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Christian Trash Talk Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Aug 25, 2014

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James describes the difference between unrighteous condemnation and righteous discernment.

This week AP sportswriter Jon Krawczynski wrote an article about the NBA playoffs that began with these words: Talk is cheap in these NBA playoffs, and it seems as if everyone wants in on the act. As the stakes grew in the first round, the venom being spewed became ever more toxic. Superstars are ...read more

Scripture: James 4:11-12

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Is . . .! Series

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Dec 16, 2017

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A look at who Jesus is through the book of Hebrews.

Thanksgiving Hebrews 13:20-21 November 26, 2017 Well, we’ve officially entered the Christmas season! It seems too soon. It doesn’t seem like this should be the last Sunday of November and advent starts next Sunday! We’re past Black Friday and maybe my mood is not great is because I didn’t go ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 13:20-21

Denomination: Baptist

Yom Kippur - Our Judeo-Christian Heritage Series

Contributed by William Akehurst on Oct 1, 2025

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Yom Kippur is GOD’s appointed holy day for atonement, repentance, and spiritual renewal, where we acknowledge our sins, receive forgiveness, and experience reconciliation with HIM to walk renewed in HIS Mercy. And it points to YESHUA/JESUS as the ultimate sacrifice, fulfilling the Temple sacraments.

2025.10.01. Study Notes. YOM KIPPUR - My Judeo-Christian Heritage. William Akehurst, HSWC Scriptures: Leviticus 16:29-31, Hebrews 9:14, Psalm 51:10, 1 John 1:5-10, Psalms 139:23-24, Psalms 51:1-4, Psalms 51:7-15, Zechariah 12:10, Romans 11:26-27, Revelation 20:11-15, Revelation 21:1-7 BIG IDEA: ...read more

Scripture: Leviticus 16:29-31, Hebrews 9:14, Psalm 51:10, 1 John 1:5-10, Psalm 139:23-24, Psalm 51:1-4, Psalm 51:7-15, Zechariah 12:10, Romans 11:26-27, Revelation 20:11-15, Revelation 21:1-7 (view more) (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Rubbing Shoulders With A Holy God Series

Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000

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A LIFE OF INTEGRITY KEEPS YOU CLOSE TO GOD

BIG IDEA: A LIFE OF INTEGRITY KEEPS YOU CLOSE TO GOD INTRODUCTION: Every year for the Christian Athletic Association soccer season I like to pick a fundamental spiritual principle that we can focus on as we relate to the kids and to one another as coaches and referees. This year I think the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 15:1-5

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Who Are You When No One Is Looking

Contributed by Michael Treston on Dec 22, 2000

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The all seeing God and closed circuit TV

Ever seen those reality TV shows that expose what people do when their not being watched You know the sort of show they call in four plumbers to do a job But one of them puts in a little bit more work than the others tryinng to fix a leak not only in the kitchen but also in the bedroom draws of the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 139:1-11

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

For Yours Is The Kingdom, The Power, And The Glory, Forever Series

Contributed by John Hamby on May 3, 2001

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The closing section of praise in the Lord’s Prayer.

A Study of the Lord’s Prayer Lesson # 9 “For Yours is the Kingdom, the Power, and the Glory, Forever” Matthew 6:13 “In this manner, therefore, pray. Our Father in heaven, Hallowed be Your name. (10) Your kingdom come. Your will ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:13

Denomination: Baptist

Under The Wings Of God Series

Contributed by David Gauthier on Jun 21, 2001

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Finding refuge close to God’s heart.

As we left off last week, we saw how God had brought Naomi and Ruth through some very trying times. They had lost their husbands and were on a perilous journey back from Moab to Bethlehem. The lesson we looked at last week was that we have to come to the end of ourselves in order to find the ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 2:1-23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Advent Is Like A Alarm Clock - Salvation Is Near Series

Contributed by Dustin T Parker on Dec 27, 2009

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Do we realize how close it is?

Concordia Lutheran Church 1st Sunday of Advent, November 29,2009 Advent is like a….Alarm Clock? Salvation is Near! Romans 13:11-14 † In Immanu-El’s Name † To all here today, the beloved of God, called to be saints. Grace to you and peace!!, from God our Father and from the Lord Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:11-14

Denomination: Lutheran

Jerusalem & Judea Series

Contributed by Rick Burdette on Aug 13, 2012

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Missions, close to home, our neighborhoods and city.

MISSION POSSIBLE Jerusalem and Judea Acts 2: 14-21 (p 771) August 5, 2012 “But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes on you; and you will be my witness in Jerusalem and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the ends of the earth” (Acts 1) INTRODUCTION: Have you ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:14-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Friends Saving Friends

Contributed by Darrin Fish on May 6, 2014

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How to reach out to those close to us.

Last week I pointed out the fact that after Jesus had raised from the dead • The first thing that He did when He saw His disciples • Was to command them to go and make more disciples. • Part of our faith • Part of being a Christian is that we obey Christ’s ...read more

Scripture: Acts 12:5-16

Denomination: Christian Church

The Song Of The Ascension

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Oct 31, 2018

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The gates are open wide, never to close again.

THE SONG OF THE ASCENSION. Psalm 24. David, the sweet Psalmist of Israel (2 Samuel 23:1) takes us on a journey from the Cross in Psalm 22, under the guidance of the Shepherd’s Crook in Psalm 23, to the Crown in Psalm 24. These three Psalms belong together, and all ultimately speak of Jesus, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 24:1-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Ichabod Or Ebenezer

Contributed by David Dewitt on Dec 16, 2014

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We choose our level of closeness to God

Ichabod or Ebenezer 1 Samuel 4, 6 June 22, 2014 Morning Service The Problem of Spiritual Drift Spiritual drift always begins with desire. The desire for a relationship with God was lost. Slowly the people lost their passion for the things of God. Little by little, spiritual things started to slip ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 4:16-22

Denomination: Church Of God

Characteristics Of The End-Time Anointing

Contributed by Jeff Van Wyk on Mar 16, 2013

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In the last days, God is going to rise up people of power who will operate in the supernatural power of God’s Spirit. They are going to be people who are different to anyone who has ever lived before. For every season and for every time, God has someth

Characteristics of the End-Time Anointing In the last days, God is going to rise up people of power who will operate in the supernatural power of God’s Spirit. They are going to be people who are different to anyone who has ever lived before. For every season and for every time, God has ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:16-17

Denomination: Charismatic

Watcha Got In Your Hand? Series

Contributed by Chris Kelly on Jun 17, 2014

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A Fathers Day message about three Judges from Judges 3 that have 3 very important lessons for Fathers.

Expect the Unexpected Series: Leaders, Legends and Losers June 15, 2014 I don’t know if you realize it, but Dad's we’re in a battle. It’s not a physical battle like “The Battle of the Bulge” or a battle in Iraq. But it’s a battle nonetheless. It’s a ...read more

Scripture: Judges 3:1-31

Denomination: Wesleyan

"Destined"

Contributed by Clark Tanner on Oct 8, 2010

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There are those destined for eternity with Christ and those destined for eternity without Christ; those whose names are in the Book and those whose names are not.

7 It was also given to him to make war with the saints and to overcome them, and authority over every tribe and people and tongue and nation was given to him. 8 All who dwell on the earth will worship him, everyone whose name has not been written from the foundation of the world in the book of life ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 13:7-10

Denomination: Orthodox

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