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  • Dr. Jerry N. Watts avatar

    A New World Order

    Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Jan 11, 2009
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     | 4,447 views

    A message about God’s "Order of Submission"...

    A New World Order James 4:7 * What comes to your mind when you hear the phrase “A New World Order?” For me, I remember hearing this phrase in the 1980’s talking about a new set of values, ethics, and more through the conspiracy theories (some of which seems to be playing out today), all the way ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Whispers In The Wilderness Series

    Contributed by Tim Smith on May 11, 2014
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     | 12,161 views

    The most amazing thing is that Elijah was the greatest of all the prophets and had the most effective ministry and yet, he reaches a point where the burdens and challenges become too much for him

    The Wilderness Experience I Kings 19:1-5, 11b-12 Today’s Scripture is about Elijah the Prophet. He ministered from 873 BC to 832 BC in response to actions of King Ahab and Queen Jezebel. Elijah’s ministry was closely linked to Ahab and Jezebel who was the daughter of the King of Sidon. ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Living Jesus

    Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Nov 22, 2013
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     | 6,076 views

    God’s will for us is to enter into His amazing plan and purpose to have great joy in His presence and in His grace. Now how we respond to this invitation, is very important!

    Opening illustration: Suppose you are rushed to the hospital, where a physician examines you and informs you that you are critically ill. He says you’ll die unless you have proper treatment. He then prescribes medicine and says, “If you will take this, I can assure you with absolute ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Glory To God In The Highest! Luke 2:8-20 Series

    Contributed by Ken Henson on Dec 31, 2013
    based on 4 ratings
     | 13,585 views

    a meditation on the Audience, Message, and Response to the angels' proclamation of the birth of Jesus. The meaning of glory-and Jesus ethical teachings compressed into "peace on earth goodwill toward men".

    Luke 2:28 And there were shepherds living out in the fields nearby, keeping watch over their flocks at night. 9 An angel of the Lord appeared to them, and the glory of the Lord shone around them, and they were terrified. 10 But the angel said to them, “Do not be afraid. I bring you good news ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    God's Imperfect Home

    Contributed by Keith Ferrell on Jan 3, 2014
     | 7,173 views

    A brief look at our bodies, the temple of God's Holy Spirit, and the need to take care of our spiritual, physical, and mental health.

    God’s Imperfect Home “All things are lawful for me, but all things are not helpful. All things are lawful for me, but I will not be brought under the power of any. Foods for the stomach and the stomach for foods, but God will destroy both it and them. Now the body is not for sexual ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    One Life To Live, Many Lives To Lose Series

    Contributed by Tim White on Mar 12, 2014
     | 6,979 views

    Lessons from the death of John the Baptist.

    • Today's passage, though lengthy, reads like a script from a soap opera. • Though all the sorted details are not specifically mentioned in Luke, they are alluded to as part of the story. • The twisted nature of man without God can be seen clearly in the intoxication of power, the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Just A Taste Series

    Contributed by Tim White on Mar 12, 2014
     | 6,315 views

    The transfiguration and lesson we should take from it.

    • Sometimes a taste is not enough. Sometimes it is too much. • Ill. Little Johnny sat playing in the garden. When his mother came out to collect him, she saw that he was slowly eating a worm. She turned pale. "No, Johnny! Stop! That's horrible! You can't eat worms!" Trying to convince ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Motives For Faithfulness Series

    Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Nov 5, 2014
     | 6,031 views

    There is a plaque that is devastating the modern church, unfaithfulness.

    Motives For Faithfulness Hebrews Series Heb. 10.1-25 June 8, 2014 Chester FBC, Chester, IL Dr. Mike Fogerson, Speaker Introduction: A There is a plaque that is devastating the modern church, unfaithfulness. 1 Over 40% of members in an average congregation never attend services. a Among the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Don’t Be A Bumper Car Christian

    Contributed by John Gaston on Jul 25, 2016
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,692 views

    Life is a lot like “bumper cars.” Do you want to bump those who bump you? That may be a fun strategy for bumper cars, but it’s a terrible strategy for life. Jesus shows us a better way!

    DON’T BE A BUMPER CAR CHRISTIAN Jn. 13:34-35 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: CHURCH BULLETIN 1. An English teacher was at church reading a poster on the wall (not our church) which ended with “Donations Excepted.” 2. She couldn’t resist and marked through the word ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Hebrews- Part 8- " Now What ?" Series

    Contributed by Randy Edwards on Aug 29, 2016
     | 8,081 views

    Part 8 - How we can be an encouragement to our brothers and sisters

    Hebrews Encouragement for a life of faith Part 8 “Now What?” Hebrews 10:19-25 How many people here like to be honked at? For me that just really gets my blood boiling To be sitting at a red light And have someone blow their horn at me as soon as the light even thinks about turning ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Let's Go To Galilee

    Contributed by Bright Adeyeye on Apr 19, 2020
    based on 3 ratings
     | 21,198 views

    After His resurrection, the Lord instructed the disciples to meet Him in Galilee. What's the significance of Galilee in Jesus and the disciples' ministry? The Lord's call for us to go to Galilee is still valid today.

    LET'S GO TO GALILEE "6 But he said to them, “Do not be alarmed. You seek Jesus of Nazareth, who was crucified. He is risen! He is not here. See the place where they laid Him. 7 But go, tell His disciples—and Peter—that He is going before you into Galilee; there you will see Him, as He ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Jesus Is Coming Soon

    Contributed by Joel Pankow on Dec 4, 2020
     | 4,010 views

    A reflection on how to be ready for Jesus to come as we prepare in the Advent Season.

    12.9.20 Revelation 22:20 20 The one who testifies about these things says, “Yes, I am coming soon.” Amen. Come, Lord Jesus! Jesus Is Coming Soon What will we give Him? Here’s a little fact you may not have known about our preschool teacher. She’s a twin. Not only that, but if I have ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    What Mary Got Right

    Contributed by Simon Bartlett on Jan 9, 2021
     | 3,319 views

    Mary was willing to leave the role society expected of her. She's a great example to us: Jesus calls all of us, in one way or another, to leave.

    This talk starts with a very short sketch, done online. The person who plays Martha will need an apron, a rolling pin and a few pans. Sketch: [Members of the cast first introduce themselves.] Simon-Peter: Hey, Andrew, we’re quite close to Bethany, aren’t we? Andrew: Yes. Mary and Martha live ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Jesus Prays For His Disciples

    Contributed by John Gaston on May 11, 2021
    based on 3 ratings
     | 6,825 views

    In Jesus' High Priestly prayer in John 17, He recognized us as His treasured possessions that the Father gave Him. He prayed for our unity and that we might be kept by God's Name and Word until we're with Him in Heaven.

    JESUS PRAYS FOR HIS DISCIPLES John 17:6-19, NKJV INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: NONE ARE SHARP 1. A man was describing his multiple jobs to his Cantonese coworker, “I’m a jack of all trades and a master of none!” “Oh,” he said. 2. “We have a similar expression in our culture, “Equipped with knives ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Is The Parable Of The 10 Virgins About Losing Your Salvation?

    Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on May 24, 2021
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,912 views

    An in-depth look at Marriage in the First Century and the dominant interpretations of the Foolish versus Wise Bridesmaids.

    “Then the kingdom of heaven will be like ten virgins who took their lamps and went to meet the bridegroom. Five of them were foolish, and five were wise. For when the foolish took their lamps, they took no oil with them, but the wise took flasks of oil with their lamps. As the bridegroom was ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational