 III The tomb speaks death I am the resurrection and the Life John 11:25 IV The tomb speaks of grief. God ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Byron Sherman avatar

    Setting The Stage For The Spirit Of God-6 Series

    Contributed by Byron Sherman on Apr 16, 2010
     | 2,625 views

    Luke recorded for Theophilus an account of those acts which preceded the coming of the Holy Spirit in Jesus’ physical absence. How is the stage set for the acts of the Holy Spirit? Setting the stage for the Spirit of God are acts of...

    C-SETTING the STAGE for the SPIRIT-VI—Acts 1:9-14 Luke recorded for Theophilus an account of those acts which preceded the coming of the Holy Spirit in Jesus’ physical absence. How is the stage set for the acts of the Holy Spirit? 17 acts setting the stage for the Spirit of God are Acts of... 1. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dave Martin avatar

    They Saw Much When They Saw Nothing

    Contributed by Dave Martin on Mar 30, 2013
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    Easter, Resurrection

    They Saw Much When They Saw Nothing Text: Luke 24:1-12 When the disciples were with Jesus, it seemed as if everything Jesus said to them went in one ear and right out the other. They never quite seemed to "get it" when Jesus was alive. They never understood about His Kingdom until after He was ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    We're Glad You Came

    Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Dec 21, 2014
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    A sermon on the response to Jesus coming.

    "We're Glad You Came" Luke 2:8-20 Introduction: CONSIDER AGAIN CHRISTMAS When Pope Julius I authorized December 25 to be celebrated as the birthday of Jesus in A.D. 353, who would have ever thought that it would become what it is today. When Professor Charles Follen lit candles on the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Don Schultz avatar

    In Christ You Have It All

    Contributed by Don Schultz on Aug 13, 2014
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    Feeling like something is missing in your life? Maybe you shouldn't. Or maybe you should! What really completes a person?

    Colossians 2:8-10: In Christ you Have it All See to it that no one takes you captive through hollow and deceptive philosophy, which depends on human tradition and the basic principles of this world rather than on Christ. 9 For in Christ all the fullness of the Deity lives in bodily form, 10 and ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Why Believe In Christ's Resurrection?

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Nov 10, 2016
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    Why we believe in Christ's resurrection

    A. HISTORY: CREDIBLE OBSERVERS AND A RELIABLE RECORD B. WHY WE BELIEVE IN CHRIST’S RESURRECTION 1. The tomb was empty. “They (the women) found the stone rolled away . . . and found not the body of the Lord Jesus Christ” (Luke 24:2-3). The angel said, “He is not here: ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Tale From The Tomb

    Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Sep 17, 2020
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    An unlikely rumour.

    A TALE FROM THE TOMB. Matthew 27:55-66; Matthew 28:11-15. Most of Jesus’ male disciples had fled, but certain women were nearby when He was crucified (Matthew 27:55-56). In the aftermath of Jesus’ death we are introduced to a rich man named Joseph of Arimathea, “who also himself was ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Travis Leib avatar

    Have You Made Your Mind Up ?

    Contributed by Travis Leib on Apr 21, 2019
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    A rumor of a risen savior, and an empty tomb was not enough to convince.

    Recently, the news has been captivated with the burning of the Notre Dame Cathedral. There are thousands that are grieving the loss of many artifacts and history telling items. The cathedral was a celebrated icon, for what it contained inside, which is now lost. The greatest medieval cathedral ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

  • Dennis Davidson avatar

    The Resurrection From The Dead Of The Humble King Series

    Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Apr 13, 2020
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     | 6,132 views

    Their hope seemed lost, but a new dawn, the dawn of a new day was coming and renewal and hope was in the wings of this new sun rise. The Light of new age, the hope of a new covenant was rising with this new day.

    MARK 16:1-8-9 THE RESURRECTION FROM THE DEAD OF THE HUMBLE KING What we find in Mark as in the other gospels, though all have different details, an account of women finding that Jesus’ tomb was empty and receiving a message that he had risen. All other evidence that Mark has recounted to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    "just As He Said"

    Contributed by Curtis Mathis on Apr 24, 2022
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    Yes, Easter has passed…but I think I will remain here, at the tomb, yet a little longer…

    RED OAK BAPTIST Pastor Curtis Mathis 4/24/2022 – Sunday AM Matthew 28:6 “…JUST AS HE SAID… Introduction: Well, another Easter has come and gone, the baskets of goodies have been delivered, families have gathered, meals have been eaten, eggs have been hunted, and the peace lilies have left the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    If Tombs Could Talk

    Contributed by Guy Glass on Apr 7, 2023
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    This message looks at the early morning arrival of the women to anoint the body of Jesus and what they though as compared to what they experienced

    IF TOMBS COULD TALK MARK 16:1–6 WHEN THE SABBATH WAS OVER, MARY MAGDALENE, MARY THE MOTHER OF JAMES, AND SALOME BOUGHT SPICES SO THAT THEY MIGHT GO TO ANOINT JESUS’ BODY. 2 VERY EARLY ON THE FIRST DAY OF THE WEEK, JUST AFTER SUNRISE, THEY WERE ON THEIR WAY TO THE TOMB 3 AND THEY ASKED EACH OTHER, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Elmer Towns avatar

    My Resurrection And Victory Lesson 8 Series

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jul 6, 2023
     | 866 views

    His death and resurrection has changed individuals, people groups, nations, and empires. My resurrection is fundamental to your faith. “The gospel, I died for your sins . . . I was buried . . . after three days I arose” (1 Cor. 15:5).

    ** Note: All Scripture references in this lesson are from The Bible by Jesus unless otherwise noted A. MY RESURRECTION IS FOUNDATIONAL STONE OF ETERNITY 1. Because the world rejects Me, they will reject My resurrection. a. Guards slept and disciples stole body. b. Swoon theory. c. Not ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    An Overflowing Vessel

    Contributed by Bala Samson on Jun 9, 2019
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     | 10,303 views

    The world today needs this power to make a lasting impact on people, not pick up mutton on the way from church but power that keeps your mind stick like glue to God.

    Overflowing vessel Deuteronomy 34:9”Now Joshua the son of Nun was filled with the spirit of wisdom, for Moses had laid his hands on him; and the sons of Israel listened to him and did as the LORD had commanded Moses.” Boy, this scripture kind of made me go bonkers! You know what, you don’t have ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Jeff Strite avatar

    The Race Toward Evil - Which Way Will You Run? Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Aug 22, 2005
    based on 63 ratings
     | 25,450 views

    Judah had embraced wickedness in their lives... but why? Did they just wake up one morning and say "I’m going to be wicked?"

    wOPEN: Why do people do “evil things?” About 7 years ago (8/31/98), Charles Colson wrote that “A generation of liberals in academia and government has accepted the view that if only the evils of society – such as poverty, unemployment and racism – were overcome, crime would disappear.” Former ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • J.K. Hill avatar

    When The Brook Runs Dry: 1 Kings 17 Series

    Contributed by J.k. Hill on Apr 13, 2014
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     | 19,039 views

    Elijah (God is the Lord) stood up boldly for God. He proved that God is the one who owns and his in charge of everyone and everything as he encounters a drought, a dry brook, a depleted barrel, and a dead boy.

    Supplies: Fake Vine, Scissors Series Drought: Moving from parched to passionate (1 Kings 17-19) Week One: When the brook runs dry Go ahead and be turning to 1 Kings 17, fill in blanks I want to start out today with a question: What do Passover, an extra cup of wine, leaving the door of your ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist