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  • Tom Shepard avatar

    First Timothy Chapter Six Series

    Contributed by Tom Shepard on Sep 2, 2021
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     | 4,744 views

    What you will find here is a verse by verse study of the sixth chapter of 1st Timothy.

    (What you will find here are my notes from a Bible Study on 1Timothy. I hope they will prove helpful. The text that I am using in the New American Standard Bible. Here are other Bible translations that were used: KJV – King James Version. AMP – Amplified Bible. MSG – Message Bible. BBE – ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Blessed Be The Lord Series

    Contributed by Victor Yap on Jan 2, 2025
     | 726 views

    Ephesians 1

    BLESSED BE THE LORD (EPHESIANS 1) If you have seen Fiddler on the Roof, you may remember that the rabbi of the tiny Jewish community in Russia was asked by a student concerning a blessing for the Tzar of Russia. With the song “Tradition” playing in the background, the student came up to the beloved ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Living A Life Attuned To God's Voice Series

    Contributed by Apostle Dr. Belinda V. Broadnax on Oct 24, 2024
     | 1,240 views

    This closing sermon emphasizes the importance of continuing to cultivate a life attuned to hearing and following God’s voice. It calls the congregation to embrace the journey of listening, trusting, and obeying God’s direction daily.

    We’ve spent weeks exploring what it means to hear God’s voice. We’ve discussed how tuning out the noise of the world, recognizing the Shepherd’s call, trusting His guidance, discerning between voices, obeying His commands, and walking in divine purpose are all key elements of hearing and following ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    The First Step To Keeping In Step Series

    Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Dec 31, 2025
     | 284 views

    What does it mean to “walk in the Spirit”? We must let go of our natural desire to “take over” and instead submit to God’s work in our hearts

    OPENING SLIDE INTRODUCTION • When you hear a Christian talking about walking in the Spirit, have you ever wondered what they mean? • Sometimes when you examine their life, do you think they even know what that phrase means? 🤣 • Today we begin a four-week series looking at what Galatians 5 ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Triumph PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 15, 2024
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     | 1,167 views

    Explores how faith in Christ provides strength, hope, and holiness to overcome life's challenges and hardships.

    Good morning, beloved friends. I am thrilled to be standing before you today, not because I am worthy, but because the grace of God makes me so. His grace is sufficient, isn’t it? We are here together, not by coincidence, but by divine appointment. We gather, not as strangers, but as brothers and ...read more

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    Elisha PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 3, 2024
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     | 1,062 views

    This sermon explores the life of Elisha, emphasizing the importance of courage, obedience, and servanthood in living a life that glorifies God.

    Good morning, dear friends. I trust you've been washed in the grace of our Lord this week and are ready to gather around the table of His Word. We're here to unwrap the gift of God's message to us, to let it nourish our souls and fortify our spirits. There's a unique warmth that comes from sharing ...read more

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    The Message

    Contributed by Rick Stacy on Mar 8, 2002
    based on 18 ratings
     | 6,598 views

    Christmas 2001

    12/9/01 - The Message Jesus is the message from God Text: John 1:1-14: He is the hope of humankind and the answer to our hunger for reason and purpose. The message in times past was the law through patriarch’s and prophets. They only convinced us that we need more. Jesus is the message for ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Apprentice's Toolbox Series

    Contributed by Christopher Hill on Dec 30, 2003
    based on 25 ratings
     | 4,933 views

    We must look to Jesus as our example of how to use the tools he has already given us in relationships. Love, purpose, and humility are the tools.

    Last week we looked at how we must all get along with each other and work with each other in order to build a strong church. This week I will continue my series on building the church with a look at exactly how we must work together. While Jesus was the foundation and cornerstone in the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    How To Be A Happy Christian

    Contributed by Bruce Allen on Sep 13, 2003
    based on 45 ratings
     | 10,342 views

    How are you expressing yourself to a lost world? Christians ought to be the happiest people around. Our text looks at how to be a happy Christian.

    How to be a Happy Christian 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 Rejoice always; pray without ceasing; in everything give thanks; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus. INTRODUCTION Who here today wishes to be happy? – (Just raise your hands.) “Several years ago the #1 song on the pop charts was ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Bad To The Bone Series

    Contributed by Davon Huss on Mar 12, 2002
    based on 14 ratings
     | 4,711 views

    A sermon on Romans 3:10-26 (Adapted from Croft Pentz and D. Stuart Briscoe)

    Sermon for March 10, 2002 Romans 3:10-26 The 3:16’s of the Bible Introduction: World Trade Center Bombings and the unifying effect. The togetherness is disappearing gradually, and human race is getting back to the business of fragmentation. President Bush is doing a good job of keeping people ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Biblical Manhood 2 Series

    Contributed by Billy Ricks on Jul 8, 2011
    based on 7 ratings
     | 6,725 views

    Second sermon given at Moment of truth to communicate the three fold responsibiltiy we have a men. We are called to reflect the Divine nature as Prophet, Priest, Provider/Protector. We can only fulfill these by having a dynamic union with God in Christ.

    Intro: We have an at least three fold responsibility if we are to be biblical men of God. 1 Corinthians 13.11 When I was a child I thought, spoke, and reasoned like a child. When I became a man I put those things aside. If we are to be men then we must look to the standard for men. In the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Making A Difference

    Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Feb 3, 2021
     | 2,131 views

    We may be the only "Jesus" some people will ever know.

    Making A Difference Mark 1: 29 - 39 Intro: In December of 1975 I assumed my duties as the Pastor of Memorial Presbyterian Church in South Bend, IN. There were Bibles placed in every pew. I opened one to see what version it was and in huge, red letters these words were stamped inside the front ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Lesson 4: Faith That Makes You Fight

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Apr 11, 2003
    based on 24 ratings
     | 1,077 views

    Abraham’s Journey of Faith

    A. INTRODUCTION: GENESIS 19:1-24 1. Huge Opposition. "Four kings fought against five kings" (Gen. 14:9 ELT). The four kings from the Chaldees represented the largest known civilization. 2. Former Masters. The kings of the Jordan River Valley had formerly been in servitude. "Twelve years they ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Sermon On The Mount Lesson 8

    Contributed by Bill Prater on Jan 1, 2001
    based on 101 ratings
     | 7,822 views

    Lesson 8

    With His statement "Blessed are the peacemakers" the Lord surely must have shocked those around Him. How could the Jews ever hope to overthrow the Roman government and restore themselves to a place of prominence if they were going to be a bunch of "peacemakers?" The Romans were not going to just ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Will Of God: Thankfulness

    Contributed by William Noel on Jun 5, 2004
    based on 77 ratings
     | 12,053 views

    Giving thanks, in every situation, is always in the will of God for His children

    “The Will of God” ‘Thankfulness’ I Thes. 5: 18 Introduction · Alex Haley, the author of "Roots," had an unusual picture hanging on his office wall. It was a picture of a turtle on top of a fence post. When asked, "Why is that there?" Alex Haley answered, "Every time I write something ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist