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  • T.J. Conwell avatar

    Romans, Part 19 Series

    Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Feb 21, 2011
     | 3,302 views

    Understanding the role of God in our lives is critical. We are called to be slaves to Him, to His power, and to His authority. It is when we try to take charge that we get into the difficulties of life.

    Romans, Part 19 Romans 6:15-23 Introduction - We are no longer under the bonds this world wants to place on us Gal 2:20 says, “I have been crucified with Christ, and I no longer live, but Christ lives in me. The life I live in the body, I live by faith in the Son of God who loved me and ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    D.o.a. Or D.b.j.

    Contributed by James Kirkland on Feb 27, 2011
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     | 4,703 views

    You are D.O.A. or Dead Before Jesus and we need to be A.W.J. "Alive With Jesus". Take away the earthly things that are between the living and the dead. Remove the obstacles that separate you from God.

    D. O. A. or D. B. J. John 11:11-14 (NLT) Then he said, “Our friend Lazarus has fallen asleep, but now I will go and wake him up.”12 The disciples said, “Lord, if he is sleeping, he will soon get better!”13 They thought Jesus meant Lazarus was simply sleeping, but Jesus meant ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    Good News, Bad News Series

    Contributed by Mark Opperman on Feb 28, 2011
     | 5,848 views

    Important truths from these verses that show us why this world needs the good news so badly.

    Good News, Bad News Intro: Two 90-year-old women, Rose and Barb, had been friends all of their lives. When it was clear that Rose was dying, Barb visited her every day. One day Barb said, "Rose, we both loved playing softball all our lives, and we played all through High School. Please do me one ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    "Deceptive Philosophy"

    Contributed by Andy Grossman on Mar 9, 2011
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    The deceptive philosophy that has overtaken the Church today.

    “Deceptive Philosophy” March 13, 2011 “See to it that no one takes you captive through hollow and deceptive philosophy, which depends on human tradition and the elemental spiritual forces of this world rather than on Christ.” ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

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    Look In The Mirror Series

    Contributed by David Dykes on Oct 30, 2014
    based on 1 rating
     | 11,411 views

    You and I struggle with guilt, because we’re guilty. The sooner you and I admit we are sinners by nature and by choice, and we are guilty, the sooner we can move on to receive the forgiveness of God. A reflection of our guilt in four areas.

    INTRODUCTION I invite you to open your Bibles to Romans, chapter 3. I heard about a funny chain letter going around. It’s being sent to the Chairmen of Deacons of Baptist churches. It’s a typical chain letter: Dear Mr. Deacon: If you are tired of your preacher, send a copy of this ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    When The Chickens Come Home To Roost

    Contributed by Rev. Timothy Porter on Aug 15, 2014
     | 9,756 views

    This sermon tells us what happens when we allow sin to flourish in our lives

    "WHEN THE CHICKENS COME HOME TO ROOST" 2 Samuel 12:9-14 Introduction: By the show of hands, has anyone in here ever done anything wrong or wronged someone??.... By doing so you didnt want anyone to know, so you kept quiet about it ... thinking if I just keep my mouth shut no one ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Changing Masters

    Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Feb 6, 2014
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     | 5,765 views

    Does it matter if we fight our sinful nature, or give up and give in? If faith is all that matters, why should we bother to live a godly life and listen to God’s commands? Paul’s question is one we also ought to ask ourselves: Who is your master?

    Opening illustration: A pastor was teaching a Bible Information Class to a young couple who were brand new Christians. The first lesson was on law and gospel - the two basic messages in Scripture. The pastor explained the law: God desires us to be perfect, but we are sinful and can never reach ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    How Does Love Cover A Multitude Of Someone’s Sins?

    Contributed by David Leach on Feb 27, 2014
     | 14,059 views

    Love does not expose someone’s sins to other people, but instead overlooks them.

    How does love cover a multitude of someone’s sins? 1. Love does not expose someone’s sins to other people, but instead overlooks them. 1 Pe 4:8 Have fervent love for one another, for love will cover a multitude of sins. Pro 10:12 Hatred stirs up strife, But love covers all ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    A Little Leaven

    Contributed by Pastor David T. Diskin on Jul 31, 2012
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     | 11,467 views

    Little sins cause big problems.

    A Little Bit of Leaven Pray. Little things can cause major problems. In the early to mid 1950's a air line company began to to make the first state of the art passenger air liners. They came up with the idea of pressurizing the cabins, allowing their air craft to fly higher and faster than any ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Jason Smith avatar

    A Study Of Romans 5:12-21 Series

    Contributed by Jason Smith on Sep 14, 2013
     | 9,187 views

    Romans 5 is a very misunderstood text in the Bible. Verses within it are used to teach many doctrines that are not being taught if you examine the passage within its context.

    Romans 5 is a very misunderstood text in the Bible. Verses within it are used to teach many doctrines that are not being taught if you examine the passage within its context. We need to remember the argument that Paul has been making up to this point in the book. Chapters 1-3a: All men have sinned ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Beginning Again

    Contributed by Curtis Emerson on Mar 3, 2016
    based on 1 rating
     | 8,111 views

    Freedom in Christ. We have been set free from what?

    John 8:31-36 “Beginning again” INTRODUCTION: Have you ever been to a fair or maybe to Disneyland where they have these people dressed up like statues and they stand perfectly still and you think it is the stature until they move and freak you out? I remember reading an illustration ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Get That Monkey Off Your Back

    Contributed by Steve Kinnard on Apr 25, 2017
     | 3,881 views

    Sin weighs you down

    Get that monkey off your Back (Heb.12:1) Intro: Inter the area carrying a stuffed animal monkey on you shoulder act like it gets heavier evert step The Monkey --little baby monkey--then chimp -the gorilla Christians are always struggling, one minute they are running on top of the mountain, the ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Real People Real Problems A Study Of 1 Samuel Part 3b, Barriers To Hearing Series

    Contributed by Randy Edwards on Jun 12, 2017
     | 7,482 views

    Part 3b of our Real People- Real Problems series

    Real People – Real Problems A study of 1 Samuel Part 3b “Samuel” hearing God “Barriers to hearing” Today we will continue in our study of 1 Samuel In our Real People – Real problems series With part 3b Or part 2 of hearing God I told you last week about the mules and horses at Bishop Mule ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Travis L. Billings avatar

    Who Will Lead

    Contributed by Travis L. Billings on Jan 9, 2022
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,063 views

    Today's failures are multiplied in tomorrow's leaders.

    To get an understanding of the book of Judges, it is important to first understand the relationship between Moses and Joshua and how their distinct personalities set the tone for their leadership styles and set the tone for what was to come following their deaths. Moses was passionate and ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    Comment Briser Les MalÉdictions GÉnÉrationnelles (How To Break Generational Curses)

    Contributed by James Dina on Mar 29, 2021
     | 7,339 views

    Au nom de Jésus-Christ, je brise le pouvoir et l’emprise de chaque malédiction générationnelle qui m’est venue par mes péchés et les péchés de mes ancêtres.

    COMMENT BRISER LES MALÉDICTIONS GÉNÉRATIONNELLES (How to break Generational Curses) « Garder la miséricorde pour des milliers, pardonner l’iniquité et la transgression et le péché, et qui ne sera nullement effacer les coupables; rendre visite à ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal