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  • Jerry Cosper avatar

    The Misunderstood Messiah Series

    Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Feb 29, 2012
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     | 8,502 views

    Throughout the history of the world, man has misunderstood the Messiah. There are four misunderstandings in particular that we are going to look at.

    Throughout the history of the world, man has misunderstood the Messiah. There are four misunderstandings in particular that we are going to look at this evening in John 12: 20-36. READ 20-22. You might remember from last time that Jesus had just been hailed as the coming King and Messiah by ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Preparation Series

    Contributed by Billy Ricks on Jun 8, 2011
     | 10,207 views

    There are steps of preparation for every victory. As the church we must prepare for God to do something, prepare with unity, prepare for conflict. It will take action on our part to take steps to vicory that God purchased for us in christ.

    Intro: Paul warned and encouraged the Church that Jesus was coming again. Peter warned and encouraged the church that Jesus was coming again. John warned and encouraged the Church that Jesus was coming again? If you have been saved by the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus and sealed by the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Water, Wind, And Fire

    Contributed by Lyndon Marcotte on Jun 16, 2011
     | 7,566 views

    The Spirit is the living Christ at work in our lives. There are three symbols of the Spirit in these texts that reveal the work of the living Christ in us.

    “Water, Wind, & Fire” John 7:37-39, Acts 2:1-21 In the text we read that Jesus promised the Spirit would come after Him. The outpouring of the Spirit happened on what is known as the Day of Pentecost, some 50 days after the resurrection, which we observe this Sunday. Sadly, this day ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Living In A Very Serious Way -- Holiness Before God

    Contributed by Sterling Franklin on Jul 3, 2011
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     | 6,102 views

    We have been redeemed in a very serious way -- through the Blood of Jesus -- and thus, out of love for Him, we need to live in a very serious way before Him -- in holiness before God.

    Given on 7/3/11 Opening Scriptures Luke 4:18-19 John 8:36 2 Corinthians 3:17 Galatians 5:1 Prayer for the Nation & Leaders 1 Timothy 2:1-4 Cross Allegiance Report Prayer Requests from Online (Handout) Library Announcement Message: 1 Peter 1:13-21 1 Peter 1:13-21 13 Therefore gird up the loins ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Steve Ely avatar

    Home Work - Pt. 2 - Working Moms Series

    Contributed by Steve Ely on Sep 22, 2011
     | 4,215 views

    Every home needs work! It is a good thing that there is a blueprint we can follow to build strong homes!

    Home Work Pt. 2 – Working Moms I told you last week I never enjoyed home work. I tried to avoid it. But we all know that as tough as home work was it prepared us for a disciplined life. So last week we talked about working dads. Dads must fight apathy. They must help their wife and kids live ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Preparing The Way For Jesus.

    Contributed by Ray Williams on Mar 23, 2011
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     | 4,143 views

    How can we be a witness for Jesus today and prepare the way for others to see Him?

    What shall we do? Preparing the way for Jesus Luke 1:13-20 (NKJ) John the Baptist prepares the way for Jesus. How was John the Baptist able to prepare the way for ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    To Know Christ, Can Be Fearful

    Contributed by Ronald Harbaugh on Feb 2, 2008
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     | 3,675 views

    A sermon for the Transfiguration of our Lord, Series A.

    Transfiguration of our Lord February 3, 2008 “Series A” Grace be unto you and peace, from God our Father and from our Lord, Jesus Christ. Amen. Let us pray: Dear Heavenly Father, you revealed your glory, and the glory of your Son through his transfiguration. Through the power of your Holy ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Rich Man And Lazarus Series

    Contributed by Russ Barksdale on Jun 6, 2019
     | 9,788 views

    Jesus teaches us that: Everyone lives forever, Heaven and Hell are real, eternal places, How you respond to God’s word now determines your eternity.

    Rich Man and Lazarus Luke 16:19-31 Jesus teaches us that: Everyone lives forever Heaven and Hell are real, eternal places How you respond to God’s word now determines your eternity. This means that: If we believe what Jesus teaches is true, And we care about others, We must engage them ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Kirby Lloyd avatar

    The Road To Bitterness Series

    Contributed by Kirby Lloyd on Jul 15, 2019
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     | 4,460 views

    We are going to look at how we can become bitter over time

    The Road To Bitterness James 3:14-16 14 But if you harbor bitter envy and selfish ambition in your hearts, do not boast about it or deny the truth. 15 Such “wisdom” does not come down from heaven but is earthly, unspiritual, demonic. 16 For where you have envy and selfish ambition, there you find ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    On Fire With A Noble Desire

    Contributed by Perry Greene on Nov 10, 2016
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    Serving as an elder/overseer/shepherd/pastor/bishop of a congregation is a noble task.

    1. Why Help the Pig? Let nothing be done through selfish ambition or conceit, but in lowliness of mind let each esteem others better than himself. Philippians 2:3 Two men were riding their horses down a country road, discussing the question of motivation. One believed we're capable of pure ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Use Somebody Series

    Contributed by Rob Yanok on Oct 5, 2013
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,264 views

    God has a call for every person. It’s indispensable for the Christian life. Titled after Kings of Leon's hit song Use Somebody. That is our prayer, God use me!

    Use Somebody Ephesians 2:10 NIV For we are God’s handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do. I. God has a call for every person. It’s indispensable for the Christian life The Call to Salvation I Timothy 6:12 NIV - Fight the good ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    A Legacy Of Sacrifice And Faith - Memorial Day

    Contributed by Rev. Duraimony Dickson on Jul 28, 2025
     | 114 views

    Memorial Day is more than just a national holiday. For us as Christians, it is a spiritual importance that reminds us of the greatest sacrifice ever made—when Jesus gave His life so we could be saved. As we honor those who died for our freedom, we also remember our Savior who died for our souls.

    A Legacy of Sacrifice and Faith John 15:13 — "Greater love has no one than this, than to lay down one’s life for his friends." Introduction: Tomorrow, our country observes Memorial Day—a day to say thank you, and remember. It ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Rivers Of Living Water

    Contributed by Paul Dayao on Aug 27, 2025
     | 338 views

    Set against the dramatic backdrop of the Feast of Tabernacles, this sermon elaborates on Jesus's passionate invitation for the spiritually thirsty to find satisfaction in Him transforming him into a conduit overflowing with the Holy Spirit's life.

    Introduction: A Cry That Cuts Through the Noise Our passage today transports us to a crowded, noisy, and thirsty city: Jerusalem. I want you to truly picture the scene, because the context makes Jesus's words explode with meaning. It was the final day of the Feast of Tabernacles. For a week, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Perry Greene avatar

    A Day Of Judgments

    Contributed by Perry Greene on Oct 6, 2025
     | 251 views

    People judged Jesus differently.

    A Day of Judgments 1. Critical Churches: A Salvation Army Officer, who worked with street people, was approached by a prostitute who was in a desperate situation. He wasn’t in uniform, she didn’t know he was a Christian, she just knew him as someone who might be able to help. She described the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Go! And Have The Mind Of Christ Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Nov 5, 2025
    based on 2 ratings
     | 390 views

    In a world obsessed with status, self-promotion, and influence, Jesus calls us to the opposite mindset - releasing our grip on personal rights, comfort, and ambition, so that the glory of God may be revealed through our obedience.

    Go! And Have the Mind of Christ Philippians 2:5b–7 (NLT): “Though he was God, he did not think of equality with God as something to cling to. Instead, he gave up his divine privileges; he took the humble position of a slave and was born as a human being. When he appeared in human ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal