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  • Stephen Wright avatar

    We See Jesus? Series

    Contributed by Stephen Wright on Jul 11, 2004
    based on 20 ratings
     | 7,191 views

    1. Are we focussing on Jesus - the Jesus of the Bible? 2. Why did Jesus come to earth? a) to die b) to destroy the devil

    Jesus crowned with Glory and Honour! We see Jesus - do we? Verse 9 begins: But we see Jesus. This leads us to the first and most important question for us today. Do we really see Jesus? Is He central in our view or do loads of other things distract us? There are so many calls on our time and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The First Person Jesus Raised From The Dead Series

    Contributed by Jonathan Spurlock on Nov 5, 2025
     | 303 views

    A widow in the city of Nain had lost her only son to death. Then Jesus came by and performed a miracle!

    The first person Jesus raised from the dead Introduction: Jesus had already performed a number of miracles such as the overwhelming load of fish for Peter’s boat (Luke 5) and the healing of a paralytic (Luke 5:17-26). The miracles weren’t limited to men, only, as He had healed Peter’s own ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Jesus And Dallas Cowboys Jackets

    Contributed by Eloy Gonzalez on Dec 27, 2003
    based on 81 ratings
     | 4,548 views

    Christmas 1: Mary and Joseph had settled into the normal routines of life. But when Jesus was 12 years old, they were reminded of Who Jesus was and what He came to do.

    About 22 years ago we lived in Virginia Beach, VA. On one occasion, Sofi and I went to the mall with our, then, 2 young sons – one was 6 the other about 4 years of age. Sofi thought that I had the kids, and I thought that she had them. And before we knew it, we had become separated from our younger ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Shalom Shalom!

    Contributed by Thomas Bowen on Jan 12, 2003
    based on 27 ratings
     | 6,719 views

    People call on God for world peace, Jesus came to give a diferent peace, inner peace.

    Shalom Shalom! Normally my week days start by listening to the morning news, mostly on TV. In the past couple of weeks I have heard about the deployments. Military personnel having their records checked, shots updated and dental work documented. Then load up on aircraft for the other side of ...read more

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    Denomination: Congregational

  • Jonathan McLeod avatar

    Mighty God Series

    Contributed by Jonathan Mcleod on Dec 16, 2008
    based on 7 ratings
     | 15,522 views

    Jesus is a mighty warrior who came to earth to save us from the power and fear of death.

    For to us a child is born, to us a son is given... And he will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. “Mighty God” = El Gibbor (Hebrew): • El = God • Gibbor = strong, powerful, mighty, champion, hero The soldiers of Israel are described as “mighty [gibbor] ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jeff Strite avatar

    Jesus Loves Me? Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Feb 25, 2008
    based on 66 ratings
     | 31,688 views

    This is one of the most difficult passages in the Gospels because it seems to portray a harsh, callous and uncaring Jesus. But it’s not. Find out why.

    OPEN: In 1948, Harry Truman authorized an expenditure of $10,000 to have a balcony installed on the south side of the second floor of the White House. He’d barely gotten around to enjoying it when he became the first president since James Madison to evacuate the White House out of fear for his ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Dean Courtier avatar

    Why All People Are Sinners And Why Jesus Had To Die For Our Sins Romans 3:23 Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jul 25, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,199 views

    The concept of sin and the need for redemption are central themes in Christian theology. The Apostle Paul encapsulates the human condition in Romans 3:23 (NLT): "For everyone has sinned; we all fall short of God’s glorious standard." But what does this mean, and why is it significant?

    Why All People Are Sinners and Why Jesus Had to Die for Our Sins Romans 3:23 Understanding Human Sinfulness The concept of sin and the need for redemption are central themes in Christian theology. The Apostle Paul encapsulates the human condition in Romans 3:23 (NLT): "For everyone has ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Bradford Robinson avatar

    You Did It, Good! But, Why Did You Do It?

    Contributed by Bradford Robinson on Jul 22, 2003
    based on 113 ratings
     | 12,163 views

    This sermon looks at how many have selfish reasons for following Jesus. The premise is that many say that they love Jesus, when in reality they don’t love Him per say but really only for what He gives them.

    Maybe you were one of the millions who were glued a few months back to their television sets to watch the final episode of the Fox reality show, “Joe Millionaire”? The premise of the show was that they would take an ordinary guy making a working man’s salary, clean him up, put him up in a castle ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • MELVIN NEWLAND avatar

    Mister, Are You Jesus?

    Contributed by Melvin Newland on Sep 3, 2009
    based on 194 ratings
     | 36,203 views

    Let me ask you: "How would things be different if Jesus came & took your place?" Whether we realize it or not, that is exactly what He wants - to make Himself known to others through our lives.

    MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK (REVISED: 2016) TEXT: 2 Corinthians 3:18; Ephesians 5:1-2; John 13:12-17 ILL. One Sunday as they drove home from church, a little girl turned to her mother & said, "Mommy, there’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Why Was Crucifixion The Passion Of The Romans Series

    Contributed by Dale Harlow on Mar 23, 2004
    based on 69 ratings
     | 11,565 views

    The Romans seemed to enjoy the crucifixion. This message explains why, while answering the question, "who really did crucify Jesus?" The answer might surprise you!

    Title: Why was Crucifixion the Passion of the Romans? Text: Galatians 2:20 Three men participating in army war games were hit with paint pellets, which were fired at them by their opponents. According to the rules of the war games they were legally dead and no longer permitted to participate. ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Paul Fritz avatar

    Why Jesus Encouraged People To Seek The Mentorship Of Godly People

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 61 ratings
     | 8,425 views

    "The mediocre teacher tells. The good teacher explains. The superior teacher demonstrates. The great teacher inspires.

    Why Jesus Encouraged People to Seek the Mentorship of Godly People (Luke 6:40) We all tend to acquire the best and worst traits of our most influential teachers. Jesus urges us to adopt mentors that are Christ-like in their thinking, attitudes, and behavior. Illustration: It is better to train ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Clint Shrum avatar

    Jesus If You Love Me, Then Why Do I Hurt?

    Contributed by Clint Shrum on Jan 14, 2007
    based on 54 ratings
     | 5,959 views

    Understanding why bad things happen to good people

    JESUS IF YOU LOVE ME, THEN WHY DO I HURT? II Corinthians 1:1-7, Corinthians II 11:23-30 Intro: The apostle Paul is the writer of the Corinthian books. As far as I am concerned He is the greatest convert that has ever lived but even in his life we find him suffering. In II Corinthians 11 we find ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Adrian Warnock avatar

    Why Did Jesus Die - To Liberate Us From Sin Series

    Contributed by Adrian Warnock on Feb 22, 2007
    based on 3 ratings
     | 5,345 views

    How to deal with the guilt of sin and walk into freedom.

    ‘Passion for a purpose- Why did Jesus die? To liberate a people to run away from sin Audio version Intro I recently heard Greg Haslam say that as Christians we are left here on earth to cause trouble, to destabilise things. I suppose that is especially true of preachers. According ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Pat Cook avatar

    Top Ten Reasons Why Jesus Is Better Than Santa

    Contributed by Pat Cook on Aug 30, 2005
    based on 69 ratings
     | 6,552 views

    David Letterman-style counting down of why Jesus is better than Santa. Family-friendly and fun to preach.

    Psalm 123:1-2 - Top Ten Reasons Why Jesus is Better Than Santa 10. Santa is more legend than reality. Jesus is more real than you can see - Luke 24:36-43. 9. Santa had a beginning. Jesus is timeless - John 1:1. 8. Santa only creates toys. Jesus created the whole universe - Hebrews 1:2. 7. Santa ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jim Butcher avatar

    Why Did Jesus Say He’s Not A Judge?

    Contributed by Jim Butcher on Mar 18, 2014
     | 3,464 views

    A look at two short verses where Jesus says He wasn't appointed a judge. Why did He say that? This leads us to a larger discussion of the dangers of coming to Jesus with a pre-existing agenda.

    A CONFUSING STATEMENT: Why does Jesus say He’s not a judge? - Luke 12:13. - This is an odd statement by Jesus. Why does He say that He was not appointed a judge between them? - It’s important to read the full sentence. Jesus doesn’t say, “I am not a judge” or ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist