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  • John Lowe avatar

    The Thief That Believed

    Contributed by John Lowe on Nov 29, 2012
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    The story of the dying thief is a perfect example of Christ’s power to save and of His generous willingness to receive all who come to Him, regardless of how good or bad they are. The saving of the dying thief is much more similar to our salvation experie

    The Thief That Believed “And he said unto Jesus, Lord, remember me when thou comest into thy kingdom. And Jesus said unto him, "To day shalt thou be with me in paradise.”-Luke 23:42-43. PORTION OF SCRIPTURE READ BEFORE ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Mother's Broken Heart: Lessons From Jesus' Words To Mary From The Cross

    Contributed by Jonathan Mcleod on May 21, 2008
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    Jesus’ words to Mary from the cross speak to our relationships with our parents and also our spiritual family.

    Mary proudly holds her newborn baby boy as she and her husband enter the temple court. Only forty days ago she gave birth to her firstborn Son. Today they have made the short trip from Bethlehem to dedicate her firstborn son to the Lord. As they make their way through the crowd, an elderly man ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    You Must Be Born Again

    Contributed by Jack Woodard on Jul 7, 2011
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    We have all seen Clubs or Businesses with signs upon their doors, telling everyone their conditions for entrance. Some demand you to be a member before you enter, others demand you meet their dress code, etc. That is what John 3 is. It is the Lord’s Sign

    TEXT: JOHN 3:1-21 TITLE: YOU MUST BE BORN AGAIN AUTHOR: JACK WOODARD _____________________________________________________________ INTRODUCTION: We have all seen Clubs or Businesses with signs upon ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Empty Promises Of Easter Series

    Contributed by Chad Bolfa on Apr 14, 2009
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    This morning, I would like us to think about the promises of Easter. There are three of them. Each promise is marked by something empty. An empty cross, and empty tomb and empty burial clothes. It is the very fact that each of these is empty that assures

    A Journey to Calvary; His Passion and our Deliverance Part 4 The Empty Promises of Easter Am Service April 12th 2009 Easter Luke 24:1-12 Introduction In our world, we are taught that; “if it sounds to good to be true, it probably is.” So many of us have been taken in by “empty promises,” that we ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Joseph Smith avatar

    God Using A Two-By-Four

    Contributed by Joseph Smith on Apr 4, 2009
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    The cross hits us like a two-by-four to get our attention and remind us of our sin, teach us how God suffers for that sin, and show us how far He will go to call us back to Himself.

    There is an old story -- so old, in fact, that I will not ask you to stop me if you’ve heard it before, because you have heard it before. But the story concerns a fellow riding on a cart, pulled by a stubborn old mule. It seems that this fellow liked to brag that he never had to whip the mule, he ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    It's All Relative Series

    Contributed by Curry Pikkaart on Mar 17, 2015
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     | 8,117 views

    Just what is the truth about truth?

    “Cross Currents: It’s All Relative” Col 2:6-15 A cartoon pictured Pastor Wilkins behind his desk, a look of utter disbelief on his face. Standing in front of him was a church member, Mrs. Trent. She had just said “According to my horoscope, this is a good week to preach ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Jesus: The Real Ironman

    Contributed by John Gaston on Mar 31, 2015
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    There are "Iron man" competitions of men & women. Only the toughest win. A recent movie captures the fighting spirit of a protector of mankind. But the ultimate "Ironman" is Jesus Christ, who faced the colossal specter of the cross, sin & death & overcame

    JESUS: THE REAL IRONMAN John 19:16-18 INTRODUCTION: MODERN IRONMEN A. HUMOR: THE TUNNEL 1. Boudreaux and Thibodeaux were traveling on a train. They had packed sack lunches and at last they got hungry. 2. Boudreaux opened his sack and got out a banana. He peeled it back and prepared to take a ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Dr. Madana Kumar, PhD avatar

    Crucifixion Of Jesus : The Climax Of The Upside Down Theology Of Jesus Series

    Contributed by Dr. Madana Kumar, Phd on Apr 6, 2015
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    Three nails on the cross make an inverted triangle. That is pretty much in line with Jesus' upside down teachings.

    Crucifixion of Jesus (Mark 15:21-32): The Climax of the Upside down Theology of Jesus The events described in versus Mark 15:21-32 are well known to all of us. We have probably heard many sermons on these verses in the past. Today I would like us to focus not on the events itself, but the message ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Question Series

    Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Apr 7, 2015
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    Jesus cries out from the cross, "My God, why have you forsaken me?" He dies alone and forsaken so that we may never be.

    Matthew 27:27-61 "The Question" INTRODUCTION We have come to the end of Holy Week. Since Palm Sunday, the tension between Jesus and both the religious and political authorities has built up. It came to a head on Thursday night when Judas betrayed Jesus, Jesus was arrested and after a fake ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Ark Of Shittim Wood

    Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Aug 17, 2015
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    To show that even before the new testament JESUS was meant to die for our sins.

    I. EXORDIUM: Who died for your sins? JESUS CHRIST. 2 Corinthians 5:21 2 Corinthians 5:21 (Amplified Bible) For our sake He made Christ [virtually] to be sin Who knew no sin, so that in and through Him we might become [endued with, viewed as being in, and examples of] the righteousness of God ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Dean Courtier avatar

    Forgiveness Makes You Whole And Saves Your Soul Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Aug 20, 2015
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     | 7,552 views

    Do we really understand what Christ accomplished or fully grasp what God offers to those who trust in Jesus for their salvation?

    This month we are considering together the Supernatural Stream of Healing & Wholeness and my title for this mornings sermon is: Forgiveness makes you whole and saves your soul! Easter is rapidly approaching, the celebration of Jesus paying the price for our sin, His suffering and death on the ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Archie Norman avatar

    I Corinthians Series

    Contributed by Archie Norman on Sep 3, 2015
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,540 views

    I Corinthians

    I Corinthians 1:10-31 1. Identify the division in the church - vs. 10 - 17 A. Identify the objective - v. 10 B. Identify the obstacle - v. 11 *Christians gravitate to personalities - v. 12 *Christians grapple with pride - v. 12 2. Clarify the doctrine of the cross A. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • W Pat Cunningham avatar

    Education And Service Promote Growth In Faith Series

    Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Sep 12, 2015
     | 3,323 views

    Our catechesis must constantly reinforce the truths accepted in the early proclamation of the Gospel of Christ.

    Thursday of 24th week in course 2015 Joy of the Gospel Today the Franciscans celebrate the feast of the Stigmata of St. Francis. The few saints who have legitimately borne the marks of Christ’s passion live out in a physical and spiritual way the long hours of Christ’s passion and ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

  • suresh manoharan avatar

    Basics About Basileia!!!

    Contributed by Suresh Manoharan on Feb 4, 2015
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    Taking a 360 degree view on the word "Basileia" which in original Greek means "Kingdom".

    Basics of Basileia “This is one small step for a man, one giant step for mankind.” These epochal words spoken by Neil Armstrong immediately after planting his foot on the crusty moon surface still echo in our minds, for they ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

  • Freddy Fritz avatar

    It Costs To Be A Disciple Series

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Feb 6, 2015
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     | 8,328 views

    The analysis of following Jesus in Luke 14:25-35 shows us what is involved in following Jesus.

    Scripture On his journey to Jerusalem from Galilee, Jesus often engaged in controversy with the Jewish leadership, most often the Pharisees (cf. Luke 11:37-54; 13:31-14:24). But now in Luke 14:25, Jesus returns to address the crowds. In doing so, he clarified what is involved in following him. ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed