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  • Gerald Roberts avatar

    "People Of The Book"

    Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Jan 26, 2013
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    The Israelites were known as the people of the book as a result of their interest in the book, becasue of their joy in the book, because they respected the book, and they found the book to be instructive.

    People of the Book Nehemiah 8:1 1. They are known as the People of the Book because they were very interested in the Book A. The audience hangs on every word that comes out of the mouth of the reader vs 3 all the people listened attentively to the Book of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Believe It Or Not Series

    Contributed by Lanny Carpenter on Sep 1, 2021
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    First in a series on Unlikely Heroes. Gives three essential characteristics of unlikely heroes.

    INTRODUCTION Growing up I had my heroes. I had sports heroes. Basketball players like John Havlicek and Pete Maravich; baseball greats like Johnny Bench and Ken Griffey, Sr.; and football heroes like Larry Csonka and Bob Griese. I had Western heroes like John Wayne, Randolph Scott, Jimmy Stewart, ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Moses: Man Of Passion Series

    Contributed by Lanny Carpenter on Sep 1, 2021
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    3rd in the series Unlikely Heroes. Portrays Moses' great heroic attribute of passion.

    INTRODUCTION There is a tale told of that great English actor Macready. An eminent preacher once said to him: “I wish you would explain to me something.” “Well, what is it?” asked Macready. “I don’t know that I can explain anything to a preacher.” “What is the reason for the difference between you ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    4. Gideon: Man Of Courage Series

    Contributed by Lanny Carpenter on Sep 5, 2021
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    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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    David: Man Of Character Series

    Contributed by Lanny Carpenter on Sep 12, 2021
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    5th in the series UnLikely Heroes. Portrays David's great heroic attribute of character.

    INTRODUCTION The Greek word from which our word “character” originated signified a sharp-pointed instrument or engraving tool. Much of this first meaning is implied in the word as we use it, for is not character the means by which each of us makes his impression on the world? Someone has said, “To ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Daniel: Man Of Purity Series

    Contributed by Lanny Carpenter on Sep 19, 2021
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    6th in the series Unlikely Heroes. Portrays Daniel's great heroic attribute of purity.

    INTRODUCTION Years ago, when I was a teenager, a terrible storm surged through our area one night in southern Louisiana. Power went out that night, and we awoke the next morning to find the culprit. A large stately oak tree had fallen upon the powerlines. This tree was probably 10-12 feet around ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    The Tyranny Of Tradition

    Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Oct 4, 2019
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    Jesus dealt with wrong ideas about tradition

    The Tyranny of Tradition - Mark 2-13-28 1. The Problem of religious exclusivity v. 13-17 2. The Problem of religious exercise v. 18-22 3. The Problem of religious enlightenment v. 23-28 ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Philip: The Analytical Disciple Lesson 5 Series

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Oct 6, 2023
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    Philip lived by sight, but Jesus called for him (and us) to walk by faith (2 Corinthians 5:7).

    “The following day Jesus wanted to go to Galilee, and He found Philip and said to him, ‘Follow Me.’ Now Philip was from Bethsaida, the city of Andrew and Peter.” John 1:43-44, NKJV A. APPROACH 1. Philip is the fifth disciple called by Jesus and always listed fifth when the disciples are named. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    How Are You Living Your Christian Life?

    Contributed by Pastor Amos Dele Dada on Jun 11, 2020
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    Everything is pure to those whose hearts are pure. But nothing is pure to those who are corrupt and unbelieving, because their minds and consciences are corrupted.

    “Everything is pure to those whose hearts are pure. But nothing is pure to those who are corrupt and unbelieving, because their minds and consciences are corrupted. 16 Such people claim they know God, but they deny him by the way they live. They are detestable and disobedient, worthless for doing ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Freddy Fritz avatar

    Exhortation, Encouragement, And Prayer Series

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Dec 8, 2019
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    Philippians 4:1-9 teaches us a number of ways in which we are to stand firm in the Lord.

    Scripture Paul is getting to the end of his letter to his beloved Philippian church. The ESV Study Bible states: “The chief theme of Philippians is encouragement: Paul wants to encourage the Philippians to live out their lives as citizens of a heavenly colony, as evidenced by a growing commitment ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Don Campbell avatar

    Pursuing A Meaningful Life

    Contributed by Don Campbell on Nov 22, 2024
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    Millions are searching for a meaningful life, but they are searching for it in all the wrong places.

    PURSUING A MEANINGFUL LIFE Eccl 12:13-14 INTRODUCTION A. Harold Kushner observed over 30 years of ministry as a congregational rabbi that “Most people are not afraid of dying; they are afraid of not having lived.” B. In searching for a life of significance, Solomon had the means to explore all ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Richard Cook avatar

    God Has A Vision For Our Future

    Contributed by Richard Cook on Aug 21, 2009
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    This sermon teaches people that God had a vision for what He wanted His end-time church to be like

    Why is God’s church still here? Why are we still pressing on? Why are we still turning on the lights and preaching from the same book they were preaching from years ago? Why are we still preaching the message of truth? Why are we still living and believing and holding on to the same truths that ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Devoted To The Fellowship

    Contributed by Bill Sullivan on Apr 11, 2012
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    The early church was devoted to the fellowship - i.e. their local body of believers - what does this mean for us?

    Devoted to the Fellowship TCF Sermon February 12, 2012 Let me start this morning by reading the Super Bowl translation of our primary text for this morning. Giants 2:42 (NFLV) – They were fans of the Giants story, and were always together with other Giants fans for the Big Game, and shared ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Noble Church

    Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Feb 2, 2023
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    Is it important for us to be discerning of false teachers and doctrine? What should we learn from the Bereans on this topic and how should we respond to those who teach false doctrine?

    Dr. Bradford Reaves Crossway Christian Fellowship Hagerstown, MD www.mycrossway.org Introduction Over the last several weeks in our study of Revelation, we have been looking at the world religious system that will be used by the Antichrist in his effort to oppose God, demand global worship, and ...read more

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    Denomination: Brethren

  • David Welch avatar

    Returning To Our First Love Series

    Contributed by David Welch on Mar 30, 2009
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    Third in a Series on Revelation dealing with the letter to ephesus and the loss of their first love.

    I.PROLOGUE 1:1-20 II.Messages to the Seven churches 2-3 (Things with are) I want to clarify two issues related to all seven churches before we focus in on each individual message. The first issue has to do with the interpretive approach. How you interpret these messages will depend on which method ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance