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  • Jimmy Haile avatar

    The King Is Coming

    Contributed by Jimmy Haile on Jan 12, 2013
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     | 6,392 views

    When the Roman soldiers saw this man sitting on this donkey, they would have never dream that He would be a threat to Roman, much less a king!!

    The Jews were looking for a king, and Jesus shows up and proclaims He is Son of God, the Messiah but He shows up with no army, no weapons, no political power, He couldn’t even get the religious leaders to back Him and the Jews would never expect their king to be nailed to a cruel cross with ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Joseph Smith avatar

    In And For The World

    Contributed by Joseph Smith on Jan 15, 2011
     | 5,025 views

    God calls us to follow the example He set in loving the world, not simply reproaching it; and it loving it with self-giving and the intent to redeem.

    Initially preached at Central Baptist Church, Lexington, KY, June 9, 1968; subsequently, with minor variations, at Capton Baptist Church, Campton, KY, August 18, 1968; Reid Village Baptist Church, Mt. Sterling, KY, March 1, 1970; Campbellsville BSU Retreat, Sept. 1970; Berea BSU Missions Banquet, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dean Courtier avatar

    Losing To Live: The Paradox At The Heart Of Following Jesus Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jan 12, 2026
    based on 2 ratings
     | 379 views

    In a culture that prizes comfort, Jesus calls us to the cross. In a society addicted to convenience, Jesus calls us to costly obedience. In an age of self-expression, Jesus calls us to self-denial.

    Losing to Live: The Paradox at the Heart of Following Jesus – Mark 8:35 (NLT) Introduction: The Great Reversal We live in a world obsessed with self-preservation. Protect your brand. Build your platform. Secure your future. Save your life at all costs. From social media profiles to pension ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Rick Duncan avatar

    Becoming A Person With Vision Series

    Contributed by Rick Duncan on Sep 15, 2002
    based on 565 ratings
     | 86,855 views

    This message helps people identify what’s broken in their sphere of influence and then develop a vision to be a rebuilder of what’s broken.

    What is it that is broken in your life - something that needs to be rebuilt? Everybody has something that is broken. The most hopeless people in the world are people who recognize that they have a problem, but have no vision from God about how to solve with that problem. Where there is no ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • James May avatar

    Generic Christianity

    Contributed by James May on Mar 24, 2004
    based on 44 ratings
     | 17,382 views

    The push is on for Christians to be less separated and more like everyone else. That’s a generic Christianity. God wants a separated people who let Him be their leader.

    GENERIC CHRISTIANITY 1 Samuel 8:4-21 Generic – If you have ever had to purchase any type of medication, you certainly have heard of that word before. Generic means that there is no brand name, only a common content description used by every manufacturer. One generic is the same as the next and ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Brandon Max avatar

    5) We Believe In A Personal God! Series

    Contributed by Brandon Max on Dec 14, 2021
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     | 3,781 views

    Our God - is a Personal God. That means we can relate to Him and interact with Him on a very personal level. By definition, a “Person” is generally regarded as an individual who can Think, Feel and Act rationally as a living, conscious being.

    THINGS MOST SURELY BELIEVED AMONG US We Believe In A Personal God Text: Luke 1:1 "Forasmuch as many have taken in hand - to set forth in order a declaration… of those things which are most surely believed among us." INTRODUCTION Brethren, this [the Bible] covers all “Those things which ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Living Transformed Lives: Setting Our Minds On Things Above Colossians 3:1-2 Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Feb 23, 2024
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     | 1,949 views

    In Colossians 3:1-2, the Apostle Paul offers profound wisdom on how we should approach life as followers of Christ. Let us explore these verses together and discover how we can live transformed lives by setting our minds on things above.

    Living Transformed Lives: Setting Our Minds on Things Above Colossians 3:1-2 Introduction: Dear brothers and sisters, as we gather today, let us turn our hearts and minds to the eternal truths found in God's Word. In Colossians 3:1-2, the Apostle Paul offers profound wisdom on how we should ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Different Roles, Same Assignment

    Contributed by Barry O Johnson on Jul 9, 2021
     | 6,939 views

    There are some in the body of Christ who see those with public roles (ministries) in the body of Christ as being more valuable to the kingdom than those who don’t. But this is simply not true when you see “the big picture.”

    Over the years, I’ve known Christians who, because they didn’t have public ministries, believed that they were, somehow, second tier to those who did. They were not preaching. They were not teaching Sunday school. They didn’t lead the choir. They served on committees. They were not unhappy. They ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Manny Salva Cruz avatar

    Rahab's Scarlet Robe Of Redemption Series

    Contributed by Manny Salva Cruz on Sep 6, 2015
    based on 4 ratings
     | 15,846 views

    This study is about the life of Rahab, the harlot who is an example of the grace of God at work. In spite of her past, she was rewarded beyond measure because she had faith to believe. In the same manner, God can save us regardless of our sins.

    RAHAB'S SCARLET CORD OF REDEMPTION SCRIPTURE READING: Joshua 2:15-21 15 So she let them down by a rope through the window, for the house she lived in was part of the city wall. 16 She said to them, “Go to the hills so the pursuers will not find you. Hide yourselves there three days until ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

  • Jim Butcher avatar

    When What God Asks Seems To Be Too Much Series

    Contributed by Jim Butcher on Mar 22, 2024
     | 1,267 views

    This passage challenges the self-centered "gospel of self-fulfillment" that is too often proclaimed today. What does it mean that God wants us to focus on the "gospel of kingdom fulfillment"?

    A HARSH STORY: God gives Ezekiel a task that overwhelms him. - Ezekiel 3:14-15. - 2 Corinthians 1:8-11; 2 Corinthians 4:7-10, 16-18. - This is a tough story and it’s going to lead us in this sermon to some difficult points. - We’ve been talking for the first two sermons in this series about the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Don Emmitte avatar

    Who Am I?

    Contributed by Don Emmitte on May 12, 2014
    based on 3 ratings
     | 15,055 views

    The question "Who am I?" represents an inner need that many of us develop through the discouraging and difficult experiences of life. The traumatic experiences of all of our lives take their toll on our confidence and self-esteem.

    “Who Am I?” Exodus 3:11-12 Sermon by Don Emmitte While we have been looking at the Ten Commandments the last few weeks today I want us to go back a bit and see the beginning of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Revd. Martin Dale avatar

    Crucified With Christ? Am I?

    Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Mar 18, 2003
    based on 60 ratings
     | 11,277 views

    1. The Death of the Old Self 2. Christ Living in me and 3. New Life in Christ.

    Real Conversion Results in Changed Lifestyle Gal. 2:20 I am crucified with Christ, it is no longer I that lives but Christ lives in me and the life I now live, I live by faith in the Son of God who loved me and gave himself for me. Story: Paul Little, an IVF travelling secretary until his death ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

  • Dr. Craig Nelson avatar

    Self-Esteem Or God Esteem?" - Lesson 3 - How To Focus On God's Image – Not Yours Series

    Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Dec 10, 2020
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,272 views

    IV. A. Self-detachment B. Death C. Understanding The Cross D. Application E. The Dealing Of God F. The Real Enemy G. Ascension Of Jesus H. Human Weakness / Divine Strength I. Right With God

    QUESTION: If I am the problem, what is the solution? __________________________________________________________________ IV. FOCUSING ON GOD'S IMAGE – NOT YOURS A. Self-Detachment. 1. Matt 16:24 "deny himself and take up his cross and follow me. i. Such self-denial is not the giving up ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Jason Jones avatar

    Spiritually Forsaken Series

    Contributed by Jason Jones on Jul 2, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,653 views

    Exposition of Isa 58:1-14 about spiritually forsaking the care of the less fortunate by fasting, prayer, and worship and God’s response to that behavior

    Text: Isaiah 58:1-14, Title: Spiritually Forsaken, Date/Place: NRBC, 6/29/08, AM A. Opening illustration: some local illustration of trying to help someone, or maybe a generic example of how things usually go with trying to help those who are struggling. B. Background to passage: As we continue our ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Charles Mallory avatar

    Setting Our Minds On Divine Things

    Contributed by Charles Mallory on Sep 12, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 966 views

    Jesus taught his disciples to set their minds on divine things such as denying themselves and taking up their crosses to follow him. He added to that statements about "losing" our lives and to not be ashamed of the Gospel. What does all this mean?

    THERE ARE PASSAGES IN THE BIBLE THAT CAN CREATE FEAR AND POSSIBLY DISTRESS DUE TO THEIR BLUNT, BUT HIDDEN MEANING. IN LUKE 14:26, WE ARE TOLD THAT “IF ANYONE COMES TO ME AND DOES NOT HATE FATHER AND MOTHER, WIFE AND CHILDREN, BROTHERS AND SISTERS—YES, EVEN THEIR OWN LIFE—SUCH A PERSON CANNOT BE MY ...read more

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    Denomination: Free Methodist