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  • Ken Ritz avatar

    What Will Heaven Be Like?

    Contributed by Ken Ritz on Dec 30, 2005
    based on 9 ratings
     | 7,891 views

    Description of Heaven based somewhat on the book by Randy Alcorn

    What Will Heaven Be Like? What do you think heaven will be like? A lot of people have a mental picture of heaven, Maybe they think of the Emerald City from the Wizard of Oz? Or Disneyland. In movies it’s usually set up in clouds somewhere, kind of like a fog bank, with angels sitting around ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Live Wisely Series

    Contributed by Ken Ritz on Dec 30, 2005
    based on 15 ratings
     | 10,538 views

    The importance of making use of every day, living wisely with the time we have.

    Live Wisely Ephesians, Riches in Christ Part 9 Eph 5:14-18 NIV "Wake up, O sleeper, rise from the dead, and Christ will shine on you." 15 Be very careful, then, how you live-not as unwise but as wise, 16 making the most of every opportunity, because the days are evil. 17 Therefore do not be ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Getting Along With Others Series

    Contributed by Jefferson Williams on Aug 10, 2005
    based on 14 ratings
     | 13,320 views

    Conflict is a part of our human existence. This sermon looks at the way Paul handled a conflict between two women in the church of Philippi and hightlights concepts that we can use today to live at peace with each other.

    A Fork in the Hand… When I was in junior high school, I witnessed a fight that I will never forget. Two girls were arguing in the cafeteria and a crowd gathered to watch. One girl sat calmly, another towered over her with both hands on the table. As the one girl ranted, the other one seated at the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Church At Worship

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Jan 3, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,138 views

    The apostolic command to be filled with the Spirit is a corporate responsibility of each congregation, and not simply an individual command. Paul instructs the churches what Spirit-filled worship looks like in this text.

    “Look carefully then how you walk, not as unwise but as wise, making the best use of the time, because the days are evil. Therefore do not be foolish, but understand what the will of the Lord is. Do not get drunk with wine, for that is debauchery, but be filled with the Spirit, addressing one ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Your Mission--Stand Series

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Oct 18, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,363 views

    Christians are not appointed to take new ground from the enemy. Rather, we are appointed to occupy ground which the Master has already won.

    EPHESIANS 6:11, 13, 14 YOUR MISSION – STAND “Put on the whole armour of God, that you may be able to stand against the schemes of the devil. “Therefore take up the whole armour of God, that you may be able to withstand in the evil day, and having done all, to stand firm. Stand therefore.” ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Taking The Plunge 2.0 Series

    Contributed by Brian Bill on Oct 25, 2009
    based on 5 ratings
     | 20,854 views

    The order is always belief, followed by baptism. A sermon that pulls together verses on baptism so that beleivers will take the plunge and obey the Lord.

    Taking the Plunge 2.0 Selected Scriptures Rev. Brian Bill 10/25/09 Note: This manuscript provides a more in-depth treatment of baptism than previous sermons called, “Proclaiming God’s Purposes in Baptism,” and “Taking the Plunge.” I’m grateful to Ray Pritchard, John MacArthur and John Piper for ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Battle Dress Series

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Oct 25, 2009
     | 6,903 views

    God’s armour is complete; his servant is fully protected and equipped to fulfil the mission to stand firm against the enemy.

    EPHESIANS 6:13-18 BATTLE DRESS “Take up the whole armour of God, that you may be able to withstand in the evil day, and having done all, to stand firm. Stand therefore, having fastened on the belt of truth, and having put on the breastplate of righteousness, and, as shoes for your feet, having ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Down To The Sea In Ships Series

    Contributed by Thomas Swope on Mar 3, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 8,384 views

    A study of chapter 27 verses 1 through 36

    Ezekiel 27: 1 – 36 Down to the sea in ships 1 The word of the LORD came again to me, saying, 2 “Now, son of man, take up a lamentation for Tyre, 3 and say to Tyre, ‘You who are situated at the entrance of the sea, merchant of the peoples on many coastlands, thus says the Lord ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

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    50 Is The New 50

    Contributed by Brian Bill on Mar 7, 2010
    based on 24 ratings
     | 18,021 views

    I'm oldner than dirt but I'm determined to live for the Lord in every way as He renews me day by day.

    Life is going way too fast…I’m halfway to one hundred and am now officially “over the hill.” This year is my 25th college class reunion, Emily is graduating from college, Lydia is graduating from high school, Beth and I are celebrating our 25th anniversary this summer, and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Faith Is The Way To Go! Series

    Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Mar 15, 2010
     | 5,691 views

    Faith is built up in our lives as we learn to pray in the Holy Spirit, Keep ourselves in the love of God, learn to wait, reach out with the Gospel to the lost and by having a hatred for evil’s corruptions.

    Faith, is the way to go! Series Jude pt 2 Thesis: Faith is built up in our lives as we learn to pray in the Holy Spirit, Keep ourselves in the love of God, learn to wait, reach out with the Gospel to the lost and by having a hatred for evil’s corruptions. Scripture Texts: Jude 20-25 ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Jesus The Jew Series

    Contributed by Edgar Mayer on Apr 2, 2010
     | 5,455 views

    Jesus the Jew.

    Rev Dr Edgar Mayer; Living Grace Toowoomba Church; Message on Snapshots of Jesus 01; Date: 4 October 09 For more sermons and other writings check the following homepage: www.livinggracetoowoomba.org Jesus The Jew In 1973 a book was published with the title “Jesus The Jew” which ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Deliver Us Series

    Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Sep 2, 2017
     | 8,122 views

    Paul describes 1) The confusion (Romans 7:14–16), 2) The corruption (Romans 7:17–20) and 3) The conclusion (Romans 7:21–25). in seeing Christ as the ultimate deliverer of our inner conflict.

    The totality of flooding this week in Texas from tropical storm Harvey has been devastating. 75 000 people called 911 seeking help. Calling out for help, the US Federal Emergency Management Agency deployed 900 personnel in search-and-rescue teams. A million liters of water, a million meals, 20, 520 ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    Kangaroo Court Series

    Contributed by Thomas Swope on Sep 11, 2017
     | 6,518 views

    A study of the Gospel of John 18: 28 – 40

    John 18: 28 – 40 Kangaroo Court 28 Then they led Jesus from Caiaphas to the Praetorium, and it was early morning. But they themselves did not go into the Praetorium, lest they should be defiled, but that they might eat the Passover. 29 Pilate then went out to them and said, “What accusation do ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

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    Living With Those We Disagree

    Contributed by Jeff Poor on Sep 11, 2017
    based on 1 rating
     | 11,958 views

    When we live in community with those that are different then us we show a little taste of heaven to those around us.

    The Others: Living With Those We Disagree Text: Ephesians 2:11-22 Bottom Line: When we live in community with those that are different then us we show a little taste of heaven to those around us. Intro Good morning Real Life, my name is Curtis and I’m the Connections Director here. And it’s great ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Unwavering Faith Series

    Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Nov 18, 2017
    based on 3 ratings
     | 12,087 views

    Our liberty should 1) Never cause a brother to stumble (v. 13), 2) grieve or be devastated (vv. 14–15); 3) never forfeit our witness for Christ (vv. 16–19), 4) tear down His work (vv. 20–21), or be either 5) denounced or flaunted (vv. 22–23)

    Most churches include dedicated, faithful believers whose consciences do not allow them to participate in or approve of certain practices. The Apostle Paul described those who exercise their legitimate liberty as “stronger believers”. Those who feel restricted in exercising legitimate liberty as ...read more

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    Denomination: Other