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  • Barry O Johnson avatar

    We Can Live In Perfect Peace

    Contributed by Barry O Johnson on Nov 3, 2017
     | 9,934 views

    Jesus says the world will treat His followers just like it treated him. But He says that we can have peace in the midst of the persecution. Sadly, we don't see peace operating in the lives of most Christians. Why not?

    If you spend any length of time listening to or reading what the media (conservative and liberal) are saying about politics, which is most often focused on President Trump, and social issues like racism, the anthem protests, BLM, the Alt-right, etc., you might believe our country is teetering on ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Trust And Obey

    Contributed by Aubrey Vaughan on Apr 8, 2010
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     | 9,492 views

    This sermon looks at the need for believers to Trust and obey their Godly leaders to stand against false teachers to trust and obey the apostles doctrine and the Gospel experience of mercy and grace. That Christ can transform a life these are all reaso

    1 Tim 1:1-20 Trust & Obey. Authorship: Mid 60 AD • Possible to be a time when Paul was released (After Acts) and shortly rearrested and finally martyred and some of the events mentioned happened during his time of liberty. • Timothy was a close associate of Paul converted ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Why Jesus Concentrated On Only Twelve Disciples

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Sep 17, 2006
     | 2,933 views

    Jesus concentrated on teaching, training and developing twelve disciples into church leaders. By putting quality ahead of quantity, the Lord set a pattern for how godly leaders are to develop. There can be no short cuts to developing leaders for the churc

    Why Jesus Concentrated on Only Twelve Disciples by Paul Fritz Mark 3:14-3:14 In a world where bigger is usually assorted with better, it seems that Jesus might be considered a failure by today’s standards. After all, the Lord spent most of His time with only twelve disciples, one of whom ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Tips For Teachers

    Contributed by John Kapteyn on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 87 ratings
     | 7,551 views

    1. Have you ever considered what are some of the essential characteristics of a Godly teacher? Too many teachers are interested in teaching others before they educate themselves.

    1. Have you ever considered what are some of the essential characteristics of a Godly teacher? Too many teachers are interested in teaching others before they educate themselves. Paul writes, "You who teach others, do you not teach yourself?" Failure of teachers to grow in Christ remains the ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    The Certainty Of Growth Series

    Contributed by James Buchanan on Sep 9, 2003
    based on 34 ratings
     | 8,094 views

    The second in a series of 5 sermons dealing with abundant living from 2 Peter 1:3-11. We have everything we need for life and godliness!

    A young minister about to deliver his first sermon asked a retired pastor for advice on how to capture the congregation’s attention. "Start with an opening line that’s certain to grab them," the older man said. "For example: ’Some of the best years of my life were spent in the arms of a woman who ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Effort For Living Series

    Contributed by James Buchanan on Sep 9, 2003
    based on 59 ratings
     | 9,906 views

    The Thirdin a series of 5 sermons dealing with abundant living from 2 Peter 1:3-11. We have everything we need for life and godliness!

    A young woman was on vacation in the depths of Louisiana. She wanted a pair of genuine alligator shoes in the worst way, but was very reluctant to pay the high prices the local vendors were asking. After becoming very frustrated with the "no haggle" attitude of one of the shopkeepers, the blonde ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Our Quality Of Living Series

    Contributed by James Buchanan on Sep 9, 2003
    based on 41 ratings
     | 6,993 views

    The fourth in a series of 5 sermons dealing with abundant living from 2 Peter 1:3-11. We have everything we need for life and godliness!

    A sports fan was sitting in the top row at the Super Bowl, barely able to see the field. He noticed a vacant seat about 3 rows back on the 50-yard line. It was still vacant when the second quarter started, so he went down and asked the man seated next to it if anyone was sitting there. The man ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    The Assurance Of Life Series

    Contributed by James Buchanan on Sep 9, 2003
    based on 45 ratings
     | 10,204 views

    The first in a series of 5 sermons dealing with abundant living from 2 Peter 1:3-11. We have everything we need for life and godliness!

    Dwight Nelson recently told a true story about a pastor. The pastor had a kitten that climbed up a tree in his backyard and was then afraid to come down. The pastor coaxed, offered warm milk, etc. The kitty would not come down. The tree was not sturdy enough to climb, so the pastor decided that if ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Family Matters Series

    Contributed by Robert Odle on May 13, 2003
    based on 33 ratings
     | 7,692 views

    In our pursuit of godly character we must recommit ourselves to doing family God’s way: children submit and parents nurture in God’s ways.

    Character Counts! Family Matters (Ephesians 6:1-4) Theme: God created the family to reflect His character. Purpose: What do I want to happen in the hearer when I preach this sermon? A. Increased insight. After I preach this sermon, the hearer should be able to see that the American family is ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Everything We Need Series

    Contributed by James Buchanan on Mar 27, 2003
    based on 124 ratings
     | 20,107 views

    The first in a series of 5 sermons dealing with abundant living from 2 Peter 1:3-11. We have everything we need for life and godliness!

    Two old friends met one day after many years. One attended college, and now was very successful. The other had not attended college and never had much ambition. The successful one said, "How has everything been going with you?" "Well, one day I opened the Bible at random, and dropped my ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    The Man's Role In The Home Series

    Contributed by Douglas Bryan on Jun 21, 2004
    based on 39 ratings
     | 10,221 views

    This message addresses how a godly man treats his wife. (Some of the material was taken from Jeffrey Anselmi’s sermon "The Roles of the Christian Husband."

    HOME BUILDERS: THE MAN’S ROLE IN THE HOME Ephesians 5:21-31 INTRODUCTION: A. This week I ran across a list of things you’ll never hear Dad say–Here are the top 4. ILL> Top 4 Things You’ll Never Hear Dad Say 4. Hey, kids, your mother and I are going away for a few days. You might ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Attaining Righteousness

    Contributed by Robert Bravo on Jun 25, 2007
     | 6,500 views

    God calls us to live a righteous life and to be godly, but many peole say this is impossible. The quesiton is would a Holy God ask us to do something impossible?.

    How do we get right with God? Romans 3:21 - 26 (NIV) 21But now a righteousness from God, apart from law, has been made known, to which the Law and the Prophets testify. 22This righteousness from God comes through faith in Jesus Christ to all who believe. There is no difference, 23for all have ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    The Good Of Unity

    Contributed by Mel Shepherd on Jul 2, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 9,985 views

    The lesson we’re going to learn by the time we get to the end of this chapter is the good that comes from God when godly people hang tightly together.

    Title: “The Good of Unity” Text: 2 Samuel 10:1-19 Introduction: You know David was a very friendly person even though he was a warrior with the blood on his hands from the deaths of many enemies. As we begin this chapter we begin with the recognition of a friendship that existed between David ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    When Sorrow Is In Tune With God

    Contributed by Bruce Willis on Jul 4, 2007
    based on 19 ratings
     | 5,211 views

    This sermon deals with what can happen in our lives when we respond to sorrow in a godly way; it can bring about repentance, redemption as well as renewal.

    Sorrow and heartache are common to all of us. To pass through life without feeling the hurt of disappointment, the sting of rebuke or the pain of unfulfilled desires is impossible. Sorrow is a part of life and it comes not only at the point of death, but at any sense of loss. The church at ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Part 7 - Goodness Series

    Contributed by Rev. Bruce A. Shields on Aug 21, 2006
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,892 views

    In part 7 of the fruits of the spirit series we will look at Goodness and how this godly characteristic can help us build relationships and take care of those in need.

    The Fruit of the Spirit Part 7 – Goodness Rev. Bruce A. Shields First Baptist Church Tawas City Michigan www.TawasBaptist.org WELCOME We are continuing our Series on The Fruits of the Holy Spirit. This morning I would like to talk about the Spiritual Fruit, or character of God we can develop, ...read more

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    Denomination: Bible Church