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  • Rodney V Johnson avatar

    The Ten Commandments Part 9 Series

    Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Jul 29, 2018
     | 3,946 views

    Part nine of this series focuses on the ninth commandment, "You shall not bear false witness against your neighbor." This message examines the reality of how prevalent lying is in the world today.

    The Ten Commandments – Part 9 Scriptures: Exodus 20:16; Proverbs 3:5-7; Hebrews 6:18; John 8:44; Ephesians 5:8 Has someone ever asked you how they looked in some clothes and you, not wanting to hurt their feelings, told them they looked fine? Has someone asked you how you are feeling, and you ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • David Dunn avatar

    The Deadly Art Of Idolmaking

    Contributed by David Dunn on Sep 19, 2025
     | 89 views

    Idolatry isn’t about statues; it’s anything we trust more than God, but Christ calls us from these false securities into an unbreakable covenant of love.

    Introduction – An Unforgettable Ride It’s just as well that I have forgotten most of my hitchhiking stories. But one memory has stayed with me, as clear as if it happened yesterday. Back in April of 1975, I was hitchhiking in the early spring. It seemed like winter, even though the calendar said ...read more

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    Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

  • Anthony (Tony) Charles avatar

    🔥 "comfortable Christianity"

    Contributed by Anthony (Tony) Charles on Aug 11, 2025
     | 392 views

    Today we're exposing three deadly delusions that have lulled believers into a false sense of security—comfortable Christianity that could lead you away from Jesus!

    🔥 "COMFORTABLE CHRISTIANITY" TonyC – July 2025 3 Dangerous Delusions That Will Lead You AWAY From Christ! Text: 2 Peter 1:10 - "Wherefore the rather, brethren, give diligence to make your calling and election sure" Author's Position: • I do NOT believe in ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Ajai Prakash avatar

    Rooted In Jesus

    Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Apr 25, 2024
     | 1,530 views

    The fact that believers are in a state of being complete in Christ indicates that there is nothing of a higher spiritual blessing to be found anywhere else including, but not limited to, this false Gnostic philosophy found in Colosse.

    Opening illustration: There was once a farmer who went to town to purchase seeds for his farm. As he was returning home one of the squash seeds he had purchased fell from his pocket onto the ground. It happened that within a few feet was another seed of a different type. The place where the two ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Carl Allen avatar

    Fail-Proof Spiritual Leadership Series

    Contributed by Carl Allen on Jul 29, 2009
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     | 4,224 views

    There is no one better to learn about true spritual leadership, then the apostle Paul himself. In a day where false teachers abound, we must make sure that we are leading God’s people the right way.

    Fail Proof Spiritual Leadership 1 Thess. 2:1-6 Intro For the sake of our study, I don’t want to start in Chapter 1, but rather in Chapter 2. For nearly half a century, beginning in the 1950’s, the world has asked the question, “Where have all the leaders gone?” During that time, society had ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Shawn Rose avatar

    Three Questions To Consider Concerning The Resurrection

    Contributed by Shawn Rose on Apr 23, 2011
     | 8,870 views

    This sermon addresses three questions concerning the resurrection of Christ: "Why was the resurrection so important?", "How are we expected to respond to the resurrection?", and "What should the church do in light of the resurrection?"

    THREE QUESTIONS TO CONSIDER CONCERNING THE RESURRECTION Text: Mark 16:1 – 20 Have you heard the story about the eight-year old in Sunday School on Easter Sunday? Johnny’s family weren’t regular church attenders…as a matter of fact, they only went to church on Easter ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Bob Marcaurelle avatar

    The Battles Chosen Series

    Contributed by Bob Marcaurelle on Mar 3, 2016
     | 4,420 views

    Message four in this exposition of First Timothy describes the gnostic error in the early church that was distorting the New Testament faith. Preaching against them our purposes are to purify the faith and to lead false teachers to Christ

    Message 4 THE BATTLES CHOSEN B. The Faith Protected “Command certain men not to teach false doctrines any longer.” (1:3) “Fight the good fight, holding on to faith”(18,19). Paul uses strong words. He doesn’t tell Timothy to suggest that false teachers stop, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Mike Fogerson avatar

    How To Be A 10

    Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Aug 28, 2013
     | 4,225 views

    Expect conflict on your way to being a “10.” Hannah was most likely Elkanah’s first wife who proved to be infertile so he took a second wife named Paninnah. When we are on our way to being “10s” expect conflict to be a part of the journey.

    How to be a 10 Mother’s Day May 12, 201 Dr. Mike Fogerson Introduction The story of Israel in the Bible is a living demonstration of the fact that the Lord does win the battle. A As we enter 1 Samuel, Israel is a Spiritual and Political mess. 1 Israel wasn’t an united people as they ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • I. Grant Spong avatar

    Heaven's Investment

    Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Nov 11, 2020
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     | 6,789 views

    What does God expect us to do with what Heaven has given us? Why hasn’t God given to us all equally? Let’s see what God expects us to do with Heaven’s investment. Let’s look at the Parable of the Talents in Matthew 25:14-30.

    Prelude: What does God expect us to do with what Heaven has given us? Why hasn’t God given to us all equally? Purpose: Let’s see what God expects us to do with Heaven’s investment. Plan: Let’s look at the Parable of the Talents in Matthew 25:14-30. Diverse Talents Matthew 25:14-15 “For the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Michael Stark avatar

    The Devil Is A Boring Preacher

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Jun 23, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 14,026 views

    The message of the preacher blessed by God will disturb the casual, even as it glorifies the Master. Contrary to every expectation, the message presented by the servants of the devil is boring, generating no excitement and no reaction.

    “When they had passed through Amphipolis and Apollonia, they came to Thessalonica, where there was a synagogue of the Jews. And Paul went in, as was his custom, and on three Sabbath days he reasoned with them from the Scriptures, explaining and proving that it was necessary for the Christ to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Allan Quak avatar

    Rescued By A Merciful God Series

    Contributed by Allan Quak on Feb 28, 2020
    based on 2 ratings
     | 6,822 views

    Out of desperation Jonah offers a foxhole prayer; with no repentance, blaming God, self-righteousness and false piety. God's mercy still continues to be shown to Jonah as God rescues Jonah. It is an unanticipated outcome.

    Message Jonah 2:1-10 Rescued by a Merciful God The story is told of an emergency meeting of the church council called by the senior pastor. At the end of the meeting with nothing accomplished, the pastor looked around and then said, “There’s nothing left to do but to pray!” One of the overseers ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Rich Anderson avatar

    The Life Of Joseph - Part 3

    Contributed by Rich Anderson on Feb 14, 2011
     | 5,616 views

    Gos still uses people in incredible ways. He changes lives when we least expect it. He uses people and situations for His good.

    The Apostle Paul writes in his letter to the Romans. Chapter 15 verse 4, “For whatever was written in earlier times was written for our instruction, that through perseverance and the encouragement of the Scriptures we might have hope.” And hope is certainly what we find as we study the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

  • John Dobbs avatar

    What Do I Want Jesus To Do For Me? Series

    Contributed by John Dobbs on Mar 5, 2020
     | 5,106 views

    How would you answer if Jesus asked, “What would you like me to do for you?” In our text two different people are asked that question.

    WHAT DO I WANT JESUS TO DO FOR ME? Mark 10:32-52 Introduction How would you answer if Jesus asked, “What would you like me to do for you?” In our text two different people are asked that question. Jesus uses this as a teaching moment, and we must listen! Mark’s gospel is a gospel ‘on the move’ - ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Christopher Benfield avatar

    The Truth Exposed Series

    Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Jun 9, 2021
     | 4,393 views

    The enemy brings much opposition and false accusation against believers. While he has power, he is no match for the sovereign Lord. As we stand for truth, we rest knowing truth will always prevail.

    The Truth Exposed Esther 7: 1-10 Take a moment to consider the many ups and downs the Jews have experienced at this point. All who are in Persia were either removed from their homeland by force, or born into captivity in a foreign land. One of their own had been crowned queen of the kingdom, but ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Pastor/Author: Terry Sisney avatar

    Get In The Press

    Contributed by Pastor/Author: Terry Sisney on Apr 24, 2009
    based on 51 ratings
     | 41,273 views

    You are suppose to win in life, but You can’t expect to win without a fight. There are enemies to your destiny, so you must get in the press.

    Mr 5:27 When she had heard of Jesus, came in the press behind, and touched his garment. Php 3:13-14 Brethren, I count not myself to have apprehended: but this one thing I do, forgetting those things which are behind, and reaching forth unto those things which are before, 14 I press toward the ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal