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  • Shawn Drake avatar

    A Model Of Christian Hope Series

    Contributed by Shawn Drake on Sep 1, 2019
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     | 6,658 views

    This is the 7th sermon in the 1 Thessalonians series, "Encouragement". What is the Christian's hope?

    Series: Encouragement [#7] A MODEL OF CHRISTIAN HOPE 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18 Introduction: A desperate need, (the need for hope) exists among Christians. I know, because it is true in my life. Christians need to remind themselves constantly that God is on the throne, in control, and moving ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Have You Made That Good Decision

    Contributed by Pastor Randall Timblin on Sep 14, 2019
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    Does anyone really know what time it is? We, should make that into a song…oh that’s right, it already is a song [Chicago the band, 1969]. Does anyone really know the TRUTH? What is the TRUTH?

    A guy some 2000+ years ago asked another man, what is the TRUTH? Do you know who these two men were? Yes, it was Pontius Pilate and Jesus Christ, God as a man. Pontius had no idea who he was dealing with…well at first anyway. I believe he eventually figured it out and was sorry for his ...read more

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    An Exhortation Of Expectation Series

    Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Dec 16, 2020
     | 3,966 views

    Having shared his heart and burden for the church, Paul now shifts his focus to the lives expected of believers. They were no longer their own, and were expected to live in a way that honored and glorified the Lord.

    An Exhortation of Expectation 1 Thessalonians 4: 1-8 In the previous chapter Paul devoted a substantial portion of this letter revealing his heart and desire for ministry. In case there was any doubt, Paul assured them of his love and devotion for the Lord and His church. He presented a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Fear Of God - The Missing Foundation In Modern Christianity Series

    Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Dec 17, 2020
     | 3,918 views

    In this day of "fluff and icing", "feel good", "me-centered" beliefs, sermons, and teachings, the church in this present age has, for all practical purposes, abandoned the call for holiness and separation from the world.

    We who call ourselves followers of Jesus Christ in these last days have, for all practical purposes, allowed the world to tell us what to think and say when it comes to the authority of the Scriptures, the person and work of Jesus, God's nature, and the coming judgment upon this wicked and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Freddy Fritz avatar

    Christ's Appearance Series

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Dec 18, 2020
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,853 views

    In this lesson, we learn about Christ's appearance for his first and second advents.

    Scripture Today is the Fourth Sunday of Advent in 2020. “Advent” (from the Latin adventus) means “coming,” and it refers to the season immediately before Christmas. The “first advent” looks back to Christ’s first coming. The “second advent” looks forward to Christ’s second coming. We live ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Richard Tow avatar

    Will Christians Go Through The Tribulation Period? (Iii) Series

    Contributed by Richard Tow on Dec 28, 2020
     | 4,781 views

    Message analyzes strengths and weakness of the Partial Rapture Position. Exhortations to be prepared for Christ's coming are in focus.

    Introduction We are in a study of biblical prophecy. In this study we are seeking an answer to one question: Will Christians go through the tribulation period? We have laid three essential foundational concepts in the previous two messages. The diversity on the way Christians understand biblical ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    Shoe-Leather Faith Series

    Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Dec 30, 2020
     | 3,707 views

    Paul continues to deal with the lives we are to live as believers, particularly living out our faith. John MacArthur summarized this passage as possessing shoe-leather faith. Our faith can't be hidden away or only revealed on special occasions, it needs to displayed every day we live.

    Shoe-Leather Faith 1 Thessalonians 4: 9-12 The opening verses of this chapter dealt with the lives of believers and their responsibility to maintain godly character and integrity before the world. Paul left them a stirring exhortation in Vv. 1-8. These verses are a continuation of that ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Reality Of The Rapture Series

    Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Jan 6, 2021
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     | 6,762 views

    Many in Paul's day feared those believers who died prior to Christ's return for the church would be forsaken and left within the grave. The apostle offered words of comfort and assurance regarding all the saved and their hope for the future.

    The Reality of the Rapture 1 Thessalonians 4: 13-18 Today, we have come to the most recognized passage in 1st Thessalonians, and one of the most familiar passages in all of Scripture. It is a passage that is often read at funerals because of the comfort it affords to the families who have lost ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Richard Tow avatar

    Funeral For Elderly Godly Woman

    Contributed by Richard Tow on Jan 6, 2021
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     | 90,849 views

    Funeral service for godly woman who provided by her example godly legacy for children, grandchildren, nieces, nephews, etc.

    OPENING: In behalf of the family, we want to thank everyone who is here whether at this location or on the Internet. Your presence is honoring to Mary and is a comfort and strength to the family. In Psalm 116:15 we find this comforting statement: “Precious in the sight of the Lord Is the ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    Funeral For Christian Woman Who Died In Her Early Seventies

    Contributed by Richard Tow on Jan 21, 2021
     | 6,259 views

    This funeral was for Christian lady who served in the church but had serious healthy problems in latter years of her life.

    Opening and eulogies by family members prior to this message. MESSAGE: I had the privilege of pastoring Katie and her family for fourteen years between 1991 and 2005. When I came to _________ Church, Katie was there waiting for me, and when I left she was still here supporting the work of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    Informed Grief Series

    Contributed by Allan Quak on Oct 18, 2019
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,323 views

    Paul deals with the pastoral situation of the Thessalonians who are grieving without hope. His response is not to focus on end-times theology, but to fill in the missing gap of knowledge with the hope that is in Christ.

    You can listen to the full message here:- http://nec.org.au/strong-and-ready/ Message 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18 Informed Grief Let’s open our Bible to our text and read. 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18 This is the verse in this section which quickly gets all the attention. After that, we who are still ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Luther Sexton avatar

    Rapture?

    Contributed by Luther Sexton on Oct 24, 2019
     | 8,950 views

    No one knew when the “Rapture” would come!!! However, the multitudes which were taken were ready. They had repented of their sins and placed 100% of their trust in Jesus Christ as personal Savior. Their sudden removal has caused the mysterious world crisis, confusion and panic.

    INTRODUCTION: No one knew when the “Rapture” would come!!! However, the multitudes which were taken were ready. They had repented of their sins and placed 100% of their trust in Jesus Christ as personal Savior. Their sudden removal has caused the mysterious world crisis, confusion and panic, ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Scott Bayles avatar

    Marks Of A Mighty Church (Part 3) Series

    Contributed by Scott Bayles on Nov 8, 2019
     | 4,525 views

    Paul's letter to the Thessalonians shows that a mighty church adoids lust, adopts love, and applauds labor.

    Marks of A Mighty Church (Part 3) Scott Bayles, pastor Blooming Grove Christian Church: 8/23/2015 A pilot was flying over the South Pacific when he noticed smoke coming from one of the many deserted islands below. The pilot flew closer and, sure enough, there was a man there with a great huge ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    Marks Of A Mighty Church (Part 4) Series

    Contributed by Scott Bayles on Nov 8, 2019
     | 4,241 views

    A mighty church, according to Paul's letter to the Thessalonians, eagerly awaits the return of Christ, the resurrection of beleivers, the reunions of belivers, and th rewards of heaven.

    Marks of a Mighty Church (Part 4) Scott Bayles, pastor Blooming Grove Christian Church: 9/6/2015 A novice preacher auditioned at a small country church. He was a little nervous, and about ten minutes into his sermon his mind went blank. But he recalled what his homiletics professor taught him to ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

  • Dennis Lee avatar

    The Value Of Purity

    Contributed by Dennis Lee on Nov 10, 2019
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,076 views

    This is a part of a sermon series entitled Building Lasting Values, and looks at those values that we need to build God's Temple within us. Today's sermon is about the value of purity, or how to live a pure life in an impure world.

    Building Lasting Values “The Value of Purity” Audio: https://mega.nz/#!rVcAUaxT!fs_ktd_U1JekrWx1FPzv8Iboj7Vh6vosxkLUMmzVxLE Today in our series on building values that will last, I want to talk about staying pure in an impure world. As Americans we care a lot about the purity in some areas, but ...read more

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    Denomination: Foursquare