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  • Perry Greene avatar

    Failed Glory (2) Series

    Contributed by Perry Greene on Sep 19, 2016
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    Leaders and followers can remove the glory of God from a church by emphasizing relevance over transcendence.

    1. 17 Inches [John Scolinos and Home Plate In 1996 John Scolinos spoke to more than 4000 baseball coaches at the American Baseball Coaches Association convention in Nashville, TN. He was a legend among baseball coaches. He was a Hall of Fame College Baseball Head coach who coached at Pepperdine ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    "What Does It Mean To Be The Church Of Jesus?"

    Contributed by Ken Sauer on Mar 1, 2018
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    A sermon about the importance of doing what we are supposed to be doing.

    “What Does It Mean to be the Church of Jesus?” John 2:13-22 Recently I read an article in Christianity Today entitled “Boring Church Services Changed My Life.” The author writes that there was never a day in his life when he wasn’t going to church. His parents were both heavily involved in ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Increasing Our Faith Series

    Contributed by Terry Denis on Jan 29, 2019
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    Putting our faith to work by adding godly virtues in increasing measure.

    Increasing our Faith 2 Peter 1:1-11 Introduction. In this encouraging epistle, Peter expressed the wonderful grace of God who gave us everything we need for life and godliness made possible by our knowledge of Jesus Christ who called us to his glory and excellence. The basic element of faith is ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Cut It Out

    Contributed by Jeff Hatos on May 29, 2019
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    What should we do when confronted by those who say a particular part of the Bible is wrong? Do we defend that area or cut that part out of the Bible?

    Cut It Out 2 Timothy 3:14-17 But continue thou in the things which thou hast learned and hast been assured of, knowing of whom thou hast learned them; And that from a child thou hast known the Holy Scriptures, which are able to make thee wise unto salvation through faith which is in Christ Jesus. ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Partiality And Favoritism Series

    Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Oct 9, 2019
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    James teaches us that showing partiality or favoritism is actually a sin and spells out how we can more easily avoid falling into this temptation.

    This passage begins a new section in James. There are certain temptations and trials that are constantly confronting us. One of the strongest is that of showing partiality or favoritism, of discriminating against people. READ James 2:1. So, here we have the charge against showing partiality. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Family Man

    Contributed by Davon Huss on Mar 24, 2014
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    A sermon on the last two qualifications for being a deacon, church leader (Material adapted from Alexander Strauch's book, The New Testament Deacon)

    HoHum: Gene Getz was leading some Bible studies on the qualifications of church leaders. Two men were there who were new Christians and had little knowledge of the Bible. After a few sessions these two men said, “You know this is the first time we’ve heard this list of qualifications ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    He Lives And You Can Too! Series

    Contributed by William Akehurst on Apr 19, 2014
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    The Resurrection of Jesus says it all. He lived, he died, he's alive. When Jesus said follow Him, this is our life's course. We live, we die, we live again. IF we are in CHRIST.

    EASTER SUNDAY 2014 SERMON 2014.04.20 HE AROSE and you can too! William Akehurst HSWC Call to worship: Psalms 20:5-6 5 We will rejoice in thy salvation, and in the name of our God we will set up our banners: the LORD fulfil all thy petitions. 6 Now know I that the LORD saveth his anointed; he ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Primary Signs Of Jesus' Return - Part 1 Series

    Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Feb 27, 2023
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    The Bible doesn't specifically say what day Jesus will return to Earth to set up His Kingdom, but it does say it "will come like a thief in the night" and tells us some events that must occur first (1 Thessalonians 5:2 ESV).

    "when you see all these things, you know that he is near, at the very gates. Truly, I say to you, this generation will not pass away until all these things take place." (Matthew 24:33-34 ESV) Let's look at the primary biblical signs of Jesus' return. 1. Gospel Preached ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Days Of The Holy Spirit And Deception.

    Contributed by Howard Strickland on Oct 28, 2020
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    Verse 2 of Isaiah 60, gives the reader more of a grip about the time and season of this glorious light. It will be in a day and time of great darkness, and a deep darkness among the people.

    Days Of The Holy Spirit and Deception. Isaiah 60:1-2NKJV Glynda Lomax wrote, I live in Arkansas. I love when autumn comes and fall leaves drift down on autumn breezes. But in Arkansas, you have to be careful about those leaves on the ground because some of them conceal serpents. There are lots of ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Having Done All, Stand Series

    Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Oct 29, 2020
     | 3,896 views

    Not unlike other churches within the first century, Thessalonica faced much adversity and opposition. They were relentlessly attacked for their faith in Christ. However, Paul encouraged them to remain steadfast in the faith, standing firmly for the Lord.

    Having Done All, Stand 1 Thessalonians 2: 14-16 It has been a few weeks since we began to study this powerful letter to the Thessalonian church. Our last encounter revealed Paul encouraging the church to be an imitator of Christ rather than a pretender of the faith. He exhorted them to a life ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Living Hope For Our Future

    Contributed by Michael Koplitz on Apr 8, 2021
     | 3,952 views

    Peter tells us that we receive Living Hope through the resurrection of Christ. What is this living hope all about?

    A Living Hope for Our Future 1 Peter 1:3-5 Rev. Dr. Michael H. Koplitz Peter's letter starts with a doxology. A doxology is a short hymn to praise God. Imagine if we began all of our conversations, whether written, oral, or electronic, with praise to our God? We would be invoking the Holy ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Treasures Of Wickedness Profit Nothing

    Contributed by Dr. David Hallum on Mar 24, 2021
     | 2,746 views

    Treasures of wickedness profit nothing, but righteousness delivers from death.

    Introduction: Making A Name In the mid-1800s, Texas rancher Samuel Augustus Maverick refused to brand his cattle. When neighboring cowboys came upon a calf without a brand, they called it a “maverick.” The word entered the English language and came to refer to a person who takes an independent ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Brad Beaman avatar

    Noah And The Flood Series

    Contributed by Brad Beaman on Apr 5, 2022
     | 3,782 views

    The Genesis flood is judgment of our holy God. God’s Judgment in the flood serves as a stark reminder that God is serious about his warnings. It is also a lesson in the grace of God and that God keeps his promise regarding those who are faithful to Him.

    Noah’s Ark is a popular children’s story. A toy ark was one of the first children’s toys my oldest daughter received. Noah’s ark is a popular nursery theme. There is the children’s song: “Noah, he builded, he builded an Arky, Arky.” The focus for children is the safety inside the ark for the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Davon Huss avatar

    Famous Last Words On Mission Series

    Contributed by Davon Huss on May 29, 2024
     | 510 views

    Talk about mission from Revelation 8 & 9 from the first 6 trumpets

    HoHum: Memorial Day: I stand for the flag; I kneel for the cross WBTU: Saw a bumper sticker that said: Jesus is coming! Look busy! Boss is coming so look busy The Bible teaches that a day is coming when the trumpet of the archangel will sound, the eastern sky will split and Jesus will come ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    When Your Sin Finds You Out Series

    Contributed by Brad Beaman on Sep 17, 2022
     | 2,783 views

    David could not hide his sin from the very one who he ultimately sinned against, God. God knows your every move, your every thought, and your every motive.

    Thomas Cromwell was having a portrait painted. He said, “paint me as I am leave out not a scar or a blemish.” There is a Wikipedia article on the portrait of Thomas Cromwell. The article says that Cromwell’s portrait is the least flattering portrait the artist ever painted. For centuries a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist