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  • Rick Stacy avatar

    The Circle Of Life Series

    Contributed by Rick Stacy on Feb 15, 2004
    based on 34 ratings
     | 23,335 views

    2nd in series of 5 on John 3-4. When I see a movie or hear a young person talk about the "circle of life" I really can’t help but think of Nicodemus – an intelligent and perceptive man who really want to understand about life. He is the man who came to

    From Mortal to Immortal A Study of John 3-4 The Circle of Life Have you heard of the “circle of life”? What do you think of when you hear about the "Circle of Life?" In an unofficial and unscientific survey I’ve conducted during the past week most people think of the "Lion King" when they hear ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Counting The Cost Series

    Contributed by Allen Hern on Feb 17, 2004
    based on 67 ratings
     | 10,504 views

    When everyone else turned away from Jesus, the disciples had to count the cost. Their answer is still our answer: Lord, to whom shall we go? You have the words of eternal life.

     200409.ser “Counting the Cost” CLBC Feb 15 04 a.m. Subject: Discipleship Theme: The Cost of Discipleship Passage: John 6: 60 - 71 It was a difficult time for the 12 ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    "The Liberating Purpose Of Christ's Death” Series

    Contributed by Allen Hern on Mar 16, 2004
    based on 34 ratings
     | 7,860 views

    As people respond to Mel Gibson’s film, there is one truth that must be made clear: Neither the Jews nor the Romans had power to put Christ to death apart from His voluntary act. "No man takes my life from Me. I have power to lay it down and to take it ag

     200412.ser Easter Series # 1 “The Liberating Purpose of Christ’s Death” February 29, 2004 Subject: Christian Freedom Theme: Christ, the Liberator Passage: John 8: 21 - ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Stewardship Is Lordship

    Contributed by Jerry Flury on Sep 27, 2002
    based on 424 ratings
     | 42,384 views

    When we think of stewardship, we often see it merely as a matter of our giving of money to God and the church. Giving of tithes and offerings is an important aspect of stewardship, but secondary. Stewardship is a reflection of my relationship with God.

    Stewardship is Lordship Proverbs 3:5-10 Trust in the LORD with all your heart; and lean not unto your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct your paths. Be not wise in your own eyes: fear the LORD, and depart from evil. It shall be health to your navel, and marrow ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Two Symbols Of The Passion

    Contributed by Don Schultz on Mar 20, 2002
    based on 158 ratings
     | 10,223 views

    The Palm Branch and the Scourge - what do they teach us about ourselves? About Christ?

    TWO SYMBOLS OF THE PASSION – THE PALM BRANCH AND THE SCOURGE Matthew 21:1-11, Luke 23:20-22 Today is Palm Sunday, the first day of Holy Week. What exactly is Holy Week? Holy Week is that special week in the church year that leads up to Easter. During that week we celebrate Maundy Thursday, the ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Getting Along With One Another Series

    Contributed by Rick Stacy on Apr 8, 2002
    based on 51 ratings
     | 9,007 views

    This is the first of four in a series on Ephesians 4. The main theme is the function of the church in the accomplishment of its mission.

    Living in the Family of God Drama Getting Along in the Family God’s Doctrinal Statement For years I have resisted the notion of having a “doctrinal statement”. It’s not that we don’t know what we believe or that we don’t want you to know. It’s just that I have a hard time rewriting what God ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Jesus' Call To Walk On Water

    Contributed by Ewen Huffman on Nov 18, 2005
    based on 57 ratings
     | 6,389 views

    How do I... we... walk on water? When can we walk on water? What is it about: faith or obedience? Is God calling ME to WALK in some area?

    Jesus’ call to walk on water. Matt 14:22-36 WBC 20/11/05am I want to speak to you about Walking on Water this morning o as a follow on from- last Sunday, Wed pm o because I’ve been so challenged by Ortbergs’ book o Interrupt me and illustrate! PLEASE But first: "extreme Olympics risk.pps" in Ills ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    That's What Love Is

    Contributed by John Baggett on Jan 25, 2005
    based on 7 ratings
     | 4,315 views

    How Does Love really behave according to God. This message seeks to show the real way and the right way love should be from marriage to brotherly love to parent and child. There is someting here to speak to it all.

    That’s What Love is 1 Cor 13:1-8 Where does Love come from? This time of year we might think the florist is where love comes from in the form of a dozen red roses. Why I was talking to Sean Smith (one of our teenage boys in the church) just yesterday and he said a friend of his had paid ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • James May avatar

    Ark Of The Covenant

    Contributed by James May on Feb 6, 2005
    based on 86 ratings
     | 59,474 views

    The symbolism of the Ark of the Covenant has been fulfilled in Christ. The true value of the Ark is not in the wooden box covered with gold, but in the heart that is washed in the Blood of Jesus.

    Ark of the Covenant by Pastor Jim May One of the most sought after ancient relics of Jewish history is the Ark of the Covenant. Stories have been written and movies made pertaining to the ark. One of the most famous was call, “Raiders of the Lost Ark”. They are all entertaining to watch but ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Giving God Thanks For Deliverance

    Contributed by Dennis Selfridge on Nov 12, 2004
    based on 26 ratings
     | 7,063 views

    Keeping our minds fixed on God with thanksgiving

    Giving Thanks for Deliverance Psalm 30:1-12 It was getting near the end for David. He had been a king for many years. He is tempted by Satan to number his fighting men of which David sends Joab to do. After this count David was convicted in his heart that he had displeased God. God gave David ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

  • Dave Kinney avatar

    The Revelation Of Jesus Christ

    Contributed by Dave Kinney on Apr 3, 2005
    based on 21 ratings
     | 4,213 views

    No other book ever written has caused more fascination and misunderstanding than the Book of Revelation. H.G. Wells wrote in his book, “The Fate of Man”, “Who, except cranks and lunatics, reads the Book of Revelation?” I firmly DISAGREE!

    The Revelation of Jesus Christ! No other book ever written has caused more fascination and misunderstanding than the Book of Revelation. H.G. Wells wrote in his book, “The Fate of Man”, “Who, except cranks and lunatics, reads the Book of Revelation?” I firmly DISAGREE! That’s a statement of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Fruit Of The Spirit- Peace Series

    Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Mar 3, 2006
    based on 31 ratings
     | 28,189 views

    Peace is another wonderful gift that God wants us to enjoy

    INTRODUCTION • SLIDE #1 • Have you ever come home after a hectic day looking forward to some peace and quiet? • As you pull into the driveway you are anticipating a nice quiet evening at home with the family! • You get out of the car and walk in the door and the dream is shattered. The kids are ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • David DeWitt avatar

    A Charge To Keep

    Contributed by David Dewitt on Sep 20, 2005
    based on 6 ratings
     | 10,110 views

    We are all given a charge by Christ to stand for Him

    A Charge to Keep Ephesians 6:10-13 September 12, 2004 Introduction Three years ago the bright blue skies of New York, Washington D.C., and rural Pennsylvania were pierced by a series of hijacked planes as part of a diabolical plan to pierce the heart and soul of our nation. Three years ago we woke ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    God's Plan For Your Life Series

    Contributed by Greg Nance on Dec 29, 2001
    based on 34 ratings
     | 25,961 views

    The World uses the best equipment to send their message. Shouldn’t God’s people do at least the same?

    Finding God’s Plan for Your Life - Jeremiah 1:4--10 When we open our Bibles and read the first few words of the first book we discover many things about the God who made us. He is the great creator of heaven and earth. His power to create is in his Word. His Spirit moves over the vast depths ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Why A Manger?

    Contributed by Bob Gillchrest on Dec 14, 2006
    based on 5 ratings
     | 7,483 views

    Narrative story of how Mary and Joseph came to Bethlehem and gave birth to Jesus

    “Why A Manger?” Luke 2:8-15 Introduction: The sun sits high over the dusty road. The air is quiet, except for the buzzing of insects and the occasional beating of sheep. A man carefully leads a donkey over rocky terrain, as his very pregnant wife, a girl of no older than sixteen, gently rubs her ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist