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  • Mark Schaeufele avatar

    Identifying The Spirits Series

    Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Mar 27, 2019
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    We need to discern whether something is from an evil spirit or the Holy Spirit.

    IDENTIFYING SPIRITS Text: 1 John 4:1-6 Introduction 1. Discernment in Scripture is the skill that enables us to differentiate. It is the ability to see issues clearly. We desperately need to cultivate this spiritual skill that will enable us to know right from wrong. We must be prepared to ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Sunshine Prophets

    Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Dec 15, 2021
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     | 3,326 views

    Be sure that the prophecy you received will stand in the midst of a dark storm.

    Today, more than ever, people are attending conferences and meetings seeking a word from God or a prophecy about their future. What they find are people willing to tell them something good. More often than not, it will be even better than good. It will be ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Gray Area Series

    Contributed by Shawn Drake on May 5, 2024
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    This is the 9th Sermon in the Series "Be Genuine" from 1 John.

    Series: Be Genuine [#9] GRAY AREA 1 John 4:1-6 Introduction: There are some things in life that are absolutes; and we say that those things are “black and white”. While there are other situations that aren’t so clear; we say that those things are gray area. The ironic thing about this word is ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Biblical Discernment – Part 1

    Contributed by Chuck Brooks on Sep 21, 2020
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    John wrote this letter to refute the teaching of gnosticism that had found its way into the church.

    In Ezekiel chapter eight the prophet Ezekiel says he was sitting in his home and Judah's leaders were sitting in front of him. He says at that time, “The power of the Almighty LORD came over me” and he saw a vision of something that looked like a human but whose body looked like fire and ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Howard Strickland avatar

    The Spirit Of Anti-Christ Revealed.

    Contributed by Howard Strickland on Nov 21, 2021
     | 1,508 views

    Rebellion is always corrected by the law. When the law finds you guilty, you become sentenced, or in-prisoned. However, Hear this, Repenting always leads to Mercy, refreshing, and spiritual cleansing.

    The Spirit Of Anti-Christ Revealed. 1 John 4:1-6NASB In his book The Gospel According to Starbucks, Leonard Sweet tells the story of Ed Faubert. Faubert is what you call a cupper—in layman’s terms, he’s a coffee-taster. His sensitive taste buds are actually certified by the state of New York. So ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Brian Williams avatar

    Discerning The Source Series

    Contributed by Brian Williams on Dec 17, 2023
     | 1,196 views

    John is saying there are and will be a lot of deep fakes in the world. Not everything that claims to be spiritual is genuinely spiritual. The big question is how will we be able to distinguish between what’s real and what’s fake? How do we know if something is from God or not?

    Today, we come to the 4th sermon in our Walking with Jesus series. As we read through the book of 1 John, we see that God is not only preparing us for what we need for the present but also for the future. 1 John 4:1-21 1 Beloved, do not believe every spirit, but test the spirits to see whether ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    God Wants To Help All Christians Live In Victory Series

    Contributed by Rick Crandall on Jan 7, 2024
     | 1,863 views

    Here's how... 1. God urges us to test for the truth (vs. 1). 2. God gives us good tools to test for the truth (vs. 2-3; 5-6). 3. God gives us His abundant affection (vs. 1, 4). 4. God confirms that we are conquerors (vs. 4a). 5. God stresses the strength of His Spirit in us (vs. 4b).

    God Wants to Help All Christians Live in Victory 1 John 4:1-6 Sermon by Rick Crandall Series: The First Epistle of John (Prepared January 7, 2024) MESSAGE: *The Allies winning World War II was one of the greatest military, political and moral victories of all time. Millions of people were set ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    1 John 4:1-6 Series

    Contributed by Zak Saenz on Apr 3, 2025
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    1 John 4:1-6

    1 John 4:1-6 1 Beloved, do not believe every spirit, but test the spirits to see whether they are from God, for many false prophets have gone out into the world. Before we get started with this verse I just want to remind you about two verses we read last week that I think go well with verse 1 ...read more

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    Denomination: Bible Church

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    John Son Of Thunder 2 Series

    Contributed by Michael Mccartney on May 4, 2025
     | 142 views

    The Sons of Thunder teach us the importance following Jesus. They demonstrate what it means to be a bold witness for Jesus.

    Sermon: John Sons of Thunder 2 by Pastor Michael McCartney Summary of sermon: This sermon titled "Sons of Thunder" emphasizes the significance of following Jesus, showcasing the transformation of the disciples James and John from being known as the "Sons of Thunder" to embodying ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Thunder And Love Series

    Contributed by Michael Mccartney on May 22, 2025
     | 199 views

    Exploring the life of John, one of the Sons of Thunder. Jesus renamed these two for their zeal, passion, defense and proclamation of Jesus and The Word.

    Sermon: Thunder and Love: Thesis: Exploring the life of John, one of the Sons of Thunder. Jesus renamed these two for their zeal, passion, defense and proclamation of Jesus and The Word. Mark 3:16-19: The disciples James and John named as “Sons of Thunder.” Luke 9:51-56: The Samaritan Opposition ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Who Is The Anti-Christ?

    Contributed by Roger Hasselquist on Jul 15, 2024
     | 870 views

    The apostle John, who also gave us the Book of Revelation, gives us good information about what to look for, and what to look out for, when it comes to the subject of the anti-christ.

    Alba 7-21-2024 WHO IS THE ANTI-CHRIST? I John 2:18-23 Who is the Anti-Christ? Sorry, I can't tell you. Because I do not know! That may be disappointing to some of you who expected specific information. There are others who thought they knew the answer to that question. So we were told ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Christopher Arch avatar

    "testing The Teachers"

    Contributed by Christopher Arch on Jul 20, 2024
     | 263 views

    This is from a series on I John

    Title: “Testing Teachers” Scripture: I John 4:1-6 Type: Expository Series Where: GNBC 7-21-24 Intro: The last weekend of September, Carol and I are planning on going to my high school reunion in my hometown of Marion, IN. While there I hope to see many of my old buddies. While there I am sure ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    No Fear Fellowship Series

    Contributed by Allan Quak on Jul 22, 2024
     | 808 views

    When we know the love of God in our lives, that love will remove any punishment fear that we feel between ourselves and God.

    You can listen to this sermon at https://www.npbc.org.au/podcasts/media 1 John 4:1-21 “No Fear Fellowship” When you read John’s Epistles in one sitting what you will find is a lot of repetition. Especially when John writes chapter 4. Chapter 4:1-6 is about the false prophets and the antichrists ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Roger Hasselquist avatar

    Beware, Be Wise, Be Warned

    Contributed by Roger Hasselquist on Aug 25, 2024
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    The apostle John calls us not to be gullible, not to believe whatever we hear especially in the spiritual realm, but to look for the real thing.

    Alba 8-25-2024 BEWARE, BE WISE, BE WARNED I John 4:1-3 In the late 1960s and early 1970s, our county was in a state of cultural change. At that time, Coca-Cola, a giant in the beverage world, found itself contending with increasing competition from brands such as Pepsi, Royal Crown Cola, and a ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Phillip Smith avatar

    Divisions Over Spiritual Gifts

    Contributed by Phillip Smith on Sep 11, 2024
     | 339 views

    Many divisions have occurred in Christian assemblies for centuries. Understanding or misunderstanding Spiritual Gifts given by grace to mankind from God has been the cause for divisions. Are these gifts still present today? Are they utilized properly?

    Most of the time, assemblies of persons desiring to worship Almighty God will be filled with those who had been introduced to God by attending an assembly with their parents and grand-parents. However, some may be in attendance who never knew much concerning God and spiritual things. Now they are ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ