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  • John Lowe avatar

    Herod Puts Peter’s Guards To Death Series

    Contributed by John Lowe on Apr 17, 2017
     | 6,126 views

    The angel must have come and released him during the fourth watch (three to six A.M.), otherwise Peter’s escape would have been discovered by his keepers at the time of the changing of the guard.

    June 27, 2014 By: Tom Lowe Title: Herod Puts Peter’s Guards to Death (12:18-21) Scripture (Acts 12:18-21; KJV) 18 Now as soon as it was day, there was no ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    4. Gideon: Man Of Courage Series

    Contributed by Lanny Carpenter on Sep 5, 2021
     | 4,532 views

    4th in the series Unlikely Heroes. Portrays Gideon's great heroic attribute of courage.

    INTRODUCTION During one of Napoleon’s battles, segments of his battle line were falling back in disorder and defeat. “Beat a retreat!” shouted Napoleon to a drummer boy. Saluting smartly, the heroic drummer boy said, “Sir, you never taught me to beat a retreat. I can only beat a charge!” The lad’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    The 7 Step Cycle Of The Body Of Christ's Growth In Acts

    Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Sep 10, 2021
     | 1,581 views

    The mysterious Holy Spirit, the third person of the Trinity. After Jesus rose from the dead, and spent time with his disciples and others in the city, he told them that though he was leaving, he would send the Holy Spirit to lead them and guide them in their mission.

    After his suffering, he presented himself to them and gave many convincing proofs that he was alive. He appeared to them over a period of forty days and spoke about the kingdom of God. 4 On one occasion, while he was eating with them, he gave them this command: “Do not leave Jerusalem, but wait for ...read more

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    Denomination: Salvation Army

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    Name Of God Series

    Contributed by Andrew Dixon on Sep 25, 2021
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     | 3,716 views

    Some reason that if the death of Jesus is the atonement for the sins of the whole world, why is everyone’s sins still not forgiven? The Lord Jesus has completed all that needs to be done for our salvation, however, it is up to each one of us to accept this free gift of salvation.

    We read in Psalm 91:14,“Because he holds fast to me in love, I will deliver him; I will protect him, because he knows my name.” (ESV) As we continue this series of studies on Psalm 91, from verse 14 on wards are the words of assurance from God Himself. To those who have known that mighty name of ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    The Gift Is Better Than The Wages

    Contributed by Roger Hasselquist on Oct 3, 2021
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    Thankfully, Romans 6:23 does not end with the words the wages of sin is death. It continues with the promise we all need, saying that yes, death is the punishment for sin, “but the gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord.”

    Alba 10-3-2021 THE GIFT IS BETTER THAN THE WAGES Romans 6:23 Sin. There is that word again. It dogs us, it tempts us, and it uses us and tears us down. It is like a virus that doesn't go away. Sin is the virus that has infected the whole human race – there is no human cure for it and there ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    John The Baptist Series

    Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Dec 4, 2020
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     | 9,795 views

    A look at various characters in the Christmas story. This week we look at John the Baptist

    John the Baptist December 5, 2020 Have you ever received a Christmas card or bought cards and the picture on the front is magnificent? Maybe it’s a picture of the Shepherds and the angels; or it’s the wise men; maybe it’s Mary, Jesus and Joseph; or a simple star piercing the darkness over the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Howard Strickland avatar

    Choose To Conquer.

    Contributed by Howard Strickland on May 24, 2020
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    Conquering is a choice. It’s a big choice, it’s a choice with bumps in the road. Paul commanded Timothy to endure hardness as a good solider.

    Choose To Conquer. Romans 8:35,37 Conquering is a choice. It’s a big choice, it’s a choice with bumps in the road. Paul commanded Timothy to endure hardness as a good solider. Listen fully to Paul’s plea to Timothy—2 Timothy 2:3-5NKJV You therefore must endure hardship as a good soldier of Jesus ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    What Is Sin?

    Contributed by I. Grant Spong on May 30, 2020
     | 3,149 views

    What is sin? How did sin originate? Did we inherit sin? What happens when Christians sin? Does God have a solution to sin?

    What is sin? How did sin originate? Did we inherit sin? What happens when Christians sin? Does God have a solution to sin? This Strange Word Sin is a strange word to our modern ears. To some people it comes across as very judgmental or even archaic. But that is not the case at all when we ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Going The Distance (On What Matters)

    Contributed by Joshua Blackmon on Feb 3, 2021
     | 4,093 views

    This sermon is about running the Christian race.

    Going the Distance (on what matters) Opening Illustration: "He didn't win a medal. In fact, he came nowhere near. But, in defeat and in pain, he came to represent something much more profound and enduring than many sportsmen achieve in illustrious careers. Akhwari was never likely to win ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    We Have It On Good Authority

    Contributed by Monty Newton on Feb 15, 2021
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,035 views

    We must come to grips with the authority of Christ and live accordingly.

    Title: We have it on good authority! Text: Mark 1:21-28 Thesis: We must come to grips with the authority of Christ and live accordingly. Introduction Babe Ruth was the great home run hitter for the New York Yankees baseball team. During one particular at-bat, the umpire, called Ruth out on ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Prayer Doesn't Fix Everything, But It Changes Everything

    Contributed by Wayne Lawson on Feb 23, 2021
    based on 4 ratings
     | 33,675 views

    Because of God's perfect wisdom, I trust Him to determine what is best for me, along with His perfect timing. Sometimes the mere timing of the answer is a miracle in itself to show that it truly came from God and not something of our own Power or Volition

    TITLE: PRAYER DOESN’T FIX EVERYTHING, BUT IT CHANGES EVERYTHING SCRIPTURE: JAMES 5:16 This is our Third and final installment of this series on Prayer. In today’s modern world sometimes it is hard for us to realize the Power of Prayer. After all, man has accomplished so much that often we ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Happy Dance

    Contributed by Charlie Roberts on Aug 16, 2020
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     | 4,455 views

    If your relationship with Jesus doesn’t put a spring in your step and cause you to do a happy dance once in awhile, maybe you’ve hit a spiritual funk? Maybe it’s time to re-evaluate your realization of how much Jesus loves you and exactly what you should be expecting from your relationship with God?

    Psalms 3:1-8 Lord, how they have increased who trouble me! Many are they who rise up against me. 2 Many are they who say of me, “There is no help for him in God.” Selah 3 But You, O Lord, are a shield [a]for me, My glory and the One who lifts up my head. 4 I cried to the Lord with my ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Keeping The Faith Series

    Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Feb 14, 2020
     | 6,909 views

    We are called to keep the faith until the end!

    Keeping the Faith Hebrews 3:12-19 We need to focus on keeping the faith. We cannot allow ourselves to be lulled to sleep. SLIDE #1 Introduction • It is so good to be with my church family today! AMEN! • Last week we examined how Jesus is superior to all and how we have to be able to trust and ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Heavenly Census Register!!!

    Contributed by Suresh Manoharan on Feb 16, 2020
     | 3,380 views

    At a time the Census taking exercise is due in US and Canada in the years 2020 and 2021 respectively (data obtained would be "registered" in a "Register"), Yours Truly is inspired to share his thoughts on the Heavenly Census Register!!!

    THE HEAVENLY CENSUS REGISTER!!! Now there may not be a Country in the World today which doesn’t take a Census of it’s population. For instance the Government exercise towards the population count in US and in Canada is due in 2020 and ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    Untroubled: Peace In The Midst Of Chaos

    Contributed by Bright Adeyeye on Apr 13, 2020
    based on 4 ratings
     | 20,631 views

    God's plan is for us to experience His perfect peace everyday regardless of the circumstances.

    UNTROUBLED: PEACE IN THE MIDST OF CHAOS "2 The earth was without form, and void; and darkness was on the face of the deep. And the Spirit of God was hovering over the face of the waters. 3 Then God said, “Let there be light”; and there was light." Genesis 1:2-3. The earth was an empty ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational