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  • Ervin Kimrey avatar

    Destructive Critics

    Contributed by Ervin Kimrey on Jan 18, 2010
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     | 5,003 views

    Recognize that when you step out on faith, follow God, and try to make a difference, you will be criticized. Expect it and deal with it through prayer, keeping the proper perspective, and being persistent.

    DISTRUCTIVE CRITICS Nehemiah 4:1-23 Introduction: In a Charlie Brown comic, Linus is seated with a troubled look on his face, his security blanket over his shoulder, his thumb in his mouth. Turning to Lucy, he asks, “Why are you always so anxious to criticize me?” Her response: “I just think I ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Brand Of The Cross Series

    Contributed by A. B. Simpson on Oct 8, 2009
    based on 8 ratings
     | 8,705 views

    It is the cross of Christ which is the object at once of His shame and His glory. This classic sermon by A. B. Simpson looks first at the marks of the Lord Jesus, and then at their reproduction in His followers.

    "From henceforth let no man trouble me: for I bear in my body the marks of the Lord Jesus" (Gal. 6:17). The word marks in this text is translated by Rotherham, "brand marks." The world describes a mark that has been branded into the flesh, and suggests the idea of the cruel practice of certain ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    Old Truth In A New Age

    Contributed by Dale Pilgrim on Feb 23, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,416 views

    When I read John 14:6, I face a dilemma...with the challenge of following Jesus as Truth at a time when the concept of universal truth is in question.” (Chan, 2007)

    When I read John 14:6, I face a dilemma. I believe the truth, that is not the challenge. Dr. Mark Chan, scholar, theologian, author and professor at University of Nottingham, captures the problem for me. He wrote, “Our concern is with the challenge of following Jesus as Truth at a time when the ...read more

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    Denomination: Salvation Army

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    Dealing With Discouragement

    Contributed by Clarence Clough on Mar 10, 2009
     | 4,442 views

    Verse 12 of our text directs us to be followers of them who through faith and patience inherited the promises (them = those listed in Scripture in general and in the book of Hebrews in particular).

    DEALING WITH DISCOURAGEMENT Text: Heb. 6:9-20 Introduction: Discouragement--you know what the word means. We, each one of us, have had our battles with dicouragement. The Lord directs us to cast our cares on Him because He ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Baptism Series

    Contributed by Travis Jarrett on Jun 23, 2009
     | 5,795 views

    Part 2 of 4 in the teaching series "SENT" which explores Jesus’ commission to his disciples. This message gives an overview of baptism and it’s role in the life of a follower of Jesus.

    :: Understanding Baptism God’s Command: “Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything that I have commanded you” [Matthew 28:18-20] God’s Promise: “The one who believes and is ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    A Living Memorial

    Contributed by Daniel Austin on Feb 6, 2010
    based on 7 ratings
     | 8,064 views

    What will our personal living memorial bring to remembrance? Be sure your life is a memorial that won’t leave any doubt in minds of anyone where to follow you in eternity!

    A Living Memorial 5/2719/07 AM Text: Selected texts Introduction Tomorrow is Memorial Day, originally called Decoration Day, it is a day of remembrance for those who have died in our nation’s service. There are many stories as to its actual beginnings, with over two dozen cities and towns laying ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Finding Grace Or Falling Short Series

    Contributed by David Welch on Jun 30, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,299 views

    This message followed as part of a series on Hebrews 12. It deals with one of three serious blockages to spiritual growth and health. What does it mean to fall short of God’s grace?

    “Finding Grace or Falling Short” Just as God instructs every follower of Christ to passionately and continually promote and pursue healing, peace and purity, we are also commanded to continually address three specific peace and purity busters in the Christian community; three things that hinder ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

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    Reaching The Hispanic Community Of Pasadena For Jesus!

    Contributed by Tony Vila on Jul 23, 2008
     | 2,569 views

    In order to grow in our relationship with Jesus, we need to tell others about Him. Follow the FOUR B’s to Sharing your Faith with others and inviting them to Church!

    Pass out 25 flyers to each person – make a commitment weekly Bring one Hispanic friend with you to church next Saturday!!!! SERMON TITLE : Reaching the Hispanic Community of Pasadena For Jesus! Main Text: John 1:35-42 35The next day John again was standing with two of his disciples, 36and ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Repentance That Resulted In Judah's Revival

    Contributed by Donnie Martin on Jan 12, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 10,851 views

    Revival always begins with recognizing one’s neediness. Repentance of sin must then follow, along with resolute commitment to God and His righteousness. Such was the case during the reign of King Asa.

    Repentance That Resulted In Judah’s Revival Text: 2 Chron.15: 1, 2, 8-15 Intro: In the text under consideration today, we have the wonderful story of man named Asa, who was the king of Judah. Though Asa loved God, he found himself the leader of a nation that was spiritually perverse, and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Pride And Service Series

    Contributed by D Marion Clark on Sep 16, 2012
     | 5,358 views

    Here is what Paul wants the Corinthians to understand and what the Holy Spirit would have us understand. What matters is to follow Jesus Christ wherever that may lead us.

    Introduction It has been three weeks since we have been in 1 Corinthians. You will recall that Paul has been admonishing the Corinth saints for division in the church and for their being enamored with worldly wisdom. The underlying issue, we noted, was the tension between the church and Paul, ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Tom Fuller avatar

    Billboards And Contract Law Series

    Contributed by Tom Fuller on Oct 17, 2011
     | 3,849 views

    If we're not supposed to follow the law to please God, then what is its purpose? Do we ignore it altogether? Paul wants the Galatians to understand the two main purposes of the law.

    Driving down the freeway there are two types of signs we encounter: billboards and direction signs. Direction signs tell us of upcoming exits and towns. Billboards advertise products and services to us. It’s important that billboards use a graphic that grabs the attention and no more than ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

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    The Great Revelation And Announcement Series

    Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Apr 24, 2012
     | 7,620 views

    Revelation means to uncover or unveil. It means to pull back a covering or a veil that is hiding something. This is what the Book of Revelation is. It is the great revelation of Jesus Christ to us, His followers.

    We begin by looking at some basic facts about the Book of Revelation. Revelation means to uncover or unveil. It means to pull back a covering or a veil that is hiding something. This is what the Book of Revelation is. It is the great revelation of Jesus Christ to us, His followers. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Controlling Habits And The Habit Of Controlling

    Contributed by Craig Benner on May 23, 2012
    based on 1 rating
     | 9,534 views

    Get victory over those bad habits. God has the remedy. Follow the practical guidelines of His Word and die out to the flesh. In Him we are more than overcomers.

    Controling Habits and the Habit of Controling Ga. 5:1,2 1 ¶ Stand fast therefore in the liberty wherewith Christ hath made us free, and be not entangled again with the yoke of bondage. (KJV) 1 Estad, pues, firmes en la libertad con que Cristo nos hizo libres; y no os sujetéis de nuevo al yugo de ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Gift Of The Evangelist Series

    Contributed by Nigel Heath on Jul 3, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,072 views

    In terms of realized eschatology the kingdom has come, the kingdom is coming and the kingdom will co. Ezekiel's vision of the temple is a picture like that of the outpouring of the Holy Spirit on the day of Pentecost and the results that followed.

    12.6.11 THE GIFT OF THE EVANGELIST INTRO Today is Pentecost Sunday -- the day in our Church calendar when we remember not so much the Jewish feast, but what took place on that most memorable of all Jewish Pentecost feasts -- the outpouring of the Holy Spirit. POINT Some of us may associate the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dennis Davidson avatar

    Unwavering Faith Series

    Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Jul 10, 2011
    based on 14 ratings
     | 22,762 views

    Abraham believed and followed God's promises and God credited him with righteousness. Because of Jesus' death and resurrection, we, like Abraham, can be accounted as righteous through faith also.

    ROMANS 4: 19-25 UNWAVERING FAITH Salvation is not something earned. It is a free gift. It is not something deserved, it is from God's grace to all who will actively take God at His Word. In this passage there is another example which illustrates Abraham's justification by faith. God gave ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist