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  • Elmer Towns avatar

    Introduction Lesson 05 Series

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Nov 6, 2024
     | 310 views

    Arrange your life to be worthy to the Lord.

    A. INTRODUCTION, v. 1 “I, therefore, the prisoner of the Lord, beseech you to walk worthy of the calling with which you were called” (Ephesians 4:1, NKJV). 1. PRISONER, (v. 1). Not seeking sympathy, but accepts circumstances. 2. WALK WORTHY. a. Arrange your life to be worthy to the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Dealing With Dificult People Part 1 Series

    Contributed by Rodney Fry on Aug 8, 2004
    based on 15 ratings
     | 2,710 views

    Dealing with Difficult people use scriptureFrom the time we were babies, we all have found ways in which to "get our way". Some are legitimate means of obtaining your objectives ... others are means whereby we manipulate people. These means of manipulatio

    PAGE 1 DEALING WITH DIFICULT PEOPLE PART 1 From the time we were babies, we all have found ways in which to "get our way". Some are legitimate means of obtaining your objectives ... others are means whereby we manipulate people. These means of manipulation are usually an irritant to those who ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Sermon On The Mount Lesson 33

    Contributed by Bill Prater on Jan 8, 2001
    based on 88 ratings
     | 4,952 views

    Lesson 33

    It’s sad to say, but many in our society today have bought into the notion that truth is relative. In other words, truth depends on how you define it. What is true for one individual may not necessarily be true for another. What is true today may not necessarily be true tomorrow. Consequently, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    What Am I Suppose To Do With My Life?

    Contributed by Kenneth Anthony on Jul 23, 2006
    based on 8 ratings
     | 2,735 views

    Modern trend is that people are postponing major decisions in life. People have little direction. True calling is to serve God with spiritual gifts.

    What Am I Suppose To Do With My Life? People today don’t know what they want to do with their lives. Despite all of our wealth, education, and opportunity people are constantly searching for happiness and fulfillment. Their journey never seems to end because they are reluctant to grow up and ...read more

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    Denomination: Orthodox

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    Putting Our Faith On Display

    Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Sep 10, 2017
    based on 4 ratings
     | 11,056 views

    The early church faced great adversity, but also enjoyed a tremendous opportunity to share the Gospel. We too must seek out opportunities to be an effective witness, putting our faith on display.

    Putting our Faith on Display 1 Peter 3: 8-11 As we continue our series in 1 Peter, we need to be reminded of the volatile environment in which the believers existed. Sever persecution had forced many of them from their homes in and around Jerusalem. They were scattered throughout various regions ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Great Church

    Contributed by Richard Cook on Aug 10, 2009
    based on 10 ratings
     | 7,908 views

    This sermon should encourage our listeners to become a great church for the kingdom of God, admonishing them to be devoted or dedicated to the Lord’s service.

    A Great Church Story: There was a college professor who challenged his class with this question. "Did God make everything there is?" One student bravely answered, "Yes!" "Everything, young man?" "Yes, he ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Diversity Of Spiritual Gifts In Contributing Toward Unity Series

    Contributed by John Lowe on Jul 13, 2018
    based on 1 rating
     | 8,723 views

    We must make a distinction between “spiritual gifts” and natural abilities. When you were born into this world God gave you certain natural abilities, perhaps in mechanics, art, athletics, or music. In this regard, all men are not created equal . . .

    Commentary on the Book of Ephesians By: Tom Lowe Date: 8/13/17 Lesson 17: The Diversity of Spiritual Gifts in Contributing Toward Unity (Ephesians 4:7-16) Ephesians 4:7-16 (KJV) 7 But unto every one of us is given grace according to the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Gifts Of The Holy Spirit

    Contributed by Tom Fuller on Jul 31, 2003
    based on 41 ratings
     | 5,963 views

    The gifts of the Spirit have split churches and keep Christians apart – and they bewilder non-Christians – so that the church becomes a circus than a place to get saved. But there are good reasons for the gifts if used properly.

    For an audio copy of this message go to: www.LivinWatersWeb.com With all the controversy over spiritual gifts – why have them at all? The gifts of the Spirit have split churches and keep Christians apart – and they bewilder non-Christians – so that the church becomes a circus than a place to get ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

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    Spiritual Gifts

    Contributed by Ed Taylor on May 22, 2002
    based on 206 ratings
     | 23,150 views

    Jesus in His great love for us, has given us the spiritul gifts necessary to serve Him wholeheartedly.

    1. There continues to be a lot of confusion and misunderstanding surrounding the wonderful spiritual gifts of God. a. Yes… there’s been serious abuse and misuse b. And yes… that’s made people ignore and avoid them… c. There’s are tons misinterpretations & misrepresentations. BUT NONE of that ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Gifts And Growth

    Contributed by Roger Hasselquist on May 21, 2023
     | 1,268 views

    In these verses we learn that our Lord Jesus Christ has given spiritual gifts to each believer. And that there is a purpose for the gifts. Too often many believers do not use the spiritual gifts that have been given to them. Surely our Lord does not want us to waste them.

    Alba 5-21-2023 GIFTS AND GROWTH Ephesians 4:7-16 Last Sunday was Mother's Day and my wife, Janine, was given several gifts. One of the gifts was a pre-paid card for a restaurant where we sometimes go. Guess what, we went there this past week and she intended to share, but when I paid, I ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Sticks And Stones Series

    Contributed by Pat Damiani on Jan 3, 2008
    based on 10 ratings
     | 8,256 views

    39th in a series from Ephesians. Our words can either tear down or build up.

    In February of 2007, a 31 year old female posted this question on Answerbag.com: "Sticks and stones my break my bones, but words will never harm me." Is this true? Why or why not? There were some very heartfelt answers to that question, but one in particular caught my attention. An anonymous ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Byron Sherman avatar

    Properly Approaching (American)privilege-5 Series

    Contributed by Byron Sherman on Aug 17, 2017
     | 3,051 views

    5 of 8. Thru this parable, Jesus highlighted/clarified a proper approach to an God-ordained privilege. How should America approach her God-ordained privilege? Approach your (American)privilege with...

    PROPERLY APPROACHING PRIVILEGE-V —Matthew 21:33-46 OR: A CHRISTIAN APPROACH To AMERICAN PRIVILEGE Attention: Your Deacon Chairman—Jack—He, above all other people I can think of, is absolutely adamant about FBCC offering three services a week! He will be at every single one of those services if at ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Byron Sherman avatar

    Our Peculiar Obligation-2

    Contributed by Byron Sherman on Nov 29, 2011
     | 2,049 views

    2 of 2. The author exhorted his audience to join him in living out/confirming the obligations peculiar to their faith. What obligations are peculiar to the Christian? An obligation peculiar to the Christian is...

    OUR PECULIAR OBLIGATION-II—Hebrews 10:19-25 Attention: Forklift Economy: After being laid off from three jobs in the past year, Don was hired to work in a warehouse. Unfortunately, one day he lost control of the forklift & drove it off the loading dock. Surveying the damage, the owner ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Consequences Of Gossip

    Contributed by James Dina on Aug 25, 2020
    based on 1 rating
     | 21,759 views

    Gossip murders a person’s happiness. It is the thief of joy, and it disregards everything that God stands for. It is like a cancer, spreading like wildfire through gossipers.

    CONSEQUENCES OF GOSSIP “Besides, they get into the habit of being idle and going about from house to house. And not only do they become idlers, but also gossips and busybodies, saying things they ought not to”. (1 Timothy 5:13) God ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Byron Sherman avatar

    The Love Of God-2

    Contributed by Byron Sherman on Feb 23, 2021
     | 1,436 views

    2 of 5. Paul highlighted the necessity of self-giving love to the proper outworking of Christian living. Self-giving love is essential to true Christianity, but How or in What ways is it essential? As A Christian, the Love of God must Humble my...

    The LOVE Of GOD-II—1Corinthians 13:1-13 Attention: Perfect Spouse: A young lady visited a computer dating service & requested, "I'm looking for a spouse. Can you please help me to find a suitable one?" The matchmaker said, "What exactly are you looking for?" "Well, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist