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  • Dan Borchert avatar

    Test The Spirits

    Contributed by Dan Borchert on Aug 29, 2002
    based on 14 ratings
     | 4,399 views

    We should no blindly accept everything that we hear, rather we should go and study the Bible before we make a decision

    1 John 4:1-6 Test the Spirits Introduction A. It is almost the end of the school year B. Such a joyous time for all kids and teachers C. What normally happens at the end of the school year D. It is called finals E. Test based on everything that you were suppose to learn throughout the year F. They ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

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    A Faith That Soothes The Soul—part 3 Series

    Contributed by Byron Sherman on Aug 26, 2003
    based on 19 ratings
     | 2,844 views

    Part 3 of a 6-part sermon. The faith of the Thessalonian Christians brought a thankfulness to God’s apostles, Paul, Silvanus & Timothy. What kind of faith soothes the apostle’s soul or give him absolute freedom in which to operate?

    A FAITH THAT SOOTHES THE SOUL-III—1Thessalonians 1:1-10 The faith of the Thessalonian Christians brought a thankfulness to God’s apostles, Paul, Silvanus & Timothy. A church’s faith can soothe the souls of God’s apostles/messengers/delegates. The faith of a body of believers can soothe the soul ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Shaped To Serve God Series

    Contributed by James Dunn on Oct 29, 2004
    based on 35 ratings
     | 12,315 views

    This message is adapted from Rick Warren’s 40 Days of Purpose.

    SHAPED FOR SERVING GOD Adapted from Rick Warren’s 40 Days "Shaped To Serve God" Intro: In October of 2002, Elvis’ album of greatest hits had been the number one album in the nation for three weeks, 25 years after the guy died! Now in spite of enormous success, Elvis was, according to friends, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Religion Of Evolution

    Contributed by Jesse Bennett on Jan 25, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,934 views

    Evolution is basically a religious philosophy. Cunningly devised fables, A fairytale for grownups. I am explaining to people that both creation and evolution are religious views of life upon which people build their particular models of philosophy, scien

    The Religion of Evolution Jesse Bennett Bible Baptist Shawnee Oklahoma 2 Peter 1:16-18 16 For we have not followed cunningly devised fables, when we made known unto you the power and coming of our Lord Jesus Christ, but were eyewitnesses of his majesty. 17 For he received from God the Father ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Following The Leader

    Contributed by Stuart Blount on Sep 6, 2001
    based on 416 ratings
     | 18,662 views

    What is authentic discipleship ? Surely it is that which Jesus taught. In this message we look at the terms Jesus laid down for those who would choose to follow him.

    FOLLOWING THE LEADER The Terms of Authentic Discipleship The children’s game ‘following the leader’ has introduced all of us to the concept that Jesus sought to initiate among his DISCIPLES. Watching, walking, imitating, responding as the leader does. Matthew 16:21-28 The setting and context ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Return Trip That Was Diverted

    Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Dec 19, 2016
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,779 views

    Whether it is our nature or not, God sometimes calls us to flex and adjust to change, but He gives us the strength to do so.

    The Return Trip That Was Diverted Thwarted Christmas Plans series (Matthew 2:13-15, 19-23) 1. I love stories like this: (UPI) An alleged robber at a Florida convenience store picked the wrong potential victim when the man he threatened with a BB gun turned out to be a former WWE wrestler. Shad ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    The Amazing Grace Of God

    Contributed by Jon Mackinney on Jun 16, 2011
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     | 3,140 views

    Here in this drama the we call the Last Supper, the grace of God is demonstrated in a way that was missed by those there, and especialy by one! But we can't afford to miss it today!

    Passage: Matthew 26:17-30 Intro: Hindsight is an amazing thing. 1. someone has said “hindsight 20/20 2. but when we can look back, with explanations, we can actually see what is going on better than those who were there! 3. saw last week, great event, with things going on in the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    Lesson 18: When Believers Fuss And Fight

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jan 14, 2013
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     | 1,314 views

    Principles to handle conflict between believers.

    Series: Learning Victory From Joshua Dr. Elmer Towns Lesson 18: When Believers Fuss and Fight January 6, 2013 A. THE OCCASION OF CONFLICT “Joshua blessed the 2 ½ tribes and sent them home with the instruction. ‘Share with others the spoils of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Creation

    Contributed by Luther Sexton on Jun 19, 2018
     | 4,636 views

    Introdcution and Section 1 God Created

    VIEWS OF CREATION EXISTENCE WARNING: Please don't get off ended (offended) -- Some of the points are just possible explanations. I will discuss/clarify misunderstandings after church if necessary. New explanations sometimes cause misunderstandings, fears, etc. Ex: Galileo -- Roman Catholic ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    (Section 2) Views Of Creation Series

    Contributed by Luther Sexton on Jun 19, 2018
     | 2,866 views

    Battles of the Church with scientist like Galileo and God Created

    VIEWS OF CREATION EXISTENCE WARNING: Please don't get off ended (offended) -- Some of the points are just possible explanations. I will discuss/clarify misunderstandings after church if necessary. New explanations sometimes cause misunderstandings, fears, etc. Ex: Galileo -- Roman Catholic ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    When Believers Fuss And Fight Lesson 18 Series

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Apr 20, 2017
     | 4,651 views

    Principles to Handle Conflict Between Believers

    A. THE OCCASION OF CONFLICT “Joshua blessed the 2 ½ tribes and sent them home with the instruction. ‘Share with others the spoils of war.’ So the warriors started back to their homes, but before they crossed the Jordan, they built a very large altar to God. The other tribes gathered at Shiloh to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Peter Explains Gentiles Coming To Faith Series

    Contributed by Brad Beaman on Jan 31, 2022
     | 2,541 views

    This sermon of Peter in Acts 11 is the mark of victory for grace of the Lord Jesus. The Pentecost experience happened three times. It happened in Act chapter 2 with the Jews. It happened in Acts chapter 8 with the Samaritans. Now in Acts Chapter 10 with the Gentiles.

    Context of Peters message Acts 10 explains the events of what makes up Peter’s Acts 11 message. The news about Cornelius travelled fast and in no time the leaders in Jerusalem wanted an explanation from Peter what was happening in Caesarea. Peter himself knew he was breaking Hebrew traditions by ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Facing Resistance To The Gospel Series

    Contributed by Jim Butcher on Apr 6, 2020
     | 2,893 views

    Jesus tells His followers that He is being numbered among the transgressors. What does that mean for us today as we try to follow Him?

    WHAT I DON'T KNOW: What exactly is going on with the swords here? - Luke 22:36, 38. - The references to swords garner the most attention from most readers. They are intriguing statements that are not easily understood. - I wish I could tell you that I have an incisive, succinct explanation ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dean Courtier avatar

    Go! And Bow Before The Lord - Romans 14:11 Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Apr 23, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 345 views

    Will you bow willingly now, in repentance and faith—or unwillingly later, when it is too late?

    Go! And Bow Before the Lord Romans 14:11 (NLT): "For the Scriptures say, 'As surely as I live,' says the Lord, 'every knee will bend to me, and every tongue will declare allegiance to God.'" Introduction: Today we continue our "Go! And..." series with a ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Jason Jones avatar

    What Makes Jesus Angry? Series

    Contributed by Jason Jones on Jun 4, 2025
     | 224 views

    Main thought: we will look at the things that brought Jesus to a righteous anger and another demonstration of his messiahship.

    Background to passage, Matthew 21:12-17: The day following the triumphal entry. Passover. Last week of his life. Began to open the can on Sunday. Full on charge today against the establishment. He said early in his ministry that he was Lord of the Sabbath, take he says he is Lord of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist