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    Roots - Growth In Character Lesson 3 Series

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jul 13, 2023
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    In God’s plan you can have fruitfulness, happiness and fulfillment, you can have a breakthrough.

    A. INTRODUCTION 1. If God has called you to a certain place, at a certain time, for a certain job, to fulfill your certain dream, no matter how unfruitful it may look. Grow where God plants you and be fruitful. 2. Edmund McIlhenny had a beautiful plantation in Louisiana before Civil War destroyed ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Saul/Paul: The Consummate Legalist Finally Gains Perfection Lesson 10 Series

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jul 19, 2023
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    Law keeping begins with a head issue, and following Christ begins with a heart issue.

    A. SAUL’S LAW KEEPING WAS IMPERFECT 1. He was a flawed law keeper (Philippians 3:4-6). 2. He hated Christ and persecuted Christians. “Saul was consenting to his (Stephen) death … great persecution against the church … went from house to house … throwing them into prison” (Acts ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    What Is The Meaning Of Hungering, Fasting And Touching God Introduction? Lesson 1 Series

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jul 19, 2023
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    Fasting is described as a hungering for God’s presence or intervention.

    A. HUNGER TO KNOW GOD 1. Definition: The painful sensation, or state of weakness caused by need, or a craving appetite, or eager desire for food, or an empty physical feeling. Synonym: ravenous, famishing, starved. Slang: “hungry as a bear” or “starved to death.” 2. The process of fasting is ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    To Put God First Lesson 3 Series

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jul 20, 2023
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    Your first decision to follow Jesus should influence every other decision you make in life.

    “You can enter God’s Kingdom only through the narrow gate. The highway to hell is broad, and its gate is wide for the many who choose that way. But the gateway to life is very narrow and the road is difficult, and only a few ever find it.” Matthew 7:13-14, NLT “If any of you wants to be my ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    To Keep Your Ax Lesson 5

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jul 20, 2023
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    Fasting will not make a decision for you, it gives you access to God. In His presence, you can find your answer.

    “And he (Paul) was three days without sight, and neither ate nor drank.” Acts 9:9 “Is this the fast that I (the Lord) have chosen … (so) your light (understanding) should break forth speedily.” Isaiah 58:6, 8 NKJV “We can make our plans, but the Lord gives the right answer.” Proverbs 16:9, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    To Keep Your Ax (Ministry) Lesson 6 Series

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jul 20, 2023
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    Fasting keeps God’s presence alive, and keeps God first to make you effective in ministry.

    “They (the prophets) began cutting down trees. But as one of them was cutting a tree, his ax head fell into the river. ‘Oh Sir!’ he cried, ‘It was a borrowed ax.’ ‘Where did it fall?’ The man of God asked. When he showed him the place, Elisha cut a stick and threw it into the water at that ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    When You Are Threatened Lesson 7 Series

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jul 20, 2023
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    Worship activates God to action.

    “Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil; for You are with me.” Psalm 23:4, NKJV “Some came … told Jehoshaphat … a great multitude is coming against you from beyond the (Dead) sea .. Jehoshaphat feared … seek ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    When Facing Midnight Danger Lesson 8 Series

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jul 20, 2023
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    Your fasting bridges the gap between your pain and God’s provision.

    “But at midnight Paul and Silas were praying and singing hymns to God, and the prisoners were listening to them. Suddenly there was a great earthquake, so that the foundations of the prison were shaken and immediately all the doors were opened, and everyone’s chains were loosed.” Acts 16:25-26 “At ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    When Facing A Decision Lesson 5 Series

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jul 20, 2023
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    Fasting will not make a decision for you, it gives you access to God. In His presence, you can find your answer.

    “And he (Paul) was three days without sight, and neither ate nor drank.” Acts 9:9 “Is this the fast that I (the Lord) have chosen … (so) your light (understanding) should break forth speedily.” Isaiah 58:6, 8 NKJV “We can make our plans, but the Lord gives the right answer.” Proverbs 16:9, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Faith Principles To Build And Influence Lesson 2 Series

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jun 29, 2023
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    Faith is learned in the crisis of a dark midnight experience when the leader is shut up to God only.

    1. Faith’s Crucible Principle: Crucible-Faith is learned in the crisis of a dark midnight experience when the leader is shut up to God only, and surrenders sin and selfishness to totally depend on God and find His direction, and discover His power. a. “These trials will show that your faith is ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Predictions About Me Lesson 1 Series

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jun 29, 2023
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    Fulfilled predictions are one of the many undeniable proofs that Jesus is who He says He is, and He did what was predicted.

    Note: All Scripture references in this lesson are from The Bible by Jesus unless otherwise noted A. ETERNITY PAST 1. I am the only begotten Son of My heavenly Father. “I am the Father of the universe, the Anointed is My Son, He is My only begotten Son” (Psalm 2:7). a. Only. God has no other ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    My First Year Of Ministry Lesson 4 Series

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jun 29, 2023
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    "Salvation always My passion, the world My focus, each person My priority."

    Note: All Scripture references in this lesson are from The Bible by Jesus unless otherwise noted A. CLEANSING THE TEMPLE: JOHN 2:13-22 1. Introduce My first year. “When Passover came, spring A.D. 26, I went up to temple” (John 2:13). 2. No longer tolerated heresy and evil, but confronted ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    My Second Year Of Ministry Lesson 5 Series

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jun 29, 2023
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    Jesus' first year was emphasis on teaching, second year miracles, third year problems.

    Note: All Scripture references in this lesson are from The Bible by Jesus unless otherwise noted A. BEGINS AT PASSOVER, A.D. 28: JOHN 5 1. I kept the law. “I obeyed the Old Testament to attend the Festival of Passover at Jerusalem at the end of My first full year of ministry” (John ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    My Resurrection And Victory Lesson 8 Series

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jul 6, 2023
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    His death and resurrection has changed individuals, people groups, nations, and empires. My resurrection is fundamental to your faith. “The gospel, I died for your sins . . . I was buried . . . after three days I arose” (1 Cor. 15:5).

    ** Note: All Scripture references in this lesson are from The Bible by Jesus unless otherwise noted A. MY RESURRECTION IS FOUNDATIONAL STONE OF ETERNITY 1. Because the world rejects Me, they will reject My resurrection. a. Guards slept and disciples stole body. b. Swoon theory. c. Not ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Becoming An Exceptional Christian

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jul 6, 2023
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    The Spirit does His internal makeover of attitude, desires, and values. As we apply outwardly, we conform to His standard.

    A. HOW TO BE AN EXCEPTIONAL CHRISTIAN 1. Daniel became exceptional based on his vow to God. “Daniel purposed in his heart” (Dan. 1:8, KJV). a. Knowing is foundation on which you control your life. b. Feeling is motivation, giving energy to your life. c. Will gives direction to your life. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist