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  • V. David Sedaca avatar

    Back To The Basics

    Contributed by V. David Sedaca on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 9 ratings
     | 4,993 views

    Today's passage deals with the first of seven churches, Ephesus.

    Today's passage deals with the first of seven churches, Ephesus. Our belief is that there were probably more than seven at this time, but God chose these churches to prove the conditions of Churches and Christians in the last days. Ephesus is commended for Her (1) Labor, (2) Patience, (3) Stand ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Evangelism 101 - Part 6 Series

    Contributed by Chuck Brooks on Dec 17, 2020
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,739 views

    Last time we shared a message from Hebrews 12 called A Tale of Two Mountains.

    Last time we shared a message from Hebrews 12 called A Tale of Two Mountains. We learned through this message that: * At Mt. Sinai God revealed Himself to His people with thundering and lightening, smoke and fire…At Mt. Zion, God revealed Himself through His love and compassion * At Mt. Sinai ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    The Three Trees

    Contributed by Chris Swanson on Dec 29, 2022
     | 2,195 views

    Long ago there were three trees. One was a fig tree, one a sycamore tree, and the last tree we know not what type it was. Regardless of what the last tree was made of, we want to look at the significance of the three trees.

    John 1:45-51 Nathanael One Man Under a Tree Under Condemnation Nazareth was scorned by the Jews due to the Roman army that was stationed there. Nathanael's remark undoubtedly mirrored the public view. Philip found Nathanael and said that they had found Jesus of Nazareth, the one Moses and ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    What Is The Significance Of The Three Trees?

    Contributed by Chris Swanson on Jun 11, 2023
     | 1,590 views

    Long ago there were three trees. One was a fig tree, one was a sycamore tree, and the last tree we know not what type it was. Regardless of what the last tree was made of, we want to look at the significance of the three trees.

    John 1:45-51 – One Man Under A Tree Nathanael – Under Condemnation Nazareth was scorned by the Jews due to the Roman army that was stationed there. Nathanael's remark undoubtedly mirrored the public view. Philip found Nathanael and said that they had found Jesus of Nazareth, the one Moses ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Responsibilities Of A Christian Wife And Mother

    Contributed by John White on May 10, 2019
     | 7,193 views

    A close look at the relationship and responsibilities God gave to the first couple confirms His high and noble purpose in creating man and establishing the first home.

    Responsibilities Of A Christian Wife And Mother EPH. 5:21-24 "Submitting yourselves one to another in the fear of God. (22) Wives, submit yourselves unto your own husbands, as unto the Lord. (23) For the husband is the head of the wife, even as Christ is the head of the church: and he is the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Twenty-First Sunday In Ordinary Time, Cycle A--21st Sunday, Year B--The Eucharist

    Contributed by Paul Andrew on Aug 20, 2021
     | 1,495 views

    In the Eucharist, Jesus inaugurated a new mode of presence in “Lord’s supper” (1 Cor 11:20) or the “breaking of the bread” (Acts 2:42,46)

    (1) What the Eucharist is not—Cannibalism. Two men who lived in a small town got into a terrible dispute that they could not resolve. So, they decided to talk to the wisest man in town. The first man went to the house of the wise man and told him his version of what happened. When he finished, ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

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    Worship On Earth Series

    Contributed by David Welch on May 17, 2018
     | 5,860 views

    Message 15 in our exposition of Revelation. This message continues a discussion of worship started last message.

    The Revelation of Jesus Christ “Earthly Worship” Understanding Biblical Worship INTRODUCTION John unveiled a picture of heavenly worship; what worship on earth? Most of what we learn about earthily worship, we learn by Biblical observation. God left wide latitude as to the mechanics or form ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

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    Fhpr, Part 1 - Having A Common Faith Series

    Contributed by Brian La Croix on Aug 23, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,076 views

    First in a series on healthy relationships that Christians can have.

    Foundations for Healthy Personal Relationships Part 1 – Having a Common Faith 2 Corinthians 6:14-18 August 1, 2010 NOTE: THE ME/WE/GOD/YOU/WE FORMAT IS FORM ANDY STANLEY’S BOOK, "COMMUNICATING FOR A CHANGE." Me: I’m generally what people call a “people-person.” I generally like hanging out with ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    The Two Witnesses

    Contributed by John Kapteyn on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 18 ratings
     | 3,049 views

    1. Last week John was given a measuring rod to measure the temple and count the people in it.

    1. Last week John was given a measuring rod to measure the temple and count the people in it. And as we discussed, this did not mean the physical building but rather the true church which is the temple as described in the new testament. And we saw how the church in general can be described as the ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    The Two Witnesses

    Contributed by John Kapteyn on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 38 ratings
     | 4,313 views

    1. Last week John was given a measuring rod to measure the temple and count the people in it.

    1. Last week John was given a measuring rod to measure the temple and count the people in it. And as we discussed, this did not mean the physical building but rather the true church which is the temple as described in the new testament. And we saw how the church in general can be described as the ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    A Father's Legacy PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 25, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,919 views

    Emphasize the importance of living a Christ-centered life that leaves a lasting, positive legacy for future generations.

    Good morning, church family! Today, we're going to dive into the wisdom found in Proverbs 13:22. I am reminded of a quote by Lauren Daigle who said, "We, as Christians, have a legacy to leave, and it's all about a love of Christ to permeate the music and reach the hearts of all of the people out ...read more

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    Isaiah 52:1-2

    Contributed by Matthew Davaughn Cox on Oct 2, 2012
    based on 5 ratings
     | 18,023 views

    This sermon reflects on the first two verses in Isaiah 52.

    How many people would say that they enjoy being asleep? On the other hand how many people would say that they enjoy being awake? It is safe to say that you can do more for God when you are awake then when you are asleep. When you are awake you know what is going on around you, and you are aware ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

  • Grant Adams avatar

    Four Men At A Communion Table

    Contributed by Grant Adams on Jul 22, 2024
     | 754 views

    In an upper room around a table in the city of Jerusalem, we see Jesus and the apostles. First communion table in history. First table a prophecy: a memorial. First table that looked to Calvary. The table today looks backward to the same cross.

    In an upper room around a table in the city of Jerusalem, we see Jesus and the apostles. First communion table in history. First table a prophecy: a memorial. First table that looked to Calvary. The table today looks backward to the same cross. The most solemn and sacred place on earth without ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Regaining Hope When It Seems Lost Series

    Contributed by Pat Damiani on Feb 15, 2006
    based on 15 ratings
     | 8,211 views

    Last of a five part series frm 1 Peter about finding hope for our lives.

    Read 1 Peter 4:7-11 Background The end of all things is near… (V.7) • Letter probably written by Peter in mid 60’s AD • By then Christians were beginning to undergo persecution by Nero • Peter sees what is happening and thinking back to the words of Jesus believes that the return of Jesus is ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    What Made You Give Up The Ghost

    Contributed by Juan Lane on Jul 27, 2005
    based on 16 ratings
     | 6,921 views

    We need to know that the last thing that we should give up should be our ghost.

    What Made You Give Up The Ghost? Scripture Reference: Mark 15:35-37 (KJV) Mark 15: 35 And some of them that stood by, when they heard it, said, Behold, he calleth Elias. 36 And one ran and filled a spunge full of vinegar, and put it on a reed, and gave him to drink, saying, Let alone; let us ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal