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  • C. Philip Green avatar

    Faith And Politics Series

    Contributed by C. Philip Green on Apr 22, 2021
     | 4,886 views

    Submit to all human authority, because of Christ, because of your critics, and because you are free!

    At the spring 2000 opening of the Florida Senate, Donald L. Roberts, president and CEO of Goodwill Industries, offered a prayer. I think you’ll appreciate the candor of it. In part, this is what he prayed: Holy and Eternal God, it must be great to be God, to get what you want—when you want it—how ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    Peace In The Midst Of Panic

    Contributed by Rick Dinkins on Mar 28, 2020
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     | 8,679 views

    An artist was commissioned by a wealthy man to paint something that would depict true peace....(Author Unknown).

    Mark 4:35-41 An artist was commissioned by a wealthy man to paint something that would depict peace. After a great deal of thought, the artist painted a beautiful country scene. There were green fields with cows standing in them, birds were flying in the blue sky and a lovely little village lay in ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Oil Stopped Flowing.

    Contributed by Bola Folakemi Praise on May 18, 2020
     | 7,462 views

    We are spiritual vessels and we need a higher authority (God) to empower us to fulfil destiny.

    "When all the jars were full, she said to her son, “Bring me another one.” But he replied, “There is not a jar left.” Then the oil stopped flowing." When the widow came to the prophet to ask him for help, she did that because she knew she could not help herself, she believed that going ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Responsible Citizenship

    Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 18 ratings
     | 3,438 views

    RESPONSIBLE CITIZENSHIP DOES NOT VIOLATE OUR OBLIGATION TO GOD, BUT RATHER IS CONSISTENT WITH THAT HIGHER AUTHORITY Introd.

    RESPONSIBLE CITIZENSHIP DOES NOT VIOLATE OUR OBLIGATION TO GOD, BUT RATHER IS CONSISTENT WITH THAT HIGHER AUTHORITY Introd.: Examine diff. viewpoints regarding the separation of church and state Issue: the obligation of believers to God's kingdom vs. our obligation to the state Specific issue here ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Love At Last Sight

    Contributed by Clark Tanner on Dec 5, 2000
    based on 115 ratings
     | 4,204 views

    The One to Whom all authority has been given, in Heaven and on earth, says, "Go therefore..."

    A closer study of all four of the gospels and the opening chapter of Acts will reveal to even the most casual student, that Jesus was seen by many people in various places, after His resurrection and prior to His ascension to Heaven. In fact, the ascension itself took place from the top of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Orthodox

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    Only Say The Word PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 13, 2024
    based on 4 ratings
     | 1,351 views

    This sermon explores the transformative power and authority of God's Word, urging believers to trust and apply it in their lives.

    Grace and peace to each of you, my brothers and sisters in Christ. What a joy it is to gather together in the house of the Lord. We are here to seek His face, to hear His Word, and to be transformed by the renewing of our minds. We are not here by accident, but by divine appointment. For God ...read more

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    Obedience To God

    Contributed by Mike Rickman on Jul 5, 2003
    based on 17 ratings
     | 6,216 views

    God has ordained civil government so we are to be in total compliance with civil authorities. Or are we?

    July 6, 2003 Morning Service Text: Romans 13:1-7 Subject: Obedience to the Law Title: Whom Shall We Obey? As the Fourth of July weekend comes to a close we want to remember our country with a salute to the freedoms and liberties that we have. Let’s just stop for a moment and ponder these things. ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    God Must Not Be Good Because He Created Evil

    Contributed by John Fruner on Aug 13, 2002
    based on 24 ratings
     | 3,202 views

    God is not the author of evil and suffering in the world. Evil and suffering are consequences of our actions. Original Sin.

    “God must not be good because He created evil.” There is no question that our world is filled with evil and suffering. We come into contact with it every day of our lives and are forced to deal with it on an emotional, intellectual and practical level. How can we believe that God is both good ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

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    The God Who Commands The Wind Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Aug 21, 2025
     | 86 views

    God has the authority to control every storm and wind, bringing peace and calm in every situation.

    THE GOD WHO COMMANDS THE WIND By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Mark 4:39 “And he arose, and rebuked the wind, and said unto the sea, Peace, be still. And the wind ceased, and there was a great calm.” Supporting Texts: Psalm 107:29, Job 37:12, Isaiah 43:2, Luke 8:24, Matthew ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Exemption By The Name Of Jesus Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Sep 5, 2025
     | 148 views

    The name of Jesus is God’s seal of authority that exempts believers from danger, destruction, and defeat.

    EXEMPTION BY THE NAME OF JESUS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Philippians 2:9-11 Key Verse: “Wherefore God also hath highly exalted him, and given him a name which is above every name: That at the name of Jesus every knee should bow, of things in heaven, and things in earth, and things under ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    The Big Boss From Galilee

    Contributed by Phil Rownd on Oct 3, 2002
    based on 151 ratings
     | 11,360 views

    Jesus’ authority makes certain demands on us, but it also empowers us to follow Him wholeheartedly.

    The Big Boss From Galilee Mark 1:14-28 Introduction About a year ago I was struggling with one of the boys in Sunday School. I looked him in the eye and asked a question I felt sure would bring him in line: “Brandon, who is in charge here?” That kid wasn’t gonna let me get away that ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Laying On Of Hands

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Apr 4, 2025
     | 286 views

    Laying on of hands is a significant biblical practice that represents the transfer of spiritual blessings, authority, healing, and empowerment.

    LAYING ON OF HANDS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Acts 8:17 "Then laid they their hands on them, and they received the Holy Ghost." – Supporting Texts: Numbers 27:18-23, Mark 16:17-18, 1 Timothy 4:14, Hebrews 6:1-2, James 5:14 INTRODUCTION Laying on of hands is a significant ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    The Parable Of The Wedding Banquet Series

    Contributed by David Blizzard on Jun 19, 2004
    based on 24 ratings
     | 9,824 views

    This is the third parable Jesus told in response to the Pharisees question about His authority in cleansing the Temple.

    THE WEDDING BANQUET PARABLE – Matthew 22:1-15 This is the third parable that Jesus told in response to the Pharisees’ question about his authority. The first one of the two sons dealt with Israel’s rejection of God the Father. The parable of the vineyard dealt with the rejection of God the Son. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Snow White Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Sep 26, 2025
    based on 2 ratings
     | 1,448 views

    God calls us to be pure, but is that possible?

    The Bible passage we just read is the verse that our older youth uses to identify themselves. They call themselves the 412 Youth Group (because of I Timothy 4:12) and essentially, they use that verse to declare that they want to be used by God, and they don’t want their AGE to get in the way of ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Calming The Perfect Storm, Part 1 Series

    Contributed by Richard Laraviere on Aug 16, 2008
    based on 2 ratings
     | 5,138 views

    Many things will come against us in life. Will we employee the equipment against it that Jesus has given us?

    Calming the perfect storm Part 1 Opening: 1. I am indebted to Bill Johnson, a pastor in Redding, California for some of these thoughts as well as getting me to change my message last evening. 2. As I re-read his book I was again challenged how God intends that we, in conjunction with him, ...read more

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    Denomination: Mennonite