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  • Robert Kerr avatar

    First John Chapter One

    Contributed by Robert Kerr on Dec 21, 2000
    based on 74 ratings
     | 9,820 views

    Bible Study

    F I R S T E P I S T L E O F J O H N - CHAPTER 1 INTRO: Scofield says that this First Epistle of John is a family letter from the Father to His "little children" who are in the world. A tender word is used for "children" (from Gk, teknia), a diminutive meaning "little children, born-ones" as ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Timothy Peck avatar

    Joy For The Journey Series

    Contributed by Timothy Peck on Feb 1, 2001
    based on 496 ratings
     | 42,629 views

    Four factors we need in order to have genuine joy in the spiritual journey.

    In 1492 Christopher Columbus set out for the Orient and ended up in the Caribbean. Some people have said that Columbus set a pattern that’s continued for the last 500 years…that men still won’t stop and ask for directions. For many of us guys, being someplace we’ve never been before is a ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    John Saw

    Contributed by Jimmy Haile on Feb 4, 2001
    based on 105 ratings
     | 5,522 views

    John was a man who had witness these things with his own eyes

    John Saw 1 John 1:1-10 John had been there, when Jesus was talking to the Samaritan woman. He was there, when a invalid ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Fess Up!

    Contributed by Bruce Howell on Aug 4, 2001
    based on 74 ratings
     | 6,301 views

    The importance of confession, both to the unbeliver for salvation and to the believer for wholesome living.

    Fess Up! Prov.28:13: “He who conceals his sins does not prosper, but whoever confesses and renounces them finds mercy.” James 5:16: “Therefore confess your sins to each other and pray for each other so that you may be healed.” I John 1:9: “If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just and ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    God's Solution For Sin

    Contributed by Dana Chau on Sep 2, 2001
    based on 105 ratings
     | 10,767 views

    Three ineffective ways to deal with sin and three effective ways to deal with sin.

    John wrote this letter to counter the false teachings that crept into the churches. This morning, we will look at three ineffective ways to deal with our sin and three effective ways to deal with our sin. The passage we will look at is 1 John 1:5-10. Because the word, sin, is not always ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    Live What You Claim

    Contributed by Jay Mcphearson on Dec 23, 2003
    based on 18 ratings
     | 3,453 views

    The world changes when Christians live what they claim.

    1st John 1:5-10 ¡§Live what you Claim¡¨ ¡§The world changes when Christians live what they claim.¡¨ FCC ¡V Piggott 5.18.03 Intro: (Start With Blank) It is not what men eat but what they digest that makes them strong; Not what we gain but what we save that makes us rich; not what we read but what ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Kevin Cummins avatar

    The True Fellowship Of The Church Series

    Contributed by Kevin Cummins on Sep 2, 2003
    based on 65 ratings
     | 9,977 views

    In an atmosphere of false teachings that sought to confuse the church and split it. John writes here about the true fellowship of the church and how we can recognize it.

    Today I want to begin a series on the book of I John. It is believed by most that John, the disciple whom Jesus loved, was the author of this letter. He wrote this letter before he was exiled to the island of Patmos. Many put the date at around 85-90 A.D., which is real close to the date that ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

  • Mark Elkins avatar

    How Should Christians Live? With A Message!

    Contributed by Mark Elkins on Sep 26, 2003
    based on 27 ratings
     | 2,050 views

    We have a message that is personally Heard from God, a message of Hope and a message of Harmony! Does you life reflect these?

    At your age 993 1001 more A message that is heard. Hearing God- #294 p. 311 750 engaging ill. Ambient noise generator. John heard a message from God. One of the great needs about man is a word from God. A word that tells us the truth about God, why we are here, who we are, and where we are ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Walking In The Light

    Contributed by Lanny Carpenter on Oct 20, 2003
    based on 110 ratings
     | 31,990 views

    Designed to teach the importance of conducting one’s life in the presence and influence of Christ.

    WALKING IN THE LIGHT I JOHN 1:5-7 INTRO: Are you afraid of the dark? 1. As a child, shadows make us think of monsters. 2. If you like scary movies, you may at times think you see those characters in the dark. (ILL.) In interview, Stephen King, horror author, was asked about daily writing ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Charles Wilkerson avatar

    What Does The Church Do? Series

    Contributed by Charles Wilkerson on Oct 21, 2003
    based on 2 ratings
     | 3,189 views

    The world today sees the church as powerless and irrelevant in our culture and the reason is due in great part because of our failure to live life differently than the world around us.

    In the play, My Fair Lady, Eliza is being courted by Freddy, who writes to her daily of his love for her. Eliza’s response to his notes is to cry out in frustration: Words! Words! I’m so sick of words!... Don’t talk of stars Burning above, If you’re in love, Show me! Don’t ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Honest To God

    Contributed by W Pittendreigh on Jan 21, 2005
    based on 10 ratings
     | 3,953 views

    Spiritual growth requires that we be honest to God with our mistakes and sins -- and to then repent!

    An elderly woman walked into the local country church. A friendly usher greeted her at the door and helped her up the flight of steps. "Where would you like to sit?" he asked. "The front row please," she answered. "You really don’t want to do that," the usher said. "The pastor is really ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Scott Chambers avatar

    Will God Really Forgive All My Sins? Series

    Contributed by Scott Chambers on Oct 2, 2005
    based on 29 ratings
     | 5,146 views

    Sermon from the series based on questions asked on various spiritual issues.

    Joe was overcome by emotion as he sorted through his father’s belongings. After a long battle with cancer it was hard to believe that his father was gone. Reflecting on the past decade, Joe had plenty of regrets. He had a rebellious streak and lived a very indulgent life. As a result of his ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Walking In The Light

    Contributed by David Dewitt on Oct 7, 2005
    based on 25 ratings
     | 7,932 views

    The life of the Christian is to be lived by walking in the light.

    Walking in the Light 1 John 1:5-10 September 4, 2005 Evening Message Introduction Have you ever found yourself walking around in the dark? A few nights ago I found myself in that exact position. I was up getting a glass of water in the middle of the night. I didn’t turn the lights on because I ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

  • Tim Patrick avatar

    God Is Light!

    Contributed by Tim Patrick on Nov 7, 2005
    based on 49 ratings
     | 50,803 views

    This sermon examines the meaning of the concept "God Is Light."

    We are going to look at one of the simplest passages in the Bible. It is only three words. Even though it is only three words it is one of the most profound passages in the Bible. Turn to I John 1:5. “This is the message which we have heard from Him and declare to you, that God is light and in Him ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Michael Otterstatter avatar

    Live Your Life In God's Light

    Contributed by Michael Otterstatter on Feb 4, 2002
    based on 67 ratings
     | 9,842 views

    Adding to the metaphor used for Jesus in his Gospel, John points us to the life we live in God’s Light

    How have you been feeling lately? Does it seem like you have a decreased amount of energy? Do you feel fatigued? Have you been craving sugar and eating more than usual? In the last two months have you had difficulty getting out of bed in the morning? Are you sleeping more than usual, been less ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran