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  • John Lowe avatar

    Characteristics Of Discipleship

    Contributed by John Lowe on Jul 9, 2014
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    Jesus didn't stop with teaching about the freedom that leads to bondage; He also spoke of a bondage that leads to freedom.. A true disciple is one who has renounced his or her way to follow the way of Christ.

    1-20-05 Title: Characteristics of Discipleship Text: “” (John 8:31) Bible Reading: John 8:30-59 Children have a funny way of looking at things. I read a cute little story which points out that fact. It seems Little Jeremy was on a walk with his grandfather when a stranger smiled ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    How Would You React?

    Contributed by Scott Spencer on Jul 9, 2014
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    When things get difficult, how do you react? Keeping a cool head is relatively easy whenever things are going smoothly. But what happens when the unexpected occurs?

    How would you react? Mark 14:10-11, 27-31, 43-47, 66-72 10. Then Judas Iscariot, who was one of the twelve, went off to the chief priests in order to betray Him to them. 11. They were glad when they heard this, and promised to give him money. And he began seeking how to betray Him at an ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

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    Made Alive In Christ Series

    Contributed by Scott Kircher on Jul 10, 2014
    based on 7 ratings
     | 14,367 views

    Are you experiencing life as the Walking Dead or are you truly Alive in Christ?

    Made Alive in Christ Ephesians 2:1-10 Intro Slide Have you heard the one about a plane that is about to crash? It has a pilot, a scientist, a pastor and a student, but there are only 3 parachutes. The pilot, knowing first that the plane is going to crash, takes a parachute reasoning, that it ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Baptists And Reformed Theology

    Contributed by Keith Foskey on Jul 11, 2014
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    The reformation gave rise to many denominations, including the baptists. In this lesson we see how reformed theology is an important part of baptist history.

    When I began this series, I listed 14 individual lessons which we were going to cover regarding the history of the church. The goal of this course was not to cover every historical event in the past 2,000 years, as that would be beyond our grasp. But instead, it was to show the clear consistent ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Rock And The Hard Place Part 1 Series

    Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Jul 12, 2014
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     | 7,233 views

    Part 1 focuses on how our knowing that God has forgiven us of sins we have repented from enables us to have confidence that He hears us when we are crying out to Him, especially when we're between the Rock and Hard Place.

    The Rock and the Hard Place – Part 1 You Are Forgiven Scriptures: Psalms 103:10-11; Jeremiah 31:34; Romans 8:31-39; I John 4:8, 16-18 Introduction: First and foremost I want to thank Cynthia and Anthony for covering for me during my sabbatical. The last two months have allowed me to ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    From Rags To Riches

    Contributed by John Lowe on Jul 16, 2014
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    When the curtain lifts on 2 Kings Chapter 4, we see a scene of misery, poverty, and despair. But, as the story progresses, the widow, who is one of the main characters, finds her way from rags to riches.

    1-14-05 Title: From Rags to Riches Text: “” (2 Kings 4:7) Bible Reading: 2 Kings 4:1-7 Introduction I want begin today with a joke about preachers. One Sunday a woman thanked the pastor for his sermon. The pastor tried to be humble and replied, “Don’t thank me, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Eulogy-Juanita Conner

    Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Jul 21, 2014
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    This is a eulogy for a woman who loved the Lord, was active in the life of the church, and made a difference in the lives of others.

    Homegoing Service—Juanita Conners 7/14/2014 We don’t often recognize it, but each one of us was in the hands of God, before we were born. The Scriptures tell us in Psalms 139 Psalm 139:13-16 (NIV) 13 For you created my inmost being; you knit me together in my ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    God's "Go To" Guidance Series

    Contributed by Larry Turner on Jul 31, 2014
     | 6,708 views

    We need to learn how to trust in the Lord and not in ourselves. Only then can He show us his will and the path our lives should take.

    Have you ever heard the phrase, “Out of the mouth of babes?” It comes from the truth that sometimes it takes a child to reveal lasting wisdom. For example: · Patrick, age 10, said, “Never trust a dog to watch your food.” · Michael, 14, said, “When your dad is mad and ...read more

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    Denomination: Foursquare

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    A Better Alternative To Worry Series

    Contributed by Bruce Goettsche on Aug 11, 2014
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     | 7,155 views

    In a world filled with worry, Solomon calls us to trust in the Lord.

    For many people anxiety or worry is a big problem. Dr. Richard Leahy, a psychologist and anxiety specialist said a few years ago: “The average high school kid today has the same level of anxiety as the average psychiatric patient in the early 1950’s”. You find anxiety in a ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Excuse Me, While I Preach To Myself Series

    Contributed by Kevin L. Jones on Nov 24, 2015
    based on 7 ratings
     | 28,323 views

    A sermon examining the responsibilities of a shepherd.

    Excuse Me, While I Preach To Myself I Peter 5:1-5 In our local Baptist association it seems that there are always 5 to 10 churches who are without a pastor. When a pastor resigns, the church will form a "pastor search committee" This is a group of people who are given the responsibility of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Paying Taxes To Caesar Series

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Dec 5, 2015
     | 8,836 views

    The question about taxes to Caesar in Luke 20:19-26 shows us the distinction between the authority of the government and the authority of God.

    Scripture The final section in The Gospel of Luke begins at Luke 19:28. Luke described Jesus’ final week on earth, and began with his triumphal entry into Jerusalem on Palm Sunday (19:28-40). As Jesus drew near the city of Jerusalem he burst into tears and wept over the city because of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Sold Out For Christ..."A Scandalous Resolution"

    Contributed by Charlie Roberts on Dec 21, 2015
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     | 5,906 views

    A big percentage of the population calls themselves Christians... And we have no right to believe that they are not Christians if they say their christians. However...where's the fruit??

    Sold out for Christ..."A Scandalous Resolution" Illus. By Paul Decker A small storeowner was being pressured to sell his store to the owners of a large department store who had bought every building on the block, except his. Frustrated by the man’s refusal to sell, they eventually opened ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Virgin Birth Series

    Contributed by Brian Bill on Dec 25, 2015
    based on 2 ratings
     | 12,479 views

    At the cradle we see that Jesus is with us. At the cross we see that He is for us.

    The Virgin Birth Rev. Brian Bill December 24, 2015 The website Statistic Brain has tracked each year’s “must-have Christmas gift” for the past few decades. Here are a few highlights, or lowlights: • 1983 – Cabbage Patch Kids • 1985 – Pound ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    5 Weddings In The Bible

    Contributed by Ken Henson on Jan 6, 2016
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     | 11,565 views

    a wedding message chronicling the 5 weddings of the Bible

    Marriage. These days some people are afraid of it. In fact there is a name for fear of marriage: Gamophobia According to www.fearof.net (a compendium of phobias), psychological and emotional symptoms at the thought or subject of marriage/commitment: Psychological symptoms include: • Feeling ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    Heeding The Warnings Series

    Contributed by Tim Smith on Feb 7, 2016
     | 10,236 views

    Along our journey of life, God gives us signs and warnings through people, circumstances and events. God gives us the warning in Jude because He loves us and wants the best for us.

    “Heeding the Warnings” Jude It was 1 am in the morning and I had just finished my last day of work before I headed to Dallas to enroll in seminary. I stopped by Giovanna’s apartment to say goodbye and then got on the road. I had scrimped and saved all semester to have enough money ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist