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  • Byron Sherman avatar

    Christian Governance-&-Government-1 Series

    Contributed by Byron Sherman on Nov 8, 2016
     | 6,283 views

    1 of 4. Peter confirmed the importance of Christian submission to secular governance. Christian submission is indissolubly linked/tied to secular governance. But how or in what way? Christian governance & Government addresses...

    ‘For The LORD’S SAKE’—1Peter 2:13—3:12 A. CHRISTIAN GOVERNANCE-&-GOVERNMENT--I—1Peter 2:13-17 So far in our study of 1Peter we have examined the fact that Christians are...CONSIDERED ALIEN(1:1-2)... We’ve examined...WHAT’s So GREAT About GOD—(1:3-12) Discovered God’s means of...UNLEASHING Your ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Essential Equipment: The Word Of God

    Contributed by Shawn Miller on Nov 10, 2014
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    These are four points describing the word of God found in Hebrews 4:12 - The Word of God is Alive, Active, Sharp and Discerning.

    Essential Equipment: The Word of God Introduction: Ill. A traveler was preparing for a long trip. A friend asked if he was all packed and he said, “Yup, just about. I've got my map, a lamp, a library of 66 books, a mirror, a microscope, a volume of fine poetry, a package of old letters, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Beliefs And Behaviors Series

    Contributed by Ron Tuit on Aug 26, 2013
     | 5,751 views

    It has been said many times that "you are what you eat." It is also true that you will LIVE what you actually BELIEVE. Does your life coincide with what you claim to believe?

    Beliefs and Behaviors Romans 12:2 OUTLINE: The Wills of God: 1. Will of Decree. (Daniel 4:35) 2. Will of Command. (Matt. 7:21, 1 Jn 2:7) 1. Continually Savor the Savior. (1 Pet. 2:1-3, Ps. 34:8) 2. Consistently Submit to the Spirit and Word of God (Ps. 119, 2 ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dennis Davidson avatar

    God's Wondrous Word Series

    Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Sep 5, 2013
    based on 5 ratings
     | 12,274 views

    We need help in order to live as God has commanded us. God's blessing comes upon us in order that we may know Him & obey Him in a fallen world. In order to do this, however, He must open up our insight through His Wondrous Word

    PSALM 119: 17-24 [The Ministry of The Word Series] GOD'S WONDROUS WORD [John 15:1-11 / 1 Cor. 2:11-16] This section reveals to us the God who intervenes in our lives through His Word (CIT). In these eight verses our psalmist pleas as God's servant and pilgrim, who increasingly finds himself ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • John Bright avatar

    A Change Of Desires Series

    Contributed by John Bright on Sep 23, 2025
     | 222 views

    Working through 1 Peter using consecutive expository preaching. Teaching sheet included at end of text.

    “A Change of Desires” 1 Peter 4:7-11 A sermon for 8/24/25 Pastor John Bright 1 Peter 4 “1 Therefore, since Christ suffered for us in the flesh, arm yourselves also with the same mind, for he who has suffered in the flesh has ceased from sin, 2 that he no longer should live the rest of his time in ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • David Owens avatar

    Sermon 6 - Stay Alive And Alert Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Oct 19, 2025
     | 368 views

    In Colossians 2:4-15, Paul begins to address the reason for Paul's letter to the Colossians. Paul warns them about the danger that the false teachers pose and gives them instructions about how to fortify themselves and protect their spiritual life.

    Introduction: A. One of the scariest things about young children is the fact that they are naïve and uninhibited. 1. These pictures I am showing on the screen make every parent gasp because of the danger. B. I am going to date myself with this illustration: How many of you remember the old ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Kelvin McKisic avatar

    Strength In Times Of Trouble

    Contributed by Kelvin Mckisic on Sep 22, 2024
     | 2,026 views

    This sermon encourages believers to persevere through trials, hold onto God's promises, and find strength in faith, using Revelation 2:8-11 as a guide.

    Welcome, cherished family of faith, to our gathering today. It's a joy to see each one of you here, gathered in the name of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. We are here, not by chance, but by divine appointment. Our lives, interwoven in the tapestry of God's grand design, have led us to ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • MELVIN MAUGHMER, JR. avatar

    The Simplicity Of Christ

    Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Jul 22, 2024
     | 2,584 views

    People are inundated with enough mess without having Christianity or a so-called form of it piling more complex standards, rituals, and obligations upon them.

    The Simplicity of Christ By Bishop Melvin L. Maughmer, Jr. OPENING:- When we look around and see the asinine events that are taking place we realize our world of today is in utter turmoil as people strive for preeminence and superior individuality, we can quickly become overwhelmed with all the ...read more

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    Denomination: Apostolic

  • Rich O' Toole avatar

    Whatever

    Contributed by Rich O' Toole on Jul 24, 2024
     | 1,017 views

    Meditate on praiseworthy things and be content

    Whatever Philippians 4:8-13 Good morning. betterup.com asked the question, “Can anyone develop a positive mindset, or are you born with it? The truth is, everyone can adopt a more positive mental attitude. Developing a more positive orientation can improve your mood, relationships, job and life ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    There Are Two Certainties In Life; Taxes And Death. And I'm Not Here To Talk About Taxes

    Contributed by Robert Irvine on Aug 16, 2024
     | 772 views

    Being diagnosed with an aggressive form of prostate cancer back in March (presently at Stage 3), really changed my outlook. It also brought me face to face with the fact that I am going to die at some point. Death isn’t now some concept that I could ignore, but a reality that I had to face.

    Being diagnosed with an aggressive form of prostate cancer back in March (presently at Stage 3), really changed my outlook. I started to declare the Good News of Jesus Christ much more seriously. It also brought me face to face with the fact that I am going to die at some point. Death isn’t now ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Overflowing With Joy Series

    Contributed by C. Philip Green on Jan 30, 2025
     | 888 views

    If you want to bring overflowing joy to those who serve you, refresh them, reconcile yourself to them, repent, and remain true to them.

    Donn Moomaw, a football player who became a pastor, was preaching at the Bel Air Presbyterian Church in Los Angeles. After the service, a lady came up to him and said, “Oh, Reverend Moomaw, I just have to tell you that every sermon you preach is better than your next.” He thanked her, but when he ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

  • Jenny Franklin avatar

    Forgiveness Points In Four Directions

    Contributed by Jenny Franklin on Apr 23, 2022
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,596 views

    Forgiveness points in four directions. God —> Us Us —> Others. Others —> Us. Us —> Ourselves

    *********** Forgiveness 1. God forgives us 2. We forgive others 3. Others forgive us 4. We forgive ourselves ************** 1. God forgives us Jesus didn’t avoid people who had done wrong; he said it was them who needed him. Mark 2:13-17 Jesus went out by the sea; and all the crowd came to Him, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Perry Fowler avatar

    "Our Savior And Scarecrows: How To Fight Your Fears” Series

    Contributed by Perry Fowler on May 11, 2022
    based on 2 ratings
     | 2,838 views

    God didn’t call Abraham to be the Father of Faith because He was a spiritual giant; quiet to contrary, He called Him because He was human, yet willing to be molded, melted, and changed. He wants to do the same for you.

    One of God’s staple, primary commands to His followers is simply: “Do not fear.” It is interesting but did you know that the phrase: “Do not fear or Fear not” occurs over 300 times in the Bible and in some translations it actually occurs 365 times—some say 1 for every day of the year. Here’s the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • John Lowe avatar

    Abiathar Series

    Contributed by John Lowe on Sep 26, 2022
     | 2,954 views

    When Absalom rebelled against his father and attempted to seize the throne, Abiathar remained loyal to David. Abiathar was among those who fled the capital city with David (2 Samuel 15:24). Zadok and the Levites carried the ark of the covenant'

    ABIATHAR When Absalom rebelled against his father and attempted to seize the throne, Abiathar remained loyal to David. Abiathar was among those who fled the capital city with David (2 Samuel 15:24). Zadok and the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Michael Otterstatter avatar

    Journey With Jesus

    Contributed by Michael Otterstatter on Sep 24, 2021
     | 4,519 views

    Jesus explained his journey to the cross to suffer the punishment we deserved for disobeying God. Jesus then described the journey that we as his followers make throughout our lives.

    In what ancient city were the followers of Jesus first called Christians? Acts 11:26 tells us that the disciples were called Christians for the first time in the city of Antioch. Now let me ask you another question closely related to that one. What were the followers of Jesus called before they ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran