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  • Dennis Lee avatar

    "Prayers The God Hears:" The Pharisee And Tax Collector

    Contributed by Dennis Lee on Sep 3, 2023
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    In the parable of the Pharisee and Tax Collector, we’ll be looking at those prayers God hears. However, is all speech skyward prayer, and are they the prayers God hears and answers. In a study of contrast, Jesus’s looks at prayer and the type of prayers God hears.

    Parables to Live By “Prayers the God Hears: The Pharisee and Tax Collector” Luke 18:9-14 Watch on YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xlUjYOQFsro Over the years, I’ve seen and heard quite a few prayers, and what others consider being the type of prayers that God hears. Now, almost ...read more

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    Denomination: Foursquare

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    Finding The Faith Of Our Heroes - Part 3: Noah And The Ark Series

    Contributed by Rick Crandall on Sep 4, 2023
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    When we have faith... 1. We will listen to God's warnings. 2. We will trust in God's wisdom. 3. We will start working for the Lord. 4. We will help make a difference in our world. 5. We will inherit God's righteousness.

    Finding the Faith of Our Heroes Part 3: Noah and the Ark Hebrews 11:1-7; Genesis 3:15; Genesis 6:8; Genesis 6:14-16 Sermon by Rick Crandall (Prepared September 4, 2023) BACKGROUND: *In Hebrews 11, we are studying some of the greatest Old Testament heroes of our faith. But remember that the heart ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • D. Dewaine Phillips avatar

    The Antichrist And New Babylon Series

    Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Sep 11, 2023
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    Study #9: This study looks at the Antichrist’s worldly kingdom. There is further discussion on the mark of the beast and the location of the Antichrist’s headquarters. Also discussed is the One World Order or New World Order.

    NOTE: This Bible study on the end times comes from the perspective of a pre-tribulation Rapture. Tonight, we are going to look at Revelation chapters 14 and 17. The last time we met, we discussed in detail “the Antichrist’s rise to power.” Tonight, we are going to discuss “the Antichrist’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Weight Of Judgment: How It Affects Our Relationship

    Contributed by Jm Raja Lawrence on Sep 13, 2023
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    Embracing Matthew 7:1-5, we explore 'The Weight of Judgment' and its profound effects on our relationships. Prepare to uncover transformative insights for richer, more meaningful connections.

    I. Introduction Recently I read “The One Year Love Language Minute Devotional by Gary Chapman” He wrote about his counseling experience, he explains, “When couples come to me for counseling, I often give each individual a sheet of paper and ask them to list their spouse’s faults. They will write ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Staring Down Your Critics Series

    Contributed by C. Philip Green on Dec 19, 2024
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    Behold the glory of the Lord and be bold in your service for the Lord.

    There is an old Peanuts cartoon, in which Linus has just written a comic strip of his own, and he wants Lucy's opinion. In the first frame, he tentatively hands Lucy his comic strip and says, “Lucy, would you read this and tell me if you think it is funny?” In the next frame, you see Lucy ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    John The Baptist "repent, Jesus Is Here!" - Matthew 3 Series

    Contributed by William Akehurst on Jan 18, 2025
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    Just as John the Baptist prepared the way of the LORD, we too are called to do the same and give the warning to “Repent”, to change. It's an urgent call for repentance, now more than ever before.

    2025.01.19. Sermon Notes. John the Baptist. Matthew 3 William Akehurst, HSWC BIG IDEA: Just as John the Baptist prepared the way of the LORD, we too are called to do the same and give the warning to “Repent”, to change. SCRIPTURES: Matthew 3:1-17, 2 Kings 1:7-8, Malachi 4:5, Luke 1:17, Isaiah ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Glory Of God In Nature And Scripture

    Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Jan 25, 2025
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    This interactive message explores Psalm 19 as a brilliant model for reflection and prayer.

    Sermon for January 26, 2026 - Psalm 19 This past Wednesday at the men’s Bible study we were looking at the song of Miriam and Moses from Exodus chapter 15 after they crossed through the Red sea. It’s a song, though the melody is lost to us because they had no way to write melodies 3000 years ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Is The Good News Good News For You? Series

    Contributed by James Wallace on Jan 28, 2025
     | 3,364 views

    Many believers today have come to the conclusion that it is wrong or not very important to share their faith with others. But what does God say about the Good News of Salvation? Is it Good News for you? Then share your good news with ohters

    Just a couple weeks ago we received an incredible praise report in our weekly Sunday afternoon prayer meeting. It was on a Communication Card, and it came from our precious Denise Miller. If you don’t know it, Denise works as the secretary of Esther Bennet Elementary School in Sun Valley, where ...read more

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    Denomination: Bible Church

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    The Advantage Of The Jew Series

    Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Dec 6, 2023
     | 1,198 views

    Examining Paul's discourse in answering the question, "What advantage has the Jew"

    Dr. Bradford Reaves CrossWay Christian Fellowship Hagerstown, MD www.mycrossway.org We are continuing in our study of the Epistle to the Romans. If you remember, last week, we concluded Chapter 2 with the understanding that the Jew is no better off than the Gentile if their hearts are not ...read more

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    Denomination: Brethren

  • Dr. Odell Belger avatar

    Have We Forgotten Whose Birtday It Is? (Christmas Sermon)

    Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Dec 14, 2023
     | 1,870 views

    Can you imagine going to a birthday party and everyone their gave their gifts to each other but the person who was having a birthday no one gives them a gift.

    Wouldn’t that be an odd birthday party!!! This is the way many celebrate the Lord’s Birthday. Have we forgotten whose birthday we are celebrating at Christmas? It is not: • Frosty the snowman • Rudolph the red nose reindeer • Santa Claus We are celebrating the birth of Christ. We will soon ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Walking In The Spirit Series

    Contributed by Richard Tow on Dec 17, 2023
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     | 3,734 views

    Believers are commanded to walk in the Spirit, but what does that mean? This message explores how the human spirit is to operate in relationship to the believer's soul. With instruction from Galatians 5 the difference between walking in the Spirit versus the flesh is examined.

    Intro We are investigating the function or operation of the human spirit in relationship to God and the person’s soul. In Proverbs 20:27 we are told: “The spirit of a man is the lamp of the LORD, Searching all the inner depths of his heart.” i What is this saying about the human spirit? It is the ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

  • MELVIN MAUGHMER, JR. avatar

    The Season The Reason The Gift

    Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Dec 26, 2023
     | 1,922 views

    Contrary to the cliche and tradition Jesus is not the reason for the season. Jesus is the ultimate gift.

    The Season, The Reason, The Gift By Bishop Melvin L. Maughmer, Jr. OPENING: - This is truly a wonderful time of the year. One of my favorite Christmas songs is “At Christmas Time” by Luther Vandross, I love this song because it is true in so many ways, some of the words are “Ooh, every year at ...read more

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    Denomination: Apostolic

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    God Wants To Help All Christians Live In Victory Series

    Contributed by Rick Crandall on Jan 7, 2024
     | 2,076 views

    Here's how... 1. God urges us to test for the truth (vs. 1). 2. God gives us good tools to test for the truth (vs. 2-3; 5-6). 3. God gives us His abundant affection (vs. 1, 4). 4. God confirms that we are conquerors (vs. 4a). 5. God stresses the strength of His Spirit in us (vs. 4b).

    God Wants to Help All Christians Live in Victory 1 John 4:1-6 Sermon by Rick Crandall Series: The First Epistle of John (Prepared January 7, 2024) MESSAGE: *The Allies winning World War II was one of the greatest military, political and moral victories of all time. Millions of people were set ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dr. Bradford Reaves avatar

    The Days Of Elijah Series

    Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Jan 9, 2024
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    Elijah is credited with 10 miracles happening during his ministry, some of which we will talk about here. Yet Elijah has no book in the Bible named after him. Elijah was human with emotions, disappointments, fears, and doubts. ‌

    Dr. Bradford Reaves CrossWay Christian Fellowship Hagerstown, MD www.mycrossway.org Introduction In the thirty-eighth year of Asa king of Judah, Ahab the son of Omri began to reign over Israel, and Ahab the son of Omri reigned over Israel in Samaria twenty-two years. 30 And Ahab the son of Omri ...read more

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    Denomination: Brethren

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    Living Ready Series

    Contributed by Duane Wente on Jan 17, 2024
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     | 2,755 views

    Are we living ready for Jesus’ return? Being ready means: Living with hope - living each day with anticipation for Jesus’ return; living a sanctified life - standing out and reflecting the transformative power of faith; and, having a renewed witness - sharing the love of Jesus with all others!

    Introduction Video Ill.: Til Kingdom Come I think that was a pretty good summary of what we discussed last week — Scripture teaches us that Jesus is coming. We do not know when. We can know that it will be soon. Most importantly, we must be ready and waiting. On Firm Ground Source: Will Norton, ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ