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  • Byron Sherman avatar

    Wickedness That Invites Repercussion-1(2016-17) Series

    Contributed by Byron Sherman on Oct 6, 2016
     | 3,798 views

    1 of 7. Genesis records humanity's wanton wickedness & its repercussions.Wanton wickedness invites repercussion. How does wickedness invite repercussion? 7 aberrations of wickedness that invite repercussion.

    WICKEDNESS That INVITES REPERCUSSION-I—Genesis 6:1-8 OR The Repercussions of Wickedness Attention: Talking to his friend, Harvey said, “Eddie. I just had a pretty decent quarrel with my wife.” but we made up. “Oh yeah?,” said Eddie. Harvey says, “I love my wife. When our argument was over, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    He's Preparing The Way!

    Contributed by Charlie Roberts on Jan 6, 2017
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     | 11,149 views

    If you are willing to seek God to be the source for the direction in your life, He won't let you down. He will keep His promises to you and He takes each one of His promises very seriously!

    He's Preparing the Way! Ephesians 2:7-10 MSG 7-10 Now God has us where he wants us, with all the time in this world and the next to shower grace and kindness upon us in Christ Jesus. Saving is all his idea, and all his work. All we do is trust him enough to let him do it. It’s God’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    A Benediction To The Beloved Series

    Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Jan 25, 2017
     | 6,335 views

    Concluding his letter, Paul offer a final word of grace. He encouraged worship of the Lord, fellowship together, and resting in the Lord's grace. We need to embrace these aspects for a vibrant Christian life.

    A Benediction to the Beloved Philippians 4: 20-23 As you study Paul’s epistle to the Philippian church, it quickly becomes evident that they are very dear to his heart. They were his crown of rejoicing, and he longed to come to them once again if the Lord allowed. Having shared much with ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Something You Can't Give Yourself

    Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Jan 31, 2017
     | 5,491 views

    The overall theme of the message this evening is that Jesus offers you His gift of a right relationship with God.

    Tonight’s session is pretty short. Does that upset anyone? What is the best gift you have ever unwrapped? In tonight’s session, we are going to talk about the gift you can’t give yourself. And the overall theme of the message this evening is that Jesus offers you His gift of a right ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Truth Or Traditions?

    Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Feb 24, 2017
    based on 3 ratings
     | 4,277 views

    When we stand before the One is the Truth will our traditions remain or be burned up at the BEMA?

    Mat 15:2 Why do thy disciples transgress the tradition of the elders? for they wash not their hands when they eat bread. 3 But he answered and said unto them, Why do ye also transgress the commandment of God by your tradition? The problem with the world is not that it that it resists truth. That ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Forgiving Means Forgetting Series

    Contributed by Jim Kilson on Apr 23, 2014
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     | 5,463 views

    Part 2 of 10 in a series dedicated to debunking commonly held myths that we think are in the Bible but really aren't, myths that can and often do have devastating effects on our faith.

    INTRODUCTION: Forgiveness; just the mere mention of the word elicits a variety of feelings and reactions in us, some positive, some very much negative. Wrapped up in this word are feelings of joy and relief, and of consternation and even anger. Forgiveness is a word that indeed “moves” ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    Lesson 1: What Is Prayer And Why Questions?

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Apr 25, 2014
     | 805 views

    Questions about Prayer Every Christian Must Answer

    A. INTRODUCTION 1. Prayer is based on a relationship to God where you simply talk with God. 2. Prayer is communication with God. 3. Prayer is family relationship. 4. Jesus excludes praying in any other name such as Buddha, Confucius, and even Allah. “I am the way, the truth, and the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Nahum

    Contributed by John Mccormack on Jul 6, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,814 views

    FOCAL POINT: JUDGMENT AND RELATIONSHIP

    NAHUM NAHUM 1: 1-9 FOCAL POINT: JUDGMENT AND RELATIONSHIP INTRODUCTION: NAHUM (COMFORT OR CONSOLATION) A HEBREW, WAS CONSIDERED A MINOR PROPHET AND CONTEMPORARY OF HABAKKUK AND ZEPHANIAH. THE ASSYRIANS CONTROLLED THE REGION AT THIS TIME. PREVIOUSLY, THE PROPHET JONAH BROUGHT THE AREA TO ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Don't Be Mad

    Contributed by Reverend Michael L. Collins on Mar 17, 2012
    based on 10 ratings
     | 17,815 views

    Luke 6:6-11

    Luke 6:6-11 6 And it came to pass also on another sabbath, that he entered into the synagogue and taught: and there was a man whose right hand was withered. 7 And the scribes and Pharisees watched him, whether he would heal on the sabbath day; that they might find an accusation against him. 8 But ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Missing Climax Series

    Contributed by Rick Burdette on Apr 17, 2012
     | 3,517 views

    Relationship, the law, bitterness

    THE MISSING CLIMAX Luke 15: 25-32 (p 740) Aug. 7, 2011 INTRODUCTION: I bought a murder mystery book last year to take with me on a trip...It was a Sue Grafton book called "P" is for Peril. I bought it used at a bookstore...I like Sue Grafton..She's written these mysteries from every ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    God's Beautiful Symphony Series

    Contributed by David Dykes on Aug 19, 2012
    based on 4 ratings
     | 14,268 views

    Like instruments in an orchestra playing the same piece of music, so should all the members of the church and when the church is out of tune, it can get ugly. Four ways Jesus tells us we can tune up our lives.

    INTRODUCTION I really enjoy listening to a great symphony orchestra performing classical music. One of my favorite composers is Johann Sebastian Bach. His most famous composition was “Jesu, Joy of Man’s Desiring.” Here’s a little bit of trivia about Bach that you might not ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    If I Have 600 Facebook Friends, Why Do I Still Feel Lonely?

    Contributed by Jim Butcher on Aug 23, 2013
     | 5,480 views

    This message addresses the ironic situation we find ourselves in today: more connected than ever yet lonelier than ever. The message focuses on the idea that having 2 or 3 good friends is more important than having 600 Facebook "friends."

    [Video: see attached sheet – “The Innovation of Loneliness” – only use part of it – it’s at vimeo.com/70534716] FIRST THINGS FIRST: It’s a lie that you can have 600 friends. - For our purposes this morning, I want to use the terms “friends” ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Lesson 2: Pray

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Feb 29, 2012
    based on 5 ratings
     | 1,989 views

    What Happens when You Pray

    Series: When You . . . Dr. Elmer Towns Lesson 2: Pray February 26, 2012 A. WHAT IS PRAYER? MATTHEW 6:5-15 1. Prayer is relationship with your heavenly Father. “For your Father knows” (6:8). “Our Father in heaven” (6:9). 2. Prayer is not ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • John Gaston avatar

    Four Anchors For Life’s Storms

    Contributed by John Gaston on Sep 11, 2017
    based on 6 ratings
     | 50,492 views

    How will you respond when your storm hits? During Paul's storm, 4 anchors kept them from going under. Our four anchors are 1. Relationship with God, 2. the Word of God, 3. the People of God, and 4. Patient Endurance.

    FOUR ANCHORS FOR LIFE’S STORMS Acts 27:1-44 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. There was a farmer who had three sons: Jim, John, and Sam. No one in the family had ever attended church or had time for God. The local church and pastor had tried to reach them, but to no avail. 2. Then one day Sam was ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Jesus Makes An Entrance Series

    Contributed by Stephen Sheane on Aug 7, 2018
     | 8,537 views

    Palm Sunday

    JESUS MAKES AN ENTRANCE John and his friend George went golfing together one Saturday morning as they had for 24 years. They were fanatics about their golf game. Later that day, John returned home completely exhausted and plopped down in his easy chair. His wife was quite concerned since he was ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance