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  • Lynn Malone avatar

    The Davinci Code: Who Do You Say I Am? Series

    Contributed by Lynn Malone on May 23, 2006
    based on 11 ratings
     | 3,285 views

    An answer to Dan Brown’s claim about the divinity of Jesus Christ in "The DaVinci Code."

    Cracking the da Vinci Code: Who Do You Say That I Am? Matthew 16:13-20 Forty million people. That’s the number of copies of Dan Brown’s The Da Vinci Code that have been sold since its publication in 2003. That’s a lot of books. And now, two Academy Award winning celebrities, Tom Hanks and ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Condemnation By The Council Series

    Contributed by John Lowe on Dec 23, 2019
     | 2,879 views

    This is the account of Jesus’ trial before Caiaphas and the Sanhedrin. He makes an undeniable claim that He is the Messiah and Son of God.

    HARMONY OF THE GOSPELS (29) Condemnation By The Council Matthew 27:1; Mark 15:1; Luke 22:66-71 (focal passage) Tom Lowe 2/5/2008 Date: Friday of Jesus’ Final Week Location: Jerusalem This is the account of Jesus’ trial before Caiaphas and the Sanhedrin. He makes an undeniable claim that ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Cynic Sage Or Son Of God

    Contributed by Chris Surber on Aug 20, 2008
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    Was Jesus merely a cynic rebel as some claim? Was He merely a wise man or prophet? He was and is the Son of God!

    "Cynic, Sage, or Son of God" Matthew 16:13-20 Introduction An American missionary one day overtook one of his converts in the woods, and after some conversation asked him, ‘Tell me what your heart says of Jesus.’ The Native American stood still, paused awhile, and then replied, ‘Stop, and I will ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

  • Ron Tuit avatar

    “the Conclusion Of John’s Gospel” Series

    Contributed by Ron Tuit on Sep 7, 2016
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    John's Gospel concludes with John's affirmation and validity of the testimony of his writing. Jesus also gives a very familiar command made dozens of times in His ministry: Follow Me!

    “The Conclusion of John’s Gospel” John 21:18-25 Last week we looked at Peter’s reinstatement as a disciple in John 21:15-17: “When they had finished eating, Jesus said to Simon Peter, "Simon son of John, do you truly love me more than these?" "Yes, Lord," he said, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Equality With God Series

    Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Jan 23, 2023
     | 1,588 views

    As Christians, we need to face the claim of Jesus that He is equal with God.

    As Christians, we need to face the claim of Jesus that He is equal with God. We went into detail about this in chapter 1 but again we are faced with this claim tonight. How could Jesus make such a claim? Because Jesus gave us proof after proof of His claim which clearly verified it. In ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Dangers Of A Form Of Godliness

    Contributed by Jovanni Dinsay on Mar 17, 2025
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     | 735 views

    • Many people today claim to be spiritual or religious, but is that enough to save them

    Having a form of godliness refers to outwardly appearing to be righteous or spiritual, but lacking the inward reality of a vibrant, personal relationship with God. Characteristics of having a form of godliness Some common characteristics of having a form of godliness include: • Attending church or ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Art Of Surviving Failure Series

    Contributed by Antonio Torrence on Feb 8, 2001
    based on 165 ratings
     | 9,741 views

    This sermon is about surviving our failures in order to claim our future

    The Art of Surviving Failure Luke 5:1-11 -Pastor A. L. Torrence, Cross of Life Lutheran Church I have heard one preacher say that, “to laugh is to risk appearing the fool. To weep is to risk appearing sentimental. To reach out for another is to risk involvement. To expose feelings is to risk ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Jesus Yes The Church No?

    Contributed by David Parks on Jan 30, 2003
    based on 43 ratings
     | 5,606 views

    Many claim to love Jesus but despise his church. Is this bilblical or logical?

    JESUS, YES! THE CHURCH, NO? INTRODUCTION: 1 We are living in an age that has seen the rise of license and the decline of responsibility. 2 Today many seem to be desperately looking for some strange type of Utopia in which there is happiness without responsibility. 1) Many children expect their ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Apostolic Authority

    Contributed by Eddie Snipes on Nov 29, 2001
    based on 41 ratings
     | 6,961 views

    This message will be unpopular because it challenges the foundation of those claiming to have this authority.

    Apostolic Authority I realize this is not a popular message, but I also believe it is necessary and relevant to a biblically sound church. This is a follow up to the message, ‘Is Speaking in Tongues Essential?’ In this message, we looked at scripture that testified that not all Christians under ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Enemy Within: Indifference Series

    Contributed by Charles Salmon on Feb 26, 2007
    based on 26 ratings
     | 11,069 views

    A sermon warning against indifference to the claims of God upon our lives.

    The Enemy Within: Indifference. Amos 6:1 INTRO.: Amos wrote about 760 BC. It was a time of great prosperity in Israel and also a time of great corruption. They often go together. The rich were getting richer at the expense of the poor. Injustice was everywhere in the land. Judges were bribed and ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Jesus Heals Many

    Contributed by Chris Appleby on May 14, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,341 views

    Jesus shows that he is who he claims to be by healing amny people.

    Do you believe in miracles? Do you believe Luke when he records these accounts of Jesus early ministry? There’s been a lot of debate over the last 100 years or so about whether the miracles ascribed to Jesus in the New Testament were really miracles at all or whether perhaps the way they’re ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

  • Mike Rickman avatar

    It’s Personal Series

    Contributed by Mike Rickman on May 22, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 10,336 views

    If you claim to belong to Christ your life must reflect change.

    May 23, 2010 Morning Worship Text: Ephesians 4:17-32 Subject: Living the Christ-like Life Title: It’s Personal We’ve been going through the book of Ephesians, one of Paul’s great masterpieces of theology. Last week I shared with you about what Paul says you are “in Christ” and the authority you ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Brian La Croix avatar

    "My Kingdom Is Not Of This World

    Contributed by Brian La Croix on Dec 15, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,837 views

    Discussion of Jesus’ talk with Pilate and His claims regarding His kingdom.

    “My Kingdom is Not of This World.” John 18:28-40 October 11, 2009 NOTE: THE ME/WE/GOD/YOU/WE FORMAT IS FROM ANDY STANLEY’S BOOK, "COMMUNICATING FOR A CHANGE." Me: Like most families, we swap babysitting chores with other members of the family once in a while. So that means we have nieces and ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

  • Kelly Benton avatar

    What Does It Really Take?

    Contributed by Kelly Benton on May 10, 2010
    based on 8 ratings
     | 7,365 views

    To stimulate each one of us to take the claims of discipleship seriously and grow.

    What Does It Really Take? Scripture: Acts 14: 19–28 Date: 17 January 2010 Purpose: To stimulate each one of us to take the claims of discipleship seriously and grow. Illustration: I love animals. In fact, growing up I had many ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

  • Freddy Fritz avatar

    Jesus On Trial: The Sentence Series

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Mar 24, 2016
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,365 views

    This messages examines the claim of Jesus to be the Son of God that resulted in the sentence of death.

    Scripture Five years ago I began what I planned to be a seven-year series of messages. It is based on the book by James Montgomery Boice and Philip Graham Ryken that is titled, Jesus on Trial. My goal is to teach on seven important aspects of the trial of Jesus Christ: the diabolical conspiracy to ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed