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  • Sandeep Samson avatar

    The Radical Transformation: A Study Of 1 John 3:4-10 Series

    Contributed by Sandeep Samson on Apr 28, 2025
     | 296 views

    A Life Marked by Holiness and change. The Christian faith is not merely about forgiveness—it is about transformation.

    The Christian faith is not merely about forgiveness—it is about transformation. In 1 John 3:4-10, the apostle delivers a powerful message that cuts to the heart of what it means to be a follower of Christ. This passage is both a warning and an encouragement, revealing the stark contrast between a ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    The Song Of The Thunderstorm. Abridged.

    Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Dec 5, 2024
    based on 2 ratings
     | 501 views

    “The voice of the LORD.”

    THE SONG OF THE THUNDERSTORM. Psalm 29:1-11. 1. The thunderstorm. Storm clouds gather over the Mediterranean. The thunder rolls inland over the cedars of Lebanon, and lightning strikes strip the cedars bare. Even the mountains of the North seem to be shaken to their very foundations. The storm ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Unmasking Satan’s Strategies: Discernment Vs. Suspicion (Part 2) Series

    Contributed by Joseph Ondu on Apr 4, 2023
     | 1,455 views

    Satan is a personality with definite character traits. It is character that gives dignity and value to a person, or character degrades a person. Character is the inner life of a person that forms his actions and shapes his life.

    Put on the full armor of God so that you can fight against the devil’s evil tricks. (Ephesian 6:11) One of the major factors in every form of warfare is reconnaissance. We see that dimension of warfare in the Bible and in our contemporary world. Reconnaissance is carrying out a ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Relentless Rhythms Of Time.

    Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Nov 10, 2024
    based on 2 ratings
     | 679 views

    A time for everything.

    THE RELENTLESS RHYTHMS OF TIME. Ecclesiastes 3:1-13. ‘Turn, turn, turn’ is the refrain of the old pop song based upon these verses. However, time is not circular, but linear: it is more like a river relentlessly, but always, running downstream. It is our subjective experience of time that gives ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Dean Courtier avatar

    The Gift Of Eternal Life: Exploring Romans 6:23 Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Apr 2, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,195 views

    Romans 6:23 – the gift of eternal life. This verse serves as a beacon of hope and assurance for believers, reminding us of God's abundant grace and mercy. Let us dive into this scripture together and uncover its transformative power for our lives.

    The Gift of Eternal Life: Exploring Romans 6:23 Introduction: Today we gather to explore the profound truth encapsulated in Romans 6:23 – the gift of eternal life. This verse serves as a beacon of hope and assurance for believers, reminding us of God's abundant grace and mercy. Let us dive ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Paul Apple avatar

    Keep Running The Race Series

    Contributed by Paul Apple on Jul 7, 2001
    based on 18 ratings
     | 4,912 views

    2 MOTIVATIONS FOR PERSERVERENCE IN THE FAITH AND IN THE GOSPEL MINISTRY

    BIG IDEA: 2 MOTIVATIONS FOR PERSERVERENCE IN THE FAITH AND IN THE GOSPEL MINISTRY I. (:8-10) KEEP RUNNING THE RACE BECAUSE OUR TESTIMONY IMPACTS THE SALVATION OF GOD’S ELECT A. (:8) Encouragement from the Promise Fulfilled = the Resurrection of Jesus Christ The Resurrection of Christ lies at the ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Preach The Word Series

    Contributed by Paul Apple on Jul 10, 2001
    based on 39 ratings
     | 6,381 views

    PAUL’S FINAL CHARGE TO HIS YOUNGER PROTÉGÉ: FULFILL YOUR MINISTRY BY PREACHING THE WORD (REGARDLESS OF WHETHER OR NOT THE MESSAGE IS POPULAR)

    BIG IDEA: PAUL’S FINAL CHARGE TO HIS YOUNGER PROTÉGÉ: FULFILL YOUR MINISTRY BY PREACHING THE WORD (REGARDLESS OF WHETHER OR NOT THE MESSAGE IS POPULAR) I. (:1) THE EYEWITNESSES OF THE CHARGE: PAY CLOSE ATTENTION! (Maintaining sound doctrine is serious business) A. The Seriousness of the Charge – ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Paul Fritz avatar

    The Role Of The Holy Spirit In Preaching

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Aug 13, 2001
    based on 54 ratings
     | 12,228 views

    The Role of the Holy Spirit in Preaching

    THE ROLE OF THE HOLY SPIRIT IN PREACHING A. Jn. 16:13 tells us that the Holy Spirit will guide us into all truth. He will help illuminate, interpret, and reveal things about Christ to us and to our congregation. Help the people know that the Holy Spirit is the chief teacher! B. Jn. ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • William Young avatar

    The Work Of The Holy Spirit

    Contributed by William Young on Sep 10, 2001
    based on 50 ratings
     | 6,806 views

    Thesis: To clarify the nature of the Holy Spirits’ Work.

    THE WORK OF THE HOLY SPIRIT John 16:7-14 Thesis: to clarify the nature of the Holy Spirits work. Introduction: 1. There is more info in John about the Holy Spirit than in Matt MK LK 2. In order to understand the mission/work of the HS we must keep in mind that Jesus is talking to His APOSTLES in ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Tommy Ellis avatar

    Who Is Christ And Who Are You?

    Contributed by Tommy Ellis on May 10, 2002
    based on 54 ratings
     | 3,920 views

    Sermon emphasizes that the claims of Jesus are clear, but people feign ignorance because they want to be ignorant. Having identified Jesus as the Christ--Savior--the question of who we are is explored. Who are we without Christ? Who are we with Christ?

    WHO IS CHRIST AND WHO ARE YOU? Scripture Reading: John 10:22-30 Jesus is the Christ--the Savior of our souls. We are the saved ones--safe only with God. Several questions arise from this assertion. Why do people not accept Jesus for who he is? Who are we apart from God? Who are we with God? ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Richard Rutledge avatar

    A Prodigal Or A Prodigy

    Contributed by Richard Rutledge on Jun 12, 2001
    based on 46 ratings
     | 4,023 views

    Graduation sermon

    A Prodigal or a Prodigy Luke 15: 11-24 This passage of Scripture has been preached on numerous times. It’s been dramatized, sensationalized and often times taken to the extreme. It has become a melodrama of Scripture. It’s been preached about how rambunctious this son was. About how rebellious he ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Paul Apple avatar

    Give Them Their Due Series

    Contributed by Paul Apple on Jun 26, 2001
    based on 14 ratings
     | 4,930 views

    THE RIGHTEOUS DESIRE VENGEANCE AND VINDICATION FROM UNJUSTIFIED ATTACKERS

    BIG IDEA: THE RIGHTEOUS DESIRE VENGEANCE AND VINDICATION FROM UNJUSTIFIED ATTACKERS (:1-5) INTRODUCTION: UNJUSTIFIED ATTACKERS BRING US TO OUR KNEES IN PRAYER Key phrase: "But I am in prayer" (:4) A. Supreme Court of Appeal = God Himself 1. The One Deserving of Praise "O God of my praise" 2. ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Greg Waddell avatar

    The Character Of Compassion

    Contributed by Greg Waddell on Mar 5, 2001
    based on 216 ratings
     | 8,085 views

    A fresh look at the meaning of compassion as displayed in the character of Jesus.

    THE CHARACTER OF COMPASSION Matthew 9:35-38 Compassionate people . . . I. Cross forbidden boundaries. A. Compassion drives one outside the conventional boundaries. . . . Routine is the enemy of compassion. . . . Jesus broke the routine . . . stepped outside the normal . . . He wanted to see . . ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • JOEL SANTOS avatar

    The Leaders' Interpersonal Relationship-(Part 3 Of 7) Series

    Contributed by Joel Santos on Sep 23, 2004
    based on 11 ratings
     | 3,291 views

    Paul sets before us a worthy goal-which most of us will work on for a lifetime

    It’s interesting that Paul uses four negative expressions to specify how the godly leader must live. Some things simply must not be present in his life. Those four are counter-balanced by one positive characteristic. 1. Not violent 1 Timothy 3:3 I like the King James rendering-"Not a striker." ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Gary Howard avatar

    Restoration

    Contributed by Gary Howard on Oct 9, 2004
    based on 14 ratings
     | 10,656 views

    To Bring us back to God’s orginal blueprint and pattern for His church.

    Restoration History-PART ONE TEX:IITIM 1;13 AIM: TO BRING US BACK TO THE ORGINIONAL BLUEPRINT. INTRODUCTION: A. WHAT IS RESTROATION 1. RELIGION: BECOMES APART OF ONE’S LIFE. SIMPLY PUT, IT IS EXTENSION OF ONES FAITH. OUR FAITH WILL NEVER BECOME SOCIAL, UNTIL ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ