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  • Larry Wilson avatar

    Response To Sin (Part 2 Of 2) The Intercession Of The Priests Series

    Contributed by Larry Wilson on Jul 30, 2010
     | 5,299 views

    Sermon 16 of the series. When Ezra returns in 458 b.c., the king has decreed that all temple expenses will be covered by the government of Transeuprhates. Sadly, while God has arranged for their every need, the people have not prepared their hearts. The l

    The Book of Ezra Study #16 (Ezra 9:6-15) Response to Sin (Part II: The Intercession of the Priest) INTRODUCTION: • By the time we come to Ezra chapters 7 -10, we must reorient ourselves as to what is the situation of the Jews. • By the time we come to chapter 7 ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    In Whose Image?

    Contributed by J Jeffrey Smead on Oct 14, 2014
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     | 36,953 views

    Some .have taken Jesus' words as a starting point to building a theology of two kingdoms. A theology of how earthly governments and God are supposed .to relate. Beloved this passage is not about two kingdoms. It is about two images. Updated June 2018

    A Little Boy desperately wanted $100.00 ...to buy some toys ...and prayed to God ......for a whole week, ...but nothing happened. So, ... he decided ...to write a letter to God...requesting ...the $100.00. When the Post Office got the letter addressed to God ......they forwarded it on ... to the ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    Loving Your Rights Or Your Right To Love Part 2 Series

    Contributed by Tom Fuller on Jun 28, 2009
     | 2,700 views

    We continue to look at how the Lord desires us to live in the war zone of this age - compliant with government as long as it doesn’t force us to violate God’s Word and loving to others who are not as far along as we in their walk with God.

    Living as a believer in this age is like being in a war zone. It’s hostile territory. In chapters 12-15 Paul explains how we can not only exist, but do God’s will and even thrive in enemy lands. We do it by knowing our place and purpose. Our place is as a part of the body of Christ and our purpose ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

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    R-E-S-P-E-C-T

    Contributed by John Gaston on Sep 4, 2019
     | 4,970 views

    This is a short message to children about respecting their parents, the elderly, spiritual leaders, teachers, and government employees. Respect is a basic social skill and practical application of the Golden Rule: "Treat others like you'd like to be treated."

    R-E-S-P-E-C-T INTRODUCTION A. SONG: Play a rendition of R-E-S-P-E-C-T by Aretha Franklin. Encourage the crowd to sing along. B. WHAT DOES GOD THINK ABOUT “RESPECT?” 1. It’s obvious when people show others respect…and it’s obvious when they don’t. No one likes to be disrespected because it’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    The Gospel Series

    Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Aug 9, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,535 views

    Paul summarizes 1) His authority (his right to speak), 2) His message (the truths he speaks), and 3) His motive (his reason for speaking).

    For some time know, the world has been in anticipation of the current Summer Olympic games in Beijing China. One central issue surrounding these games has been the issue of freedom and human rights violations in China. Chinese Communist leaders have been heavily criticized for their crackdown on ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    God Is In Control

    Contributed by Jerry Flury on May 22, 2014
    based on 5 ratings
     | 24,664 views

    Do you ever look at the things that happen in your life and the things that are going on the world around us and feel like everything is out of control? Regardless how chaotic things may appear understand that God is on His throne and He is in control.

    God Is In Control Isaiah 45:6-7 Do you ever look at the things that happen in your life and the things that are going on the world around us and feel like everything is out of control? Questions arise. Why do things happen the way they do? Why do bad things happen to good people? Is everything ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Doing What God Wants Series

    Contributed by Tom Owen on Dec 7, 2010
     | 7,151 views

    Learning how to be the church in today's world through learning from the book of Acts.

    [2] Has God ever asked you to do something that was really hard? You knew God wanted you to do something, but you had a difficult time following through. Even though you knew it was the right thing to do; that it was God’s thing to do; but you just couldn’t do it? [Seeing car with ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Settle Disputes Like A Christian Series

    Contributed by Andy Moyle on Feb 24, 2016
     | 5,277 views

    The Corinthians were pretty American - they loved suing each other. So Paul tells them to stop it and do it the grace way!

    As you can see this morning we are passionate about being a gateway for the gospel to goto the nations. I want to see heaven populated with people from all nations because of what we have been partnering with the Spirit in here! Apostle Paul had a similar passion and he had a problem in Corinth ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    Dual Citizenship

    Contributed by Davon Huss on Sep 5, 2015
     | 8,008 views

    3 important truths about being a citizen of heaven (Seed thought from Bob Tinsky's book, A Christian Is, pgs. 109-112; outline and material adapted from Sermon Central's John Stensrud under title: Characteristics of Christian Citizenship)

    HoHum: Young children, a sister and a brother, in a patriotic family were playing church together. The boy recited at the end of the mock church service, “In the name of the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit.” The girl continued in a strong voice, “and the republic for which ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Love And Grace For All Series

    Contributed by Bob Marcaurelle on Mar 15, 2016
     | 4,889 views

    Message seven in this exposition shows that God's priority for the church is evangelism and that predestination is a mystery that should not deter us from choosing salvation and encouraging others to choose. It shows the cruelty and anti love in Calvinism

    PASSING CHRISTIANITY DOWN AN EXPOSITION OF FIRST TIMOTHY by Bob Marcaurelle D. The Faith Proclaimed 2:1-8 MESSAGE 7 LOVE AND GRACE FOR ALL 1 Timothy 2:1-8 v1) “I urge, then, first of all that requests, prayers, intercessions (conversations) and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Charge Of Being A Rabble-Rouser Series

    Contributed by Jerry Cosper on May 23, 2023
     | 1,010 views

    The fourth reaction to Jesus’ claims comes from the religious and civil authorities. It paints a clear picture of men in every generation who reject or oppose Jesus. That’s because what Jesus says is tragic for all unbelievers.

    We have been studying the reactions of the people to Jesus’ claims for the past 3 studies. Tonight, we are going to look at a fourth reaction. The fourth reaction to Jesus’ claims comes from the religious and civil authorities. It paints a clear picture of men in every generation who reject or ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Strength Of A Nation

    Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Jun 29, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,408 views

    July 4 sermon. God and country and how the founders saw things.

    INTRODUCTION • SLIDE #1 • Freedom has always come to us at a price. There are always forces in the world who want to take away the God ordained freedom that every person on this planet should be able to enjoy. • We enjoy freedoms that a lot of the world can only look upon with envy. • We live in a ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Remember Your Chains Series

    Contributed by Jefferson Williams on Mar 23, 2021
     | 4,191 views

    Paul is going to direct Titus to remind the Cretan Christians to remember who they represent, what their past was like, who their Savior is, and what their mission is all about.

    Remember Your Chains Titus 3:1-8 Pastor Jefferson M. Williams Chenoa Baptist Church 3-21-2021 Remind Me I had the opportunity to share my testimony at Pastor Gary’s church in Middletown, Indiana last week. I was supposed to bring Gary some books and asked him to remind me. Of course, I ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Parents: Train Your Children Series

    Contributed by Larry Wilson on Sep 2, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 11,092 views

    Sermon 4 of 6 in the 2003 Calvary Family Series. We hear government or school officials say, "It all begins at home." We hear pastors say, "It all begins at home." But where do parents begin at home? Let’s look in the Bible for timeless advice.

    PARENTS Calvary Baptist Church June 1, 2003 We hear government or school officials say, "It all begins at home." We hear pastors say, "It all begins at home." But where do parents begin at home? We need men and women, but God only gives us boys and girls.Let’s look in the Bible for timeless ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Thriving In The Days Ahead

    Contributed by Richard Tow on Feb 1, 2016
    based on 2 ratings
     | 21,319 views

    Psalm 84 gives us revelation of how to thrive in the days ahead regardless of what world leaders do; regardless of what the stock market does; regardless of what decisions the government may make. No good thing will He withhold from those who walk upright

    Thriving in the Days Ahead
 (08-30-15 www.LifeChurchSpringfield.org) What kind of person will thrive in the ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic