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  • A Picture Of God's Grace

    Contributed by John White on Dec 21, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,787 views

    A beautiful figurative illustration of the grace of God shown through David’s Godly love for his friend, Jonathan.

    A Picture Of The Grace Of God 1 Samuel 18:1-4, - "And it came to pass, when he had made an end of speaking unto Saul, that the soul of Jonathan was knit with the soul of David, and Jonathan loved him as his own soul. And Saul took him that day, and would let him go no more home to his father’s ...read more

  • Obedience To God

    Contributed by Brian Menear on Mar 17, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 16,391 views

    Examples of obedience and disobedience of Bible figures and the results it brought. Includes 6 ways we can obey God

    Obedience To God Isaiah 1:18-20 ISA 1:18 "Come now, let us reason together," says the LORD."Though your sins are like scarlet, they shall be as white as snow; though they are red as crimson, they shall be like wool. ISA 1:19 If you are willing and obedient, you will eat the best from the land; ISA ...read more

  • Narnia: Lion Of Judah

    Contributed by Bruce Howell on Oct 24, 2005
    based on 71 ratings
     | 9,313 views

    The figure of a lion is fitting to describe the true nature of our Lord and inspires us to commit our lives to Him.

    LION OF JUDAH Revelation 5:1-5 In 1930, Haile Selassie became the Emperor of Ethiopia. The Christian ruler was the 111th emperor in succession of King Solomon. Upon assuming power, Selassie sought to modernize the nation. He built schools and ...read more

  • Reflection C.7 / Does God Have A Purpose In Coronavirus? Antichrist

    Contributed by Simon Bartlett on May 27, 2020
     | 1,751 views

    Antichrist is a mysterious figure. But scripture gives us some important pointers regarding antichrists in the past and the future antichrist.

    Today we are going to look at the mysterious figure of ‘antichrist’. The word ‘antichrist’ only comes in John’s letters. However, there are other passages of scripture which seem to be about antichrist even though they don’t use the word ‘antichrist’. Historically, there have been many views ...read more

  • Who Are You Looking For?

    Contributed by Imelda Mesa on Sep 27, 2022
     | 1,570 views

    Jesus Christ is the central figure of Christianity. This is what separates and makes us unique from other world religions.

    Today, Christians all over the world celebrate the resurrection of Jesus Christ. Jesus is alive, and He is alive forever. The ground where Joseph of Arimathea and Nicodemus laid his body began to shake, and this massive stone that serves as a door to Jesus’ tomb was rolled away. And so when the ...read more

  • The Lord's Prayer Teaching Series

    Contributed by Edward Hardee on Jan 23, 2013
    based on 4 ratings
     | 9,428 views

    A teaching on the Lord's prayer and the importance of prayer

    Note: One of the influences of prayer has come from Jim Cymbala so if there are similarities it is because I have read many of his books. Title: How to Pray Theme: To show from Jesus’ example how to pray Text: Matthew 6:9-13 Facts about the Sermon on the Mount • At the beginning of ...read more

  • The Kingdom Of God For Dummies Part 2 Series

    Contributed by Larry Sarver on Aug 15, 2002
    based on 56 ratings
     | 4,116 views

    A teaching message on Luke 17:20-37.

    Luke Series #77 August 25, 2002 Title: The Kingdom of God for Dummies Part 2 Email: pastorsarver@yahoo.com <mailto:pastorsarver@yahoo.com> Website: www.newlifeinchrist.info <http://www.newlifeinchrist.info> Introduction: Welcome to New Life in Christ. This morning we are in Chapter 17 of ...read more

  • Manifesto Of The Servant

    Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Feb 11, 2016
    based on 6 ratings
     | 8,874 views

    His mission, to bring Justice to the nations, will not fail.

    MANIFESTO OF THE SERVANT. Isaiah 42:1-9 - First Servant Song. After healing the multitudes, Jesus charged them that they should not make Him known (Matthew 12:15-17). According to Matthew 12:18-21, this was in fulfillment of the passage in Isaiah which we have just read. Thus the New Testament ...read more

  • The Ten Commandments – The Truth And Nothing But The Truth Series

    Contributed by D. Greg Ebie on Sep 20, 2007
    based on 6 ratings
     | 5,766 views

    THE TEN COMMANDMENTS – The Truth and Nothing But the Truth. Whose family are you a member of? God’s family speaks the language of truth.

    • Exodus 20:3-17 (NIV) [3] You shall have no other gods before me. [4] You shall not make for yourself an idol. . . [7] You shall not misuse the name of the Lord your God. . . [8] Remember the Sabbath day by keeping it holy. . . [12] Honor your father and your mother. . . [13] You shall not ...read more

  • God As Good Shepherd

    Contributed by Charles Scott on Jun 23, 2002
    based on 7 ratings
     | 2,703 views

    Symbolic language is used throughout the Bible to describe God. Among the most precious and universally undertood is that of God as Shepherd.

    pI PETER 5 TRINITY 3 SHEPHERD SUNDAY Introduction Use of symbols - by Jesus in communication. Among the most powerful are those comparing Jesus to the life of a Shepherd. This is an old thought -- God was referred to as "The Shepherd of Israel." This imagery is used to communicate who God ...read more

  • Beware Covetousness

    Contributed by Don Parmely on Sep 11, 2006
    based on 5 ratings
     | 4,779 views

    Jesus warns us in the strongest language to beware of covetousness. The inordinate desire to accumulate wealth will kill our souls.

    Beware Covetousness by Rev. Don R. Parmely Text: Luke 12:13-34 I.Introduction A.We are on the eve of remembering the terrorists’ attack of September 11, 2006. 1.Do you remember where you were? 2.Do you remember your thoughts? 3.Do you remember what your church did in response? 4.Did the church ...read more

  • The Power To Say

    Contributed by Curtis Kittrell on Aug 30, 2003
    based on 30 ratings
     | 10,162 views

    In the English language one of the hardest words to say is no. Of course it is not hard to pronounce, but it is difficult to say no to some entreaties.

    The Power to Say "No" Title: The Power to Say "No" Text: "Pharaoh called for Moses and for Aaron, and said, Go ye, sacrifice to your God in the land" (Ex. 8:25). Scripture Reading’: Exodus 8:25-28; 10:9-11,24 Introduction In the English language one of the hardest words to say is no. Of course it ...read more

  • The Seven Last Savings Of Jesus On The Cross. Forgiveness. #1

    Contributed by Melvin Shelton on Jul 17, 2004
    based on 16 ratings
     | 6,869 views

    And this morning, I want to talk about one of the most beautiful words found in the human language and that Word is forgiveness.

    The seven last savings of Jesus on the cross. FORGIVENESS. #1 Luke 23:33 -- 34. 07/18/04 “And when they were come to the place which is called Calvary, there they crucified him and the male factors, one on the right hand and the other on the left. Then said Jesus, Father, forgive them for they ...read more

  • How To Overcome Bad Listening Habits

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 39 ratings
     | 5,448 views

    Some people tend to have a hard time listening to people who do not speak in the language of Biblical absolutes.

    Some people tend to have a hard time listening to people who do not speak in the language of Biblical absolutes. Ineffective listening is usually the single biggest hindrance to effective communication between people. The following is a list of some of the most common barriers to listening: a. ...read more

  • How Loud Is Too Loud?

    Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Sep 5, 2013
    based on 8 ratings
     | 5,011 views

    Does your church offer sign language you may need it as you destroy the hearing of your congregation.

    How loud is too loud? I am an old hippie and my '69 Camaro had a great stereo system and I liked it loud and proud. Well, that might be partly why I have some hearing loss though the VA says my hearing is perfect. My wife disagrees. Anyway, I have a lot of folks that I care about that love ...read more