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  • Dennis Davidson avatar

    Respect Civil Authority Series

    Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Jan 6, 2014
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     | 19,115 views

    Peter indicates that our salvation should impact how we related to governmental authority. Submission is not a popular topic, but it is needful, in our rebellious & self-gratifying society. Submission is recognition of God¡¯s right to govern our lives.

    1 PETER 2: 13-17 RESPECT CIVIL AUTHORITY [Renewing Hope Series] [Romans 13:1-7 / Acts 4:19-20; 5:29] From this point on 1 Peter discusses the effect of our salvation on our life and relationships. Because of our fallen understanding, what living the Christian life entails needs to be spelled ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    God’s Offer Of Life-2 Series

    Contributed by Byron Sherman on Nov 5, 2013
     | 2,767 views

    2 of 4. The apostle John revealed God’s offer of Life to mankind. God offers Life to mankind. How can Life be procured/had? God’s Offer of Life comes to you thru...

    GOD’s OFFER Of LIFE-II—John 1:5-13 Attention: Winslow the ‘rescued’ Greyhound—Very skittish, We only had Winslow(former racing Greyhound) for a few weeks. A great leash dog but absolutely no street smarts. Very skittish. We loved on him practically to embarrassment! ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    An Overview Of Ephesians Series

    Contributed by Bradley Kellum on Nov 19, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 13,018 views

    Ephesus was a modern-day New Orleans, filled with voodoo, occult practices and mysticism. Paul carried out his most dramatic ministry in this city.

    An Overview of Ephesians: Paul’s Letter to the Christians at Ephesus ________________________________________ Historical/Grammatical Method of Interpretation requires us to first look at the historical context in which Paul wrote the letter of Ephesians and in which the Christians in that city ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Power Of A Binding Precedent

    Contributed by Jeremy Poling on Apr 18, 2012
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,019 views

    God is bound to his word. We can remind God of His promises.

    The Lord rules over all of creation with majesty and power. His laws govern the whole universe — all of nature, every nation and all the affairs of men. He rules over the seas, the planets, the heavenly bodies and all their movements. The Bible tells us: “He ruleth by his power for ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    We'll Work Till Jesus Comes Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Jun 11, 2012
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     | 16,712 views

    In this last sermon from the series on 1 & 2 Thessalonians, we look at Paul's commands about not being idol, but working and obeying until Jesus comes.

    Introduction: A. Let me begin with this humorous, puny piece about work. 1. All my life I’ve been looking for the perfect job 2. My first job was working in an orange juice factory, but I got canned...just couldn't concentrate. 3. After that I tried to be a tailor, but I just wasn't suited ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Help Me Overcome My Unbelief (Imperfect Faith)

    Contributed by Maria Saunders on Sep 4, 2015
    based on 1 rating
     | 15,089 views

    As humans it's natural to with struggle, doubt, question, wonder about God’s presence & promises at various times. It's difficult to maintain faith in a Perfect God when warfare surfaces. Yet, we must have faith in God when imperfection is all around us.

    “Immediately the boy’s father exclaimed, ‘I do believe; help me overcome my unbelief.’” Mark 9:24 NIV “No sooner were the words out of his mouth than the father cried, ‘Then I believe. Help me with my doubts.’” Mark 9:24 MSG The theme of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    #13 Silly Sabbath Rules Series

    Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Mar 22, 2020
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     | 25,903 views

    The Pharisees thought religion was about rules and regulations. Jesus taught that it was about worshipping God from the heart and meeting human needs. This sermon looks at the Pharisees silly Sabbath rules and Jesus’ correction of their false teachings, and a startling statement of His deity.

    #13 Silly Sabbath Rules Series: Mark March 22, 2020 Chuck Sligh NOTE: A PowerPoint presentation is available for this sermon by request at chucksligh@hotmail.com. Please mention the title of the sermon and the Bible text to help me find the sermon in my archives TEXT: Mark 2:23-28 – "And no ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Unity Of The Body

    Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Jul 5, 2019
    based on 2 ratings
     | 4,831 views

    1) United in God's Kingdom (Ephesians 2:19a) 2) God’s Family (Ephesians 2:19b) and 3) God's Temple (Ephesians 2:20–22).

    Ephesians 2:19-22 [19] So then you are no longer strangers and aliens, but you are fellow citizens with the saints and members of the household of God [20] built on the foundation of the apostles and prophets, Christ Jesus himself being the cornerstone, [21]in whom the whole structure, being joined ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    Reinventing Motherhood Series

    Contributed by Matthew Kratz on May 10, 2019
     | 3,128 views

    In showing how submission can be a godly force for revolutionary love, in Colossians 3, the Apostle Paul explains: 1) How should a Mother Act? (Colossians 3:18a), 2) To Whom should a Mother Act this Way? (Colossians 3:18b) and 3) Why should a Mother Act this Way? (Colossians 3:18c)

    Colossians 3:18–24 18 Wives, submit to your husbands, as is fitting in the Lord. 19 Husbands, love your wives, and do not be harsh with them. 20 Children, obey your parents in everything, for this pleases the Lord. 21 Fathers, do not provoke your children, lest they become discouraged. 22 ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    Attitude Of Gratitude

    Contributed by Thomas Swope on May 22, 2019
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,594 views

    A study in the book of Psalm 8: 1 – 9

    Psalm 8: 1 – 9 Attitude of gratitude 1 O LORD, our Lord, how excellent is Your name in all the earth, Who have set Your glory above the heavens! 2 Out of the mouth of babes and nursing infants You have ordained strength, because of Your enemies, that You may silence the enemy and the avenger. 3 ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

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    By His Attitude. Series

    Contributed by John Lowe on Sep 18, 2019
     | 4,050 views

    Paul’s message in the last four chapters of 2nd Corinthians is obvious: The Corinthians had better shape up before his next visit.

    December 4, 2014 Tom Lowe The Second Epistle of Paul to the Corinthians Lesson IV.A.1: By His Attitude. (10:1–6). 2nd Corinthians 10:1-6 (NKJV) 1 Now I, Paul, myself am pleading with you by the meekness and gentleness of Christ—who in presence am lowly among you, but being absent am bold ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Brian Bill avatar

    A Request For Refuge

    Contributed by Brian Bill on Jul 19, 2015
     | 13,748 views

    When times are tough its time to fight for your faith, knowing that your times are in His hands.

    A Request for Refuge Psalm 31 Rev. Brian Bill July 18-19, 2015 Beth and I celebrated our 30th Anniversary on Monday. When I posted a picture from our wedding day many people complimented Beth. Me, not so much. Here are just a few of the comments: • Look, you have hair • She looks ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Bob Faulkner avatar

    Mystery Babylon And The World War 2 Connection Series

    Contributed by Bob Faulkner on Jul 27, 2015
     | 3,686 views

    Hitler and many of the leaders surrounding him had been raised in Catholicism, with its ugly hatred of the Semites. The rest is history...

    FIFTY-EIGHT: HITLER AND WORLD WAR II Let's back up to the end of World War I. The Hapsburg Dynasty has crumbled. Rome is worried about its future prospects. Protestant areas of Czechoslovakia, Orthodox portions of Yugoslavia, Orthodox Russia, all are European threats to the Roman block of ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • David Welch avatar

    Holy God Healthy Church Pt 2 Series

    Contributed by David Welch on May 23, 2018
     | 3,204 views

    Message 15 in our exposition of Paul's first letter to the Corinthians. This is the second of three messages dealing with perversion in the church

    Chico Alliance Church Pastor David Welch “Holy God Healthy Church” 1 Corinthians 5:1-13 Part Two Review Opening Address and Introduction 1:1-9 I. Reproof for fleshly behavior 1-6 A. Reproof for a divided church 1-4 B. Reproof for a defiled church 5 Review In this chapter Paul tackles the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

  • Byron Sherman avatar

    Crossing The Threshold-2

    Contributed by Byron Sherman on Aug 21, 2018
     | 2,202 views

    2 of 4. Amos declared God’s strained relationship with His people. Thus a failed relationship with God evokes His wrath. What specifically does a failed relationship with God evoke(bring about/cause)? A failed relationship with God evokes...

    CROSSING The THRESHOLD-II—Amos 1:1-2 Attention: A Threshold is a crossover or transition zone or optimal use zone. Where the upper limit or end of effectiveness is reached. Every house has many thresholds, the front door is placed in the transition zone from indoor to outdoor. Things are very ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist