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  • Dr. Ronald Shultz avatar

    Do Not Trust Your Eyes

    Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on May 5, 2023
     | 1,696 views

    All that glitters is not gold and magicians provide illusions.

    Matthew 7:21 Not every one that saith unto me, Lord, Lord, shall enter into the kingdom of heaven; but he that doeth the will of my Father which is in heaven. 22 Many will say to me in that day, Lord, Lord, have we not prophesied in thy name? and in thy name have cast out devils? and in thy ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Awesome Vs. Foolish Series

    Contributed by Dr. Dave Hartson on Jan 20, 2022
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     | 3,362 views

    Faith can appear to look foolish, and foolishness can appear to look like faith. It is what God has to say about the situation that determines if it is faith or foolish. So, I better be listening to God.

    INTRODUCTION In the Book of Hebrews, in the chapter that people refer to as the heroes of faith chapter, there is an interesting verse, if you take the time to sit down and dwell upon it. It is verse 29 and it says: Hebrews 11:29 (NKJV) 29 By faith they (referring to the Israelites) passed through ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Michael Stark avatar

    Wrong About Judgement

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Dec 7, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 831 views

    Christ is the Righteous Judge of all mankind. Ultimately, we shall appear before the Judgement Seat of Christ, or we must appear before the Great White Throne. It is Christ Who will judge in either case.

    “I can do nothing on my own. As I hear, I judge, and my judgment is just, because I seek not my own will but the will of him who sent me.” Serious questions concerning the administration of justice have been raised by rulings and charges brought against people in Canada and the United States. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Lion Of Judah Series

    Contributed by Roshelle Brenneise on Jan 22, 2026
     | 152 views

    Do not look on his appearance or on the height of his stature, because I have rejected him; for I don’t see as mortals see; they look on the outward appearance, but I looks on the heart."

    January 24, 2026 Samuel was devastated by Saul’s choices and grieved for many months. Finally, Yahweh sent Samuel a message: "How long will you grieve over Saul? I have rejected him from being king over Israel. Fill your horn with oil and set out; I will send you to Jesse the ...read more

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    Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

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    Enemies

    Contributed by Anne Benefield on Mar 4, 2009
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     | 6,232 views

    Our greatest enemies are the traits within us that cause us to sin. We see those traits in others, can’t control others, and can find healing only in Christ.

    Enemies Mark 1:9-13; Psalm 25:1-10 The Reverend Anne Benefield Geneva Presbyterian Church, March 1, 2009 Introduction: Today’s scripture lesson is one of David’s psalms. In it he pleads for help from God against his enemies. Listen to how he describes the forces against him. Psalm 25:1-10 To ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Swim At Your Own Risk Series

    Contributed by Neil Lieder on Feb 13, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,676 views

    Rip Tide Series week 1: Swim at your own Risk. This is a great summertime series about the pull and affect sin has on our lives, and how to escape it.

    RIP TIDE Swim at Your Own Risk As you saw in the promo video, we’re starting a new series this month called RIP TIDE! I’m real excited about this series because it has something for every one. I don’t care if this is the first time you’ve ever been to church, or if you have ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Danger: Strong Currents Series

    Contributed by Neil Lieder on Feb 13, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,954 views

    Riptide Series Week 3: Danger Strong Currents Speaks of our responsiblity to not only stay away from the pull of sin, but to be sure we aren’t leading others into it.

    RIP TIDE 3. Danger Strong Current This is week three of our Rip Tide series, and this week we are going to talk about the consequences of leading someone else into the flow of a rip tide. Now some of you said you were good swimmers, and that’s great, but I hope ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    I've Just Seen Jesus

    Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Apr 13, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,235 views

    The choices....we can have Jesus as an illusion, idol,or we can have him as God.

    1Early on the first day of the week, while it was still dark, Mary Magdalene came to the tomb and saw that the stone had been removed from the tomb. 2So she ran and went to Simon Peter and the other disciple, the one whom Jesus loved, and said to them, “They have taken the Lord out of the tomb, ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

  • Dennis Davidson avatar

    The Tameless Tongue Series

    Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Nov 15, 2009
    based on 44 ratings
     | 41,133 views

    Since each of you will spend ten years of your life talking - it is of utmost importance that we submit our tongues to Christ and give Him control over their use

    JAMES 3:7-12 NATURAL MAN’S TAMELESS TONGUE [Psalm 140 / Mt. 12: 33-37] If you have been to a circus, you have likely seen some impressive animal acts. A trainer enters a large cage filled with lions and tigers, putting them though routines that include jumping through hoops of fire. Bears ride ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Cut Away The Death Traps

    Contributed by Gregg Bitter on Oct 4, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,228 views

    How can we avoid laying death traps for others and for ourselves? Jesus addresses that issue for his disciples and for us. Parts: A. By fighting party pride that looks down on others B. By fighting what draws your heart into sin C. As God’s Word salts you

    Text: Mark 9:38-50 Theme: Cut Away the Death Traps A. By fighting party pride that looks down on others B. By fighting what draws your heart into sin C. As God’s Word salts you Season: Pentecost 18b Date: October 4, 2009 Web page: ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Ajai Prakash avatar

    The Devil Made Me Do It!

    Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Jun 23, 2010
    based on 6 ratings
     | 4,605 views

    When we disobey God by sinning, let’s not shift the blame or justify our actions with the faulty “the devil made me do it” theology. Instead, let’s take full responsibility for our actions, confess our sins to a gracious and forgiving Father, and pursue r

    Opening illustration: In March 2009, a 62-year old woman was charged with stealing more than $73,000 from her church in the state of Washington. When the detectives interrogated her, she told them: “Satan had a big part in the theft.” It sounds like she was saying that the devil made ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Jig Is Up

    Contributed by Monty Newton on Aug 10, 2009
     | 3,328 views

    We own our own desires, actions and their outcomes... it is God’s will that our lives be characterized by good desires that lead to good deeds that benefit ourselves, bless others and please God.

    Title: The Jig Is Up Text: James 1:13-17 Thesis: We own our own desires, actions and outcomes… It is God’s will that our lives be characterized by good desires that lead us to do good deeds that benefit ourselves and others and please God. Introduction One of my favorite stories is The ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Major Gerardo Balmori avatar

    El Diablo Me Hizo Hacerlo

    Contributed by Major Gerardo Balmori on Mar 22, 2010
    based on 19 ratings
     | 6,673 views

    Muy a menudo hemos escuchado de la boca de personas que han caído en pecado, utilizar la famosa frase "el diablo me hizo hacerlo". ¿Cuan cierto será eso? ¿quien es últimamente responsable por los pecados cometidos, el diablo o la persona quien comete el

    Mayor Gerardo Balmori El Ejército de Salvación ¿Que es la CONCUPISCENCIA? Santiago 1:13-15 Etim: Latín, con- plenamente, cupere, desear. Concupiscentia, deseo, ambición. La insubordinación de los deseos a la razón; la inclinación de la naturaleza humana hacia el pecado, causa ...read more

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    Denomination: Salvation Army

  • Richard Papafio avatar

    Kingdom Breakers

    Contributed by Richard Papafio on May 2, 2019
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,683 views

    There are wolves in sheep clothing who are in the Kingdom of God to break it so they come with deceptive tongues to confuse people about doctrines, dos and donts that are non existent. Be careful of these demons

    May the peace of the Lord be with you. Topic: *KINGDOM BREAKERS* Romans 16:17-18 King James Version (KJV) 17 Now I beseech you, brethren, mark them which cause divisions and offences contrary to the doctrine which ye have learned; and avoid them. 18 For they that are such serve not ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

  • Greg Powell avatar

    Reactions To Famine Time Series

    Contributed by Greg Powell on Mar 5, 2013
    based on 1 rating
     | 8,345 views

    God is beginning to break the hearts and stir the consciences of Jacob and his sons. While still in the middle of the famine, we can learn much from their wrong reactions to the famine and the sin that was a very real part of their lives

    INTRO: Last week, we saw that God was using the worldwide famine to awaken the seared consciences of the sons of Jacob. They expressed a certain amount of remorse at what they had done to Joseph 20 years earlier, and started to wonder if God was punishing them for the dirty deed done so long ago. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist