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  • Mark Opperman avatar

    Doing Things God's Way Series

    Contributed by Mark Opperman on Jan 21, 2008
    based on 9 ratings
     | 33,259 views

    Those who want God’s results in their lives, will persist in doing things His way.

    Doing Things God’s Way (Grace Under Fire) Acts 11:1-18 Intro: Why is it so difficult for men to follow directions? Have you ever bought something that said, “Some assembly required?” What did we do, men? We tear open the package and lay out all the parts and start slapping things together. I ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Is The Resurrection Believable?

    Contributed by Francis Camacho on Jul 9, 2002
    based on 90 ratings
     | 4,534 views

    4 Credible Evidences. Before we can prove the resurrection, we need to prove that Christ actually died, that the tomb was empty, that the resurrected Christ actually appeared to many, and that there were profound differences in the life of the witnesses.

    Is the Resurrection Believable? 4 Credible Evidences 1 Corinthians 15:1-8 Citation: Case For Christ by Lee Strobel 1 Corinthians 15:1-8 1Now I want to make clear for you, brothers and sisters, the gospel that I preached to you, that you received and on which you stand 2and by which you are being ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Paul Fritz avatar

    How To Discern Between Decisions That Are Good, Better Or Best 

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 24 ratings
     | 4,838 views

    Ask the Lord to help your decisions take into account Biblical, spiritual, moral, mental, social, historical, and interpersonal factors.

    Quote: Jesus said, "If anyone is willing to know my will they will know of the teaching if it is from God or whether I merely speak from myself." (John 7:17) Illustration:To avoid criticism, do nothing, say nothing, be nothing. Elbert Hubbard. 1. Have you ever wondered how to tell the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Bible And Retirement: Lesson 4: Paying A Price

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Sep 15, 2003
    based on 54 ratings
     | 4,004 views

    Series: The Bible and Retirement

    A. INTRODUCTION: THE PRICE IS ABSOLUTELY ESSENTIAL 1. To have a successful journey through life, you must continuously pay a price. The flesh wants ease. The devil wants defeat. The world wants conformity. 2. You fail to reach your greatest potential when you fail to pay a price. B. THE TEN ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Romans, Part 44 Series

    Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Jun 7, 2011
     | 3,804 views

    Paul’s desire to visit Rome comes on the heels of an incredible journey, but not without personal cost and obedience to Jesus through the Holy Spirit first. (Ref: Romans 15:23-33)

    Romans, Part 44 Romans 15:23-33 Introduction Why would any man desire to give his life to the cause of Jesus? - It’s not because of his salvation at stake (that is already assured; see v16a) -- EX: Cannot be a minister of Christ unless Christ dwells within you - It is because of his desire ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Can Prayer Override Scientific Law? Lesson 2 Series

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Apr 25, 2017
     | 3,103 views

    God does not break laws because law is an extension of the nature and purpose of God, and is the power by which He controls His universe. Since God cannot change, then His laws do not change.

    A. CRITICS’ POINTS 1. If God overrode the mechanical ecological system of the universe, an unknown number of cause and effect “accidents” would produce chaos. 2. Miracles are only a myth to perpetuate Christianity. 3. The observers were wrong in their perception, or the writers embellished the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Giving Your Best To Jesus

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Apr 3, 2025
     | 1,016 views

    Mary’s act of love and sacrifice teaches us that Jesus deserves our very best. Our worship, devotion, and giving should reflect the value we place on Christ.

    GIVING YOUR BEST TO JESUS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: John 12:1-8 Supporting Texts: Matthew 6:21, Romans 12:1, 2 Samuel 24:24, Luke 7:37-38, Mark 14:3-9 INTRODUCTION: Giving to Jesus is an act of love and devotion that reflects our heart's posture toward Him. In John 12:1-8, we see ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    The Price Of Pentecost, Pt. 2 Series

    Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Jun 6, 2004
    based on 38 ratings
     | 7,955 views

    Acts Series: 5th sermon--PAYING THE PRICE OF UNITY.

    The Price of Pentecost, pt. 2 Acts 1:12-14 Then, to sum of vv. 15-26, it tells how they chose Matthias to replace the fallen disciple, Judas Iscariot. The early church had none of the things we seem to think are so essential for success ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Unconditional Love Series

    Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Nov 18, 2022
     | 2,794 views

    Jesus shows us that God values everyone.

    INTRODUCTION ? Have you ever thought about how many songs, how many movies, or how many books have love as their subject? ? Then think about how many ways we use the word love. ? I love steak. ? I love baseball. ? I love my daughters. ? I love my wife. ? I love my job. ? I love my cats. ? I love ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    What Is Prayer And Why Questions? Lesson 1 Series

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Apr 25, 2017
     | 2,636 views

    Prayer is spiritual warfare against evil.

    A. INTRODUCTION 1. Prayer is based on a relationship to God where you simply talk with God. 2. Prayer is communication with God. 3. Prayer is family relationship. 4. Jesus excludes praying in any other name such as Buddha, Confucius, and even Allah. “I am the way, the truth, and the life. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Lesson 1: What Is Prayer And Why Questions?

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Apr 25, 2014
     | 815 views

    Questions about Prayer Every Christian Must Answer

    A. INTRODUCTION 1. Prayer is based on a relationship to God where you simply talk with God. 2. Prayer is communication with God. 3. Prayer is family relationship. 4. Jesus excludes praying in any other name such as Buddha, Confucius, and even Allah. “I am the way, the truth, and the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Paul Fritz avatar

    Finding Common Ground

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 88 ratings
     | 6,346 views

    HOW TO FIND COMMON GROUND WITH DIFFICULT PEOPLE AND BE HAPPY REGARDLESS OF YOUR CIRCUMSTANCES Some people tend to lose sight of the importance of developing character qualities as taught by the Lord Jesus during His Sermon on the Mount.

    HOW TO FIND COMMON GROUND WITH DIFFICULT PEOPLE AND BE HAPPY REGARDLESS OF YOUR CIRCUMSTANCES Some people tend to lose sight of the importance of developing character qualities as taught by the Lord Jesus during His Sermon on the Mount. The following keys to happiness are especially valuable for ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Allen Patterson avatar

    How To Have A Relationship That Works Series

    Contributed by Allen Patterson on Aug 21, 2006
    based on 5 ratings
     | 3,106 views

    How to have a healthy relationship - scriptural principles of interaction, with bulletin/sermon notes.

    Sunday, August 13, 2006 Marriage: How to Have a Relationship That Works Ephesians 4:25-32 Also see Colossians 3:12-13; Phil 4:8; Prov 17:9; Prov 25:12; 18:13; 23:12 A husband expressed his frustration by saying, “Mary, you’re not the woman I thought I married!” She looked at him with a slight ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Everett McCoy avatar

    The Cross And The Crowd

    Contributed by Everett Mccoy on Jul 19, 2008
    based on 19 ratings
     | 7,880 views

    This message looks at the different types of people gathered at the foot of the cross, and encourages everyone to find themselves in that crowd.

    33 When they came to the place called the Skull, there they crucified him, along with the criminals--one on his right, the other on his left. 34 Jesus said, "Father, forgive them, for they do not know what they are doing." And they divided up his clothes by casting lots. 35 The people stood ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Wade Martin Hughes, Sr avatar

    The Candle Is For Dark Places!

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Sep 16, 2017
     | 6,474 views

    The candle is designed to give itself for the light. The candle's worth is found in darker nights. Life is cruel, we must stay focused and forgive.

    THE CANDLE IS FOR DARK PLACES? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com LIFE CAN BE SO CRUEL... IS ALL WE SPEAK NEGATIVE STUFF? ARE YOU A HOPE GIVER AT HOME? A COMPUTER HAS WHAT EVER PROGRAMS YOU LOAD INTO IT. A CD or DVD has what you burn into it. Proverbs 18:21 Death and life are in ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God