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  • Kemuel Travis avatar

    Discipleship: Brokenness Series

    Contributed by Kemuel Travis on Mar 6, 2007
    based on 15 ratings
     | 8,099 views

    To show that we must be broken before the Lord in order to draw close to Him

    INTRODUCTION -Today we are going to be partaking of the Lord’s Supper -Holy Communion -This was a special meal that Christ ate with his closest disciples on the night he was betrayed -The eve of His crucifixion -We do this quite often, but let us learn a valuable discipleship lesson today as ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    Faith, Suffering & The Will Of God

    Contributed by Tom Fuller on Nov 22, 2002
    based on 18 ratings
     | 3,390 views

    The story of Jesus betrayal, arrest, and trial could be seen as a dark time, but it teaches us things about faith, suffering, and finding the will of God in our lives like no other portion of Scripture.

    I hate politics. Politics at its worst is the manipulation of people and processes to get your way. I’m sure there’s a good side to politics – but I haven’t seen it lately. Certainly it was politics at its worst that was operating in Palestine around 33AD when the ruling religious political group ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

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    Simon Peter Series

    Contributed by Ken Gehrels on Apr 3, 2001
    based on 54 ratings
     | 6,769 views

    Lenten study of Peter’s struggle with guilt & shame

    He’s one of the most popular bible characters. Simon Peter. People are attracted to him, perhaps because he seems one of the most real; we can identify with him. He’s almost lovable because of his very transparent humanness. As you follow the account of Jesus’ life and watch Peter move with ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Crisis: Dangerous Opportunity

    Contributed by Joseph Smith on Apr 14, 2001
    based on 39 ratings
     | 4,359 views

    Jesus precipitated a crisis for others around Him: for Judas, for the disciples, for Peter. Their reactions are like ours -- confused -- but Jesus knows who He is in the midst of the crisis.

    I’m sure that you have heard many times now that the Chinese character that is usually translated by the English word “crisis” is actually made up of two components – one character that means “dangerous” and the other that means “opportunity.” Put “dangerous” and “opportunity” together, and you ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Guarding Against Spiritual Leaks

    Contributed by Stephen Funderburk on Sep 29, 2005
    based on 30 ratings
     | 3,538 views

    losing out with Christ

    Intro: visiting with my Grandmother in Maine she began to list all the ministerial failures and laity fallings throughout the local churches in the Bangor area. It was amazing that some of the spiritual giants of that area had fallen into terrible sins. We need to be on the guard of our spiritual ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Staying Focused On Christ Series

    Contributed by Brian Atwood on Oct 28, 2005
    based on 74 ratings
     | 24,491 views

    Three reasons to stay focused on Christ.

    Matthew 26:26 - While they were eating, Jesus took bread, gave thanks and broke it, and gave it to his disciples, saying, "Take and eat; this is my body." 27Then he took the cup, gave thanks and offered it to them, saying, "Drink from it, all of you. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Be Careful About What You Promise God

    Contributed by Juan Lane on Jun 14, 2005
    based on 5 ratings
     | 3,462 views

    We have to be careful that we are ready to make a full commitment when we make promises to God

    Be Careful About What You Promise God Subtitle: Count up the cost Sermon Scripture: Matthew 26:31-35, 69 – 75 (KJV) Matthew 26:31-35 31 Then saith Jesus unto them, All ye shall be offended because of me this night: for it is written, I will smite the shepherd, and the sheep of the flock shall be ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Good Friday

    Contributed by Craig Smee on Jul 6, 2005
    based on 31 ratings
     | 18,776 views

    A good friday sermon

    Did you sleep well? Have a good nights rest? Jesus didn’t – he had not been to sleep! Good Friday: a day of How do you live like he’s risen when you feel dead yourself? How do you dance for Joy when you’re knocked down to the floor? How do you celebrate Easter when you’re living Good ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    Cedar

    Contributed by Craig Smee on Jul 6, 2005
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,005 views

    Conducting a Christian Passover meal. A means of combining he jewish festiva with our Christian faith.

    Seder – An Order of Service and Explanation to the Passover Meal A. Welcome and Blessing Read EXODUS 12:12-20 and LUKE 22:14-16 B. Recline at the table C. The 15 Steps to the Sedar then begin: 1. Kadesh – Sanctify (Reading and Foot Washing) 2. Urchatz – Cleanse 3. Karpas – Appetizer ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    Simon Peter's Really Bad Night Series

    Contributed by Rick Stacy on Jul 18, 2005
    based on 19 ratings
     | 7,404 views

    6 of 7 messages on the transformation of Simon into Jesus. This message is on the denials of Peter.

    From Ordinary to Extraordinary The Transformation Began in Amazement… at what Jesus taught and gave to people – both healing and forgiveness Amazement Led to Obedience… even when Simon didn’t think it would make a difference Obedience Grew Into Faith… that moved Simon to get out of the boat ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Rock Crumbles Series

    Contributed by Thomas Cash on May 14, 2009
    based on 9 ratings
     | 6,943 views

    Note the depth of honesty in the Gospels. There is no cover-up here: Peter blew it! But Before we condemn Peter, given the circumstances, would we have shown up in Caiaphas’ courtyard that evening?

    Sermon Notes “The Rock Crumbles” Matthew 26:31-35, 69-75 Introduction: Did you know that Las Vegas has opened a call-in phone service called “Connection Confession?” It is a service where people can call and confess their sins to a recording – a confession hot-line. Here is how it works – for ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Defection From Jesus Series

    Contributed by Ric Veal on Jun 8, 2011
     | 2,850 views

    Following Christ in His last days on earth.

    The Defection From Christ Matthew 26:31-56 Introduction: Desires (26:1-16) Directions (26:17-30) I. The Scripture (26:31-32) Prediction A. The Prophecy (26:31) Zechariah 13:7; part of God’s plan 1. Stumble - offended (24:10) falling ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    God's Grace For Our Failure

    Contributed by Jon Mackinney on Jun 16, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,047 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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    Disappointed With Deity?

    Contributed by Keith Peters on Jul 6, 2011
     | 2,957 views

    How did Satan succeed in turning the Apostles into jelly in the Garden?

    Disappointed with Deity Or “What a difference a day makes” Mt. 26:18-41 "Then saith Jesus unto them, All ye shall be offended because of me this night: for it is written, I will smite the shepherd, and the sheep of the flock shall be scattered abroad." (Mat 26:31) REFLECTION: ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Denying Jesus

    Contributed by Brian La Croix on Nov 18, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,190 views

    Discussion of Peter’s boldness in telling Jesus he would stand by Him, his subsequent denials of Jesus, and how we do the same thing sometimes...

    Denying Jesus Matthew 26:31-35, 69-75; John 21:15-17 July 26, 2009 Me/We: I had originally planned to bring another message about that Last Supper, when Jesus instituted the sacrament of Communion. But the more I actually worked on the message, the more I felt like God was telling me I needed ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan