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  • Eloy Gonzalez avatar

    Breaking The Chain, Part Iii Series

    Contributed by Eloy Gonzalez on Mar 13, 2009
    based on 6 ratings
     | 11,322 views

    Lent 3: Part three of a three part sermon series dealing with temptation. In this sermon, we consider Scriptural approaches to overcoming temptation by looking at how to break the chain of events that takes one from temptation to committing sin.

    This is the third and final message in our series on temptation. We’ve been dealing with a number of topics over the last couple of weeks that have to do with temptation: Why it’s important to talk about temptation; How the Bible talks about temptation and last week, what the Bible teaches about ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    The Right To Remain Silent Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Mar 9, 2024
    based on 2 ratings
     | 6,595 views

    Jesus was faced with numerous unfair and unjust accusations and trials... and yet He never responded to those. Why was He silent, and what can that mean to us?

    OPEN: One day my dad was driving down the road a little over the speed limit. He was going about 65 in a 55 mph zone… and then he saw some lights flashing in his rearview mirror. Dad was resigned to the fact he’d have to pay a speeding ticket (after all, he was going 65) and when the policeman ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Four Theories Used To Explain Creation Apart From Scripture: Introduction

    Contributed by Donald Whitchard on May 14, 2023
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,006 views

    In a foolish attempt to placate the world, some believers have devised alternative theories of how we came into existence apart from the supernatural and historical account presented in Genesis 1-2.

    "But sanctify the Lord God in your hearts, and always BE READY TO GIVE A DEFENSE to everyone who asks you a reason for the hope that is in you, with meekness and fear; having a good conscience, that when they defame you as evildoers, those who revile your good conduct in Christ may be ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Processes Of Maturity In Ministry

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Aug 15, 2001
    based on 25 ratings
     | 2,728 views

    Processes of Maturity in Ministry

    Processes of Maturity in Ministry 1. Exposure - When the truth of the scriptures is revealed to people through teaching, life examples, films, conversations, power encounters, healing, answers to prayer, people are able to see the benefits of a mature relationship with Jesus Christ. The difficulty ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Power To Move

    Contributed by Fred Edwards on Aug 28, 2001
    based on 37 ratings
     | 4,913 views

    Illustrates the baptism and filling of the Holy Spirit.

    POWER TO MOVE Acts 2:4 There are all types of power: Man’s own power (our physical ability) Man-made power (machinery; generators; etc.) God’s power (in nature [glaciers; earthquakes; volcanos]; in Spirit [thru us]) We can use one or more of these different powers either separately or in ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    What Are They Saying About You?

    Contributed by Carlton Coon on Dec 27, 2000
    based on 184 ratings
     | 4,505 views

    Reputation . . . what people are saying about you . . . have you given consideration to it lately?

    What Are They Saying About You? I. How does one pick a plumber? a mechanic? a carpet-layer? an evangelist? a truck driver? The answer: By referral. What others are saying about that person. II. Very heavy weights (like people’s respect and confidence) are hung on the thin wire of reputation. ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Soaring With Eagles

    Contributed by David Dewitt on Dec 31, 2001
    based on 55 ratings
     | 8,263 views

    This is a devotional message written for a local nursing home.

    Soaring with Eagles 2 Timothy 1:7 July 2001 Perry County Home Devotional "Descending the winding stone staircase, you come finally to the dismal dark low-arched chamber where the apostle once lay bound, waiting to be offered up. Even on a hot summer day the visitor in Rome will sense the ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Genesis Introduction Series

    Contributed by Izak Shipman on Oct 21, 2003
    based on 78 ratings
     | 5,312 views

    Introduction to verse by verse study of the Book of genesis

    ·Book of Genesis not only the first book of the Bible but it is also the first revelation of God to mankind. ·Genesis (Bible in total) give us an understanding of the invisible things of God, that started and operates this world. Rom 1:20 For since the creation of the world His invisible ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    No Robots Allowed

    Contributed by Richie Oswald on Dec 21, 2002
    based on 4 ratings
     | 2,978 views

    God created mankind out of love.

    Just about everyone has seen mechanical robots. These are made by us humans to make the workplace safer and easier, to make home chores easier, and to basically make life simpler. The thing about these robots is, they have no feelings. All they can do is perform the tasks they were ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Ed Wood avatar

    Ephesus: Loss Of First Love Series

    Contributed by Ed Wood on May 31, 2007
    based on 6 ratings
     | 6,724 views

    Seven Letters to Seven Churches (1st in series).

    EPHESUS: LOSS OF FIRST LOVE Revelation 2:1-17 INTRO: Ephesus was a very wealthy and cultured city. It was on a great highway. Travelers going to and from Rome to the east would go through Ephesus. It was a very corrupt city. The cult of Diana was very prominent. They had mingled religion with ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Prune Till You Bloom

    Contributed by Thomas Miller on Dec 30, 2004
    based on 17 ratings
     | 6,378 views

    Most believers think that God is mad at them, when it’s only His loving hand that strips away the dead works of flesh to reveal the fruit that will never perish

    Prune until you bloom I am the true vine, and my Father is the gardener. He cuts off every branch that doesn’t bear fruit, while every branch that does bear fruit He prunes so that it will be even more fruitful, (John 15:1-2). Most believers think that God is mad at them, when ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Doug Warren avatar

    Legalism, Mercy, Grace Series

    Contributed by Doug Warren on Mar 25, 2006
    based on 24 ratings
     | 6,869 views

    The Woman caught in adultery faced leaglism but found mercy and Grace in Jesus Christ.

    Intro: 1. Each segment of society has its own terminology: a. computer terms (foreign to me) b. medical terms (confusing,hard to understand) c. mechanic terms (could fool me in a minute!) 2. The church is no exception...we use terms like justification, sanctification, glorification, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Empowering Men To Lead Series

    Contributed by Jerlette Mickie on Jan 28, 2003
    based on 144 ratings
     | 19,849 views

    This lesson is about empowering men to lead in all aspects of life.

    The Call to Empower Men Written & Prepared by Dr. Jerlette Mickie Worksheet 1-2003 “Empowering Men to Lead” It should be the ultimate desire of every woman to have a husband who is empowered to lead. It is not only important just to have fiancés, houses and personable items. Being doctrinally ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Thinking Outside The Box Series

    Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Jul 23, 2007
    based on 7 ratings
     | 11,037 views

    In the parable of the Good Samaritan, Jesus challenges his followers to be creative in their neighborly love and to think outside the box.

    Luke 10:28-37 “Thinking Outside the Box” INTRODUCTION [Enter to theme song of Mr. Roger’s Neighborhood, “It’s A Beautiful Day In the Neighborhood.” Sit down, replace shoes with athletic shoes, and slip on a cardigan sweater] From the late 60’s to 2001, Mr. Roger’s Neighborhood was a staple ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    31 Ways To Favor Your Pastor

    Contributed by Johnny Creasong on Sep 26, 2009
    based on 10 ratings
     | 30,076 views

    October is Clergy Appreciation Month. Here’s some ideas to get your creative juices flowing...

    31 FAVORS FOR YOUR PASTOR October is Clergy Appreciation Month! After doing some research with other pastors on how their congregations had shown them their appreciation in the past, I thought I would write down some ideas to get your creative appreciation juices running. Since October had 31 ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God