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  • John Lowe avatar

    What The Bible Says About Itself Series

    Contributed by John Lowe on Jun 30, 2012
     | 8,631 views

    In recent years there has been considerable division among Christians of all denominations in regard to the Bible and its contents. Some claim that only parts are inspired. Some declare that only its thoughts are inspired, but not its language. I have

    Title: What the Bible Says About Itself Text: For the word of God is living and active, sharper than any two-edged sword, piercing to the division of soul and spirit, of joints and marrow, and discerning the thoughts and intentions of the heart. (Hebrews 4:12; RSV) Scripture reading: Hebrews ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Thorny People Series

    Contributed by Rick Burdette on Sep 17, 2012
    based on 3 ratings
     | 6,113 views

    Faithfulness, People, Hurts & forgiveness, love

    Thorny People 1 Peter 4: 12-19 (p859) Sept. 9, 2012 INTRODUCTION: There are amazing truths in scripture and, no I don’t completely understand them all…I’m on a journey trying to grow deeper and wider in those truths… And ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    All It Takes Is One

    Contributed by Joel Pankow on Mar 2, 2022
     | 2,726 views

    David stands up to Goliath and changes the whole course of the war. Jesus stands up to Satan as our substitute. All it takes is One.

    3.5.22 1 Samuel 17:4–49 (EHV) The Philistine would say, “I defy the ranks of Israel today! Give me a man, and we will fight each other!” 11 When Saul and all Israel heard those words of the Philistine, they lost their courage and were terrified. 32 David said to Saul, “Do not let anyone lose ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Walk The Walk, Sing The Song

    Contributed by Joseph Smith on Mar 17, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,284 views

    To have singing joy in our hearts, we must be ready to serve when God’s time comes, to discern the will of God, and to avoid all escape mechanism.

    I would wager that most of you can finish this sentence. You will have heard it a thousand times. Try it. "If you are going to talk the talk, then you have to what?" "Walk the walk". If you’re going to talk the talk, then you have to walk the walk. It means, of course, that what you profess ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Holy Spirit Indwelling A Believer Series

    Contributed by Nnaemeka Durueke on Mar 1, 2022
     | 2,433 views

    The indwelling of the Holy Spirit is the mechanism whereby the Christians salvation is accomplished. It is the Holy Spirit who convicts the unbeliever and causes him to see the truth of the gospel in a clear light.

    THE HOLY SPIRIT INDWELLING IN THE BELIEVER TEXT: 2 Corinthians 6:16, Ezekiel 36:27, Acts 6:5, Galatians 5:22; 1 Corinthians 3:16 Introduction: The indwelling of the Holy Spirit is the mechanism whereby the Christians salvation is accomplished. It is the Holy Spirit who convicts the unbeliever and ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    A Tectonic Collision: Truth Confronts Hatred Series

    Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Jun 1, 2021
     | 2,482 views

    Sometimes lost people reject the Gospel because they do not understand, sometimes because they do. We must be faithful and recognize the results are in God’s hands, not ours.

    A Tectonic Collision: Truth Confronts Hatred (Acts 22:1-29) 1. We have had our embarrassing social situations. 2. One woman writes, “This is my favorite story… and it’s a true one. I’ve made my mother tell this story so many times she’s got to be sick of it. “My mom, Rhonda Willeford, has a ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    No Enchantment Against Jacob

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Aug 25, 2025
     | 335 views

    God has made His covenant people untouchable by enchantments, sorcery, and divinations—our victory is established in Christ Jesus.

    NO ENCHANTMENT AGAINST JACOB By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Numbers 23:23 “Surely there is no enchantment against Jacob, neither is there any divination against Israel: according to this time it shall be said of Jacob and of Israel, What hath God wrought!” (Numbers 23:23, KJV) Supporting ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Dimensions Of Divine Preservation

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Sep 3, 2025
     | 663 views

    Divine preservation is God’s supernatural ability to protect His children in every aspect of life until His purpose is fully accomplished.

    DIMENSIONS OF DIVINE PRESERVATION By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Psalm 121:1-8 Key Verse: “The LORD shall preserve thee from all evil: he shall preserve thy soul. The LORD shall preserve thy going out and thy coming in from this time forth, and even for evermore.” (Psalm 121:7-8) Supporting ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Heavenly Backing For Earthly Victory Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 13, 2025
     | 310 views

    You are never alone. For every visible battle you face, there is an invisible army backing you. The presence of God is your greatest advantage.

    HEAVENLY BACKING FOR EARTHLY VICTORY By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 2 Kings 6:16-17 Supporting Texts: Psalm 91:11-12, Romans 8:31, Isaiah 41:10, Exodus 14:14, Zechariah 2:5 INTRODUCTION: Every battle faced by a child of God on earth has a spiritual dimension. While the enemy may rage ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Divine Protection In Times Of Spiritual Warfare Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 16, 2025
     | 467 views

    This passage reveals that those who walk with God are never truly surrounded by enemies—they are surrounded by divine protection. In the heat of spiritual warfare, we are not alone; the host of heaven fights for us.

    DIVINE PROTECTION IN TIMES OF SPIRITUAL WARFARE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 2 Kings 6:8-23 Supporting Texts: Psalm 34:7; Isaiah 54:17; Romans 8:31; Ephesians 6:12-18; Psalm 125:1-2 INTRODUCTION: In this remarkable passage, Syria was persistently plotting against Israel. Yet each time, ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Procrastination And The Gospel Series

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Oct 3, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 345 views

    Acts 24:1-27 shows us the tragedy of a missed opportunity.

    Introduction John Antioco was the CEO of Blockbuster, whose ubiquitous stores were then a fixture of American life, renting videos and DVDs to millions of customers. In 2000, Antioco received two young men, Marc Randolph and Reed Hastings, into his office. The two men started a business three ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Using Appropriate Legal Channels Series

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Oct 10, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 189 views

    Acts 25:1-12 shows us how God sovereignly protects his servants in the face of hostile opposition, enabling them to proclaim the truth with unwavering conviction.

    Introduction In 1999, Sonny Bharadia, a 25-year-old Indian immigrant and recent college graduate working as a convenience store clerk in Savannah, GA, was wrongfully convicted of assaulting and murdering 19-year-old Stephanie Bennett. The crime occurred in a parked car near a local park. ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Divine Preservation

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Oct 10, 2025
     | 495 views

    Divine preservation is God’s supernatural protection and sustaining power over His children, shielding them from harm, danger, and destruction while ensuring they fulfill their destiny.

    DIVINE PRESERVATION By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Psalm 91:1-16 Key Verse: Psalm 121:7-8 – “The Lord shall preserve thee from all evil: he shall preserve thy soul. The Lord shall preserve thy going out and thy coming in from this time forth, and even for evermore.” Supporting Texts: Isaiah ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Living For The Praise Of God's Glory

    Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Dec 17, 2025
     | 54 views

    Logically, fortresses would be built on high rocky ground—hills or mountains. Having such areas was the best way to be rescued from the hands of the wicked when they attack.

    Friday of the Third Week of Advent 2025 The Gospel we heard today is such a striking story, with angel, disbelieving Jewish priest, aged couple getting pregnant and the connection to Jesus and Mary dominating the narrative, that we might ignore other parts of the Scripture. So let’s just mention ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

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    Hurts And Healing In Leadership

    Contributed by Jeremy Poling on Jun 3, 2014
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,362 views

    Healers will often experience hurt and must deal with it appropriately.

    2Co 4:7 But we have this treasure (wealth) in earthen vessels, (frail clay) that the excellency (going beyond) of the power may be of God, and not of us. 2Co 4:8 We are troubled (crowed afflicted) on every side, yet not distressed; (extreme anxiety sorrow and pain) we are perplexed, (be at a ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal