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  • Jimmy Raftopoulos avatar

    Forgive Them Father, They Do Not Know What They Are Doing.

    Contributed by Jimmy Raftopoulos on Jun 3, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,529 views

    Despite the sin in our lives, and the consequences it had for Him, Jesus loves us with a love that defies human understanding, and forgives us unconditionally.

    “Forgive them Father, they don’t know what they are doing” (Luke 23:34) “Forgive them Father, they don’t know what they are doing”. Ten pretty simple, unambiguous words which do not leave much scope for misinterpretation, and yet ten words that have ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • David Owens avatar

    The Call To Purity

    Contributed by David Owens on Mar 6, 2011
     | 7,030 views

    In this lesson we look at many verses that describe God's call for the purity of his people. We seek to understand the call and live it.

    Introduction: A. The story is told of a teenage boy and his grandfather who went fishing one day. 1. While fishing, the old man started talking about how times have changed. 2. The young fellow picked up on that and started talking about the various problems and sexually transmitted diseases going ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    "We Have An Advocate With The Father" Series

    Contributed by John Hamby on Nov 20, 2008
    based on 16 ratings
     | 21,812 views

    John wants his readers to understand that the work of Christ is the basis upon which the Christian may approach God for full forgiveness and cleansing.

    A Study of the Book of 1st John “Back To the Basics” Sermon # 3 “We Have An Advocate With The Father” 1 John 2:1-2 In verse nine of chapter one, we were told, “If we confess our sins, He ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Trust Fund Series

    Contributed by Christian Cheong on Jul 12, 2010
    based on 14 ratings
     | 10,040 views

    Do not rob God, rob yourself (of His blessings) and rob the church. Understand the principle of ownership, trust and sustenance in the practice of tithing.

    We are stewards of all that God has given us. • And the number one thing that we are most concerned about – and therefore God is concerned about – is money. • God is concerned about your money – or rather, how you handle it. He is interested not because He needs ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Rich Anderson avatar

    The Inspiration Of Scripture Series

    Contributed by Rich Anderson on Feb 14, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 11,954 views

    Only 26% of the adult population believes that the Bible, the Word of God, is inspired, is infallible and is inerrant. These three aspects are vitally important in understanding the Bible.

    The Holy Bible was written over a fifteen-hundred year span, by forty different authors from every walk of life. It was written by kings, servants, fishermen, poets, doctors, herdsmen and even a tax collector. It was written on three different continents, Europe, Asia and Africa in sixteen ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    You Have Authority Series

    Contributed by Bong Baylon on Apr 3, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 11,814 views

    Most believers are not aware that they have authority from God. Consequently, they live defeated lives. We need understand the nature of our authority.

    Title: You have authority! Date: March 29, 2009 Text: Luke 10:19 Take-off 1. Are you familiar with the writ of amparo? Erlinda Cadapan and Concepcion Empeno, mothers of Sherlyn and Karen, respectively, were the first to test the writ of Amparo… 2. The reason why we don’t experience much of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Puzzle Of Sin

    Contributed by Rick Pendleton on Jan 5, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,541 views

    Many do not understand how they can have their sins removed as far as the East from the West and still need to stand accountable for their sins.

    The Puzzle of Sin Psalm 103:12 Purpose : To teach that we must all stand accountable for our sins. Intro: I teach that each of us must stand accountable to God in the judgment where we will answer for our sins. Not pay for our sins... our sins have been paid for... but stand accountable. That ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Unquenchable Love Series

    Contributed by Sherm Nichols on Nov 16, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 10,381 views

    A sermon from Song of Songs. From a series about the life of Solomon. An effort to make the book understandable and more useful for the average person.

    Song of Solomon, esp. 2:16 Introduction: Normally, I’d like to start out with some humorous story or something, but I’ll just say this. I’m going to do something today I’ve never done in 26 years of preaching. I’m going to preach from the Song of Songs. ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Wade Martin Hughes, Sr avatar

    This Obstacle Could Be An Opportunity.

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Sep 21, 2016
    based on 1 rating
     | 8,791 views

    You understand what sandpaper could be to wood? Well, problems and obstacles could be a tool that brings us closer to God? It is up to you.

    THIS OBSTACLE COULD BE A GREAT OPPORTUNITY. By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com I have heard discussed WHAT IS THE OPPOSITE OF FAITH? Well, the logical answer is DOUBT.... Might we add several other elements. FEAR --- WORRY... APATHY --- DO NOTHING... ERROR BECAUSE OF NOT KNOWING THE WORD ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Bona Fide- A Study Of James- Part 10- "Herman- Who?" Series

    Contributed by Randy Edwards on Mar 13, 2017
     | 5,038 views

    Part 10- we move slightly from the book of James into learning to rightly use and understand scripture in an effort to become Bona Fide

    Bona Fide Part 10 A study of James- “kind of” “ The truth , the whole truth and nothing but the truth” As I was praying and preparing for this week’s sermon I wanted to continue our sermon series on James I believe the dots we are connecting are important for ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dean Courtier avatar

    Palm Sunday: Jesus Began To Weep Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Apr 10, 2017
    based on 9 ratings
     | 20,963 views

    As Jesus came closer... He began to weep, “How I wish today that you of all people would understand the way to peace.”

    The Events of Palm Sunday, are recorded in all four of the Gospels, Matthew, Mark, Luke and John. Huge crowds had journeyed to Jerusalem to celebrate the Passover. Passover is a spring festival which commences on the 15th of the Hebrew month of Nisan and lasts for either seven or eight ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Jeffery Anselmi avatar

    Seven Words Every Christian Should Know! Hesed-Love Series

    Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Apr 21, 2017
    based on 1 rating
     | 13,718 views

    Understanding the word Hesed from the Old Testament will help us to better grasp the New Testament concept of love that God shows us.

    INTRODUCTION • VIDEO CLIP Les Mis. • SLIDE #1 • We spend a great deal of time in the New Testament, as we should. In the New Testament, we learn a great deal about Jesus. • In the Old Testament, we can learn a great deal about the character of God as well as gaining a deeper understanding of what ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Christian Cheong avatar

    Don't Be Deceived Series

    Contributed by Christian Cheong on Mar 22, 2015
     | 12,194 views

    Don't lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge Him. God directs us to His perfect will.

    Have you ever been deceived? I have, a couple of times. We have people walking into the church and asking for help. They tell you their sad stories, the great need they are in, and ask for money. It’s really difficult to tell, most of the time, if they are saying the truth. I ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • MELVIN NEWLAND avatar

    Why Do They Hate Us So?

    Contributed by Melvin Newland on Apr 30, 2015
    based on 4 ratings
     | 14,994 views

    I must confess that there is something else that I don’t understand – why there seems to be such hatred in this world against anything that is considered to be Christian.

    MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK A. There is a beautiful old hymn that begins with these words: “Love sent my Savior to die in my stead. Why should He love me so?" And ends by asking, "Why should my Savior to Calvary go? Why should He love me so?” How would you ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Mark Schaeufele avatar

    Let Them Ask Series

    Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Jun 19, 2017
    based on 1 rating
     | 9,018 views

    When we face troubles in our life we should ask God for the wisdom to understand what He is doing in our lives.

    Let Them Ask Text: James 1:5-8 Introduction 1. Illustration: Automaker Henry Ford asked electrical genius Charlie Steinmetz to build the generators for his factory. One day the generators ground to a halt, and the repairmen couldn't find the problem. So Ford called Steinmetz, who tinkered with ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist