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  • Colin Thornby avatar

    Avoiding The Distortions

    Contributed by Colin Thornby on Nov 6, 2010
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     | 3,326 views

    Just like the Sadducees, we can selectively read scripture and so make false and disastrous assumptions about Christ and his call (Luke 20:27-40)

    One of the curious things about religious people is that they can develop very fixed ideas about what is right and what is wrong. Sometimes these are bolstered by appeals to their religious texts, sometimes it is based on experience, or a sort of philosophical position. Jesus interaction with the ...read more

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    Making Room For Christ At Christmas

    Contributed by Ray Swift on Dec 2, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,373 views

    Instead of trusting in a stimulus package or a health care reform system that only creates false hope, believers can prepare to celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ, the hope of the world.

    FBMB November 29, 2009 Sunday Morning Making Room for Christ at Christmas Luke 2: 36-38 Intro.: I have a big announcement to make this morning. No it’s not about someone being pregnant, it’s not about a sports team going to a bowl game, it’s not a new stimulus package, it’s not about the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Making Jesus Known

    Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Sep 9, 2013
     | 7,015 views

    We must live totally for Christ, remembering that if the enemy isn't fooled by false worship we cannot believe that God will be either. (Acts 19:1-22)

    Making Jesus Known Acts 19:1-22 Introduction We are called to have a common purpose in what we do -- The purpose is to worship, to love, and to celebrate Christ and share Him always -- That is our challenge, mission, and it is STILL where we find ourselves today Most will agree that Paul ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Lord Is Faithful

    Contributed by Larry Grant on Sep 25, 2022
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     | 3,054 views

    A preacher once said, "We may sometimes be in as much or more danger from false and pretended friends as from open and avowed enemies." But the Lord is Faithful!

    2 Thessalonians 3:1-3 NKJV The Lord is Faithful September 25, 2022 Intro: This second letter, from the pen of Paul, is written to a church that is experiencing great spiritual growth, 1:3. They are a giving, loving church that is active, growing and reaching out, 1:5. However, this church is ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Hannah Krista Lasco avatar

    The Truth Against The Danger Of Deception

    Contributed by Hannah Krista Lasco on Sep 28, 2018
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    A sermon for seminary students or pastors. Proclaim the truth when needed because it will keep people from away from the danger of false teachings. [for the sake of the Truth and the people]

    Introduction: We are a family of six - my mom, her four daughters, and one who is a lesbian. Yes, you have heard it right. I have a lesbian sister. Maybe you have thought that, “Oh, but she is a Pastor. How does she deal with this?” Well yeah, this is one of the most challenging ministries that ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

  • David Dunn avatar

    When God Seems Slow

    Contributed by David Dunn on Oct 25, 2025
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    When God seems slow, fear builds idols. Trust Jesus, who breaks our false gods and restores us to the only Savior worth waiting for.

    Introduction — The Silence That Feels Dangerous They waited. Moses went up the mountain to talk with God. Israel watched him go until he was only a speck on the slope…and then he disappeared into the cloud of glory. The first day, there was awe. The third day, curiosity. By day ten…whispers. By ...read more

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    Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

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    The God Who Frustrates The Tokens Of Liars Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Aug 8, 2025
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    God is the ultimate truth, and nothing false can stand before Him. Throughout the Scriptures, we see God consistently dismantling the plans of liars, deceivers, and wicked schemers.

    THE GOD WHO FRUSTRATES THE TOKENS OF LIARS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Isaiah 44:25 – "That frustrateth the tokens of the liars, and maketh diviners mad; that turneth wise men backward, and maketh their knowledge foolish." Supporting Texts: Job 5:12-13, Psalm 33:10, Proverbs ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Angels Among Us St. Michael And All Angels

    Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Sep 25, 2024
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     | 1,848 views

    Angels are popular in our culture. Books and movies abound but focus on angels and people can slip into false worship. Angels are servants of God, messengers of God, protectors of believers.

    In Jesus Holy Name September 29, 2024 Text: Luke 1:26-38 St Michael & All Angels Redeemer “Angels Among Us” St. Michael and All Angels In 1993 The Country Western Music group, Alabama, released a song entitled “Angels Among Us.” “I was walking home from school on a ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Dennis Davidson avatar

    Dealing With Rebellious Teachers Series

    Contributed by Dennis Davidson on May 15, 2014
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    Apparently they were many Cretins who contradicted the sound teaching of the faithful Word so here Paul gives God's wisdom for dealing with those who refuse to submit to the sound teaching of the Word of God.

    TITUS 1: 10-16 DEALING WITH REBELLIOUS TEACHERS Paul has just told Titus to hold, against all attacks, the faithful Word and to use its teaching to grow others in sound doctrine and in refuting those who contradict (v. 9). Apparently they were many Cretins who contradicted the sound teaching ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Joseph Of Arimathea: The Secret Disciple Of Jesus And His Legacy Today

    Contributed by B. D. B Moses on Mar 7, 2003
    based on 109 ratings
     | 63,012 views

    What motivates a secret disciple of Jesus to remain underground? Where do you find those who are secret disciples of Jesus? The answer to these questions about secret disciples may surprise you.

    Intro Have you ever wondered how a secret disciple of Jesus thinks and acts? What motivates a secret disciple of Jesus to remain underground? Where do you find those who are secret disciples of Jesus? The answer to these questions about secret disciples may surprise you. If there is any passage ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    All The King's Men Series

    Contributed by David Heflin on Jun 13, 2007
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     | 3,846 views

    This sermon explores the true nature of the Kingdom of Heaven and of the disciple.

    All The King’s Men Matt. 5:1-12 (SOTM #1) 4/15/07 PSCOC Introduction: Two opposite kingdoms. The nation of Israel wants to raise their popularity in the world, particularly among 35 and under American men. Some people have decided that the holy relics of Israel do not generally appeal to this ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Pat Cook avatar

    Come Now Is The Time To Worship Series

    Contributed by Pat Cook on Aug 4, 2003
    based on 35 ratings
     | 16,182 views

    Isaiah’s expereience of worship boiled down to 3 things: seeing, sanctifying and serving. No matter what else worship is, it should include these.

    Isaiah 6:1-8 – Come Now is the Time to Worship I came across some definitions of things we use in the church. MAGI: The most famous trio to attend a baby shower. MANGER: 1. Where Mary gave birth to Jesus because Joseph didn’t have private health cover. 2. The Biblical proof that holiday travel ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Kerry Haynes avatar

    Who Is My Neighbor?

    Contributed by Kerry Haynes on Jul 10, 2016
    based on 4 ratings
     | 12,547 views

    It's easy to get along with people who get along with us, but what about when we see someone very different from us in need? Jesus challenges us to be a good neighbor to everyone we encounter.

    Luke 10:25-37 Who is My Neighbor? Have you ever struggled to be nice to someone, especially someone different from you? Maybe they’re talkative and you’re quiet, or they are a gossip and you detest gossip, or maybe their skin is darker and yours is lighter, or yours is darker and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • James Petticrew avatar

    Wise Up For The New Year

    Contributed by James Petticrew on Dec 29, 2001
    based on 229 ratings
     | 18,921 views

    An exposition of Eph 5:15-17 designed to motivate people to live more wisely in the New Year by Deciding: who they are going to please Examining: how they live their lives Planing: how they will live their lives

    WISE UP FOR THE NEW YEAR Introduction There were two brothers who notorious in a town. They both drank too much, the cheated on their wives and abused people that worked for them. One of them had a heart attack died and his brother went to see the local minister about the funeral. He said to the ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

  • Tyrone Garay avatar

    Having A Right Spirit

    Contributed by Tyrone Garay on Dec 21, 2000
    based on 74 ratings
     | 26,035 views

    the need to have a right spirit in all that we do, keeping our lives free from bitterness and unforgivness, the power of a right spirit and keeping our motives in check

    Renew a Right Spirit within me… Ps 51:1-10 51:1 Have mercy upon me, O God, according to thy lovingkindness: according unto the multitude of thy tender mercies blot out my transgressions. 2 Wash me throughly from mine iniquity, and cleanse me from my sin. 3 For I acknowledge my transgressions: and ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational