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  • Dale Pilgrim avatar

    Worth Dying For Series

    Contributed by Dale Pilgrim on Nov 12, 2009
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     | 6,906 views

    When Jesus decided we were worth dying for, there were many caught in the crossfire.

    “Worth Dying For” John 15:13 Remembrance Day Service Today is a day that needs little help in terms of explanation or description. The sacrifice of Canadian troops, along with allied nations, fighting for the freedom of the world, is not hard to understand. What is difficult to grasp is the price ...read more

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    Denomination: Salvation Army

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    The Christ Of Christmas

    Contributed by Bob Briggs on Dec 18, 2005
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    What will you do with Jesus?

    There has been much debate this year over Christmas. The politically correct, or should I say the politically incorrect has been working overtime in an attempt to remove Christ from Christmas, and any reminder of why we celebrate December 25th. Call it a happy holiday, or a winter break, but ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Becoming Peacemekers

    Contributed by Eric Hanson on Feb 22, 2008
     | 1,717 views

    Jesus commended us to be peacemakers. How do we go about this?

    BECOMING PEACEMAKERS (Matthew 5:9) Pastor Eric J. Hanson In this article we shall explore one aspect of relating to others properly; that of being peacemakers. Peace is a great theme of the Bible. It is mentioned 412 times. Additionally peacemakers is mentioned 8 times, and peaceable 12 ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    For Women Series

    Contributed by Davon Huss on Feb 7, 2015
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    Discuss her appearance, attitude and abilities (Cannot pin down one primary source but some material adapted from Andreas Kostenberger's article found here: http://www.cbmw.org/Journal/Vol-2-No-4/Saved-Through-Childbearing)

    Introduction: Matthew Henry was commenting on Genesis 2:21-23- The woman was not made out of the man’s head to rule over him, nor out of his feet to be trampled upon by him, but out of his side to be equal with him and near his heart to be beloved. WBTU: I remember it well. It was my first ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • James Lee avatar

    From Satan’s Slave To God’s Servant: Series

    Contributed by James Lee on Dec 4, 2015
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    I would like to thank Pastor Jerry Shirley for sharing this series on Acts. It has been a blessing as well as a great help. I have used these for our church, as I spend my days caring for my dying father.

    From Satan’s Slave to God’s Servant: Acts 16:16-24. Last time, we saw that Paul heard God and because of his obedience, the gospel entered Europe. We looked at Lydia, the first person to be saved because she was searching. Today, we’ll look at the salvation of the slave girl and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    About The Spirit Series

    Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Feb 2, 2016
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    A series of messages on the theology of the Trinity

    Message Notes: January 31, 2016 A.M. Series – “Does It Matter What You Believe?” Luke 1:1 Forasmuch as many have taken in hand to set forth in order a declaration of those things which are most surely believed among us, KJV “About the Spirit” John 14:15-21 John ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Perry Greene avatar

    Darkness Before Dawn Series

    Contributed by Perry Greene on Sep 6, 2012
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    Nature gives us insights into who God is and what he does as well as how we are to live before him. In this lesson we recognize that the darkness of night, ths shining of the stars, and the dawn of the sun parallel the darkness of evil that encompasses th

    1. Aggie and Sun Story The rivalry between UT and Texas A&M is well known. While living in Texas, a UT fan told me an “Aggie” joke. “Did you hear about the Aggie” who stayed up all night wondering what happened to the sun? Then it dawned on him!” 2. Psalm 8.2-4 3 When I look at your heavens, the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Living For Christ In A Postmodern World

    Contributed by Ezekiel Ette on Oct 21, 2017
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    It is possible to live the Christian life and still live responsibly and fully in a world of diversity.

    Living for Christ in a Postmodern World The Rev. (Dr.) Ezekiel Ette Matt. 22 : 15 – 22 We live in a confusing time indeed, a time when what is reality and truth are considered controversial, yet we follow a savior who is the way, the truth and the life” (John 14 : 6). There was a time when many ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

  • Leighton (Lee) Vary avatar

    The Birth Of Christ Series

    Contributed by Leighton (Lee) Vary on Nov 2, 2015
     | 7,628 views

    The Miracle of Christ's Birth

    Introduction A fourth-grade teacher was giving her pupils a lesson in logic. "Here is the situation," she said. "A man is standing up in a boat in the middle of a river, fishing. He loses his balance, falls in, and begins splashing and yelling for help. His wife hears the commotion, knows he ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Keith Foskey avatar

    The Canons Of Dort Series

    Contributed by Keith Foskey on Jun 22, 2014
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    What is the TULIP of Reformed Theology and where did it come from?

    Church History: Examining the Creeds and Confessions of the Church Through the Ages and Why They Matter. Lesson 11: The Canons of Dort QUESTION: How many of you have ever heard of the theological acronym TULIP? Typically the TULIP is known as the Doctrines of Grace. Sometimes it is referred to ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Grace Is About Ministry Series

    Contributed by Bob Gillchrest on Jan 28, 2011
     | 4,840 views

    Paul and Barnabas face first century bullying.

    If you’ve been paying any attention to the media reports lately, you’ve probably noticed how much attention bullying, especially in schools, has been getting the headlines. I think there has always been bullying in school, though I agree, it’s not something that should be ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Byron Sherman avatar

    No Mere Men-3--Sec. 1, Part 3 Series

    Contributed by Byron Sherman on Aug 19, 2014
     | 3,266 views

    3 of 10. Paul reveals the traits of unspiritual men. Unspiritual men are unable to exist in harmony. But Why? Because...No mere men can Overcome...

    NO MERE MEN-III—1Corinthians 3:1-9 Paul reveals the traits of unspiritual men. Unspiritual men are unable to exist in harmony. Why are the unspiritual unable to live in harmony? Because...No mere men can Overcome... And as we discovered previously—No mere men can Overcome... 1. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Gordon Weatherby avatar

    Paul's Preaching On The Power Of The Purse Series

    Contributed by Gordon Weatherby on Sep 14, 2013
     | 4,289 views

    This is the first of two messages from 1 Tim. 6 on Money and our walk with Christ. It deals with: I. Godless teachings on money. II Regardless of the amount of money we have we are to live in Godliness with contentment. III. Greed can become god.

    PAUL’S PREACHING ON THE POWER OF THE PURSE (Part One) 1 Timothy 6:3-10 INTRODUCTION: 1.) Over the past several weeks, we have seen many powerful teachings on many subjects in this letter of 1 Timothy. 2.) Today, and next week I want us to see some more very valuable teachings in regards to ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Derek Geldart avatar

    The Dangers Of Letting Culture Affect How We Read The Bible Series

    Contributed by Derek Geldart on Mar 3, 2019
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     | 8,455 views

    Should we allow culture dictate how we interpret God's Word? While most Christians would resoundingly say NO, culture often dictates what and how we read the Bible.

    God’s Word is Truth! Psalms 119:1-8 Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/?page_id=3567 Blessed are those who believe so strongly in God’s word being true that they are not only willing to meditate day and night on His statues but are also willing to become living sacrifices by walking ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Justin Steckbauer avatar

    Paradoxes Created By The Fall: The Tangent Universe & The New Universe

    Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Aug 3, 2021
     | 589 views

    Growth as much as life itself is shot through with paradox. Though it wasn't always that way. The universe itself once used to be quite right. It was good.

    Growth as much as life itself is shot through with paradox. Though it wasn't always that way. The universe itself once used to be quite right. It was good. Very good. And so were we. But something terrible happened, that no one can quite understand, long, long ago. This is not legend, but a ...read more

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    Denomination: Salvation Army