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  • Thomas Swope avatar

    If Nominated I Will Not Run, If Elected I Will Not Serve Series

    Contributed by Thomas Swope on Jun 17, 2011
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    A study of chapter 10 verses 1 through 34

    Isaiah 10: 1 – 34 If Nominated I Will Not Run, If Elected I Will Not Serve 1 “Woe to those who decree unrighteous decrees, who write misfortune, which they have prescribed 2 To rob the needy of justice, and to take what is right from the poor of My people, that widows may be their ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

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    Growing Via The Holy Spirit

    Contributed by Ernie Arnold on May 11, 2016
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    Jesus shares how the Holy Spirit will teach us and help us grow! 1. Jesus shares that there is much more to learn and grow -v. 12 2. Jesus shares that learning and growth is only possible through His Holy Spirit v. 13 - 15

    Scripture: John 16:12-15; Proverbs 8:1-4 and Romans 5:1-5 Title: Holy Spirit Growth Proposition: Jesus shares with us we how the Holy Spirit can help us grow! 1. Jesus shares that there is much more to learn and grow - verse 12 2. Jesus shares that learning and growth is only ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    God's Contempt Of Complaint

    Contributed by Donnie Martin on May 1, 2003
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    Complaining in self-pity is a practice that hurts the heart of God, influences others to do the same, and results in God’s judgment.

    God’s Contempt Of Complaint Text: Num.11: 1-3 Intro: Complaining is an activity all of us have participated in at one time or another. Most of us utter complaints without even thinking about it. It seems almost natural to vocalize our displeasure when things don’t quite turn out as we think ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Importance Of Making A Decision Series

    Contributed by John Hamby on Jul 14, 2003
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    This account of the decision that Pilate made concerning Jesus has much to that it may be saying to us about decision making.

    A Study of the Book of Luke Sermon # 64 “The Importance of Making a Decision” Luke 23:1-25 Jesus had just emerged at dawn from his religious trial before the Sanhedrin in which his admission that he was the Son of God had enraged the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Here's Your Sign

    Contributed by Sheila Crowe on Nov 16, 2002
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    The Sign of Jonah for the 21st century

    Sermon: Here’s Your Sign Matt 16:1 November 10, 2002 I. Our World is Looking for Signs A. Signs, Signs, Everywhere you look you see them. 1. Street Signs (a) Stop, speed limit, merge signs, one way traffic signs (b) Caution signs like: Caution Water on Road during rain. 2. Advertising ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Tale Of Two Churches Part I Series

    Contributed by David Thrower on Feb 11, 2005
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    There is a coming conflict that will boil down to two religions - one right and one wrong. Which will you be part of?

    Much has been written about the socio-political situation at the time of the end, but we need to study more what will take place in the religious realm at those times. Common sense tells us that the closing hours of the age are about a conflict - Satan is seeking to usurp God’s place so that he ...read more

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    Denomination: Orthodox

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    Walking Through A Season Of Crushing/ The Death Of Expectation

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Nov 5, 2008
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    We often find ourselves in A SEASON OF CRUSHING. I can’t seem to understand WHY we are going through this. We can’t allow our dreaming ability to be hindered! Dream on!

    WALKING THROUGH A SEASON OF CRUSHING ... THE DEATH OF EXPECTATION... By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com I have rarely started a lesson with the conclusion, but I think I shall start with the end and then build up to the conclusion. CONCLUSION: AFFLICTION IS NOT ALWAYS CHASTISEMENT. ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • William D. Brown avatar

    Judgment # 2 "The Judgment Of Self” 1st Cor.11: 31-32 Series

    Contributed by William D. Brown on Nov 8, 2008
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    -#2- {self-judgment of our daily sins}, after we’re saved.

    JUDGMENT # 2 “THE JUDGMENT OF SELF” 1st Cor.11: 31-32 8-02-08 Today we’ll continue our study to do with “the seven judgments” that we find in the Bible. Listen as I read today’s text verses found in 1st Cor.11: 31-32 For if we would judge ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Sterling Franklin avatar

    Prophetic Gifts: The Prophets And The Wise Men

    Contributed by Sterling Franklin on Jan 3, 2011
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    A survey focus on the prophecy behind the Son of God from the Old Testament, as well as the significance of the gifts in light of these prophecies.

    Prophetic Gifts The Prophets and the Wise Men Originally given December 2005 @ North Suburban Evangelical Free Church - Deerfield, IL Sterling C. Franklin The Prophets: Who was the Messiah? I. A Few Prophecies about IDENTITY The Son of God (Psalm 2:7; 2:12) 2:7 - I will tell of the decree: The ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Man's Responsibility And God's Sovereignty: A Portrait Of Pilate

    Contributed by Sterling Franklin on Jan 8, 2011
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    Pilate was quite the people-pleaser, yet God allowed this man to be in power to further God's plan to bring us hope and reconciliation through Jesus. What can we learn and how can we celebrate Jesus' Sacrifice?

    Given at Glorious King Jesus (Christian Church) Apex, NC January 9, 2011 Man's Responsibility and God's Sovereignty: A Portrait of Pilate Scripture Reading: John 19 I. Man's Responsibility - Portrait of Pilate Pilate was governor or 'prefect' of Judea during the time of Jesus' ministry. ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Michael Deutsch avatar

    Jesus: Man Of Sorrows Series

    Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Jun 27, 2014
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    Lent series focusing on different aspect of tears in the Bible.

    Jesus: Man of Sorrows Isaiah 53:1-5 2 Corinthians 7:10-11 March 9, 2014 - Lent 1 If you weren’t aware of it, Fat Tuesday was this past Tuesday. Fat Tuesday is also called Mardi Gras. Traditionally, it’s a time of celebration. There are parades, parties, balls and if you’re in ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Steve Ely avatar

    Road Rules - Pt. 2 - Side Stitches & Shin Splints Series

    Contributed by Steve Ely on Aug 26, 2010
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     | 4,384 views

    On your mark, get set, GO . . . We are all running. Life is a race. To run well, you must run smart.

    I. Introduction As I mentioned last Sunday, and as you can without a doubt you can tell by looking at my physique, I have a long history of running in my past. I began running Cross Country in the 9th grade and began learning different lessons about running. My time at State my Freshmen year for ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • George Stadler avatar

    Sin In The Camp

    Contributed by George Stadler on Feb 5, 2012
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    The Church has become Anemic in these days of winking at sin. The story of Achan's sin calls us to respond to sin in our congregations and our personal lives to again have the blessing of God and his power to defeat the enemy.

    Sin in the Camp Joshua 7:1-26 I don’t know you, other than perhaps a casual meeting at one time or another. I am not your pastor so I do not have to worry about what you may think. I’m not a DS or GS so politics are the least of my worries. • I am a sinner saved by ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Allan Quak avatar

    Out Of Bounds, But Not Out Of Grace

    Contributed by Allan Quak on Dec 12, 2005
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    When Jesus meets the Syrophoenician woman He seems to act totally out of character. However there is a reason why He acts in this way … and it is a reason which gives us all hope.

    Mark 7:24-30 People of God in the Lord Jesus Christ, On many occasions in the Scriptures the actions of Jesus make perfect sense – but our text doesn’t seem to fit into that category does it. The way Jesus acts in this passage seems to be so out of character, doesn’t it.. In fact this is the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Anointed To Witness And Serve - Week 3 - The Power To ‘convey’ Prophecy, Tongues, And Interpretation Series

    Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Aug 20, 2019
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     | 3,922 views

    These spiritual manifestation gifts are used to convey the heart of God and operate for His glory, as well as for the edification of the Christian, and to evoke change in the heart of the non-Christian to help bring about repentance and their surrender to the Lordship of Jesus Christ.

    The English word “convey” is defined as: “to impart or communicate by statement, suggestion, gesture, or appearance: to transfer or deliver to another” (Merriam-Webster). The meaning also includes the ability to give or transmit. These spiritual manifestation gifts are used to convey the heart of ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational