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  • Mark Opperman avatar

    The Art Of Remembering

    Contributed by Mark Opperman on Jan 14, 2014
     | 7,675 views

    The Bible encourages us to continue to make a difference in the world around us and to leave a lasting legacy behind.

    The Art of Remembering Hebrews 12:1-4 Intro: Tomorrow we will be celebrating Memorial Day and many of you have made plans for the day. Maybe a picnic or going to a parade. Maybe a big party or just a quiet afternoon with family. Maybe you’re just going to enjoy that extra day off of work. ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Cool! Series

    Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Aug 18, 2019
     | 2,875 views

    A priest was once kneeling as a congregant at Mass and noticed a little five-year-old child in the pew behind. . .

    John 6 “Cool” It’s pretty well known among Catholics that Flannery O’Connor, one of the 20th century’s greatest authors, once was invited to dinner when she was young and unknown by a more famous writer at the time, Mary McCarthy. The conversation was a bit stilted due to O’Connor’s fabled ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

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    Then... Came Jesus

    Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Jan 28, 2022
     | 3,213 views

    Notice, our Bible tells us in verse 19, that the disciples were “assembled” behind closed doors.

    Many folks believe it is possible the doors were locked since the reason they were shut up was because they feared for their lives. The Greek word used for “closed” here certainly indicates “secured” or “locked.” Since the Bible points out that they were behind closed doors at that particular ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Taking Sides

    Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Aug 6, 2023
     | 1,603 views

    In the battle between good and evil, God and Ba’al, the only safe place to be is squarely behind God.

    Everybody loves a contest. Why else are people going to see the Buccaneers play the Vikings next Sunday? From Project Runway to the Kentucky Derby, from Jeopardy to the World Cup, we enjoy seeing experts duke it out. And we like seeing underdogs win, too. People still remember the “Miracle on Ice” ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    How To Turn Pain Into Gain

    Contributed by Maurice Brown on Jun 21, 2001
    based on 55 ratings
     | 7,741 views

    God can help us put the hurts of the past behind us, and offer us a bright future

    INTRODUCTION A. Introduce you to someone you have never met before - JABEZ 1. As you read through I Chronicles, if you blink you’ll miss him 2. Here is a man who will whet your appetite for the things of the Lord B. Cannot find him in HALL OF FAITH in Heb.11 1. He is not a ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Looking Ahead (New Year’s) Youth Sermon

    Contributed by Youth Sermons on Dec 19, 2023
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,765 views

    A follower of Jesus looks forward to the future with hope, leaving behind regrets and embracing the shaping power of the future.

    Hey guys, I heard this cool quote from a pro golfer named Tom Lehman. He said, “Everyone needs three things to live well: something to do, someone to love, and something to look forward to.” What gets you out of bed in the morning? We all need something to do, right? School, sports, hobbies, even ...read more

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    A Second Look At The Second Coming Series

    Contributed by Dan Morrison on Jul 25, 2002
    based on 35 ratings
     | 5,600 views

    Left Behind? I don’t think so! A brief Bible Sutdy on the Second Coming of Jesus

    A second look at the Second Coming; A BRIEF BIBLE STUDY ON THE RAPTURE OF THE CHURCH; My view: The Pre Wrath View; That Jesus will rapture the Church after the Great Tribulation but before He pours His Wrath out. Thus the Pre Wrath view. Why this view? Could not support any other view with ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Following Jesus Series

    Contributed by Chris Hodges on Sep 7, 2003
    based on 48 ratings
     | 8,042 views

    To note that we’ve been called by Jesus and must leave every hindrance behind and follow Him.

    The Gospel of Mark #3: Following Jesus Text: Mark 1:14-20 Thesis: To note that we’ve been called by Jesus and must leave every hindrance behind and follow Him. Introduction: (1) Now, Jesus is ready to start His earthly ministry. (a) He had recently been baptized and had overcome ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Muslim Maze, Pt. 2

    Contributed by Dave Kinney on Nov 29, 2004
    based on 28 ratings
     | 2,569 views

    Unmask the false teaching and the fundamental deception behind Islam. A Muslim lives a life that is destroyed by the power of the Quran.

    “The Muslim Maze”, Pt. 2 5. We Must Untangle The Many Islamic Errors From Truth. We need to deal with and clarify 6 major issues… · Muhammad calls himself the last prophet so we need to know how Islam defines and qualifies this title. What is necessary to be considered a prophet? Strong’s Bible ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Legacy Of Faith Series

    Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on May 11, 2007
    based on 5 ratings
     | 11,650 views

    What will people remember about you? Why not leave behind a legacy of faith for others to pass on!

    INTRODUCTION • SLIDE #1 • What was the memory verse from last week? • What about from 2 weeks ago? • Today I am going to give you a memory verse break. • Today we will be in 2 Timothy 3:14-15. This is not one of the verses I have committed to memory, but it is a good one to remember. Next week’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Best Supporting Servants

    Contributed by Dan Santiago on Jan 14, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,507 views

    Christians should also acknowledge the workers who work behind the scenes that support the main leaders to succeed.

    BEST SUPPORTING SERVANTS Philippians 2:19-30 Who are the significant Christian leaders that you know in the New Testament? Why do you know them? You know them because you remember their personal sacrifices and accomplishments. Oftentimes we only recognize the Christians who are in the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Spirit Of A Thankful Person

    Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Nov 19, 2005
    based on 29 ratings
     | 5,527 views

    Thanksgiving is more than a holiday, there is a spirit behind the holiday that each Christian should embrace and build upon!

    INTRODUCTION • As we get ready to celebrate another Thanksgiving holiday, I want us to ponder what the thanksgiving holiday is really about. • We spend time with family and friends stuffing ourselves with turkey, potatoes, stuffing, pumpkin pie, along with many other items of food. • The holiday ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Keeping Your Head In The Last Days Series

    Contributed by Guy Caley on May 5, 2006
    based on 25 ratings
     | 8,536 views

    9th in the series "Left Behind: 1 & 2 Thessalonians" Topic is avoiding deception in the end times.

    After 14 years of studying the Bible, William Miller became convinced that Christ would return in 1843. When Miller announced April 3 as the day, some disciples went to mountaintops, hoping for a head start to heaven. Others were in graveyards, planning to ascend in reunion with their departed ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Living In Christ Part 1: Off With The Old And On With The New Series

    Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Jul 28, 2008
    based on 7 ratings
     | 13,432 views

    If we are in Christ, we need to leave our old life behind us and embrace new life.

    Living in Christ Part 1: Off With the Old and On With the New Text: Eph. 4:17-24 Introduction 1. Illustration: A good set of clothes make all the difference. A Methodist church tried to get a man to attend, but he never did. "Why don’t you come?" the minister asked, and the man finally admitted ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    The Election Is Over – Now What?

    Contributed by Wayne Searls on Jan 12, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,061 views

    PROPOSITION: To motivate the hearer to step behind and prayerfully support those whom God has raised up.

    Romans 13:1-8 (NKJV) 1. Let every soul be subject to the governing authorities. For there is no authority except from God, and the authorities that exist are appointed by God. 2. Therefore whoever resists the authority resists the ordinance of God, and those who resist will bring judgment on ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene