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  • Paul Andrew avatar

    Two Sons

    Contributed by Paul Andrew on Aug 17, 2017
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    Now, if you were in the shoes of these parents, which of the babysitters will you hire the next time?

    26A There were two sisters who worked as babysitters in their community. A young couple had recently moved into the neighborhood. They hired the younger of the two sisters to babysit their children. Imagine their surprise when they returned to find their home a complete mess, with their kids ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

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    Strengthened Through The Storm Series

    Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Oct 4, 2017
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     | 13,810 views

    Following an exciting day of ministry that included feeding the 5,000, the disciples had a long night ahead. This would be a night filled with fear and doubt, but one that would end in wonder and amazement of faith.

    Strengthened through the Storm Mark 6: 45-52 Our text follows another very busy day of ministry for Jesus and the disciples. He had just multiplied the bread and fish of a little boy’s lunch, and the disciples distributed the meal to several thousand people. The day is coming to an end, but there ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Hearing God

    Contributed by Phillip Smith on Jul 29, 2023
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    In your life and studies of the scriptures, do you hear God? I mean, do you really hear God speaking to you or is the idea of hearing God an illusion?

    In your life and studies of the scriptures, do you hear God? I mean, do you really hear God speaking to you or is the idea of hearing God an illusion? Often we forget, God is a Spirit: and they that worship him must worship him in spirit and in truth. John 4:24. Therefore, to hear God, which Jesus ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Elijah Prays: Announces No Rain Lesson 1 Series

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Aug 1, 2023
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    Let God use you as a witness, as He used Elijah.

    “And Elijah the Tishbite, of the inhabitants of Gilead, said to Ahab, ‘As the Lord God of Israel lives, before whom I stand, there shall not be dew nor rain these years, except at my word.’” 1 Kings 17:1, NKJV A. INTRODUCTION 1. Tishbite means, stranger or one alone or solitary. 2. Gilead means ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Jehovah Vs Baal Lesson 5 Series

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Aug 1, 2023
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    When you need to find God, revisit the place where He last manifested Himself.

    A. GOD’S LONE RANGER AT MOUNT CARMEL 1. Tishbite means strong or alone. “I am the only prophet of the LORD … left” (18:22). 2. Big crowd. “All the people of Israel gathered … 400 prophets of Baal … 450 prophets of Asherah” (v. 22 ff). 3. They expected rain, but will get fire. Now rain for 3 ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    By Faith Noah

    Contributed by Gary Holt on Aug 12, 2023
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    Noah trusted God by faith. God was pleased with Noah's faith. Noah was willing to obey and be loyal to God, when no one else was willing to honor God.

    “By Faith Noah…” Hebrews 11:7 This morning as we continue to through Hebrews 11: - we keep seeing average unimpressive people - that stepped out in faith and God used them in a big way - And every time God shows Himself to be worthy of trust One big thing we are to notice and learn is ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Baptism

    Contributed by Phillip Smith on Aug 16, 2023
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    At the end of the time Jesus was upon the earth, he showed himself to his disciples and told them certain things they were to do after he returned to Heaven. Luke records some of the things commanded. Matthew gives a clear command, "Baptizing them". Let us find out about this baptism.

    At the end of the time Jesus was upon the earth, he showed himself to his disciples and told them certain things they were to do after he returned to Heaven. Let us read Luke’s account; Luke 24:44-53. 44 And he said unto them, These are the words which I spake unto you, while I was yet with you, ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    God Has Called You Series

    Contributed by Roger Smith on Aug 28, 2023
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    God's call is Personal, Practical and Perpetual

    GOD HAS CALLED YOU 1 Peter 2v9-10 “for you are a chosen people. You are royal priests, a holy nation, God’s very own possession. As a result, you can show others the goodness of God, for he called you out of the darkness into His wonderful light. Once you had no identity as a people; now you are ...read more

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    Denomination: Congregational

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    It Is Finished

    Contributed by Steven Devroy on Mar 13, 2024
     | 1,301 views

    Jesus last words reveal to us some very important truths

    The title of our sermon this morning is “It is finished. These were Jesus last words before He gave up His spirit. Jesus earthly journey was an exciting one! It started with humble beginnings as Jesus was born in a stable. After being born into this world, His life was put into turmoil as His ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Active Faith Series

    Contributed by Brian Williams on Mar 20, 2024
     | 1,260 views

    Do we understand the importance of an active faith and it's potential outcome?

    Today we are continuing in our Genesis series: From Dust to Life. In Genesis 6, God warns Noah of the impending judgment coming on the earth, but He made a way for the salvation of Noah, his family, and the plethora of land animals. In chapter 7 the author doesn’t focus on Noah's building ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Wrapping Up God's Miraculous Work Lesson 5 Series

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Apr 3, 2024
     | 811 views

    A leader must stand firm as well as minister, preach, and pray.

    “Joshua and the people got up early in the morning and set out for the Jordan … then officers reminded the people … ‘When you see the Ark of the Covenant …. go quickly over the Jordan … stay about 3,000 feet away ... you have not come this way before’ … Joshua said to the people, ‘Sanctify ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Bringing Down The Walls Lesson 6 Series

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Apr 5, 2024
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     | 1,127 views

    Victory takes continual obedience, even when nothing seems to happen.

    A. APPROACHING THE BATTLE 1. Our battle plan comes from God. “I have given you Jericho, its kings, and all its mighty warriors” (6:2). “Joshua told the priests to carry the Ark of the Covenant around the city. Have seven priests walk in front carrying a ram’s horn. Have armed men lead the way ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Wonder Of His Walk

    Contributed by Don Kiper on Apr 5, 2024
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     | 910 views

    The text admonishes us to WALK as He WALKED

    1 John 2:6 He that saith he abideth in him ought himself also so to walk, even as he walked. 1 Peter 2:21 For even hereunto were ye called: because Christ also suffered for us, leaving us an example, that ye should follow his steps: His manner of life was: • Simple • Sincere • Godly We know ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Abc - The Building Blocks Of Faith - Awareness #2 Series

    Contributed by Robert Butler on Apr 8, 2024
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     | 701 views

    Awareness grows when we recognize sin as the block to God’s presence, a better life and our obedience to God’s will.

    Today we continue a 12 week series entitled, The ABC’s of faith. The larger idea is based on the idea that we learn over time through an exploration process of success and failure. Everything we come to know and understand is built over time on the foundation of trial and error. We learned last ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Genesis Chapter Twenty-Two Series

    Contributed by Tom Shepard on Mar 22, 2023
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     | 2,147 views

    These are thoughts on Genesis Chapter Twenty-Two. In his work, "What does every Bible chapter say..." John Hunt gives an overview of each chapter of the Bible. It is my intention to do the same thing here.

    GENESIS CHAPTER TWENTY-TWO OVERVIEW Overall what is happening in this chapter is that Abraham is tested to make a sacrifice of Isaac. Thomas Coke (1801) – Genesis 22 Abraham, being commanded to offer up his son Isaac, when stretching forth his hand to slay him, is prevented by the angel of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational