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  • Stephen Smith avatar

    A Marriage Made Heaven? Series

    Contributed by Stephen Smith on Sep 30, 2019
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    The Old Testament tale of a Love story in which Yahweh, as a spiritual husband, pledges himself in marriage to the nation of Israel. The wedding, recorded in Exodus 19 and 24, takes place at Mount Sinai following Israel's deliverance from Egypt.

    The Bible: A Love Story Pt 1: A Marriage made in Heaven? We often refer to the Old Testament scriptures as falling into the category of the 'Old Covenant'. In their turn, the New Testament scriptures are, more properly, referred to as the 'New Covenant' (Jer.31:31; ...read more

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    Denomination: Brethren

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    Can You Worship At A Church Business Meeting Series

    Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Mar 18, 2015
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    Everything the church does must be worshipful, even the business meetings.

    Can You Worship at a Church Business Meeting? Acts 1:15-26 The Apostles, in obedience to the Lord’s directive had just returned to Jerusalem. Luke records that they were full of joy and went into an upper room where they continued in prayer and making intercession. It also says that they ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Six Woes.

    Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Mar 9, 2023
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    Our Lord Jesus did not hesitate to rebuke hypocrisy.

    SIX WOES. Luke 11:37-54. A Pharisee invited Jesus to dine with him (LUKE 11:37). Though this man was probably not converted, Jesus did not refuse to recline at table with him. Jesus accepted the hospitality of the Pharisee, but did not fail to use the opportunity to speak out against the whole ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Amen!

    Contributed by Robert Leroe on Sep 20, 2004
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    In a world filled with uncertainty we need this word that expresses confidence in God’s actions and attributes.

    Sermon: “Amen!” Revelation 7:9-12 Pastor Bob Leroe, Cliftondale Congregational Church, Saugus, Massachusetts There are only 4 words common to all languages: Amen, Alleluia, OK, and Coca-Cola. The one I want to focus on, amen, is a word we all know and say regularly, regardless of what ...read more

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    Denomination: Congregational

  • Byron Harvey avatar

    Kingdoms In Conflict Series

    Contributed by Byron Harvey on Nov 23, 2007
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    I preach expository messages, and this is the eighth in my series on the Book of Acts.

    “Kingdoms in Conflict” Acts 4:1-22 6.17.07 The book of Acts chronicles the story of the early church in the days following the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the grave. Until we get to chapter 4, it’s just one tremendous event after another. Jesus ascends to Heaven before the eyes of His ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    Broken Promises -- Part 2 Of Series Series

    Contributed by Guy Glass on Sep 27, 2010
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    THE REASON BEHIND UNFAITHFULNESS IS BROKEN PROMISES IN OUR RELATIONSHIP WITH GOD.

    ON THE ROAD TO RESTORATION A Study In The Book Of Hosea – Part 2 BROKEN PROMISES Hosea 2:2-23 PROPOSITION: THE REASON BEHIND UNFAITHFULNESS IS BROKEN PROMISES IN OUR RELATIONSHIP WITH GOD. INTRODUCTION: AS WE CONTINUE OUR STUDY OF THE BOOK OF HOSEA, WE ARE CONFRONTED WITH THE FOUNDATIONAL REASON ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Tough Love

    Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Aug 1, 2020
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    A warning not only for Israel then, but for the church now. The long-suffering of God.

    TOUGH LOVE. Matthew 23:13-39. 1. Jesus spares not to warn those who are on the path to “the damnation of hell” (Matthew 23:33), using such expressions as “woe unto you” (eight times), “hypocrites” (seven times), “blind guides” or “fools and blind” (five times), “ye serpents, (ye) generation of ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Christian Response To Persecution Series

    Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Jan 4, 2020
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     | 3,982 views

    If and when we are persecuted, how shall we resond?

    The Christian Response to Persecution Acts 4:23-31 In America, where I live, we formally have freedom to worship and express our religious views. I use the word “formally” because there is increasing erosion to these freedoms. We have not suffered the severe persecution our Christian brothers ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    An "Under The Sun” View Of Church Series

    Contributed by John Hubert on Mar 23, 2007
    based on 9 ratings
     | 4,690 views

    Using the criticisms of the disillusioned church goer in Ecclesiastes, this message presents how Christians can grow as individuals and as a church.

    Ecc 5:1-7 (ESV) Guard your steps when you go to the house of God. To draw near to listen is better than to offer the sacrifice of fools, for they do not know that they are doing evil. (2) Be not rash with your mouth, nor let your heart be hasty to utter a word before God, for God is in heaven ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    "We Give Up Hope On No One.”

    Contributed by Dr. Jerry Morrissey on Sep 14, 2001
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     | 4,542 views

    Year C. Sixteenth Sunday after Pentecost September 23, 2001 Title: “We give up hope on no one.” 1Timothy 2: 1-7

    Year C. Sixteenth Sunday after Pentecost September 23, 2001 Title: “We give up hope on no one.” 1Timothy 2: 1-7 Paul always taught sound doctrine that guides individuals, right conduct, the “is,” what is from God’s side, forms the basis for the “ought,” ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Paul Fritz avatar

    How To Help People Listen More Effectively – Mark 4:20

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 26, 2002
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     | 4,958 views

    How to Help People Listen More Effectively – Mark 4:20

    How to Help People Listen More Effectively – Mark 4:20 Jesus said, “Others, like seed sown on good soil, HEAR the word, accept it, and produce a crop – thirty, sixty or even a hundred times what was sown.” Jesus said, “You will know them by their fruit.” “Be doers of the word and not merely ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Tower Builder And The Warring King Series

    Contributed by Mark Eberly on Jul 28, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 10,327 views

    We examine two parables that deal with discipleship and specifically the carefully weighing the cost of following Jesus. No matter where you are spiritually, Jesus calls us to seriously consider discipleship.

    The Parables of Jesus The Tower Builder and the Warring King Luke 14:28-32 July 26, 2009 This week we are going to turn to two parables that are about discipleship. It is a “Who from you…” parable. This refers to the phrase in verse 28 of Luke 14 that in the NIV says, “suppose one of you.” ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

  • Tim Patrick avatar

    God Uses The Ordinary

    Contributed by Tim Patrick on Mar 3, 2008
    based on 8 ratings
     | 8,708 views

    Learn how God will use ordinary people in His service.

    It is amazing how ordinary people sometimes rise above the masses to accomplish great things. • Abraham Lincoln was born in a log cabin yet rose to become one of our greatest presidents. • Michael Jordan was cut from his middle school basketball ball team because he was an ordinary player. • Dolly ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Mary, Tryphena, Tryphosa, And Persis

    Contributed by Davon Huss on Sep 2, 2013
     | 7,155 views

    A sermon on evangelism for people who are not teachers or church leaders from Romans 16:6,12

    HoHum: A large company, feeling it was time for a shakeup, hired a new CEO. This new boss was determined to rid the company of all slackers. On a tour of the facilities, the CEO noticed a guy leaning on a wall. The room was full of workers and he wanted to let them know that he meant business! ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Robert Butler avatar

    Bible - Why Bother? #4 Series

    Contributed by Robert Butler on Nov 1, 2019
     | 2,460 views

    The inspiration of the writers of scripture, and the sovereign work of the Holy Spirit in determining the canon of scripture, the ongoing impact of the scriptures in our lives and in the Christian mission give us complete confidence in the authority and reliability of the Bible.

    So then, dear friends, since you are looking forward to this, make every effort to be found spotless, blameless and at peace with him. 15 Bear in mind that our Lord’s patience means salvation, just as our dear brother Paul also wrote you with the wisdom that God gave him. 16 He writes the same way ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational