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  • Derrick Strickland avatar

    Jesus Is Not Afraid To Touch Our Scars

    Contributed by Derrick Strickland on Mar 2, 2002
    based on 154 ratings
     | 13,297 views

    This leper’s scars ran far deeper than his debilitating disease. Jesus is more than just thehealer of the surface problem, but can bring healing to emotional and spiritual scars as well.

    “JESUS ISN’T AFRAID TO TOUCH OUR SCARS” Mark 1:40-45 INTRO: 1.There’s not only a message in the fact that Jesus healed - there is’ also a multitude of messages in how He heals. a.Each individual was handled differently. Why? (Not mechanical methods) b.The way He met their need is as ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Elisha The Disciple Series

    Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Jan 4, 2017
     | 8,193 views

    Elisha would work more miracles and extend more grace than any other until Jesus. But he did not surface out of nowhere; let’s begin his story at the beginning.

    Elisha the Disciple (I Kings 19:9-21) 1. A story is told that At the beginning of a new year, a high school principal decided to post his teachers’ new year’s resolutions on the bulletin board. As the teachers gathered around the bulletin board, a great commotion started. One of the teachers was ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Textures Of The Church Series

    Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Jul 31, 2018
     | 4,662 views

    Texture means the surface or the exterior of the building. We can also say the outdoor walls, outside of the building look. Church is a building as well as people. Building is the place where people gathered for church.

    Topic: Textures of the Church Text: Ephesians 4:1-16 Introduction: When we develop a garden, we buy varieties of flora plants. We expect different colour flowers. In your fish tank you would like to see different colourful fish. Likewise, God placed us in the Church with varieties of textures. ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Resurrection Sunday 2017

    Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Apr 18, 2017
     | 4,013 views

    We have an unbelievable God! On the surface the many miracles of the Bible are unbelievable, but, if we could understand everything God did He would be only a man. Let's look deeper with faith!

    Matthew 27:62 – 28:10 (Please find this place in your Bibles so we can look at the Scripture together) This is Resurrection Sunday!!! I LOVE Resurrection Sunday! Actually, for true, born again followers of Jesus every Sunday is a celebration of Jesus life, death, resurrection and His soon ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    What Should I Do With This Anger

    Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Aug 11, 2004
    based on 34 ratings
     | 4,145 views

    This sermon deals with ways to handle the stress of anger.

    Help, What Should I Do With This Anger? NLF 3/21/2004 2 Samuel 13: 7-33 Ephesians 4:25-32 Our bible study this week will deal with the stress of anger. When was the last time that you became very angry? An hour after it was over, how did you feel about the ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    The Test Of Loving My Neighbor

    Contributed by Abraham Shanklin on Jan 31, 2004
    based on 69 ratings
     | 14,458 views

    One of the main purposes of 1 John is to help the Christian, the child of God to know that they are truly in a right relationship with God, to know that your standing is true in the Lord.

    Living the Life Series: The Test of Loving My Neighbor Scripture Reference: 1 John 2:7 – 11 Introduction I agree with one pastor who stated that he had yet to meet anyone who actually likes to take tests. In fact some people have a phobia about taking tests, they freeze up as soon as the test is ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Three Generations Of Faith

    Contributed by Mark Lewis on Mar 7, 2003
    based on 14 ratings
     | 17,573 views

    A sermon addressing the need to pass on to succeeding generations the faith of previous generations.

    Title - The Three Generations of Faith Text - Judges 2:6-10; Psalm 78:1-8 Intro. - In the book Pentecostals in Crisis author Ron Auch says, and I quote, “Already we can see the first symptoms of the illness creeping through the body of the Pentecostal church: we still claim to believe in the ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Recovering A Fumble Series

    Contributed by Jess Bousa on Jan 30, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 8,265 views

    Our hearts are what direct us in life. They are our compass. If we fumble and our hearts go bad, then our behavior will follow suit, but if our heart is pure, then only positive behavior will follow. Learn how to recover a fumble and prevent a fumble.

    Today, we are going to begin, the first part of a four part series, titled, “Full-Time Christianity.” Another way of saying it is Lifestyle-Worship. Imagine with me, you get your dream job. You start off with a high salary, full benefits, a retirement plan, and investment package. You get it ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Living Sacrifice (Pt 2)

    Contributed by Chris Talton on Jan 18, 2002
    based on 15 ratings
     | 4,484 views

    Jesus sacrificed everything for us. That sacrifice accomplished the greatest miracle of all. What will sacrifice do in your life?

    April 16, 2000 Mark 15; Luke 23 Living Sacrifice – Part 2 INTRODUCTION Have you ever wondered what happened to the 56 men who signed the Declaration of Independence? Five signers were captured by the British as traitors, and tortured before they died. Twelve had their homes ransacked and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Living Sacrifice (Pt. 2)

    Contributed by Chris Talton on Jan 22, 2002
    based on 85 ratings
     | 40,138 views

    Through the example of Jesus, we can get a good picture of what sacrifice will accomplish in your life.

    April 16, 2000 Mark 15; Luke 23 Living Sacrifice – Part 2 INTRODUCTION Have you ever wondered what happened to the 56 men who signed the Declaration of Independence? Five signers were captured by the British as traitors, and tortured before they died. Twelve had their homes ransacked and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Attitudes In Times Of Suffering (Part 1)

    Contributed by Tony Miano on Dec 11, 2000
    based on 67 ratings
     | 8,912 views

    This morning we’re going to look at some of the attitudes we should have if we suffer for doing the right thing.

    Attitudes in Times of Suffering (Part 1) 1 Peter 3:13-22 Preached by Pastor Tony Miano at Lake Hills Community Church August, 2000 Introduction: We’ve come to the point in Peter’s letter where he begins to speak about the central theme of his message. From here on out, Peter will comfort, ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    The Eyes Opened To The Law Of God

    Contributed by Curtis Kittrell on May 28, 2003
    based on 10 ratings
     | 7,553 views

    The term ‘law’ is used in various senses in the Bible. Sometimes it means that which was written on the two tables of stone; sometimes the ceremonial law given to Israel by God through Moses; sometimes the five books of Moses in distinction from the books

    THE EYES OPENED TO THE LAW OF GOD “Open Thou mine eyes that I may behold wondrous things out of Thy law.” Psalm 119:18. In this discourse I shall show — I. IN WHAT SENSE THE TERM LAW IS USED IN THE TEXT. II. THE MEANING OF THE REQUEST — “OPEN THOU MINE EYES.” III. WHAT IS IMPLIED IN MAKING THE ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    True Love Series

    Contributed by Robert Fox on Dec 22, 2006
     | 9,025 views

    Part 3 in series. What is "true love"? Is it biblical? If so, what does the Bible say about it? Student ministry PowerPoint format

    [True Love] 1 Corinthians 13:1-13 This material was originally presented in PowerPoint format to a student ministry. If you have questions or would like a copy of the original PowerPoint, drop me an email at robert.fox@alltel.com [True Love] Slide Graphic: shamelessly sentimental pictures of me ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Mark Jones avatar

    Tall Strong Trees With Deep Wet Roots

    Contributed by Mark Jones on May 29, 2003
    based on 74 ratings
     | 14,432 views

    Psalm 1 Gives God’s plan for success and happiness; the growing Christian is a happy Christian.

    Tall, Strong Trees With Deep Wet Roots! Psalm 1 1 Blessed is the man who does not walk in the counsel of the wicked or stand in the way of sinners or sit in the seat of mockers. 2 But his delight is in the law of the LORD, and on his law he meditates day and night. 3 He is like a tree planted ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    A Forcing Of Sides Series

    Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Feb 17, 2003
    based on 139 ratings
     | 7,656 views

    Pilate did with Christ what millions do today: he was not against Him, but wanted to avoid the issue. When the pressure came, he had a choice. It is only under pressure that our true convictions surface.

    Note: this is a bulletin insert I put in our bulletins to supplement the sermon; it contains much helpful information, so I have included it here before the sermon. Ed Pilate: A Friend to Caesar or Not? The year was 33 AD. Jesus had been arrested and illegally tried. From a human perspective, ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible