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  • Robert Sickler avatar

    Countering Drip-By-Drip Change...

    Contributed by Robert Sickler on Jun 10, 2016
     | 4,465 views

    Sometime change in our, and our churches, Christian perspective is so slow that we fail to recognize what is happening. It is like the drip-by-drip change, which Nazi ideology brought to Germany.

    Countering Drip-by-Drip Change... Illustration We need to take the time to question how the German people could have allowed Nazi fanatics to turn their country into a Satanic tool that killed Jews by the millions? While it is true that early on some Germans openly adopted pagan and irreligious ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    Powerful Series

    Contributed by Gordon Pike on Sep 10, 2018
     | 8,091 views

    we tend to focus too much on the meek and mild Jesus and not enough on the glorified Christ with His sword on His side, marching on boldly because of truth and righteousness … mighty to save.

    You want to talk about power? In August of 1883, a volcano on the Island of Krakatoa erupted. The initial blast sent a cloud of gas and debris 15 miles into the atmosphere. On the morning of August 27th, four tremendous explosions were heard 3,000 miles away. That would be like us hearing Mount ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Lessons From The Christmas Event

    Contributed by Richard Tow on Jul 17, 2017
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     | 14,045 views

    This sermon (1) examines how four categories of people interacted with the first coming of Messiah (2) draws lessons from their experiences and (3) applies those lessons to decisions we must make now and in the days ahead.

    Luke 1:26-38 12-20-15 I recently read about an atheist who went on a hike on a remote nature trail. He was enjoying the scenery and wild life so much that he lost track of the trail. When it was time for him to go back, he realized that he was hopelessly lost. In that state of panic, he did ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    I Met Him When I Had No Choice Series

    Contributed by Gordon Pike on Mar 28, 2021
     | 3,349 views

    Jesus stands before Pilate. It seems that Jesus is being swept away by the events surrounding Him but the TRUTH is that Jesus is the only one in control. It is Pilate and the Jewish leaders who are being swept up in a battle that they cannot see or control.

    Governor Pilate stood on the balcony of the praetorium, his headquarters, and looked down at the mobs milling around in the streets below. “Ugh!” he thought. Jewish pilgrims, priests, vendors, thieves, rebels, beggars, prostitutes … rabble! … all crammed into Jerusalem’s narrow streets … and it ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Exponential Faith Series

    Contributed by Brian Matherlee on Nov 29, 2007
     | 5,422 views

    Jesus takes a little and it becomes alot.

    THE CHURCH JESUS BUILDS Part 4-Exponential Faith Matthew 17:20 Sunday, March 11, 2007 Pastor Brian Matherlee A small boy riding a bus home from Sunday school was very proud of the card he had received, which had a picture and a caption that read: “Have Faith in God.” Then to his dismay the card ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    Worship - Heaven's Way Series

    Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Apr 25, 2012
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,688 views

    In Heaven, worship takes on the divine character.

    The Unveiling - Revelation Worship-Heaven’s Way Jerry Watts Revelation 5:8-14 * Picture an acorn or a pecan with me. They both come from trees which are beautiful and large. In order for a tree to be formed, it is required that the fruit (acorn or pecan) die to itself. Most pecans just lay ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Be Doers Of The Word

    Contributed by Marianne Unger on Aug 25, 2003
    based on 29 ratings
     | 6,539 views

    Taking action as Christians.

    James 1:17-27 “Be Doers Of The Word” As a preacher of the word, I have the privilege of sharing with you some of my life stories, learnings and wisdom. As a preacher of the word, I also have the responsibility of preparing a message for you that is hopefully helpful to your walk with God as a ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    Key To Harmony - Mercy

    Contributed by Brien Sims on Aug 4, 2008
     | 3,644 views

    The give and take of Mercy

    Control over ourselves can be a very difficult skill to both obtain and maintain, especially when we are the one who has been wronged. The first thing that comes to mind is a fitting punishment for the person on the other end. Whether it is our marriages, our friendships, our co-workers or even ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Bill Andrews avatar

    God Can Use A Rib

    Contributed by Bill Andrews on Aug 17, 2012
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,185 views

    Take the extra mile.

    In the book of Genesis, starting at Genesis 2 and 22, we become witnesses of an awesome event, which shape the destiny of relationship. Read along with me: “And the rib, which the LORD God had taken from man, made he a woman, and brought her unto the man.”- Genesis 2:22 God had to ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Compelled To The Corss

    Contributed by Jeff Pearce on Mar 30, 2012
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,338 views

    Taking up the cross.

    Compelled to the Cross Intro: Simon the Cyrenian 1: Who was he? a) man from north Africa b) a larger city, in what is eastern modern day Libya c) he was in Jerusalem at Passover during the crucifixion of Christ d) not much else can be known of Simon the Cyrenian Fact: The Gospel of Mark ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

  • Brian Bill avatar

    Breaking The Chains That Bind Series

    Contributed by Brian Bill on May 27, 2016
    based on 1 rating
     | 25,716 views

    We must first recognize the destruction of our lives before we can be delivered. Once we're delivered, Jesus deploys us to live on mission for Him.

    Breaking the Chains that Bind Mark 5:1-20 Rev. Brian Bill May 27-28, 2016 Nate Weaver Testimony – Part 1 My Name is Nate, I’m an unashamed believer in Jesus Christ and I struggle with sin. When I was 16-years-old, my worst nightmare and biggest fear came true. My parents announced ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Bobby Stults avatar

    Living Out Our Faith Thru Citizenship Series

    Contributed by Bobby Stults on Oct 5, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,776 views

    We are called by God’s Word to be good citizens for God has placed those in authority over us!

    Sermon Brief Date Written: September 21, 2007 Date Preached: September 23, 2007 Where Preached: OZHBC (PM) Sermon Details: Sermon Series: A Study in 1 Peter Sermon Title: Living Out Our Faith Thru Citizenship! Sermon Text: 1 Peter 2:13-17 13 Therefore submit yourselves to every ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Brian Bill avatar

    Power Encounters Series

    Contributed by Brian Bill on Oct 3, 2015
    based on 1 rating
     | 14,561 views

    A response is expected when Jesus is encountered.

    Power Encounters Mark 1:21-28 Rev. Brian Bill October 3-4, 2015 A recent article in the New York Times entitled, “Googling for God,” begins this way: “It has been a bad decade for God, at least so far.” Google searches for churches are down 15 percent over the last five ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Golden Attitude Series

    Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Nov 11, 2021
     | 1,405 views

    The golden rule is another way of saying the second of the great commandments, love for neighbor and gives a good motive for it.

    The golden rule is another way of saying the second of the great commandments, love for neighbor and gives a good motive for it. “Do to others whatever you would like them to do to you. This is the essence of all that is taught in the law and the prophets.” (Matthew 7:12 NLT) The two great ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Power Of A Good Beginning Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jan 2, 2026
     | 338 views

    Understanding that the way you start determines the trajectory of your life, your year, and every assignment God has for you.

    THE POWER OF A GOOD BEGINNING By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Genesis 1:1 Key Verse: “In the beginning God created the heaven and the earth.” (Genesis 1:1) Supporting Texts: Proverbs 3:6; Ecclesiastes 3:1; Isaiah 43:19; Joshua 1:8; Psalm 90:17 INTRODUCTION A strong beginning sets the tone ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God