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    Faith That Impresses Series

    Contributed by Leighton (Lee) Vary on Nov 17, 2016
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     | 15,692 views

    A centurion asks a favor of Jesus. Manifesting great faith. Faith that impressed the Lord

    Introduction A. One night, Tim was walking home when, all of a sudden, a thief jumped on him. Tim and the thief were began to wrestle. They rolled about on the ground and Tim put up a tremendous fight. However, the thief managed to get the better of him and pinned him to the ground. The thief ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    If You Are Willing Series

    Contributed by Leighton (Lee) Vary on Nov 17, 2016
     | 13,046 views

    Can you imagine what the scene was like? Every one was following Jesus when suddenly a leper had the audacity to approach Jesus

    Introduction A. Somewhat skeptical of his son's new found determination to become Charles Atlas, the father nevertheless followed the teenager over to the weight-lifting department, admiring a set of weights. "Please, Dad," pleaded the boy, "I promise I'll use 'em every day." "I don't know, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Beware, Beware Series

    Contributed by Leighton (Lee) Vary on Nov 17, 2016
     | 7,078 views

    "Beware of false prophets, who come to you in sheep's clothing, but inwardly they are ravenous wolves.

    Introduction A. A man having lunch at a Chinese restaurant noticed that the table had been set with forks, not chopsticks. He asked why. The waiter said "Chopsticks are provided only on request." "But," the man countered, "if you gave your patrons chopsticks, you wouldn't have to pay someone to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    One Way Series

    Contributed by Leighton (Lee) Vary on Nov 17, 2016
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     | 11,222 views

    "Enter by the narrow gate; for wide is the gate and broad is the way that leads to destruction, and there are many who go in by it."

    Introduction A. A high school history teacher was discussing the funeral of the Pope with his class. One student asked how they chose the new Pope. The teacher explained the process, finishing with, "So the Cardinals pick him." A student in the back of class, asked, very seriously, "Why would ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Church At Thyatira Series

    Contributed by Leighton (Lee) Vary on Nov 7, 2016
     | 7,032 views

    The church at Thyatira had two characteristics: One was like Lydia, a woman who was a servant of Christ, ministering to the saints; the other was like Jezebel, a woman who supported the priest of Baal and hated God's servant.

    I. Introduction A. Thyatira 1. The names means continual sacrifice 2. The city of Thyatira is about 35 Miles East of Pergamum a. Coastal cities (1) Ephesus (2) Smyrna (3) Pergamum b. The rest of the seven churches were inland 3. The city of Thyatira once was ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Golden Rule Series

    Contributed by Leighton (Lee) Vary on Nov 7, 2016
     | 10,192 views

    A message on the very simple principle, "Do unto others as you would have them do to you.

    Introduction A. A honeymoon couple is in the Watergate Hotel. The new bride is concerned and asked, "What if the place is still bugged?" The groom says "Hmm... Good point. I'll look for a bug." He looks behind the drapes, behind the pictures, under the rug . . . "AHA!" he shouts! Sure enough, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The City Of Pergamum Series

    Contributed by Leighton (Lee) Vary on Nov 7, 2016
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    Pergamum was a center of religion. There were many temples to many false Gods, and out of this God chose to establish a true church. However, Satan had ideas of his own. Perhaps he could destroy the church from within.

    I. Introduction A. The city of Pergamum was about 70 miles north of Smyrna 1. The name Pergamum means elevated and Marriage a. We shall see how appropreate this is (1) In Pergamum and during the age of the church at Pergamum the church was elevated (2) And there was a marriage ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Something About Prayer Series

    Contributed by Leighton (Lee) Vary on Nov 7, 2016
     | 8,665 views

    No prayer is ever wasted. God hears and answers every prayer. His answer may by "No," "Yes," or "Not now." The underlying principle behind the significance of persistent prayer has to be the truth that no prayer is ever wasted effort.

    I. Introduction A. Three men worked in the Empire State Building on the 102nd floor. One day the elevator was out of service, so they had to walk up to their office. To pass the time, they decided that one would sing a song, one would tell a joke, and the third would tell a sad story - each ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Judging Others Series

    Contributed by Leighton (Lee) Vary on Oct 31, 2016
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     | 12,641 views

    An inseparable corollary of justifying oneself is condemning others. When anyone elevates himself, everyone else is lowered accordingly.

    Introduction A. At a COMDEX computer expo a quite while ago, Microsoft's Bill Gates compared the computer industry with the auto industry and stated, "If GM had kept up with technology like the computer industry has, we would all be driving $25 cars that got 1,000 miles per gallon." Not liking ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Jesus Healing The Woman With The Issue Of Blood Series

    Contributed by Leighton (Lee) Vary on Oct 31, 2016
     | 27,447 views

    Imagine anyone suffering for 12 years and trusting in the Lord to be healed. So it was with one woman. She sought to touch only Jesus' clothing and so was healed.

    Introduction: A. Todd's wife bought a new line of expensive cosmetics guaranteed to make her look years younger. After a lengthy sitting before the mirror applying the "miracle" products, she asked, "Darling, honestly, what age would you say I am?" Looking over her carefully, Todd replied, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Why Baptism Series

    Contributed by Leighton (Lee) Vary on Oct 31, 2016
     | 5,064 views

    The two fold commission of Christ to His disciples. Evangelize and Baptize.

    Introduction A. Lets begin by reading Matthew 28:16 - 20 Matthew 28:16-20 (NKJV) Then the eleven disciples went away into Galilee, to the mountain which Jesus had appointed for them. {17} When they saw Him, they worshiped Him; but some doubted. {18} And Jesus came and spoke to them, saying, ...read more

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    The Church At Smyrna Series

    Contributed by Leighton (Lee) Vary on Oct 28, 2016
     | 5,597 views

    The message to the church at Smyrna. This church had a constant threat of death, but they remained faithful.

    I. Introduction A. The city of Smyrna was about 35 miles north of Ephesus 1. It was and still is an important sea port a. The city's name is now Ismir 2. It was the site of the temple to Emperor Tiberious B. As a representative church, Smyrna pictures the time from about 100 AD to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Message To The Church At Ephesus Series

    Contributed by Leighton (Lee) Vary on Oct 28, 2016
     | 6,810 views

    To the church at Ephesus, you have lost your first love.

    I. Introduction A. Ephesus 1. Means desirable a. Such as a bridegroom would find his bride, desirable 2. It was the site of the main temple to Diana a. But, this Diana was not the same Diana as the Greek or Roman goddess b. This Diana was much older (1) She was the mother ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Discerning The Person Of Christ Jesus Series

    Contributed by Leighton (Lee) Vary on Oct 28, 2016
     | 6,408 views

    Who is this Jesus Christ? What is so important as the revelation of Christ in this book. What is the promise of the book.

    Introduction A. Before I went into the hospital, I had planned to speak on Psalm 110 after I got home again 1. But, after all the changes in the world direction in the Middle East, I got to thinking about that part of the world and what it means to us a. Besides the rising gasoline ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Why Take The Revelation Seriously? Series

    Contributed by Leighton (Lee) Vary on Oct 28, 2016
     | 4,235 views

    The Revelation was never intended to be take literally. Now, before you get angry with me, let me tell you that I do take the Revelation seriously and I do take it literally. This book is of vital importance.

    I. Introduction A. Under the Romans 1. At the time of the Greek Empire, the Jews asked Rome for help a. The reason was that the Greek King had persecuted the Jews, desecrated the temple, and murdered faithful followers of Jehovah. b. The Romans were their liberators, at first c. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist