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  • Dennis King avatar

    Son Of God

    Contributed by Dennis King on Mar 15, 2022
     | 1,702 views

    It is very perplexing to see "Son of God" is often capitalized differently among the 54 editions of the Bibles found at Biblegateway.com

    Son Of God In studying the Bible for “the Son of God” is very important to pay close attention to the capitalization of the words “God,” “god(s),” “Son,” and “son(s).” Possibly even more perplexing is that the same verse or verses, among the more than fifty different versions or editions of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Not Quite A Christian Series

    Contributed by Brian Bill on Mar 21, 2022
    based on 2 ratings
     | 6,177 views

    The Savior saved us so we will speak about Him to those He sends us to.

    How many of you remember the sermon from last weekend? Me either. Howard Hendricks used to say we have the potential of remembering 10% of what we hear, and that’s just the potential. Another pastor believes we forget 95% of a sermon after 72 hours. For us to remember, we need to hear things ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Somebody, Show Me The Blood

    Contributed by Dr. Jerry Hulse on Jun 29, 2022
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     | 2,519 views

    Christianity and Islam are two of the largest religions in the world with about 1.8 billion and 1.1 billion members respectively. Please read this sermon with an open mind to discover if a relationship with God is possible and learn the one unique trait that places Christianity above all others!

    SCRIPTURAL REFERENCES (Colossians 1:13-14) (13) "Who hath delivered us from the power of darkness, and hath translated us into the kingdom of his dear Son:" (14) "In whom we have redemption through his blood, ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Teamwork Series

    Contributed by Jefferson Williams on Aug 22, 2022
     | 4,080 views

    Paul lists ten ministry partners at the end of his letter and we can learn from each one how to be All In for the Gospel Mission

    Above All: Colossians 4:7-18 Pastor Jefferson M. Williams Chenoa Baptist Church 08-21-2022 Dream Teams I asked a question on Facebook this week, “what have been some of the greatest teams of all time?” Here are some of the answers: The 1992 Dream Team The 1927 Yankees The 2016 Cubs The ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A City On A Hill Series

    Contributed by Steve Malone on Sep 14, 2022
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,580 views

    In Matthew 5:13-16, Jesus uses 2 metaphors to underscore the influence and the impact that those who live in His Kingdom will have on the world around them.

    A City On A Hill Matthew 5:13-16 OKAY – so we are in this message series, a chapter by chapter, verse by verse… in depth study, of the Gospel of Matthew. TODAY – is week 16. NOW – some may wonder, why we are spending so much time on just this one Gospel. WELL – the answer is pretty simple. YOU ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Stick And Stones Series

    Contributed by Jefferson Williams on Oct 28, 2024
     | 632 views

    Our words are one of the ways that we show our faith and love for God.

    James: Practical Faith  James 3:1-12 Pastor Jefferson M. Williams Chenoa Baptist Church  10-20–2024 Turtle When I was in junior high, I made the basketball team. The coach, who was known for verbally berating players, quickly gave me the nickname “turtle.” (I had not developed the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Jacob's Surrender - Wrestling For The Blessing. Genesis 32

    Contributed by William Akehurst on Aug 26, 2024
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    Jacob’s Surrender. A strong man’s journey of deceit and lies, that must be wrestled and broken to receive the promised blessing complete with a new name.

    2024.08.25.Sermon Notes. Genesis 32. Jacob’s Surrender. Wrestling for the Blessing. William Akehurst, HSWC BIG IDEA: Jacob’s Surrender. A strong man’s journey of deceit and lies, that must be wrestled and broken to receive the promised blessing complete with a new name. Scriptures: Genesis ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Finding Refuge Series

    Contributed by Brian Bill on Jul 7, 2025
     | 431 views

    When we run to God for refuge, we will find confidence and contentment now and forevermore.

    Finding Refuge Psalm 16 Rev. Brian Bill July 5-6, 2025 I delight when biblical references are made in culture, as long as they’re quoted correctly and reverently. This is especially evident during the Christmas season when gospel-centric Christmas carols saturate the shopping experience. Here ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Unnderstanding Who You Are Part #2 You Identity In God

    Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Jul 11, 2025
     | 82 views

    When your lineage has been erased and rewritten, rehappened, reformed, and restructured in such a way that you don’t know who you are and when you don’t understand who you then you will try to assimilate to what others think you ought to believe you to do.

    Understanding Who You Are Your Identity in God By Bishop Melvin Maughmer, Jr. Part 2 Prayer: - Last week I laid the foundation of this lesson establishing the fact that Black People, especially the so-called Arican Americans have very little to no understanding or a total misunderstanding of who ...read more

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    Denomination: Apostolic

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    Making The Most Of Opportunities Series

    Contributed by Brian Bill on Feb 10, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,484 views

    Since the gospel changes everything, it must change everything about us.

    Making the Most of Opportunities Philippians 1:12-18 Rev. Brian Bill January 25-26, 2025 I appreciated John Stonestreet’s recent Breakpoint Commentary called, “Everybody Was Talking About Jesus Monday Night, Even Scott Van Pelt.” Here’s an excerpt. Outspoken faith has been part of the story ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Austin W. Duncan avatar

    The Climb To The Top Series

    Contributed by Austin W. Duncan on Aug 2, 2022
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,784 views

    God doesn't want our successes. He wants us. Your significance, your value has already been proven and paid for, free of charge.

    Today wraps up this series on idolatry. Over the last 4 weeks we've talked about exposing the golden calf in our lives, looking at surface idols and root idols. Then we talked about a couple of specific areas of idolatry that commonly affect us, family and money. As this series comes to a ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    I Am The Bread Of Life Series

    Contributed by Brad Bailey on Mar 8, 2024
     | 1,969 views

    I am the Bread of Life Series: Divine Declarations Brad Bailey – March 3, 2024

    I am the Bread of Life Series: Divine Declarations Brad Bailey – March 3, 2024 Note: The following notes were to long to share completely, so were moved through in slightly abbreviated fashion but still provide a what could serve teaching through the text. Intro In just 4 weekends from now… we ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Living The New Life Series

    Contributed by Brian Bill on Mar 18, 2024
    based on 2 ratings
     | 4,249 views

    A new life in Christ must lead to a new lifestyle.

    Living the New Life Ephesians 4:25-32 Rev. Brian Bill March 16-17, 2024 A man went to see his doctor in a state of high anxiety. “Doctor,” he said, “you have to help me. I’m dying. Everywhere I touch it hurts. I touch my head and it hurts. I touch my leg and it hurts. I touch my stomach and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Brian Bill avatar

    Light And Darkness

    Contributed by Brian Bill on Mar 25, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,851 views

    As followers of Christ, we must love like Christ, so we light up the world.

    Light and Darkness Ephesians 5:1-14 Rev. Brian Bill March 23-24, 2024 According to a new book by Sarah McCammon called The Exvangelicals, younger generations of evangelicals are drifting away from the church and pushing it into a major identity crisis. She herself has turned her back on the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Richard Tow avatar

    Legalism Exposed Series

    Contributed by Richard Tow on May 6, 2024
     | 713 views

    This exposition of Romans 4:13-16 addresses the problem of trying to attain righteousness through good works. The law was given to expose our sinfulness and lead us to Christ for salvation. The deception of legalism is a problem that must be addressed.

    Intro Our text today is Romans 4:13-16: “It was not through the law that Abraham and his offspring received the promise that he would be heir of the world, but through the righteousness that comes by faith. 14 For if those who depend on the law are heirs, faith means nothing and the promise is ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic