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  • Richard Tow avatar

    Zechariah's Fourth Vision: Qualified For Service Series

    Contributed by Richard Tow on Nov 21, 2021
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,673 views

    Christians must know the basis of their acceptance before God if they are to successfully defeat Satan and his tactic of accusation. In this vision, we are given a beautiful picture of the grace of God removing our filthy garments of sin and clothing us with his Robe of Righteousness.

    Today we will begin examining Zechariah’s fourth vision recorded in chapter 3. The vision can be divided into two-parts: I. Verses 1-5 is a revelation of God’s way of qualifying his people for relationship with him and for service to him. II. Verses 7-10 contains an admonition to faithfulness ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

  • Ron Freeman, Evangelist avatar

    The Enemy Situation (Lesson 1) Series

    Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Feb 18, 2021
    based on 3 ratings
     | 5,129 views

    To establish that the Christian must prepare to be fit-to-fight. Paul gives the saints at Ephesus their operations order to engage the forces of evil successfully. It outlines the enemy situation, rules of engagement, and equipment safeties (protections).

    INTRODUCTION Outline. 1. The Enemy Situation Remarks. 1. This is lesson one in this sermon-series: “Fit-to-Fight,” “The Enemy Situation,” in “Ephesus’ Operations Order.” This lesson will deal with the saint’s need to understand the enemy situation in this fight: for the saint’s battle in their ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Paul Apple avatar

    My Strength And My Shield Series

    Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 34 ratings
     | 11,059 views

    THE LORD IS NOT DEAF TO THE CRIES OF HIS PEOPLE

    BIG IDEA: THE LORD IS NOT DEAF TO THE CRIES OF HIS PEOPLE I. (:1-2) THE CRY FOR A HEARING A. (:1) The Rock Has Ears “To Thee, O Lord, I call; My rock, do not be deaf to me, Lest, if Thou be silent to me, I become like those who go down to the pit.” B. (:2) The Holy Sanctuary Receives Cries for ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Clarence Clough avatar

    Faithful Living In Difficult Times

    Contributed by Clarence Clough on Jan 13, 2005
    based on 10 ratings
     | 7,997 views

    A look at the Biblical Doctrine of Sanctification

    FAITHFUL LIVING IN DIFFICULT TIMES Intro: Second Peter may be titled "The Believer’s Conflict in the Last Days." or "How To Live When Surrounded By The Problems and Perplexities of the End Time." Theme: Faithful Christian living in difficult times demands sanctification. I. A ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

  • Alex Perednia avatar

    Believing In Jesus Series

    Contributed by Alex Perednia on Feb 7, 2005
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,721 views

    Advent-- a time to prepare for the coming of Christ into our world and lives-- points us to the Christmas miracle! "Christmas for millions is just the holiday season. Are we losing the sense of marvel at the Christmas miracle? Why, this is the most stu

    All over our nation, there is unmistakeable evidence that that there are those who want to bar Christ from Christmas. That’s right, there are mant elites in our nation’s political and educational systems that want to remove our right to celebrate the birth of Jesus. If you don’t believe me, then ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    "Number One Saint"

    Contributed by Jerry Depoy on Aug 9, 2005
    based on 6 ratings
     | 1,733 views

    Mary Magdalene would be the very first person that Christ choose to reveal himself to on that great day of resurrection morning. This could not have been by coincidence.

    Title: "Number One Saint" Introduction: Mary Magdalene would be the very first person that Christ choose to reveal himself to on that great day of resurrection morning. This could not have been by coincidence. Jesus could have revealed himself to any number of his disciples, but why Mary. How ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dan Borchert avatar

    What Are You Going To Do When Your Bubble Breaks

    Contributed by Dan Borchert on Aug 30, 2002
    based on 8 ratings
     | 2,384 views

    Gives a plan to perserve even during hard times based on how Nehemiah handle his tast

    Nehemiah 4:16-23 What Are You Going to Do when the Bubble Breaks? Introduction A. Bob Story 1. Driving down a Busy Road 2. Everything is going good 3. DEER! 4. Swerves 5. The Car Flips about 3 times 6. He is Ok a. He had his seatbelt on b. His Airbags saved him B. Background 1. Originally came ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

  • John McCormack avatar

    Joshua Series

    Contributed by John Mccormack on Mar 15, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,992 views

    FOCAL POINT: THE CHOICE IS WHO OR WHAT.

    JOSHUA PART 2 OF A 2 PART SERIES KEY VERSE: JOSHUA 1: 6-9 JOSHUA: JOSHUA 24: 14-15 FOCAL POINT: THE CHOICE IS WHO OR WHAT. INTRODUCTION: READ JOSHUA 1: 6-9 THE KEY THEME THROUGHOUT JOSHUA IS THE KEEPING OF THE LAW. THIS IS A CONTINUATION OF THIS THEME. EXHORTATION ON JOSHUA 24: ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Steve Greene avatar

    Seven Spheres Of Influence Series (Business/Politics) Series

    Contributed by Steve Greene on Dec 27, 2008
    based on 10 ratings
     | 7,785 views

    This is the third in a series exploring how the church and Christians are to be involved in shaping Ameircan culture.

    Seven Spheres of Influence Series (Business/Politics) Connecting to our Culture – Part 3 Colossians 3:23-24, 4:1 Observations from the Business Sphere: 1. All of us live at least a portion of our lives in the business sphere. 2. Business is not just about a paycheck. It’s not just about ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

  • Ralph Andrus avatar

    Dealing With Difficult People

    Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Mar 19, 2007
    based on 11 ratings
     | 5,295 views

    - David had every reason for despair - How David kept his sanity under Saul’s assaults

    The defeat of Despair: — Mr. Greatheart, old Honest and the four young men went up to Doubting Castle to look for Giant Despair. When they came at the castle gate, they knocked for entrance with an unusual noise. At that the old giant comes to the gate; and Diffidence his wife follows Then these ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • James Chandler avatar

    On Fire For The Lord

    Contributed by James Chandler on Mar 27, 2007
    based on 10 ratings
     | 4,537 views

    It’s Elijah vs. the 450 Prophets of Baal. Elijah gets fired up because of God’s greatness. As Christians we should be fired up as well. Read on and see why...

    There was a man who was going skydiving for the very first time. He had taken all the lessons and now it was time for his first solo jump. He leaps out of the plane but he panicked and couldn’t remember how to open his parachute. As he was falling rapidly to the earth he suddenly met another guy ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Brian Atwood avatar

    Tips For Talking By Faith Series

    Contributed by Brian Atwood on May 1, 2007
    based on 27 ratings
     | 3,572 views

    More biblical steps to taking control of the communication in your life.

    (Certainly not an exhaustive outline of what the Bible says about speech - but an offering of several key hot spots that require out attention.) 1. SPEAK SOFTLY AND DON’T CARRY A BIG EGO. "A gentle answer will calm a person’s anger, but an unkind answer will cause more anger." Proverbs 15:1 ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Aarron Ellerman avatar

    Paul Confronts Peter's Sin Series

    Contributed by Aarron Ellerman on Jan 3, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,077 views

    Paul’s reaction to Peter’s sin is swift and just.

    Galatians 2:14-21 “Paul Confronts Peter’s Sin” 1. Paul’s Reaction (14) Vs. 14 • Peter, being an apostle, had an even greater responsibility to lead others uprightly (straight path) in the truth of the gospel. o Bible says, “To whom much is given much will be required.” o Peter ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Victor Nazareth avatar

    Be Prepared To Give

    Contributed by Victor Nazareth on Mar 24, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,442 views

    The Boy Scouts Motto is ‘Be Prepared’. Peter is saying here that it may as well be ours. Peter is exhorting in this verse God’s people to be prepared to give: 1) An Answer, 2) To Everyone, 3) The Reason & 4) With Gentleness

    Introduction: Last time we talked about Hell – the awful place with motivation to stay out and keep others from too. We seem to be living in a particularly gracious time where God is doing whatever necessary to draw our nation to Him. It is imperative in this scenario that we are prepared to ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

  • Jose Gomez Sr. avatar

    Let God Shine!

    Contributed by Jose Gomez Sr. on Jun 7, 2004
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,460 views

    The Lord want’s to shine through you.

    ISAIAH 61:3 God wants to be glorified in your life,but the only way He will get the glory is if you would start acting like He has done something. HE HAS SAVED YOU ! HE HAS DELIVERED SOME FROM ALCOHOL OR DRUGS OR GAMBLING. SOME HE DELIVERED FROM ADULTERY OR FORNICATION OR IDOLATRY and so ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational