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    Are There Many Paths To God? Series

    Contributed by W F on Aug 12, 2006
    based on 31 ratings
     | 5,585 views

    One question I’ve wanted to ask God is, "are there many paths to God?"

    Salvation is found in no one else, for there is no other name under heaven given to men by which we must be saved" (Acts 4:12 NIV) INTRODUCTION We often get the impression that Christianity is dying out in Australia. It’s commonly thought that in our multicultural society, other religions are ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    A Wake-Up Call

    Contributed by Jon Mackinney on Aug 23, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,615 views

    There is no doubt that the early church needed a wake-up call. So Peter was chosen to get it, and to be the point man for the inclusion of the Gentiles into the church of Jesus Christ.

    Passage: Acts 10:9-23 Intro: It’s amazing how often in Scripture God’s entire plan hangs on one person. 1. Noah chosen to build the ark 2. Abraham called to believe. 3. Joseph tested and approved. 4. Jesus, the perfect sacrifice for sins 5. Now Peter, being challenged to turn from his ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    Dwelling In God's River City

    Contributed by Charles R. Swindoll on Sep 13, 2006
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     | 7,496 views

    We might call this the Hymn of Defense and Deliverance of God’s River City.

    Biblical Text: Psalm 46:4-7 “There is a river, the streams whereof shall make glad the city of God, the holy place of the tabernacles of the most High. God is in the midst of her; she shall not be moved: God shall help her, and that right early. The heathen raged, the kingdoms were moved: he ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    What's The Bright Idea?

    Contributed by Ish Engle on Sep 19, 2006
     | 2,612 views

    The Wisemen sought after the Word Incarnate. We should learn from their example and seek Jesus through the Word made Script.

    What’s the Bright Idea? I. My 1st view of the magi a. 1st or 2nd grade b. Thee Wise-guys! Moe, Larry, and Curly c. My Epiphany! i. Can you say that word in Church? ii. Definition: a usually sudden manifestation or perception of the essential nature or meaning of something; an intuitive grasp of ...read more

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    Denomination: Disciples Of Christ

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    Except Thou Bless Me 3 Of 3! Series

    Contributed by Raphiel Manenge on Sep 21, 2006
    based on 8 ratings
     | 11,180 views

    Whenever God blesses anyone there is a name change. The old pass away and the new comes. You will be differently glorious. It takes seriousness and committiment. When God blesses your name will change....

    When God blesses your name will change! The name of a thing is much directly related to its purposes, future or story of the owner. Many people when naming their children, pets and any products they give names that they want to impact such things. They want the names to communicate to ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Anointing

    Contributed by Scott Carroll on Mar 8, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 10,426 views

    THE IMPORTANCE AND COSTLINESS OF THE ANOINTING

    ANOINTING Exodus 30:23-33 • In the history of Hanukkah, the Jews only had enough oil to burn in the temple for one day, however the oil miraculously burned seven days longer. • THE NUMERAL FIVE- the number of exercise and responsibility of weakness, • And of grace in spite of ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Fighting For Truth

    Contributed by Clarence Clough on Sep 14, 2008
     | 3,564 views

    Press ahead, persevere and persist in His grace.

    FIGHTING FOR TRUTH Text: Jude 17-25 What is truth? We hear that question ringing from pages of Holy Scripture. One source tell us that the word truth is found 237 times in the King James version of the Holy Bible. Pilate asked this question of Jesus in the Gospel of John chapter 18 and verse 38. ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Its All About Us

    Contributed by Jerry Stepp on Oct 8, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,024 views

    Some points to show the Love of God Toward US

    It’s All about Us Ephesians 1:1-14 ~Paul’s writing here in this book of Ephesians is about us and to us. So many times we look so close to what others think and say about us. When really all that matters is what God Himself thinks of us. He, and He alone has set the bar for us to measure up to, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    One Man's Junk Is Another Man's Treasure

    Contributed by Everett Mccoy on Aug 3, 2008
    based on 26 ratings
     | 10,433 views

    In the kingdom of darkness - the souls of men are merchandise. But in the Kingdom of God, they are a treasure. Encourages people to let Jesus "buy" them!

    Revelation 18:10-13 (esp. "SOULS OF MEN") contrasted with Matt 13:44-46 The first text we read in Revelation, describes the fall of Babylon, which throughout scripture depicts the kingdom of Satan. Notice that merchants from all over the world bemoan the loss of her varied commerce: precious ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    On Another Level

    Contributed by Stephen Smarowsky on Aug 6, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,932 views

    "But solid food is for the mature who by constant use have trained themselves to distinguish good from evil."

    On Another Level: Hebrews 5:14 Introduction: As a pastor, teacher, or influencer, we need to teach on the level of understanding that our learners have. For example…I have a close friend who already has a doctorate degree and is working on her second. She is very intellectual and has spoken to some ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Take The Time To Give Thanks

    Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Nov 18, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,532 views

    Ingratitude is perhaps the most frequent and one of the most grievous of all sins that a Christian can commit.

    TAKE THE TIME TO GIVE THANKS While He was on the way to Jerusalem, He was passing between Samaria and Galilee. As He entered a village, ten leprous men who stood at a distance met Him; and they raised their voices, saying, "Jesus, Master, have mercy on us!" When He saw them, He said to them, "Go ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Transition Of Life

    Contributed by Charles Mallory on Jun 2, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 9,537 views

    Because of Jesus, our death does not mean our life is "over" but that it is making a powerful "transition" from what is temporary to that which is eternal.

    AN UNKNOWN AUTHOR ONCE SAID, "AS A BOY, I THOUGHT OF HEAVEN AS A CITY WITH DOMES, SPIRES, AND BEAUTIFUL STREETS, INHABITED BY ANGELS. BY AND BY MY LITTLE BROTHER DIED, AND I THOUGHT OF HEAVEN MUCH AS BEFORE, BUT WITH ONE INHABITANT THAT I KNEW. THEN ANOTHER DIED, AND THEN SOME OF MY ACQUAINTANCES, ...read more

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    Denomination: Free Methodist

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    Keeping The Gospel Pure

    Contributed by Ron Macarthur on Jun 20, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,810 views

    The Apostle John’s warnings about false teachers and how we should treat them. Also his encouragement to stick to the basics as they were originally taught.

    The tiny Epistles of John contain great wisdom for those who have accepted Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior. Today we will be looking at John’s teachings from Second John as he warns us about those who would try to water down Christianity or in other subtly ways lead Christians astray. 2John 1:7 ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Faithful God

    Contributed by Joe Overholt on Dec 2, 2006
    based on 14 ratings
     | 12,134 views

    How to draw comfort from the faithfulness of our Great God during our fight of faith

    Faithful God Foundational Text: Deuteronomy 7:9 Know therefore that the LORD thy God, he is God, the faithful God, which keepeth covenant and mercy with them that love him and keep his commandments to a thousand generations; I believe the Lord has stirred me up this morning, to stir you up this ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Mail Call

    Contributed by Joe Burke on Jan 16, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,891 views

    The bible is God’s love letter.

    Mail Call Long before the days of e-mail, web sites, instant messaging, cell phones and fax machines, all we had were hand written letters. When US servicemen deployed overseas in defense of their country, the two most longed for words were: Mail Call! Men lived to receive a letter from home. It ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic