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  • William R. Nabaza avatar

    Do This 3 Decisions

    Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Jul 19, 2013
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    To show 3-fold decisions we make every moment of our lives.

    I. EXORDIUM: Do you decide on things? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show 3-fold decisions we make every moment of our lives. IV. TEXT: 1 Thessalonians 5:21-22 (Amplified Bible) But test and prove all things [until you can recognize] what is good; [to that] hold fast. ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Mandate For Marriage

    Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on May 20, 2012
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    A defense of traditional marriage.

    “The Mandate for Marriage” Scripture Reading Hebrews 13:4 “Marriage is honourable in all, and the bed undefiled: but whoremongers and adulterers God will judge.” ********** I. The Truth about the Marriage Mandate a. It’s source – What is the truth ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • John Lowe avatar

    The Jerusalem Council [part 1] Series

    Contributed by John Lowe on Apr 9, 2022
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    The Council of Jerusalem was held in Jerusalem around AD 50. It is unique among the ancient pre-ecumenical councils, because many considered it to be the prototype and forerunner of future councils.

    The Jerusalem Council This article is about the 1st-century Council of early Christianity. Contents Details About the Council of Jerusalem Date c. 50 Accepted by most Christian denominations Next Council Ancient church councils (pre-ecumenical) and the First Council of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Keeping The Commandments

    Contributed by Larry Jacobs on May 15, 2006
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    We are not saved by keeping commandments. I have met some that say they don’t believe in keeping the 10 commandments and I ask them how are you doing with the 24 that found in the New Testament.

    Our Web Site: cbcbedford.com --------------------------------- "KEEPING THE COMMANDMENTS" 1 Thess. 5:18 1Th 5:6 Therefore let us not sleep, as do others; but let us watch and be sober. 1Th 5:7 For they that sleep sleep in the night; and they that be drunken are drunken in the night. 1Th 5:8 ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Olafenwa John Ishola avatar

    That Your Joy May Be Full

    Contributed by Olafenwa John Ishola on Jun 16, 2014
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    In a world full of various challenges and troubles, living a joyful life becomes impossible without the help of God. Only Jesus can help us live a life full of joy.

    Joy drives out all forms of bitterness that may have existed in your life in times past. It is a light that drives out the darkness of sorrow. Joy is what keeps you smiling everyday of your life, making all your days devoid of sorrow. Everyone desires to live a life full of joy, but it is evident ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

  • Mark Schaeufele avatar

    Preparing For Spiritual Success

    Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Dec 31, 2008
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    Through prayer and fasting, we demonstrate that our relationship with Jesus is the most important thing in our lives.

    Preparing For Spiritual Success Text: Isaiah 58:1-8 Introduction 1. As we begin a new year, we set goals for ourselves; things we wish to accomplish in the coming year. As a church, our goal for every coming year is to grow into a deeper relationship with our Lord. 2. One of the chief ways that ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Fulfilling God’s Purpose

    Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Feb 28, 2013
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    To accomplish God’s good purpose, we are to respect all people, love other believers, fear God, and honor those who rule over us - even when something doesn’t seem good to us. These kinds of actions may fan a spark of belief in those who observe our respo

    Opening illustration: Sometimes when I want to start a fire, the wind puts it out. But when I try to keep a fire burning, wind keeps it going. So, in the first situation, I label wind “bad” because it thwarts my plans; in the other, I label it “good” because it helps me ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • William R. Nabaza avatar

    Ascetic Living

    Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Sep 3, 2013
     | 2,617 views

    To show that we don't live our lives here on earth ascetically, but we live like CHRIST.

    I. EXORDIUM: Are you ascetic? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that we don't live our lives here on earth ascetically, but we live like CHRIST. IV. TEXT: 1 Timothy 4:3 (Amplified Bible) Who forbid people to marry and [teach them] to abstain from [certain kinds of] ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • ZIVANAI DIMASI avatar

    The Church And The World

    Contributed by Zivanai Dimasi on Apr 12, 2002
    based on 11 ratings
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    The church and the world are distinctly separate institutions with aims, tastes and attachments essentially different.

    It is my pleasure to stand before you sharing the word of God. It is a living word, a word, which gives life, a word that gives understanding, a word which knowledge, a word which gives anything good, which you can think of. "It is written, Man shall not live by bread alone, but by every word that ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Fighting Sin Series

    Contributed by John Odom on Aug 31, 2004
    based on 18 ratings
     | 5,882 views

    Three steps God tells us to take in order to fight against sin.

    Opening: Out of all the things that are certain one of them is your sins will find you out’. ILL: This young couple was about to get married…. A. Sin will make you do some crazy things, Amen? 1. And we are all infected with it so we have all done some crazy things in our lives. 2. Now granted, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    How To Keep From Sinning

    Contributed by Mike Turner on Sep 14, 2003
    based on 40 ratings
     | 3,886 views

    John shares with us the promise of forgiveness....but also shares the desire that "we sin not".

    How To Keep From Sinning 1 John 2:1-2 “If” does not give us permission.....it literally means “provided” or on the condition that we sin.....we have an advocate with the Father, Jesus Christ the righteous ! John rebuked those who claimed they had no sin.....and offered the promise of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Contend For " The Faith "

    Contributed by Scott Epperson on Jul 1, 2007
    based on 19 ratings
     | 8,766 views

    WE AS CHRISTIANS MUST UNDERSTAND THAT WE ARE NOT ONLY CALLED TO CHRISTIANITY BUT TO CONTEND FOR IT AS WELL. WE MUST NEVER BE SILENT BUT SURE AND WILLING.

    CONTEND FOR THE “THE FAITH” Rev. Scott Epperson 4/29/07 (Jud 1:1) Jude, the servant of Jesus Christ, and brother of James, to them that are sanctified by God the Father, and preserved in Jesus Christ, and called. (Jud 1:2) Mercy unto you, and peace, and love, be multiplied. (Jud 1:3) Beloved, ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • John Harvey avatar

    Understanding God's Will

    Contributed by John Harvey on Jun 10, 2004
    based on 24 ratings
     | 3,714 views

    Understand God’s will for your life by living by the greatest commands to love God and love your neighbor

    Understanding God’s Will June 13,2004 Intro: Today we are going to talk about the most asked question of believers: “How do I know God’s will?” We want to seek God’s will in all types of areas of life, but we often forget that God’s will is wrapped up in our entire lives, not just the major ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • David Taylor avatar

    War And Witness And/For God's Glory Series

    Contributed by David Taylor on Feb 6, 2014
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    Living on Mission in a Foreign Land War and Witness and/For God's Glory

    Living on Mission in a Foreign Land War and Witness and/For God's Glory 1 Peter 2:9-12 David Taylor We finished our first mini series in 1 Peter, “Foreigners in a Foreign Land.” Today we start our second mini series, “Living on Mission in a Foreign Land,” 2.11-4.11. ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    War And Witness For God's Glory Series

    Contributed by David Taylor on Feb 6, 2014
     | 3,066 views

    Living on Mission in a Foreign Land War and Witness For God's Glory

    Living on Mission in a Foreign Land War and Witness For God's Glory 1 Peter 2:9-12 David Taylor We are in our second week of our new Series, “Living on Mission in a Foreign Land,” based upon 1 Peter 2.11-4.11. Today we finish looking at “War and Witness for God's ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational