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  • Richard Lankford avatar

    The Mending Of Our Minds

    Contributed by Richard Lankford on Jul 25, 2022
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    Many of the things we hear and are exposed to on a regular basis shape the way we think throughout life. And for a majority of the time, our thoughts ultimately determine the actions that we take and the conclusions that we reach..

    One of the things that I have discovered... not only about my own life... but about the lives of all of us as Children of God... is that whenever we face days of conflict or days of adversity, our frame of mind (our mental attitude) (our thoughts) usually determine how we come out of these ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    Taking The Bread Of Life Always In Faith

    Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Aug 13, 2024
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    Our senses, as St. Thomas taught, deceive us. Only faith enables us to recognize the reality.

    Twentieth Sunday in Course 2024 There are, we know intuitively, that there are two ways for a human being to go. The Scriptures refer to them as Wisdom and Foolishness. The writer of the book of Proverbs introduces our theme by picturing Wisdom as a person who builds a kind of Temple with seven ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

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    Which Path Should You Take?

    Contributed by Bruce Ball on Feb 14, 2005
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    This sermon showcases the lie the Roman soldiers told; why they told it; and how that is still affecting our walk in Christ today.

    I want you to picture something in your mind this morning. Imagine yourself going up a hill, and you know that on the other side of that hill is a cliff that drops off hundreds of feet below into a lake of burning sulpher and volcanic lava. You know you have to get to the other side of that lake, ...read more

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    Why The Man On The Cross?

    Contributed by M. K. Mathews on Oct 29, 2012
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    This sermon based on the present culture in India, here now people are running behind "human gods". And many asking questions like "why this man on the cross?".

    God’s Plan: “For God so loved the world that he gave his only begotten son, that whoever believes in him should not perish but have an everlasting life” (John 3:16). The above verse deserves to be decorated with jewels as it is one of the diamond verse in the Bible, which ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • GARY ELLER avatar

    Lessons From The Cross

    Contributed by Gary Eller on Nov 8, 2016
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    What we can learn from The Cross.

    LESSONS FROM THE CROSS LK 23:33 33 And when they had come to the place called Calvary, there they crucified Him, and the criminals, one on the right hand and the other on the left. 1. THE VILENESS OF SIN- SIN IS THE MOST HORRIBLE THING THAT EVER WAS, IS OR EVER WILL BE. WE CANNOT SEE SIN, BUT WE ...read more

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    Justice And Mercy At The Cross PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 17, 2024
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    This sermon explores the transformative power of forgiveness, mercy, and justice, as exemplified by Jesus' plea during his crucifixion in Luke 23:34.

    Good morning, beloved family. I am so glad you've chosen to join us today. As we gather in this sacred space, I can't help but feel the warmth of God's love radiating from each and every one of you. We are here, not by chance, but by divine appointment, called together to delve into the depths of ...read more

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    The Cross This Good Friday

    Contributed by Anthony Lacy on Feb 22, 2011
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    A short message on the meaning and value of the Cross for at Easter time.

    Good Friday After this, Jesus knew that everything had been done. So that the Scripture would come true, he said, “I am thirsty.” 29 There was a jar full of vinegar there, so the soldiers soaked a sponge in it, put the sponge on a branch of a hyssop plant, and lifted it to ...read more

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    O The Wonderful Cross

    Contributed by Ralph Juthman on Nov 4, 2013
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     | 8,084 views

    A message for communion centering on the power of the cross

    O THE WONDERFUL CROSS Isaiah 53:1-12 INTRODUCTION: The cross is the most loved, reviled, and misunderstood symbol in the world. It is so common that many do not really know what it is about except maybe a nice piece of Jewelry. To the Christian the cross means so much more. Oswald Chambers ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Lent 2019 - At The Cross Series

    Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Mar 20, 2019
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    There is an old hymn that goes by various titles such as "At The Cross" and "Alas, And Did My Savior Bleed". This sermon explores the series of questions asked in that song and what it means to us.

    Lent 2019 - At the Cross - Verse 1 Please stand as we read our newest memory Scripture together … 1 John 1:5-7 “This is the message we have heard from Him and declare to you: God is light; in Him there is no darkness at all. If we claim to have fellowship with Him and yet walk in the darkness, we ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    From The Cross To Resurrection

    Contributed by Jenny Franklin on Apr 8, 2023
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    An integrated gospel account of the crucifixion and resurrection of Jesus, including His suffering on the cross, His death and burial, and His resurrection. Prophecies fulfilled and scripture references for “What Happened Next” are also included.

    Journey to Calvary As the chief priests led Jesus away to be crucified, he fell beneath the weight of the cross. His back was torn and bleeding. He was weakened from blood loss. They grabbed Simon, a Cyrenian who was coming out of the country, from the crowd and forced him to pick up the cross ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Power Of The Cross In Thanksgiving Series

    Contributed by Everette Pafford on Nov 24, 2002
    based on 44 ratings
     | 9,985 views

    For believers who live with identification of the Cross of Jesus Christ a life of thanksgiving is a natural attitude of life because of the power of God at work in them.

    The Power of the Cross Series – Part 4 “In Thanksgiving” November 24, 2002 10:30 AM Two men were walking through a field one day when they spotted an enraged bull. Instantly they darted toward the nearest fence. The storming bull followed in hot pursuit, and it was soon apparent they wouldn’t ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Truth About Truth

    Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Jul 26, 2012
    based on 4 ratings
     | 9,807 views

    It may take a crucified church to bring a crucified Christ before the eyes of the world. Christ’s cross makes foolish human wisdom. The cross insults our intelligence (too simple), ability (nothing to do), and ambition (not glory for self).

    Opening illustration: When Harvard University was founded, its motto was Veritas Christo et Ecclesiae —“Truth for Christ and the Church.” Its crest showed three books, one face down to symbolize the limitation of human knowledge. But in recent decades that book has been turned ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Wise Up About Sex Series

    Contributed by Timothy Peck on Apr 15, 2002
    based on 261 ratings
     | 40,180 views

    A warning, the consequences, the alternative, and a reality check about sexual temptation in our lives.

    Note: This sermon was introduced by a monologue called "Break for Commercial" There is no commercial break. Real life isn’t scripted that way. Real life doesn’t consist of the neat little plotlines that can be resolved in a 30 minute sitcom or an hour long TV drama. And this of course is the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Cross Of Second Chances

    Contributed by Sean Smuts on Jan 15, 2003
    based on 34 ratings
     | 7,723 views

    A Sermon set to the seeker.

    The Cross of Second Chances (7-29-01) I Corinthians 15:1-11 Mark 16:1-7 Imagine the last time that you were able to have a second chance. When was it? Maybe it was the time when you burnt the dinner, perhaps it was the time when you forgot to pay the late fee for a video or book that you had ...read more

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    Denomination: Mennonite

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    Jesus Died On The Cross Series

    Contributed by E. True Neilson on Apr 12, 2017
    based on 1 rating
     | 12,765 views

    10 Week series on the Gospel

    GOSPEL DEEP JESUS DIED ON THE CROSS – HEBREWS 2:14-15 -In 2004 a controversial movie was released. -Directed by Mel Gibson and starring Jim Caviezel this movie was called “The Passion of the Christ”. -Like many people, we went to see this movie about Jesus and it was a weird experience. -We sat ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ