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  • Christopher Holdsworth avatar

    A Call To Boast?

    Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Sep 8, 2016
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     | 8,570 views

    Consider your calling. Glory in nothing but the Cross!

    A CALL TO BOAST? 1 Corinthians 1:18-31. The Apostle Paul has established that the preaching of the cross was considered foolishness by this world’s wisdom (1 Corinthians 1:18). Yet God has rendered foolish the wisdom of this world by the ‘foolishness’ of preaching (1 Corinthians 1:20). ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • David Welch avatar

    Failure, The Backdoor To Victory Series

    Contributed by David Welch on Jun 27, 2018
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    Message 11 in our journey with Joshua into the Promised Land. This message explores principles leaned from Israel's eventual victory over Ai after a humiliating defeat.

    Joshua Series #11 The Amazing Race to Rest & Reward “Failure: the Backdoor to Victory” We have been following the trail of the new generation of Israelites all under 40 except for two old guys, Joshua and Caleb. All the rest died in the 40 year wandering in the wilderness because they failed to ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

  • Sam McCormick avatar

    Ashamed Of Jesus?

    Contributed by Sam Mccormick on Jul 9, 2017
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    In 1765, Joseph Grigg (1720-1768) of England wrote the wonderful words of the song "Jesus and Shall It Ever Be," which proposes several answers to the question, "Ashamed of Jesus?" The answers are various ways of saying "I will never be ashamed of him!"

    Ashamed of Jesus? Things have changed much in this country in the last 40 years. I now find myself surprised when I hear the name of Jesus mentioned in a public setting. Not only have judges handed out rulings that restrict the mention and exhibition of things pertaining to the Christian faith, ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Who Needs Theology? Series

    Contributed by Thomas Clawser on Jan 28, 2017
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     | 11,671 views

    Knowledge is important, but insufficient. Man’s wisdom is folly compared to God’s. So, what good is knowledge if faith is all that we need?

    The word theology comes from two Greek words: Theos (God) and logos (study, research). Thus, theology is the study of God. I am richly blessed to be a graduate of Evangelical Theological Seminary. My course of study (Master of Divinity) included five semesters in systematic theology, among the most ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

  • Daniel Habben avatar

    1 Corinthians: The Church Fully Equipped For Boasting...in Christ

    Contributed by Daniel Habben on Jan 29, 2017
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    It's not our wisdom, power, or riches that we should boast about, but the fact that God has given us faith in Jesus.

    I want to begin by testing your celebrity savvy this morning. Who said the following? “Let me tell you, I’m a really smart guy.” “I’m also honored to have the greatest temperament that anybody has.” “I think I am, actually humble. I think I’m much ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • John Lowe avatar

    The Church In Corinth And Wisdom Series

    Contributed by John Lowe on May 13, 2018
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     | 9,661 views

    Christians in the city of Corinth were poor and pitiful, and Paul will dwell on their weakness and how God used it to convert the world.

    Commentary on First Corinthians By: Tom Lowe Lesson 2.3: The Church in Corinth and Wisdom Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1.26-1.31 1 Cor 1:26-31 (KJV) 26 For ye see your calling, brethren, how that not many wise men after the flesh, not many mighty, not many noble, are called: 27 But God hath ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Horace Wimpey avatar

    Who You Gonna Call

    Contributed by Horace Wimpey on Apr 18, 2015
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    In writing to the Corinthian believers, Paul explains why God uses ordinary people and things to bring Glory to Him.

    “Who You Gonna Call” 1 Corinthians 1: 24-31 Intro: As I am walking onto the stage, play a clip from Ghost Busters. . How many remember those movies. Ghost Busters. You see what we want to do as humans is when we have a problem or an emergency, we want an expert don’t we. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Wayne du Toit avatar

    Is Good, Good Enough?

    Contributed by Wayne Du Toit on Dec 3, 2015
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     | 10,359 views

    When is being good not good enough? How would you define being Good? (Not being as bad as the person next to you?)

    Listen: http://www.wayneamydutoit.com/Wayne/is-good-good-enough/ {Desire – to change, motivating factors / consequences / benefits} I have heard people say that that are “good” people. That if there is a God and He is a God of love that He would not throw them into hell, because ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Answer Two: God’s Humble And Simple People Series

    Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Apr 9, 2015
     | 6,679 views

    Every church needs to take this message to heart because one of the most tragic characteristics of modern society is pride and self-sufficiency.

    I said last time that in Paul’s first letter to the Corinthians concerning what to do about their divided church, Paul gives 11 answers to their problem. The first answer, Paul said, was the cross. If the church would refocus on their purpose based upon the cross, the church would begin to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Mars Hill

    Contributed by Andrew Moffatt on Jul 16, 2015
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     | 8,777 views

    Mars Hill: The Acropolis vs the Areopagus, God does not live in temples made of stone but dwells in the hearts of his people. Rend your heart. An insight on how a bare rock trumps a temple.

    Mars Hill: The Acropolis vs the Areopagus In Acts 17 we get this description of part of Paul’s travels taking him to Athens. While he waited there for some of his travel companions to join him, he got on the business of preaching the Good News of the gospel of Jesus to the Athenian ...read more

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    Denomination: Salvation Army

  • John Lowe avatar

    Introduction To 1st Corinthians Chapter 1 Series

    Contributed by John Lowe on Feb 17, 2018
     | 7,791 views

    Paul had been brought up in Jewish learning; but the plain preaching of a crucified Jesus, was more powerful than all the oratory and philosophy of the heathen world. This is the sum and substance of the gospel. Christ crucified is the foundation of. . .

    JULY 15, 2012 Commentary on First Corinthians By: Tom Lowe Introduction to 1st Corinthians Chapter 1 A SALUTATION AND THANKSGIVING. 1:1-9 All Christians experience the new birth and by baptism are dedicated and devoted to Christ, and are under strict obligations to be holy. But in the true ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Archie Norman avatar

    I Corinthians Series

    Contributed by Archie Norman on Sep 3, 2015
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,586 views

    I Corinthians

    I Corinthians 1:10-31 1. Identify the division in the church - vs. 10 - 17 A. Identify the objective - v. 10 B. Identify the obstacle - v. 11 *Christians gravitate to personalities - v. 12 *Christians grapple with pride - v. 12 2. Clarify the doctrine of the cross A. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Righteous One Who Brought Life Series

    Contributed by Sylvan Finger on Aug 12, 2025
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    Theme: How does the story of Jesus’ death and resurrection “destroy the wisdom of the wise” and bring comfort to their heart and mind?

    P: "Christ is risen! C: He is risen indeed! Alleluia!" P: In the path of righteousness is life, C: and in its pathway there is no death. (Proverbs 12:28) Grace to you and peace from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ. Who here is righteous? What does righteous mean to you? If ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Paul Dayao avatar

    The Foolishness That Is Wise

    Contributed by Paul Dayao on Aug 31, 2025
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    In a world that seeks wisdom and power, we are here to explore the foolishness of the cross, which is the only true power of God for salvation.

    Introduction: A Tale of Two Wisdoms Grace and peace to you from God our Father. The world preaches its own gospel around us. It preaches self-reliance. It promotes human achievement. It is the gospel of worldly wisdom. It tells you to be smarter and stronger. It tells you to be more successful. It ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Byron Sherman avatar

    Foolish Wisdom-2(2024)

    Contributed by Byron Sherman on Nov 25, 2024
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    2 of 8. The apostle Paul related that the wisdom of the Cross-work of Christ, was seen as foolishness by those who were perishing. The wisdom of the Cross can be misinterpreted. But How can wisdom be properly interpreted? Foolish Wisdom is interpreted thru...

    FOOLISH WISDOM-II—1Corinthians 1:19-21(1:18--2:5) Attention: Fred had been sent to the big city in order to receive some training for a new position. Fred’s co-worker—Billy Bob—was charged with escorting Fred to work. While they were walking, Fred was bombarded by all the unfamiliar lights & ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist