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  • William R. Nabaza avatar

    The Church In The Last Days

    Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Oct 1, 2014
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    To show that the Church is a Glorious Church in the Last Days because we have been purchased and washed by the blood of JESUS 2,000 years ago.

    I. EXORDIUM: Do you qualify for the the description of the Church? Of course not. We don't deserve it but the Church is purchased and washed by the blood of JESUS. Acts 20:28 (Amplified Bible) 20:28 Take care and be on guard for yourselves and the whole flock over which the Holy Spirit has ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Dr. Odell Belger avatar

    The Thessalonians #11

    Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Apr 6, 2022
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    The British Railways were looking for a way to test locomotive windshields when they heard about an unusual test cannon that The British Airways had used to test their windshields.

    This cannon fired birds, with great force, into the windshields of passenger jets to insure designs and materials were up to par. They were glad to let the railway borrow their cannon to test the train windshields. Just before the test run, British Railways sent someone out to buy a dead chicken ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dr. C. David White avatar

    If Its Not Broken Don't Fix It

    Contributed by Dr. C. David White on May 8, 2005
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    The Cross of Christ has (past tense) already purchased incredible benefits for those who His. This message innumerates several of the consequences of being "in Christ".

    Christ has really set us free. Now make sure that you stay free, and don’t get tied up again in slavery to the law. 2 Listen! I, Paul, tell you this: If you are counting on circumcision to make you right with God, then Christ cannot help you. 3 I’ll say it again. If you are trying to find favor ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Chris Tiller avatar

    Slave To Sin Or Slave To Righteousness

    Contributed by Chris Tiller on Nov 17, 2005
    based on 54 ratings
     | 9,219 views

    Simon the Sorcerer showed wrong understanding and wrong motivation in his desire to purchase the gift of the Spirit. Some times bad examples make good teachers.

    Luke is a story-teller, a narrator, a writer of historical biography. Paul, in his letters, provides guidance and encouragement through mostly through direct teaching—exposing false teachings and explaining right understanding. Luke, in his gospel and in Acts, provides guidance and encouragement ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Billy Ricks avatar

    Gods Christmas List

    Contributed by Billy Ricks on Dec 3, 2008
    based on 26 ratings
     | 10,343 views

    Here in what is called the Gospel in a verse we find that God also has a Christmas list. This list was purchased with the precious blood of Jesus the perfect gift.

    Intro: Everyone has a list for Christmas. Here in John 3.16 we see Jesus tell Nicodemus that he must be born again in order to see the Kingdom of God. In this wonderful verse called the Little Gospel we see God’s shopping list for all those who would receive the gift of His Son Jesus. Why did ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Larry Jacobs avatar

    Deacons

    Contributed by Larry Jacobs on Jul 1, 2006
    based on 11 ratings
     | 5,692 views

    1Tim. 3:13 For they that have used the office of a deacon well purchase to themselves a good degree, and great boldness in the faith which is in Christ Jesus.

    DEACONS Acts 6:1-8 A. It is translated "SERVANT" seven times. Mat 23:8 - 12 But be not ye called Rabbi: for one is your Master, even Christ; and all ye are brethren. And call no man your father upon the earth: for one is your Father, which is in heaven. Neither be ye called ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Prize Of Salvation (August 27, 2017).

    Contributed by John Williams Iii on Aug 14, 2020
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    The merchant’s search for the pearl was intentional. The man’s discovery of the treasure was by accident. Yet, both were, sacrificing all that they had in order to purchase their find.

    THE PRIZE OF SALVATION Text: Matthew 13:44-46 Just recently, people came from all over the United States into our area and state to see the eclipse. There are some, like me, whose view of the eclipse was probably obscured by the clouds. There were many others who paid the ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

  • Norris Harris I avatar

    The Sign Of Something Significant

    Contributed by Norris Harris I on Jun 22, 2007
    based on 37 ratings
     | 17,254 views

    When an Unusual or Odd Event Occurs it generally Signals the Sign of Something Significant about to Happen. Be Blessed as your read or listen to this message.

    Allow me to digress in order to progress. To occupy ourselves with song as we stroll along our way is not an unusual occurrence. For instance: Upon leaving the love of his teenage years during the late 60s, many young men could be heard singing, “I’ve got sunshine on a cloudy day; when its cold ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Ed Wood avatar

    The Quandary Of Discipleship

    Contributed by Ed Wood on Nov 1, 2006
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    Three men are called to be disciples. The first and third came to Jesus volunteering to be a disciple. This was unusual. The second man was approached by Jesus. This was the usual way.

    THE QUANDARY OF DISCIPLESHIP Luke 9:57-62 INTRO: This passage contains the encounter between Jesus and three would-be disciples of Jesus. The first two of the three are mentioned in Matt. 8:19-22. Let’s draw a comparison between these three. The first (a scribe), said, "I will follow you ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Bishop Prof. Julius Soyinka avatar

    The Power Of God's Presence

    Contributed by Bishop Prof. Julius Soyinka on Aug 2, 2016
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     | 201,271 views

    The secret of success, victory and unusual exploits that the anointed servants of God achieve in life, is in the fact that God’s presence is always with them.

    THE POWER OF GOD’S PRESENCE Study Text: Exodus 33: 12 – 16 Introduction: - There is nothing as magnificent or glorious as a child of God carrying the presence of God with them wherever they go. - The secret of success, victory and unusual exploits that the anointed servants of God ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Jim Butcher avatar

    What Does It Mean That Christ "reconciled" Us? Series

    Contributed by Jim Butcher on Dec 9, 2018
     | 5,537 views

    Paul here uses an interesting and unusual phrase: "reconciled." What exactly does it mean that Christ has reconciled us?

    WHAT DOES "RECONCILE" MEAN? It is bringing two things into agreement. - 2 Corinthians 5:18-21. - The key word in this passage is “reconcile.” This is not a word that we use much in sermons or Bible study, but it’s a good Bible word and it has an important truth to teach us. This ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dennis Lee avatar

    Christmas Service

    Contributed by Dennis Lee on Dec 17, 2018
    based on 3 ratings
     | 5,271 views

    This sermon takes an unusual twist and is an interesting take on "Christmas Service, as it looks at the attitudes of those associated with Jesus's birth.

    Christmas Service Matthew 6:25-34 As you look at the screen, you may be thinking that today is our Christmas service, and you may be thinking of Christmas songs and a message, hopefully short, about the Christmas story, that is, the birth of our Savior and Lord, Jesus Christ. Now, I really don’t ...read more

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    Denomination: Foursquare

  • Pastor Amos Dele Dada avatar

    My Month Of Mercy

    Contributed by Pastor Amos Dele Dada on Jun 11, 2020
     | 9,515 views

    I want to welcome you to our Month of Mercy. My prayer is that mercy shall speak for you in an unusual way and smile on you.

    I want to welcome you to our Month of Mercy. My prayer is that mercy shall speak for you in an unusual way and smile on you. The God who for mercy's sake delivered Lot and his family from impending inferno in Sodom and Gomorrah will out of mercy, pull you out from current or impending danger. ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Joseph Smith avatar

    Raising The Roof: Sickness Down, Dander Up

    Contributed by Joseph Smith on Jun 29, 2009
    based on 3 ratings
     | 5,665 views

    It will be necessary to do some unusual things that will raise the anger of some Christians and will not be understood in the larger community. But the bottom line is getting help to those who need it.

    Several years ago, when housing prices began to shoot up into the stratosphere, we began to see something new in my neighborhood. We saw many of the houses being opened up from the top, and then construction of new second stories or new dormers or even decks and balconies, way up high. What was ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dean Courtier avatar

    Go! And Don’t Miss The Message In The Weird Stuff Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jun 11, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 226 views

    There is some weird stuff in the Bible... Talking donkeys. Floating axe heads. Men swallowed by fish. Commands not to wear mixed fabrics. Giants. Seraphim with six wings... All of which ultimately points us back to our redemption in Jesus Christ.

    Go! And Don’t Miss the Message in the Weird Stuff There is some weird stuff in the Bible... which ultimately points us back to our redemption in Jesus Christ. Titus 2:14 (NLT): “He gave his life to free us from every kind of sin, to cleanse us, and to make us his very own people, totally committed ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal