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  • Elmer Towns avatar

    Seeing Jesus' Christmas Names Lesson 1 Series

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Aug 14, 2025
     | 178 views

    Jesus' Christmas Names

    A. THE ONLY BEGOTTEN SON “For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have everlasting life” (John 3:16). 1. The greatest verse: For God The greatest Being So The greatest degree Loved The greatest affection The ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Why Do We Praise Him Every Sunday Series

    Contributed by Brent Baker on Sep 13, 2005
    based on 193 ratings
     | 65,528 views

    This sermon helps us to see the difference between Worship and Praise and why do we praise Him each week

    Why We Do What We Do! Why Do We Praise Him? Psalms 63: 3-5 Over the next several weeks we are going to be answering the question why do we do what we do here at Spencer Christian Church. We are going to answer the question, why do we sing songs of praise, why do we worship each week, why do we ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Disciplines For Discipleship Series

    Contributed by Scott Kircher on Nov 16, 2009
    based on 10 ratings
     | 6,125 views

    Looks at Paul’s closing to the first letter to the Thessalonians

    Disciplines of Discipleship 1 Thessalonians 5:16-28 Be Joyful Be Prayerful Be thankful Fan into Flame the zeal of the Spirit Heed the Word of God Test the Truthfulness of Teaching Focus on that which is Good Avoid that which is Evil Slide Introduction Knowing God’s will. It is something that ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Concerning The Collection - Part 1 Series

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Jul 9, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,977 views

    This sermon examines the first of eight principles "concerning the collection."

    Scripture We continue our study in The First Letter of Paul to the Corinthians in a series I am calling Challenges Christians Face. One of the challenges that Christians face is the issue of finances. For the next four Sundays I plan to preach on the subject of financial stewardship. Although ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    How To Overcome Evil With Good Instead Of Being Overcome By Evil - 911

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Sep 6, 2002
    based on 224 ratings
     | 44,598 views

    How to Overcome Evil With Good Instead of Being Overcome By Evil – Rom. 12:21 (A message for the week of 911)

    How to Overcome Evil With Good Instead of Being Overcome By Evil – Rom. 12:21 75% of Americans said they felt depressed after the incident of 911, 2001. How are you feeling today? Some events in human history impact us so greatly, that we will forever remember the circumstance surrounding where ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Victory

    Contributed by John Kapteyn on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 14 ratings
     | 7,620 views

    1. Last week we saw the destruction of Babylon, which marked the end of the history of this world in its present form.

    1. Last week we saw the destruction of Babylon, which marked the end of the history of this world in its present form. Babylon was destroyed forever. 2. Today we again see the destruction of Babylon, but from the perspective of heaven. Rather than a scene of lamenting we see a scene of joy. 3. ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Bless God Who Blessed Us Series

    Contributed by David Welch on Feb 14, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,874 views

    First in the Ephesians Series dealing with the blessing of God.

    Ephesians Series #1 “Bless the Lord” INTRODUCTION TO THE SERIES Paul’s letter to the church at Ephesus is an essential foundation of the New Testament and warrants frequent visits for deeper understanding. Any portion of the Bible has basic truths that never change but the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

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    Managing Anger God's Way Pt 1 Series

    Contributed by David Welch on Jun 30, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,806 views

    First in a four part series on managing anger

    “Understanding and Managing Anger Pt 1” INTRODUCTION In our study of bitterness, we discovered the devastating effects of sustained anger and unforgiveness not only for the individual but also for everyone they touch. Bitterness has to do with negative thoughts and feelings toward someone who has ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

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    But I Love Steak! Series

    Contributed by Paul Decker on Jun 13, 2004
    based on 29 ratings
     | 5,518 views

    We are to be known first for our love.

    BUT I LOVE STEAK! I Corinthians 8:1-13 S: Love and freedom C: Love is a larger priority over freedom Th: Live the Difference Pr: WE ARE TO BE KNOWN FIRST BY OUR LOVE. ?: Why? KW: Issues TS: We will find in our study of I Corinthians 8:1-13, two issues that need the application of love. The ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Introduction To 1 Peter Series

    Contributed by H. Kevin Derr on Sep 13, 2004
    based on 37 ratings
     | 7,267 views

    A general introduction to the book of First Peter

    August 29, 2004 First Church of the Brethren H. Kevin Derr 1 Peter 1:1-9 “Introduction to 1 Peter & the Greeting” Peter, an apostle of Jesus Christ, To God’s elect, strangers in the world, scattered throughout Pontus, Galatia, Cappadocia, Asia and Bithynia, 2who have been chosen according to ...read more

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    Denomination: Brethren

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    Preparing To Hear God Series

    Contributed by Joe Holman on Oct 20, 2004
    based on 69 ratings
     | 34,733 views

    The first in a series on learning to listen to God.

    Can You Hear Me Now? Preparing To Hear God Intro: Starting a new series…Can You Hear Me Now. Be interrupted by someone walking across the stage, and then asking that in their cell phone. Let me ask you….If God were to call you today, could you hear Him now? Illust; C.B. Radios. We had one ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Living The Virtuous Life: Love Series

    Contributed by Philip Barner on Feb 22, 2006
    based on 21 ratings
     | 15,501 views

    The first in a series on the 7 Cardinal Virtues.

    Living the Virtuous Life: Love (I John 4:7-21) By Rev. Phil Barner Many have heard that there are 7 deadly sins (pride, anger, envy, lust, sloth, gluttony, covetousness). Early in the life of the church they had to address the common Greek attitude toward sin. The general consensus was that sins ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Gift Of The Promise Series

    Contributed by John Knight on May 2, 2002
    based on 8 ratings
     | 4,533 views

    First in series. The gift of the promise of the messiah.

    The Gift Of The Promise Genesis 12:1-3 Introduction: Tis the season to give gifts Hustle and bustle of those around us Stores are full "Little Paws Adventures"? – Insights for Living-Chuck Swindol God has given us FOUR gifts by which we can understand the true purpose and meaning of ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

  • Ed Wood avatar

    Jesus, The Hope Of The World Series

    Contributed by Ed Wood on May 30, 2002
    based on 196 ratings
     | 36,280 views

    1st in First John Series

    JESUS, THE HOPE OF THE WORLD 1 John 1:1-4 INTRO: In the letter of 1 John, John gives several keys as to why the book was written. One of the reasons for 1 John is to promote joy (1:4). The second reason he gives us this book is to prevent sin (2:1). In other words, that we might be strengthened ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Fellowship With God Series

    Contributed by Ed Wood on Jun 3, 2002
    based on 115 ratings
     | 36,208 views

    2nd in First John Series

    FELLOWSHIP WITH GOD 1 John 1:5-7 INTRO: Today, I want to talk to you about fellowship with God. We would count it a great privilege if the President of the United States were to want to fellowship with us. We’d be honored. Yet the God of this universe, the King of Kings and Lord of Lords desires ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist