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    Trial By Food

    Contributed by Jon Mackinney on Feb 6, 2012
     | 3,817 views

    These four young Jewish men were given an opportunity to remain unique or go with the flow. And God used them mightily because they remained true to their principles.

    Passage: Daniel 1:1-21 Intro: Every people, every nation, every person is faced with the same choices. 1. same choice that Adam and Eve had. 2. to listen to God and obey Him, or to listen to the liar. 3. circumstances are typically a part of that choice. 4. “what has God done for me ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    Responses To The Resurrection

    Contributed by Jon Mackinney on Aug 29, 2011
     | 2,405 views

    The resurrection was a powerful, indisputable event. And yet still there were differing responses to it. It matters how you respond.

    Passage: Matthew 28:1-15 Intro: Here we are, almost at the end of Matthew. 1. end next week, preaching thru it since November 25, 2008 2. as far as I know, 91 sermons! 3. what we have seen is the intensifying revelation of God, and the intensifying resistance of some to that gracious ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    Cross-Purposes

    Contributed by Jon Mackinney on Aug 29, 2011
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     | 3,104 views

    Jesus was dead, so what is to be done with the body. Watch how God makes sure that His Son is honored, and how that is with cross-purposes with what men want to do. Is it any surprise that God wins?

    Passage: Matthew 27:57-66 Intro: So Jesus is dead, the crowds are gone, the drama is over, ( or so most thought) 1. the sun has reappeared, but for just a few more hours 2. the earth has stopped shaking, and there is nothing left but the sad sight of three mutilated corpses on crosses. 3. ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    God Speaks With Crystalline Clarity

    Contributed by Jon Mackinney on Aug 29, 2011
     | 1,818 views

    In the hours of Christ's Crucifixion and at the moment of His death, God was talking. The people there missed it, for the most part. But we need to hear what He is saying.

    Passage: Matthew 27:45-56 Intro: One of my favorite parts of Revelation is chapter 10:3-4 1. seven thunders, which “speak” so that John is ready to write what they say, but he is prevented. 2. I believe this is God talking. 3. wish we knew what He said. But we do know what He ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    Spiritual Darkness Described

    Contributed by Jon Mackinney on Aug 29, 2011
     | 3,758 views

    The treatment of Jesus during and after His trial was awful. And yet if was normal for people who are in darkness. Because when it is dark, you miss things you should be able to see.

    Passage: Matthew 27:27-46 Intro: Lightning is more impressive at night. PP lightning in the day PP Lightning storm at night 1. we see spiritual darkness all around us in many ways. 2. but there are few examples greater than what went on during the torment and crucifixion of ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    Whose In Charge?

    Contributed by Jon Mackinney on Aug 29, 2011
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     | 2,094 views

    Jesus' trial before Pilate was a hodge-podge of differing desires. But they are all just background noise to what was really going on, and what God was using to bring about His purpose.

    Passage: Matthew 27:11-26 Intro: It’s very interesting to watch the wrangling in Washington these days. 1. debt-ceiling debate, a lot at stake. 2. we know that much going on “behind the scenes”, as people seek to gain the upper hand of power. 3. trade-offs, promises, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    Peter And Judas: What's The Difference?

    Contributed by Jon Mackinney on Aug 29, 2011
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    Peter and Judas both failed during the Passion of Christ. But the result was really different. Here's why.

    Passage: Matthew 27:1-10 Intro: There are few more dishonorable people than Judas Iscariot 1. when is the last time you heard of a baby named Judas? 2. he comes and goes in this ongoing drama, and here he finally goes. 3. I find it very interesting that this event is found right after ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    Learning From Peter

    Contributed by Jon Mackinney on Aug 29, 2011
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     | 2,747 views

    the failure of Peter at the trial of Jesus was predictable. Let's look at the decisions and non-decisions that brought about this event in his life. We can learn a lot.

    Passage: Matthew 26:69-75 Intro: The more time we spend looking at this powerful event, the more contrast we see between spirit and flesh, God’s character and Satan’s. 1. we will look this morning at one of the really sad stories in the Passion week. 2. why is it here? Because it ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    Calm In Chaos

    Contributed by Jon Mackinney on Aug 29, 2011
     | 4,806 views

    Surronded by illegailities and judicial chaos, Jesus stands calmly in the midst of the storm. He had already accepted God's plan for Him, so there was no fear, no panic.

    Passage: Matthew 26:57-68 Intro: Once is a while we witness it; that person who remains calm in the middle of chaos. Il) my father-in-law received the Silver Star for Valor for standing on the deck of a baby flattop in the Battle of Leyte Gulf and directing return fire while under ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    A Lost Ear Or Eternal Salvation?

    Contributed by Jon Mackinney on Jun 16, 2011
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     | 2,451 views

    The flesh and the spirit are at war in this passage, and in our own hearts.

    Passage: Matthew 26:47-56 Intro: Everyone thinks they know what a real man is. 1. pro athlete, Rambo, fireman. 2. always tough, strong, can really shoot any one of his variety of weapons, protect the fam! 3. Father’s Day is tough, because we are not quite as secure in our role as ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    The Great Turnaround

    Contributed by Jon Mackinney on Jun 16, 2011
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     | 9,230 views

    There has never been any event in human history as powerful at Christ's battle in the Garden of Gethsemane. And we are the beneficiaries of it.

    Passage: Matthew 26:36-46 Intro: This is one of the most challenging passages to preach in the Bible. 1. not because of great controversies. 2. but because there is so much going on, at so many levels. 3. Christology, soteriology, theology, hamartiology 4. at yet also very simple; a ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    God's Grace For Our Failure

    Contributed by Jon Mackinney on Jun 16, 2011
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     | 3,012 views

    Peter was going to fall right on his face, though he was sure he would not. But grace abounds!

    Passage: Matthew 26:31-35 Intro: There is an unforgettable scene in “Saving Private Ryan” 1. climatic battle for a bridge, at the top of a set of black stairs, two soldiers locked in hand to hand combat PP Upham on the stairs 2. he is unable to force himself to go ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    The Amazing Grace Of God

    Contributed by Jon Mackinney on Jun 16, 2011
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     | 2,792 views

    Here in this drama the we call the Last Supper, the grace of God is demonstrated in a way that was missed by those there, and especialy by one! But we can't afford to miss it today!

    Passage: Matthew 26:17-30 Intro: Hindsight is an amazing thing. 1. someone has said “hindsight 20/20 2. but when we can look back, with explanations, we can actually see what is going on better than those who were there! 3. saw last week, great event, with things going on in the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    And So It Begins

    Contributed by Jon Mackinney on Jun 16, 2011
     | 2,652 views

    The greatest drama in human history begins with love on one hand and betrayal on the other.

    Passage: Matthew 26:1-16 Intro: The play will begin in a few minutes. 1. we are in the next several weeks going to see the greatest drama ever performed 2. it took place in a dusty city in the Middle East, but changed the entire universe, both the spiritual and physical realms. 3. we have ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    The Final Separation

    Contributed by Jon Mackinney on Jun 16, 2011
     | 3,878 views

    At the end, whether we like it or not, there will be a division of the world into two groups. It is great to be in one, and it stinks to be in the other. What is the dividing point?

    Passage: Matthew 25:31-46 Intro: One of my favorite days in school was the day before a major test. 1. I loved it when the teacher spent the day reviewing what the test would be over. 2, people took notes that day! We listened. 3. for the last several weeks, we have been listening to Jesus ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free