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  • Roger Hasselquist avatar

    There Us One God, The Father Of All (What Every Mother Should Know About God) Series

    Contributed by Roger Hasselquist on May 16, 2023
     | 1,400 views

    Every mother should know that when there is no father in the picture, Psalm 68:5 says that God will be there for that family. It says, “A father of the fatherless, a defender of widows, is God in His holy habitation.”

    Alba 5-14-2023 THERE IS ONE GOD, THE FATHER OF ALL (What Every Mother Should Know About God) Ephesians 5:6 Jim Blevins, a minister in Louisiana, told how on one Mother’s Day he was preaching in another state and during the Sunday School class he told about one of the two times that he sassed his ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    A Tower Of Safety

    Contributed by Wilson Oshorakpor on Jan 4, 2022
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    Towers are fortifications built to defend cities in days of old. Today, people build towers of money, power and fame to protect themselves. Can these modern towers actually protect from evil?

    TEXT: Proverbs 18:10 "The name of the LORD is a strong tower: the righteous runneth into it, and is safe." MAN MADE TOWERS Towers are high rise, physical structures built to fortify cities. Jericho was fortified with walls and towers which made it impregnable. King Uzziah was noted for ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Double-Edged Sword: The Word Of God

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on May 9, 2025
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    The Word of God is not passive—it is a mighty sword forged in heaven, empowered by the Spirit, and effective on earth. It is both a weapon of warfare and a tool of healing. It has the power to build, break, defend, and discern.

    THE DOUBLE-EDGED SWORD: THE WORD OF GOD By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Hebrews 4:12 “For the word of God is living and powerful, and sharper than any two-edged sword, piercing even to the division of soul and spirit, and of joints and marrow, and is a discerner of the thoughts and intents of ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Are We Community Focused

    Contributed by Giles Mullen on Feb 5, 2002
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    In Acts 2:42-47 we see a community of believers, have we maintained that spirit of belief in today’s society?

    Community Acts 2:42-47 "I have a dream that one day every valley shall be exalted, every hill and mountain shall be made low, the rough places will be made plain, and the crooked places will be made straight, and the glory of the Lord shall be revealed, and all flesh shall see it ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    How Does Your Christianity Taste?

    Contributed by Marcus Naugler on Nov 21, 2001
    based on 38 ratings
     | 2,697 views

    In a culture that questions the very foundation of our belief in Christ, we are still called to be the "salt of the earth" to the culture in which we live.

    How Does Your Christianity Taste? Marc Naugler Children’s sermon: Mr. Hershey of Hershey Chocolate Corporation never wanted to advertise his chocolates because he wanted people to come back for his wares because they liked his chocolate for its taste, not it’s looks. Myth - “I am not as good at ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    What Would Satan Say About Christmas?

    Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Dec 2, 2005
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     | 1,800 views

    If Satan can get us to doubt our beliefs about our Savior’s birth, he’s been effective.

    What Would Satan Say About Christmas? Dec. 4, 2005 FBC, Chester Mike Fogerson, Pastor Introduction: A Last week we looked at what Santa, Sinter Klaas, would say about how we celebrate Christmas. 1 Focus (Xmas vs. Christmas) 2 Faith (Jesus vs. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Narnia: Doorway To The Unseen Series

    Contributed by Dale Kesterson on Dec 5, 2005
    based on 6 ratings
     | 3,554 views

    Based on themes found in C. S. Lewis’ The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe, this message examines the nature of faith and our belief in the unseen.

    I’ve got to tell you all that I am incredibly excited about this week. For one thing, my first male progeny will likely be born this Friday. But there is another event that has really divided my anticipation. Now many of you know that I have what you might call a mild appreciation for C. S. ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Christmas Traditions

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Dec 14, 2005
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     | 1,171 views

    Those passing on traditions, "handing down of information, beliefs, practices and customs by word of mouth or by example from one generation to the next."

    INTRODUCTION 1. Those passing on traditions, handing down of information, beliefs, practices and customs by word of mouth or by example from one generation to the next. 2. Those receiving traditions, an inherited pattern or thought or action. 3. The Bible teaches that traditions are both good ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Musings Of A Seed Picker 4 (Aka: Hellfire And Brimstone) Series

    Contributed by Jason Jones on Oct 28, 2008
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     | 2,732 views

    Exposition of Acts 17:29-34, regarding the conclusion of Paul’s Mars Hill sermon regarding repentance, belief, and judgment

    Text: Acts 17:29-34, Title: Seed Picker 4 (AKA: Hellfire and Brimstone), Date/Place: NRBC, 11/2/08, AM Opening illustration: The whole thing gets to be a terrible riddle for most of us. My working idea of God is that there’s something very significant, beyond my capacity to measure, that existed ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    How To Make This A True Memorial Day

    Contributed by Jerry Falwell on Sep 9, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 8,058 views

    Why America is founded on Christian beliefs, and the "self-evident truths" our founding fathers believed that came from the Word of God.

    HOW TO MAKE THIS A TRUE MEMORIAL DAY BY DR. JERRY FALWELL A. THE DECLARATION OF INDEPENDENCE 1. I am going to begin by reading from the Declaration of Independence because it has some solid biblical truth I want you to hear. “We hold these truths to be self-evident: That all men are created ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Foundation Of A Godly Life Series

    Contributed by Scott Kircher on Sep 14, 2009
    based on 24 ratings
     | 11,204 views

    the first coming of Jesus with the gospel and the second coming of Jesus in glory are foundational beliefs if you are truly going to live a godly life.

    Living with a View to the Future The Foundations of a Godly life Acts 17:1-9; 1 Thessalonians 1:1-3 Believing in the first coming of Jesus Christ with the gospel is foundational to a godly life. Believing in the second coming of Jesus Christ in Glory is foundational to a godly life The godly life ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Taking The Plunge 2.0 Series

    Contributed by Brian Bill on Oct 25, 2009
    based on 5 ratings
     | 20,998 views

    The order is always belief, followed by baptism. A sermon that pulls together verses on baptism so that beleivers will take the plunge and obey the Lord.

    Taking the Plunge 2.0 Selected Scriptures Rev. Brian Bill 10/25/09 Note: This manuscript provides a more in-depth treatment of baptism than previous sermons called, “Proclaiming God’s Purposes in Baptism,” and “Taking the Plunge.” I’m grateful to Ray Pritchard, John MacArthur and John Piper for ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Anthony Zibolski avatar

    Reading The Blueprint Of A Godly Life Series

    Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Nov 3, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,233 views

    Discipleship is following Jesus. Our beliefs and our behavior go together. When we are truly disciples, we will be mentoring others.

    11/01/2009 Reading the blueprint of a Godly life Titus 2:1-15 Introduction- Titus Chapter 2:1-15 (Book after 2 Timothy) Prayer This is the sixth part of the series B.A.S.I.C. Last week we began on discipleship. We again this morning will continue ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

  • Brian William avatar

    Back To The Basics: United Methodist Practices Series

    Contributed by Brian William on Oct 25, 2007
    based on 24 ratings
     | 12,842 views

    Ninth in the "Back to the Basics" series, exploring the foundational beliefs of Christians. This sermon addresses the question, "What do United Methodists practice?"

    [This sermon was the last in a series on the foundational beliefs of the Christian faith. The first seven were about the beliefs that all Christians share in common. Because it was preached in a United Methodist Church, we included this sermon about the practices of United Methodists. It ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • David Flowers avatar

    The Ocean In A Hole - Comprehending The Trinity Series

    Contributed by David Flowers on Oct 4, 2006
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,527 views

    Dave explains our denominational stance on the Trinity, delves into the four key aspects of that belief, and expounds on scriptures that make the case for it.

    The Ocean In A Hole: Comprehending the Trinity God in Five Weeks, part 2 Wildwind Community Church David Flowers October 1, 2006 St. Augustine once was walking along the shore of the ocean, greatly perplexed about the doctrine of the Trinity. As he meditated, he observed a little boy with a sea ...read more

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    Denomination: Free Methodist