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  • Jeremy Houck avatar

    The God Who Changes The Unchangeable

    Contributed by Jeremy Houck on Aug 7, 2005
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    Philip Yancey has described it as one of the ugliest words in our language. It is a word that nearly suffocates all the joy out of life. The word is irreversible. But through Jesus that which was irreversible has now been reversed.

    The God Who Changes the Unchangeable Acts 3:13-15 Philip Yancey has described it as one of the ugliest words in our language. It is a word that nearly suffocates all the joy out of life. The word is irrevers¬ible. You know what it means for something to be irreversible do you? It’s like the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Hungry Heart

    Contributed by Dale Pilgrim on Aug 12, 2005
    based on 48 ratings
     | 6,232 views

    People see Jesus in different ways-someone to work for, an opportunity to move ahead, an entertainer, the Christ of God. Who is He to you?

    The Hungry Heart Scripture: John 12:1-21 John 12:21 (The Message) “We want to see Jesus. Can you help us?" Michaëlle Jean has been appointed by Prime Minister Paul Martin as Canada’s next Governor General, our official representative of the Queen of England. Michaëlle was raised in ...read more

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    Denomination: Salvation Army

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    Week 5 "From Monologue To Dialogue” Series

    Contributed by Rik Wadge on Dec 10, 2006
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,292 views

    Week 5 of 13

    Seismic Shifts Session 5 “From Monologue to Dialogue” RBW (inspired from “seismic shifts” book) Introduction: +Drama: (Rick Crass / Cassie Davis) +Short Seismic Shift intro clip I wonder if this conversation we just watched resembles many of our prayer lives. Where God is just waiting to meet with ...read more

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    Denomination: Bible Church

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    Drowning In The Grace Of God

    Contributed by Tim Hedberg on Feb 11, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,357 views

    Baptism and becoming new.

    Drowning In The Grace Of God Matthew 3:1-17 January 6, 2008 As I have imagined these verses in my mind. I see the Jordan River, running not fast but slow - smooth and calm with not a rapid in sight. I see this 156-mile river near the end of its journey of connecting the Sea of Galilee to the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Needs Of A New Convert

    Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Jan 7, 2014
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    Any person that has just come to Christ has many needs. We are going to use Acts 9 verses 10-18 to see what the Bible says about these needs and how we, as Christians can help to supply those needs.

    Last time we saw Saul’s conversion experience. On his way to Damascus to persecute Christians, a bright light from heaven knocked Saul to the ground. He heard the voice of Jesus Christ speak to him asking why He was persecuting Him. We saw the beginning of Saul’s conversion ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Story 17 Jeremiah Was A "Bulldog"

    Contributed by Perry Greene on Jan 27, 2014
     | 6,391 views

    Jeremiah displayed a persistent, faithful quality. He was tenacious in his mission to a hard-hearted people.

    1. Decisions (A Poem by Dr. Seuss) Did I ever tell you about the young Zoad - who came to a sign at the fork of the road? He looked one way and the other way too - the Zoad had to make up his mind what to do. Well, the Zoad scratched his head, and his chin, and his pants. -- And he said to ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    "Christ Is All You Need"

    Contributed by Ken Sauer on Jul 25, 2013
     | 6,126 views

    Learning to accept God's love for us.

    "Christ is All You Need" Colossians 2:6-23 Have you ever wondered if God really loves you? Author and speaker Brennan Manning has a pretty cool story about how he got the name "Brennan." While growing up, his best friend was a guy named Ray. The two of them did everything together: ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    The Ten Commandments

    Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on Sep 6, 2013
     | 9,609 views

    This message looks at the 10 commandments and the way Jesus pointed back to them in his ministry.

    The Ten Commandments Exodus 20, 32, 34 CHCC: February 3, 2013 For the last few weeks we’ve been in a series from the book of Exodus. Today we’ve reached the part where God gives the 10 commandments to His new nation of Israel. About 20 years ago a Gallup Poll was taken that ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Alive For The Very First Time Series

    Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on May 31, 2013
     | 3,501 views

    Through Jesus we can enjoy the experience of being alive for the very first time

    INTRODUCTION • SLIDE #1 • A couple of weeks ago in our passage we saw that we were buried with Christ in baptism and that God raised us to life in Christ as a result! • What does it mean to be raised with Jesus through the power of God? • Have you ever woke up and just felt ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Not Of This World

    Contributed by Mark Aarssen on Oct 19, 2012
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    Jesus is preparing us for the worst to comprehend just how ugly, destructive and brutal sin is and why it should have no place in our lives or in God’s Kingdom.

    Not of this World Readings:NIV John 8:23 23 But he continued, You are from below; I am from above. You are of this world; I am not of this world. John 14:1-11 1 Do not let your hearts be troubled. Trust in God; trust also in me. 2 In my Fathers house are many rooms; if it were not so, I would ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    "All Boxed In? Impossible!"

    Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Mar 28, 2013
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,261 views

    Easter: What does Easter mean to you? How does it change your life?The message of Christianity, recorded in the Bible, is more than a historical record of a great miracle worker named Jesus. The message of Christianity was not created by a group 12 disc

    In Jesus Holy Name March 31, 2013 Text: Luke 24:1-3,5b,6a Easter Redeemer “All Boxed In? Impossible!” A Sunday School class was preparing their Easter craft project when their teacher asked: each student, "What does Easter ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    How To Experience The Joy Of The Lord Series

    Contributed by Paul Carlson on Dec 18, 2015
    based on 1 rating
     | 10,741 views

    PROPOSITION: Because Christ is the living Word, you are able to experience His joy through His Word.

    Nehemiah 8 Scripture Introduction: Please turn with me to Nehemiah 8. Have you ever completed a major project at home or at work, a project that seemed humanly impossible at best to complete? And then with an overflowing thankful spirit you wanted to fellowship with God? That is what is ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Triumphant Over Death Series

    Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Apr 17, 2017
     | 7,637 views

    The greatest triumph ever recorded was Jesus' resurrection from the dead. His victory over sin and death provided victory for every believer, and the promise of eternal life. We have nothing to fear because our Lord has risen as the Victor!

    Triumphant over Death Revelation 1:18 Over the past several weeks, we have discussed various passages where defeat seemed inevitable for the people of God, and yet the Lord brought great victory to them. In the midst of their impossibility, the Lord worked in mighty and miraculous ways. While each ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Rick Burdette avatar

    Hurting People Are In The Crowd Series

    Contributed by Rick Burdette on Jan 31, 2017
     | 13,014 views

    Ministry, Love, Others

    The 3 C’s of a Healthy Church - Hurting People are in the Crowd Mark 5:21-34 (p. 702) February 5, 2017 Introduction: I saw this meme on my Facebook page that said, “Be kind for everyone you meet is fighting a battle you know nothing about.” SHOW ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Unify- Under Covenant Series

    Contributed by David Spiegel on Feb 25, 2015
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    Jesus meant for for His church to be unified and we also know the enemy loves to bring division. Since we are to be unified under a blood covenant with Christ, what should our covenant clothing be? Our filthy rags exchanged for His righteousness..

    (Uncommon Unity) Is a term we have used in our church for a few years. I am asked fairly often, “What is your vision for the Church?” and my answer is usually, “A church that is healthy and unified.” “The real thing!” Now I realize that that may not be earth ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God