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  • Michael Hopkins avatar

    The Paradox Of The Gospel

    Contributed by Michael Hopkins on Aug 28, 2011
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     | 5,225 views

    The inherent paradox in scripture and Christian life

    Exodus 3:1-15 Romans 12:9-21 Matthew 16:21-28 Which came first, the chicken or the egg? This is probably the best known paradox of all time. Here are some more light-hearted paradoxes are that you might like to consider: Computer security Political science Tight slacks Definite maybe Pretty ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Peter And Judas: What's The Difference?

    Contributed by Jon Mackinney on Aug 29, 2011
     | 8,139 views

    Peter and Judas both failed during the Passion of Christ. But the result was really different. Here's why.

    Passage: Matthew 27:1-10 Intro: There are few more dishonorable people than Judas Iscariot 1. when is the last time you heard of a baby named Judas? 2. he comes and goes in this ongoing drama, and here he finally goes. 3. I find it very interesting that this event is found right after ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    When Shall The Gifts Cease Series

    Contributed by Jason Jones on Jan 16, 2012
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     | 4,676 views

    A topical exposition of 1Cor. 13:8-13 on miraculous gifts.

    Text: 1 Cor 13:8-13, Title: When Shall Gifts Pass Away, Date/Place: NRBC, 1/15/12, AM Opening illustration: Talk about Shelia, her background, my beard, and the watch night service we went to Background to passage: Also read 1 Cor 12:7-11, 27-31. Mention subsequence and baptism/filling of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    "What Is Wrong With This Picture?"

    Contributed by Ken Sauer on Sep 10, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,777 views

    A sermon about evangelism.

    John 4:4-42 “What is Wrong with this Picture?” by: Rev. Ken Sauer, Pastor of East Ridge United Methodist Church, Chattanooga, TN Newspapers and magazines sometimes run a feature entitled: What is Wrong with this Picture? They don’t mean it’s a bad photo. They mean that someone in the ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    How To Treat People Right

    Contributed by Rick Boyne on Jul 3, 2012
    based on 3 ratings
     | 8,137 views

    Loving and accepting all is a good way to demonstrate love to people.

    How to Treat People Right May 20, 2007 Immanuel So. Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: Loving and accepting all is a good way to demonstrate love to people. Read: James 2:1-13 Define “Favoritism”. v. 1 "My brothers, as believers in our glorious Lord Jesus Christ, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dan Willis avatar

    Just Children Series

    Contributed by Dan Willis on Sep 21, 2011
    based on 8 ratings
     | 10,477 views

    The sermon breaks down societies misconceptions on children. This sermon gives us a biblical understanding and view point of the power and depth of understanding children have even in their innocence and naivety. It challenges us to consider carefully how

    Today we are going to start into a new series. This series will be difficult and will challenge us to be honest and aware of the things going on around us. They will cause us to face a hardship that is present even now among us. We are going to confront the 3 great lies Satan has told the church of ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    John - Full Of Christmas Cheer

    Contributed by Joseph Neil Adams on Jan 3, 2008
    based on 3 ratings
     | 19,792 views

    An advent message thinking about what John the baptist has to do with this season.

    Luke 1:3-18 The season of Christmas is upon us, but I wonder at what point did this realisation hit you? When you saw the decorations going up in shopping centres - something which always seems to happen way too early (i.e. October)? When you received your first card? In the Church Advent ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    The Birth Of Jesus

    Contributed by Paul George on Dec 26, 2003
    based on 14 ratings
     | 23,791 views

    Matthew opens his gospel with the genealogy of Jesus. From Abraham to Joseph the births of those in the genealogy were natural births, except one.

    The Birth of Jesus Matthew 1:18-25 Matthew opens his gospel with the genealogy of Jesus. From Abraham to Joseph the births of those in the genealogy were natural births, except one. In verse 16 it is written, “Jacob was the father of Joseph the husband of Mary, by which Jesus was born, who is ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

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    The Game Of Life

    Contributed by Todd Bishop on Apr 18, 2007
    based on 14 ratings
     | 16,275 views

    A discovery of the 4 life strategies towards a whole, complete life with Christ.

    Has anyone ever heard of “The Game of Life” by Milton Bradley? The Game of Life is a board game that takes you on the journey of life - you can be the rich man, the poor man, or even the beggar. In this game you learn that life is full of surprises. You can risk everything for BIG gains or you ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Warning: Sin Is Dangerous

    Contributed by Greg Newton on Apr 26, 2007
    based on 6 ratings
     | 5,821 views

    There are many warning signs that give us something to take heed too before proceeding forward or opening a package. How many of us have watched some of the infomercials that give us great promises of a product but do not give you the warning of what cou

    “WARNING: Sin is Dangerous” Intro: There are many warning signs that give us something to take heed too before proceeding forward or opening a package. How many of us have watched some of the infomercials that give us great promises of a product but do not give you the warning of what could or ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    A Godly Way For A New Beginning Series

    Contributed by Jonathan Powell on May 15, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,816 views

    Beginning of a series entitled - Under Construction

    Under Construction – Sermon #1 “A Godly Way for a New Beginning” Nehemiah 1:1-11 As we begin the year 2006, I look back on 2005 with amazement at the changes that God placed in our lives. First, I started to New Orleans Seminary to begin work on my Masters Degree. Second, in March, I had ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Where Is The Church Now

    Contributed by Gerald Van Horn on Sep 14, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 2,318 views

    In answering the question we want to define what God wants as a corporate body

    Where Is The Church Today? By Gerald Van Horn Text. Acts 2:42 In answering the question we want to define what God wants as a corporate body of believers. Where is the church today? Begs for an answer. Some said. “Oh I know where the church is located !” Others may say, “I know when it ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    The Perfect Gift

    Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Sep 22, 2007
    based on 5 ratings
     | 12,092 views

    What is the perfect gift?

    The Perfect Gift James 1:17 Introduction As many know, today is my birthday and thinking back, I have gotten some good gifts, some not so good gifts, and some gifts that I wish were never invented. But, give yourself a second to think of the gifts you have received in your life. What have you ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Both Sides Of Authority Series

    Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Sep 24, 2007
    based on 6 ratings
     | 9,103 views

    Working harmoniously alongside church leaders has its challenges and raises a lot of questions. Fortunately, God does not leave us in the dark! The text before us raises and answers a number of questions about the interaction of church leaders to the c

    Both Sides of Authority (I Thessalonians 5:12-13) 1. It is tough to be in leadership. 2. A “lame duck” President met with his successor in the Oval Office. Near the end of the orientation, he presented the incoming leader three numbered envelopes, with specific instructions to open them, in ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Moving Off Dead Center

    Contributed by Jon Mackinney on Sep 28, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,274 views

    The nation of Israel was like many of us, kind of stuck. But there are ways we can get out of this rut, and move on to greater effectiveness.

    Passage: 1 Samuel 7:2-11 Intro: It’s amazing when an event that took place more than 3000 years ago is so relevant to us. 1. for over 3 centuries, the people of Israel had turned their backs on God. 2. they had suffered terribly, but hadn’t put their condition together with their behavior. 3. ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free