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  • Jerry Shirley avatar

    Beyond The Veil: The Mercy Seat Series

    Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Sep 26, 2008
    based on 48 ratings
     | 13,547 views

    Capping off the Ark of the Covenant is a solid slab of gold with cherubim, of inestimable value. Even more beautiful than its artistry is what happens upon it. Link inc. to formatted text, audio, PowerPoint.

    Beyond the Veil: The Mercy Seat Exodus 25:17-22 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/BeyondVeilMercySeat.html [scroll thru pics] Every box needs a lid...but this is no ordinary box...and atop it is much more than a ‘lid’. As a matter of fact, no furnishing in history has had a final, finishing touch ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Lord Blesses The Righteous Series

    Contributed by Dr. David Hallum on Feb 18, 2016
     | 7,434 views

    God's blessings on believers characterized in two words: giving and receiving.

    Introduction: Believing In Anything G.K. Chesterton once said, "It is often supposed that when people stop believing in God, they believe in nothing. Alas, it is worse than that. When they stop believing in God, they believe in anything." Without God the only standard of TRUST - of right and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Work PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 28, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,135 views

    Explore the Parable of the Workers in the Vineyard, emphasizing God's generosity, the value of work, and the power of faith.

    Good morning, brothers and sisters in Christ. Today, we're diving into a parable straight from the book of Matthew that speaks volumes about God's generosity, the value of work, and the power of faith. It's the Parable of the Workers in the Vineyard, and it's found in Matthew 20:1-16. Before we ...read more

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    Grace Over Grumbling PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 27, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 943 views

    Explore God's extravagant generosity and grace, the dangers of grumbling, and the joy of living in His grace, as illustrated in the parable of the workers in the vineyard.

    Good morning, church family! I trust you're all doing well today. We are here to dig into God's Word and unpack a profound truth from the Gospel of Matthew. As Philip Yancey once said, "Grace, like water, flows to the lowest part." Today's sermon is about God's extravagant generosity, the danger of ...read more

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    The Manifold Working Of Grace

    Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Dec 30, 2002
    based on 176 ratings
     | 11,403 views

    This outline looks at four distinct workings of grace covering the span from salvation to a Christ-filled life .

    THE MANIFOLD WORKING OF GRACE “For the grace of God that brings salvation has appeared to all men.” Titus 2: 11 “Grace” is commonly defined as “unmerited favor” but more specifically it can be defined as “unmerited divine assistance given man for his redemption or sanctification.” Using the more ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Characteristics Of A Healthy Church

    Contributed by Todd Leupold on Jun 27, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,012 views

    What is a 'healthy church'?

    “CHARACTERISTICS OF A HEALTHY CHURCH” Romans 12 Rev. Todd G. Leupold, Broadalbin Baptist Church, April 10, 2011 Introduction: What is a 'healthy church'? It is NOT defined by size, wealth, demographics or facilities. It IS defined and determined by Character, Transformation and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Sticks, Stone And Words Part 2 Series

    Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Jul 16, 2025
     | 305 views

    This is a Bible study lesson, not a sermon. The Bible studies teach foundational truth that are designed to challenge, encourage and, most importantly, flame the fire of hunger in the Christian who wants to learn more about who they have become in Christ Jesus.

    Sticks, Stones And Words – Part 2 (Rev. Rodney Johnson and Rev. Barry Johnson) NOTE: New Light Faith Ministries and Barry Johnson Ministries, founded by Rodney V. Johnson and Barry O. Johnson, respectively, are partnering to offer Bible studies for Christians who are seeking to grow in their ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Live For Eternity

    Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 139 ratings
     | 13,756 views

    Live For Eternity (1:13-21) -- Since We Have Such a Glorious Living Hope, Live For Eternity And Escape the Futility of the Human Condition OVERVIEW: a.

    Live For Eternity (1:13-21) -- Since We Have Such a Glorious Living Hope, Live For Eternity And Escape the Futility of the Human Condition OVERVIEW: a. LIVE IN HOPE BECAUSE OUR FOCUS MUST BE ON ETERNITY :13 b. LIVE IN HOLINESS BECAUSE THAT IS THE STANDARD FOR ETERNITY 14-16 c. LIVE IN FEAR ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Sick Society

    Contributed by Gerry Pratt on Apr 30, 2002
    based on 17 ratings
     | 5,769 views

    The secular values which today’s society is based upon, are a formula for disaster....especially if we, as Christians, buy into these values.

    (Phil. 2:15 - “That you may become blameless and harmless, children of God, without fault, in the midst of a crooked and perverse generation, among whom you shine as lights in the world.”) (Rom. 1:24-32 - “Therefore God also gave them up to uncleanness, in the lusts of their hearts, to ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The B.i.b.l.e. Yes That's The Book For Me

    Contributed by Ken Mckinley on Oct 10, 2004
    based on 26 ratings
     | 4,218 views

    The Bible, how we got it, and is it reliable?

    The Bible, yes that’s the book for me By Kenny McKinley 2nd Tim 3:16, 2nd Peter 1:20-21 The Bible is the greatest book ever written, it tells us not only how to live on earth, but how to get to heaven. The Bible is also the greatest literary work ever written, and is still the number one best ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    The Holy Spirit's Ministry To The World

    Contributed by Galen Hackman on Jun 5, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,226 views

    What can we expect from the Holy Spirit as he ministers to the world of unbeleivers?

    The Holy Spirit’s Ministry to the World John 16:7-11 To begin this discussion of the role of the Holy Spirit to the world at large, I want to begin with the most basic of all truths. It comes to us from the dialog of Jesus with Nicodemus in John 3, and it is verses 16 and 17. John 3:16-17 16 For ...read more

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    Denomination: Brethren

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    Spiritual Circumcision And What It Means To The Child Of God. Series

    Contributed by Gordon Weatherby on Dec 2, 2016
    based on 1 rating
     | 10,751 views

    Paul addressed the church at Colossae on the matter of a saving relationship with God. He specifically was addressing Spiritual circumcision, and the matter of Baptism.

    SPIRITUAL CIRCIMCISION AND WHAT IT MEANS TO THE CHILD OF GOD COLOSSIANS 2:9-15 Greenmount and O’Leary Churches of Christ November 27, 2016 Audio link to listen to this sermon: http://chirb.it/b6NFAL INTRODUCTION: 1.) As the Church of Jesus Christ, we usually do not address the subject ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Above - Pt. 2 - Above Below Series

    Contributed by Steve Ely on Jul 7, 2011
    based on 3 ratings
     | 5,233 views

    Catch your balance. Steady yourself. Above is supposed to describe us. Don’t look down . . . DON’T LIVE DOWN!

    Above Pt. 2 – Above Below I. Introduction Above. As I mentioned last week there are certain meanings that come to mind instantly. Above . . . perspective, looking down on, higher than. Above . . . prominence and higher in order. Above . . . distance. Above speaks to perspective and ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    We're Accountable For What We Know Series

    Contributed by Ed Taylor on Dec 22, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 9,369 views

    We will be held accountable for what we DO KNOW not for what we DON’T KNOW.

    1. When we were studying the book of James, we learned that it is sinful for us to show partiality. Proverbs 28:21 (NKJV) 21 To show partiality is not good, Because for a piece of bread a man will transgress. It’s true, partiality has been used to divide & destroy for years. • It definitely ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Prince Of Peace Series

    Contributed by Perry Greene on Dec 28, 2014
     | 8,413 views

    As Prince of Peace, Jesus came to bring us into harmony (shalom) with God, others, and within ourselves.

    1. Isaiah 9.6-7; His Name will be Called: * Wonderful -- He takes care of the dullness of life (meant to be exciting and abundant) * Counselor -- He takes care of the decisions of life -- directs our steps * Mighty God -- He takes care of the demands of life * Eternal Father -- he takes care of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ