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  • Isaac Butterworth avatar

    Is The Lord Delayed In His Coming?

    Contributed by Isaac Butterworth on Aug 6, 2018
     | 5,415 views

    There is a wrong way and a right way to look at the Lord’s apparent delay in coming again.

    Introduction Peter most likely wrote this, his second letter (2 Pet. 3:1 ) to the churches of Asia Minor (1 Pet. 1:1 ), from a Roman jail a short time before his martyrdom (some time during the period AD 64-67). If 1 Peter has as its main focus a defense against threats from outside the ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Hang In There Series

    Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Nov 30, 2017
    based on 1 rating
     | 13,997 views

    We need to patiently endure as we wait for the soon coming of our Lord Jesus.

    HANG IN THERE! Text: James 5:7-12 Introduction 1. Illustration: Several years ago, an experiment on endurance was conducted at the University of California at Berkeley. The experiment involved placing Norwegian field rats in a tub of water, where they were forced to swim until they grew ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    The Necessary Foundation Series

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Nov 16, 2018
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     | 5,330 views

    The analysis of the concept of submission in Ephesians 5:21 teaches us what God expects of his new society.

    Scripture Today we are beginning a new sermon series in Ephesians 5:21-6:9 that I am calling, “Focus on the Family.” In our previous study (of Ephesians 5:18-21) we saw that Paul gave two commands, one negative and one positive. Paul wrote in Ephesians 5:18: “And do not get drunk with wine [that ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    The Calm Before The Storm Series

    Contributed by Dennis Lee on Mar 31, 2016
    based on 5 ratings
     | 10,392 views

    This is part of the series on the Book of Revelation. It covers the first four Trumpet Judgments, and about the heavenly calm before the storm of God's upcoming judgments. How a shattering silence invades heaven right before God pours out His wrath.

    The Book of Revelation “The Calm Before the Storm” Revelation 8 In July of 1976, Israeli commandos made a daring raid at an airport in Entebbe, Uganda, freeing 103 Jewish hostages. Yet even as successful as the rescue was, three of the hostages were killed. As the commandos entered ...read more

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    Denomination: Foursquare

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    Dear Forget-Me-Not Series

    Contributed by Alfred Beck on Sep 22, 2015
     | 4,349 views

    Jesus' encouraging words to suffering Christians

    Dear Forget-Me-Not Psalm 13 Is. 49:16 John 16:33 Rev. 2:8-11 Wow! How do you do that? How do you hold onto hope when something like that happens…something that causes your world to crash in around you? I suspect everybody, Christian and non-Christian alike has been ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Bible Is Accurate And Reliable

    Contributed by Jeremy Poling on Jun 3, 2014
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,980 views

    The bible is reliable and accurate so can be trusted

    “How sweet are Your words to my taste, Sweeter than honey to my mouth.” (Psalm 119:103). “All Scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness, that the man of God may be complete, thoroughly ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The 12 Apostles: Judas Iscariot

    Contributed by John Gaston on May 11, 2015
     | 7,243 views

    A look at the 12th Apostle, an enigma and archtype even 2,000 years later.

    THE 12 APOSTLES: JUDAS ISCARIOT INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. Years ago in Ireland, there was a priest who was very anti-British. Every Sunday he would blast them from the pulpit. He became so notorious that the Pope himself summoned the priest to Rome for an audience. 2. The Pope, "I want peace ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    The Word Of The Lord For 2019

    Contributed by Maurice Mccarthy on Jan 7, 2019
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,678 views

    Each year pastors in this country and around the world attempt to discern what God is saying about the year ahead. The word I am hearing is, "danger ahead." The current of the river of evil we live in is speeding up rapidly. 2 keys to survive: Humility and Hunger.

    The Word of the Lord for 2019 PPT 1 Series Title PPT 2 Message title and pic of river overflowing berm Each year pastors in this country and around the world attempt to discern what God is saying about the year ahead. There will be the usual voices saying, this will be the year of breakthrough, ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Finding The King[2015]-5 Series

    Contributed by Byron Sherman on Dec 30, 2015
     | 3,534 views

    5 of 5. Magi traveled from the east to pay homage to the newborn King of Israel. The King of Israel is worthy of your careful searching. Those who find the King, perceive His....

    FINDING The KING-V...FINDING The KING’s WORTH—Matthew 2:1-12 Mr. 'M’s' cemetery plot in Carrabelle. There is an archway & small gazebo. It is always beautifully landscaped with flowering plants. During Christmas I discovered that the plot is also rigged for lights & has a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Devoted To God's Wisdom Series

    Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Jun 5, 2020
     | 4,249 views

    With God’s help, we can be faithfully committed: doing what we said we would do.

    Devoted to God’s Wisdom James 1:5-8, 22 With God’s help, we can be faithfully committed: doing what we said we would do. SLIDE #1 INTRODUCTION • Today we will tackle a subject that seems to be in short supply these days. • Given the subject matter of last week, standing firm amid trials, what ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    "the Gift Of Love: A Heartfelt Christmas Story"

    Contributed by Jessie Manuel on Dec 20, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 895 views

    It is the most overwhelming thing I have ever encountered in my life. It is the greatest thing God ever did for any of us! The reason I can say that is this, because He loved us, He was moved to do everything else that He has done.

    Introduction: Good morning, beloved family in Christ! As we gather here in this beautiful Advent season, we are invited to reflect on the miraculous gift of love — a love that changes everything. Today, I want to share a heartfelt story, a story that teaches us about love, sacrifice, and hope ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Playing The Supporting Role In Someones Life Story Series

    Contributed by Perry Fowler on Mar 20, 2025
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     | 556 views

    Are you a leader? A mentor? Are you a disciple? A follower? God says we all need someone to be a role model in our life. Ultimately, He wants you to be one to someone else as well.

    I was reading about a Pastor one Sunday that had a lady leaving out of the church that said: “Pastor, that was a model sermon.” The Pastor felt pretty good about the statement until he got home and looked up the word “model” in the dictionary and read this: “Model, a small imitation of the real ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    God Always Provides Series

    Contributed by Brian Williams on Oct 30, 2024
     | 626 views

    God knows what His test will accomplish or reveal about Abraham’s character and, more importantly, what this test will reveal about Himself.

    We are continuing with our Genesis “From Dust to Life” series. Throughout this book so far, we have seen God bring life to people who were in impossible situations, some brought on by their own bad decisions or because of the bad decisions of others. Time and time again because of God’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Trial Begins Series

    Contributed by Jm Raja Lawrence on Oct 12, 2023
    based on 2 ratings
     | 1,272 views

    In the shadow of suffering, we gather today to explore a timeless tale of faith, friendship, and divine mysteries. Join us in uncovering the story of Job.

    Introduction: Dear brothers and sisters. Today, we find ourselves continuing our journey through the profound story of Job, a man whose life has become a profound testament to the unfolding drama of divine justice in the face of unimaginable suffering. As we delve into the second chapter of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Start Small 2023 Series

    Contributed by Louis Mare on Jan 2, 2023
     | 2,610 views

    We try to do so many things and be better in so many areas that, in the end, we accomplish nothing. We are just back at square 1. And we all thought we would learn through the pandemic. And we are not even out of it, and we like even crazier than before.

    Starting Small We try to do so many things and be better in so many areas that, in the end, we accomplish nothing. We are just back at square 1. And we all thought we would learn through the pandemic. And we are not even out of it, and we like even crazier than before. We try to balance so many ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible