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  • Byron Sherman avatar

    Expectations For Godly Living-1

    Contributed by Byron Sherman on Mar 21, 2023
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    1 of 6. Titus was exhorted by the apostle Paul, to expose God’s people to the expectations for godly living. All God’s people are answerable to His expectations for godly living. But, What are some expectations for godly living by God’s people?

    EXPECTATIONS For GODLY LIVING-I—Titus 2:1-15 Attention: Use Your Elbows: A Grandmother was giving directions to her grown grandson who was coming with his wife, to visit her for the first time in her new place: She told him, “You come to the front door of the apartment complex. I live in ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Wayne Lawson avatar

    Jesus Went With Them

    Contributed by Wayne Lawson on Jul 19, 2017
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    SO, WE HAVE TWO THOUGHTS HERE. Jewish Elders tell Jesus this man Is Worthy - Roman Centurions friends tell Jesus that - He Is Not Worthy - Which one is it? - Either he is Worthy or He is Not

    TITLE: JESUS WENT WITH THEM SCRIPTURE: ST. LUKE 7:1-10 Have you ever been in a grocery store and had the privilege of watching a child who does not understand who is in charge? The mother would say, “PUT THAT CANDY BACK,” and the child would say, “NO,” and then rip the package open. The mother ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Ron Freeman, Evangelist avatar

    Leadership's Divine Assurance_3 Series

    Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Nov 11, 2024
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    Establishing that sound and faithful leadership is one of the church’s greatest needs. That means appointing elders and deacons (along with their families) who are committed to their divine assignment of lovingly watching over, caring for, and shepherding the children of God.

    INTRODUCTION Outline. 3. The Leadership’s: Divine Assurance Introductory Remarks. 1. The final lesson in this Series: “Divine Call to Leadership,” will be “The Leadership’s Divine Assurance.” 2. We will investigate the elders at Ephesus’ divine assurance. Paul concludes his assurance unto them: ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Ron Ferguson avatar

    Message In 1peter – Number 7 – Shepherding The Flock Of God – Message For Pastors, Ministers, Elders, Shepherds – 1peter 5:1-3 - Part 1 Series

    Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Aug 19, 2023
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    Where has church leadership failed? How should all pastors (shepherds) behave towards the flock of God? We look at Peter’s requirements for this high position. Remember the words “accountability to the Chief Shepherd”.

    MESSAGE IN 1PETER – NUMBER 7 – SHEPHERDING THE FLOCK OF GOD – MESSAGE FOR PASTORS, MINISTERS, ELDERS, SHEPHERDS – 1Peter 5:1-3 - PART 1 [A]. SHEPHERD THE FLOCK OF GOD What grazier (rancher) would ever entrust his animals on agistment (feeding livestock at a designated location) to a farm ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Husband Of One Wife Series

    Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Mar 10, 2023
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     | 14,485 views

    To investigate the meaning of the Christian characteristic: “the husband of one wife,” as outlined in Paul’s Pastoral Epistles to Timothy and Titus, as a prerequisite for any man “desiring the office of a bishop (elder) or deacon,” in the Lord’s church.

    INTRODUCTION Outline. 1. The Husband of One Wife Introductory Remarks. 1. Today's lesson will discuss the theme: “The husband of one wife.” This is the fifteenth lesson in the sermon series: "Re-digging in Old Wells." There will be many others bearing this title. We are re-digging in ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Memorial Day 2007

    Contributed by Dean Morgan on May 5, 2008
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    Do you wonder why the Spirit of God moved the writers of Scripture to include the names and exploits of the freedom fighters of Israel in this book? Could it be to give honor where honor is due? Could it be that He wanted you and me, many hundreds, even t

    Verse 24 and following goes on to list the rest of the “Mighty Men.” Do you wonder why the Spirit of God moved the writers of Scripture to include the names and exploits of the freedom fighters of Israel in this book? Could it be to give honor where honor is due? Could it be that He wanted you and ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Dr. Odell Belger avatar

    It’s Mother’s Day!!!

    Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on May 8, 2025
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    Today we are celebrating Mother’s Day. This is a very special day in this nation for some very special mothers. I would like to give honor where honor is due and that’s to all the Godly Mothers and Grand Mothers that are here today.

    Today we honor our mothers in two ways: (1) SOME ARE HERE TO HONOR THE MEMORY OF THEIR MOTHER who has gone to be with the Lord. Some of you are wearing a white rose or carnation to show that she has gone to be with the Lord. (2) SOME ARE BLESSED HERE TO HONOR YOUR MOTHER WHO ARE STILL AMONG ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Lynn Floyd avatar

    The Search For Significance For Children Series

    Contributed by Lynn Floyd on Apr 26, 2002
    based on 83 ratings
     | 5,023 views

    I talk about a child’s responsibility to obey and honor his/her parents no matter what kind of homelife situation.

    Search for Significance for Children OPENING ILLUSTRATION: Several years ago while still in college I decided to get my truck refinanced. My grandparents (who cosigned the truck) and I were getting some information to the bank. After corresponding with a bank representative I had to fax some ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jeff Strite avatar

    The Faithful Father Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jun 18, 2006
    based on 144 ratings
     | 32,680 views

    Why didn’t the father go after his Prodigal Son? Why did he just sit and wait when he could have done so much more to bring his son home?

    OPENING STATEMENT: Over the past few weeks, we’ve been looking at how we can create a G-rated (a G-od centered) home in the midst of an R-rated world. This week, we’re going to look at a crucial element of that effort – fathers. ILLUS: Dr. James Dobson told the story of when he was about 3 three ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Philip Harrelson avatar

    The Veil Of Vashti

    Contributed by Philip Harrelson on Jan 31, 2009
    based on 23 ratings
     | 36,540 views

    A little known fact about Vashti’s actions and the importance of her veil.

    THE VEIL OF VASHTI TEXT: Esther 1:10-12 Esther 1:10-12 KJV On the seventh day, when the heart of the king was merry with wine, he commanded Mehuman, Biztha, Harbona, Bigtha, and Abagtha, Zethar, and Carcas, the seven chamberlains that served in the presence of Ahasuerus the king, [11] To bring ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Tyler Edwards avatar

    A Servant's Heart Series

    Contributed by Tyler Edwards on Apr 16, 2009
    based on 14 ratings
     | 17,004 views

    What does a servant’s heart look like?

    7: A Life of Meaning Series February 15th, 2009 A Servants Heart Does anyone here have a problem with feet? Do you find them disgusting? I knew a girl in my youth group growing up who was absolutely terrified of feet. If you were to take your shoes off in front of this girl she would scream ...read more

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    Undeserved Credit Series

    Contributed by Thomas Swope on Apr 14, 2014
     | 6,851 views

    A study of Proverbs 4 verses 1 through 19

    Proverbs 4: 1 – 19 Undeserved Credit 1 Hear, my children, the instruction of a father, and give attention to know understanding; 2 For I give you good doctrine: Do not forsake my law. 3 When I was my father’s son, tender and the only one in the sight of my mother, 4 He also taught me, ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

  • David DeWitt avatar

    The Evidence Of Our Love

    Contributed by David Dewitt on Apr 25, 2014
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     | 8,207 views

    Our love for Christ is revealed by our willingness to obey His teachings

    The Evidence of Our Love John 14:23 April 6, 2014 Evening Service On the whole, God's love for us is a much safer subject to think about than our love for Him. C.S. Lewis Mere Christianity How do we reveal that we really love Jesus? What is it that we do to show that our love for Christ is real? ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

  • J Jeffrey Smead avatar

    Memories Mothers, Grandmothers And Home Mothers Day

    Contributed by J Jeffrey Smead on May 8, 2015
    based on 48 ratings
     | 71,166 views

    "Honor your father and your mother, so that your days may be long in the land that the Lord your God is giving you." It is the only one of the 10 commandments with a promise. A Godly Mother translates the Bible into her everyday life. Updated May 2023.

    We have come together today ......First and Foremost ... to honor... the Lord ... Jesus Christ. Yet ... This day... May 14th.... is also a time, ...to honor ...our mothers, ...grandmothers ...and the mothers ... of our children. Worship ...... and Motherhood ...... are lifetime tasks, ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

  • Cameron Conway avatar

    How To Live After Being Anointed Series

    Contributed by Cameron Conway on Jan 22, 2019
    based on 1 rating
     | 8,245 views

    Today we take look at the aftermath of David’s anointing and how you too can learn how to live your life after being anointed.

    For more information and other teachings, podcasts, videos, books and study guides visit https://conwaychristianresources.com Last week I talked about the lifestyle David demonstrated which resulted in God recognizing the potential in the next king of Israel within him. David lived a life of ...read more

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    Denomination: Foursquare