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  • Bob Faulkner avatar

    A Promise Granted By Faith, Part 1 Series

    Contributed by Bob Faulkner on Apr 29, 2024
     | 648 views

    God's promise to Abraham had nothing to do with any works he performed.

    4:13 “For the promise that he would be the heir of the world…” Heir of the world. This one man, Abraham, to be heir of the world? And not just Abraham, though it was to him that the promise was first given. Where is this promise? Genesis 12:3, “In you all the families of the earth shall be ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Visible Faith - Part 2

    Contributed by Barry O Johnson on Apr 26, 2025
     | 370 views

    This is the second Bible study lesson on how a Christian can know when he/she is walking in faith.

    Introduction Hello everyone, and welcome to our Bible study for April. Today’s lesson is a continuation of our look at what it means to have “Visible Faith.” We began this two-part study on “Visible Faith” with four passages in the Bible that speak to how we are to live as Christians, and they are ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Visible Faith Part 2 Series

    Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Jul 16, 2025
     | 180 views

    This is a Bible study lesson, not a sermon. The Bible studies teach foundational truth that are designed to challenge, encourage and, most importantly, flame the fire of hunger in the Christian who wants to learn more about who they have become in Christ Jesus.

    Visible Faith – 2 (Rev. Rodney Johnson and Rev. Barry Johnson) NOTE: New Light Faith Ministries and Barry Johnson Ministries, founded by Rodney V. Johnson and Barry O. Johnson, respectively, are partnering to offer Bible studies for Christians who are seeking to grow in their relationship with ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    I've Got A Firm Foundation

    Contributed by Trent Ogilvie on Jul 29, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,548 views

    A sermon to remind God's people to build their lives on the best foundation, Jesus Christ.

    INTRO: Hoover Dam, NV foundation approximately 1,500,000 cubic yards (15,000 football fields) The Empire State Building (Twin Towers), NY The 1.2 million cubic yards (12,000) You must go down deep and lay the right foundation before you can build the best structure. We need the right foundation in ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Baptised In Fire

    Contributed by Riaan De Villiers on Nov 6, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,266 views

    Fire fills us with fear and yet Jesus came to baptised us also in fire. There must be then something about God’s fire that we need to find.

    Baptized in fire Matthew 3:11 There is a new term under theologians – historical criticism. According to this theory it means that we can not take the Bible just as it is but we have to be very critical about the Bible. The Bible, according to them, is just a lot of books decided by mere men to ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Narnia: Life In The Wardrobe Series

    Contributed by Mark Krieger on Dec 5, 2005
    based on 6 ratings
     | 2,977 views

    The first sermon of a three part series based on the Chronicles of Narnia

    Today we begin a three-week series on the Chronicles of Narnia, The Lion the Witch and the Wardrobe. The background to the story is about a boy named Clive who lived in Belfast. At the age of five he decided he wanted to named Jack. After serving in WW1 he went on to become a professor at Oxford ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    An Exclusive By Inclusive Gospel

    Contributed by Bramwell Hayes on Aug 13, 2005
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,082 views

    An investigation of how the exclusive claims of Christ mean that the gospel in for all

    Exclusive and Inclusive Intro Originally I had intended to preach on the subject of Christian love, what it is, how we do it, and why we must do it. A nice simple topic. One that would not really upset the apple-cart or offend anybody. However during the later part of last week I have felt ...read more

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    Denomination: Salvation Army

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    No More Excuses

    Contributed by Christopher Roberts on Oct 18, 2003
    based on 37 ratings
     | 12,708 views

    Cubs’ fans blame curses and a kid but not their own team for their failures. We will blame anyone and anything rather than take repsonsibility for ourselves and our moral failures, teen pregnancy, violence, evil during Halloween. God says no more!

    Please e-mail me with any comments or if you use any part of this at your church at Mail4ChrisR@aol.com. I would love to hear about it. God Bless! - Chris How many of you know about Billy Sianis’ goat? Sianis, a local tavern owner, tried to bring his goat into Game 4 of the 1945 World Series at ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Understanding Revelation Series

    Contributed by C Jordan on Jul 31, 2008
    based on 14 ratings
     | 10,559 views

    The Revelation of Jesus Christ is one of the most exciting and interesting books of the Bible. This message will give you some of the keys to unlocking the mysteries of Revelation.

    UNLOCKING THE MYSTERIES OF REVELATION #1 – AN INTRODUCTION: The Book of Revelation is one of the most mysterious & confusing books of the Bible. “When turning to the book of Revelation from the rest of the New Testament, one feels as if he or she were entering a foreign country. Instead of ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    Revelation 2012 Series

    Contributed by C Jordan on Feb 10, 2012
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,867 views

    Is this the end of the world as we know it? Will Jesus return in 2012? This series is a study in unlocking the mysteries of the Book of Revelation.

    REVELATION 2012 INTRO TO TOPIC: Is this the end of the world as we know it? Discuss Y2K (2000), last year’s prediction that Jesus was coming back, and the fervor surrounding 2012. There’s a lot of confusion around this topic! • Jesus said, “But of that day and hour no one knows, not even the ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    Luke Chapter 15, Three Parables Are One

    Contributed by Bruce Landry on Apr 2, 2002
    based on 28 ratings
     | 19,295 views

    This is a paper on the relationships between the parable of the lost sheep, coin, and prodigal son. It looks at common theme and whether the parables should be taken as one extended parable.

    Lost Sheep, Coin, and Son, Three Parables or One Parables of Jesus By: Bruce P. Landry I. What are the Three Parables? The parables in Luke Chapter 15 are really great parables to teach us the value of things that we are placed in stewardship over, and where we should place our ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Journey To Jerusalem Series

    Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Sep 4, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,575 views

    In the Journey to Jerusalem, we can see: 1)The Determination Executed (Luke 9:51-53), 2) The Discipleship Error (Luke 9:54-56), and finally: 3) The Diversion Excuse (Luke 9:57-62)

    The Journey of the Sri Lankan’s aboard the MV Sun Sea, now that they are being processed in Canada, continues to be an eventful one. Whether it is because they are of a particular ethnic group, a possible terrorists threat or seen a free-loaders, they have faced much public rejection and ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

  • Michael Stark avatar

    The Raging Battle Series

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Sep 19, 2009
    based on 3 ratings
     | 10,188 views

    In the battle that rages about us, many are taken captive. Many more are unawasre that we are at war. However, the Bible insists that we are engaged in war with a brutal enemy. Are we ready?

    EPHESIANS 6:11 THE RAGING BATTLE “Put on the whole armour of God, that you may be able to stand against the schemes of the devil.” If you seek a religion that will make you comfortable, Christianity is not for you. Despite the emphasis on peace and benefit that emanates from Christian pulpits, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Making Sure Your Legacy Is Build To Last

    Contributed by Jim Butcher on Jul 11, 2005
    based on 10 ratings
     | 3,573 views

    This message points out 6 things we need to be doing to make sure our lives will have an eternal impact.

    Making Sure Your Legacy Is Built To Last: 1. Plan before you build. - v. 10b - “take heed how he builds” - Do I care if I build? Do I want to do quality work? 2. Get skilled in building. - v. 10 - “as a wise master builder” - Knowing how to do it well v. just giving a “whatever” job. - The ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Living Stones Versus Dead Wood

    Contributed by Jeffrey Kellum on May 21, 2003
    based on 66 ratings
     | 10,043 views

    Because Christ is the Cornerstone, we are to be living stones that build a spiritual house based on acceptable sacrifices.

    Introduction: 1 Peter 2:4-10 "Psalm 122 - I was glad when they said to me, come to the House of the Lord. Where else in this world can you go to hear such a message of hope; You are chosen, You are special, You are the people of God - Opening Prayer Illustration: I have an interesting item to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist