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  • Gregory Lilly avatar

    God's Methods For Testing Believers

    Contributed by Gregory Lilly on Nov 20, 2015
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,072 views

    God never tempts us to sin, but God does test our faith. Here are some methods He may use.

    Genesis 22:1-14 God never tempts us to sin since He wants us to make decisions that please and glorify Him, but God does test our faith and our trust in Him in order to grow in our faith. Since God tests our faith, He may use various methods to help us to grow and become more faithful to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Love Does Not Return Evil For Evil

    Contributed by Nettie J Pennington on Jun 9, 2021
     | 1,800 views

    You say you abide in Christ, then be imitators of Christ.

    Those of you who say you abide in Christ ought to make every effort to walk the path that he walked (1 John 2:6). "Since you are God's dear children, you must try to be like him" (Ephesians 5:1, GNT). To live as a Christ-follower is the promise we made when we embarked on this ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    The Wilderness And The Cave.

    Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Mar 28, 2022
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,991 views

    We are never alone.

    THE WILDERNESS AND THE CAVE. 1 Kings 19:1-15a. I. The Wilderness of Dissent (1 Kings 19:1-8). It is hard when we stand out in the crowd, but Christians are different. The Bible names us a ‘peculiar people’ - called out of darkness into His marvellous light (1 Peter 2:9). Privileges carry ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Trial 0f Jesus - Caiaphus Series

    Contributed by Jenny Franklin on Apr 13, 2022
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,430 views

    As we look at the trial of Jesus, we will see how the religious leaders disregarded their own laws regarding the legal proceeding of a capital crime (one worthy of death). In this integrated gospel account, we will also see the fulfillment of prophecies written by David.

    It was Preparation Day, the day before the Passover Sabbath. In the darkness of the early hours of the morning, Jesus was arrested. The crowd of guards and soldiers led him bound to Annas. Although Annas had previously been the high priest, Caiaphas his son-in-law was the high priest that year. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Precious Peace Series

    Contributed by Donald Mcculley on Aug 7, 2019
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,773 views

    There are three types of peace which experience.

    Precious Peace Galatians 5:22 Introduction: Helen Keller said, “I don’t want peace that passes understanding, I want the understanding that brings peace.” What is peace? It has been described as a sense of security, a sense of a foundation underneath you, the assurance that God is in control. See ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Shawn Drake avatar

    Leadership- Living Day To Day Series

    Contributed by Shawn Drake on Aug 17, 2024
    based on 2 ratings
     | 12,455 views

    This is the 210th sermon in the series "Action". This is the 8th sermon from 1 Timothy.

    Series: Action [#210] LEADERSHIP- LIVING DAY TO DAY 1 Timothy 6:1-21 Introduction: I have enjoyed the Student Workers that I have had this Summer. At my School job, I have 3 Student Workers that are attending the NMJC; and 1 High School Senior. The girls have figured out that I enjoy telling ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    When The Going Gets Tough Series

    Contributed by Don Campbell on Oct 23, 2025
     | 192 views

    This is the 19th sermon in the series.

    WHEN THE GOING GETS TOUGH PSALM 119:153-160 INTRODUCTION A. God’s people have always had mountains to climb and rivers to cross. We only need to read the names of the great honor roll of faith in Hebrews 11 to confirm this truth. B. When the going gets tough, we may be tempted, like Israel of ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Christian Jones avatar

    The Dangers Of Pornography: A Biblical Perspective

    Contributed by Christian Jones on Jun 7, 2023
    based on 2 ratings
     | 2,791 views

    Let’s discuss a topic that has permeated our modern society and has devastating effects on the lives of believers - pornography. It is important for us to understand the dangers associated with this pervasive issue.

    1. Guarding Our Hearts: Proverbs 4:23 states, "Keep thy heart with all diligence; for out of it are the issues of life." Engaging in pornography exposes our hearts to impurity and corrupts our thought life, leading to destructive behaviors and attitudes. 2. Sexual Purity: Hebrews 13:4 ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Greatest Investment Advice Ever Given

    Contributed by Eric Kramer on Feb 26, 2005
    based on 8 ratings
     | 3,792 views

    Investment advice, in a long story format, edit according to your needs, not copywrited, bible quotes taken from internet bible quotes, feel free to add to or edit this paper any way acceptable to God. I am no expert and dont claim to be, no formal theol

    The Greatest Investment Advice Ever Given The king held vast amounts of gold in his treasury, so risk another investment, especially in a foreign country. It was far to travel; over 1,000 miles away, and 2 countries buffered him between his well-defended lands and the Italian peninsula’s Roman ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

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    "The Danger Of Routine”

    Contributed by Dr. Jerry Morrissey on Sep 27, 2001
    based on 34 ratings
     | 9,175 views

    Year C. Eighteenth Sunday after Pentecost October 7th, 2001 Heavenly Father, thank you, for the elaborate ceremonies marking life passages that make great reminders not only of the “way it was” but also the “way it should be.” Amen. Title: “The danger

    Year C. Eighteenth Sunday after Pentecost October 7th, 2001 Heavenly Father, thank you, for the elaborate ceremonies marking life passages that make great reminders not only of the “way it was” but also the “way it should be.” Amen. Title: “The danger of routine” 2 Timothy 1:1-14 Writing in ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Mark Holdcroft avatar

    Judgement Before Restoration.

    Contributed by Mark Holdcroft on Mar 11, 2003
    based on 44 ratings
     | 8,355 views

    Before God can bring revival and restoration to a church, He first brings judgement on those who refuse to repent of their sin.

    Ezekiel 33 Pray Ezekiel 33:1 The word of the LORD came to me: 2:"Son of man, speak to your countrymen and say to them: `When I bring the sword against a land, and the people of the land choose one of their men and make him their watchman, 3:and he sees the sword coming against the land and ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Pray Expectantly Series

    Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Jul 25, 2004
    based on 48 ratings
     | 8,671 views

    If we are going to pray expectantly, we must: 1. Pray passionate prayers. 2. Pray persistent prayers. 3. Pray believing prayers.

    It was around 1870 when New York City had one of the most hotly contested mayor’s races in its history. The incumbent was Mayor John Tweed. Everybody called him “Boss Tweed,” and it was a name that suited him well. The time came when he ran for reelection, and Boss Tweed’s political machine ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Mary Lewis avatar

    Win-Win Situation Series

    Contributed by Mary Lewis on Aug 26, 2004
    based on 5 ratings
     | 8,484 views

    Paul rejoices in his difficult circumstances because they have become a means for the progress of the gospel

    Introduction: Understanding Paul’s circumstances What if I told you that Billy Graham, while traveling overseas for one of his Crusades, had been arrested by a Middle Eastern government hostile to Christianity and was now in prison awaiting trial for converting Muslims, a crime punishable by death. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Money Matters Series

    Contributed by Robert Odle on May 13, 2003
    based on 26 ratings
     | 4,109 views

    Developing godly character requires that we eliminate all that competes with God for first place. Money is, by far, the most powerful force that competes with God in our lives.

    Character Counts! Money Matters (1 Timothy 6:17-19) Theme: A godly character keeps itself free from the love of money. Purpose: What do I want to happen in the hearer when I preach this sermon? A. Increased knowledge. After I preach this sermon, the hearer should be able to state ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Born Of The Virgin Mary Series

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Dec 8, 2004
    based on 41 ratings
     | 7,740 views

    This sermon looks at the Virgin Birth of Jesus by examining the biblical statements, our Confessional Statement, the attacks, and the importance of the Virgin Birth of Jesus.

    Today is the third Sunday of Advent. This is the third in a series of Advent messages on “The Marvel of Christmas.” My sermon is titled “Born of the Virgin Mary.” Let us read Matthew 1:18-25: "18 This is how the birth of Jesus Christ came about: His mother Mary was pledged to be married to ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed