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  • Ron Ferguson avatar

    Liberal Theology In The Churches – Address Number 4 Series

    Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Oct 20, 2022
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,882 views

    We take 22 aspects of Liberal Theology and look at why each is wrong. Some Liberals may hold to only one of these; others, many of them, but their adherence system will incorporate most of them. It is difficult to generalise because liberal thinking expands and changes.

    This small series continues with the 4th address in Liberal Theology LIBERAL THEOLOGY IN THE CHURCHES – ADDRESS NUMBER 4 OPENING UP SOME ELEMENTS OF LIBERAL THEOLOGY - MY UNDERSTANDING OF SOME COMPONENTS OF LIBERAL THEOLOGY: EXPLANATION In 2015 I had the request to address a group in ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Beaten But Still Forgiving

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 5, 2001
    based on 20 ratings
     | 5,038 views

    Stephen’s example of forgiveness amidst persecution

    Stephen’s Example of Forgiveness – Acts 7:34-60 Illustration:Karl Menninger, the famed psychiatrist, once said that if he could convince the patients in psychiatric hospitals that their sins were forgiven, 75 percent of them could walk out the next day! Today in the Word, March 1989, p. 8. ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Gentleness

    Contributed by Lou Nicholes on Jan 21, 2005
    based on 8 ratings
     | 4,934 views

    Paul asks the Corinthians if they want him to come to them in love, or with the rod.

    THOUGHTS ABOUT THE PASSAGE: Sometimes in our zeal to clean up our own lives or the lives of others, we unfortunately use “killer soaps”—condemnation, criticism, nagging, fits of temper. We think we’re doing right, but our harsh, self-righteous treatment is more than they can bear. - (Source ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Do You Have A Situation?

    Contributed by James Lowe on Sep 3, 2008
    based on 19 ratings
     | 7,698 views

    We all have situations in our lives in which we need God’s help.

    Do you have a situation? Exodus 14: 8-10, 13-14 8 And the LORD hardened the heart of Pharaoh King of Egypt, and he pursued after the children of Israel: and the children of Israel went out with a high hand. 9 But the Egyptians pursued after them, all the horses and chariots of Pharaoh, and his ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Attacking Anxiety

    Contributed by David Dewitt on Oct 8, 2001
    based on 81 ratings
     | 10,655 views

    Since September 11th our nation has been in a state of high anxiety. God has the solution for high anxiety.

    Attacking Anxiety Selected Passages October 7, 2001 Introduction What do all of these things have in common?  Fear to take action  Cowardice to deal with difficult situations  Withdrawal from daily life  Depression and discouragement  Distrust and ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Seeking God's Guidance In Conflict PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 27, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 887 views

    Seeking God's guidance in resolving conflicts, the importance of reconciliation, and the power of prayer.

    Good morning, church family! Today, we're going to dive deep into a message about seeking God's guidance in conflict, the process of reconciliation, and the power of prayer. You see, conflicts are an unavoidable part of life. However, as followers of Christ, we're called to handle them in a way ...read more

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    Religion With A Kick!

    Contributed by Johnny Carver on Jun 2, 2001
    based on 97 ratings
     | 6,338 views

    This is a message that deals with the lifeless attitude that keeps trying to creep into the churches across this nation and the change that God want to make in those churches.

    Scripture: Matthew 9:17 Title: “Religion With A Kick!” Introduction: Jesus came into this world to institute CHANGES! The forerunner of Jesus, John the Baptist, and Jesus Himself began their preaching ministries with the message of “REPENTANCE.” Evidently the Scribes and Pharisees were critical ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Virtuous Woman Series

    Contributed by Edward Hardee on Nov 17, 2007
    based on 16 ratings
     | 25,234 views

    To show the importance of a wife

    Title: The Virtuous Woman Theme: To show the importance of a wife Text: Proverbs 31:10-31 Favour is deceitful, and beauty is vain: but a woman that feareth the LORD, she shall be praised. This passage is designed for three people 1. The man looking for a wife. In it we see the qualities that ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    "Taking The Initiative To Reconcile" Series

    Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Nov 16, 2004
    based on 24 ratings
     | 8,243 views

    Whose responsibility is it if reconciliation is to happen?

    Last time we spoke of the role of forgiveness in reconciliation. We said that without forgiveness, reconciliation is not possible. For reconciliation results with the offended person forgives and the offending person repents. Forgiveness + Repentance = Reconciliation Our reconciliation with God ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Poverty, Pride And Gratitude

    Contributed by Dave Ramsey on May 13, 2014
     | 9,410 views

    God help us not be prideful about what we've accomplished but rather reflect a spirit of gratitude.

    Introduction: You have a problem * God's ways work I teach how to handle money according to what the Bible says as best I can figure out. I've done that for approaching 30 years now. I've studied the Scriptures. I've had all the arguments. I've had all the criticisms. I have all the people in ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Why Are Deacons Needed Today?

    Contributed by Chris Layton on Aug 23, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,190 views

    Laying the foundation for the office of deacons and the role they play in the life of the church.

    Are Deacons Needed Today? Acts 6:1-7 The age old struggle in the realms of Christianity has been a fierce fight. On one side, seeking to advance the Kingdom of God, we find the Holy Spirit and the Church. On the other side we see Satan and all of the forces of Hell. Satan had been trying to figure ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Accountability

    Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Jan 2, 2014
     | 7,595 views

    Exploring the possibility of starting accountability groups in our church. What might they look like? How did John Wesley use them? Can they be used for spiritual growth or are they just "sin control" groups like AA?

    Video review of 2013 - (Photos from various church events set to the music of "Press On" by Selah) What a great review. Some events were missed but it looks like we’re a group of believers who love one another. What about our personal lives? What about our personal relationship with Jesus? ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    The Word In Your Walk

    Contributed by David Dunn on Nov 3, 2025
     | 35 views

    God’s living Word transforms our daily walk—planting new life, lighting our path, strengthening our spirit, correcting our hearts, and igniting holy passion.

    Introduction Did you know there are more ancient copies of the Bible than of any other ancient classic? Tacitus, the Roman historian, survives in only a handful of manuscripts—yet the Word of God has been preserved through hundreds upon hundreds of ancient copies. It’s still alive, still speaking, ...read more

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    Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

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    Beautiful Acts For God

    Contributed by Palitha Jayasooriya on Aug 27, 2014
    based on 39 ratings
     | 22,401 views

    The sermon talks about doing beautiful and selfless acts to glorify God and bless others.

    Beautiful Acts for God (Mark 14:3-9) Introduction – There is a story of a child who was slow in learning and did poorly in her first grade in school. However, when she started grade 2, her grades started to improve dramatically. The reason: her new teacher, on the first day of school, would ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Proper Etiquette For Using The Utensils Of Truth Series

    Contributed by Paul Apple on Jul 7, 2001
    based on 27 ratings
     | 3,846 views

    THE FAITHFUL MINISTER OF GOD’S WORD PROMOTES TRUTH AND PURSUES GODLINESS AS A DILIGENT WORKMAN, A VESSEL PURIFIED FOR HONOR, AND A GENTLE BONDSERVANT

    BIG IDEA: THE FAITHFUL MINISTER OF GOD’S WORD PROMOTES TRUTH AND PURSUES GODLINESS AS A DILIGENT WORKMAN, A VESSEL PURIFIED FOR HONOR, AND A GENTLE BONDSERVANT (IN THE FIGHT AGAINST ERROR – AS OPPOSED TO FALSE TEACHERS) INTRODUCTION: I. (:14-19) STAND FOR THE SHARP KNIFE OF THE WORD OF ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible