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  • Gerald Roberts avatar

    "I Am Thankful For What Is Truth?"

    Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Nov 23, 2015
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,738 views

    The sermon shares what the voice of truth says about things it tells a different story.

    John 18:34-38 “I am Thankful for What is Truth ?” It is the question Pilate asks Jesus after his examination and Jesus does not answer. But I want us all to know Jesus is truth. 1. Alan Carr says the following about truth We are living in a day when almost no one believes in ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Honesty Is A Choice Lesson 6 Series

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Aug 8, 2025
     | 161 views

    Honesty is a choice, not a natural growth sequence in life.

    “Tell the truth to your neighbor as you expect him to tell you the truth” (Luke 6:13, ELT). 1. You must choose to always do right. a. When corrupt business executives had an opportunity to make millions, they did it because they never made a decision to be ethical. b. If you wait until the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Gospel Series

    Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Apr 22, 2022
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,499 views

    The message of the gospel is of the utmost importance.

    INTRODUCTION • Today marks the start of a new series on Galatians, where the core component of the gospel of God’s grace will shine brightly as we move our way through the six chapters of this letter. We will better understand the heart of the apostle Paul and the core of his message. • As we ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    What Jesus Said About Truth And Freedom Series

    Contributed by Jonathan Mcleod on Sep 15, 2008
    based on 6 ratings
     | 4,978 views

    How to be truly free.

    How to be truly free: 1. BELIEVE what Jesus said about Himself. Even as he spoke, many put their faith in him (v. 30). The “many” who “put their faith in him” “turn out to be, in Jesus view, slaves to sin (v. 34), indifferent to Jesus’ word (v. 37), children of the devil (v. 44), liars (v. 55), ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Confusion

    Contributed by Bruce Ball on Mar 23, 2006
    based on 58 ratings
     | 20,473 views

    You can never spot a counterfeit dollar if you don’t know what a real one looks like. And you will never be able to spot the false teachers if you do not know the real Teacher.

    Yogi Berra, the great legend of baseball was known for his confusing sayings. Things like; “This is deja-vu, all over again!”, or “You can observe a lot just by watching.” My favorite was, “Baseball is 90% mental, and the other half is physical.” Mr. Berra should have been known as Mr. ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    Let Sleeping Monsters Lie

    Contributed by Scott Morris on May 1, 2002
    based on 37 ratings
     | 2,832 views

    Visually illustrates the power of temptations.

    Let Sleeping Monsters Lie! Have you ever known the quiet kid that never starts anything and everyone thinks he’s just a simple kid? Then one day someone pushes him too far and he woops their tale!? That’s like a monster! That’s why you watch out for the quiet kids & YOU Let sleeping monsters ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Understanding Heart

    Contributed by Jeff Pearce on Dec 30, 2007
    based on 6 ratings
     | 5,730 views

    HOW TO BETTER UNDERSTAND GOD’S PROVISION FOR MANKIND.

    UNDERSTANDING HEART 1 KINGS 3:6-9 INTRO: LITTLE BOY WALKING IN HIS FATHER’S SHOES. 1: SIMPLE THINGS A) EVER TAKE NOTICE HOW GOD USES THINGS AND PEOPLE TO GET OUR ATTENTION? B) RECENTLY I TOOK NOTICE TO MY SON WEARING MY SHOES AROUND THE HOUSE C) SMALL FEET BIG SHOES D) HE WOULD TAKE SMALL STEPS ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    Truthbombs - Pt. 1 - Delivery Series

    Contributed by Steve Ely on Oct 17, 2016
    based on 1 rating
     | 9,713 views

    Just because we don't like the truth, can't handle the truth or it doesn't line up with our experience/feelings doesn't make it any less truth. Can you handle truth bombs?

    Truth Bombs Pt. 1 - Delivery I. Introduction Truth is talked about a lot. It has been said that truth is different for everyone. I would beg to differ. Truth is truth because it is truth across the board. That is what makes it truth. There has to be a standard of truth by which what we believe to ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Strength In Weakness

    Contributed by David Flowers on Jan 11, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 10,649 views

    We live in a culture that glorifies strength, but God’s strength is made perfect in our weakness. What does this mean for us in the church?

    Strength In Weakness New Year’s 2009 Wildwind Community Church David Flowers December 27, 2008 Question for you: can you think of a single area of your life where you would like for people to see you as weak? I know – me neither. I mean, I’ve never had a problem letting people know I’m not ...read more

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    Denomination: Free Methodist

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    Sermon Series: There's Work To Do!!! Sermon 1 Strength In Numbers

    Contributed by Hoggan Tevis on Nov 24, 2018
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,738 views

    God is doing a new thing, don't compare it to the past! THIS IS A NEW DAY!!!

    Scripture: Haggai 2:4 4 Yet now be strong, Zerubbabel,’ says the LORD; ‘and be strong, Joshua, son of Jehozadak, the high priest; and be strong, all you people of the land,’ says the LORD, ‘and work; for I am with you,’ says the LORD of hosts. (NKJV) Illustration: Searching for a vessel The ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    Consider The Days Of Old

    Contributed by Toby Powers on Dec 20, 2005
    based on 28 ratings
     | 11,197 views

    A call to return to the old time way.

    Consider the Days of Old Psalms 77 (note verse 5) Intro: This is a Psalm of Asaph. Whether it is the Asaph of David’s day who was the chief singer and musician in the tabernacle or if it was one of his descendants who bore both his name and office amongst God’s people during the days of Israelite ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Stubbornness Is As Iniquity And Idolatry

    Contributed by Steve Klein on May 18, 2015
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     | 13,883 views

    While no serious Christian would overtly condone idolatry, we do something just as bad by allowing stubbornness to rule our hearts or the hearts of others.

    Intro: Would you condone idolatry? Have you ever known anyone to casually admit to idolatry? What if you were talking to a friend who is a Christian one day about character flaws and he said something like, “Well, I know I’ve got a problem with idolatry” or “I’ve ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • David Henderson avatar

    "Learning To Lift Weights"

    Contributed by David Henderson on Dec 22, 2015
     | 4,952 views

    Trials are hard but getting through them brings joy.

    Objects: A set of dumbbells or some type of weightlifting equipment. Scripture: Consider it pure joy, my brothers, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith makes us stronger. James 1:2-3 I decided about 6 months ago that I wanted to try to get in ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    God Can't Really Expect ... Series

    Contributed by David Flowers on Feb 13, 2007
     | 3,138 views

    Part 4 of series Every Thought Captive. Dave looks at the lie that God can’t really expect us to live godly lives, and examines the idea of spiritual perfection.

    “God Can’t Really Expect…” Every Thought Captive, part 4 Wildwind Community Church David Flowers February 11, 2007 Does God expect too much of us? Have you ever felt that way? That if God wants us to live better lives, he should just make us better people? Why is it that we are born into a ...read more

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    Denomination: Free Methodist

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    Lies Series

    Contributed by David Flowers on Feb 13, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,031 views

    Part 1 of series Every Thought Captive. This message looks at our human tendency to lie to ourselves, explores the consequences, and challenges people to come clean.

    Lies Every Thought Captive, part 1 Wildwind Community Church David Flowers January 21,2007 What do the following people have in common? 1. A woman who goes to counseling for 26 weeks in a row but never takes any action to actually fix her problem. 2. A man whose wife keeps saying over and over ...read more

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    Denomination: Free Methodist