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  • Troy Walliser avatar

    Members Only Series

    Contributed by Troy Walliser on Feb 23, 2023
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    It is the grace of God that SAVES us and SUSTAINS us as we live on mission for Him.

    Members Only Acts 15:1-35 We’re just 11 days away from the first day of school in Hamilton County! I know our students are SO excited as they can’t wait to get back to waking up early every morning, completing summer reading assignments, homework, classwork, quizzes, tests, exams. Of course what ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    ‘grace On Trial’ Series

    Contributed by Gordon Curley on Jan 30, 2022
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    ‘Grace on trial’ - Acts chapter 15 verses 1-41 - sermon by Gordon Curley (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

    SERMON OUTLINE: (1). The Problem (vs 1&5) (2). The Solution (vs 6-18) (3). The outcome (vs 19-35) (4). The spoiler (vs 36-41) SERMON BODY: Ill: • The story is told about a preacher who got up into the pulpit, • He smiled and then apologized for the plaster (Band-Aid) on his face. • He ...read more

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    Denomination: Brethren

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    Encouraging Others To Succeed

    Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Feb 17, 2022
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    This message looks at an account of how encouragement was extended to a young man who had made a mistake, and reveals that encouragement is greatly beneficial in our endeavors at expanding the Lord’s kingdom.

    In a world where people are often quick to judge and criticize, we’re all in need of some encouragement, wouldn’t you agree? I am going to be preaching about encouragement this morning. So, what is encouragement? Well, it’s defined as “the act of giving courage, or confidence of success.”(1) I ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Freddy Fritz avatar

    A Disagreement Between Church Leaders Series

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Feb 1, 2025
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    Acts 15:36-41 teaches us that disagreements in ministry, while challenging, can serve God’s greater purpose when approached with humility and a focus on the mission.

    Introduction John Adams and Thomas Jefferson's disagreement was deeply rooted in their contrasting political philosophies, visions for the United States, and even personal rivalries. Their differences played out over decades, from the American Revolution to their presidencies. John Adams, ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Rev. Samuel Arimoro avatar

    Character Study Of James – The Brother Of Jesus Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 25, 2025
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    James, the brother of Jesus, transformed from a skeptic into one of the most influential leaders of the early church.

    CHARACTER STUDY OF JAMES – THE BROTHER OF JESUS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: James 1:1 "James, a servant of God and of the Lord Jesus Christ, to the twelve tribes which are scattered abroad, greeting." Supporting Texts: Matthew 13:55, Mark 6:3, Acts 15:13-21, 1 Corinthians 15:7, ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Character Study Of Barnabas Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 26, 2025
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    Barnabas was a faithful leader, encourager, and missionary. His life teaches us the power of generosity, encouragement, and commitment to God's work.

    CHARACTER STUDY OF BARNABAS – ENCOURAGER AND COMPANION OF PAUL By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Acts 4:36-37 "Joseph, a Levite from Cyprus, whom the apostles called Barnabas (which means ‘son of encouragement’), sold a field he owned and brought the money and put it at the apostles’ ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Character Study Of Mark (John Mark) Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 26, 2025
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    John Mark's life is a powerful example of restoration, faithfulness, and the impact of second chances. Though he stumbled early in his ministry, he became a vital figure in the early church and the author of one of the four Gospels.

    CHARACTER STUDY OF MARK (JOHN MARK) – WRITER OF THE GOSPEL OF MARK By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Acts 12:12 "When this had dawned on him, he went to the house of Mary, the mother of John, also called Mark, where many people had gathered and were praying." Supporting Texts: 2 ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Don't Wish For A Change In Christ's Teaching Series

    Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on May 19, 2025
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    Marriage is a sign of the union of Christ and the Church. Don’t mess with it. You’ll be messing with your own salvation.

    Friday of the Fifth Week in Easter 2025 What does it mean to have a steadfast heart? We know from living with the Scriptures that the heart is more than the beating muscle that pumps blood through our body. Our heart of hearts is our inmost part, the action of mind and body that makes decisions ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

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    Jesus Welcomes The Goyim Series

    Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on May 21, 2025
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    The ritual and judicial commands of Torah encumber us. But we are not encumbered by the Ten Commandments--those words are for all humans

    Sixth Sunday of Easter 2025 I suppose if the church at Antioch were magically transported to the twenty-first century, Paul and Barnabas and some of the other Christian leaders might have been accused of anti-Semitism. That’s nonsense, of course, but it is true that when some Jewish Christians ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

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    Faith That Makes Us One

    Contributed by Lewis Martin on May 24, 2025
     | 364 views

    Have you ever walked into a room and immediately wondered, “Do I belong here?”

    A lot of people today walk into churches wondering: “Would I be welcome here?” “If they knew my past… my struggles… my doubts… would I still belong?” Sadly, sometimes the Church has made it harder than it should be to answer confidently, “Yes, you belong.” This isn’t a new problem. In Acts 15, the ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    The Jerusalem Council Series

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Jan 24, 2025
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     | 751 views

    Acts 15:1-35 teaches us about the Council of Jerusalem in which they had to settle a crucial doctrinal question.

    Introduction Throughout the past two millennia, countless assemblies of Christian leaders have assembled to settle doctrinal matters. The first of these assemblies is the Jerusalem Council, described in Acts 15:1-35. The book titled Got Questions states the following: “Employing the council ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Jerusalem Council Series

    Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Apr 21, 2021
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    The first Jerusalem Council met to decide on the issues raised by the early Christians. Certain problems have to be discussed, argued, and finalized with the help of the Holy Spirit. Know further by reading through this sermon.

    Acts 15:1-20 Jerusalem Council on Gentiles Conversion 15:01-05 Issues of Circumcision 15:06-12 Peter stood for Grace 15:13- 21 Ruling of James on Circumcision Acts 15:01-05 Issues of Circumcision This passage explains ceremonialism emphasized by few Jewish Christians. The descendants of Abraham ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Parable Of The Wineskins Series

    Contributed by John Bright on Apr 22, 2021
     | 3,632 views

    Working through the Gospel of Luke using consecutive expository preaching.

    “Parable of the Wine Skin” Luke 5:33-39 A sermon for 4/18/21 Pastor John Bright - Harmony & Swansonville UMC Luke 5 “33 Then they said to Him, “Why do the disciples of John fast often and make prayers, and likewise those of the Pharisees, but Yours eat and drink?” 34 And He said to them, “Can ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan avatar

    Jerusalem Council Series

    Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on May 6, 2021
     | 1,681 views

    Paul and Barnabas did not share the view of the few Jews who believed that circumcision is necessary for the converts. They advocated and argued for Salvation through grace without circumcision. Read further to know the decision and its effect.

    Acts 15:22-35 Jerusalem Council’s Decision Circulated 15:22-23 Trustworthy Convoys to Antioch 15:23-29 Four requirements from Converts 15:30-35 Ruling of James on Circulation Acts 15:22-23 Trustworthy Convoys to Antioch. The Apostles decided to communicate the decision of the Jerusalem council ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Jeffery Anselmi avatar

    Salvation By Grace Series

    Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on May 7, 2021
     | 3,309 views

    The first church proclaimed that salvation is by grace.

    Salvation by Grace Jeffery Anselmi / General Proclaim-The Gospel Has Come / Grace / Acts 15:1–21 The first church proclaimed that salvation is by grace. INTRODUCTION • When the Reformer Martin Luther nailed the Ninety-Five Theses to the church door in Wittenberg and set the world on fire, he ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ