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  • Michael Otterstatter avatar

    Consider The True Glory Of Our King!

    Contributed by Michael Otterstatter on Oct 23, 2023
     | 1,341 views

    In His "state of humiliation" as theologians say, Jesus' glory was most deeply hidden! Through these verses from Colossians we are invited to see the true glory of King Jesus!

    “Jesus of Nazareth, the King of the Jews.” All four of the Gospel writers (Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John) tell us about the written notice of the charge against Jesus—and for which Pontius Pilate crucified him. It’s a small but important detail from the Friday that we call good. Does anyone ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    The Purpose Of The Parables

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Jan 19, 2014
    based on 2 ratings
     | 9,413 views

    Jesus teaches that the purpose of his parables is to reveal or conceal truth.

    Scripture We are studying the life and ministry of Jesus as it has been recorded in The Gospel of Luke. Two main features characterized Jesus’ ministry: teaching and miracles. We have already examined a number of examples of each. Jesus used illustrations masterfully in his teaching. His ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Byron Sherman avatar

    Christian Governance-&-Work-2 Series

    Contributed by Byron Sherman on May 2, 2017
     | 2,914 views

    2 of 4. Peter confirmed the role of Christian submission in relation to the obligations of servants. Christian submission is crucial in or pertinent to our work obligations. But How? Christian governance is at WORK thru submission to...

    ‘For The LORD’S SAKE’—1Peter 2:13—3:12 A. CHRISTIAN GOVERNANCE-&-Government—1Peter 2:13-17 B. CHRISTIAN GOVERNANCE-&-Work-II—1Peter 2:18-25 C. CHRISTIAN GOVERNANCE-&-Marriage—1Peter 3:1-7 D. CHRISTIAN GOVERNANCE-&-Church—1Peter 3:8-12 In 1Peter we will continue to examine the overall scheme of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Most Excellent Way Series

    Contributed by Melvin Newland on Dec 21, 2000
    based on 1,250 ratings
     | 397,465 views

    Paul is saying, "I want to show you the best way to take care of virtually every situation, & that is the way of love." Then he points out that love is more important than four things Christians consider very important.

    MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK (Revised: 2015) TEXT: 1 Corinthians 13:1 3 ILL. A story was told a few years ago about an actor who was playing the part of Christ in a Passion Play. As he carried the cross up the hill a bystander in the crowd began heckling him, & ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    I Tried Lord

    Contributed by Thomas Swope on Apr 19, 2019
    based on 2 ratings
     | 3,872 views

    A study in the book of Nehemiah 13: 1 – 31

    Nehemiah 13: 1 – 31 I tried Lord 13 On that day they read from the Book of Moses in the hearing of the people, and in it was found written that no Ammonite or Moabite should ever come into the assembly of God, 2 because they had not met the children of Israel with bread and water but hired Balaam ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

  • Chuck Gohn avatar

    Called Out Of Darkness Into Light

    Contributed by Chuck Gohn on May 18, 2013
     | 9,822 views

    A sermon on what it means for a Christian to be called out of the darkness of the world (e.g., past behaviors, relationships, attitudes, etc.) and called into the Kingdom of the Son.

    About 11 years ago, I received my formal call into ministry. It wasn’t a call from a church. It wasn’t a call from a bishop. It wasn’t even a call from the Pope but that would have been nice. I considered it a direct call from God. You see, I had been struggling with where I ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    Counseling Competencies

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Aug 19, 2001
    based on 14 ratings
     | 4,179 views

    Counseling Competencies

    Counseling Competencies Luke 2:52 1. Cross-Cultural Communications - Knows the culture of the counselee as well as one’s own cultural presuppositions. Exhibits a willingness to learn, appreciate, and work through the counselee’s cultural norms. Is willing to follow Christ’s incarnational model of ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Blessed Are The Meek Series

    Contributed by Charles Salmon on Jul 11, 2004
    based on 14 ratings
     | 5,153 views

    Meekness precludes certain undesirable traits, enhances all desirable traits, and brings great reward.

    Blessed Are the Meek Matt. 5:5 INTRO.: Webster defines "meek" as "mild of temper; patient under suffering, longsuffering." The meek person is one who makes no undue demands upon himself, God, or his fellow man. He recognizes his abilities and responsibilities and is content in the circumstances ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Experiencing Revival (Lesson 1) Series

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jan 31, 2003
    based on 124 ratings
     | 7,735 views

    Series: What Happens When the Church Prays?

    “Every revival begins in a prayer meeting” –J. Edwin Orr “Whenever God intends great blessings for His people, He first sets them to praying” –Matthew Henry 1. The promise of revival: Acts 1:4-8. Predicted by John the Baptist. “You shall be baptized with the Holy Ghost, not many days from now” ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Lord's Prayer

    Contributed by Randy Croft on Mar 28, 2005
    based on 81 ratings
     | 21,580 views

    Learning to Pray like Jesus

    The Lord’s Prayer Learning to pray like Jesus Amazon has over 13,000 books listed on prayer. It surprised many people in our country a few years ago when a small little book, Prayer of Jabez, knocked Harry Potter from the #1 spot on the NY Times bestseller list. Over 50% of American’s have said ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Adrian Warnock avatar

    The Future Of The Kingdom

    Contributed by Adrian Warnock on Feb 17, 2007
    based on 5 ratings
     | 3,075 views

    The future’s bright...

    The future of the kingdom Adrian Warnock Audio and slides at http://jubilee-church.org/sermons/2003/08/kingdom-of-god.htm A possible World future…..? * Risk of economic deflation whilst gap between rich and poor grows- many now living on less than $2 per day * Clinical depression continuing to ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    "How To Become A Drunk?"

    Contributed by Jerry Depoy on Aug 15, 2005
    based on 36 ratings
     | 5,311 views

    Some accused the disciples on the Day of Pentecost of being "drunk." My response to that is: "Whatever they were drinking, I want some!" Our Churches need to have a "Pentecostal" experience." Here are five simple steps to becoming a drunk!

    "How to Become a Drunk?" Introduction: Some accused the disciples on the Day of Pentecost of being "drunk." My response to that is: "Whatever they were drinking, I want some!" Our Church needs to have a "Pentecostal" experience." Here is how! 1. Find a private place, and pray! The disciples ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Perry Greene avatar

    Plodding Along

    Contributed by Perry Greene on Dec 5, 2013
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,068 views

    The persistent person is usually more successful than the flash in the pan.

    1. "Plod" Etymologists tell us that the word, "plod" comes from a Middle English word for "puddle." The Danish have a similar word which means, "mud." A plodder is someone who is willing to get his feet wet and muddy to accomplish a task. In so doing, he will keep going. 2. History shows it is the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • I. Grant Spong avatar

    Who Do We Follow?

    Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Mar 30, 2014
     | 5,615 views

    We may call ourselves Christians, but is Jesus our Shepherd? Are we really following him or merely using his name to excuse following a man, a tradition or our own stubbornness?

    Intro: We often hear the 23rd Psalm read or recited at funerals, but did you know that it does not apply to everyone, only to the sheep of the Great Shepherd. Goal: To really understand the most popular of all the Psalms. Plan: We will go through Psalm 23 looking at some important details. I ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Tongues

    Contributed by Jeff Van Wyk on Aug 10, 2013
    based on 1 rating
     | 8,155 views

    Speaking in tongues sounds so foolish and it is for that reason many Christians do not speak or pray in tongues. However, it activates a power that unfolds the secrets and mysteries that God has in His heart for each and every one of His children

    Tongues Speaking in tongues sounds so foolish and it is for that reason many Christians do not speak or pray in tongues. However, it activates a power that unfolds the secrets and mysteries that God has in His heart for each and every one of His children. 1. Praying in tongues is speaking to ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic