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  • Freddy Fritz avatar

    Living In The Truth Series

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Oct 16, 2021
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     | 4,635 views

    Second John 1-4 teaches us about living in the truth.

    Scripture Last time, we completed the First Letter of John. Today, are going to begin studying the Second Letter of John. And in a few weeks, we will study the Third Letter of John. By the time John wrote these letters, he was an old man. He had been called by Jesus to serve as one of his ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Lessons From The Life Of Abraham (1of 5)

    Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Jan 27, 2022
     | 1,973 views

    Make no mistake about it; some folks lives are more exciting than others. But many live a less exciting life than others. In fact, some people call our age the “Boredom Boom!”

    This boredom has driven some people: • To quit their jobs • To quit their marriages • To quit their churches • To turn to drugs and alcohol • To run away from home • To experiment with homosexuality When some people have been exposed to every kind of evil there is, they then ask, “IS THERE ANYTHING ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Remember, Forget, Trust, Press Onward!

    Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Dec 26, 2021
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    This is the final message of the year, focusing on God's transforming power as we move beyond past darkness and focus on Jesus as we look to the future.

    December 26, 2021 Sermon Isaiah 43:16-21, Jeremiah 29:10-14, Philippians 3:10-14 “Remember, Forget, Trust, Press Onward!” I hope you are having a meaningful Christmas, where you find yourself drawing near to God or longing to draw near to God. And here’s the thing about the meaning of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    God's Love - The Heart Of Christmas

    Contributed by Christian Cheong on Dec 26, 2020
     | 9,129 views

    Love is defined by the giving of the Father, the sacrifice of the Son and the lives of the redeemed. God's love is made manifest at Christmas, at Calvary and in the redeemed people of God.

    God’s Love, the Heart of Christmas 1 John 4:7-11 7 Dear friends, let us love one another, for love comes from God. Everyone who loves has been born of God and knows God. 8 Whoever does not love does not know God, because God is love. 9 This is how God showed his love among us: He sent his one ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Fountain Of Life Or Youth?

    Contributed by Thomas Swope on Sep 11, 2019
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    A study in Psalm 36: 1 - 12

    Psalm 36: 1 – 12 The Fountain of Life or Youth To the Chief Musician. A Psalm of David the servant of the LORD. 1 An oracle within my heart concerning the transgression of the wicked: There is no fear of God before his eyes. 2 For he flatters himself in his own eyes, when he finds out his ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

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    The 4 Points: #3: Christ Died For Our Sins: Story: The Mesage Of The Cross. Series

    Contributed by Gordon Curley on Mar 26, 2024
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     | 1,180 views

    THE 4 POINTS: #3: Christ Died For Our Sins: Story: The Message of the Cross - sermon by Gordon Curley (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

    SERMON OUTLINE: • The cross to the world – “a message.” (vs 18&24) • The cross to the Jews = “stumbling-block” (vs 23b) • The cross to the Greeks = “foolishness” (vs 23c) • The cross to believers = “the power & wisdom of God” (vs 24) SERMON BODY: Ill: • In 2014, a metal detectorist ...read more

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    Denomination: Brethren

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    Have You Lost Your Salvation Forever? The Difficult Verses Of Hebrews 6:4-6 Series

    Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Jan 5, 2024
     | 1,868 views

    Can a Christian lose salvation through sin (falling away)? Does backsliding forfeit your salvation so there is no repentance to renewal or restoration? We examine this difficult Hebrews passage to see what its proper application really is. These 3 verses really unsettle people.

    HAVE YOU LOST YOUR SALVATION FOREVER? THE DIFFICULT VERSES OF HEBREWS 6:4-6 [A]. THE TOPIC BEFORE US This part of Hebrews chapter 6 is one passage that has such a multitude of interpretations, that it has become very confusing. I get asked about it. Wrong ideas are developed in this chapter ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Thank You Lord! Series

    Contributed by Derek Geldart on Feb 11, 2024
     | 1,714 views

    Numerous blessings in life warrant gratitude, including good health, food on one’s table, shelter, supportive family, and a secure retirement plan. But when we contemplate eternal blessings it is our relationship with the Lord is all that truly matters!

    Thank You Lord 1 Thessalonians 1:1-10 Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/?page_id=3567 Numerous blessings in life warrant gratitude, including good health, food on one’s table, shelter, supportive family, and a secure retirement plan. However, contemplating one's blessings while ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Sermon # 7 - Watch And Pray Series

    Contributed by Andrew Dixon on Jun 12, 2024
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     | 1,198 views

    Jesus wanted His disciples to tarry with Him in prayer at a most crucial hour, but they were overcome with sleep. If we can set aside some distractions and discipline ourselves to spend time with God we will experience wonderful transformation in our lives.

    We read in Mark 14:37, He went back and found them asleep. He said to Peter, "Simon, are you sleeping? Couldn't you stay awake for one hour? (GW) As Jesus was praying in the Garden of Gethsemane, he instructed his disciples to tarry in prayer right where they were, when He went on further ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    Be Observant And Flexible Series

    Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Oct 30, 2021
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,830 views

    It is all too common for individuals in ministry to become overly focused on small and often menial tasks, and then forget to take time for the people around them; and ministry is supposed to be about people! Jesus was flexible.

    We live in a hectic and fast paced world. I’m sure that many of you have noticed just how busy life can be. I read an article entitled, “Goal Oriented or People Oriented,” and I want to share with you something it says. This article states, “Many times we get caught up in our ‘to do’ lists and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Living In The Kingdom Part 6 Series

    Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Nov 13, 2021
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     | 2,410 views

    In part 6 of this series we examine what Jesus said about fulfilling the Law. This is Part A of this message and Part B will focus on why Jesus had the authority to fulfill the Law.

    Living In The Kingdom 6 Scripture: Matthew 5:17-20; Hebrews 10:12; Galatians 3:24-25 This morning we are continuing our study of Jesus’ Sermon on the Mount and today we are going to be focusing on Matthew 5:17-20. When I initially wrote this message, there was too much information to be covered ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Word Of God Series

    Contributed by Derek Geldart on Mar 3, 2024
     | 1,794 views

    Let us speak words of life to those who are lost, carrying within us the radiant hope that as we sow seeds of righteousness, the Owner will speak with authority, love, and grace, piercing their hearts so deeply that they cry out, "Abba Father, I need You!"

    The Word of God 1 Thessalonians 2:13 Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/?page_id=3567 How easy it is to look upon this modern world and only see gossipers, slanderers, God-haters, insolent, arrogant, boastful, disobedient people that have no fidelity, no love, and no mercy; ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Sermon # 44 - God Is Mindful Of Us Series

    Contributed by Andrew Dixon on Jan 24, 2025
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     | 632 views

    Jonah sat outside the city of Nineveh in the blazing heat fuming against God, but God graciously appointed a plant to grow and give shade to Jonah. No matter what our situation is, let’s remember that God is mindful of us and He will never leave us nor forsake us.

    For our meditation let us look at Jonah 4:6, “Now the LORD God appointed a plant and made it come up over Jonah that it might be a shade over his head, to save him from his discomfort. So Jonah was exceedingly glad because of the plant.” (ESV) God gave Jonah a task to go and preach against ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    The Realization Of God’s Guidance-1

    Contributed by Byron Sherman on Oct 21, 2025
     | 140 views

    1 of ? Luke records prophetic events surrounding the birth of John the Baptist. God’s ‘guidance’(1:79) has been realized or brought to fruition. ?How is God’s guidance realized? God’s guidance is realized thru a Prophetic...

    The REALIZATION Of GOD’s GUIDANCE-I—Luke 1:57-80 Attention: The following is just a short testament to a lack of lasting peace among God’s people, Israel: Some 30 years after the death, burial, resurrection, & ascension of Jesus Christ, the Jewish temple was decimated by the Roman ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Go! And Live The Crucified Life - Galatians 2:20 Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Apr 7, 2025
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     | 2,251 views

    Galatians 2:20 is the essence of the Christian journey—a transformative union with Christ that redefines our identity and purpose

    Go! And Live the Crucified Life - Galatians 2:20 Introduction: Today we gather to explore a profound truth found in Galatians 2:20 (NLT): "My old self has been crucified with Christ. It is no longer I who live, but Christ lives in me. So I live in this earthly body by trusting in the Son of ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal