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  • Matthew Kratz avatar

    The Covenant Of Grace Series

    Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Mar 24, 2012
     | 15,384 views

    1) The Stipulations of the Covenant (Genesis 9:8-11), 2) The Sign of the Covenant (Genesis 9:12-16), 3) The Summary of the Covenant (Genesis 9:17)

    One of the most extraordinary and beautiful natural wonders is the rainbow. It intrigues everybody. And rainbows have fascinated people throughout the ages. There are many things you could consider about rainbows. A rainbow is a bent or curved line in the sky composed or consisting of seven ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    "god Told Me!" Really?

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Jun 24, 2022
     | 1,801 views

    God's Word, the Bible, is a perfect revelation of the mind and the will of God. We sin against Him when we attempt to usurp His place by trying to put words in His mouth.

    “You shall not take the name of the LORD your God in vain, for the LORD will not hold him guiltless who takes his name in vain.” If you have been a follower of Christ for more than a few months, you have almost assuredly heard some dear soul assert, “God told me…” This assertion was possibly ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Paul Before Festus Series

    Contributed by John Lowe on May 28, 2017
     | 11,646 views

    Those two years that Paul languished in prison are silent years in the life of Paul. Perhaps he was exasperated by it all. We don’t know. We do know that the hand of God was discernible in all this, and His purposes were carried out.

    July 11, 2016 Acts of the Apostles By: Tom Lowe Lesson: Paul Before Festus (Acts 25:1-27) ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Face Off Series

    Contributed by Thomas Swope on Jun 21, 2017
     | 8,002 views

    A study of the Gospel of John 8: 31 - 59

    John 8: 31 - 59 Face Off 31 Then Jesus said to those Jews who believed Him, “If you abide in My word, you are My disciples indeed. 32 And you shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free.” 33 They answered Him, “We are Abraham’s descendants, and have never been in bondage to anyone. ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

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    The Just Shall Live By Faith

    Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Feb 24, 2017
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     | 25,499 views

    To establish that the just shall live by faith and not by the observance or the works of the Law or any man's standards of righteousness. The just shall live by faith - through Jesus Christ. This lesson deals with faith and obedience in ones salvation.

    INTRODUCTION Outline. 1. The Letter to the Romans 2. The Letter to the Galatians 3. The Letter to the Hebrews Remarks. 1. In our lesson today we are going to discuss the theme: "The Just Shall Live by Faith." This lesson will emphasize that the just shall be declared righteous by their ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Chasing The Wind - Wisdom Series

    Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Apr 2, 2017
     | 12,111 views

    We all need the balance of wisdom in our life because it will help us balance the daily issues in life on this earth but it will also help us to balance the reality of eternity and Heaven. Wisdom will protect us and give us divine insight into how to live

    Series: Chasing the Wind Introduction to Series: Chasing the Wind Illustration Kites – Why --- Kites set up in sanctuary– We need to catch the wind if we want to sail into the spiritual realm and to find meaning and purpose for our lives. Just like kites need to catch the wind to sail we as ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Not Another Dead God Good Friday Series

    Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Apr 21, 2017
     | 3,804 views

    Jesus was unlike any other god or person in history because He did not stay dead – Death did not consume Him or contain Him.

    Video Transition: Before there was Resurrection there was Death! Easter Series: Not Another Dead God! Thesis: Jesus was unlike any other god or person in history because He did not stay dead – Death did not consume Him or contain Him. Introduction: This makes Jesus so unique, so different in ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Evil For Good

    Contributed by Thomas Swope on Jun 22, 2019
     | 3,379 views

    A study in the book of Jeremiah 18: 1 – 23

    Jeremiah 18: 1 – 23 Evil for good 1 The word which came to Jeremiah from the LORD, saying: 2 “Arise and go down to the potter’s house, and there I will cause you to hear My words.” 3 Then I went down to the potter’s house, and there he was, making something at the wheel. 4 And the vessel that he ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

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    The Prodigal Son - The Son Who Remained Home Series

    Contributed by Claude Alexander on Jun 25, 2019
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     | 13,549 views

    Who was the Prodigal son - the one who went away or the one who stayed at home?

    The Prodigal son - the son who remained home. Luke 15: 11-32 Lev. 7:12; 22:29-30 A parable is a comparison of two objects for the purpose of teaching. Although Jesus did not invent speaking in parables, it is significant that He is the only one who used them in the New Testament. At one time in ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    What The Road To Hell Is Paved With Series

    Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Aug 2, 2019
    based on 1 rating
     | 10,019 views

    In understanding and submitting to Jesus authority, Matthew 21:23-32 shows us: 1) The Confrontation (Matthew 21:23), 2) The Counter Question (Matthew 21:24–27), 3) The Characterization (Matthew 21:28–31a)

    Matthew 21:23–32 23 And when he entered the temple, the chief priests and the elders of the people came up to him as he was teaching, and said, “By what authority are you doing these things, and who gave you this authority?” 24 Jesus answered them, “I also will ask you one question, and if you tell ...read more

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  • Michael Stark avatar

    Fleeing To Egypt Series

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Dec 11, 2016
     | 7,172 views

    Reviewing Matthew's account of the events surrounding the arrival of the wise men.

    “Now after Jesus was born in Bethlehem of Judea in the days of Herod the king, behold, wise men from the east came to Jerusalem, saying, ‘Where is he who has been born king of the Jews? For we saw his star when it rose and have come to worship him.’ When Herod the king heard this, he was ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    If God Be For Us

    Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Jun 30, 2016
    based on 24 ratings
     | 14,687 views

    To establish each Christian who truly loves God, who have been called according to His purpose; can be assured, that God will work out all things to their good. This lesson rejects the notions of "election" and "predestination" as some groups advocates.

    Outline. 1. Who can be against us? 2. Who can accuse us? 3. Who can alienate us? Remarks. 1. In our lesson today we are going to be discussing three important ideas which should give each of us hope and certainty regarding our present lives; and hope of eternity. Our text is encapsulated in some ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Michael Stark avatar

    Excluded From The Celestial City

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Jul 6, 2018
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,494 views

    Everybody talkin' 'bout Heaven ain't goin' there. The Word of God is quite clear that many will be excluded from Heaven. The message is a plea to those who are casual about God to avoid this condemnation.

    “[Christ, seated on His throne] said to [John], ‘It is done! I am the Alpha and the Omega, the beginning and the end. To the thirsty I will give from the spring of the water of life without payment. The one who conquers will have this heritage, and I will be his God and he will be my son. But ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    But They Could Not...

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Jul 13, 2018
    based on 1 rating
     | 8,605 views

    Despite the repeated efforts of mankind to duplicate the work of the Lord, His work is unique and man is unable to do what He does. Eventually, those who imagine they can supplant God crash up against reality, and they are revealed to be frauds.

    “Then the LORD said to Moses, ‘Say to Aaron, “Stretch out your staff and strike the dust of the earth, so that it may become gnats in all the land of Egypt.”’ And they did so. Aaron stretched out his hand with his staff and struck the dust of the earth, and there were gnats on man and beast. All ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Removing The Wall-2

    Contributed by Byron Sherman on Jul 26, 2018
     | 3,642 views

    2 of ? God enabled the children of Israel to conquer the walled city of Jericho. God removes the barriers to ministry/serving Him & seeks to ensure the success of ministry. But When/How can barriers be removed? Ministry barriers are removed when...

    REMOVING The WALL-II—Joshua 6:1-16+:20 Removing Barriers Attention: We usually avoid the beach except morning & evenings because of the sun. However, we also may go to the beach at midday. In order to remove the barrier of midday beaching(the effects of the brutal midday sun) we may use ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist