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    This Is Us - Pt. 4 Extras Series

    Contributed by Steve Ely on Mar 22, 2017
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    Do we know who we are? With all of our hang-ups, challenges, gifts, warts and all, “THIS IS US!” Understanding our identity is essential for our health.

    This Is US! Pt. 4 - Extras I. Introduction “When I discover who I am, I’ll be free.” That was the declaration of the Ralph Ellison who was the author of the Invisible Man. Do you know who you are? If you do not, then it isn't Jesus' fault because He climbs a mountain, sits down ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Epiphany

    Contributed by Paul Andrew on Dec 9, 2019
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    The past perfect used in this way is known as “tenses of vision” or the “prophetic perfect.” Isaiah is assuring us that the message being proclaimed will surely come to pass.

    A customer called the customer service line to complain about a power outage after a big storm, then stopped raging long enough to ask, “How will I know when my lights are back on?” The customer service agent remained silent for a second, debating about the best way to answer such an obvious, even ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

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    We Are The Light Of The World Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Nov 11, 2008
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     | 17,626 views

    In this lesson we explore this important truth and talk about how to draw others to Christ.

    Introduction: A. Today we return to our series called “Transforming Truths.” 1. I pray that our attention to these simple, foundational truths has been a blessing to you. 2. So far in the series, we have been reminded of such important truths like the fact that we are loved by God, and forgiven by ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Second Coming Series

    Contributed by Michael Stover on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 35 ratings
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    The Second Coming of Jesus.

    The Second Coming Matthew 24:23-31 I. Deception (23-28) A. Deceiving Titles 1. Messiah 2. Prophet B. Deceiving Miracles 1. Matthew 12:38-39a, “An evil and adulterous generation seeketh after a sign;” ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    John’s Vision Of The Voice Youth Sermon

    Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 5, 2023
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    Jesus, the Voice, reveals Himself in a powerful vision to John, showing His glory, authority, and care for His Church. We need to listen to His voice and see Him for who He truly is.

    Today we're diving into the book of Revelation. It's like the ultimate spoiler alert for how the world ends. Spoiler: God wins. But before we get to the end, we're going to look at a pretty wild vision that John had of Jesus. Let's read Revelation 2 together. Spoiler: God wins. So, John's chilling ...read more

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    Living In The Light Series

    Contributed by Jeffrey Dillinger on Feb 3, 2005
    based on 11 ratings
     | 10,838 views

    Living in the light means our life is exposed, is action oriented, is saved by Jesus.

    Living In The Light (John 3:19-21) Intro: A. Conflict. We hate it, but everyone faces it. There are personal conflicts that we may have with other people. Sometimes those conflicts literally churn within us. There is the conflict we have internally as we strive to do good and find within ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    A Candle In The Dark

    Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Nov 23, 2015
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    A sermon the encourages Christians to be a witness.

    "A Candle In the Dark" Philippians 2:15 That ye may be blameless and harmless, the sons of God, without rebuke, in the midst of a crooked and perverse nation, among whom ye shine as lights in the world; Introduction: If you want to be a light for Jesus to shine in the dark then you must: ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Cruising And Snoozing PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 20, 2024
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    This sermon urges Christians to be spiritually prepared and vigilant for the unexpected return of Christ, emphasizing the importance of maintaining our spiritual light.

    Good morning, beloved family. It's a joy to be here with you today, sharing in the love of our Savior and the fellowship of our faith. Today, we find ourselves standing on the precipice of a profound and powerful message from the Word of God. A message that is as relevant today as it was when it ...read more

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    Seeking The King Of Glory

    Contributed by David Simpson on Jul 23, 2015
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    A message focusing on how we should approach God, the King of Glory, based on Psalm 24. We should be filled with awe; Have a pure heart; and never forget the awesome power of almighty God.

    Sermon Lanier Christian Church July 12, 2015 David Simpson Seeking the King of Glory Psalm 24 Psalm 24 (NIV) Of David. A psalm. 1 The earth is the Lord’s, and everything in it, the world, and all who live in it; 2 for he founded it on the seas and established it on ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    Part 2 - Christ's Church In A Pestilent World (Part 2) Series

    Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Apr 16, 2020
     | 3,823 views

    How should the Church live in a world of Pestilence and hostility to the gospel? https://youtu.be/TLziw12oYHs

    Christ’s Church in a Pestilent World (Part 2) View this sermon at https://youtu.be/TLziw12oYHs Pastor Brad Reaves Grace Community Church Revelation 1:8-20 Introduction We are continuing our series on the 7 Churches of Revelation. Before we get into Jesus’ words to these churches it is vital we ...read more

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    Denomination: Brethren

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    The Qualifications For Soul Winning

    Contributed by Dwight L. Moody on Oct 26, 2009
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     | 11,239 views

    A classic sermon on effective evangelism by D. L. Moody.

    1. Shake off the vipers that are in the Church, formalism, pride, and self-importance, etc. 2. It is the only happy life to live for the salvation of souls. 3. We must be willing to do little things for Christ. 4. Must be of good courage. 5. Must be cheerful. God had no children too weak, but ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    Miracle & Mystery Of Christmas

    Contributed by Robert Simmons on Jan 1, 2014
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    A LOOK AT THE MIRACLES OF GOD BECOMING A MAN AND WHAT WE CAN PONDER BUT NEVER COMPREHEND

    The Miracle & Mystery of Christmas — Isaiah 9:2-7 • The people that walked in darkness have seen a great light: they that dwell in the land of the shadow of death, upon them hath the light shined. • Thou hast multiplied the nation, and not increased the joy: they joy before thee ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    The Gospel Glows In The Dark

    Contributed by Scott Carmer on Jan 2, 2006
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    Jesus has come, the Light that was promised for centuries. His gospel glows in the darkness of human sin and cannot be extinguished.

    The Gospel Glows in the Dark Isaiah 60:1-6 Matthew 2:1-12 January 1, 2006 I remember that afternoon very clearly. I had just begun my research for my doctoral project on clergy burnout and was interviewing a pastor from another denomination about the difficulties he was facing in his current ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    This Little Light Of Mine

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Sep 7, 2002
    based on 96 ratings
     | 7,133 views

    My light may be very small, but the darker the night the greater the light.

    TO BE LITTLE OR TO BELITTLE? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Songs of Solomon 2 :15 Take us the foxes, the little foxes, that spoil thevines, for our vines have tender grapes. Proverbs 24:10 If thou faint in the day of adversity thy strength is small. Zech. 4:10 For who hath despised the day of small ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Snatched From The Fire

    Contributed by David Mcnally on Feb 20, 2013
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     | 6,557 views

    Do you know where you will spend eternity? Are you so completely morally pure that you do not fear judgement? How can anyone know that they can be saved? Only by trusting in Christ and His merits.

    Jude verses 20-25 Snatched from the fire One day a young boy sat in a pew at church, listening attentively to the sermon on the consequences of the fall into sin. His eyes grew wide as the pastor’s voice rose while he quoted from Genesis 3:19; “You are dust and to dust you ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational