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  • William R. Nabaza avatar

    Learn From Jethro

    Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Aug 30, 2015
     | 6,367 views

    To show that the LORD will teach us everything about Him, even using righteous people such as Jethro and the elders of Israel.

    I. EXORDIUM: Do you learn from instruction? Yes. We learn by being instructed Proverbs 21:11 (Amplified Bible) When the scoffer is punished, the fool gets a lesson in being wise; but men of [godly] Wisdom and good sense learn by being instructed. Proverbs 1:5 (Amplified Bible) The wise also ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    A Farewell Message Series

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Jun 7, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 838 views

    Acts 20:13-38 teaches us that God sovereignly preserves his church through faithful elders.

    Introduction Toward the end of his second term as the first U. S. president, George Washington announced his retirement from office in a letter addressed to the American people on September 17, 1796. Though many people feared a United States without Washington, the address assured the young ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Fasting Series

    Contributed by David Taylor on Jul 31, 2014
     | 9,028 views

    Motivation in Fasting

    Motivation in Fasting Matthew 6:16-18 We have taken a rest stop on fasting for a few weeks. From Luke 2 we saw two God centered old saints who were not satisfied with the status quote who hungered for more of God and for him to work on behalf of his people. Anna in particular gave herself to ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    So You Call Yourself A Pastor 3 Series

    Contributed by Jason Jones on Feb 16, 2009
    based on 3 ratings
     | 4,111 views

    Exposition of Acts 20:28-31 about the last two of four charges that Paul gives the Ephesian elders about how to pastor

    D. Opening Ill: tell a story about Fred Osgood, the only person who ever questioned anything I did… B. Background to passage: the setting is Miletus where Paul has decided to stay, not going to Ephesus because there is not enough time on his way to Jerusalem to carry the offering to the church ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Relentless Quizzer Series

    Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Nov 5, 2007
    based on 5 ratings
     | 4,595 views

    God wants us to be both discerning and selectivist as a matter of habit.

    The Relentless Quizzer (I Thessalonians 5:21-22) Intro 1. The hardest courses I took during my time at Moody Bible Institute was New Testament Greek, 16 hours, 4 courses. 2. One of my teachers was Mr. Wise and Greek quizzes: I think it was 14 days in a row. 3. In some ways, God calls us to be ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Rev. Timothy Porter avatar

    The Power Of A Shadow

    Contributed by Rev. Timothy Porter on Jan 5, 2023
     | 2,058 views

    None of escape from he shadow of our upbringing and culture

    The Power Of A Shadow ? THE POWER OF A SHADOW   PASTOR TIMOTHY PORTER   TEXT: EPHESIANS 3:20 / PHILIPPIANS 4:4     🟩INTRODUCTION:🟩   🟨 Figure of speech🟨- when we say we live someone’s shadow? Yet it is true ??noun 1. 1. ???a dark ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Barnabas Series

    Contributed by John Lowe on Jan 22, 2022
     | 5,327 views

    Scripture tells us that Barnabas "was filled with joy," "was a good man, full of the Holy Spirit and strong in faith," and was an influential evangelist. It also says he "encouraged the believers to stay true to the Lord" (Acts 11:23-24).

    Barnabas—(Friend and Companion of Paul) Scripture tells us that Barnabas "was filled with joy," "was a good man, full of the Holy Spirit and strong in faith," and was an influential evangelist. It also says he "encouraged the believers to stay true to the Lord" (Acts ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • William R. Nabaza avatar

    Generously Poured Out

    Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Sep 13, 2013
     | 2,219 views

    To prove that the HOLY SPIRIT was poured out on us lavishly and richly super-abundant

    I. EXORDIUM: Is the HOLY SPIRIT generously poured out on us? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To prove that the HOLY SPIRIT was poured out on us lavishly and richly super-abundant IV. TEXT: Titus 3:6 (Amplified Bible) 3:6 Which He poured out [so] richly upon us through ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Nature Of True Fasting

    Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Nov 25, 2013
    based on 7 ratings
     | 16,878 views

    True fasting will lead the liberated soul to seek relief and liberty for others.

    THE NATURE OF TRUE FASTING. Isaiah 58:1-12. Surprisingly, the only place where the law of Moses commands fasting is in the “affliction of soul” associated with the Day of Atonement (Leviticus 16:29-31; Leviticus 23:27-32; Numbers 29:7). This is apt, as it immediately associates fasting with ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • William R. Nabaza avatar

    To All Men

    Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Sep 9, 2013
     | 3,433 views

    To show what GOD's Grace can do to us.

    I. EXORDIUM: Is salvation offered to all men? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show what GOD's Grace can do to us. IV. TEXT: Titus 2:11 (Amplified Bible) 2:11 For the grace of God (His unmerited favor and blessing) has come forward (appeared) for the deliverance from sin ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • William R. Nabaza avatar

    While I Wait

    Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Sep 13, 2013
     | 2,462 views

    To enumerate the thing we should be doing in the last days.

    I. EXORDIUM: What do we do while living in the last days? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To enumerate the thing we should be doing in the last days. IV. TEXT: Titus 2:13 (Amplified Bible) Awaiting and looking for the [fulfillment, the realization of our] blessed hope, ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Why Belong To A Church? Series

    Contributed by Paul Clemente on Oct 5, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,908 views

    A Christian not belonging to a local church is a disobeying Christian and there will be consequences.

    Have you heard what’s coming to Milwaukee in January 2010? The Dead Sea Scrolls will be on exhibit at the Milwaukee Museum! How awesome is that, as we have been talking about defending our faith! We can see in person one of the greatest evidences of the Word of God! The writers of the Dead Sea ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Rev. Samuel Arimoro avatar

    Resolving Conflict In A Godly Way

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on May 27, 2025
     | 206 views

    Resolving conflict in a godly way is not always easy, but it is vital for maintaining the health and unity of the church and our personal relationships.

    RESOLVING CONFLICT IN A GODLY WAY By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Matthew 18:15-17 Supporting Texts: Ephesians 4:26-27, Proverbs 15:1, Colossians 3:13, James 1:19-20, Romans 12:18 INTRODUCTION: Conflict is a natural part of human interaction. Even within the church, where love and unity are ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Cameron Conway avatar

    Do You Qualify For Ministry?

    Contributed by Cameron Conway on Nov 27, 2018
     | 5,549 views

    What are the qualifications in our day for pastors, deacons, elders and leaders in general and how do they compare to the qualifications set out in the New Testament?

    For more information and other teachings, podcasts, videos, books and study guides visit https://conwaychristianresources.com What are the qualifications in our day for pastors, deacons, elders and leaders in general?</strong> Is it the ownership of several freshly pressed suits and ties? ...read more

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    Denomination: Foursquare

  • Steven Simala Grant avatar

    Waiting For The Whisper

    Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on Aug 3, 2012
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,333 views

    Even when we are most discouraged God calls us to get back to work, doing what He has called us to do.

    Waiting For The Whisper July 15, 2012 1 Kings 19:4-15 Intro: What are you doing here? That is a great question. One we could ask each other as we gather as a church. What are you doing here? Why did you come? It is a great question we could ask corporately as this church – what are we ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist