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  • Kevin Ruffcorn avatar

    Following The Parade Series

    Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on May 16, 2011
     | 5,337 views

    Jesus entry into Jerusalem marks him as a revolutionary--a threat to the Romans and Jewish authorities, and the door to an abundant life for his followers

    Matthew 21:1-11 “Following the Parade” INTRODUCTION As we enter into Holy Week and reflect on the passion and suffering of Jesus, many of us have difficulty understanding why the authorities executed Jesus. We see his compassion for the common people—healing the sick, ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Ten Evidences Of Conversion

    Contributed by David Parks on Jun 2, 2004
    based on 8 ratings
     | 3,456 views

    If Christianity were outlawed, would there be enough evidence to convict you?

    Ten Evidences of Conversion TEXT: 2 Cor. 13:5 INTRODUCTION: 1. Have you noticed all of the merchandise with the letter X on it lately. 2. It stands for Malcom X whose autobiography was just produced by Spike Lee. 3. Recent surveys demonstrate that many who wear the logos don’t even know what he ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Rewards Of Consistent Fasting

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 15, 2025
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    Fasting is not a one-time emergency button; it is a spiritual discipline that opens the doors to divine rewards when done consistently and with the right motives.

    THE REWARDS OF CONSISTENT FASTING By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Matthew 6:17-18 Supporting Texts: Isaiah 58:6-12, Joel 2:12-28, Luke 4:1-14, Acts 13:2-3, Daniel 10:2-12 INTRODUCTION: Fasting is not a one-time emergency button; it is a spiritual discipline that opens the doors to divine ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Dr. Ronald Shultz avatar

    Is God Sustaining Your Church

    Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Jul 11, 2020
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,012 views

    Are you struggling to keep the doors open? Stop! God is most likely calling you to a better pasture because yours is brown.

    "What God does not ordain, He does not sustain." - Unknown This may well be why so many church starts fail. Intentions may have been good and demographics screamed, "GO!", but the still small voice of God said, "No" or "Not now" or "Not you." It ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Steve Ely avatar

    A Prayer Partner Series

    Contributed by Steve Ely on Dec 7, 2022
     | 2,898 views

    An unlocked door can keep you out if you don’t know it is unlocked. What did Jesus unlock for us?

    Unlocked Pt. 2 - A Prayer Partner I. Introduction If you have ever been in a blazing hot parking lot with an undone clothes hanger clutched in your hands as you try to pull up the lock on a car door that is locked with your keys laying on the seat of the car, then you will whole heartedly agree ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    A Subtle Intrusion

    Contributed by Dan Thompkins on Feb 8, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,411 views

    “Every time God’s people suffer destruction it is because the deceiver has been allowed just a little foothold in the door.

    A Subtle Intrusion A SUBTLE INTRUSION Sunday, 7/21~/07 A.M. PPHC Text: Matt. 24: 3-4 “And as he sat upon the mount of Olives, the disciples came unto him privately, saying, Tell us, when shall these things be? and what [shall be] the sign of thy coming, and of the end of the world? And Jesus ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    A Place Holder Series

    Contributed by Steve Ely on Dec 7, 2022
     | 2,026 views

    An unlocked door can keep you out if you don’t know it is unlocked. What did Jesus unlock for us?

    Unlocked Pt. 3 - A Place Holder I. Introduction If you don't believe an unlocked door is just as strong and restrictive as a locked door if you don’t know that the door is unlocked, then all you need to do is google bank robbery failures. Watch footage of stupid criminals who push a door open ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Jesus Is Knocking

    Contributed by Niles Lloyd on Oct 26, 2002
    based on 86 ratings
     | 27,639 views

    AS LOST PEOPLE GO THROUGH LIFE, THERE IS A LOVING SAVIOR WHO PERSISTENTLY AND GENTLY KNOCKS AT THEIR HEARTS DOOR SO THEY CAN BE SAVED.

    TITLE: JESUS IS KNOCKING 10/8/02 TEXT: REVELATION 3:14 - 20 INTRO: JESUS HERE IN HIS LETTERS TO THE 7 CHURCHES OF ASIA, SPEAKS TO EACH OF THEM AND WITH EACH CHURCH, HE ADDRESSES A PARTICULAR PROBLEM. 1. 2:1 EPHESUS = DEPARTED, THEY HAD LEFT THEIR FIRST LOVE! 2. 2:8 ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    It Begins With Me

    Contributed by David Dunn on Oct 31, 2025
     | 144 views

    Revival starts where one heart turns—opening closed doors, cleansing hidden sin, and welcoming the Spirit’s rain until joy returns again.

    Introduction — The Long Wait for Rain Sometimes revival doesn’t arrive with thunder. Sometimes it seeps in quietly—like rain through hard, cracked ground. For years we may live with the crust of complacency, calling it contentment. We tell ourselves that the season of power is past, that we’ve ...read more

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    Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

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    Expecting More Than People Can Give

    Contributed by Jeremy Houck on May 7, 2005
    based on 31 ratings
     | 5,198 views

    We were given a hunger for God by God.

    Expecting More Than People Can Give Psalm 42:1-2 Have you ever wished that you could start all over? The Associated Press this week reported out of Georgetown, Texas that Molly Daniels pleaded guilty to charges of digging up a woman’s corpse, and staging a fiery car accident to fake her ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Year Of The Shepherd Series

    Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Dec 17, 2016
    based on 3 ratings
     | 9,829 views

    Luke shares with us some characteristics that the Shepherds possessed - 1. They were Receptive Listeners 2. They Embraced Obedience 3. They were Enthusiastic in their Praise and 4. They were Public Proclaimers of the Good News

    Scripture: Luke 2:15-21 Theme: Year of the Shepherd - New Year Luke shares with us some characteristics that the Shepherds possessed - 1. They were Receptive Listeners 2. They Embraced Obedience 3. They were Enthusiastic in Praise and 4. They were Public Proclaimers. INTRO: Grace ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

  • Ross Cochrane avatar

    Part 15 - Matthew 12:42 - The Hunger And The Hunt Series

    Contributed by Ross Cochrane on Nov 13, 2010
    based on 44 ratings
     | 5,751 views

    "She was not beautiful but her eyes were magnificent. They were piercing and caught the light as jade shards and occasionally as she passed into shadows you could catch glimpses of the hunger betrayed in the depths of their opalescent gaze...

    Part 15 - Matthew 12:42 - THE HUNGER AND THE HUNT "She was not beautiful but her eyes were magnificent. They were piercing and caught the light as jade shards and occasionally as she passed into shadows you could catch glimpses of the hunger betrayed in the depths of their opalescent gaze. As ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Shalom...peace

    Contributed by Lorraine Greeff on May 1, 2022
     | 1,909 views

    The resurrection peace of our lord Jesus Christ, who dies so that we may have everlasting life.

    SHALOM…PEACE How often has Jesus warned us of the hatred of the world as He experienced it , how He was persecuted so we shall be as well. His disciples feared for their lives after the crucifixion, locking themselves in the upper room, waiting… Are we as individuals and a church sitting behind ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

  • William D. Brown avatar

    Christ Likeness

    Contributed by William D. Brown on Mar 7, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,822 views

    WE’RE TO BE IN HIS LIKENESS

    1.Pet.2:21 Created to be Like Christ 2-16-08 God the Father has always known who would be saved and who would not be saved, and because He is God, He knew before the foundation of the world the exact number of saints to make up the Lord Jesus Church, and I believe that when that ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Rev. Matthew Parker avatar

    The Body Of Christ In Cabbagetown

    Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Jan 27, 2013
     | 4,541 views

    It’s critical to realize that we’re not just random people coming to church every Sunday and throughout the week. We’re a body. We’re Jesus’ body, and we’re on a mission,

    Church is a funny thing. I don’t mean funny, ha-ha, funny. Although, often it is that, because we’re human and humans are hilarious. Church is kind of peculiar, kind of wonderful, kind of a mystery. I know a lot of people have a lot of issues with church. I know that a lot of people don’t do a ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational