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  • Dr. Phillip Paschal avatar

    Are You A Disciple Or A Disappointment

    Contributed by Dr. Phillip Paschal on Oct 17, 2019
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     | 9,574 views

    What it Means To Be A Real Disciple

    ARE YOU A DISCIPLE OR A DISAPPOINTMENT? LUKE 14:25-27 1. INTRO. IT GOES WITHOUT SAYING THAT NOT EVERYONE WHO WALKS THROUGH THE DOORS OF THE CHURCH, AND PERMEATE THE PEWS ARE DISCIPLES OF OUR LORD AND SAVIOR, JESUS THE CHRIST. IN FACT, THE CHURCH HAS MORE CHRISTIANS THAN DISCIPLES. THEY HAVE ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    God’s Process Of The Forgiving Sin.

    Contributed by Gordon Mcculloch on Mar 20, 2017
     | 3,128 views

    The story of the woman at the well tells us why we must confess our sins to the Lord, and why we must believe that we are instantly forgiven, and free from the condemnation to ourselves.

    This sermon was delivered to Holy Trinity in Ayr on the 26th March 2017 (A Scottish Episcopal Church in the Dioceses of Glasgow and Dumfries, (It is a revised version of an older sermon but for a larger congregation). Exodus 17:1-7 Romans 5:1-11 John 4:5-42 Psalm 95 “Please join me in my ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal

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    It's Time To Come Off The Playground

    Contributed by Pastor Cordell Starks Sr on Apr 30, 2016
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     | 26,946 views

    To help the believer to mature and spiritually grow up in God and to know his word.

    Intro: I often reflect back on my childhood memories and I think about how fun and exciting it was being a child. I reflect back on the times when I was in elementary school and how exciting it was when we would get the opportunity to go outside at recess and play on the playground. There we would ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Keeping It Real Series

    Contributed by Kevin Baker on May 18, 2016
    based on 4 ratings
     | 20,185 views

    Authentic Christianity--Honesty--truth

    The author of these 3 little epistles along with, the gospel of John, and the book of the REVELATION OF JESUS CHRIST, is none other than the apostle John. (Don't confuse him with John the Baptist, this is John the beloved). All of John's writings have specific purposes. In the gospel of John he ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Grow Up And Go On Series

    Contributed by Kevin Baker on Jun 6, 2016
     | 8,288 views

    maturing in your Christian life

    1 John 2:12-17 GROW UP AND GO ON. Read passage. Prayer. As I said earlier I'm preaching this morning on a subject that I believe is very vital in the life of every Christian. People around you, the church, and even Jesus Christ himself believes that it's very important that we grow up and go ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    How Are You Living?

    Contributed by Nnaemeka Durueke on Aug 10, 2016
     | 8,355 views

    EXAMINE YOUR LIFE DAILY WHETHER YOU ARE STILL PLEASING GOD

    HOW ARE YOU LIVING? MAIN TEXT: MICAH 6:8 He has showed you, O man, what is good. And what does the Lord refine of you but to do justly, and love kindness and mercy, and to humble yourself and walk humble with your God? EPHESIANS 2:10 For we are his workmanship, created in Christ Jesus unto good ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    In Christ Alone: "In The Beginning"

    Contributed by Reverend Cooper Mcwhirter on Sep 27, 2016
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    Christ, as seen through the eyes of John. Bible scholars have long viewed his narrative as the most theological of the four narratives. Calvin wrote: "The first three exhibit His body...but John shows His soul."

    Sermon Preached at Grace Community Church (EPC) Sun City Grand, Surprise, AZ Sunday, October 6, 2013 by the Reverend Cooper McWhirter IN CHRIST ALONE: “In the Beginning…” [Part One] John 1:1-5; 10-14 The gospel of John is distinctly different from that of the Synoptic Gospels; ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    At Least I'm Not Like...

    Contributed by Clair Sauer on Oct 20, 2016
     | 8,476 views

    We have a human tendency towards self-righteousness and judgment of others. Christ teaches that justification comes in acknowledging our brokenness, which also means recognizing Christ in others.

    A couple of months ago, Owen went through this brief period of time where he would say “hi” to everyone we would encounter. He still does it some, but not quite as regularly. Anyway, while Owen was in the midst of this phase, we were in Northern Kentucky for my father-in-law’s ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    The Folly Of Man Series

    Contributed by Christian Cheong on Sep 11, 2017
    based on 3 ratings
     | 7,175 views

    Jeroboam seeks God only when he wants something, only on his own terms, only to fix his problems, and only for himself. We are to seek God for WHO He is. We worship Him and obey Him because He is the Lord of our lives.

    In 1 Kings 13, God interrupted the King’s pagan worship proceedings when he sent a man of God to declare His judgement. • He gave King Jeroboam a chance to repent, but 13:33 says EVEN AFTER THIS, the King did not change his evil ways. Sadly, the King made no effort in knowing God or ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Looking To Jesus Series

    Contributed by Ken Henson on Sep 22, 2017
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,092 views

    The New Testament never requires sacrifices or dreams or visions as either the means or the indicator of spirituality. . . If we focus on Jesus and His word, we will remain anchored in truth and humility

    16 Therefore do not let anyone judge you by what you eat or drink, or with regard to a religious festival, a New Moon celebration or a Sabbath day. 17 These are a shadow of the things that were to come; the reality, however, is found in Christ. 18 Do not let anyone who delights in false humility ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    Our Inheritance

    Contributed by Isaac Butterworth on Dec 27, 2014
     | 4,922 views

    A funeral sermon in which we learn about the person something of her relationship to herself, to others, and to God.

    Jutta was one of those people that make a preacher’s job easier – or really, the job of anyone who speaks in public. I came to know Jutta at the vespers service held each Thursday evening at the Manor. She always sat close to the front – on the second row, in fact – ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Triple Giving Series

    Contributed by Tim Zoltowski on Jan 30, 2016
     | 7,371 views

    A look at giving of your knowledge, your time, and your money for the common good. The message discussed our need to use what we have been given to lift up the Body of Christ. The need to use the gift we have been given in accordance with our faith.

    It is better to give than to receive. That is what Paul quoted Jesus as saying. It is more blessed to give than to receive. Today we will conclude our series on giving by talking about HOW we give. Last week, you’ll remember, that we said if you are in Christ Jesus, the question was not ...read more

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    Denomination: Bible Church

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    The God Of Success Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Nov 19, 2018
     | 3,172 views

    The god of success does not offer lasting meaning and purpose, but when we give our lives to God and are saved by grace, we have peace as we look forward to hearing Jesus' words, "Well done, my good and faithful servant."

    A. Welcome to Friend Day, if you are visiting with us, we consider you an honored guest and hope that your experience here with us today is encouraging, inspiring, and helpful. 1. Today’s sermon is the sixth sermon in our series called “Counterfeit Gods – Defeating the Idols that Battle for Our ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Consider Your Actions Series

    Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Jun 15, 2016
     | 9,211 views

    The Lord is calling every believer to examine their lives and consider their service unto Him.

    Consider Your Actions Haggai 2: 10-19 Haggai had received and conveyed two messages from the Lord for the remnant that returned from Babylonian captivity. The first message was a challenge for the people to consider their ways. The second message from the Lord followed about a month later. This ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    "God Calling: David"

    Contributed by Ken Sauer on Jun 22, 2016
    based on 4 ratings
     | 11,960 views

    A sermon about the way God sees us.

    "God Calling: David" 1 Samuel 16:1-13 How many of you know what it feels like to be excluded? How many of you have experienced the agony of being picked last for a sports team? You may have watched as one by one the taller, stronger, more athletic, more "popular" people are chosen as ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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