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Paying The Temple Tax Lesson 19 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Nov 15, 2016

We must do what we are commanded to do even though we are not able to do it. God will do through us and begin only what only God can do.

A. INTRODUCTION: THE DILEMMA “On their arrival in Capernaum, the collectors of the Temple tax came to Peter and asked him, ‘Doesn’t your teacher pay the Temple tax?’ ‘Yes, he does,’ Peter replied. Then he went into the house. But before he had a chance to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 17:24-27

Denomination: Baptist

4. The Cost Of A Second Chance Series

Contributed by Grant Adams on Nov 29, 2020

Repentance on man's part always brings action on God's part.

Repentance on man's part always brings action on God's part. Proverbs 28:13. Man could solve so many of life's problems, if he would only repent of his sins. God is ever waiting and eager to bless man. God's blessings are often blocked by man's disobedience. It would have been ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Philip And The Ethiopian Lesson 39 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Mar 11, 2019

Persecution scatters the Gospel.

A. INTRODUCTION – ACTS 8:1-4 1. Persecution initiated. Saul held the coats for those stoning Stephen. “. . . I cast my vote . . .” (Acts 26:10). 2. Persecution intensified. 3. Persecution scatters the gospel. B. THE GOSPEL SPREADS TO SAMARIA – ACTS 8:5-6 1. What is significant about ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:5-6

Denomination: Baptist

3-1=4(Ever)

Contributed by Joel Newman on Jan 21, 2022

Allowing the Holy Spirit to Deduct Sin, so Holiness can be added

3-1=4 (ever) Living a life filled with the Holy Spirit is as much about getting rid of things, as it is about adding things. A life lived by the Holy Spirit is not earned. It is a gift of grace. A gift that DOES require life long maintenance. As a part of the Trinity, the Holy Spirit is more ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:3-11

Denomination: Nazarene

Grande Victoire

Contributed by James Dina on Sep 30, 2023

Et ils l'ont vaincu à cause du sang de l'Agneau et à cause de la parole de leur témoignage, et ils n'ont pas aimé leur vie jusqu'à la mort » (Apocalypse 12 :11)

GRANDE VICTOIRE « Mais il se tint au milieu du pays, le défendit et frappa les Philistins ; et l'Éternel obtint une grande victoire » (2 Samuel 23 : 12) Dieu a donné à Shammah une grande victoire sur les Philistins, et une grande victoire a ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 23:12

Denomination: Pentecostal

Let Jesus Show You How To Face Temptation Lesson 2 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Oct 12, 2023

Your best defense against temptation is quoting the written Word of God. Therefore, learn the Bible, memorized the Bible, and use the Bible.

“Jesus was led by the Spirit into the wilderness to be tempted by the devil … fasted forty days and forty nights, afterwards … hungry. The tempter said ‘if you are the Son of God … stones become bread. Jesus … ‘It is written man shall not live by bread alone, but by every word … mouth of God.’ ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Celebrating Christmas Through Prophecy

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Oct 31, 2023

Prophecy is God’s birth announcement.

A. INTRODUCTION: GOD CAREFULLY PRE-PLANNED THE EVENT 1. Prophecy is God’s birth announcement. Not of months in advance, but thousands of years in advance. 2. Fulfilled prophecy is one of the greatest proofs for the spiritual authority of scriptures. 3. The Dead Sea Scrolls are the greatest ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:15, Isaiah 7:14, Isaiah 9:6

Denomination: Baptist

Your Time To Finish Well Lesson 5 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Nov 1, 2023

Don't count time - make time count.

A. MEASURING TIME TO FINISH WELL 1. What is involved in finishing well? a. On time. b. Excellence. c. Cover all details. d. Includes all people involved. 2. You are registered for the race of life, and you are running. 3. You have been given gifts: a. Like money, spend it well. b. Like stocks and ...read more

Scripture: James 4:14, Psalm 90:5-6, Psalm 90:12

Denomination: Baptist

Disillusioned Mary Experienced Jesus For Personal Reassurance Lesson 1 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Nov 13, 2023

Mary Magdalene - Faithful Follower

A. INTRODUCTION: MARY MAGDALENE - FAITHFUL FOLLOWER 1. Many named Mary (from Hebrew Miriam), virgin mother of Jesus, mother of James, mother of Joses, wife of Clopas, and mother of Mark. 2. Mary Magdalene, i.e., her home was Magdala, i.e., “watch tower,” (Matthew 15:39). 3. Past life. “He took ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:2-3, John 20:2

Denomination: Baptist

What’s Your Vision Series

Contributed by Terry Laughlin on Dec 27, 2018

The best resolution is to be able to say, “…we have the mind of Christ.”

What’s Your Vision Grasping God’s New Year’s Revelation The Bible says, “Where there is no vision, the people perish: But he that keepeth the law, happy is he.” Another translation says, “Where there is no prophetic vision the people cast off restraint, but blessed is he who keeps the law.” ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 29:18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Gideon - A Warrior Lesson 6 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Feb 8, 2019

God uses a coward to lead a nation of cowards

GOD ENCOUNTERS A WARRIOR A. INTRODUCTION: JUDGES 6:11-23 1. God chooses weak things. Gideon was the youngest son, of the poorest family, of the weakest tribe in Israel. “My family is poor in Manasseh, and I am least in my father’s house” (Judges 6:15). 2. Weak name reflected expectation. The ...read more

Scripture: Judges 6:11-23

Denomination: Baptist

Miracle 4: Feeding The 5,000 Lesson 4 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jul 13, 2023

Jesus the Bread of Life and Feeding of 5,000.

Jesus the Bread of Life John 6:1-14 Feeding the 5,000 A. INTRODUCTION 1. When did this miracle occur? Springtime. “The Passover, a feast for the Jews, was near” (v. 4). 2. Who was involved? Mostly men. “Three times a year all your males shall appear before the Lord your God . . . at the ...read more

Scripture: John 6:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

John 2:1-11 Lesson 2 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Aug 8, 2025

Jesus showed evangelism and education begins with home and family.

1. When did the miracles happen? On the seventh day. Day 1: “The Pharisees question John the Baptist” (1:19-28). Day 2: “The next day John saw Jesus coming” (1:29). Day 3: “The next day John stood with two of his disciples” (1:35). Day 4: “The day following ... Jesus found Philip” (1:43). Day ...read more

Scripture: John 2:11

Denomination: Baptist

Feeding The 5000 Lesson 5 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Aug 8, 2025

What is known about Jesus? He uses that which is available.

A. INTRODUCTION: JOHN 6:1-14 1. When did this miracle occur? Spring time. “The Passover, a feast for the Jews, was near” (v. 4). 2. Who was involved? Mostly men. “Three times a year all your males shall appear before the Lord your God . . . at the feast of the unleavened bread” (Deut. ...read more

Scripture: John 6:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

Celebrating Christmas Through Prophecy Lesson 2 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Aug 14, 2025

Prophecy is God’s birth announcement

A. INTRODUCTION: GOD CAREFULLY PRE-PLANNED THE EVENT 1. Prophecy is God’s birth announcement. Not months in advance, but thousands of years in advance. 2. Fulfilled prophecy is one of the greatest proofs for the spiritual authority of scriptures. 3. The Dead Sea Scrolls are the greatest guarantee ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:15, Isaiah 9:6

Denomination: Baptist