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    How Is Your Bow And Arrow?

    Contributed by Roy Fowler on Apr 17, 2021
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    John is answering a question about what we will look like when Christ returns. Then moves to sin.

    Sermon Title: How is your bow and arrow? Scripture Text: 1 John 3:1-7 Illustration: -A story about a younger sister: “Kerry, seven years old, was taken aside by her two older sisters. They said it’s time you knew our family secret.” “Mom isn’t really our mom,” they continued. “Our real mother ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Jesus Told Stories/Parables - Introduction Series

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jan 11, 2024
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    Parables: One of Christ’s most popular forms of teaching.

    A. WHAT IS A PARABLE? 1. A parable is a story. a. Actions that lead to a conclusion. b. Actors who are people. c. Narrative or interaction. 2. That is true to life. Parables are not myths about flying horses, or talking objects in nature. 3. But not a historical event. The story did not ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Why Christ Is Better Lesson 1 Series

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jan 20, 2024
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    Christ is superior to anything and all things that clamor for our loyalty.

    A. INTRODUCTION 1. Key word – better. a. To exceed prior expectations or standards. b. To have superior quality, is excellent. c. Better is comparative, why not use the word excellent? 2. Author: some say Paul but: a. Not his style or vocabulary, also did not identify self. b. Some say ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Living Water: A Divine Encounter PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 26, 2024
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     | 1,122 views

    This sermon explores Jesus' transformative love that breaks social boundaries, offers abundant blessings, and bridges divides, using the story of the Samaritan woman as an example.

    Welcome, dear family of faith. I stand here today, humbled and overjoyed, to share the message of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. It is a message of love that breaks boundaries, blessings that flow like living water, and a bridge that connects us all through divine love. Let's start by immersing ...read more

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    In The Year Of Light PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 26, 2024
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     | 798 views

    This sermon encourages believers to immerse in God's Word, become enlightened by it, and radiate His light to the world, transforming lives and dispelling darkness.

    Warm greetings, dear brothers and sisters in Christ. Today, we gather in the Lord's house not merely as individuals, but as a family, a community, a body united by the same faith, the same hope, and the same love. We are here to grow, to learn, to be transformed by the Word of God. This is the ...read more

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    We Need To Talk About It PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 6, 2024
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     | 461 views

    This sermon explores the profound truths about the nature of sin, its severe consequences, and the separation it causes from God.

    Welcome, dear friends, to this blessed gathering where we are united in our desire to grow in the wisdom and knowledge of God's Word. It's a beautiful day to be in the house of the Lord, and I am thankful for each one of you who have come with hearts ready to receive, minds open to understand, and ...read more

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    God's Promises For Widows PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 8, 2024
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     | 1,268 views

    This sermon explores God's compassionate care for widows, emphasizing His guardianship, sustenance, and the call for believers to support them.

    Good morning, dear church family. It's a joy to be gathered together in the house of the Lord, isn't it? Today, we find ourselves at the crossroads of divine compassion and human vulnerability as we turn our attention to a group of people who hold a very special place in the heart of God: the ...read more

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    Keep Awake, Be Alert, Be Ready PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 30, 2023
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     | 1,001 views

    Explores the importance of spiritual alertness and readiness for the second coming of Christ.

    Welcome, dear brothers and sisters, to this gathering of hearts and minds, united by faith and love in our Lord Jesus Christ. We are here, each one of us, bearing the imprint of His grace, the beneficiaries of His boundless love, and the recipients of His eternal promise. We are here to reflect, to ...read more

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    Heaven Lesson 7 Series

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jul 13, 2023
     | 894 views

    What we will be like in Heaven.

    “Heaven will not be that unlike our life on this earth.” ~Harry Ironside A. What We Will Be Like In Heaven? 1. You will have some characteristics like Jesus on earth, but remember He is God and you are human. 2. You will have some characteristics like Adam and Eve, but we will not be able to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Introduction: Yes, Trust And Obey Series

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jul 13, 2023
     | 1,360 views

    Words of discipline and spirituality.

    A. INTRODUCTION: 10 TRANSFORMING WORDS 1. Words of Discipline - Outward ? Now – Opportunity’s Door ? Barriers – To Strengthen ? Roots – Growth in Character ? Vision – To See Yourself ? Purpose – Anchor of Determination 2. Words of Spirituality - Inward ? Indwelling – Presence ? Walking - Daily ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Now - Opportunity's Door Lesson 1 Series

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jul 13, 2023
     | 1,321 views

    Yesterday foundation for action, tomorrow power of dream, today action.

    A. INTRODUCTION 1. What word do you say most often? ___________________ 2. What is wife’s/husband’s favorite word? ________________ 3. The most powerful thing about yesterday _______________, tomorrow ________________, now _______________. 4. Most powerful word is now: today is the tomorrow you ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Why God Uses Imperfections - Introduction Series

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jul 18, 2023
     | 2,259 views

    We learn victory is possible when God gives weak people strength to succeed.

    A. IMPERFECT PEOPLE? 1. Positive: we learn victory is possible when God gives weak people strength to succeed. 2. Negative: we learn what not to do. TEN IMPERFECT PEOPLE ? Jacob: A liar and trickster changed by a dream ? Noah: After walking with God got drunk ? Peter: A granite rock who ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Naomi: A Bitter Woman Constantly Desiring Better, Ended Up A Nourisher Lesson 6 Series

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jul 18, 2023
     | 1,454 views

    We can list Naomi’s mistakes, but we remember how God used her in spite of them.

    A. HOW NAOMI COMPROMISED 1. She compromised her spiritual priorities. a. Did not continue in difficulties. “A famine in the land” (Ruth 1:1). b. Enticed by the well-watered plains of Moab (1:1). c. Left the Promised Land. “Ephrathites of Bethlehem" (Judah 1:2). 2. She compromised her ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Learning Worship From Mary Lesson 1 Series

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jul 28, 2023
     | 1,223 views

    What is worship? Giving the worthship to God that He deserves.

    “Then Mary said, ‘Behold the maidservant of the Lord! Let it be to me according to your word’ … (weeks later) and Mary said, ‘My soul magnifies the Lord, and my spirit rejoices in God my Savior … for He who is mighty has done great things for me … He has shown strength with His arm … He has ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Still Small Voice Lesson 7 Series

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Aug 1, 2023
     | 1,284 views

    You cannot achieve what you cannot conceive. Focus on positive actions that will establish good habits.

    A. INTRODUCTION: 1 KINGS 19:8-17 1. Prepare physically. “Then he lay down and slept” (v 5). There … was some bread … a jar of water! So he ate and drank” (v. 6). Preparation is physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual. 2. Recognize and face your limitations. “The journey ahead will be too ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist