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    A Dreamy Walk Lesson 41 Series

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Oct 19, 2018
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    A Dreamy walk

    A. INTRODUCTION 1. Tradition claims that Barnabas the outcast was the rich young ruler. Because of this he tended to help other outcasts: Paul, the outcast church at Antioch and John Mark. 2. The city of Antioch was: a. A trade center. b. International. c. Third largest in the Roman ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Escape In The Night Lesson 47 Series

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Oct 19, 2018
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    Escape in the night

    A. WARNING TO PAUL 1. At Tyre disciples said not to go. “Not to go up to Jerusalem” (Acts 21:4). 2. The prophet Agabus warned. “So shall the Jews at Jerusalem bind the man who owns this belt” (Acts 21:11). 3. Paul’s response. “I am ready not only to be bound, but also to die at Jerusalem ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Snake Bite Lesson 48 Series

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Oct 19, 2018
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    Snake bite

    A. INTRODUCTION 1. The trip to Rome is mandated. “This man might have been set free if he had not appealed to Caesar” (Acts 26:32). 2. Paul was under the supervision of Julian of the Augustan Regiment. 3. Paul’s physical problems flared up – the “thorn in the flesh” woe. a. Migraine ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Day Of Congregation (Lesson 1) Series

    Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on May 24, 2020
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     | 3,073 views

    To establish that on the first day of the week; the church congregated; observed the communion and contributed of their means, to the Lord. This is a day of fellowship, preaching, breaking of bread, songs, and, prayers. This lesson establishes the day of assembling, in worship.

    INTRODUCTION Outline. Remarks. 1. This is the first lesson in this sermon-series: “The First Day of the Week.” In it, we will consider that the church assembled on the first day of the week, as a means of worship and fellowship. Luke wrote: “Then they that gladly received his word were ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Day Of Contribution (Lesson 3) Series

    Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on May 24, 2020
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     | 3,515 views

    To establish that on the first day of the week; the church congregated; observed the communion and contributed of their means, to the Lord. This is a day of fellowship, preaching, breaking of bread, songs, and, prayers. This lesson establishes the regularity of the contribution, in worship.

    INTRODUCTION Outline. 3. Day of Contribution Remarks. 1. This is the last lesson in this sermon-series entitled: "The First Day of the Week." In it, we will investigate that the church contributed its money on: "the first day of the week” for the work and support of the church. Paul ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Retraction Movement (Lesson 1) Series

    Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Mar 15, 2020
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     | 3,935 views

    To establish that the Holy Spirit predicted a “departure from the faith” that resulted in religious apostasy and the rise of denominational institutions throughout the world. This lesson describes the failures of the Reformation Movement, and the successes of the Restoration Movement.

    INTRODUCTION Outline. 1. The Retraction Movement Remarks. 1. This is lesson one, in our sermon-series of the theme: “The Departure from the Faith.” It should be noted that Paul begins our lesson by describing “the retraction movement” or “the departure from the faith!” It should also be noted, ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Reformation Movement (Lesson 2) Series

    Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Mar 15, 2020
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     | 3,524 views

    To establish that the Holy Spirit predicted a “departure from the faith” that resulted in religious apostasy and the rise of denominational institutions throughout the world. This lesson describes the failures of the Reformation Movement, and the successes of the Restoration Movement.

    INTRODUCTION Outline. 2. The Reformation Movement Remarks. 1. This is lesson two, in our semon-series of the theme: “The Departure from the Faith.” It should be noted that Paul begins our lesson by describing “the retraction movement” or “the departure from the faith!” It should also be noted, ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Art Of Preparation (Lesson 1) Series

    Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Mar 31, 2020
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     | 6,023 views

    To establish that preaching is an art, that this skill can be taught, learned, developed and perfected. This lesson reviews the need for the church: to identify sound, capable, and, faithful men; to be trained in the "art of preaching." This lesson stresses the art of preparation.

    INTRODUCTION Outline. 1. The Art of Preparation Remarks. 1. This is lesson one, in the sermon-series: "The Art of Preaching." This lesson will review the need for the church of Christ, to identify sound; capable, and faithful men, to be taught the "art of preaching" of the word ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Art Of Presentation (Lesson 2) Series

    Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Mar 31, 2020
    based on 4 ratings
     | 2,527 views

    To establish that preaching is an art, that this skill can be taught, learned, developed and perfected. This lesson reviews the need for the church: to identify sound, capable, and, faithful men; to be trained in the "art of preaching." This lesson stresses the art of presentation.

    INTRODUCTION Outline. 2. The Art of Presentation Remarks. 1. This is lesson two, in the sermon-series: "The Art of Preaching." This lesson reviews the need for the church of Christ, to identify sound; capable, and faithful men, to be taught the "art of preaching" of the word of ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Art Of Persuasion (Lesson 3) Series

    Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Mar 31, 2020
    based on 3 ratings
     | 3,148 views

    To establish that preaching is an art, that this skill can be taught, learned, developed and perfected. This lesson reviews the need for the church: to identify sound, capable, and, faithful men; to be trained in the "art of preaching." This lesson stresses the art of persuasion.

    INTRODUCTION Outline. 3. The Art of Persuasion Remarks. 1. This is lesson three, in the sermon-series: "The Art of Preaching." This lesson reviews the need for the church of Christ, to identify sound; capable, and faithful men, to be taught the "art of preaching" of the word of ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Breakfast With Jesus Lesson 35 Series

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Mar 21, 2017
    based on 1 rating
     | 8,552 views

    Disciples go fishing and catch nothing.Jesus appears and tells them where to cast net.

    “After these things Jesus showed Himself again to the disciples at the Sea of Tiberias, and in this way He showed Himself: Simon Peter, Thomas called the Twin, Nathanael of Cana in Galilee, the sons of Zebedee, and two others of His disciples were together. Simon Peter said to them, ‘I ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Moses' Excuses Lesson 4 Series

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Mar 27, 2017
     | 8,897 views

    God gives Moses a second chance.

    A. INTRODUCTION 1. “Every vice has its excuse ready.” 2. “He that is good at making excuses is seldom good at anything else.” 3. “If you don’t want to do something, one excuse is as good as another.” 4. “We have 40 million reasons for failure, but ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Fellowship With God Lesson 17 Series

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Mar 28, 2017
     | 6,432 views

    How to get forgiveness

    1. Realize God wants fellowship with you and initiates it. “Then the LORD instructed Moses, “Come up here to me” (Ex. 24:1, NLT). 2. We must be willing to be alone. “Come up here to me” (24:1, NLT). “Only Moses is allowed to come near to the LORD” ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Intercession For The Disobedient Lesson 30 Series

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Mar 29, 2017
     | 5,995 views

    God's work goes on and will use another.

    A. EVERY REBEL NEEDS AN INTERCESSOR: NUMBERS 14:1-45 1. To stand before God. “I sought for a man to . . . stand in the gap before me” (Ex. 22:30). 2. Who do you know that rebels against God? _________________. 3. The issue with Israel was a rebellious heart that motivated them to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    No Second Chances Lesson 31 Series

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Mar 29, 2017
    based on 1 rating
     | 8,578 views

    God forgives our sin but we must suffer the consequences.

    A. THE SETTING 1. The Time: At the end of 40 years wandering in the wilderness. 2. The Place: Return to where Israel rebelled. “Camped in Kadesh” the entrance into the Promised Land. 3. The Calendar: “In early spring the people arrived” (Num. 21:1, NLT). ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist