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  • Brad Beaman avatar

    The Heart Of The Matter Series

    Contributed by Brad Beaman on Sep 13, 2023
     | 2,402 views

    When people want to know God just handing them a Bible may not be enough. They need to know what is the purpose of the Bible. This passage is known as the Great Commandment, and it gives us the heart of the matter.

    I got a telephone call recently from a friendly telemarketing sales representative. They were offering a revolutionary new product. They asked me if it was a good time to talk, or should the call be at another time. The presentation would take twenty minutes. Now is a good time I said, but I ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Faith Revisited 1 Peter 3:19-21 Series

    Contributed by Lonnie Erwin on Apr 10, 2015
     | 5,624 views

    : In 1 Peter 3:19-21 seems to provide a description of an event that transpired while Jesus was in the tomb for three (3) days. This is a very difficult passage to understand its meaning or implication.

    Title: Faith Revisited Big Idea: In 1 Peter 3:19-21 seems to provide a description of an event that transpired while Jesus was in the tomb for three (3) days. This is a very difficult passage to understand its meaning or implication. Students of the Bible have developed different understandings of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Scientific Accuracy Of The Bible Proves It To Be Superio! #3 Series

    Contributed by John Wright on Mar 8, 2010
     | 5,271 views

    Texas University students are refering to the bible as "smut" and a material on equal plane with pornography and yet Gen. 1:9&10 and Job 36:27&28 contain scientific truths that prove that the bible is from God and superior and more importantat than all ot

    INTRODUCTION 1. Open your bible, please, to Genesis 1:9,10. 2. Do you have a definition for the word “smut”? What is your definition? 3. Webster’s New College Edition has the following definitions: (1) to stain, taint, or affect a crop or plant with smut. (2) soot that ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Detailed Proofs From The Bible That God Is Triune

    Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on May 12, 2024
    based on 4 ratings
     | 826 views

    An Extensive and Detailed Look at the Teaching of the Trinity in the Old and New Testaments

    Old Testament Teachings of the Trinity The word 'trinity' is not used in the Bible, but the doctrine of the tri-unity of God is clearly taught in the New Testament. The Old Testament does not explicitly teach the doctrine. Still, the concept of the Trinity is hinted at in certain places in ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    How To Better Understand The Bible (Part 1) Series

    Contributed by Will Langford on Jul 16, 2008
    based on 8 ratings
     | 6,622 views

    The sermon provides believers insight on how they can better understand the Bible.

    Understanding What You Read Part I Psalm 119 You know…THE BIBLE IS AN AMAZING BOOK Most people who are believers would tell you that the Bible is a remarkable book. But the Bible is not only an Amazing and Remarkable Book. • According to Hebrews 4:12- it is a living and powerful book. • The word ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Thomas H avatar

    The Church - Where God Lives Series

    Contributed by Thomas H on Oct 4, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 8,733 views

    There are many ideas out there of what the church is or what it ought to be. In this passage Paul tells us what God's idea is of the church - and God's idea is, is what counts!

    Ephesians 2:19-22 The Church Where God Lives What is the church? What is a church? Is it a building? An institution? I grew up as a Catholic. We were taught that the Catholic Church is The Church. It is an elaborate institution, with churchs, cathedrals, basilicas and the Vatican, which is ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Study The Word

    Contributed by Michael Monica on Jul 23, 2017
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     | 7,536 views

    The importance of studying the Word

    Do your best to present yourself to God as one approved, a worker who does not need to be ashamed and who correctly handles the word of truth. 2 Timothy 2:15 IMPORTANCE OF BIBLE STUDY ‘There is nothing more important for the Christian than Bible study. The Bible promotes INTELLECTUAL ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Creation Bible Study - Creation: Day 6 Series

    Contributed by Bobby Stults on Jan 23, 2014
     | 5,800 views

    Day 1-5 God prepares for the coming apex of His creation...

    Wed Night Bible Study - Creation Lesson/Sermon 5 - Days 6 Genesis 1:24-31 & Gen 2:4-24(ESV) Creation Bible Study - Creation: Day 6 Looking back at Day 1-5 & remember what we’ve learned: We learned our world did not just happen but it was created by God who did not have to use materials but ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Elmer Towns avatar

    The Bible Can Be Studied And Understood Lesson 6 Series

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Feb 6, 2019
    based on 2 ratings
     | 2,869 views

    What Bible study will do

    A. INTRODUCTION: WHAT BIBLE STUDY WILL DO 1. Before examining what Bible study will do for you, ask, “Why people don’t study Scriptures.” a. Not know what it offers. “Have ye not read the law?” (Matt. 12:4). b. Blinded. “They couldn’t believe, as Isaiah said . . . God has blinded their eyes . ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Santified In The Lord - Get In The Boat Series

    Contributed by William Akehurst on Jan 17, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,574 views

    Peter’s theme throughout the 1st book is one of suffering. We continue in this difficult passage as a part of the whole. Learn what it is to be Sanctified in the LORD and in the 'same boat'.

    2011.01.16b.Sermon Sanctified in the LORD (part 2) 1 Peter 3:13-22 Peter’s message on suffering and the hope of our faith continues as a theme throughout the first book. This passage is a difficult passage to traverse without keeping in mind this theme. Last time: 1 Peter 3:8-15 Peter ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Dean Courtier avatar

    Why Does The Bible Make Unbelievers Uncomfortable? Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jun 7, 2024
    based on 2 ratings
     | 858 views

    "Why does the Bible make unbelievers uncomfortable?" This discomfort isn't a new phenomenon. Throughout history, the message of the Bible has often been met with resistance and unease.

    Why Does the Bible Make Unbelievers Uncomfortable? I once read about a man who was vehemently opposed to Christianity. After years of resistance, a simple, loving conversation with a believer opened his heart to the gospel. Today, he is a passionate follower of Christ, using his testimony to reach ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Jerry Cosper avatar

    The Lord's Return And Resurrection: Part I Series

    Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Apr 24, 2012
     | 4,553 views

    The subject is the return of Jesus Christ to earth and the resurrection of the dead. I get more questions asked about this passage than most any other passage in the Bible. So I thought we would spend about three sessions talking about this passage. Thi

    1 Thess. 4:13 through 5:3 is a passage about a subject that intrigues people. The subject is the return of Jesus Christ to earth and the resurrection of the dead. I get more questions asked about this passage than most any other passage in the Bible. So I thought we would spend about three ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dean Courtier avatar

    Go! And Return To The Bible's Context Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jul 30, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 262 views

    We live in an age filled with interpretation, tradition, denomination, and commentary.If we want to hear God's voice clearly, we must read His Word as He intended—through the lens of the world of the biblical writers.

    Go! And Return to the Bible's Context 2 Timothy 3:16 (NLT): “All Scripture is inspired by God and is useful to teach us what is true and to make us realise what is wrong in our lives. It corrects us when we are wrong and teaches us to do what is right.” Introduction: Dr Michael Heiser once ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Michael Brown avatar

    Bible Study - 2 Corinthians 5:10

    Contributed by Michael Brown on Feb 5, 2021
     | 3,329 views

    I did this Bible study for the men's Bible study group I'm in

    Highlight - Highlight the verse that speaks to you “For we must all appear before the judgment seat of Christ, so that each may be repaid for what he has done in the body, whether good or evil .” 2 Corinthians 5:10 (CSB) Explain - Explain what this passage means In this verse the apostle Paul ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dr. Larry Petton avatar

    What Does The Bible Say About Racism?

    Contributed by Dr. Larry Petton on Aug 18, 2020
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,324 views

    Americans are a facing a deep, long-standing issue of racism. While 90 percent of Protestant pastors say their congregation would welcome a sermon on racial reconciliation, only 26 percent say leaders in their church have encouraged them to preach on the subject.

    What is racism? • Racism is prejudice, discrimination, or antagonism directed against a person or a group of people on the basis of their membership in a particular racial or ethnic group, typically one that is a minority or marginalized. • Racism is the belief that different races possess ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational