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  • Brian Bill avatar

    What About Other Religions? Series

    Contributed by Brian Bill on May 30, 2003
    based on 59 ratings
     | 13,454 views

    Our society values diversity and recites the mantra of religious tolerance. Jesus made it clear that that only way to heaven is through Him. His teaching, by its very nature, was and is, very exclusive. In order to help us know how to live and minister

    What About Other Religions? Rev. Brian Bill 5/13/01 As has been the tradition for the last seven years, Mt. Bethel United Methodist Church in Marietta, Georgia, agreed to host their community’s baccalaureate service again this year. But this time, the organizers wanted to include speakers ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Mike Hays avatar

    "Christ Alone!"

    Contributed by Mike Hays on Jun 19, 2003
    based on 47 ratings
     | 11,026 views

    Salvation has been secured for all who will believe by God’s finished work through Jesus. There is no work that we can ever add to God’s work to bring about our salvation.

    Christ Alone Galatians 2:1-10 It was just one week ago. Connie and I were out in the backyard working when Annie came out to tell us that someone was at the front door. I left my work and opened the front door to greet two young guys who were dressed like corporate executives in white shirts and ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Let’s Wake Up To A Contagious Style Series

    Contributed by Gordon Curley on Jan 22, 2017
    based on 4 ratings
     | 11,757 views

    Let’s Wake Up to a Contagious Style – 1 Thessalonians chapter 1 verses 1-10 – sermon by Gordon Curley PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info

    SERMON OUTLINE: (1). Thanking and Remembering (vs 2-3): • (a). Work produced by faith (vs 3a). • (b). Labour prompted by love (vs 3b). • (c). Endurance inspired by hope (vs 3c). (2). Evangelizing and Affirming (vs 4-8): • (a). Words (vs 5 & 8). • (b). Deeds (vs 5b). • (c). Signs (vs 5c). ...read more

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    Denomination: Brethren

  • David Owens avatar

    Do Science And Faith Conflict? Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Dec 9, 2012
    based on 4 ratings
     | 11,304 views

    Science and faith do not have to be in conflict with each other. When there is conflict, it is either because of bad science or bad religion, or both.

    A. How many of you enjoy learning about science? Was science your favorite subject in school? B. I like the story told about a teacher who was giving her second-grade students a lesson in science. 1. She explained all about magnets and showed how they would pick up nails and other pieces of ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    A Review Of “why I Am Not A Christian” By Bertrand Russell

    Contributed by Frederick Meekins on Apr 21, 2015
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,168 views

    A Review Of “Why I Am Not A Christian” By Bertrand Russell

    Without a doubt, Bertrand Russell stands as one of the most formidable minds of the modern era. Through his efforts with Alfred North Whitehead in “Principia Mathematica”, Russell further elaborated the relationship between mathematics and deductive logic. Russell's endeavors, however, ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    James 3:16 Series

    Contributed by Denn Guptill on Aug 21, 2016
     | 8,462 views

    This was a part of our 3:16 series and this message looks at how we can get to the place that we Agree to Disagree with others.

    James 3:16 The date was October 1st 1770 and the event was the funeral of noted evangelist of the time George Whitfield. Whitfield was a contemporary of John Wesley and Wesley had been asked by Mr. Whitfield to deliver the funeral message. It is interesting to note that their relationship went ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

  • David Owens avatar

    The Do's And Don'ts Of Ministry Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Sep 6, 2022
     | 2,365 views

    Just like there are many do's and don'ts in life, there are also many do's and don'ts in ministry. In 1 Timothy 4, Paul pointed out to Timothy a number of do's and don'ts of ministry.

    Introduction: A. There are many “do’s and don’ts” in life. 1. When we buy a new product it often comes with important labels that give us do’s and don’ts. 2. Here are a few: a. Do Use Like Regular Soap – I wonder how a person uses irregular soap? b. Do Not Eat Toner – When was the last time you ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Jeff Strite avatar

    Doing Without God Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Oct 23, 2017
    based on 6 ratings
     | 27,584 views

    God tells us that those who are outside of Christ are "without God". What does that mean to those outside of Christ and what does that mean for us INside of Christ?

    OPEN: Back in 1959, Charleston Heston starred in a movie that is still considered one of the greatest movies of all time --- Ben Hur. It was a Biblical epic that is still known for its climatic chariot race where Heston (the hero of the film) was intent on destroying his hated enemy. Just ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Dr. Craig Nelson avatar

    The Origin And Intent Of Gender Theory

    Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Jun 20, 2023
    based on 4 ratings
     | 1,973 views

    In the late 1980s the word 'Gender' was intentionally turned into a sociological concept.

    The word 'gender' comes from the Latin word 'genus' which means 'kind' or 'type.' In the few hundred years before the 1950s, the term 'gender' was used only in the field of grammar. In 1955, John William Money, a New Zealand psychologist, sexologist, and ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan avatar

    Paul Tried By Festus Series

    Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Oct 8, 2021
     | 1,845 views

    Courageous people are always clean in their hands and conscience. Corrupted persons are always not straightforward and tricksters. The will of God was progressively fulfilled in the life of Paul.

    Acts 25:1-21 Paul Tried by Festus 25:1-7 Paul at Caesarea 24:8-11 Paul defends his case before Festus 24:12-22 Festus and King Agrippa on Paul Acts 25:1-7 Paul at Caesarea The team of priests and leaders of the Jews met Governor Festus and wanted to hold the trial of Paul, and they ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Dean Courtier avatar

    Go! And… Speak Up For Those Who Cannot Speak For Themselves - Proverbs 31:8 Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Nov 9, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 260 views

    God calls His people to stand in the gap for the vulnerable, to act with courage, to love with compassion, and to reflect the heart of Jesus Christ.

    Go! And… Speak Up for those who cannot speak for themselves - Proverbs 31:8 Introduction: A Call to Courageous Compassion There are moments when silence is not golden—it is deadly. Moments when looking the other way is not grace—it is neglect. Moments when God calls His people not to remain ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Matthew Davaughn Cox avatar

    Help Is There

    Contributed by Matthew Davaughn Cox on Mar 7, 2013
     | 4,479 views

    “My little children, these things write I unto you, that ye sin not. And if any man sin, we have an advocate with the Father, Jesus Christ the righteous” (1 John 2:1).

    I. Today's message will focus on 1 John 2:1 a. Have you ever been to a point in your life when you needed someone to defend you? b. Did you ever find someone to be or advocate or to step in to defend you? c. I am sure all of us needed someone to step in and help us out at one point and time in our ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

  • Troy Borst avatar

    A Lesson From Mom

    Contributed by Troy Borst on May 10, 2017
     | 5,788 views

    This morning I would like us to focus on the 3rd section of Proverbs 31 and review the life lesson and advice that King Lemuel’s mother told him. Our mothers often teach us valuable lessons with their words and with their actions. What did King Lemuel’s

    A LESSON FROM MOM PROVERBS 31:8-9 #MothersDay2017 INTRODUCTION… http://www1.cbn.com/family/%27never-turn-down-a-mint%27-and-other-life-lessons-from-mom The Christian Broadcasting Network (CBN) posted a list of valuable lessons that mothers teach us. The following are life lessons we may have ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Timothy Peck avatar

    Dealing With Painful Relationships Series

    Contributed by Timothy Peck on Feb 25, 2002
    based on 86 ratings
     | 30,116 views

    How a deepened life with God can help us deal with people who disappoint us, people who oppose us, and people who are separated from us.

    We as people are always looking for a quick fix to life’s problems. Whether it’s the quickest weight loss fad or the fastest computer, we’re always looking for the easiest, fasted way to achieve our goals. We’re a generation of microwave popcorn and fast food. This mentality also passes over to ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Randy Croft avatar

    Evolution Vs. Creation: The Great Debate

    Contributed by Randy Croft on Aug 25, 2001
    based on 406 ratings
     | 36,834 views

    Some quotes and information showing the credibility of biblical creation

    *Note...after years of further research and study, I am now in firmly in the camp that embraces Historic Christianity and theistic evolution. It is backed by the very best research and is, in my current understanding, most credible in following the truths of science and ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational