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  • Raymond Smith avatar

    Living Knowledge Manifest In Self-Control Series

    Contributed by Raymond Smith on Jan 23, 2008
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     | 2,905 views

    #3 In the scriptures there is the assumption that anyone who is born again of the Spirit of God, that that person has the very power of God to live a life of godliness. This is not a life that is some unproductive barren wasteland, but a life that is full

    The Enlargement of Life "Living Knowledge manifest in Self-control” Reading: 1 Corinthians 9:24 ff 1 Corinthians 9:24-27 Do you not know that those who run in a race all run, but one receives the prize? Run in such a way that you may obtain it. 25 And everyone who competes for the prize is ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    What Is Salvation?

    Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jun 5, 2020
     | 4,377 views

    What is salvation? How does it work? Are there components of salvation?

    What is salvation? How does it work? Are there components of salvation? In Greek the word for Savior or Deliverer is s?t?? (soter) and so we call the study of salvation soteriology. What is salvation? Temporal Salvation When enthusiastic Christians ask others if they have been saved, many don’t ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    "i Will Not Be Ashamed" Series

    Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Dec 20, 2020
     | 3,969 views

    Imprisoned and facing death, the aged warrior for Christ, the apostle Paul, presents his final instructions and counsel to the young pastor from Ephesus, his "son in the faith", Timothy.

    This second letter to Timothy is considered to be the last writing of the apostle Paul, composed around 67 A.D., from the confinement of Rome's infamous Mamertine Prison. He had been placed under arrest for the preaching of the Gospel and no doubt accused of insurrection for preaching that ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    God's Perfect Provision Series

    Contributed by Shawn Drake on Dec 26, 2024
    based on 2 ratings
     | 27,223 views

    This is the 5th Sermon from the Gospel of Luke Series, "Jesus- Son Of Man".

    Series: Jesus- Son Of Man [#5] GOD’S PERFECT PROVISION Luke 2:22-40 Introduction: Have you ever faced a situation that you lost all hope? Maybe, you didn’t have enough money to pay the bills, no one could figure out what is wrong with your health, your family and friends forsake you, etc…? ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Why Are We To Prepare Ourselves For Persecution?

    Contributed by Chris Swanson on Mar 30, 2025
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    We should not be afraid of what may happen to us because of our faith. Trust in God to help guide us through what we may face.

    Why Are We to Prepare Ourselves for Persecution? Matthew 10:16-42 In verses sixteen - eighteen: The resistance of the Pharisees would resemble assaulting wolves. The only expectation that the disciples have is to seek their Shepherd for assurance. We might even confront comparable aggression. Like ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Why Was Jesus A Carpenter?

    Contributed by David Cramer on Jun 22, 2024
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     | 1,429 views

    A message about who Jesus was and who He is.

    Sermon: "Why Was Jesus a Carpenter?" Let's begin by holding up our Bibles and declaring together: "This is my Bible. I am what it says I am. I can do what it says I can do. I am going to learn how to be what it says I can be. Today I will learn more of the Word of God. The ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Count The Cost PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 18, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,559 views

    To emphasize the importance of understanding and being willing to pay the full cost of completely surrendering to and following Jesus.

    Good morning, church. Today, we are going to delve deep into the question, "Are you willing to pay the price?" This involves not just being a follower of Jesus, but rather selling out to Him completely. As we navigate through this topic, I am reminded of a profound quote by Ian Thomas, a respected ...read more

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    Why Do Bad Things Happen? Series

    Contributed by Brian Bill on May 30, 2003
    based on 78 ratings
     | 28,543 views

    It’s easy to think that bad things happen because God is out to get us. That’s not true. The Bible establishes some reasons why things don’t turn out they way we’d like – personal sin, corporate sin, and evil influences. While we can’t insulate ourselv

    Why Do Bad Things Happen? Brian Bill 4/22/01 I like puns. Here are two are my favorites. Two boll weevils grew up in South Carolina. One went to Hollywood and became a famous actor. The other stayed behind in the cotton fields and never amounted to much. The second one, naturally, became ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Happy Mothers Day

    Contributed by Antonio Silveira on May 8, 2004
    based on 734 ratings
     | 79,816 views

    A Mothers day message

    HAPPY MOTHERS DAY! INTRODUCTION - THE FIFTH COMMANDMENT A teacher asked a boy this question: Suppose your mother baked a pie and there were seven of you--your parents and five children. What part of the pie would you get? A sixth, replied the boy. I’m afraid you don’t know your fractions, said ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Top Ten Reasons Why Easter Jesus Is Better Than Christmas Jesus – Part 2

    Contributed by Peter Pilt on Apr 28, 2019
     | 7,071 views

    This was a creative way we presented the Easter Story. We looked at the ways that Easter Jesus is better than Christmas Jesus and then decorated the auditorium half as Easter and half as Christmas. It worked very well.This post is Part Two of Top Ten Reasons.

    During Easter 2019, I preached a creative message on Good Friday and Easter Sunday looking at the The Top Ten Reasons why Easter Jesus is better than Christmas Jesus. Now I understand that Christmas and Easter Jesus are the same Jesus…but the point I am trying to make is that the world is more ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    The Next Super Bowl

    Contributed by Jason Jones on Nov 12, 2018
     | 4,131 views

    This week we will look at two pieces of Paul's instruction for Timothy's focus.

    Text: 1 Tim 4:6-10, Title: The Next Super Bowl, Date/Place: WHBC, 5/27/18, AM A. Opening illustration: Peyton Manning’s training for football: “I called him the piranha,” Arians said in a statement released by the Cardinals. “I could never get him enough information, whether it was about the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Father's Day 2023

    Contributed by Guy Glass on Jun 26, 2023
     | 1,461 views

    This is a very simple message for Father's on their day. it looks at some of the things we should be as Fathers using the Word FATHER.

    FATHER’S DAY 2023 BETHANY BAPTIST CHURCH JOHN 8:32 THEN YOU WILL KNOW THE TRUTH, AND THE TRUTH WILL SET YOU FREE.” INTRODUCTION: WELL, AS I DID A WEB SEARCH FOR “GREAT MEN” QUOTES, I FOUND MANY THAT EXPRESSED A RATHER PRAGMATIC AND, IN MY OPINION, UNBIBLICAL VIEW OF MANHOOD. HERE ARE A FEW: ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Gospel Of Reclamation And Retention PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 3, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 792 views

    Emphasizes the importance of living out the Great Commission, urging believers to actively spread God's love and truth as ambassadors of His kingdom.

    Good morning, beloved family of God. It's a joy to be standing here before you today, sharing in the warmth of fellowship and the radiant glow of God's love. There is a certain comfort in our togetherness, a certain peace that comes from knowing we are united in our faith and our love for our ...read more

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    Building Capacity PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 19, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 3,455 views

    This sermon encourages Christians to utilize and multiply their God-given talents to honor God and serve others, fulfilling their purpose as missionaries of faith.

    Good morning, beloved congregation. I am filled with a profound sense of gratitude and joy as I stand before you today, ready to share the Word of God with you. We gather here, not as mere individuals, but as a family, united in our love for Christ, and our desire to understand His Word better. ...read more

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    Reflections From An Old Pastor

    Contributed by Richard Tow on Dec 8, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 198 views

    This message was preached to students at a Legacy Ministry College chapel service. Dr. Tow shares his reflections from 40+ years of pastoring. He shares "5 Things I'm Glad I Did" and "5 Things I Wish I Had Done.

    Welcome to Legacy Ministry Chapel. For those of you who do not know me, I am a Legacy Ministry College board member and have served on the Legacy Ministry faculty. I have been a pastor for over 40 years and am currently teaching doctoral students at the Assemblies of God Theological Seminary. The ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic