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  • Rick Crandall avatar

    The Trials Of Jesus Christ Series

    Contributed by Rick Crandall on Jun 2, 2020
     | 5,646 views

    The trials of Jesus Christ show us: 1. The evil results of rejecting Jesus. 2. The excellent reasons for receiving Jesus. 3. The essential revelation we have in Jesus.

    The Trials of Jesus Christ The Gospel of John John 18:12-24, John 18:28-40 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - May 16, 2018 (Revised June 2, 2020) BACKGROUND: *Please open your Bibles to John 18. Here Jesus allowed Himself to be arrested by an army of probably over a thousand men. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Be Prepared To Meet God Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 1, 2025
     | 773 views

    Preparation to meet God is the foundation of Christian living. The return of Christ is imminent, and it is essential that we keep our lamps burning, remain faithful, and stay vigilant in prayer and holiness.

    BE PREPARED TO MEET GOD By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Amos 4:12 Supporting Texts: 1 Thessalonians 4:16-17, Matthew 24:44, Revelation 22:12 INTRODUCTION: The message of preparation is a call to vigilance and readiness to meet the Lord. In Amos 4:12, God’s warning to Israel highlights His ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Unity Of The Body Series

    Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Jan 19, 2022
     | 2,624 views

    A wise Christian leader once said, "In essentials, unity; in differences, liberty; in all things, charity [love]." For any church to succeed there must be unity.

    Unity In the Body Text: Eph. 4:1-6 Introduction 1. Illustration: There can be union without unity: tie two cats together by their tails and throw them over a clothesline. There you will have union, but certainly not unity! 2. A wise Christian leader once said, "In essentials, unity; in ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Prophetic Lessons From The Tabernacle - Part 1 - Brazen Alter - Laver - Veils - Holy Place - Table Of Shewbread Series

    Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Mar 17, 2023
    based on 4 ratings
     | 2,072 views

    The Tabernacle occupies a prominent place in the Bible. It is essential to learn the meaning of its structure to understand the books of Hebrews and Revelation to help teach spiritual truth and explain the ways of God.

    The Tabernacle is 'mishkan' in Hebrew and means 'dwelling-place' where God chose His Shekinah Glory to dwell. The word 'Shekinah' comes from the Hebrew word 'shakan,' which means to reside or permanently stay. The Tabernacle was a portable tent/sanctuary in the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Prophetic Lessons From The Tabernacle - Part 2 - Most Holy Place - Golden Lampstand - Altar Of Incense - Holy Of Holies And Ark Of The Covenant Series

    Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Mar 17, 2023
    based on 4 ratings
     | 1,629 views

    The Tabernacle occupies a prominent place in the Bible. It is essential to learn the meaning of its structure to understand the books of Hebrews and Revelation to help teach spiritual truth and explain the ways of God.

    The Golden Lampstand The Golden Lampstand is also known as the Menorah. It had a central shaft, three branches with lamps rising up and out from the two sides, and was shaped like the Tree of Life in the Garden of Eden (Exodus 25:32). It was placed at the south side of the Holy Place so that it ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Olivet Discourse-Rapture Ready - Be Ready For Christ's Return. Parable Of The 10 Virgins_matthew 25.1-13 Series

    Contributed by William Akehurst on Sep 27, 2025
     | 43 views

    Be ready for CHRIST’s return. Spiritual preparedness is personal, non-transferable, and essential for entering GOD’s kingdom - each one must be ready for the LORD’s return.

    2025.09.28. Sermon Notes. Be Ready for Christ’s Return - Matthew 25.1-13 William Akehurst, HSWC Scriptures: Matthew 25:1-13, Matthew 7:21-23, Luke 12:35, Revelation 19:7, John 3:29, Revelation 19:7-9, 2 Peter 3:9-10, Matthew 24:36, Romans 8:9, Ephesians 1:13-14, Zechariah 4:1-6, 2 Peter 3:3-4, 1 ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Staying Spiritually Alert Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 21, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 476 views

    In this end-time season, spiritual alertness is no longer optional—it is essential. The world is full of distractions, temptations, and unseen spiritual battles that require believers to be vigilant at all times.

    STAYING SPIRITUALLY ALERT By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Peter 5:8-9 Supporting Texts: Matthew 26:40-41, Romans 13:11-14, 1 Thessalonians 5:6-8, Ephesians 6:10-18, Revelation 3:2-3 INTRODUCTION: In this end-time season, spiritual alertness is no longer optional—it is essential. The world ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Increase Our Faith Premium Sermon

    Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 9, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,161 views

    This sermon explores the concept of faith as essential to believers, the power of even a small amount of faith, and the plea to Jesus to increase our faith, as illustrated in Luke 17:5-10.

    How many here today have ever asked God for more faith? Maybe you were in a really difficult situation and you were praying for something big. Something miraculous. And in the moment of that tension, you spoke the words, “Increase my faith!” If that sounds like something you’ve done before, believe ...read more

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    Them Dry Bones

    Contributed by Pastor/Author: Terry Sisney on Aug 2, 2002
    based on 87 ratings
     | 26,264 views

    It doesn’t matter what denomination you are: Dry is Dry, let’s quit arguing over non-essentials and get to the heart of the matter (we need revival).

    *Hand of the Lord upon me: This means taught, led, guided, protected, empowered, (it is a wonderful thing to know Gods hand is on your life. *Carried out in the Spirit: If we are going to see the glory of God revealed we are going to have to get out of the flesh realm over into the spirit ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Return To God Series

    Contributed by W F on Sep 20, 2004
    based on 17 ratings
     | 9,303 views

    Malachi takes God’s people for a spiritual checkup, an inventory that is essential if we want to kick-start our faith (Part 3 "How To Kick-start Your Faith").

    How to kick-start your faith - Part 3 Return to God (3:6-12). INTRODUCTION You may recall that we are talking about how to kick-start our faith. Someone once said, “It’s not enough for us to have been confirmed or to have made a decision for Christ at an altar. We cannot walk successfully in the ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    The Walk Of Trust Series

    Contributed by Larry Thompson on Jul 4, 2003
    based on 104 ratings
     | 10,132 views

    Trust is a key principle in learning obedience as a steward of God’s resources. This message examines the essential element of our walk of trust in God’s ability to meet our needs.

    THE FORWARD WALK – PART FIVE THE WALK OF TRUST PROVERBS 3:5-10; MALACHI 3:10 Dr. Larry L. Thompson (2003) INTRODUCTION This month we are focusing our attention on the purpose of our church: A Church that understands the importance of THE FORWARD WALK. The forward walk is essential if we are to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • David Cambridge avatar

    How To Study The Bible (2)

    Contributed by David Cambridge on Jan 28, 2002
    based on 57 ratings
     | 4,972 views

    Many people are not studying the Bible because they don’t know how! This outline offers some guidelines. This is essentially the same as How To Study The Bile but goes into a little more depth.

    How To Study The Bible Guidelines Introduction "Study to shew thyself approved unto God, a workman that needeth not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth." (2 Timothy 2:15) There are many who do not study God’s word because they don’t know how. This lesson offers a few brief ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Empty Tomb Assurance

    Contributed by Jim Drake on Apr 7, 2007
    based on 15 ratings
     | 8,563 views

    Jesus resurrection on that first Easter morning is the essential basis of our beliefs. Because Jesus is alive, we can have the assurance that He is able to keep His promises to us.

    1. Easter morning assures us that resurrection is possible—Fact of Jesus’ resurrection provides confidence in future resurrection (20) 2. Easter morning assures us that resurrection is necessary—Sin came in through one man—victory over sin comes through one Man (21-22) 3. Easter morning assures us ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Carl Greene avatar

    Three Simple Rules, (Part Six) "Staying In Love With God" Part 1

    Contributed by Carl Greene on Jul 28, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,078 views

    Based upon the book "Three Simple Rules" "A Wesley Way of Living" by Rueben P. Job. This is the Sixth in the "Three Simple Rules" series. This is the most essential of the three rules.

    “Stay in Love With God” Part 1 “Do Good”… conclusion. This week, we conclude our lesson about “doing good” and begin exploring what it means to “Stay in Love with God.” We’ve spent quite a bit of time investigating what it means to do no harm and to do good. I believe we can all say the ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Oh Glorious Day - Part 2 Series

    Contributed by Don Emmitte on Apr 21, 2014
     | 5,145 views

    The second part of the lyrics in "Oh Glorious Day" is "Dying He Saved Me." The crucifixion and death of Jesus is an essential element in the redemption of mankind. Here He made our atonement.

    Dying He Saved Me Romans 5:1-11 Sermon by Don Emmitte, Grace Restoration Ministries Today we come to our second in a series titled Oh, Glorious Day! Each of these messages is built around the theology ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist