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  • Byron Sherman avatar

    Imitation Of Apostles-2 Series

    Contributed by Byron Sherman on Apr 27, 2010
    based on 3 ratings
     | 2,607 views

    Timothy’s imitation of Paul was pivotal/formative to his overcoming a hostile environment. Imitation of godly people is pivotal to our overcoming a hostile environment. How? Pivotal to our overcoming a hostile environment is Adherence to Authority’s..

    OVERCOMING a HOSTILE ENVIRONMENT-II—2Timothy 3:10-17 A—IMITATION of APOSTLES(3:10-14) B—KNOWLEDGE of SCRIPTURES(3:15-17) A—IMITATION of APOSTLES-II-(3:10-14) Timothy’s imitation of Paul was pivotal/formative to his overcoming a hostile environment. Imitation of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Boldness In Church Planting Series

    Contributed by Paul Apple on Jan 13, 2010
     | 7,629 views

    Supernatural boldness in church planting validates authentic ministry when based on pure motives and proper conduct (the marks of Spirit-filled church planters).

    As we reach the end of our first month of attempting to plant a church and as we study the NT model for church planting from the Book of 1 Thessalonians, we need to ask ourselves if we are too tentative. What is impressive from studying Paul and Silas and Timothy is their confidence and ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Lessons From A Suffering Church Series

    Contributed by Mark Opperman on Jan 14, 2014
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,837 views

    The Church at Smyrna was a suffering church. They had experienced past afflictions and were going to encounter sever trials so they are encouraged to endure. A suffering church needs to look to their Lord and look to their future.

    Lessons from a Suffering Church Revelation 2:8-11 8 "To the angel of the church in Smyrna write: These are the words of him who is the First and the Last, who died and came to life again. 9 I know your afflictions and your poverty-- yet you are rich! I know the slander of those who say they are ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    The “trust” Fund Series

    Contributed by Mark Opperman on Nov 18, 2014
     | 11,247 views

    3 Mindsets about money: First-I share w/ God when I want to. Second-I share w/ God because I have to. Third-It’s all God’s, and He shares w/ me! We will aim for the 3rd perspective today.

    The “Trust” Fund Malachi 3:6-12 6 "I the LORD do not change. So you, O descendants of Jacob, are not destroyed. 7 Ever since the time of your forefathers you have turned away from my decrees and have not kept them. Return to me, and I will return to you," says the LORD Almighty. "But ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Dear Gaius Series

    Contributed by Mark Nichols on Feb 13, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,985 views

    2nd in the sermon series Letters from John. This sermon studies 3rd John. In it, John urges us that if we really believe what we really believe is really true, then we should walk in truth.

    TEXT: 3rd John vs. 1-13 TITLE: Dear Gaius “Can you handle the truth?” SERIES: Letters from John TOPIC: TRUTH OCCASION: Burnside Christian Church, November 14, 2010 PROP.: If we really believe in Jesus Christ, it should impact the way we live our lives…we should WALK in ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    United In Love Series

    Contributed by Mark Armstrong on Jun 2, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 8,730 views

    Setting a purpose for Christian living.

    Christians without goals are a little like Alice in the fairy tale ‘Alice in Wonderland’. In a conversation between her and the Cheshire Cat, Alice asked, ‘Would you tell me please, which way I ought to go from here’? ‘That depends a good deal on where you want to get to’, said the cat. ‘I don’t ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    An Excellent Reputation Series

    Contributed by Mark Armstrong on Apr 26, 2009
     | 3,943 views

    The power of the gospel in the world and especially in the lives of the Colossian saints.

    Imagine writing a letter to a pigmy living in the deepest, darkest parts of Africa. In your letter you must describe life in the Lower Blue Mountains. What would you say? How would you describe the fabric of our society? What is our reputation?   There’s lots of good things to write about: ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    An Appeal Of Love Series

    Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Jul 30, 2009
    based on 35 ratings
     | 17,838 views

    There are many church, synagogue & mosque members today devoted to rituals & rule-keeping. They are living in religious bondage. They need to hear that spiritual freedom is possible only through the grace of God in Jesus Christ.

    GALATIANS 4:8-20 AN APPEAL OF LOVE The conclusion reached in verse 7 is that those who have received the Spirit are now sons and heirs of God. Paul now tells the Galatians they are not acting like heirs of God! So he asks them if they prefer slavery or freedom, legalism or the Spirit? Did ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Men Of Honor Series

    Contributed by C. Philip Green on Mar 9, 2016
    based on 1 rating
     | 23,863 views

    Real respect comes not in the palace, but in the place of selfless, sacrificial service.

    A man was talking to his friends about their last child leaving home and coping with the empty-nest syndrome. He said, “The worst part about it is, that since the children left, my wife started treating me like a child. He complained, “When we go to the grocery store and I reach for ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    Pray For The Peace Of Jerusalem Always Part 1 Series

    Contributed by Jeremiah Menyongai on Mar 14, 2016
     | 12,057 views

    Every believer has an obligation to pray for Israel in this evil world. What happen in Jerusalem shapes the direction of what happens on the earth. Remember, Jerusalem is the Throne of the Great King.

    PRAY FOR THE PEACE OF JERUSALEM 1. Genesis 12: 1 The Lord had said to Abram, Go from your country, your people and your father’s household to the land I will show you. 2 I will make you into a great nation, and I will bless you; I will make your name great, and you will be a blessing. 3 I ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    Pray For The Peace Of Jerusalem Part 2 Standing On The Promises Series

    Contributed by Jeremiah Menyongai on Mar 14, 2016
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,547 views

    The promises of God pertaining to us and Israel will never pass away. Just as the promises of Israel are coming to pass, so will every promise God makes over your life. He has a promises to cover every situation you will ever go through - just trust Him.

    Pray For The Peace Of Jerusalem (2): Standing On The Promises Of God 1. Genesis 12: 1 The Lord had said to Abram, Go from your country, your people and your father’s household to the land I will show you. 2 I will make you into a great nation, and I will bless you; I will make your name ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    Boasting About Tomorrow - The Good, The Bad, The Ugly Series

    Contributed by Buffy Cook on Apr 5, 2015
     | 10,991 views

    "For Dummies" books are a raging success! Why? Full of practical wisdom and simple "How To's" Wouldn't a "Christianity for Dummies," a book full of practical wisdom & simple How Tos on how to live out our faith, be great? James & this series is JUST THAT

    Christianity For Dummies: Boasting About Tomorrow - The Good, The Bad, The Ugly (James 4:13-17) I. Introduction A. After a 6 week long hiatus, we return to our study Christianity For Dummies based on the Book of James. As we've discussed, like the books in the For Dummies series, James is ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Extravagant Devotion To Jesus

    Contributed by David Mende on Nov 14, 2018
    based on 6 ratings
     | 20,918 views

    This sermon challenges God's people to be completely devoted to Jesus on the basis of his infinite worth. I would be delighted if you could rate this sermon and give a brief feedback.

    INTRODUCTION (SECURE ATTENTION) & BACKGROUND OF THE PASSAGE: PRAY before starting the sermon. ILLUSTRATION: I remember my college days when I was studying Masters in Computer Science. In 2001, the Lord touched my life and I was on fire for God! I would be very vocal about my faith and share the ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    A Priceless Pair Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Dec 18, 2017
    based on 2 ratings
     | 14,766 views

    Paul wrote some very encouraging things about Timothy and Epaphroditus that offer us excellent examples to follow.

    Introduction: A. One day a man went to the doctor because he was concerned about his lessening level of energy. 1. He told his doctor that he wasn't able to do all the things around the house that he used to do. 2. When the examination was complete, the man said to the doctor, “Now, Doc, I can ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Justice Will Prevail, I Promise! Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Jun 29, 2020
     | 5,111 views

    Life can be hard and unfair. We cry out for justice and wait for it. We may never experience justice in this world, but God promises us that He is a just God and that justice will prevail in the next world.

    A. Have you noticed in life that justice can be hard to come by? 1. One day a defendant stood before the judge and the judge announced, “Tell me, sir, do you have anything to offer this court before it passes sentence?” a. The defendant replied, “No, your honor, I have nothing to offer this court, ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ