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  • John Dobbs avatar

    The First Shall Be Last

    Contributed by John Dobbs on Mar 2, 2023
     | 2,544 views

    Frederick Bruner wrote, “Judgment will be a day of surprises.” Today we begin looking at four parables that relate to the day of judgment.

    Introduction Frederick Bruner wrote, “Judgment will be a day of surprises.” Today we begin looking at four parables that relate to the day of judgment. Indeed, there are surprises in all of them. This is a simple story, but it also complex. This parable begins and ends with the saying of Jesus, ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Easter By The Numbers

    Contributed by Paul Andrew on Mar 6, 2023
     | 1,568 views

    3 days is the only pattern of which eternal life is given. First is the ordinal of Easter proclaimed in the narrative formula, "the first day of the week."

    There is above the Falls of Niagara a rock jutting out into the river, which bears the significant name of Past Redemption Point. At that place the current becomes so rapid and overpowering that all hope of swimming or rowing against it has to be abandoned. The man who drifts past it is lost. ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

  • Wade Martin Hughes, Sr avatar

    Potholes That Hinder Growth

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Mar 11, 2023
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    This is one in a series about SPIRITUAL GROWTH. Let us study some of the issues that hinder spiritual growth. Personal Growth must become a priority.

    POTHOLES THAT HINDER SPIRITUAL GROWTH? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com (YouTube: Wade Hughes) (There is a part #1 STUPIDITY: TO GROW OR NOT TO GROW, THAT IS THE QUESTION?) Stupidity of sameness. #2 but grow in grace… This is part #3: POTHOLES THAT HINDER GROWTH. We need ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    A Funeral Sermon For A Dear Friend

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Mar 15, 2023
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,367 views

    This dear woman requested that the message of Christ be clearly presented at her funeral.

    Among the most difficult messages for a pastor to deliver is a funeral message for a godly member of the congregation. Among the easiest messages for a pastor to prepare is a funeral message for a godly member of the congregation. Messages for the vibrant child of God are easy to prepare because ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Horace Wimpey avatar

    Nothing But The Blood

    Contributed by Horace Wimpey on Sep 30, 2016
    based on 6 ratings
     | 25,269 views

    In preparing for communion, Paul instructs us to look back, look inward and look to the future.

    NOTHING BUT THE BLOOD 1 Corinthians 11:23-32 for audio and video of this and other sermons: www.thecreekmonroe.com Intro: a very wealthy old man who had an elaborate collection of Van Gogh and Monet paintings. His only son shared his father’s interest in the rare paintings. They traveled ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Rodney Kelley avatar

    The Voice Of One Crying In The Wilderness Series

    Contributed by Rodney Kelley on Oct 7, 2016
     | 11,633 views

    The introduction of John the Baptist

    The Voice of One Crying in the Wilderness - John 1:6-8, 15-28 Intro. The John of our Gospel of study is not John the Baptist, but John the Apostle. I. The Clarification of His Person - John 1:6-8, 15-28 A. He was the Forerunner - Isa 40:3 The voice of him that crieth in the wilderness, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dave McFadden avatar

    Noah: A Portrait Of Faith Series

    Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Oct 17, 2016
    based on 2 ratings
     | 13,152 views

    Noah portrays for us how we are to walk by faith.

    We're going to look at Old Testament characters and talk about the character traits portrayed by each that God wants to develop in us as His children. The theme of this series is simple: God seeks to stretch us to go beyond our comfort zone so He can grow our character. In life, there are two ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • William R. Nabaza avatar

    Save Your Life By Saving It In Gods Presence

    Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Oct 18, 2016
     | 3,251 views

    To show that GOD called us not to believe only but to suffer for His Name's sake and if we try to avoid or save ourselves from trials, persecutions and sufferings here on earth, we will not be saved (advance) in our spiritual life.

    I. EXORDIUM: Are you called to suffer for Him? Yes. Philippians 1:29 (Amplified Bible) For you have been granted [the privilege] for Christ’s sake not only to believe in (adhere to, rely on, and trust in) Him, but also to suffer in His behalf. II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Return Of God's Glory With Constant Contact Series

    Contributed by Perry Greene on Oct 26, 2016
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,565 views

    Prayer, in fact crying out to God, is crucial to his presence with us.

    1. Series Review -- Close Encounter of the Holy Kind a. We have a universal longing for God -- Ecclesiastes 3.11 b. His singular provision is his glory/presence within and among us c. We have a common access to that glory in and through the church d. The Epic Failure of Many Churches -- Loss of ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    A Sermon For All Saints Day

    Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Oct 29, 2016
    based on 4 ratings
     | 20,755 views

    God calls us all (who know and love the Lord) Saints. Can you imagine how God could reach people through you if you loved enough?

    Luke 6:20-31 EMB BENEFICE SERVICE 30-10-2016 Have you ever been confronted with a message that changed your perspective? Illustration: One church chose as its Lenten theme, "Forty Days of Love." Each week ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    Doing Our Part

    Contributed by Gary Eller on Nov 7, 2016
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,203 views

    Presenting Jesus in a Dry and Thirsty Land

    DOING OUR PART PRESENTING JESUS IN A DRY AND THIRSTY LAND EX. 31 VS 1-11 Exodus 31:1-11 (NKJV) 1 Then the LORD spoke to Moses, saying: 2 "See, I have called by name Bezalel the son of Uri, the son of Hur, of the tribe of Judah. 3 And I have filled him with the Spirit of God, in wisdom, in ...read more

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  • Perry Greene avatar

    On Fire With A Noble Desire

    Contributed by Perry Greene on Nov 10, 2016
     | 3,387 views

    Serving as an elder/overseer/shepherd/pastor/bishop of a congregation is a noble task.

    1. Why Help the Pig? Let nothing be done through selfish ambition or conceit, but in lowliness of mind let each esteem others better than himself. Philippians 2:3 Two men were riding their horses down a country road, discussing the question of motivation. One believed we're capable of pure ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Byron Sherman avatar

    Mere Stones/Reminders-2 Series

    Contributed by Byron Sherman on Nov 11, 2016
     | 5,358 views

    2 of 11. Joshua had twelve stones removed from the Jordan River as a memorial to the crossing. Memorials or Spiritual Reminders hold a great deal of significance to God’s people. But what is significant about them? Mere Stones can transport us to...

    MERE STONES/Reminders-II—Joshua 4:1-24(:1-5) Our 4" circular Ikebana Vase: Inscribed on the bottom of it, from top to bottom, is the name of the potter's business—'Turn & Burn Pottery'—Seagrove, NC—John 3:3—a Christian Fish symbol. I am immediately taken to Seagrove, NC(A rural location which has ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Wade Martin Hughes, Sr avatar

    #3 Ready, Watching, Vigilant (Not Warning) Series

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Nov 11, 2016
     | 5,448 views

    Watchman, what of the night? We are called of God to warn people while we stand on the wall staying ready, watching, and being vigilant. We are to give a clear warning of the consequences of sin.

    This is part #3: READY, WATCHING AND WAITING (NOT WARNING) By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com We have used for our text verse: 1 Corinthians 14:8 For if the trumpet give an uncertain sound, who shall prepare himself to the battle? Today we must guard the message that we are ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Calling All Friends

    Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Nov 13, 2016
     | 7,149 views

    Jesus offered a parable of a woman who had lost a coin of great value. Once it was found, through a diligent search, she called her friends to rejoice with her. We too should seek out the lost and rejoice in their salvation.

    Calling all Friends Luke 15: 8-10 Our text today comes from a familiar chapter where our Lord shares three different parables – The Parable of the Lost Sheep, The Lost Coin, and the Lost Son. These parables were given in response to the Pharisees criticism of His interaction with sinners. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist