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  • Eddie Snipes avatar

    The Destruction Of Jerusalem (6 Of 6) Series

    Contributed by Eddie Snipes on Sep 2, 2002
    based on 60 ratings
     | 7,635 views

    All religious books claim to be the word of God, but prophecy sets the Bible apart as having God’s seal of authentication. This section looks at the destruction of Jerusalem and the prophecies that foretold it.

    The Destruction of Jerusalem (Part 6 of 6) At this point we should lay the historic foundation and take some time to look at the destruction of Jerusalem. After Jesus’ triumphant entry, He looked over Jerusalem and wept. Look at Luke 19 41 Now as He drew near, He saw the city and wept over it, 42 ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Working With God

    Contributed by Gary Macdonald on Nov 1, 2001
    based on 89 ratings
     | 20,053 views

    If God is present in all things, what is he doing? What is he up to? More importantly, how do I experience him in my life? How do I perceive him?

    Working with God by Gary MacDonald Introduction: Challenged by recent unexpected, but compelling, evidence that the universe is expanding at an accelerating rate, the theorists of cosmology are reacting as creative scientists should. They are stretching their minds in search of explanations. ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Between Two Comings

    Contributed by Tim Zingale on Nov 16, 2001
    based on 40 ratings
     | 7,994 views

    An Advent Sermon

    1st Sun. in Advent Mark 13:33-37 "Between two Comings !!" A time of celebration is at hand. Yes, a time of celebration is at hand, a new year begins today!! But wait you say, Pastor, this isn’t January 1st, it is November 25th. Ah, true it is, but just the same, a new year begins today. The new ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Help Has Arrived!

    Contributed by Edward Frey on Dec 5, 2001
    based on 66 ratings
     | 8,765 views

    The Messiah’s rule is one of perfect righteousness,in which God’s people find perfect deliverance.

    Most people feel a bit uneasy when they see an ambulance racing down the road. First, it catches us off guard, and, then, all other vehicles try to get to the side of the road so that the speeding ambulance has a clear path through the traffic. Those flashing lights and blaring siren send ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    The Supernatural Power Of Christ's Birth

    Contributed by Ray Ellis on Dec 23, 2003
    based on 129 ratings
     | 21,926 views

    Everything about the birth of Jesus was supernatural. There was the miraculous conception. “Mary was conceived of the Holy Spirit.” It was unheard of for a virgin girl to become pregnant by the Holy Spirit.

    The Supernatural Power of Christ’s Birth Matthew 1:18-23 Isaiah 9:6-7 Everything about the birth of Jesus was supernatural. First, there was the miraculous conception. “Mary was conceived of the Holy Spirit.” It was unheard of for a virgin girl to become pregnant by the Holy Spirit. Second, ...read more

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    Denomination: Free Methodist

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    Living With My Eyes Open

    Contributed by Glenn Newton on Mar 16, 2004
    based on 74 ratings
     | 14,218 views

    A message about allowing God to reveal His plan, His dream for your life to you... don’t ever give up on what God created you for....

    Living With My Eyes Open (Vision) March 14, 2004 Pastor Glenn Newton In the mid-twentieth century, in Bangkok, Thailand, the government wanted to build a large highway through a village. Yet in the path of the planned road was a Buddhist monastery with a little chapel, so they had to relocate ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    Why Are Some Missing The Best Things In Life

    Contributed by Dennis Selfridge on Mar 18, 2004
    based on 46 ratings
     | 6,153 views

    We miss the best because we have settled forthe ordinary.

    Why are some Missing the Best Things in Life Washington State led 61-56 with 25 seconds left before Dan Grunfeld cut it to one with a rare four-point play, hitting a long 3-pointer from the corner and making a free throw, his only points of the game. With 17.2 seconds left, Washington State could ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    The Promise Of Life

    Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Apr 16, 2001
    based on 97 ratings
     | 6,574 views

    The risen Christ gives the power to live and be whole.

    I am captivated by the scripture which says, “You see, at just the right time, when we were still powerless, Christ died for the ungodly” (Romans 5:6). Then Paul says, “For if, when we were God’s enemies, we were reconciled to him through the death of his Son, how much more, having been ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Praying In Times Of Crisis

    Contributed by John Gaither on Feb 1, 2003
    based on 7 ratings
     | 5,869 views

    This sermon is re-edited from Timothy Peck’s sermon about 9-11-01 to the Space shuttle Columbia explosion on 2-1-03. It has meaning to any tragedy.

    Praying in Times of Crisis This sermon is re-edited from Timothy Peck’s sermon about 9-11-01 to the Space shuttle Columbia explosion on 2-1-03. It has meaning to any tragedy. TEXT: Matthew 6:11 - 5 "And when you pray, you shall not be like the hypocrites. For they love to pray standing in the ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Church As A Filled Community Series

    Contributed by Galen Hackman on Mar 1, 2003
    based on 30 ratings
     | 4,413 views

    Second in a series of 5 sermons on the Core Characteristics of the Church. Acts 2:42-47 describes the nature of the Early Church and in this sermon we see how God filled their daily lives and how he desires to fill ours.

    The Church as a Filled Community (Second in the series: The Core Characteristics of the Church) Acts 2:43 John 14:15-21 For our Lenten emphasis this year we are embarking on a journey that takes us inside the early community of believers, asking the question, “What made these people able to ...read more

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    Denomination: Brethren

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    Living In A Lions Den Without Being Eaten

    Contributed by Ray Ellis on Oct 17, 2003
    based on 38 ratings
     | 7,070 views

    We find helpful foundational teachings in Daniel 5 and 6 to help us survive attacks of our enemy. Who is our primary enemy: The Bible says, Satan goes about like a roaring lion."

    Living in the Lions Den Without Being Eaten Daniel 5:1-6:28 Has there been a time in your life you felt you were under attack? One of the times in my life and family that I experienced attacks from evil happened when I was pastor of the FMC in Taylor, Michigan. (Myrtle Hannah) We find helpful ...read more

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    Denomination: Free Methodist

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    Navigating Life's Whitewater

    Contributed by Judah Thomas on Oct 21, 2003
    based on 36 ratings
     | 7,039 views

    We all go through tough times (whitewater) in life. How do you handle the trouble that comes?

    In the boat of life, have you ever felt like all of the big waves were coming straight at you? Maybe, in a matter of moments, your world was turned upside down. You’ve suddenly gone from calm to chaos, from peace to perplexity. · The pink slip comes. · The doctor calls. · The divorce papers ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Can God Really Meet My Needs?

    Contributed by Charles Wilkerson on Oct 21, 2003
    based on 111 ratings
     | 33,719 views

    Experience God’s provision when we trust in his goodness like Elijah

    Be careful what you pray for you just might get it. That is exactly what happened to Elijah. He took on the dubious joy of praying against his own nation as it fell deeper and deeper into sin. Jew and Gentile, young and old, person and livestock were all in the midst of a deep drought and the ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Don Schultz avatar

    This Is Your Future

    Contributed by Don Schultz on Nov 12, 2004
    based on 29 ratings
     | 7,353 views

    God’s Word describes some aspects of the life to come - what every Christian can look forward to.

    Luke 20:27-38 and Revelation 7:9-17 THE NEW LIFE It costs more now, to fill up your car with gas. Gasoline is more expensive now, than it was a year ago. But has that really slowed you down? Has that stopped you from going places and doing things? For many, if not most, the answer is no – you ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Justice For The Nations

    Contributed by Karl Eckhoff on Jan 14, 2003
    based on 36 ratings
     | 5,245 views

    Justice is not just a matter for that guy over there, nor is it simply a matter of punishment. God shows us His brand of justice in His Servant-Savior who would make us just by grace and then send us out as agents of justice to the world.

    Epiphany 1 B Isaiah 42:1-7 Justice for the Nations 01/12/03 The images seem so stark in contrast don’t they? Last week our chancel was decorated in color and light, green trees and a Christmas stable. This week it’s back to its original design. It’s beautiful still, but bare in contrast, not ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran