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  • Byron Sherman avatar

    Expectations For Godly Living-1

    Contributed by Byron Sherman on Mar 21, 2023
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    1 of 6. Titus was exhorted by the apostle Paul, to expose God’s people to the expectations for godly living. All God’s people are answerable to His expectations for godly living. But, What are some expectations for godly living by God’s people?

    EXPECTATIONS For GODLY LIVING-I—Titus 2:1-15 Attention: Use Your Elbows: A Grandmother was giving directions to her grown grandson who was coming with his wife, to visit her for the first time in her new place: She told him, “You come to the front door of the apartment complex. I live in ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Expectations For Godly Living-Part 3

    Contributed by Byron Sherman on Mar 21, 2023
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    3 of 6. Titus was exhorted by the apostle Paul, to expose God’s people to the expectations for godly living. All God’s people are answerable to His expectations for godly living. But, What are some expectations for godly living by God’s people?

    EXPECTATIONS For GODLY LIVING-III—Titus 2:1-15 Attention: Inside the massive effort to tackle one of America’s greatest rabies threats: Rabies is caused by a virus known as Lyssavirus. There are different variants of the virus, that tend to be specific to certain animal hosts—like a variant that ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • T.J. Conwell avatar

    Why Do The Rescued Praise The Lord? Series

    Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Mar 24, 2025
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    We must heed the warning of the Lord; it is the same warning Isaiah preaches here! But, why? Because He is returning to judge the Earth - not to scare us, but to prepare us! We must know that He is not a God of fear, but of love because He gives us sufficient warning of what is ahead!

    Isaiah, Part 11 Why do the rescued praise the Lord? Isaiah 26:7-21 (Wed: 27:1-13) Introduction - Welcome to Seasons! We are so glad you are here today. - Last week, we saw God’s people praise Him during His judgments because: • His people are kept under His protection in a city created by ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Sandeep Samson avatar

    Unshaken: Standing Firm In The Face Of Persecution Series

    Contributed by Sandeep Samson on Apr 8, 2025
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    As we head into the era of chaos where the the world is in crisis, with War and battle zones drawn, frequent natural disasters across nations, political upheavals and unrest, Injustice, pride, selfishness and Godlessness prevails. Christians face rampant persecution.

    I. Stand Firm in Conviction Core Verse: Daniel 3:16-18 16 Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego, answered and said to the king, O Nebuchadnezzar, we are not careful to answer thee in this matter. 17 If it be so, our God whom we serve is able to deliver us from the burning fiery furnace, and he ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Let God Be Judge Series

    Contributed by Paul Barreca on Jul 7, 2014
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     | 9,368 views

    One of the characteristics of a worldly minded Christian is a judgmental spirit. This sermon draws a distinction between speaking the truth about sin, and lifting ourselves up as the judge over other people's behavior.

    If you have ever seen a court proceeding in England, you will have noticed that British judges and lawyers still wear Victorian era wigs at certain times in the proceedings. Most important, a judge will put on a long white wig prior to announcing the verdict to a defendant. There is a reason for ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Flood Insurance

    Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Dec 31, 2000
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    The story of the flood tells us that God holds the world accountable for its behavior. He is in control, but he is patient, and he rewards the righteous.

    On January 1st I told my wife that I hoped I would never hear the phrase Y2K again. I was so tired of hearing it all through 1999, only to have it go by without a glitch. But then we had to wait until the first business day before we really knew if we got by Y2K A.O.K. Still, not the slightest ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Taking Responsibility For Me

    Contributed by Wayne Searls on Apr 24, 2002
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     | 6,180 views

    To motivate the hearer to examine his/her behavior in order that he/she may take a more proactive approach when conflict arises.

    TAKING RESPONSIBILITY FOR ME Matthew 5:38-48 TEXT: "You have heard that it was said, ’An eye for an eye and a tooth for a tooth.’ 39 "But I tell you not to resist an evil person. But whoever slaps you on your right cheek, turn the other to him also. 40 "If anyone wants to sue you and take away ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

  • David Dykes avatar

    Too Graced To Be Two-Faced Series

    Contributed by David Dykes on Sep 5, 2013
    based on 8 ratings
     | 28,620 views

    THE ART OF STUMBLING When Peter’s behavior didn’t line up with the gospel, Paul confronted him publicly.

    INTRODUCTION Someone sent me a list of popular sayings third graders were asked to complete. Their surprise endings made me smile. 1. Better safe than punch a fifth grader. 2. Strike while the bug is close. 3. It’s always darkest before Daylight Savings Time. 4. Don’t bite the hand ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • K. Edward Skidmore avatar

    The Hour Of Darkness And A Servant King Series

    Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on Dec 9, 2014
     | 5,569 views

    The behavior of Jesus at the last supper was in line with what Jesus would do the next day on the cross. Through it all, Jesus was the servant king.

    The Hour of Darkness and a Servant King ("The King whose Scepter is a Towel"- title from a message by Daryl Johnson) John 13:1-17 INTRODUCTION: What do you picture when you hear the word “KING”? The first word that comes to my mind is POWER. And if I hear KING of KINGS I think ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Dennis Davidson avatar

    Living A Wise Life Series

    Contributed by Dennis Davidson on May 19, 2011
    based on 10 ratings
     | 19,632 views

    Proverbs is a guide book that teachings its readers how to lead wise, godly lives and how to avoid the pitfalls of unwise, ungodly behavior.

    PROVERBS 1:1 LIVING A WISE LIFE [Proverbs 10: 17] The book of Proverbs is sound sense for successful living. It is so needed today because as late British poet T. S. Eliot asked; "Where is the wisdom we have lost in knowledge? Where is the knowledge we have lost in information?" We are ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Perry Greene avatar

    Critiquing The Critic Series

    Contributed by Perry Greene on Aug 8, 2012
     | 5,096 views

    Speaking in condemning, critical ways seems to be second nature to us. However, James gives us reason and instruction to prevent this sinful behavior.

    1. “No New Taxes” Illustration Who said, “Read my lips. No new taxes”? "Read my lips: no new taxes" is the famous phrase spoken by then presidential candidate George H. W. Bush at the 1988 Republican National Convention as he accepted the nomination on August 18th. Written ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Paul Andrew avatar

    Sixteenth Sunday In Ordinary Time, Cycle A; 16th Sunday , Year A-- Weeds And Wheat

    Contributed by Paul Andrew on May 21, 2020
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    This parable doesn’t mean that we tolerate all sorts of bad behavior. Jesus doesn’t condone weed (pun intended).

    If we ask, "why is there evil in the world?" we must also ask "why is there good in the world?" We get our answers this Sunday: Beginning with pre-history “while everybody was asleep” (Matthew 13:24-30), the weeds represent the enemies of God, who are: Satan, demons, and humans ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

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    What Do You Value Most?

    Contributed by Terry Hovey on Jul 28, 2023
     | 1,786 views

    What do you value most? If you’re not sure how to answer that question, then maybe you should try looking at those things you spend the most time and effort in...

    What Do You Value Most? Matthew 13:44-52 What do you value most? If you’re not sure how to answer that question, then maybe you should try looking at those things you spend the most time and effort in, because it is a well-known fact that you spend the most time pursuing that which you desire the ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Psalm 55 Series

    Contributed by Sam Mccormick on Mar 2, 2020
     | 7,413 views

    How excruciating is the heartbreak from the betrayal of a trusted friend! David expresses his anguish as only David can.

    For Sermon Central researchers: I have posted a series of 15 sermons on the Psalms. In recent personal studies I have found the psalms to be richer and more thought-provoking than I had fully appreciated. I had too often swept swiftly through psalms without slowing down to inquire as thoroughly as ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • David Flowers avatar

    Putting Your Roots Down Series

    Contributed by David Flowers on Aug 19, 2006
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     | 4,328 views

    Life Management 101, part 6. Dave sees Psalm 1 as laying out some life steps that lead logically to godliness (and thus a kind of prosperity or productivity) and some that lead logically to godlessness (vanity). The progression in verse 1 of walk-stand-

    Putting Your Roots Down Life Management 101, part 6 Wildwind Community Church David Flowers July 23, 2006 Today I want to talk to you about putting your roots down. The last few weeks have probably been the richest series we have ever done here on spiritual formation. I called the series Life ...read more

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    Denomination: Free Methodist