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  • Tom Shepard avatar

    Proverbs 7 - The Art Of Seduction Series

    Contributed by Tom Shepard on Oct 14, 2011
    based on 24 ratings
     | 23,470 views

    This is a study of Proverbs chapter seven.

    We will now look at Proverbs chapter seven: INVITATION TO LEARN WISDOM 1 My son, keep my words, And treasure my commands within you. 2 Keep my commands and live, And my law as the apple of your eye. 3 Bind them on your fingers; Write them on the tablet of your heart. 4 Say to wisdom, "You are my ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Parable Of The Rich Fool

    Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Oct 17, 2013
    based on 1 rating
     | 8,384 views

    Parable is a short story that illustrates a moral point and Jesus illustrates that in the parable of rich fool.

    The parable of the Rich Fool Luke 12:13-12:21 Introduction- Please turn to Luke 12:13-21. This is the parable of the Rich fool. It is the recorded words of Jesus addressing a conflict between two brothers over an inheritance. The words of Jesus goes much deeper than two brothers arguing ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    Don't Play Games

    Contributed by Terry Cavanaugh on Feb 26, 2016
     | 7,764 views

    This message is about repentance and the three games people play to keep from repenting.

    Don’t Play Games Luke 13:1-9 As many of you know, I received a really cool sewing machine for my birthday. It has the ability to embroider designs on material. I have been playing with the machine since I got it. I now can make some really cool designs. But it did not start that way. ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Foundational Demands Of Fatherhood-1

    Contributed by Byron Sherman on Jun 18, 2019
     | 2,516 views

    1 of 3. The Holy Spirit used the writer of Proverbs to reveal the foundational demands of Fatherhood. Those demands are obviously available & accessible. But what are some of those demands? A foundational demand of fatherhood is to...

    FOUNDATIONAL DEMANDS OF FATHERHOOD-I—Proverbs 23:22-25 Attention: Father’s Day...So What? As of June 14, 2019 the ‘National Retail Federation’ says 76% of people plan to celebrate Father's Day. Compare that to 84% on mother's day. We also spend more on mom. $25 billion dollars compared ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Toss The Coin And Roll The Dice

    Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Oct 27, 2020
    based on 2 ratings
     | 4,007 views

    How many live their lives like they toss a coin? Do you realize how many people leave their life to chance?

    Toss the coin and roll the dice Proverbs 16:1-9 Prayer- Good Morning Introduction- Proverbs 16:33 tells us that (NIV) “The lot is cast into the lap, but its every decision is from the Lord” The passion version says, “We may toss the coin and roll the dice but God’s will is greater than ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    Fundamentals Of The Faith - Week 6 - Continuing In The Faith – Part 1 Series

    Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Dec 15, 2020
    based on 4 ratings
     | 2,468 views

    1. PRAYER 2. PURPOSE OF PRAYER 3. ANSWERS TO PRAYER 4. CONDITIONS FOR ANSWERED PRAYER

    Prayer is basic and fundamental in the life of a Christian, being the very lifeline itself. It is an act of worship, the communion of the soul with God, spirit with Spirit, the saved with the Savior. A. Variety of Prayer. 1. Luke 18:13 "God, have mercy on me, a sinner." a. Prayer is ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Graduation 2021

    Contributed by Joshua Blackmon on May 15, 2021
     | 10,279 views

    A sermon celebrating and admonishing our graduates. This is a sermon modified from a sermon by Dan Borchert accessed at: https://www.sermoncentral.com/sermons/graduation-2003-dan-borchert-sermon-on-discipleship-64020

    Graduation Celebration 2021! 2 Timothy 1:7, Philippians 3:13-14, Hebrews 12:1-3 How Do I Make It In This World? Introduction Everyone is trying to make it in this world. Some people will go to considerable lengths attempting to find success. An athlete might try taking steroids or ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    God Leads His People Series

    Contributed by Jon Daniels on May 17, 2021
     | 8,969 views

    Sermon based on Ex. 13:17-22 - Helps hearers understand that God has always led His people, & He still does today.

    “GOD LEADS HIS PEOPLE” Ex. 13:17-22 FBCF – 5/16/21 Jon Daniels INTRO – What do all these have in common? - Hide & Seek - Kickball, Wiffle ball - Four Square - Kick the Can - Duck, Duck, Goose - Freeze Tag - Red Rover Children’s games. Played everyone of them at some point in my childhood. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Wicked Men Instruments To Serve God’s Own Purpose

    Contributed by Phillip Smith on Jan 10, 2026
     | 29 views

    This morning let us recognize a spiritual tactic of God using wicked men as instruments to serve His purpose.

    Apostle John has written one of the Gospels recorded in the New Testament. His account of the life of Jesus of Nazzreth differs from the other accounts due to the main theme of which John tries to speak to the reader. When we compare the four accounts of the life of Jesus we find each told their ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Don't Become Distracted By The Noises PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 23, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,123 views

    This sermon encourages us to trust God in our darkest hours, using the example of Peter walking on water towards Jesus in Matthew 14:29.

    Good morning, beloved congregation. It is indeed a blessing to gather together in the house of the Lord, bound by our shared faith and united in our devotion to the One who loved us first. As we gather here today, let us remember the words of the great preacher Charles Spurgeon who once said, "To ...read more

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    Submitting To God's Will Series

    Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Aug 4, 2023
     | 2,940 views

    True religion submits to God’s will for our lives.

    INTRODUCTION • How willing are you to follow the lead and direction of another person? • Many of us would say it depends on who the other person is and whether they are or someone we trust and respect. • Let's say the person in question is someone you trust and respect. • Are you willing to be ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Charting The Course On The Road To Success

    Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Sep 26, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,141 views

    Where do we go from here? This is a lesson on how God selected Moses’ replacement and then charted Joshua’s course on the road to success.

    Sermon. Charting the Course On the Road to Success Scripture Text: Joshua 1:5-9 “No one will be able to stand against you as long as you live. For I will be with you as I was with Moses. I will not fail you or abandon you. “Be strong and courageous, for you are the one who will lead these people ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Proper Alignment

    Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Mar 27, 2023
     | 11,915 views

    Out of Alignment happens when the arrangement in which two or more things are not positioned in a straight line or parallel to each other. We will begin to drift and unless we correct the problem we will end up in spiritual accident that could have devastating consequences.

    Proper Alignment By Bishop Melvin L. Maughmer, Jr. OPENING: - Have your ever driven a car that constantly pulls to the left or right, if you take your hand off the steering wheel for a second it immediately pulls and before you know it you are either headed off the road or into oncoming traffic ...read more

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    Denomination: Apostolic

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    Father's Day 2023

    Contributed by Guy Glass on Jun 26, 2023
     | 1,461 views

    This is a very simple message for Father's on their day. it looks at some of the things we should be as Fathers using the Word FATHER.

    FATHER’S DAY 2023 BETHANY BAPTIST CHURCH JOHN 8:32 THEN YOU WILL KNOW THE TRUTH, AND THE TRUTH WILL SET YOU FREE.” INTRODUCTION: WELL, AS I DID A WEB SEARCH FOR “GREAT MEN” QUOTES, I FOUND MANY THAT EXPRESSED A RATHER PRAGMATIC AND, IN MY OPINION, UNBIBLICAL VIEW OF MANHOOD. HERE ARE A FEW: ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Christ The Strong Series

    Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Jun 19, 2006
    based on 3 ratings
     | 2,779 views

    Jesus Christ is the ultimate example of what it means to be strong.

    Christ The Strong (I Peter 2:18-25) A Father’s Day Top Ten #10 Whenever possible, please say whatever you have to say during commercials. #9 Shopping is NOT a sport, and no, we are never going to think of it that way. #8 Sunday afternoon = sports. It’s like the full moon or the changing of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible