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    Lesson 3: Praying Through Persecution

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Feb 9, 2011
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    Understanding persecution and why, as Christians, we will be persecuted and how to handle it.

    A. 1 PETER 4:12-19 “Beloved, do not think it strange concerning the fiery trial which is to try you, as though some strange thing happened to you; but rejoice to the extent that you partake of Christ’s sufferings, that when His glory is revealed, you may also be glad ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Lesson 3: Praying Through Persecution

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Feb 21, 2011
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    How to deal with persecution as Christians.

    A. 1 PETER 4:12-19 “Beloved, do not think it strange concerning the fiery trial which is to try you, as though some strange thing happened to you; but rejoice to the extent that you partake of Christ’s sufferings, that when His glory is revealed, you may also be glad with ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Mephibosheth Lesson 7 Series

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Mar 28, 2019
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    Living below your inheritance.

    A. REASONS SOME LIVE BELOW THEIR INHERITANCE 1. Physical problems. The grandson was not strong as his father and grandfather. “Jonathan . . . had a son that was lame in his feet. He was five years old when the tidings came (of grandfather and father’s death) and his nurse took him up and fled: ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Grandpa Mordecai Lesson 13 Series

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Mar 28, 2019
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    Greatest adopted child in history.

    Grandpa Mordecai – Influential through adoption Esther – influential through strategy Grandson Artaxerxes – influential for Israel “There was a certain Jew whose name was Mordecai the son of . . . Kish, a Benjamite. And Mordecai had brought up Hadassah, that is, Esther, his uncle’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    I Am Your Savior Lesson 2

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Mar 29, 2019
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    Five accomplishments of salvation.

    Note: The Bible by Jesus will be used throughout this lesson unless otherwise noted after each Bible reference. A. INTRODUCTION: WHY A SAVIOR? 1. People were cut off from God – in darkness. “I am the life of God, who is the light to all” (John 1:4). 2. People love sin more than goodness and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Christmas Message Of Peace Not Fear Series

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Feb 21, 2015
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    Two Christmas Messages: Peace and Fear Not

    A. INTRODUCTION 1. There are two Christmas messages. a. Peace. “Peace on earth good will to men” (Luke 2:14). b. Fear not. “The angel told Zechariah, Mary, Joseph and the shepherds, “Fear not” (Luke 1:20, 30; 2:10; Matt. 1:20). 2. One message is negative, takes away ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    How To Celebrate Sunday

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jul 30, 2025
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    Attendance helps demonstrate our obedience to Christ.

    A. THE ORIGINAL INTENT OF THE LORD’S DAY 1. A special day from the beginning. “On the seventh day, having finished the task, God rested from all His work. And God blessed the seventh day and declared it holy” (Gen. 2:2-3, NLT). a. God’s example for treating it differently. b. Do holy things on ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Faith Lesson 12 Series

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Mar 7, 2024
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    What does faith teach one as to the true way to approach God?

    A. INTRODUCTION: HEBREWS 11:1-40 This is the hymn of faith, summoning the Hebrews to a life of unshaken confidence in the living God (10:23). The writer encourages them in the midst of persecutions and trials with quick sketches of the patriarchs who had conquered the enemy by faith. 1. What is ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Jesus Introduces The Psalms Lesson 1 Series

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jul 6, 2023
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    The purpose of Psalms – to touch God and be touched by Him.

    All Scriptures are from The Bible by Jesus A. INTRODUCTION 1. The word Psalm in Hebrew, Tehillum means “to make jubilant music.” It comes from the root halal to yell a greeting. It is the word from which you get hello. So pray hello Lord. 2. Why Psalms were written. a. Prayers. b. Devotional ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Peter: The Primary Disciple Lesson 4 Series

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Oct 6, 2023
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    God chooses His leaders by His sovereignty, but leadership emerges as a person grows in faith and develops his gifts to serve God.

    A. PETER’S NEW NAME … NEW CHALLENGE … NEW OPPORTUNITY 1. A new name. His original name was Simon (John 1:42), a modification of Simeon “to listen.” Could Peter ever have listened? When Peter was brought by Andrew (constrained to come) to Jesus (John 1:42), Jesus changed his name to Cephas which ...read more

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    How To Celebrate Sunday

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Nov 14, 2025
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    The Original Intent of the Lord's Day

    A. THE ORIGINAL INTENT OF THE LORD’S DAY 1. A special day from the beginning. “On the seventh day, having finished the task, God rested from all His work. And God blessed the seventh day and declared it holy” (Gen. 2:2-3, NLT). a. God’s example for treating it differently. b. Do holy things on ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    How To Overcome Your Blind Spots

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Mar 17, 2026
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    The more aware you are of your blind spots, the more control and growth you have over your life for God.

    A. DEFINITION: “BLIND SPOTS” 1. Physical. The small area on the retina that is insensitive to light. 2. Communication. Any area where a signal cannot reach, i.e., radio, cell phone (also dead zone). 3. Car. An area behind the driver’s field of vision. 4. Moral. When a person is uninformed, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    How To Celebrate Sunday

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Oct 7, 2025
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    Original purpose was rest and/or interruption from work.

    A. THE ORIGINAL INTENT OF THE LORD’S DAY 1. A special day from the beginning. “On the seventh day, having finished the task, God rested from all His work. And God blessed the seventh day and declared it holy” (Gen. 2:2-3, NLT). a. God’s example for treating it differently. b. Do holy things on ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Angels And Wisemen Lesson 2 Series

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Oct 9, 2025
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    Learning witnessing from angels and worship from wisemen.

    A. LEARNING WITNESSING FROM THE ANGELS 1. What can we know when angels appear? a. They have a message. “The Savior . . . has been born today” (Luke 2:11). “The word anggelos means messenger. Will you share God’s message this Christmas? b. God is working. “Are they (angels) not ministering ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Why I Believe The Message Of The Bible Is True Lesson 2 Series

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Nov 24, 2025
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    The Bible is the unique revelation of God.

    A. INTRODUCTION 1. Christianity is a religion of the book. 2. What happens when you give up the authority of the Bible? a. You have no final proof for your faith. b. You will deny its contents. c. Your life is a rudderless ship in a stormy sea at the mercy of every wind (opinion) that ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist