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  • Ron Ferguson avatar

    Message In 1peter – Number 6 – Follow My Example Of Suffering And Walk Accordingly (But Not The Writer’s Example) – 1peter 2:21-23 Series

    Contributed by Ron Ferguson on May 24, 2023
     | 1,279 views

    This message looks at examples, especially Christ's example in suffering. Committed Christians take up their crosses and follow Christ, their example. Our Lord has set the example in suffering. That will lead to persecution/suffering when we deny self and walk in His footsteps.

    MESSAGE IN 1PETER – NUMBER 6 – FOLLOW MY EXAMPLE OF SUFFERING AND WALK ACCORDINGLY (BUT NOT THE WRITER’S EXAMPLE) – 1Peter 2:21-23 {{1Peter 2:21 “For you have been called for this purpose, since Christ also suffered for you, leaving you an example for you to follow in His steps,”}} [A]. A ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Sin: Separation Anxiety

    Contributed by Peter Loughman on Oct 28, 2006
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,735 views

    God will let unpleasant things happen in our life to move us on spiritually

    Intro Story – swimming lessons. When I was about six years old I took swimming lessons one summer Remember, what it was like? I was scared – but it wasn’t so bad. We started by blowing bubbles, splashing in the pool, Dog paddle, pushing off from the side of the pool. The Instructor is always there ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    "Begin Dreaming Again"

    Contributed by Marilyn Murphree on Sep 13, 2005
    based on 38 ratings
     | 17,773 views

    We can begin dreaming again in spite of tragedies in our life. It is possible to believe that God can restore our losses.

    liff and Saltillo UM Churches September 18, 2005 Dr. Marilyn S. Murphree “Begin Dreaming Again” Nehemiah 1:1-11 Introduction: Although the Jews completed the temple in 516 B. C., the city walls remained in a shambles for the next 70 years. These walls represented power and protection to the ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    "The Potter And The Clay"

    Contributed by Dave Martin on Jan 7, 2003
    based on 85 ratings
     | 17,800 views

    For Human Clay to be effectively shaped and ultimately used it must cooperate with the Potter - We are clay with a will of our own!

    "The Potter and the Clay" Text: Jeremiah 18:1-6 & Selected Cross Creek Community Church Pastor Dave Martin – December 1, 2002 God’s Word is Powerful, Relevant, and Life Changing! From an article in Reader’s Digest: A friend of mine awoke one morning to find a puddle of water in the middle of his ...read more

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    Denomination: Bible Church

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    Marriage Series

    Contributed by Keith Andrews on Jun 13, 2006
    based on 27 ratings
     | 21,772 views

    Fourth in the "From the Heart" Series. Basics building blocks to marriage.

    Marriage All Scripture Marked NKJV: The New King James Version. 1996, c1982. Nashville: Thomas Nelson. Tonight, we are continuing a series called “From the Heart” and tonight we are talking about Marriage. When I began thinking about this series, I was at home enjoying the time with my family. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Snake Conversations

    Contributed by David Ward on Aug 4, 2003
    based on 54 ratings
     | 7,158 views

    A look at the tempter’s tactics from Genesis 3:1-6

    Snake Conversations Genesis 3:1-6 [READ] Introduction: Iron Eyes Cody was the Native American who appeared in the old “Keep America Beautiful” TV commercials. He told an Indian legend from many years ago. Indian youths would go away in solitude to prepare for manhood. One such youth hiked ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Deliverance Of The Brain

    Contributed by Daniel Olukoya on Mar 22, 2010
    based on 78 ratings
     | 64,410 views

    No matter how hard you try, the devil can never be your friend. The enemy can never be friendly with you because of this great statement in the word of God: “It shall bruise thy head and thou shall bruise his heel.” It refers to some important parts of th

    Beloved, I would like you to read this week’s message carefully and prayerfully because it concerns everybody. It is entitled, “Deliverance of the brain.” In Genesis 3:15, we see one of the most profound verses in the scriptures. It says, “And I will put enmity between thee ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Leap Year

    Contributed by Wayne Lawson on Mar 14, 2012
    based on 6 ratings
     | 24,913 views

    This morning I want to let you know that this is Leap Year. God is doing something right now in our midst, and when He is done working it out for you, your life will never be the same. This will truly be a Leap Year for you.

    TITLE: LEAP YEAR SCRIPTURE: ST. LUKE 1:41 This is a text that is ordinarily preached during the Advent Season or Christmas Holy Day period. However; the text is powerful and makes for dynamic preaching anytime during the year. I must admit when the Holy Spirit began to deal with me in ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Promises For The Faithful Series

    Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Mar 27, 2008
    based on 58 ratings
     | 20,694 views

    Our future depends on our past & present attitude & actions toward God. Yet even if we have thwarted God’s purposes in our past, He is willing to restore us, for God is a God of redemption. He holds out gracious promises to those who turn to Him.

    ISAIAH 48: 17-22 PROMISES FOR THE FAITHFUL [Jeremiah 50:4-8] Had Israel responded to God in their past, their present life and circumstances would have been considerably different. Instead of being enslaved and going into exile they would have walked in ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Only Idiots Throw Stones, Blinded Minds

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Sep 21, 2019
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,499 views

    There are 18 Shimei's in the Bible. Shimei son of Gera has a great lesson to share. BE CAREFUL WHEN YOU THROW STONES... BLIND EYES ARE SAD, BUT BLINDED MINDS ARE TERRIBLE. Look up: Part #2 The consequences of throwing stones.

    ONLY IDIOTS THROW STONES, BLINDED MINDS By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com TEXT: John 8:7 So when they continued asking him, he lifted up himself, and said unto them, He that is without sin among you, let him first cast a stone at her. I love Bible study. I love to study book ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    God Sees The Heart Part One Series

    Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Apr 23, 2021
     | 5,431 views

    God uses the prophet Samuel to minister to the future king David. God use Samuel after he thought he was washed up and un-useable. He can use us too!

    God sees the heart 1 Samuel 16:1-7 Introduction- Did you ever think about the way God see us. God sees the heart and knows what is in our hearts. We cannot fool God when it comes to the heart. The world may be fooled but not God. It will be a two part sermon- today looking at the prophet Samuel ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    The Light That Shines! Series

    Contributed by Gordon Curley on Aug 1, 2021
     | 2,188 views

    The Light That Shines! - Acts chapter 26 verses 1-36. sermon by Gordon Curley (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

    SERMON OUTLINE: Background: Meet the Cast: • (1). Festus, the Roman Governor. • (2). King Agrippa. • (3). The Apostle Paul. Outline: Three Key Points:: • (1). Paul saw the light (vs 1-16) • (2). The Gentiles need the light (vs 17-18). • (3). Festus & Agrippa rejected the light (vs ...read more

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    Denomination: Brethren

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    Throw Out The Old, Bring In The New

    Contributed by John Gaston on Dec 31, 2022
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,743 views

    All over the world people have traditions of throwing out the old and bringing in the new. It's a scriptural practice -- 2 Cor. 5:17. We need to have DEEP SORROW for sin, to UTTERLY FORSAKE our sins, and to TRUST IN JESUS for pardon.

    THROW OUT THE OLD, BRING IN THE NEW Mark 1:15 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. A New Year's resolution is something that goes in one year and out the other. 2. In 2023, may your neighbors respect you, troubles neglect you, angels protect you, and heaven accept you. 3. May all your troubles ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Not Growing Weary Series

    Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Aug 1, 2024
     | 1,930 views

    WE must realize the freedom we have in Christ and walk close with Jesus

    Life Choice Series Not growing weary Galatians 6:1-10 Good morning church, we are glad that you are joining us and we pray the Lord speaks to you in a powerful way as we gather to hear his word. Prayer- We have been in a series called Life Choices- We’ve looked at the most important choice and ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    How To Conduct Cross-Cultural Research

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Aug 13, 2001
    based on 26 ratings
     | 3,803 views

    The decisions we make are only as good as the information we based them on,’’ said a famous man. If we are trying to catch fish it makes sense that we will want to know something about the animal. What type of fish are we looking for? What are his feedin

    HOW TO CONDUCT CROSS-CULTURAL RESEARCH Learning Objectives 1. Analyze why we should conduct cross- cultural research? 2. Learn the components of research. 3. Discover the Biblical basis of research. 4. Describe some of the errors to avoid in research. 5. Understand how to overcome some ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational