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  • Paul Fritz avatar

    How The Holy Spirit Empowers Us To Be Christ's Witnesses

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 59 ratings
     | 14,950 views

    Many people are afraid of witnessing because they fear being rejected, criticized or misunderstood. However, Christ knew that every single individual needs a Spirit empowered testimony to be delivered from an eternity in hell, sin and misery

    1. Many people are afraid of witnessing because they fear being rejected, criticized or misunderstood. However, Christ knew that every single individual needs a Spirit empowered testimony to be delivered from an eternity in hell, sin and misery. Without the strength of the Holy Spirit, the facts of ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Birth Of Christ (Account Of Luke) Series

    Contributed by Jun Evangelista on Dec 7, 2014
    based on 5 ratings
     | 5,930 views

    A critical mind will certainly seek evidence about the nativity story i.e. if it is fictional or true to life event. Fortunately, historical event base on Rome’s history supported the nativity as a non-fiction.

    The Birth of Christ According to the Gospel Accounts Matthew and Luke The Birth of Christ in the Account of Luke Luke 2:1-20 I. The possible anachronism? 2:1 In those days Caesar Augustus issued a decree that a census should be taken of the entire Roman world. 2(This was the first census that ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Right Way To Judge Series

    Contributed by Chad Bolfa on Apr 14, 2009
    based on 8 ratings
     | 7,928 views

    Jesus, here in the Sermon on the Mount, deals with two different extremes of the problem of human judgment. The first extreme is a harsh, critical spirit. The second extreme is permissiveness. Tonight, we want to take a look at both of these extremes, and

    Jesus’ Sermon on the Mount part 16 The right way to Judge Pm Service February 15th 2009 Matthew 7:1-6 Introduction About twenty-four years ago, a congregation in Oklahoma disfellowshiped a woman for immorality. When she filed a lawsuit against the church, the story made all the national news ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Pain Won’t Last Forever Series

    Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Oct 28, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 9,585 views

    Smyrna received no criticism from Christ, one of the only ones in Revelation 2-3. But they were going through terrible persecution. Jesus gives them comforting counsel and promises in Revelation 2:8-11.

    The Pain Won’t Last Forever Sermon 2 in the Series “You’ve Got Mail” Chuck Sligh July 31, 2022 For the PowerPoint for the sermon, write me at chucksligh@hotmail.com. TEXT: Revelation 2:8-11 – “And unto the angel of the church in Smyrna write; These things saith the first and the last, which was ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Parables Of Lost Sheep, Coin, Son Series

    Contributed by John Lowe on Oct 22, 2017
    based on 1 rating
     | 28,256 views

    The background for this parable is that multitudes of publicans and sinners came to hear the Lord Jesus. The Pharisees and scribes began to murmur, to criticize Him because of this. They were shocked that He would welcome them and even eat with them.

    Jerusalem Lesson: Parables of Lost Sheep, Coin, Son (1 Peter 2:25) Luke 15:1-32 This chapter has probably got the best-loved parable that our Lord told; we call it the parable of the Prodigal Son. The background for this parable is that multitudes of publicans and sinners came to hear the Lord ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Sixth Sunday Of Easter: The Advocate Or Paraclete

    Contributed by Paul Andrew on Apr 12, 2023
     | 1,320 views

    A minister with a cracked voice and an unprepossessing appearance will not have one-tenth the natural drawing power of a Gypsy Smith with his wonderful voice and attractive personality (especially if Gypsy Smith criticizes or attacks your faith or morals.

    Good morning, and Happy Mother’s Day to all our mothers and grandmothers and mother-figures such as big sisters in the congregation this morning. In a social media video, a woman named Nicole DeRoy explains one of the challenges of motherhood. She says, “My kids wanted to know what it was like ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

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    The Restoration Of Israel – Jeremiah – Part 6 – Chapter 31 (Part C) – The New Covenant With The House Of Israel And With The House Of Judah Series

    Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Feb 15, 2025
     | 460 views

    In this message we are looking at the most critical importance for the human race. It is the COVENANT God enacts. We look at several of these but the new covenant with Israel is where our focus will be. All covenants have their relevance in Calvary.

    THE RESTORATION OF ISRAEL – JEREMIAH – PART 6 – Chapter 31 (Part C) – THE NEW COVENANT WITH THE HOUSE OF ISRAEL AND WITH THE HOUSE OF JUDAH Jeremiah continues and we cover the prophecies of Chapter 31. This is the last Part of Chapter 31. These promises and great blessings for Israel is because ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Heaven’s Praise To God’s Final Preparations Series

    Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Nov 8, 2023
     | 981 views

    Seeing how God prepares for judgment is critical, and a vital lesson for us today. If we die without Jesus as our Savior, the judgment is the same: to be discarded from His presence and put into the same category as this world.

    Alpha and Omega, Part 43, Revelation Part 20 Heaven’s Praise to God’s Final Preparations Revelation 15:1-8 Introduction - Been studying Revelation together, to understand God’s plan for creation -- REM: Redemption of sin is granted through Jesus; and yes, we have a choice - Last time we ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Go! And Encourage One Another - 1 Thessalonians 5:11 Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jun 5, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 769 views

    We live in a world that constantly tears people down — with criticism, cynicism, and comparison. But in the body of Christ, we are called to something radically different. We are called to build up, not break down. To edify, not to erode. To encourage

    Go! And Encourage One Another - 1 Thessalonians 5:11 1 Thessalonians 5:11 (NLT): "So encourage each other and build each other up, just as you are already doing." Introduction: The Power of a Word Well-Spoken We live in a world that constantly tears people down — with criticism, ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    What Time Is It?

    Contributed by John Gaston on Oct 11, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,751 views

    We’re living in a critical moment in history – between the Cross and the 2nd Coming of Jesus! What's the Time? It's time we be ALERT, be ACTIVE, PRAY, and WIN SOULS!

    WHAT TIME IS IT? Mt. 13:35-36; 2 Tim. 4:3 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. A certain pastor claimed that his church people would be the first to go up into the clouds to meet the Lord Jesus in the Rapture. 2. Another minister said, “And on what basis do you make this remarkable assumption? “The ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Kenneth Trent avatar

    You Have Circled This Mountain Long Enough!

    Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Nov 18, 2002
    based on 124 ratings
     | 45,000 views

    Coming to Mt. Seir, Israel covetously circled the mountain, desiring to intimidate the inhabitants causing them to flee...hence God’s admonition.

    “YOU HAVE CIRCLED THIS MOUNTAIN LONG ENOUGH” “Then we turned and set out for the wilderness by the way to the Red Sea, as the Lord spoke to me, and circled Mount Seir for many days. And the Lord spoke to me, saying, ‘You have circled this mountain long enough. Now turn north.” Deuteronomy ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Inside The Ministry Series

    Contributed by Greg Nance on Oct 26, 2003
    based on 49 ratings
     | 9,219 views

    A closer look at the relationship between Paul and the Corinthian church is revealing. Motives of ministry that come from God are powerful and effective for the cause of Christ.

    True Christian Ministry on the Inside Verses one and two of chapter 6 are a continuation of verses 20-21 of chapter 5. Also at the end of this chapter, verse one of chapter 7 is part of what’s being said at the end of chapter 6. The truth is, the chapters and verses have butchered this letter! ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    What Blocks Us From Jesus Series

    Contributed by Dan Borchert on May 9, 2003
    based on 10 ratings
     | 3,897 views

    Jesus was resurected. But some people never notice. Some people never got to enjoy the resurection. What causes us to miss the resurection

    John 20:10-17 What Blocks us From Jesus Introduction A. Have you ever wondered why you can’t feel Jesus presence sometimes? B. Have you ever thought that Jesus was not there? C. Have you ever cried out to God and felt like no one was listening? D. If you have let me reassure of something E. You ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

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    Leading Others Upwards Series

    Contributed by Brian Bill on May 13, 2003
    based on 56 ratings
     | 8,851 views

    Leaders have an obligation to instruct others and not cause people to stumble. This is only possible when we stand in awe of God’s name.

    Leading Others Upward There are some things that only a mom can teach… My mother taught me about anticipation: “Just wait until your father gets home!” My mother taught me about medical science: “If you don’t stop crossing your eyes, they’re going to stay that way.” My mother taught me about ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    They Cast Lots Series

    Contributed by Robert Baldwin on Aug 22, 2004
    based on 11 ratings
     | 5,649 views

    The ship master awakened Jonan and said cry out to your God, and then they cast lots to see who had caused God to be angry.

    They Cast Lots Jonah 1:7 Intro. The shipmaster awoke Jonah and said, “Call upon your God.” The Bible doesn’t mention what Jonah replied, if anything. Although he was a prophet a man of God, he certainly had given up his right to communication and communion with God. He had assumed the role of a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist