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  • Ron Freeman, Evangelist avatar

    He Walked Not Uprightly (Full) Series

    Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Jul 2, 2020
    based on 3 ratings
     | 4,323 views

    To establish that Paul rebuked Peter for walking not uprightly before the church. When men from James came to Antioch, Peter withdrew and separated himself from eating with the Gentiles, for fear of the circumcision. This same fear exists today, among believers and leaders in the Lord’s church.

    INTRODUCTION Outline. 1. Paul’s Rebuke 2. Paul’s Reason 3. Paul’s Resolve Remarks. 1. In our lesson today, we will discuss the theme: “He walked not uprightly.” This sermon deals with an important truth to be heard again by the church, and maybe for the first time the religious world. There may ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Calling On The Name Of The Lord Series

    Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Sep 18, 2020
    based on 3 ratings
     | 9,609 views

    To establish that "calling on the name of the Lord to be saved" is hearing, believing, and obeying the gospel's truth. We will clarify what is meant by: "calling on the name of the Lord." And how repentant believers call on Him to be saved.

    INTRODUCTION Outline. 1. Calling on the Name of the Lord Introductory Remarks. 1. Today's lesson will discuss "Calling on the Name of the Lord." This is the fifth lesson in the sermon series, "Re-digging in Old Wells." There will be other lessons bearing this title. We are ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Living With The New Attitude

    Contributed by Steve Malone on Sep 9, 2004
    based on 41 ratings
     | 5,946 views

    In this message Peter teaches about the attitude we must arm oursleves with if we are to defeat our enemy. (Living God’s Way - 7)

    Living With THE New Attitude Living God’s Way – part 7 1 Peter 4:1-11 We’re back… What an awesome time Laurie & I had on our trip out west. It was a lot of fun and as always is the case with us, we had many adventures and crazy stuff happen a long the way, which I am sure you will hear about ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Eric Aschendorf avatar

    Alabaster Investment

    Contributed by Eric Aschendorf on Nov 18, 2003
    based on 41 ratings
     | 11,337 views

    What is in your Alabaster Box? What will you lie at the feet of the LORD?

    Alabaster Investment Word In Due Season (http://www.treeoflifeinc.org/modules.php?name=Content&pa=showpage&pid=41) Pastor Eric Aschendorf Become a Part of the Love at: Tree Of Life Ministries Association (http://www.treeoflifeinc.org) Matt 26:2, 6-13 Mat 26:2 Ye know that after two days is [the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Brad Bailey avatar

    Reclaiming Your Passion Part 2 Series

    Contributed by Brad Bailey on Jul 22, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,284 views

    And so at a point in history… Christ came to reclaim our destinies… by providing for the forgiveness of our failures and wanderings… and freeing us / allowing us… to hear the Father’s voice again…

    Movie Clip: LION KING – IDENTITY AS GOD’S CHILD - A young lion runs away after being led to believe he is to blame for his father’s death. As such he is refusing to return as the new new king who could help his fellow clan to battle their now impending enemy. In this scene the rather strange ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Sodomite Is Not Gay

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Aug 21, 2009
    based on 2 ratings
     | 6,531 views

    Acting on homosexual impulses is sinful. God will judge all such sin, but He now offers deliverance to any who are willing to receive His grace. This is the message entrusted to each Christian, who is to deliver it in the world.

    *Genesis 18:20, 21; 19:1-17* *The Sodomite is Not Gay* “The Lord said, ‘Because the outcry against Sodom and Gomorrah is great and their sin is very grave, I will go down to see whether they have done altogether according to the outcry that has come to me. And if not, I will know.’ “The two ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Managing Christian Trials-2

    Contributed by Byron Sherman on Sep 28, 2010
     | 2,491 views

    2 of 3. James divulged the proper management of trials which were common to Christians. There are proper ways of managing these difficulties. How are Christians to manage these properly? Tackling trials properly, involves managing...

    MANAGING CHRISTIAN TRIALS-II—James 1:1-27 Attention: A man in a supermarket was pushing a cart which contained, among other things, a screaming baby. As the man proceeded along the aisles, he kept repeating softly, "Keep calm, Thomas. Don’t get excited, Thomas. Don’t yell, Thomas." A lady watched ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Chris Kelly avatar

    How Jesus Speaks Through The Bible Series

    Contributed by Chris Kelly on Sep 29, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,395 views

    Jesus is speaking to us today. Are we listening? This is the first in a series of messages explaining how Jesus communicates to us today.

    For past 8 months now we’ve been studying the life of Jesus… (birth, death, one-on-one, relationship principles, things I wish never said…)… Some might say, “All that is fine and good…but where is Jesus today?” If He’s still alive…how can I ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

  • Michael Stark avatar

    Our Tawdry Little Secret

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Jan 24, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,138 views

    As we fulfil the Great Commission, we will reach out to women who have had abortions. How shall we treat them? Within our congregations are women who have aborted. How will we minister to them? The message is a plea to deal boldly with sin.

    “Uriah said to David, ‘The ark and Israel and Judah dwell in booths, and my lord Joab and the servants of my lord are camping in the open field. Shall I then go to my house, to eat and to drink and to lie with my wife? As you live, and as your soul lives, I will not do this thing.’ Then David ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Pastor Dempsey Daniels avatar

    I Got What It Takes To Stand

    Contributed by Pastor Dempsey Daniels on Sep 5, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 11,955 views

    The inspiration for this sermon came from a fellow contributor, Dr Robert E. Houston from California message, Stand <not available on this site> and also some of the information used in the development also came from that sermon.

    I GOT WHAT IT TAKES TO STAND! Ephesians 6:11-13 King James Version – 11Put on the whole armour of God, that ye may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil. 12For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Michael Stark avatar

    Real Faith Is Never Passive Series

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Mar 29, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,879 views

    Faith in Christ the Lord is life-changing, and the changes are evident to all people.

    JAMES 2:14-17 REAL FAITH IS NEVER PASSIVE “What good is it, my brothers, if someone says he has faith but does not have works? Can that faith save him? If a brother or sister is poorly clothed and lacking in daily food, and one of you says to them, “Go in peace, be warmed and filled,” without ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Michael McCartney avatar

    "The Unforgiving Heart" Jonah Pt 4 Series

    Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Apr 7, 2008
    based on 9 ratings
     | 23,506 views

    Jonah exposes his unforgiving heart in chapter 4 and God challenges him with the question, “What right do you have to be angry?” The question reminds Jonah that God showed him mercy and grace in the belly of whale so he needs to pass on this same gift.

    “The Unforgiving Heart” Jonah pt 4 Opening Illustration: Trying to forgive from Blue Fish TV - Teaching Moments Vol. 1- “A Daughter Killed by a Drunk Driver”. Thesis: Jonah exposes his unforgiving heart in chapter 4 and God challenges him with the question, “What right do you have to be angry?” ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Michael Stark avatar

    Spiritual Schizophrenia Series

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Jul 19, 2008
    based on 5 ratings
     | 6,027 views

    It is impossible to live a life characterized by blessing God while simultaneously cursing other believers. To attempt to so live is to demonstrate that one is suffering spiritual schizophrenia.

    JAMES 3:7-12 SPIRITUAL SCHIZOPHRENIA “Every kind of beast and bird, of reptile and sea creature, can be tamed and has been tamed by mankind, but no human being can tame the tongue. It is a restless evil, full of deadly poison. With it we bless our Lord and Father, and with it we curse people who ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Matthew Kratz avatar

    Putting On The New Person

    Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Jan 6, 2014
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,685 views

    The 1) Position (Colossians 3:9–10a), 2) Progress (Colossians 3:10b), 3) Partnership (Colossians 3:11), 4) Performance (Colossians 3:12–13), and 5) Perfection of the New Person. (Colossians 3:14).

    If you received a new pair of paints, dress or another part of clothing for Christmas, you most likely have tried it on by now. You may be wearing it today. We tend to get excited about new clothing for we wonder how it will look on us, how it will wear and just the general excitement of something ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

  • Brad Bailey avatar

    Myth: Christians Are Better People Series

    Contributed by Brad Bailey on May 24, 2013
     | 3,452 views

    Myth: Christians are Better People

    MYTH: Christians Are Better People Series: Myths: Exposing the False Beliefs that Bind Us Brad Bailey - April 7, 2013 Intro: (Could open with humorous story came out this week about poodles being sold that were actually weasels on steroids.) ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational