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  • Richard Roberts avatar

    Prepare To Be Blessed!

    Contributed by Richard Roberts on May 25, 2005
    based on 29 ratings
     | 8,341 views

    Don’t wait for the Blessing Prepare for it!!

    TEXT Deuteronomy 28 3. Blessed shalt thou be in the city, and blessed shalt thou be in the field . 4. Blessed shall be the fruit of thy body, and the fruit of thy ground, and the fruit of thy cattle, the increase of thy kine, and the flocks of thy sheep. 5. Blessed shall be thy basket and thy ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Rejoicing

    Contributed by Lou Nicholes on May 25, 2005
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,765 views

    In this passage Paul resumed the story that he left in 2:13, where he said he went to Macedonia to look for Titus. Though Paul still had many problems and hardships to face, he found comfort and joy in the ministry God had given to him.

    THOUGHTS ABOUT THE PASSAGE: Oliver Wendell Holmes, Jr., was a member of the U.S. Supreme Court for 30 years. His mind, wit and work earned him the unofficial title of “the greatest justice since John Marshall.” At one point in his life, Justice Holmes explained his choice of a career by saying: ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Boasting

    Contributed by Lou Nicholes on May 25, 2005
    based on 8 ratings
     | 3,588 views

    What Paul is about to do in this passage is contrary to his character. He never had any problem boasting about Christ and telling of His sufferings, but he was always hesitant to speak of his own painful experience as a servant of the Lord. However, bec

    THOUGHTS ABOUT THE PASSAGE: A sightseeing bus was making the rounds through Washington, D. C., and the driver was pointing out spots of interest. As they passed the Pentagon building, he mentioned that it cost taxpayers millions of dollars and that it took a year and a half to build. A little ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Unfaithful

    Contributed by Lou Nicholes on May 27, 2005
    based on 11 ratings
     | 3,891 views

    "The word of the Lord that came" indicates that this prophecy is not Hosea’s (v. l). It is a prophecy that originated with God Himself. In dealing with the words of this prophecy a person is not dealing with the words of man, but rather with the very word

    THOUGHTS ABOUT THE PASSAGE: A large majority of men--married and single--say they wouldn’t have an affair, even if they were certain their loved one would never find out, says a Gallup poll commissioned by Self magazine, in the June (1992) issue. Of 500 men surveyed, 67% of married men and 60% of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Naveen Balakrishnan avatar

    The Alpha And Omega Of Temptations

    Contributed by Naveen Balakrishnan on May 31, 2005
    based on 14 ratings
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    This passage of scripture deals with the birth, fruition and the conclusion of temptations.

    “THE ALPHA AND OMEGA OF TEMPTATIONS” JAMES 1:13-15 1. Temptations do not COME from God. (v. 13) Genesis 3:12; 18:25; Isaiah 63:17; Habakkuk 2:12-13; James 1:2, 12; Exodus 8:32; 1 Chronicles 21:1; 2 Chronicles 32:31; Job 8:3; 34:10; 36:23; 37:23; Psalm 92:15; 101:3; Proverbs 12:26; Matthew ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Naveen Balakrishnan avatar

    The Heavenly Father – A Dad's Foremost Example

    Contributed by Naveen Balakrishnan on May 31, 2005
    based on 19 ratings
     | 3,625 views

    The gracious revelation of our God who sets for us the example of how to be a godly father.

    “THE HEAVENLY FATHER – A DAD’S FOREMOST EXAMPLE” MATTHEW 3:17 1. He is a Father who is not ASHAMED of His Son. (v. 17a) And lo, a voice from heaven, saying, This is My Son Psalm 2:7; Mark 1:1, 11; 2 Samuel 7:14; Psalm 89:3; Matthew 21:37; Mark 12:6; Luke 20:13; John 1:29-34; 5:26; Romans 1:3; ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Power Of Rejoicing

    Contributed by Bishop(Dr) Sola Adetunji on Jun 13, 2005
    based on 44 ratings
     | 12,726 views

    A classical look at the potency of rejoicing highlighting seven Facts that must never be forgotten.

    THE POWER OF REJOICING [Phil.4:4] To rejoice means to exhibit joy, to show forth your happiness it is not a hidden thing. If it is in the heart, it will show forth on the face. (Neh. 2:2) Sorrow of the heart manifest as sadness on the face. In like ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Day Is Coming, Will You Be Ready? Series

    Contributed by Mark Lennon on May 31, 2003
    based on 20 ratings
     | 9,423 views

    Sermon Series on Malachi #10 “behold the day is coming” coming in the Greek is an active participle means it is in action. The real question we must ask is will you be ready

    Sermon Series on Malachi #10 The Day is Coming, Will You Be Ready? Malachi 4:1-3 Introduction: “behold the day is coming” coming in the Greek is an active participle means it is in action. Wording that we use today to say this is “I am on my way” that means we are in the action of getting there. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Paul's Crown In Them - Part 12 Of 13 Series

    Contributed by Naveen Balakrishnan on Jun 10, 2003
    based on 9 ratings
     | 3,357 views

    Paul makes it clear his aspiration (desire) to be with the Thessalonians and how his advances were being thwarted by Satan in 1 Thessalonians 2:18.

    "Service and the Second Coming" - Part 12 of 13 1 Thessalonians 2:1-20 “Paul’s Crown In Them – Part b” 1 Thessalonians 2:18 I. Paul’s COURAGE before them. (vv. 1-4). II. Paul’s COMMITMENT to them. (vv. 5-6) III. Paul’s CARE for the Thessalonians. (vv. 7-9) IV. Paul’s CONDUCT among them. (vv. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Paul's Crown In Them - Part 13 Of 13 Series

    Contributed by Naveen Balakrishnan on Jun 10, 2003
    based on 18 ratings
     | 4,990 views

    Paul finally closes out chapter 2 with great anticipation to being with them soon in 1 Thessalonians 2:19-20.

    "Service and the Second Coming" - Part 13 of 13 “Paul’s Crown In Them – Part c” 1 Thessalonians 2:19-20 I. Paul’s COURAGE before them. (vv. 1-4). II. Paul’s COMMITMENT to them. (vv. 5-6) III. Paul’s CARE for the Thessalonians. (vv. 7-9) IV. Paul’s CONDUCT among them. (vv. 10-12) V. Paul’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Rodney Johnson Sr., avatar

    The Qualities Of A Real Daddy

    Contributed by Rodney Johnson Sr., on Jun 14, 2003
    based on 106 ratings
     | 5,291 views

    The bible records a man named Jarius who displayed the qualities that every real daddy should exhibit.

    Introduction: In our text, a man name Jarius pleaded with Jesus on behalf of his daughter. Jarius was a man of position in the Jewish Synagogue. He did not allow his rank or position to supercede his love for his daughter or his need of Jesus. A man of high rank pleads publicly for his daughter. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Rob Clifton avatar

    Instructions For The Home

    Contributed by Rob Clifton on May 23, 2001
    based on 110 ratings
     | 3,885 views

    This is a sermon written to preach in a wedding. It lists the responsibilities of each marriage partner.

    Introduction: 1. I remember when my dad bought his first VCR. 2. He didn’t know anything about how it worked, but he spent hours reading the instruction manual, learning every detail of how to use it properly. 3. Wouldn’t it be great if other things in life came with directions, like: ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Errol Joseph avatar

    The God Of Destiny

    Contributed by Errol Joseph on Jun 14, 2001
    based on 65 ratings
     | 6,238 views

    Explores God’s perspective on the launching of a new church.

    DATE: June 14, 1998 TEXT: Acts 17:24-31 THEME: "The God of Destiny" INTRODUCTION Background - Paul at Athens. BODY I. WHAT IS DESTINY A. Destine - to determine beforehand. B. Predestine - to limit or mark out beforehand; to design definitely beforehand. C. To be like Christ (v. 10-11) ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Gordan Runyan avatar

    The 2nd Most Misunderstood Word (Peace)

    Contributed by Gordan Runyan on Feb 12, 2002
    based on 54 ratings
     | 4,276 views

    This old priestly benediction gives a definition of "peace" that puts our typical version of that concept to shame.

    THE 2ND MOST MISUNDERSTOOD WORD IN THE ENGLISH LANGUAGE: PEACE! Numbers 6:22-27 (First most misunderstood word is “Love”: proof—listen to what the radio says about love and then read I Cor 13. Big, big difference.) What the culture thinks peace is: 1. cessation of war 2. no present crisis ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Paul Fritz avatar

    Biblical Teaching On Healing

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Feb 15, 2002
    based on 44 ratings
     | 3,836 views

    Biblical Teaching on Healing

    Scripture Reading Luke 15:7, Psalm 46:1, Psalm 40:5, Isaiah 49:15-16 21 VERSES ON HEALING 1. Exodus 15:26 - Obey God’s Word and be healed. 2. Exodus 23:25 - Serve the Lord and healing will be yours 3. Deuteronomy 7:15 - God takes all sickness away from you 4. ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational