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"Wise Guys Finish First"

Contributed by David Henderson on Sep 11, 2013

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Today we get to the topic of wisdom. And of all the topics he has discussed, wisdom could be the most important stimulus for spiritual growth. In other words if you plan to grow in the faith it will not happen if you do not first get wisdom.

Wise guys finish First” James 3:13-18 If you had the chance to ask for whatever you wanted, what would it be? The OT gives us the story of a man named Solomon. We find the record that Solomon showed his love for God by walking according to God’s law. God rewarded him by coming to ...read more

Scripture: James 3:13-18

Denomination: Baptist

Herod Missed The First Christmas Series

Contributed by Dr. Dave Hartson on Nov 24, 2021

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Don't let Christmas come and go and you do nothing about Christ.

INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION TO MISSING CHRISTMAS James Montgomery Boice was the pastor of the Tenth Presbyterian Church in Philadelphia from 1968 until his death in 2000. He also was on the Bible Study Hour on radio for about 30 years. And in his spare time, he wrote a considerable number of books. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

The Study Of First And Second Thessalonians Series

Contributed by Dr. William D. Poovey on Jul 24, 2015

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The Study Of First and Second Thessalonians

The Study Of First and Second Thessalonians 2 Timothy 3:16 (KJV) 16 All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness: Thessalonica was a large and prosperous city in Macedonia. It was located on the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:16

Denomination: Foursquare

Seeking First The Kingdom Of God

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 9, 2025

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Seeking first the kingdom of God is not a suggestion—it is a divine strategy for victorious living. It is God’s way of aligning our priorities so we can walk in supernatural supply, peace, and purpose.

SEEKING FIRST THE KINGDOM OF GOD By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Matthew 6:33 Supporting Texts: Psalm 37:4, Proverbs 3:5-6, Luke 12:31, Colossians 3:1-3, Matthew 13:44-46 INTRODUCTION: In a world filled with anxiety, competition, and the quest for survival, the words of Jesus in Matthew 6:33 ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:33

Denomination: Assembly Of God

You Don't Look Like Your Picture!

Contributed by Michael Stark on Feb 18, 2022

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The first church was powerful for the cause of Christ. When we match the present churches to that earliest congregation, we are often compelled to confess that we don't look like we are their descendants. It is past time for us to take steps to correct this situation.

“In the first book, O Theophilus, I have dealt with all that Jesus began to do and teach, until the day when he was taken up, after he had given commands through the Holy Spirit to the apostles whom he had chosen. He presented himself alive to them after his suffering by many proofs, appearing to ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Losing Your First Love

Contributed by Melvin Newland on Jan 31, 2001

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Jesus said, "This I have against you. You have forsaken your first love."

MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER CENTRAL CHRISTIAN, BROWNSVILLE, TX ILL. Edmund Burke said that very seldom does a man take one giant step from a life of virtue & goodness into a life of vice & corruption. Usually, he begins his journey into evil by taking little steps into the ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:1-5, Romans 9:1-3

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Gave Themselves First To God

Contributed by Steven Cannon on Sep 5, 2006

based on 9 ratings

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If you want to have a powerful offering give yourself first to God.

GAVE THEMSELVES FIRST TO THE LORD 2 Cor 8:1 And now, brothers, we want you to know about the grace that God has given the Macedonian churches. 2 Cor 8:2 Out of the most severe trial, their overflowing joy and their extreme poverty welled up in rich generosity. 2 Cor 8:3 For I testify that they ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 8:1-5

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

First Down: Focus On The Goal Series

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Feb 4, 2008

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Marriages, like football games, are won by many small plays by the team, instead of one grand play.

Four Play: Four Keys to a Winning Marriage Series First Down: Focus on the Goal Feb. 3, 2008 FBC, Chester Mike Fogerson, Pastor Introduction A Some marriages start out with a big play. 1 What are "big plays"? a $40,000 wedding, new home, new cars, the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:18

Denomination: Baptist

"The World's First Glance" Series

Contributed by Bradley Boydston on Jan 10, 2002

based on 19 ratings

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From the beginning, perceptive outsiders have been welcomed into the presence of Jesus.

Yesterday was the Twelfth Day of Christmas. That means that today is Epiphany. Epiphany means manifestation or revelation – a turning on of the light – the shining light. And in some ways Epiphany is about the light of the Christmas star – but it’s also about the Magi who followed that ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: *other

Seeking First God's Kingdom Series

Contributed by C Jordan on Nov 25, 2014

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Jesus gives us three keys to overcoming worry in our lives: Refuse to worry, meditate on God’s love, and put first things first – seek God’s kingdom.

TRANSFORMATION #5: SEEKING FIRST GOD’S KINGDOM INTRO TO TOPIC: We are living in a world where people worry about everything from the economy to the threat of terrorism and war. The world’s solutions to worry: Take pills! A LOOK AT WORRIES: A.J. Cronin, author-physician, analyzed ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:25-34

Denomination: *other

First Christmas Risk-Takers

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Dec 21, 2011

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Risk taking at times needs to be bold and calculated. Other times require spontaneity. Risk taking is taking on something that causes fear and has the possibility of failure. Risk taking is an essential ingredient in ministry in the Kingdom of God. Most B

Opening illustration: Three pastors have been called Monday to report to prison in Shiraz, a city in southwestern Iran, within the next 30 days in what is estimated to be an act of religious persecution. The pastors were essentially being sentenced for having meetings at home, making the government ...read more

Scripture: Acts 5:40-42

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God Must Come First Series

Contributed by Jake Kircher on Dec 28, 2005

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God must come first in our lives!

***As a leader, what needs to be your top priority to have success?*** On screen If you went out and asked different people who are considered leaders this question, what would be the responses you would get? Depending on who you asked, you would get different answers. ***Profit, ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 1:5-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Fellowship Of The Church

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Jul 20, 2007

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The fellowship of the church is critical for our growth. Fellowship is all about relationships, not activity. God is in the fellowship. It is about the meeting of needs.

The moment we come to know Christ, we are connected. • We are members of God’s household. • Verse 21: “…the whole building is joined together and rises to become a holy temple in the Lord.” • Verse 22 “you too are being built together to become a dwelling in which God lives by his Spirit.” This ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:19-22

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Church Anniversary. Birthday Of Church

Contributed by John Oquinn on Oct 23, 2018

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A look at Pentecost

120 YR Anniversary Acts 2 How many here enjoy having birthdays and growing another year older? I'm not even going to ask who the oldest person is. Just think about all of the changes that have taken place in our lifetime. Do you realize NASA had less computing power when they landed man on ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

First John Chapter Four

Contributed by Robert Kerr on Dec 21, 2000

based on 54 ratings

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Bible Study

PERFECTING LOVE - Chapt 4 I/ GUIDANCE OF THE HOLY SPIRIT Introduction: We need the power of God to win souls, to bring people into fellowship with God and the Church. In Zec 4:6 the bible says it is: "Not by might, nor by power, but by my spirit, saith the LORD of hosts." Here in the forth ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:1-21

Denomination: Baptist

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