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  • Gordon Curley avatar

    Defending The Faith Series

    Contributed by Gordon Curley on Jan 12, 2020
     | 4,039 views

    Defending the Faith - Jude verses 3-4 – sermon by Gordon Curley (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

    SERMON OUTLINE: #1: WHAT ARE WE CONTENDING FOR? We contend for the faith.... by remembering the apostles teaching (vs 17). by praying in the Holy Spirit (vs 20). by keeping yourself in God’s love (vs 21). by waiting for Jesus Christ (v.21). #2: WHO DO WE CONTEND AGAINST? Apostates who ...read more

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    Denomination: Brethren

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    Faith Worth Living For

    Contributed by Gerald Van Horn on Nov 1, 2006
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     | 2,426 views

    Satan knows his days are numbered and he is doing all he can to destroy our faith.

    Faith Worth Living For Jude 1:3 Jude is the only book in the Bible that is one chapter. However, what great treasurers are found in this book. Throughout the ages many believers have given their lives for their faith. Any faith worth dieing for is worth living for. It is evident that in ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Doing Without God Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Oct 23, 2017
    based on 5 ratings
     | 26,226 views

    God tells us that those who are outside of Christ are "without God". What does that mean to those outside of Christ and what does that mean for us INside of Christ?

    OPEN: Back in 1959, Charleston Heston starred in a movie that is still considered one of the greatest movies of all time --- Ben Hur. It was a Biblical epic that is still known for its climatic chariot race where Heston (the hero of the film) was intent on destroying his hated enemy. Just ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Striving To Pass Into The Narrow Gate

    Contributed by Tristan Jether Orpiada on Jul 17, 2018
    based on 2 ratings
     | 18,972 views

    “IT IS NOT EASY TO ENTER INTO THE KINGDOM OF GOD. BEFORE YOU REACH HEAVEN YOU HAVE TO ENDURE MANY OBSTACLES YOU WERE TO PASS THROUGH THE ETERNAL LIFE."

    INTRODUCTION: “ ENTER YE IN AT THE STRAIT GATE; FOR WIDE IS THE GATE, AND BROAD IS THE WAY THAT LEADETH TO DESTRUCTION, AND MANY THERE BE WHICH GO IN THEREAT. BECAUSE STRAIT IS THE GATE, AND NARROW IS THE WAY, WHICH LEADETH UNTO LIFE AND FEW THERE BE THAT FIND IT.” MATTHEW 7:13-14 (KJV) “STRIVE ...read more

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    Denomination: Apostolic

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    Jude: Now For The Bad News Series

    Contributed by Roger Thomas on Jul 20, 2006
    based on 75 ratings
     | 14,748 views

    The little post-card falls into three sections: the purpose (3-4), the problem (5-19), the prescription or response to the problem (20-23). Vs 24-25 is an added postscript of praise that neatly ties the entire note together.

    Through the New Testament 06 Now for the Bad News Jude Dr. Roger W. Thomas, Preaching Minister First Christian Church, Vandalia, MO Introduction: You can’t always be upbeat, positive, and encouraging. The faith is about Good News. However, sometimes you have to talk about bad news. ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Provoking Thoughts From 2 John

    Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 10, 2022
     | 2,687 views

    Obviously, we are dealing with 2 John in this message. You have probably noticed that second and third John are very short.

    Second John only has 13 verses. Third John only has 15 verses. But, do not make the mistake of thinking that because these two books are short that it diminishes what John has to say. Illus: John was like some people we meet. They do not say a lot, but they have the most to say when they do ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Call Up Series

    Contributed by Terry Williams on Aug 26, 2013
     | 4,771 views

    This is sermon to call believers to fight against apostasy. To take a stand on the truth of Scripture and the truth of the Gospel.

    Sermon 3 of 11 Jude: A Call to Defend The Call Up Jude 3 Introduction We are working our way through the book of Jude Jude identifies himself as a bond-servant of Jesus, and brother of James in verse 1. That makes him Jesus’ half-brother. Last week we talked about being Secured for ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Part 3: Before You Throw In The Towel…” Series

    Contributed by Bryan Fink on Feb 2, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,863 views

    To tell people that Jesus is ready for them to try being a disciple again.

    Title: Good News for People Living in a Bad News World Part 3: Before you throw in the towel…” Theme: New Starts/redemption Task: To tell people that Jesus is ready for them to try being a disciple again. Text: John 21.1-19 [TITLE SLIDE] A reality show debuted in 2006 called The Contender ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    The Virtuous Kingdom: Prayer Series

    Contributed by Ken Pell on Jan 20, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,340 views

    Sermon Objective: To encourage and explain the virtue of personal prayer.

    The Virtuous Kingdom: Evidence of the Reign of God in the Human Heart The Virtue of Prayer Mark 11:15-17 Sermon Objective: To encourage and explain the virtue of personal prayer. Series Intro: We are looking at Mark chapter 11 for the next few weeks. We have chosen to look at it from specific ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    Called To Be Saints

    Contributed by Charles Salmon on Jul 9, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,047 views

    Jesus calls us to justification, fellowship, and, sometimes, conflict.

    Called to Be Saints (Holy) I Cor 1:1-3 INTRO.: In verses 1 and 2 of this chapter, ‘called" is used three times. It is a very common word in the N. T. We see: Eph. 1:18 "hope of his calling Phil. 3,14 ‘The high calling II Thess. 1:14 "your calling" II Tim. 1:3 a "holy calling" Heb. 3:1 "the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Promise Of Restoration ; Studies From Isaiah

    Contributed by Dr. Stanley Vasu on Jun 28, 2001
    based on 97 ratings
     | 17,011 views

    This sermon is a message of hope to the beleiver that God will restore whatever he has lost in his life and this restoration will cause him to live a life of blessing and happiness.

    THE PROMISE OF RESTORATION ; STUDIES FROM ISAIAH OUTLINE 1.REFINING 2.REJOICING 3.REBUILDING 4.REPULSING 5.REPUTATION 6.REMOVING 7.RECOVERING THE MESSAGE THE PROMISE OF RESTORATION 1.REFINING Isaiah 48:10 The Lord promises to refine us and purify us by ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Stephen Todd avatar

    Strengthened By A Limp Series

    Contributed by Stephen Todd on Apr 1, 2004
    based on 34 ratings
     | 4,378 views

    Jacob’s attempt to receive God’s blessing by his own devious devices is finally halted by a direct encounter with God.

    Genesis 32 January 17, 2004 I can hardly believe that the last time we looked together into the book of Genesis was October 5. We need to remind ourselves of where we are in the narrative. Isaac and Rebekkah have two sons - Esau and Jacob Esau is the older but God picks Jacob to be the one ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Homosexuality Series

    Contributed by D Marion Clark on Sep 22, 2012
    based on 3 ratings
     | 9,071 views

    What the Bible teaches about homosexuality.

    Introduction I have said before that 1 Corinthians is a letter I have both wanted and not wanted to preach through for the same reason – its practicality. The apostle Paul wrote the Corinth Church about issues it was struggling with, issues which have an uncanny resemblance to those we are ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Donovan Myers avatar

    "What Holds Us Together – The Nature Of Our Faith”

    Contributed by Donovan Myers on Jun 14, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,031 views

    We are called to hold on to what we believe

    A young man was making poor grades in school, particularly in math. His parents tried various things, none of which seemed to produce the desired improvement. Finally, they decided to enroll him in a private Christian school. At the end of the first grading period, the young man came home and ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    More Than A Prayer (9) - "deliver Us From Evil"

    Contributed by Wilson Oshorakpor on May 31, 2021
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,336 views

    The Lord's prayer is much more than a prayer guide. It points us to who the father is.

    TEXT: Matthew 6:13 "And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil: For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, for ever. Amen." GOD IS ABLE TO DELIVER FROM ALL EVILS AND BONDAGE The Lord's prayer is much more than a prayer guide, it points us to who God is. ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal