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  • Phillip Smith avatar

    Forms Of Modern Idolatry

    Contributed by Phillip Smith on Aug 23, 2024
     | 1,188 views

    What do you define as idolatry? Should you be concerned with the idea of idolatry in modern times?

    What do you define as idolatry? Should you be concerned with the idea of idolatry in modern times? If you ask assembly goers about whether idolatry exists in modern times they may say, “Yes”! If you ask them if it is a concern for them they might say, “No, it does not affect me because I do not ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Wade Martin Hughes, Sr avatar

    Counterfeit Gods? Idolatry Thrives.

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Aug 2, 2023
     | 1,141 views

    There is a danger that we can bow down at the altars of idols and not realize the dangers involved. There is ONE TRUE GOD.

    COUNTERFEIT GODS? … SUBSTITUTE GOD’S? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com (YouTube: Wade Hughes) (This is a series of lessons.) COMFORT, EASY… I HAVE AN EASY BUTTON… There is a cry today coming from the heart of people: God is too hard and his rules are mean. Perhaps there is a ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Putting Things Before God

    Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Aug 15, 2023
     | 1,989 views

    Jesus was tempted to exalt Himself in a way that was not right. Today we're going to talk a little bit about exalting ourselves above God or putting something else before God.

    If you don't toot your own horn, who will? Have you ever heard that before? Let's face it, we really enjoy those moments when good things happen to us. We feel good when we've accomplished something. And with those good experiences, we naturally want to tell others about it. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Justin Steckbauer avatar

    The Great Pillars Of Society: Morality & Religion

    Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Mar 26, 2021
     | 1,985 views

    There is something missing from our republic. It's something obvious, something vital. It brings light to the mind and thoughts of glory into action. Yet it's missing. It's gone somewhere; but where has it gone?

    "The great pillars of all government and of social life are virtue, morality, and religion. This is the armor... and this alone, that renders us invincible." -Patrick Henry, Letter to Archibald Blair, January 8 1799 There is something missing from our republic. It's something ...read more

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    Denomination: Salvation Army

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    The Parable Of The Rich Fool: American Consumerism Vs. God-Centered Security Series

    Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Jun 5, 2022
     | 2,143 views

    From the standpoint of material wealth, Americans have difficulty realizing how rich we are.

    "From the standpoint of material wealth, Americans have difficulty realizing how rich we are. Going through a little mental exercise suggested by Robert Heilbroner can help us to count our blessings, however. Imagine doing the following, and you will see how daily life is for as many as a ...read more

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    Denomination: Salvation Army

  • Steve Shepherd avatar

    What To Do About Sin Series

    Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Sep 22, 2010
    based on 30 ratings
     | 13,559 views

    What should we do about sin and those who commit sin? Our text gives us the proper action. 1- Pray for the one who commits a sin 2- Trust God to keep you safe 3- Realize the world is under control 4- Stay away from idols

    INTRO.- ILL.- Perhaps you heard about the other version of John chapter 8 when the woman was caught in adultery. Jesus saw a crowd chasing down a woman to stone her and approached them. "What’s going on here, anyway?" he asked. "This woman was found committing adultery, and the law says we ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Trying Times - “a Time Of Peace”

    Contributed by Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid on Aug 9, 2013
    based on 3 ratings
     | 11,214 views

    Memories of God's soldiers tried in the fire of their hearts, while, here, on earth, who stood the test of time.

    Trying Times: A Time Of Peace by Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid (8/8/2013) “The memory of the just is blessed: but the name of the wicked shall rot...And they took strong cities, and a fat land, and possessed houses full of all goods, wells ...read more

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    Denomination: Friends

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    Fly The Flag High

    Contributed by Terry Laughlin on May 25, 2014
    based on 4 ratings
     | 10,291 views

    The Second Sunday in June of each year is the beginning of National Flag Week. Here is a short Biblical perspective for Flag Day which is June 14th of each year.

    Fly the Flag High As a Christians' Banner Psalm 20:5 says, "May we shout for joy over your salvation, and in the name of our God set up our banners! May the LORD fulfill all your petitions!" The word banner (דָּגַל dāg̱al) is a verb meaning to ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Chronos: James #7 Series

    Contributed by Robert Butler on Feb 28, 2022
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,821 views

    Wise in the world competes with wisdom of the Lord and our call to be peacemakers.

    A few weeks ago, we started a year-long journey chronological study of the New Testament today. Hence the reason we are calling this message series Chronos. It's a word that means “time.” We will be journeying through time back to the start of the early church. We will be doing this by walking ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Misplaced Wealth Series

    Contributed by John Sears on Nov 27, 2013
    based on 5 ratings
     | 19,569 views

    How should American's handle our wealth? Should those who are wealthy feel guilty about special vacations and favorite hobbies. Should we sell everything if we want to be real follower of Jesus?

    Intro Today, we talk about something that requires wisdom and diligence to handle correctly. It is something we have all held in our hands at one time or another. It has the power for good, but it also has the power to destroy. Despite its power, it is something we all need. I’m talking ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    Lesson 28: Preach A Jewel Series

    Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Apr 4, 2018
     | 6,612 views

    Learn to to preach an exciting African-American style one-point sermon

    Lesson Goal Learn how to preach a one point sermon. Lesson Intro The African-American church has had a unique and interesting development in the history of American Christianity. A unique style of one-point sermon developed which can have great impact in any culture. The jewel sermon is one ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Leonard Davis avatar

    Asking Questions About Jesus?

    Contributed by Leonard Davis on Mar 4, 2016
     | 5,348 views

    Has evangelical Christianity become a "subculture" in today's world?

    ASKING QUESTIONS ABOUT JESUS? John 7:14-18, 25-36 Whenever the secular media try to do specials on religion in America, Evangelicals are usually characterized as being part of a “subculture.” That is, we are not considered to be part of mainstream America. We sort of live in our own ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    This Is What Repentance Looks Like

    Contributed by Roger Hasselquist on Oct 17, 2023
     | 1,080 views

    They turned to God. That's the key, isn't it! Turn to God! That is what repentance looks like. Most of us probably think that we have done a pretty good job of putting the Lord first in our lives. And I hope that is true. Still, there are three things that we do need to remember:

    Alba 10-15-2023 THIS IS WHAT REPENTANCE LOOKS LIKE I Thessalonians 1:9-10 In Acts chapter two, the apostle Peter on the Day of Pentecost was preaching about Jesus, and he concluded his sermon with these words: 36 “Therefore let all the house of Israel know assuredly that God has made this Jesus, ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • John Bryan Lowe III avatar

    America The Great Foundation

    Contributed by John Bryan Lowe Iii on Jul 7, 2014
     | 6,321 views

    A July 4th Message, that uses scripture and our heritage to take a look at who we are as a christian american.

    I AM A CHRISTIAN AMERICAN Proverbs 14v34 Righteousness exalts a nation, but sin condemns any people. When we look at the scriptural faith of our biblical heritage we see that the faith of our fathers matters in reference to our immediate faith and understanding of who God is to us today. Acts ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    "So, You Want To Become Famous?"

    Contributed by Ken Harris on Aug 4, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,034 views

    The purpose of this sermon is to motivate the hearers to affirm to others that “obedience” to God’s instructions leads to “name” popularity with God.

    Genesis 12:1-9 8 June 2008 U.S. Army Chaplain (MAJ) Ken Harris Ord Military Chapel Seaside CA BIG IDEA: Christians with desires to become famous need to become more obedient to the Words of God. REFERENCES: Genesis 12:1-9 (The Call of Abraham and his journey); Hebrews 11:9 (NIV) By faith he ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal