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  • David Owens avatar

    God Is On The Throne

    Contributed by David Owens on Oct 7, 2024
     | 1,263 views

    As Christians, our kingdom citizenship is primary and should impact our earthly citizenship. Ultimately, God is in control and Jesus is our only hope.

    A. Brooks Hayes was a Congressman from Arkansas in the 1940s and 50s. 1. One day he sought the advice of a clergyman who suggested that he go out in the rain and lift his head toward heaven. 2. The clergyman said, “It will bring a revelation to you.” 3. The next day Congressman Hayes reported to ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Gods Voting Guide Series

    Contributed by Terry Laughlin on Nov 1, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 629 views

    It is that time when Americans are given the opportunity (and responsibility) to vote for those who hold public offices.

    God’s Voting Guide It is that time when Americans are given the opportunity (and responsibility) to vote for those who hold public offices. This privilege is given to us by God for it is He who raised this form of government in our country through our Founding Fathers. Many of them had a ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Way Of Righteousness

    Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Sep 28, 2017
     | 6,184 views

    How do we answer hostile questions about our faith? How do we know where the authority of God resides? Is the authority of God in our lives?

    Prelude, Purpose & Plan How do we answer hostile questions about our faith? How do we know where the authority of God resides? Is the authority of God in our lives? Let’s explore Jesus’ confrontation with religious leaders over His authority and the parable of the two sons in Matthew ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Powers That Be As Ordained By God Almighty (Pt. 2) Series

    Contributed by Richard Papafio on Feb 27, 2019
     | 2,774 views

    Respect civil authority and pay all taxes and custom duties as well as any mandatory fees you need to pay in the society. Live right and be at peace with the Powers that be.

    May the peace of the Lord be with you. Topic: *THE POWERS THAT BE AS ORDAINED BY GOD ALMIGHTY (PT. 2)* Romans 13:4-7 King James Version (KJV) 4 For he is the minister of God to thee for good. But if thou do that which is evil, be afraid; for he beareth not the sword in vain: for he is ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    Foundational Declarations

    Contributed by Terry Laughlin on Jul 3, 2016
    based on 1 rating
     | 8,446 views

    God's elect are to be prepared to give a testimony on how we believe God has raised up this nation, how He has blessed this country and how He will deal with us, depending on the choices we make.

    Title: Foundational Declarations Truths from the Signers of the Declaration of Independence. Introduction, I want to share with you a truth that I read several years ago back - I do not remember who wrote it, but it holds a truth that should not be ignored, "If we do not know the foundation on ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    When Jesus Goes To Church

    Contributed by Rodney Burton on Jan 27, 2009
    based on 24 ratings
     | 6,816 views

    What does Jesus do when He goes to church? He changes things.

    Mark 1:21-28 They went to Capernaum, and when the Sabbath came, Jesus went into the synagogue and began to teach. The people were amazed at his teaching, because he taught them as one who had authority, not as the teachers of the law. Just then a man in their synagogue who was possessed by an ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Conspiracy Against Paul Series

    Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Sep 11, 2021
     | 2,241 views

    Two lessons we can learn. Believe the word of God, the promises of God against the threat of men and the circumstances. God would honour his servants.

    Acts 23:12-35 Conspiracy against Paul 23:12-22 Men designed to avenge Paul 22:23-35 Safe Passage of Paul Acts 23:12-22 Men designed to avenge Paul Verses 11 and 12 reveal the plan of God and the plan of evil men. God has purposed to take Paul to Rome, but bad people had gone for fasting prayer ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Responsible Citizenship

    Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 18 ratings
     | 3,486 views

    RESPONSIBLE CITIZENSHIP DOES NOT VIOLATE OUR OBLIGATION TO GOD, BUT RATHER IS CONSISTENT WITH THAT HIGHER AUTHORITY Introd.

    RESPONSIBLE CITIZENSHIP DOES NOT VIOLATE OUR OBLIGATION TO GOD, BUT RATHER IS CONSISTENT WITH THAT HIGHER AUTHORITY Introd.: Examine diff. viewpoints regarding the separation of church and state Issue: the obligation of believers to God's kingdom vs. our obligation to the state Specific issue here ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Ray Searan avatar

    Living As A Slave When You Are A Son Or Daughter

    Contributed by Ray Searan on Feb 21, 2007
    based on 6 ratings
     | 10,425 views

    Many well-meaning Christians today get involved in legalism in a desire to become better Christians. Legalism means "a relationship that is governed by rules or by law."

    Text: Galatians 4:1-18 (NASB) Introduction: Many well-meaning Christians today get involved in legalism in a desire to become better Christians. Legalism means "a relationship that is governed by rules or by law." Their motives may be right, but their method is wrong. At Galatia, these ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Sam McCormick avatar

    The Church Of The New Testament - Part 7f Series

    Contributed by Sam Mccormick on Apr 3, 2018
    based on 1 rating
     | 15,177 views

    Part 7f of this series of sermons addresses the function of leadership and overseeing the church as shown in the New Testament by various names - elders, pastors, bishops, overseers, presbyters, and shepherds.

    This 13-part series of classes has been many years in the making. About 25 years ago I began in earnest to examine the features, character and characteristics of the church as it existed in its earliest years. As I sometimes do, I kept my notes all along the way, and this series of classes is to a ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    2) Citizenship Series

    Contributed by Paul Fultz on Jan 13, 2008
     | 3,107 views

    As citizens of God’s kingdom we are given values that govern our lives. Those values are used to bring influence in an open society for the kingdom of God.

    Introduction Text Matt 5:13-16 Jesus prayed in John 17:11-20 These are in the world I do not pray that You should take them out of the world They are not OF the world Sanctify them (separate them and consecrate them) I send them into the world This is for all those who believe because of ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

  • Andy Grossman avatar

    Lesson Of Life

    Contributed by Andy Grossman on May 17, 2014
     | 4,281 views

    One week in the life of a home mission pastor

    Lesson of Life May 18, 2014 Matthew 6:25-34 25 “Therefore I tell you, do not worry about your life, what you will eat or drink; or about your body, what you will wear. Is not life more than food, and the body more than clothes? 26 Look at the birds of the air; they do not sow or reap or store ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

  • Ron Ferguson avatar

    The Book Of Lamentations – Part 40 – The Whole Matter Of Submission – Judah Then, Us Now - Chapter 5 Lamentations 5:6 Series

    Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Oct 3, 2025
     | 94 views

    Because Judah abandoned God and turned to Assyria and Egypt, they were conquered by Babylon and now don’t have enough to eat. They submitted to the world and not to the LORD. Egypt and Assyria will come into great blessing one day. We look into Christians and submission.

    THE BOOK OF LAMENTATIONS – PART 40 – THE WHOLE MATTER OF SUBMISSION – JUDAH THEN, US NOW - CHAPTER 5 Lamentations 5:6 The complaints (or conditions or laments) continue in this message and reveal the awful conditions for these survivors. This will be a slightly shorter message because to add ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Dean Courtier avatar

    The Majesty Of God: Embracing His Sovereignty 1 Chronicles 29:11 Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jun 4, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,072 views

    In 1 Chronicles 29:11, we discover the majesty of God and the depth of His sovereignty. This verse calls us to recognise God's supreme authority and glory.

    The Majesty of God: Embracing His Sovereignty 1 Chronicles 29:11 Introduction: Today, we turn our attention to a powerful verse in 1 Chronicles. As we explore 1 Chronicles 29:11, we will discover the majesty of God and the depth of His sovereignty. This verse calls us to recognize God's ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Greg Cooper avatar

    When God Speaks

    Contributed by Greg Cooper on Mar 11, 2002
    based on 167 ratings
     | 45,625 views

    WE SERVE A GOD THAT IS ALIVE AND SPEAKS TO THIS WORLD WITH A VOICE OF AUTHORITY.

    Title: When God Speaks Text: John 10:27 Intro: Everyone remembers that famous commercial from E.F. Hutton, “When E.F. Hutton speaks everyone listens. I am here today to tell you that we serve a God that is alive, He is not dead and he is still speaking to this world, and when God speaks everyone ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal