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  • Charles Mallory avatar

    Three Gifts Of Epiphany Series

    Contributed by Charles Mallory on Jan 5, 2023
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,638 views

    Using the gifts of the Wise Men (Gold, Frankincense, Myrhh), we can see the message that Jesus is the King of Kings, the Great High Priest, and our propitiation, the sufficient atoning Sacrifice for our sins.

    EPIPHANY, THE TWELFTH DAY AFTER CHRISTMAS, IS WHEN THE CHURCH MARKS THE CONCLUSION OF THE CHRISTMAS SEASON. OUR FOCUS IS ON THE WISE MEN AND THE SIGNIFICANCE BEHIND THEIR GIFTS PRESENTED TO THE CHRIST CHILD. "EPIPHANY" MEANS "TO SHOW, TO REVEAL" OR“MANISFESTATION.” THE STORY ...read more

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    Denomination: Free Methodist

  • Bill Sullivan avatar

    Send Me

    Contributed by Bill Sullivan on Apr 10, 2008
     | 5,171 views

    total commitment to follow the Lord is echoed in the words of Isaiah, "Send Me."

    Send Me TCF Sermon Text April 6, 2008 Isaiah 6:8 (NIV) 8 Then I heard the voice of the Lord saying, "Whom shall I send? And who will go for us?" And I said, "Here am I. Send me!" Here’s the prophet Isaiah, fresh from an encounter with the living God, demonstrating a willingness to commit ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Wisdom. Where Can I Find? Series

    Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Apr 16, 2017
     | 5,554 views

    Wisdom is a great gift of the Lord to the Human beings. its very difficult to find it. Where to find it and how to go to the Place where its stored.

    Job 28 Wonders of the human mind Job talks about the various aspects of the Knowledge, discerning, understanding and shrewdness, Wisdom, intelligence of the Human beings. Job starts with Silver, Gold, iron, brass, etc, are found in the search and limit of the human beings. Then he moves on to ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Byron Sherman avatar

    Timely Support For Ministry-1

    Contributed by Byron Sherman on Aug 17, 2010
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    Part 1 of 2. Paul urgently needed Timothy’s support. Thus effective ministry requires timely support. But what the specifics? Timely support for ministry requires a Sacrifice to...

    TIMELY SUPPORT for MINISTRY-I—2Timothy 4:9-22 This section highlights some personal concerns of Paul the apostle in his last recorded letter. They entail concerns regarding certain named people both good & bad. Paul makes sure that Timothy is aware of their background so he is better able ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Change, Company, Cloud And Command

    Contributed by Eloy Gonzalez on Mar 1, 2003
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     | 7,011 views

    Transfiguration Sunday: What a sight they saw! But in His transfiguration, the disciples, and we, can see the magnitude of the sacrifice on the Cross and how it is far superior to the work of the Law and the Prophets.

    In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. He was with God in the beginning. Through him all things were made; without him nothing was made that has been made. In him was life, and that life was the light of men. The light shines in the darkness, but the ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Just Like Jezebel

    Contributed by David Parks on Jan 30, 2003
    based on 39 ratings
     | 3,954 views

    If you insist on controlling those under your authority rather than serving them, you will sacrifice the joy of leadership on the altar of power -- Just Like Jezebel.

    Just Like Jezebel TEXT: INTRODCUTION 1. If you insist on controlling those under your authority rather than serving them, you will sacrifice the joy of leadership on the altar of power. 2. Nearly nine centuries before Christ, Ahab, king of Israel, married the daughter of the pagan king of a ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Brian Bill avatar

    The Cross: A Place Of Forgiveness Series

    Contributed by Brian Bill on Jul 9, 2004
    based on 31 ratings
     | 14,992 views

    This morning we come to the cross itself. We’re going to look at four points: His suffering, His sacrifice, the supernatural events, and finally, the significance of it all.

    A little boy was not exactly happy about going to church on Easter Sunday morning. His new shoes hurt, his tie pinched his neck, and the weather outside was just too good to be cooped up inside. As he sulked in the back seat of the family car, he complained to his parents: “I don’t see why we have ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A House Of Stone, Not Of Straw

    Contributed by Andrew Rogers on Aug 12, 2004
    based on 27 ratings
     | 6,216 views

    — 5 you also, like living stones, are being built into a spiritual house to be a holy priesthood, offering spiritual sacrifices acceptable to God through Jesus Christ.

    A house of stone not of straw 1 Peter 2:5-10 I. Introduction a. Three little pigs each build a house i. Straw ii. Stick iii. Stone b. Which one held up against the wolf? i. The one made of Stone c. What I hope to do today is paint a picture in your mind of strong house that can withstand the ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Jesus Feeds The 5000

    Contributed by Ron Hietsch on Jul 25, 2005
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     | 8,447 views

    We can all make changes - sacrifices if you insist- enabling us to give more to God so that we can better participate in His work.

    July 31, 2005 The 11th Sunday after Pentecost Series A Matthew 14:13-21 Jesus Feeds The Five Thousand All four Gospel writers report this event - each with his unique perspective. Jesus, upon hearing of the fate of John the Baptist at the hands of Herod Antipas, ruler of Galilee, withdrew by ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Five Traits Of A Super Bowl Christian

    Contributed by Mark Land on Dec 24, 2003
    based on 254 ratings
     | 65,677 views

    By using the analogy of football during the super bowl season this sermon seeks to challenge Christians to a higher level of discipleship through desire, discipline, commitment, sacrifice, and character.

    FIVE TRAITS OF A SUPER BOWL CHRISTIAN In a few minutes a game of great importance will be played. Large men will face off across a line of scrimmage. A call will be made, leather will slap, and bodies will collide and crash. A battle has begun. For four 15 minute quarters men will expend ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Altars And Alterations

    Contributed by Bruce Howell on Mar 27, 2008
    based on 11 ratings
     | 7,209 views

    Altars are places where often alterations are made. They are constucted primarily as places of sacrifice and surrender. This sermon examines their role in the church as a means of calling worshippers to a level of commitment.

    ALTARS AND ALTERATIONS Gen 22:1-14 Some time later God tested Abraham. He said to him, "Abraham!" "Here I am," he replied. 2 Then God said, "Take your son, your only son, Isaac, whom you love, and go to the region of Moriah. Sacrifice him there as a burnt offering on one of the mountains I will ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

  • Christian Cheong avatar

    His Birthday Wish

    Contributed by Christian Cheong on Jan 9, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 9,394 views

    I believe Jesus’ birthday wish would be that the world will know why He has come. Do you really know the love and sacrifice behind this gift?

    We have our birthday wishes, but what would Jesus wish for on His birthday? What do you think He would really want? • To have a party where there are lots of food? A great time of feasting? A year-end holiday filled with fun and joy? Lots of presents? • Or do you think He would really want ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Christian Cheong avatar

    Micah - True Worship Series

    Contributed by Christian Cheong on Feb 4, 2013
    based on 4 ratings
     | 13,754 views

    True worships relates, it is a relationship, not rituals. True worship obeys. To obey is better than sacrifices. True worship impacts. It changes your life and influences others.

    God has chosen to bless His people Israel and through them, the world. • They were set apart to worship God and be His witnesses to the nations. • But sadly, the people have gone astray. God was pleading His case, calling the mountains and hills to be His witnesses. • 6:3 ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Rodney Langley avatar

    A Memorial Day Message

    Contributed by Rodney Langley on May 29, 2009
    based on 5 ratings
     | 18,798 views

    Seeking to honor those who have died in service to our country and remembering Jesus Christ and his sacrifice every Sunday. What will our memorial be?

    A MEMORIAL DAY MESSAGE INTRODUCTION Tomorrow is Memorial Day. It is a day set aside to remember the men and women who have given their lives to keep this country free. It is because of their sacrifice that we are able to sit here and freely worship today. As the saying goes, “Freedom isn’t ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Put On The Breastplate Of Righteousness Series

    Contributed by Paul Clemente on Feb 22, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,763 views

    Put on the full armor of God starting with the Belt of Truth, who is Jesus Christ, then put on the Breastplate of Righteousness, which is a clean heart provided by Christ’s sacrifice.

    We read in Ephesians 3:10, Christ intent was that now, through the church, the manifold wisdom of God should be made known to the rulers and authorities in the heavenly realms! Through the church, the wisdom of God is being known to angels! There is a spiritual world and we are part of it. Angels ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible