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  • Scott Coltrain avatar

    Jesus And Pilate

    Contributed by Scott Coltrain on Sep 11, 2002
    based on 101 ratings
     | 11,483 views

    An examination of the meeting of Jesus and Pontius Pilate and the lessons that can be gained from their encounter, concerning the nature of civil authority and our relationship to it.

    The Jewish authorities wanted Jesus dead but were unwilling to kill Him themselves because they did not wish to lose favor with the common people who believed in Jesus. They wanted Rome to do it. They wanted Rome to take the blame. The evil Jewish authorities played Pontius Pilate like a fiddle to ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Everybody Is Not Your Friend

    Contributed by Ronnie Mcneill on Mar 2, 2008
    based on 17 ratings
     | 16,816 views

    This sermon is to remind us that every person that we encounter in life is not always our firend. And by the way...smiling faces do tell lies.

    Introduction: We as Christians have to be ever so careful who we associate ourselves with. We have to be careful who we allow to be in our space. We even have to be careful who we allow in our homes. My father would always say, Watch your friends and your enemies can’t hurt you. Sometimes your ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Power Of One...in The Home Series

    Contributed by John Kinsey on Feb 6, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 2,820 views

    I preached this message as a part of a sermon series but directed it to our young people who had just finished a weekend discipleship encounter.

    “The Power of One … In Your Home” The Power of One series When a child is born, we commit to the following: 1. Love ... that gives security and confidence 2. Protect ... from dangers but not reality 3. Provide … for basic needs and future opportunity 4. Portray ... the love and example of ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

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    Mary Magdalene - From Sinner To Saint

    Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Jul 20, 2012
    based on 4 ratings
     | 11,781 views

    When Mary Magdalene encountered Christ, it transformed her from a sinner to a saint. Are we willing to allow God to do the same with us?

    TAS and WSSM 22-07-2011 Sermon Today is the Feast of St Mary Magdalene. She has a special place in the history of the church as Mary Magdalene is honored as one of the first witnesses of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    Are You The One Series

    Contributed by Steve Malone on Oct 19, 2006
    based on 17 ratings
     | 16,982 views

    If you have ever been confused, discouraged or disillusioned with God, Jesus’ encounter with John the Baptist will make a huge difference in your life.

    “Are You The One?” Jesus, His Encounters (5) I Am Jesus – Message 33 To a people who didn’t know why things were going so bad in their nation. To a people who wondered why everything seemed to be falling a part all around them. To a people who were not experiencing the life they had expected. ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Woman At The Well Series

    Contributed by Derek Melanson on Feb 4, 2006
    based on 24 ratings
     | 18,397 views

    This message is about how Jesus’ example teaches us to willingly cross boundaries and encounter people with the news of eternal life and living water.

    “The Woman at the Well” John 4: 1 – 26 Historical Background By the time of Jesus, Samaritans and Jews had been enemies for centuries. But the most intense rivalry began at around 200 BC. The source of the conflict was a dispute over the correct location for the center of worship. The Samaritans ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Christmas...came & Went

    Contributed by Sonny Hyde on Dec 23, 2005
    based on 13 ratings
     | 2,605 views

    Christmases come and go, but how do we come to the Christ of Christmas...and how do we leave after encountering Him?

    Christmas…Came & Went Select Scriptures I. Introduction The other night we were at home and Kari & I were busy around the house getting things picked up and ready for the next day…the girls were in the living room and “A Charlie Brown Christmas” was on. I had just walked into the office to finish ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Andrew Moffatt avatar

    Know God.

    Contributed by Andrew Moffatt on Nov 24, 2014
    based on 1 rating
     | 9,034 views

    Be still and know that God is God. In your spirit, time aside to encounter him, do it! Also feed the hungry, reach out!

    Psalm 46. 1 God is our refuge and strength, a very present[b] help in trouble. 2 Therefore we will not fear though the earth gives way, though the mountains be moved into the heart of the sea, 3 though its waters roar and foam, though the mountains tremble at its swelling. Selah 4 ...read more

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    Denomination: Salvation Army

  • Dennis Lee avatar

    Navigating Life’s Dark Valleys

    Contributed by Dennis Lee on Mar 9, 2017
    based on 7 ratings
     | 25,881 views

    This sermon deals with the dark valleys we encounter in life, various aspects about these valleys, and how we successfully navigate through them.

    Navigating Life’s Dark Valleys Psalm 23:4 Last week we looked at how to handle the stress in our ongoing series entitled, “Spiritual First Aid.” In that message I alluded to the Shepherd’s Psalm, Psalm 23, a couple of time, because within the Psalm God deals with many of life’s stressors. In ...read more

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    Denomination: Foursquare

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    The Lord And The Lepers

    Contributed by Donnie Martin on Sep 19, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,938 views

    Using the circumstances surrounding Christ’s encounter with 10 lepers, this message draws comparisons between the conditions of the lepers and those of the lost sinner.

    The Lord And The Lepers Text: Luke 17: 17-19 Intro: Luke 17: 11-19 is a brief, but beautiful account of the compassion, concern, and power of Christ, demonstrated on behalf of the helpless and hurting of this world. In the account under consideration today, Jesus is approached by 10 lepers, who ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Steven Simala Grant avatar

    Anybody Hungry? What – All 5000 Of You?? Series

    Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on Jul 29, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 11,728 views

    We have to do both: tell (proclaim) and show (demonstrate) so that people encounter the living God and are free to choose how to respond

    Anybody Hungry? What – all 5000 of you?? Breaking Boundaries Luke 9:10-17, March 29, 2009 Lent #5 Intro: Last Sunday we began to study chapter 9 of Luke. Who remembers what that story/sermon was about? Please… I hope someone does!! I can summarize it thusly: Jesus calls the disciples ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Preach The Message!

    Contributed by John Ong on Nov 26, 2015
     | 3,228 views

    Walking with the Lord is definitely not a walk in the park. We will definitely encounter numerous obstacles, and some people will even judge us for being different.

    Walking with the Lord is definitely not a walk in the park. We will definitely encounter numerous obstacles, and some people will even judge us for being different. If we look into this Bible verse, we will see how the devil deceives people and make them think otherwise: 2 Timothy 2:23-26, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Have You Seen Jesus

    Contributed by Bishop Prof. Julius Soyinka on Oct 8, 2013
     | 5,827 views

    We need to have a definite encounter with Jesus to be able to live a life pleasing unto God, and to be a blessing to other people around us.

    Topic: Have You Seen Jesus? Bible Text: Luke 2: 22 - 38 Lesson Aim: Members will • Understand what it means to have seen Jesus. • Identify the requirements or prerequiste of seing Jesus. • Learn of Biblical examples of Men and Women who saw Jesus. Introduction: This topic today is ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Redeem The Past, Transform The Present And Redirect The Future

    Contributed by J Jeffrey Smead on Nov 3, 2013
    based on 56 ratings
     | 49,383 views

    Jesus' encounter with Zacchaeus is a foretaste of how our Lord will impact our lives and will: Redeem The Past, Transform The Present And Redirect the Future.

    For those not familiar with an Anglican Service there are four Scripture readings prior to the Message. Today's passages were Habakkuk 1: 1-4; 2:1-4 - Psalm 119:137-144 - 2 Thessalonians 1:1-4,11-12 and Luke 19:1-10. Zacchaeus ... Just his name is enough to elicit a grin. As children, ... we ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    The Burning Heart Series

    Contributed by Bob Marcaurelle on Mar 2, 2016
     | 8,585 views

    The story of Jesus' encounter with two followers the first Easter on a road; the excitement they received from his teaching of the Word and the message they shared with the Apostles.

    BIBLE MESSAGES ON EASTER Bob Marcaurelle freesermons@homeorchurchbiblestudy.com Yahoo to homeorchurchbiblestudy.com bob marcaurelle Message 8 Annual Sermons: Vol. 12 Sermon 4 Bob Marcaurelle: Easter ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist