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  • Kenneth Mitchell avatar

    Another Visit To Corinth Series

    Contributed by Kenneth Mitchell on Jan 31, 2008
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    The background of Corinth, the character of the city, Paul’s association with the Corinthian church, reasons to study 2 Corinthians, and an examination of the salutation, 1:1-2.

    ANOTHER VISIT TO CORINTH January 13, 2008 Series: 2 Corinthians- Strength through Weakness 2 Corinthians 1:1-2 Introduction- How many Christians does it take to change a light bulb? Charismatics/Pentecostals: Ten. One to change the bulb, and nine to pray against the spirit of darkness. ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Escaping The Trap Series

    Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Nov 5, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,185 views

    We need to pursue peace with our brothers and sisters.

    WARNING: This Sermon Contains Material That May Overcome Offense Series Based on John Benere’s book, The Bait of Satan Escaping the Trap Nov. 4, 2007 FBC, Chester Mike Fogerson, Pastor Introduction A Get their attention B Today, all of these messages will ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Pat Cook avatar

    Lacking Love (Religious Leaders) Series

    Contributed by Pat Cook on Apr 19, 2011
     | 4,545 views

    #1 in series, about religious leaders who followed the Law but did it without love.

    Matthew 27:32-43 – Were You There? #1 – Lacking Love (Religious Leaders) This morning, as a build-up to Resurrection Day on April 24, I am beginning a series called Were You There? These messages will cause us to look at the witnesses of Jesus’ crucifixion, and hopefully see ourselves in their ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Whose Purpose Is It Anyway? Series

    Contributed by Steven Spillman on May 2, 2008
    based on 14 ratings
     | 7,608 views

    “Many are the plans in a man’s heart, but it is the Lord’s purpose that prevails” (Proverbs 19:21).

    “Many are the plans in a man’s heart, but it is the Lord’s purpose that prevails” (Proverbs 19:21). I discovered something interesting today. I looked up all the times “purpose” and “plan” were used in the Bible. In the overwhelming majority of cases, “purpose” referred to God’s purpose regarding ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Johnny A. Palmer Jr. avatar

    A Declaration Of Divine Affection

    Contributed by Johnny A. Palmer Jr. on Mar 29, 2010
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     | 5,309 views

    We need to accept the truth that God loves us.

    Intro: 1. Phillip Keller wrote about a border collie that he bought to herd sheep for him. The collie was inexpensive because it was an ill-tempered and unpredictable dog. The dog was less then friendly and did not trust him. At sometime it had been abused and badly neglected. He had to keep the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Adulterous Woman

    Contributed by Jeff Hatos on Aug 11, 2018
     | 10,024 views

    What does the story of the adulterous woman teach us about how we are to act with one another

    The Adulterous Woman John 8:1-11 Jesus went unto the Mount of Olives. And early in the morning He came again into the Temple, and all the people came unto Him; and He sat down, and taught them. And the scribes and Pharisees brought unto Him a woman taken in adultery; and when they had set her in ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Court In Session Series

    Contributed by D Marion Clark on May 9, 2016
     | 6,951 views

    Our passage presents another analysis of Jerusalem and Judah, and gives us more insight into the political and social condition.

    Isaiah 3:8-15 Court in Session 9/3/00e D. Marion Clark Introduction We are in the midst of a gloomy section of judgments and analyses of Jerusalem’s and Judah’s condition that began with 2:6 and will run through 4:1. Really, from the beginning Isaiah’s message has been one of ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Only Two Ways To Live

    Contributed by Derek Geldart on Jun 8, 2017
    based on 1 rating
     | 15,603 views

    In Psalms 1 Christians are invited to examine the choices they have made so that they might answer a crucial question: am I living on the path that imitates the wicked ways of this world or the path that is faithful and obedient to God?

    ONLY TWO WAYS TO LIVE Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/?page_id=3567 Psalms 1 Ever before the Christian is a choice between two distinct and very different ways to live one’s life. Psalms 1 is a magnificent gateway to the extraordinary ancient collection of Hebrew religious verses of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Four Steps To Forgiveness

    Contributed by J Jeffrey Smead on Sep 15, 2014
    based on 43 ratings
     | 28,744 views

    When we find hate in our heart, it is simply a sign that we are going to need to forgive. Forgiveness doesn't make the other person right, it sets you free. For a believer , forgiveness is not simply the wisest choice, O Beloved, it is our only choice.

    For Those that are not familiar with an Anglican Service; there are four Scripture readings prior to the Message. Today's assigned readings are: Exodus 14:19-31; Psalm 114; Romans 14:1-12 and Matthew 18:21-35 A driver placed a note under the windshield wiper of his illegally parked car..... which ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

  • Jeff Strite avatar

    The Valley Of Shadows Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Mar 10, 2019
    based on 4 ratings
     | 18,595 views

    In a world that is dominated by those who defy, avoid and simply fear death, David simply says "Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death I will fear no evil." Why was it that David could be so confident?

    OPEN: “Life is short, and death is sure. Sin the cause. Christ the cure.” Vladimir Lenin - the first communist dictator of Russia - died in 1924. Shortly after his death, authorities decided to maintain his body in a mausoleum. So, for the past 95 years Lenin’s body has been on display in ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Howard Strickland avatar

    Are You In A Receiving And Giving Mode? (In That Order)

    Contributed by Howard Strickland on Nov 8, 2015
     | 3,012 views

    The greatest proof a non-believer can ever receive comes from men and women who are turned on to the Gospel! Turned on to the Word of God. It’s so easy to think, “O, it just the book of Acts or one of the other 65 books of God’s word.”

    Are You In A Receiving and Giving Mode? (In that order) Acts 1:1-8NKJ Peanuts cartoon: Lucy says to Charlie Brown, "I would have made a great evangelist." Charlie Brown answers, "Is that so?" She says, "Yes, I convinced that boy in front of me in school that my religion is better than his ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Jerry Shirley avatar

    How To Deal With Difficult People, Pt. 2

    Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Aug 14, 2012
    based on 19 ratings
     | 10,348 views

    This is so contrary to our nature, that not many practice it. Just make sure you do!

    How to Deal with Difficult People, pt. 2 Romans 12:14-21 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/120815pm.mp3 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons.html vv. 1-2 Relationship w/ God vv. 3-13 Relationship w/ believers vv. 14-21 Relationship w/ unbelievers in general, and difficult people in particular...when they’re ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Paul Foster avatar

    Introduction To Galatians Series

    Contributed by Paul Foster on Dec 26, 2014
     | 6,805 views

    An Introduction to Paul's Letter to the Galatian Church

    Introduction In the last couple of years we have spent time looking at some of the important parts of the Old Testament, the life of Jesus and who he is and recently Jesus’ blueprint for being a Christian. Of course when Jesus returned to his Father, the Church began to grow around the world. ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

  • Christopher Benfield avatar

    A Counter Decree Series

    Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Jun 23, 2021
     | 4,099 views

    Our lives face much adversity at times, but we can rest in the sovereign hand of God. Thankfully His Word is forever settled and it will never be altered or countered by the devices of men or Satan.

    A Counter Decree Esther 8: 9-17 Although much had changed in a short period of time, work remained for Esther and Mordecai. We must understand the process involved regarding an official decree of the king. Once a decree was signed, it could not be altered or changed. It remained law until it was ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Anthony Zibolski avatar

    The Acts Of The Apostle

    Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Mar 25, 2022
     | 1,396 views

    Can you imagine after Pentecost and Peter speaking to 3000?

    The Acts of the Apostles Acts 4:1-23 Introduction- Good Morning Church- Welcome to Rosedale online, we would invite you to join us if you are able to be in the area and experience the presence of the Lord as we worship together. Prayer- If you would turn in your bibles to Acts 4 Here is some ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene