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  • Ricky Tuttle Thd avatar

    At The Gate Beautiful Series

    Contributed by Ricky Tuttle Thd on Jul 19, 2024
     | 1,505 views

    There is much said by commentaries about this text. Most agree that this is the first miracle following the ascension of Jesus to heaven; but I disagree.

    “At The Gate Beautiful” Acts 3:2-8 There is much said by commentaries about this text. Most agree that this is the first miracle following the ascension of Jesus to heaven; but I disagree. I believe that the greatest miracle that can happen is not that the lame walk, or the blind see, or even ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    My Refuge In Times Of Trouble

    Contributed by Derek Geldart on Apr 5, 2020
    based on 3 ratings
     | 10,707 views

    The following sermon is going to focus first on the false refuge of the things of this world and finish with what refuge in God looks like.

    Our Refuge Psalms 46:1-3 Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/?page_id=3567 “If, indeed the Lord be our refuge and strength, we are entitled to seek after a spirit which shall bear us above the dreads of common men.” When the tides of tribulations come roaring into one’s life and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Michael Stark avatar

    And God Created Mosquitos

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Jul 30, 2020
     | 4,155 views

    A study of the effects of the fall of our first parents and the ramifications for creation. The follower of Christ lives in anticipation of the restoration of all things.

    “God saw everything that he had made, and behold, it was very good. And there was evening and there was morning, the sixth day.” Creation was “very good.” God Himself declared this to be the case. Yet, if in spite of citronella candles, mosquito coils, or insect repellant liberally applied to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Day I Got The Call

    Contributed by Brien Sims on Jul 3, 2008
    based on 3 ratings
     | 2,665 views

    Your faith will be tested by this world, so learn how deep it runs. How far will will you follow Jesus? What kind of follower are you?

    The phone rings. I answer it only to hear something I never thought I would. Shock overtook my senses before I could even say a word. All I could say was, “What?” I will never forget that one day when the last straw fell and all the strength I had dissolved instantly into complete nothingness ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • James Jackson avatar

    1. Becoming Less Series

    Contributed by James Jackson on Mar 9, 2025
     | 737 views

    An eight week Easter Series through the gospel of John

    Good morning. Please open your Bibles to John 1. A few years ago I started seeing this symbol on the backs of cars around town. I had no idea what it meant. At first I thought it was a new model of car— like the BMW HeVi or something. Then I thought, well, maybe they wanted to brag that they had ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Michael Hopkins avatar

    The Heartbreaking Messiah

    Contributed by Michael Hopkins on Sep 7, 2021
     | 2,064 views

    A sermon exploring heartbreak and suffering through peter and the disicples

    Mark 8:27-38 Have you ever heard the sound of a heart breaking? Do you remember what it sounds like? Maybe it was your child's heart breaking when they found that the job market had disappeared? Maybe it was your sister or brother's heart breaking when the test results were worse than ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Scott Kircher avatar

    Family Portrait Series

    Contributed by Scott Kircher on Aug 15, 2014
    based on 10 ratings
     | 16,649 views

    Paul gives some details of how we should conduct ourselves in our roles in the Christian family.

    Family Portrait Ephesians 6:1-4 Intro Slide I like pictures. I like to look at pictures from the past. They are great reminders of what we were like and can help to remind us of times we were enjoying life or happy when things are not going as great, so that we can make some changes to help get ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Importance Of Believing

    Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Sep 24, 2020
    based on 3 ratings
     | 2,711 views

    This passage is a summary of the forty days from Easter to Ascension (Acts 1:3), and beyond that to the application of the Great Commission.

    THE IMPORTANCE OF BELIEVING. Mark 16:9-20. We start with a resounding statement of fact: “Jesus was risen early on the first day of the week” (Mark 16:9a)! This fact is attested in the other Gospels, and throughout the New Testament, and is the whole basis and explanation of the existence of ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Draft Selection Series

    Contributed by Thomas Swope on Mar 23, 2017
     | 8,900 views

    A study of the Gospel of John 1: 35 – 51

    John 1: 35 – 51 Draft Selection 35 Again, the next day, John stood with two of his disciples. 36 And looking at Jesus as He walked, he said, “Behold the Lamb of God!” 37 The two disciples heard him speak, and they followed Jesus. 38 Then Jesus turned, and seeing them following, ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

  • Dr. Jerry N. Watts avatar

    Define Your Relationship Series

    Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Dec 17, 2012
    based on 4 ratings
     | 9,067 views

    This series of message are inspired by Kyle Idleman's book - "Not a Fan."

    Define Your Relationship A Fan or A Follower – #1 of 5 Jerry Watts Luke 9:23 (Note: This series is inspired by Kyle Idleman’s book – “Not a Fan”) * (VIDEO) Over the next few weeks I am going to ask you to answer this simple question: “Am I a fan or am I a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Rodney Coe avatar

    When God Turns The Light On Series

    Contributed by Rodney Coe on Feb 9, 2015
     | 9,126 views

    How you can tell when God shows you what is in your heart.

    In March of 1927 God sent a young named Peter Marshall to the U.S. He had a purpose, a plan of God a calling from on high to come to America and become a minister. Listen to Dr. Marshall’s words, “I was coming to the United States to enter the ministry, because I believed, with all my ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Justin Steckbauer avatar

    The Parable Of The Workers In The Vineyard: The Ranking System Of The Kingdom Of God Series

    Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Sep 12, 2022
     | 1,743 views

    Today we’re in the vineyard. We’re in the grape fields. Very important in ancient times. Very important today, the wine and juice industry is huge. But we’re in the vineyard again. Last few weeks we’ve been in the vineyard.

    Today we’re in the vineyard. We’re in the grape fields. Very important in ancient times. Very important today, the wine and juice industry is huge. But we’re in the vineyard again. Last few weeks we’ve been in the vineyard. Jesus as we know very often used common practices to explain deep spiritual ...read more

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    Denomination: Salvation Army

  • Ronald Crandall avatar

    Come Walk With Me

    Contributed by Ronald Crandall on Mar 25, 2011
     | 9,249 views

    Challeging people to come along side of you and minister

    Text: II Kings 2:9 9 When they had crossed, Elijah said to Elisha, "Tell me, what can I do for you before I am taken from you?" "Let me inherit a double portion of your spirit," Elisha replied. „« Come walk with me I need your hands, I need your mind, For it is almost the End of time, Come walk ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Ken Sauer avatar

    "What Are You Looking For?"

    Contributed by Ken Sauer on Jan 12, 2011
    based on 8 ratings
     | 12,051 views

    A sermon about living life to the full through following Christ.

    John 1:29-42 “What Are You Looking For?” By: Ken Sauer, Pastor of East Ridge United Methodist Church, Chattanooga, TN www.eastridgeumc.com (Many of the ideas from this sermon came from a sermon by Brett Younger) How would your life be different if you were not a Christian? For some ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

  • Rev. Duraimony Dickson avatar

    Building Up In The Word Of God Series

    Contributed by Rev. Duraimony Dickson on Mar 19, 2021
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,910 views

    Building a mighty wall for the Lord is not the end of your task. Build up your faith. Build up your family life. And build up all those who are around you.

    Building Up in the Word of God “And Ezra blessed the LORD, the great God. Then all the people answered, “Amen, Amen!” while lifting up their hands. And they bowed their heads and worshiped the LORD with their faces to the ground.” - Nehemiah 8:6 The story of Nehemiah and Ezra is divided into ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational