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  • Alison Bucklin avatar

    Vital Signs

    Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Sep 17, 2023
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    Apocalyptic signs are signs of evil, not of the end of the world; they point us to a person, not to a particular time.

    You wouldn’t believe how many internet sites are devoted to Biblical prophecy about the end times. Or maybe you would. Some of them focus on natural disasters, some identify various world leaders as the Antichrist, others see events in Israel and the Middle East as key. One site highlights UFO’s, ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Revelation 6:7-11 Series

    Contributed by Zak Saenz on Aug 22, 2025
     | 512 views

    Revelation 6:7-11

    Revelation 6:7-11 As we look at the next group of verses and the opening of the fourth seal, we start with the last of the four horseman. Though these four horses have all been given differing colors it is the riders of these horses that are bringing God's wrath not the horses, at least in ...read more

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    Denomination: Bible Church

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    The New Testament Church; Its Strengths Series

    Contributed by Charles Salmon on Feb 20, 2003
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     | 4,900 views

    The strength of the Church in its observance of the Apostol’s doctrine, fellowship, breaking of bread, and prayer.

    The New Testament Church; Its Strengths Acts 2:42 INTRO.: The Church at Jerusalem, whose beginning is recorded in Acts 2, is often thought of as a model church because it was the first congregation of the Body of Christ ever established. I believe God intends that church to serve as an example for ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    A Synopsis Of The Da Vinci Code Theology

    Contributed by James Bryant on Oct 20, 2006
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     | 2,579 views

    This message is to shed light on the deceptions of the Da Vinci Code Theology....

    A SYNOPSIS OF THE DA VINCI CODE THEOLOGY According to the Da Vinci Code: 1. Jesus was Married to Mary Magdalene 2. Jesus handpicked Mary Magdalene to lead his church 3. However she had to flee from Peter who was enraged that Christ chose her to lead his followers 4. The Author says that early ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Eyewitness Of Majesty Series

    Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Feb 8, 2010
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     | 4,897 views

    The Gospel writers did not collect hearsay, but put together eyewitness accounts.

    Eyewitness Of Majesty (2 Peter 1:16-18) 1. Christianity is a personable faith. It is based on human eye-witness accounts and records. Christianity is God reaching down to man. Our relationship to God is a personal one, if we really know Jesus Christ. Other religions advocate man taking the ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Being A Willing Servant Series

    Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Jun 17, 2013
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    Philip was a man not seeking his own glory or reward but he’s a servant who responds when God calls. Can the same be said of us? (Acts 8:26-40)

    Being a Willing Servant Acts 8:26-40 Introduction Set the stage: - Stephen has been executed for his faith (one of the first martyrs) - The church has been scattered to the far reaches of the area - Philip, one of the first deacons from Acts 6, is in Samaria ministering -- God is working ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Cowboy Postcard

    Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Jan 30, 2013
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    In the old silent movies you could tell the good guys by their white hats and the villains by their black hats. There are two "good guys" and one "bad guy" in this short postcard. This Bible study examines them and their character.

    The Cowboy Postcard Series: New Testament Postcards Chuck Sligh January 27, 2013 TEXT: Please turn in your Bibles to 3 John INTRODUCTION We have a tendency to look at the past through rose-tinted glasses. Have you ever heard anyone talk about “the good old days”? Well, the good old ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Standing Firm In The Faith: The Story Of Polycarp

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 17, 2025
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    The story of Polycarp reminds us that true faith is tested in the fire of adversity. He could have saved his life by renouncing Christ, but he chose to stand firm because he understood that faithfulness to God is greater than any earthly comfort.

    STANDING FIRM IN THE FAITH: THE STORY OF POLYCARP By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Corinthians 15:58 Supporting Texts: 2 Timothy 4:7-8, Matthew 10:32-33, Revelation 2:10, Hebrews 10:23, Romans 8:35-39 INTRODUCTION: The Christian journey is one of faith, perseverance, and unwavering commitment ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Obey God Rather Than Men

    Contributed by Charles Salmon on Jun 14, 2005
    based on 14 ratings
     | 13,340 views

    It is sometimes difficult to obey God, but it is wise to do so and essential.

    Obey God Rather Than Men Acts 5:29 INTRO.: Indonesian Christians Threatened by Muslim Extremists. (Attached news release) What would we do if given the choice of being silent about our faith or going to prison? I fear many of us would be tempted to cave in to the pressure. We need to obey God ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    When The Church Get Involved

    Contributed by Ralph Coleman on Nov 20, 2006
    based on 7 ratings
     | 10,466 views

    Prayer of the Church

    WHEN THE CHURCH GET INVOLVED Acts 12.5 THE CHURCH — THE CHURCH — THE CHURCH Jesus Declared it (Upon this rock. . . Jesus Purchased it (His death, burial, resurrection Jesus’s Blood sanctified it Somewhere along the line of life. . People have become fascinated, infatuated, captivated by what is ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Howard Strickland avatar

    Happy Valentine's- Getting Through Tuff Times

    Contributed by Howard Strickland on Feb 12, 2012
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     | 4,336 views

    Here’s the ultimate question, “Is praise appropriate in the hard times? In the dark moments? In sorrow? During indifferences? In the middle of temptation with sin approaching? Billy Sunday once said, “Try praising your wife, even if it does frighten her

    Happy Valentine's- Getting Through Tuff Times Habakkuk 3:17-19NKJ  Habakkak is physically exhausted and overwhelmed by the thoughts of a Chaldean invasion of his people. However the prophet knew that if everything that was normal and predictable collapsed, Habakkuk decided he would still ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    How Much Does It Cost To Be A Christian?

    Contributed by Gordon Weatherby on May 7, 2013
     | 8,486 views

    Being a Christian is not a casual experience. Daily, we need to renounce our old life, dedicate ourselves anew to serve Jesus Christ, and live in such a way as to imitate the life of Jesus in ourselves.

    HOW MUCH DOES IT COST TO BE A CHRISTIAN? (Remake of Feb. 10, 1991 Sermon at Lord’s Cove for Dorn Ridge April 29, 2012) Mark 8:34-38 INTRODUCTION: 1.) A common question asked today is “How much does it cost?” A.) More than ever, there is a price consciousness. aa.) There is a popularity of ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Gerald Roberts avatar

    "Can Not Cover Up The Resurrection"

    Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Apr 9, 2015
     | 2,982 views

    They tried to cover the rising of Christ but you can't.

    Cannot cover up the Resurrection they tried but it didn’t work! Matthew 28:62-66 1. They were told to make the tomb secure • 62The next day, the one after Preparation Day, the chief priests and the Pharisees went to Pilate. • 63"Sir," they said, "we remember that while he was ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Christopher Holdsworth avatar

    Now Faith

    Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Dec 27, 2019
    based on 3 ratings
     | 6,694 views

    Definition of faith. Abel, Enoch and Noah.

    NOW FAITH. Hebrews 11:1-7. The night when I first came to faith in our Lord Jesus Christ, in the secret of my own room, I had been querying in prayer about the meaning of prayer, and about the meaning of faith. My Gideons Bible had a very helpful key by which I was directed on the first ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Tribulation Lesson 3 Series

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jul 13, 2023
     | 1,169 views

    Tribulation - "A day of wrath, trouble, distress."

    A. CHARACTER OF THE TRIBULATION 1. A day of wrath, trouble, distress, etc. Zeph. 1:15. 2. A day of judgment – Rev. 14:7, 15:4. 3. A day of darkness – Amos 5:18-20. 4. A day of unparalleled suffering – Rev. 6:15-17, Matt. 24:21-22. B. THE SEQUENCE OF THE TRIBULATION 1. Opening: a. Removal of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist