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  • Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan avatar

    Repentance Of The Gentiles Series

    Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Feb 8, 2021
     | 2,467 views

    It is the beginning of the expansion of the Church and the Kingdom of God. God has elected nations have been confirmed by this passage. Read further for a better understanding of the Gospel work.

    Acts 10:23-48 Repentance of the Gentiles 10:23-34 Peter and Cornelius meet each other 10:35-43 Peter Preaches the Gospel 10:36-48 Gentiles receive the Holy Spirit Acts 10:23-34 Peter and Cornelius meet each other It is the beginning of the expansion of the Church and the Kingdom of God. God has ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Sumeet MJ avatar

    Secrets Of Spiritual Victory

    Contributed by Sumeet Mj on Jun 2, 2021
     | 5,741 views

    The confrontation of David and Goliath is one of the most discussed and referred event in History. There are powerful spiritual keys in this passage that we can borrow for a victorious spiritual life.

    Secrets of Victory!! 1 Samuel 17:45 Then David said to the Philistine, "You come to me with a sword, with a spear, and with a javelin. But I come to you in the name of the LORD of hosts, the God of the armies of Israel, whom you have defied. 46 This day the LORD will deliver you into my hand, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Jim Butcher avatar

    Why Does The Government Do More Than The Church To Help The Poor? Series

    Contributed by Jim Butcher on Jun 26, 2015
     | 5,439 views

    This passage on the care of widows opens up a larger question: what's the place the church should have in the care of the poor (versus the place the government should have)?

    THE POINT OF THE PASSAGE: Taking care of the needy widows was a big deal in the early church. - There was a different societal structure and a lack of social safety net back then. The church stepped in to help. - Unpack some of the passage. - The passage raises a more general question: why ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Frightening Vision Of A Present Day Kingdom

    Contributed by Jon Mackinney on Mar 28, 2012
    based on 2 ratings
     | 5,585 views

    Here is a highly controversial passage, yet for the bible-believer, it is really quite clear. There will be a kingdom and a fierce and powerful king, but he will choose the wrong opponent and be destroyed.

    Passage: Daniel 8:1-27 Intro: When we run across a highly technical and controversial passage like this… 1. we can’t figure out the “so what?” 2. that quickly goes to “who cares” 3. God has a purpose, so don’t miss it while we dive into this ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

  • Christopher Benfield avatar

    A Tragic Death Series

    Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Sep 6, 2017
     | 10,781 views

    This passage in Mark is one of great tragedy. It has been suggested there were actually two deaths revealed - the death of John the Baptist and the death of Herod's conscience.

    A Tragic Death Mark 6: 14-29 Our text today deals with the horrific and tragic death of John the Baptist. Mark discussed the character of John and the tragic reason for his untimely death. The text actually deals with John’s death in retrospect, sometime after it had happened. John’s untimely ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Ernie Arnold avatar

    What Is Repentance?

    Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Jan 12, 2017
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     | 9,017 views

    In this passage Jesus teaches us about Repentance - Repentance involves 1. Revelation and Realization 2. Redemption and Renewal 3. Reorientation and living a life of Righteousness

    Scripture: Matthew 4: 12 - 23 Theme: Repentance In this passage Jesus teaches us about Repentance - Repentance involves 1. Revelation and Realization 2. Redemption and Renewal 3. Reorientation and Righteousness INTRO: Grace and peace from God our Father and from His Son Jesus Christ ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

  • Jim Butcher avatar

    Five Challenges With Finding The Truth Series

    Contributed by Jim Butcher on Jun 9, 2022
     | 1,716 views

    Pilate's iconic "What is truth?" question is the centerpiece of a passage that highlights several of the ways that we struggle with truth in our lives.

    PILATE ASKS A GREAT QUESTION: “What is truth?” - John 18:38a. - Many ways to take it: sincere, sneering, lost, confused. - But at the end of the day, it is an essential question. - It’s not enough to be sincere in our beliefs, we need to sincerely believe something that’s true. - What about ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • W Pat Cunningham avatar

    What Is The Bread Of Life?

    Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Apr 14, 2018
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,811 views

    The passage we read from the sixth chapter of John’s Gospel has from earliest times been used to explain the orthodox teaching on the Eucharist.

    We all know what a eunuch is, and such men were common in the various courts of Biblical times. What was valuable about them to the kings of the Middle East is that they could be trusted–if they were trustworthy at all–even with the kings’ wives and children. There would be no question of bad blood ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

  • Jim Butcher avatar

    A Motivation To Give For Small Givers Series

    Contributed by Jim Butcher on Mar 26, 2019
     | 4,721 views

    We are called by Paul to be cheerful givers. That seems ridiculous to many! This passage, though, gives us a great starting point for making that generous attitude happen.

    IT JUST SEEMS RIDICULOUS: How can anyone be a cheerful giver? - 2 Corinthians 9:7. - Paul tells us that God loves a cheerful giver. That’s all well and good, many of you are thinking, but who exactly is joyful about giving to the offering plate? It’s hard for many to believe that there are ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • John White avatar

    Characteristics Of A Converted Christian

    Contributed by John White on Feb 4, 2020
     | 9,919 views

    Paul makes it clear in this passage that true conversion means real change. He outlines the qualities and characteristics that defined us before we were saved.

    Characteristics Of A Converted Christian TITUS 3:3-8 "For we ourselves also were sometimes foolish, disobedient, deceived, serving divers lusts and pleasures, living in malice and envy, hateful, [and] hating one another. But after that the kindness and love of God our Saviour toward man ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Chris Swanson avatar

    A Lesson In The Leftovers

    Contributed by Chris Swanson on Dec 31, 2022
     | 2,879 views

    Undoubtedly many have heard this passage of Scripture before and hopefully, many have read this story. This is the story of where Jesus feeds the multitude, the five thousand.

    What a miracle to perform. I cannot imagine trying to feed that many people. No doubt there are quite a few mothers out there that would find that a daunting task. Can you see five thousand people coming through your door, walking to the dining room, either trying to find a place to sit or going ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Chris Swanson avatar

    What Are We To Do If There Is A Tater Family In Our Church?

    Contributed by Chris Swanson on Jan 8, 2023
     | 1,741 views

    Although the title to this message mentions a Tater Family, the passage of Scripture speaks about the servants working with the pounds. Do Christians of today resemble the servants in the Scripture?

    This is the story about the pounds. This story tells of a certain nobleman who received a kingdom, and it showed the followers of Jesus what they were to do during the time between when Jesus would leave and his Second Coming. The followers were to be unwavering and fruitful while he was gone. ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Gordon Weatherby avatar

    "tel Us Plainly Who You Are" Series

    Contributed by Gordon Weatherby on Oct 8, 2021
     | 2,350 views

    This passage of Scripture deals with the people demanding Jesus tell them who he is. By means of teachings and miracles he reveals that once more to them.

    “Tell Us Plainly Who You Are” John 10:23-42 Greenmount and O’Leary Churches of Christ July 11, 2021 Video Link: https://youtu.be/4XueEHVVQ08 INTRODUCTION: 1) The opening verse of our text tells us this account was at the Feast of Dedication. A) The Feast of Dedication also called the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Paul Robinson avatar

    Growing Pains

    Contributed by Paul Robinson on Oct 4, 2022
     | 1,834 views

    Growing in the Christian life is not always easy. In fact, there are growing pains, but these are necessary if you want to mature. This passage gives three specific areas in which to grow.

    Main theme of this passage: growing in your walk with God. Verses 1-2. You’ve received the truth of how to grow in your walk with God. It begins with faith. But there are other areas in which we can grow. This passage gives us three ways to grow in our walk with God. 1. Grow in your Abstinence (v. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Michael Koplitz avatar

    Immortality Through Good Deeds

    Contributed by Michael Koplitz on Feb 7, 2023
     | 749 views

    Jesus tells us in this passage that we need to do good works and that will enable us to be remembered through time. That is one of the reasons we remember Him.

    Immortality through Good Deeds John 8:48-59 Rev. Dr. Michael H. Koplitz John 8:48 The Jews answered and said to Him, “Do we not say rightly that You are a Samaritan and have a demon?” 49 Jesus answered, “I do not ahave a demon; but I honor My Father, and you dishonor Me. 50 “But I do not seek My ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist