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  • Richard Tow avatar

    Will Christians Go Through The Tribulation Period? (V) Series

    Contributed by Richard Tow on Feb 3, 2021
     | 3,053 views

    Message examines weaknesses in the Pre-tribulation Rapture position. Previous message examined the strengths of that position. This series does not advocate for pre, mid, or post. Instead the series is an open pursuit of an answer to the question: Will Christians go through the Tribulation Period.

    Introduction Today we will resume our study of end times. We have been seeking the answer to one question: Will Christians go through the tribulation period? We have had four session on this subject. The first session focused on hermeneutics, the method we would use to interpret Scripture. In ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    Christ's Credentials Series

    Contributed by A. Todd Coget on Jan 23, 2002
    based on 24 ratings
     | 5,787 views

    This sermon explains why Chirst is uniquely qualified to be the Son of God and how we should be leading people to Christ the way Peter did on the Day of Pentecost.

    Christ’s Credentials Acts 2:22-39 January 27, 2002 Intro: A. [Resume Stoppers, Citation: Dave Wilkinson, Leadership, Vol. 12, no. 1.] In Leadership magazine, Dave Wilkinson write the following to pastors… Have you ever wondered why your pastoral resume doesn’t evoke more enthusiasm? Do you ever ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Profitable Faith

    Contributed by Byron Sherman on Nov 30, 2010
     | 3,421 views

    James divided/isolated/separated salvific faith from conceptual faith on the basis of works. But What distinguishes the two? Faith that profits enables...

    PROFITABLE FAITH—James 2:14-26 Attention: Pre- TV ‘Horders’ era—The house on Old Kibbee Rd./packed to the ceiling with boxes—year after year same situation. Hoarders—So many things which are “profitable” to them that they miss the goodness of life & ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A New Beginning-2

    Contributed by Byron Sherman on Jan 10, 2011
    based on 2 ratings
     | 3,459 views

    2 of 2. Jesus’ encounter with Nicodemus yielded the essentials of being born again. Being born again is essential to God’s plan. What is essential to a new beginning? The concessions essential to a new beginning are a Fulfilled...

    A NEW BEGINNING-II—John 3:1-21 Attention: Little Jimmy was so happy to see his grandmother that he ran up and gave her a big hug. "I'm so happy to see you, grandma. Now daddy will have to do that trick he's been promising to do!" His grandmother was curious. "What trick is that, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A New Phase Of Life

    Contributed by Byron Sherman on Jun 15, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,255 views

    Joshua recognized a major benchmark in Israel’s progress toward inheriting the Promised Land. Our graduates are entering a new phase of life acknowledging their past accomplishments & thereby initiating their significant work yet to be accomplished.

    A NEW PHASE Of LIFE—Joshua 24:14-28 Attention: Graduates of High School & Community College Need: If you work without serving God, then you’ve chosen your god & your god is you! Joshua recognized a major benchmark in Israel’s progress toward inheriting the Promised Land. Our ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Manifestations Of Acceptance

    Contributed by Byron Sherman on Apr 26, 2012
     | 4,671 views

    The manifestations of acceptance are recorded in the Flood’s aftermath. Manifestations of acceptance naturally flow from salvation. Acceptance of salvation is manifested in...

    MANIFESTATIONS Of ACCEPTANCE—Genesis 8:18-22 Attention: Marriage—Two unique individuals of two complementary genders Manifest Acceptance of one another so that they become one flesh. They initialize a relationship which throughout their lifetime together continually Manifests ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Will Christians Go Through The Tribulation Period? (Xi) Series

    Contributed by Richard Tow on Mar 22, 2021
     | 4,806 views

    Message explores the readiness for Christ's coming called for in the Olivet Discourse. Three parables give insight on specific aspects of being prepared. The Judgment of the Sheep and Goats is also examined closely.

    Biblical Readiness for the Rapture: Intro In this message we continue to learn from the Olivet Discourse lesson about the coming of the Lord and how we are to respond to it. Last week we concluded with the point of Jesus’s message in Matthew 24: maintaining an ongoing readiness for his return. ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    When The Deliverer Comes Series

    Contributed by John Hamby on Jun 9, 2002
    based on 135 ratings
     | 27,724 views

    The demon possessed man is a reminder of the dilemma that is faced by every human that has not come under the influence of the saving power of Jesus Christ.

    A Study of the Book of Luke Sermon # 22 by Dr. John R. Hamby When the Deliverer Comes! Luke 8: 26-39 The disciples had just come through a life-threatening experience on the Sea of Galilee. A terrible storm had almost ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    the Covenant Future: A Defense Of Postmillennialism Series

    Contributed by Gregg Strawbridge on Jul 8, 2002
    based on 24 ratings
     | 4,443 views

    Christ’s kingdom is victorious in the gospel age because He promised his covenantal mercies will extend to a thousand generations.

    INTRODUCTION - Hymns of the victory of the gospel: JESUS SHALL REIGN WHERE’ER THE SUN DOES HIS SUCCESSIVE JOURNEY’S RUN; HIS KINGDOM STRETCH FROM SHORE TO SHORE, TILL MOONS SHALL WAX AND WANE NO MORE, FOR HIM SHALL ENDLESS PRAYER BE MADE, AND PRAISES THRONG TO CROWN HIS HEAD; HIS NAME, LIKE ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    "The Real Thing In The Case Of Jesus, His Voice, Is Found In His Word.”

    Contributed by Dr. Jerry Morrissey on Apr 18, 2002
    based on 25 ratings
     | 5,400 views

    April 21, 2002 - FOURTH SUNDAY OF EASTER John 10:1-10 Color: White Title: “The real thing in the case of Jesus, his voice, is found in his Word.”

    April 21, 2002 - FOURTH SUNDAY OF EASTER John 10:1-10 Color: White Title: “The real thing in the case of Jesus, his voice, is found in his Word.” Jesus teaches that he is the gate of the sheepfold; no one can enter eternal life except through him. Chapters nine and ten, form one literary unit. ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Ready To Go Series

    Contributed by Paul Decker on Apr 23, 2002
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,916 views

    We must be ready to proclaim Jesus.

    READY TO GO Acts 2:14-36 S: Witness Th: Discipleship Month—Freed to Minister Pr: WE MUST BE READY TO PROCLAIM JESUS. ?: How? How is it done? KW: Stages TS: We will find in Acts 2:14-36, four stages of Peter’s explanation that demonstrate a readiness to proclaim Jesus. The ____ stage of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Wedlock Or Dreadlock?

    Contributed by Paul Decker on Apr 25, 2002
    based on 74 ratings
     | 5,887 views

    Healthy marriages communicate the gospel.

    WEDLOCK OR DREADLOCK? Genesis 2:18-25 S: Marriage Th: My Life as God’s Light Pr: HEALTHY MARRIAGES COMMUNICATE THE GOSPEL. ?: How? KW: Correlations TS: We will find in our study of Scripture three correlations that demonstrate how healthy marriages communicate the gospel. The ____ correlation ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Peter's Biggest Fish Story

    Contributed by Ted Sutherland on Apr 3, 2001
    based on 131 ratings
     | 14,871 views

    How to pay the IRS when U R broke.

    Paying the IRS, When U R Broke Matthew 17:24-27 I. Tax Exemption vs. 26, 27 A. Jesus was Exempt B. Jesus made an Exception II. Filing Jointly vs. 27 “. . . give unto them for me and thee.” III. What to do in case of Audit, vs. 27 Records, This is the record From Reader’s Digest: It’s time ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Passionate Commitment

    Contributed by Wes Humble on Jan 9, 2003
    based on 375 ratings
     | 142,406 views

    We can be consumed with passion for God and serving Him.

    Passionate Commitment – A Consuming Fire! This is the second in a series of messages based around the beginning days of ministry for Elisha the prophet. In the last sermon we looked at the calling of Elisha found in I Kings 19. It should be clear to anyone who is attempting to be a ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    Occupied Territory Series

    Contributed by Timothy Peck on Jan 16, 2003
    based on 77 ratings
     | 12,978 views

    Principles about demonic activity drawn from Jesus’ encounter with the man possessed with a legion of demons.

    Note: This sermon was introduced with the drama "The Price of Pigs" Today we’re going to look at a story that’s likely to make us uncomfortable. It’s the story described in the drama, the story of a man who was delivered from demonic possession. It’s a story of demons being sent into a heard of ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational