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  • Simon Bartlett avatar

    Preach The Word

    Contributed by Simon Bartlett on Nov 1, 2021
     | 4,604 views

    Paul gives Timothy one of the most solemn injunctions in scripture: 'preach the word'. He is talking about preaching God's word to God's people rather than sharing the gospel with people outside the church. It's a solemn message to us too, to hold fast to God's word.

    INTRODUCTION (EARLIER IN THE SERVICE) Today is our last week on 2 Timothy. Over the past three weeks we’ve looked at chapters 1 to 3. Today, we move on to chapter 4 – the last chapter in 2 Timothy. I’m going to do a short recap on what we’ve looked at so far before we turn to chapter 4 later in ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Words Of Encouragement - Philippians, Part 8 Series

    Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Sep 18, 2022
     | 1,739 views

    If God already has the plans for your life, what are you holding onto? If we are called to fix our thoughts on what is true, isn’t Jesus the truth? Isn’t Jesus all that we need in order to draw others to His grace? Shouldn’t we continue putting into practice what God has called us to do?

    “Words of Encouragement” - Philippians, Part 8 Philippians Sermon Series, Part 8 Philippians 3:15 – 4:9 Introduction - Reminder about our level-set from series opener: 1. Christians must reflect the joy of Christ in everything we do 2. This means you and I are to make the Gospel ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Power Of The Lamb's Blood SermonCentral

    Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 9, 2023
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     | 1,684 views

    Our text takes place on the eve of the Israelites' liberation from Egypt. They are instructed to slaughter a lamb and prepare it for consumption with bitter herbs. They are also commanded to take the lamb's blood and use it to mark the outside door posts of their houses. This act of faith and obedience would signal their homes to be passed over during the final plague. This message explores the significance of this act and the powerful symbolism it holds for us today.

    Today, we gather to reflect on the significance of the blood of Jesus Christ. Just as the Israelites applied the blood of a lamb to their doorposts for protection and deliverance, we too can find hope and transformation through the blood of Jesus. Let us explore how the blood of Jesus provides ...read more

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    Just One Thing

    Contributed by J Jeffrey Smead on Oct 2, 2014
    based on 41 ratings
     | 54,683 views

    Curly: Do you know what the secret of life is? [holds up 1 finger] This. Mitch: Your finger? Curly: One thing. Just one thing. You stick to that and the rest don't mean squat. Mitch: But, what is the "one thing?" Curly: That's what You need to find out. Updated July 2025.

    There are only a few people ... that are proficient ....in doing more than one thing ... at a time. And it is a proven fact ... that women ... are far better at multi-tasking...... then those ....in that other group. (Pause) In fact, ... most people ....... never become proficient ... in more ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    16. The Kingdom Parables – The Fourth – The Leaven – Part 3 Series

    Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Nov 8, 2025
     | 111 views

    We look into the church at Thyatira in more detail to see how wicked it really was. That church parallels the Parable of the Leaven. It also represents the period of Church History with the development of the Roman Catholic Church that grew out of the Pergamum church.

    16. THE KINGDOM PARABLES – THE FOURTH – THE LEAVEN – Part 3 NOW WHERE IS THIS PARABLE LEADING US? We have seen in the first three parables of the kingdom that each parable associates itself with one of the churches of Asia Minor to whom John wrote, and also, that each parable associates with ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Appointed, Not Hired Series

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Jun 20, 2015
     | 11,034 views

    Elders (Overseers) are appointed by God. They are not hired to do a job; they are appointed to serve the One who appoints and to serve His holy people.

    “I was appointed a preacher and apostle and teacher.” [1] His face was red and his eyes were narrow slits as he raged, “We hired you, and we can fire you.” I was equally determined as I asserted with a firm, steady voice, “No one hired me; God appointed me.” ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    When Flowers Fade

    Contributed by Tim Stutler on Apr 19, 2006
    based on 14 ratings
     | 7,380 views

    We are reborn through an eternal seed so that we might produce an eternal love.

    Title: Flowers Fade Text: 1 Peter 1:22-25 Topic: The eternal word should produce an eternal love. Sermon Purposes: 1. That the listener will realize that there is more to salvation than the hope of heaven; there is the mandate of love for the brethren. 2. That the listener will be ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    I Owe A Debt To A Friend

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Apr 20, 2002
    based on 61 ratings
     | 5,884 views

    We should value our friends and express our love to them.

    I OWE A DEBT TO A FRIEND By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com TEXT: Proverbs 27:17 Iron sharpeth iron; so a man sharpeth the countenance of his friends. 1 Kings 3:3 Give therefore thy servant an understanding heart to judge thy people, that I may discern between good and bad:--- Today, ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Message 15 - 1thessalonians Chapter 5:20-21 – Do Not Despise Prophecies But Test Everything Series

    Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Jan 7, 2023
     | 2,251 views

    This is an important message looking at the building up of the church and the ministry of teaching and comfort. We look at what prophecy meant in the New Testament days. Whatever gift God gave you MUST be used for His glory.

    MESSAGE 15 - 1THESSALONIANS CHAPTER 5:20-21 – DO NOT DESPISE PROPHECIES BUT TEST EVERYTHING {{1Thessalonians 5 v 20-21: “Do not despise prophetic utterances, but examine everything carefully. Hold fast to that which is good.” (NASB) [A]. INTRODUCTION: Verse 20 is another very small verse, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Setting Things In Order

    Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Sep 24, 2015
    based on 21 ratings
     | 15,488 views

    To establish that the evangelist or minister is charged with "setting things in order and ordaining elders in every city and every church." This lesson discusses the characteristics of church leadership and clarifies the phrase: "the husband of one wife."

    INTRODUCTION Outline 1. The Evangelist's Charge: "Set Things in Order" 2. The Eldership's Charge: "Hold Things in Order" 3. The Evil Teacher's Charge: "Get Things in Order" Introductory Remarks 1. Paul's work in Crete needed to be completed before he ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Resisting And Overcoming The Rod Of The Wicked

    Contributed by Bishop Prof. Julius Soyinka on Mar 21, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,348 views

    The Word of God declared that the rod of the wicked shall not rest in the lot of the righteous. Believer must receive the Word by faith and resist the rod of the wicked in his life.

    Resisting and Overcoming the Rod of the Wicked Study Text: Psalms 125: 1-3 Introduction: - God is always in the business of defending, upholding and providing for the righteous. He surrounds them as mountain surrounds Jerusalem. - God cannot be explained, God can only be encountered and ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Proclaimer’s Appreciation

    Contributed by Terry Laughlin on Oct 7, 2019
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     | 16,835 views

    October is the season of the year which is set aside to appreciate those who have the Christ apportioned gift of pastor. The truths in this message will set your heart in good order for pleasing the Lord.

    Proclaimer’s Appreciation Honoring Those Who Teach The Word of God According to the Book of Ephesians chapter four, Jesus gave pastors to the Body of Christ to prepare them for works of service, so they mature in their faith and be unified in the work of the Lord. Pastoral Appreciation month has ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Diversity In The Church

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Mar 11, 2012
     | 5,828 views

    Leadership in the congregation is to reflect the Lord’s choice rather than seeking diversity as defined in the world.

    “The saying is trustworthy: If anyone aspires to the office of overseer, he desires a noble task. Therefore an overseer must be above reproach, the husband of one wife, sober-minded, self-controlled, respectable, hospitable, able to teach, not a drunkard, not violent but gentle, not quarrelsome, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Paul Charged By The Jews Series

    Contributed by John Lowe on May 4, 2017
     | 5,972 views

    The appearance of Paul before Gallio is important in two respects. First, it established a precedent for the manner in which the Roman leaders should consider charges against Christians brought before them. Second, the mention of Gallio..

    April 26, 2015 By: Tom Lowe Lesson: Paul Charged by the Jews (12-17) ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Songs Of Ascent – Part 2 – Psalm 120 – Trouble And Persecution Series

    Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Jan 27, 2023
     | 2,393 views

    The first Psalm of Ascent looks at trouble and what to do with lying lips and a deceitful tongue. We have difficulties and persecution but God is the Mighty Rock and our refuge. We dwell in an evil world but God is in control!

    THE SONGS OF ASCENT – PART 2 – PSALM 120 – TROUBLE AND PERSECUTION (A). O, THE GRIEF OF THE TROUBLED SOUL {{Psalm 120:1 “In my trouble I cried to the LORD and He answered me.”}} The Introduction for these Psalms has been done in Part 1, and today we commence with Psalm 120, obviously the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational