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  • Justin Steckbauer avatar

    Can I Lose My Salvation? The Answer Might Surprise You

    Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Jun 17, 2022
    based on 2 ratings
     | 2,344 views

    One of the most important questions about how salvation works in Christ is the question, after having received salvation in Christ, as I continue my journey through life, can I lose it? Is falling away possible? Or is my salvation eternally secure?

    One of the most important questions about how salvation works in Christ is the question, after having received salvation in Christ, as I continue my journey through life, can I lose it? Is falling away possible? Or is my salvation eternally secure? This is probably the single most contentious ...read more

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    Denomination: Salvation Army

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    Abimelech, King Of Gerar Series

    Contributed by John Lowe on Sep 29, 2022
     | 2,383 views

    A few years after this, Abimelech visited Abraham, who had moved southward beyond his territory, and entered into an alliance of peace and friendship with him. This league was the first of which we have any record. A mutual oath confirmed it at Beer-sheba (Genesis 21:22-34).

    Tom lowe 1/5/2022 Abimelech, King of Gerar Abimelech means "my father a king" or "father of a king." This is the name of 5 biblical men; 4 were kings. Abimelech was the common name for Philistine kings, as the name "Pharaoh" is for Egyptian kings. Abimelech, the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    How Jesus' Concern For Details Did Not Distract Him From His Main Goals

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 45 ratings
     | 6,047 views

    It is not uncommon to find people who get so wrapped up in details that lose sight of more important goals. Similarly, it is common to find people who are only interested in taking on jobs that will earn big rewards while spurning smaller jobs. Jesus’ min

    It is not uncommon to find people who get so wrapped up in details that lose sight of more important goals. Similarly, it is common to find people who are only interested in taking on jobs that will earn big rewards while spurning smaller jobs. Jesus’ ministry balanced the macroscopic with the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Church Still Works

    Contributed by Patrick Nix on Sep 30, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,294 views

    September 26, 2010, will mark a very important day in the short history of our church. It is a “12-stone memorial” type of day (see Joshua 4). I truly believe Lighthouse Baptist Church is a church that will stand the test of time – and here’s why…

    September 26, 2010, will mark a very important day in the short history of our church. It is a “12-stone memorial” type of day (see Joshua 4). Not only are we closing out a series of messages about the church, but we will be putting our faith, hope, and love into action by signing the church ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Walk As Love, Light And Wise

    Contributed by Carl Allen on Dec 12, 2006
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     | 5,403 views

    Why is it so important that we "Walking In Love, Light, And Wisdom"? As indicated in Ep 5:1, we are to be "followers of God as dear children"; and just as God is "love, light, and wisdom" personified, so we should try to imitate our Father!

    Walk as Love, Light, And Wise Ephesians 5:1-21 INTRODUCTION 1. We are now entering chapter five, we have looked at how to "walk worthy of the calling with which you were called" 2. Now we are going to learn about our "walk" (or conduct) which is love, light, and wise Why is it so ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Benefits And Dangers Of Routine

    Contributed by Howard Strickland on Apr 28, 2007
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    Routine is necessary. Getting up and lying down, brushing your teeth and eating right are all requirements to feel well and to look your best. A work ethic is very important! The fact is a person without any routine would be an individual in trouble!

    The Benefits and Dangers of Routine Text: I Corinthians 10:31 31 Therefore, whether you eat or drink, or whatever you do, do all to the glory of God. Routine is necessary. Getting up and lying down, brushing your teeth and eating right are all requirements to feel well and to look your ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Obey God's Plan For Giving Series

    Contributed by Troy Borst on Nov 10, 2003
    based on 37 ratings
     | 8,996 views

    My desire as your pastor is that all of you experience success in your Christian life. One of the more important aspects of any Christian’s life is giving and tithing and we will look at that topic today. The passage that we will look at is a simple one

    8 RULES FOR LIVING A SUCCESSFUL CHRISTIAN LIFE: OBEY GOD’S PLAN FOR GIVING MATTHEW 19:16-22 INTRODUCTION What does a successful Christian life look like? My desire as your pastor is that all of you experience success in your Christian life. I would define ‘success’ in the Christian life as being ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    A Family Affair

    Contributed by Martin Holland on Jan 13, 2012
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     | 10,027 views

    The most important thing in our world today is about to be extinct if we do not protect it. This I am referring to is the family. Our nation, churches and society will only be as strong as the families that makes them up. With God’s help there is hope.

    A Family Affair Genesis 1:26-31 Vs.28 And God blesses them, and God said unto them, Be fruitful, and multiply, and replenish the earth… Mention: Genesis 12:3 In thee all the families of the earth shall be bless Also: Malachi 2:15 That He might seek a godly seed A society of people will never be ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Satan's Modus Operandi

    Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Oct 30, 2009
    based on 7 ratings
     | 11,068 views

    It’s important to recognize how our enemy works so we can be prepared to fight and win the spiritual battles we face. Let’s see what we can learn about Satan’s mode of operation.

    SATAN’S MODUS OPERANDI INTRODUCTION: Satan is real. Some people think Satan is not a literal being. They take the ‘D’ out of ‘devil’ so that you don’t have the person of the devil; you instead have the influence of evil. But that’s not reality. Satan’s greatest deception is to convince people ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Merry Christmax

    Contributed by Anoop Samuel on Dec 7, 2011
    based on 11 ratings
     | 5,797 views

    Surprise! Celebrating Christmas will not take you to heaven. Many Christians believe that celebrating Christmas is very important which would help them be on the good side with God and will take them to heaven. As Christians, we have to think about how t

    Merry Christmax (Isaiah 9:6) Surprise! Celebrating Christmas will not take you to heaven. Many Christians believe that celebrating Christmas is very important which would help them be on the good side with God and will take you to heaven. We are living in times in which technology will help you ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Rodelio Mallari avatar

    Some Things Money Cannot Buy

    Contributed by Rodelio Mallari on Nov 20, 2010
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     | 7,822 views

    One of the most common temptations is that of a desire to obtain wealth. Material things become "gods" to not a few people. All kinds of evil comes from pursuing wealth. Among them is our eyes get blinded to the more important things in life.

    Intro: One of the most common temptations is that of a desire to obtain wealth. Material things become "gods" to not a few people (Eph. 5:5). All kinds of evil comes from pursuing wealth. Among them is our eyes get blinded to the more important things in life. The Lord considered this to be ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

  • Olusegun Ayobami Sanni avatar

    Escape For Your Life

    Contributed by Olusegun Ayobami Sanni on Mar 19, 2018
    based on 1 rating
     | 13,153 views

    We have heard a lot of teachingsand seminar concerning the coming judgment, the most important thing is to allow these teachings work in your life by doing the right thing, by escaping for your life, making sure that you are safe from the coming judgment

    Intro: We have heard a lot of teachings and seminar concerning the coming judgment, the most important thing is to allow these teachings work in your life by doing the right thing, by escaping for your life, making sure that you are safe from the coming judgment Outline 1. Sodom and Gomorah ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Justin Steckbauer avatar

    Christianity And Other Religions: Many Roads Or Exclusive Path?

    Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on May 3, 2021
     | 1,744 views

    A common objection to exclusive faith in Jesus Christ is "What about other religions?" How can Christians claim to have the exclusive truth when there are so many other religions? It's a very important question.

    A common objection to exclusive faith in Jesus Christ is "What about other religions?" How can Christians claim to have the exclusive truth when there are so many other religions? It's a very important question. But the Christian really need not see all religions aside from ...read more

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    Denomination: Salvation Army

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    A True Love

    Contributed by Norman Bernad on Sep 23, 2020
     | 1,722 views

    On Valentine's Day everybody may be talking about love but do most people really understand how important real love is-to a marriage-to a relationship-to the home-to the Christian life-even to the church!

    A True Love (A True Valentina) 1. Exodus 32:30-33 2. Philemon: 1.8-20 3. Psalm : 136 On Valentine's Day everybody may be talking about love but do most people really understand how important real love is-to a marriage-to a ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Has God Finished With Israel?

    Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on Apr 16, 2014
    based on 3 ratings
     | 4,958 views

    A short talk asking an important question. This parable has often been used to say that God's promises to Israel have all been transferred away from Israel and given to the church. Is this what Jesus was saying? Who was he talking to?

    When Stevie Wonder appeared on Top of the Pops and sang, “I just called to say I love you” – who was he singing to? Was it the studio audience? Was it the wider TV audience? Or was it the person on the other end of the phone? I’m almost certain it was the latter. Does it ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican