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  • Jason Jones avatar

    Sharp Contention Series

    Contributed by Jason Jones on Sep 4, 2008
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     | 4,486 views

    Exposition of Acts 15:36-41 regarding the disagreement that Paul and Barnabas had over whether or not to take John Mark with them

    Text: Acts 15:36-41, Title: Sharp Contention, Date/Place: NRBC, 9/7/08, AM A. Opening illustration: they called it the first church of laying on of hands and healing (see below) B. Background to passage: Theological conflict settled. Church rejoicing in unity and freedom. And the heart of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Kwame Kilpatrick And Great Falls In The Bible

    Contributed by David Parks on Sep 8, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,013 views

    Like King Saul, He seemed like a man with an incredible future but in the end he fell

    KWAME KILPATRICK AND GREAT FALLS IN THE BIBLE Text: 2:Samuel 1:27 INTRODUCTION: 1. This was a historic week for the state of Michigan. After months of controversy, the Mayor of Detroit plead guilty to two felony counts of lying under oath and accepted a sentence of 4 months in jail forfeiture of ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Power Of Ambition Series

    Contributed by Stephen Schwambach on Jun 18, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,852 views

    Ambition is bad, right?...not necessarily.

    The Power of Ambition “Uncharted” Week 2 September 19, 2004 Drama: “Make it Happen” You could sum up every over-the-top success seminar you’ve ever attended in a single word: • “AMBITION” We’re not exactly lacking for social icons who EMBODY that word, are we? IMAG 01 – Donald ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Lord Supper

    Contributed by Robert Bravo on Jul 1, 2007
    based on 11 ratings
     | 29,070 views

    What is the lords supper

    Lords Supper Luke 22:14 - 20 (KJV) 14And when the hour was come, he sat down, and the twelve apostles with him. 15And he said unto them, With desire I have desired to eat this passover with you before I suffer: 16For I say unto you, I will not any more eat thereof, until it be fulfilled in the ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

  • T.J. Conwell avatar

    Revelation, Part 16 Series

    Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Jul 11, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,489 views

    Study of the Book of Revelation

    Revelation Part 16 Revelation 11:1-3 Introduction This lesson is a teaching lesson … Today, we return to the book of Revelation in Chapter 11 to see the example of two souls who are unashamed of the Gospel of Jesus Christ. These two souls are brought forth from God to preach the Word, showing ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Explosion Of The Spirit Series

    Contributed by Jason Jones on May 22, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,321 views

    Exposition of Acts 2:1-13 about the moving of the Spirit of God on Pentecost

    Text: Acts 2:1-13, Title: The Explosion of the Spirit, Date/Place: NRBC, 5/27/07, AM A. Opening illustration: Read portions of the accounts of the Great Awakenings in the 1730’s from Edwards B. Background to passage: As you know the disciples have been waiting and praying for 10 days on the promise ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Vc1 - Put On The New Man Series

    Contributed by John Lowe on Mar 17, 2020
     | 3,474 views

    The slave was not even classified as a human being; he was merely a living tool, with no rights of his own. His master could either beat or brand or maim or even kill him at his whim. There could not be any fellowship in the ancient world between a slave and a free man.

    Paul's Epistle to the Colossians 4/21/19 Tom Lowe Lesson VC1 - Put On The New Man, Renewed In The Image Of Our Creator (Colossians 3:10-11) Scripture: Colossians 3:10-11 (NIV) 10 and have put on the new self, which is being renewed in knowledge in the image of its Creator. 11 Here ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Great Gain Series

    Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Mar 25, 2020
     | 3,681 views

    The world is moving to acquire great gain in the form of wealth and luxury. The stand of a Disciple of Christ on these matters determine his religion and life life goals.

    Theme: Great Gain Text: 1 Timothy 6:3-10 Introduction: Paul's letters to Timothy and Titus are known as Pastoral Letters. The first letter to Timothy is concerned about Christian worship and Church administration. Second letter challenge to endure sufferings and be bold witness till death. ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Preferring Others In Giving Series

    Contributed by Dan Cormie on Jun 22, 2013
     | 2,722 views

    The new birth results in revolutionary change. “None but Christ can transform a burglar into a benefactor!” - John R.W. Stott

    Dakota Community Church Ephesians 56, Grace at Work 26 June 23, 2013 Preferring Others in Giving We are given six behaviors we are to discontinue - because they destroy unity. We are given six replacement behaviors which will foster and protect unity. Instead of lying; speak truth ...having put ...read more

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    Denomination: Mennonite

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    Discipleship Means Total Commitment Series

    Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Jun 24, 2013
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,685 views

    Many know the story of Saul’s conversion – but many miss the meaning of it and how it applies to Christians today. (Acts 9:1-19)

    Discipleship Means Total Commitment Acts 9:1-19 Introduction - Not all of us have everything together – especially in the church -- When it comes to dwelling together we often rub each other the wrong way -- Saul’s conversion gives a unique backstage look into our own ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Love Of Money 1 Timothy 6:3-19 Series

    Contributed by Ken Henson on Jul 22, 2013
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,579 views

    We live in a world that promises if you get a good job in a good company and make good money and get a good house and a good car you’ll be happy. The Bible teaches if you have a good relationship with God you have none of those things and be truly happy.

    A Carjacking that was foiled in a Northern Virginia Shopping Mall. It seems as if an elderly grandmother had been given a gun by her son in which to protect herself. On day after she did her shopping she returned to the car where she found four white males seated inside. She dropped her shopping ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    Kingdom Attitudes Series

    Contributed by Ed Vasicek on May 5, 2014
     | 5,932 views

    The church and New Testament doctrine are founded not only upon God’s past dealings with Israel, but also his future dealings. If you miss this, you miss much. We are a preview of God’s Kingdom on earth, and we must embrace Kingdom attitudes.

    Kingdom Attitudes (Isaiah 56:1-12) 1. I collect humor, and Jewish jokes are among my favorites. 2. It was a sweltering August day in 1937 when the Cohen brothers entered the posh Dearborn, Michigan, offices of Henry Ford, the car maker. "Mr. Ford," announced Norman Cohen, the eldest of the three. ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Knowing God Personally Living For God Powerfully Series

    Contributed by Billy Ricks on Feb 7, 2014
    based on 1 rating
     | 11,276 views

    Fourth week of this series. God offers a personal relationship that leads to a powerful life for His glory.

    Intro: Andy Stanley tells the story of when he was 13 and learning the meaning of the phrase, "Actions speak louder than words." His dad was the Associate Pastor of First Baptist in Atlanta when the senior pastor was asked to resign. Charles Stanley was asked to preach on Sundays until a suitable ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    An Exposition Of Revelation 1:1-3 Series

    Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Aug 16, 2013
     | 6,153 views

    This is the second of what will be a long series on the Book of Revelation. The first sermon was "Introduction to the Book of Revelation

    An Exposition of Revelation: 1:1-3 Verse 1: The Revelation of Jesus Christ which God gave to his servant John to reveal to his fellow servants what must quickly come to pass, having signified this by sending His angel to John. The Book of Revelation itself begins with a significant issue of ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Like Teacher, Like Student

    Contributed by Mary Erickson on Jun 22, 2020
     | 4,609 views

    The full impact and wonder of God's loving grace is the most liberating force on earth. That good news is not always well received.

    June 21, 2020 Hope Lutheran Church Rev. Mary Erickson Matthew 10:24-39; Romans 6:1-11 Like Teacher, Like Student Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. “It’s enough for the disciple to be like the teacher, and the slave like the ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran