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  • Ron Freeman, Evangelist avatar

    The Ministry Of Maturity

    Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Aug 2, 2019
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,951 views

    To establish that the church must grow in grace and knowledge in all things. That mature men and women of the congregation; can teach, coach and mentor the younger members in the faith. This is a faithful ministry to the youth, teaching both spiritual and social graces.

    INTRODUCTION Outline. 1. Ministry of Maturity 2. Mature Men Teachers 3. Mature Women Teachers Remarks. 1. In this study we will discuss the obligation of the older members of the church’s responsibilities: to teach the young members of the congregation, in both spiritual and social graces. This ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Remembering, Building & Showing Mercy! Series

    Contributed by Gordon Curley on Jan 26, 2020
     | 4,385 views

    Fighting Truth Decay: Remembering, Building, Showing Mercy - Jude 17-23 – sermon by Gordon Curley (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

    SERMON OUTLINE: First Instruction: Remember the Training Manuel (vs 17). (a). keep in mind the Faith (vs 20) (b). keep in mind the Apostle’s Teaching (vs 17) (b). keep in mind the Apostle’s (vs 17) Second Instruction: Keep in shape (vs 20-21). (a). Building (vs 20a). (b). Praying (vs ...read more

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    Denomination: Brethren

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    Common Pitfalls Of Man Series

    Contributed by Tesh Njokanma on Jun 13, 2018
    based on 4 ratings
     | 16,682 views

    A sermon that highlights 5 Pitfalls of Life and Ministry

    Luke 19:11-26 is a very instructive Bible passage. In this passage, a king who represents our Lord and King of Glory gave ten minas to three servants. While two of the servants went and put the money they received to use, one of the servants did nothing with the money he received from the king. ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Holy Spirit - Part 5 Of 9 Series

    Contributed by Sam Mccormick on Jul 4, 2017
     | 36,798 views

    This part is a continuation of the Holy Spirit's role in the functioning of the New Testament church which began in Part 4 of this series. In this part we examine the greater and lesser gifts and functions of apostles and prophets in the early church.

    This nine-part series was originally developed for a class environment, and later adapted for use in a prison ministry conducted via correspondence. Because of that background, questions were developed for each lesson for participants to use in a setting conducive to discussion, or as handouts for ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    God Is Speaking, Can You Hear Him?

    Contributed by Tesh Njokanma on Aug 8, 2017
    based on 3 ratings
     | 25,591 views

    Discover 5 amazing benefits of hearing God's voice

    Introduction The true test that we belong to God and are sons (children) of God is that we HEAR GOD. Romans 8:14 tells us that “those who are led by the Spirit of God are sons of God”. To be led by someone, it means you HEAR when the person speaks that’s why following the person’s leading or ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Yellow Line Living

    Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Nov 10, 2020
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,940 views

    What does it really mean to walk with God? How can we enjoy our walk with the LORD and live an amazing Abundant Life?

    Scripture: Psalm 1; Isaiah 35:8-10; Colossians 3:1-17 Theme: Walking in Christ Title: Yellow Line Living INTRO: Grace and peace from God the Father, Son and Holy Spirit! I want to talk to you today about Yellow Line Living. Think for a moment about that yellow line that you see ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    Apollos Goes From Ephesus To Corinth Series

    Contributed by John Lowe on May 8, 2017
     | 9,219 views

    Paul began his third mission by visiting for the third time the churches established on his first missionary journey. His ultimate destination was Ephesus, where he had left Priscilla and Aquila. Before Paul’s return, the two encountered Apollos....

    June 2, 2015 By: Tom Lowe Lesson: IV.D.2: Apollos Goes from Ephesus to Corinth (18:24-28) Acts 18:24-28 (KJV) 24 And a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • James D. Thornber avatar

    The Ways Of A Fool -- 1 Samuel 31 Series

    Contributed by James D. Thornber on Mar 2, 2014
    based on 4 ratings
     | 10,523 views

    We look at some of the ways Saul played the fool so we can learn how NOT to go the direction Saul went.

    The Ways of a Fool 1 Samuel 31 Like most of you, I have spent time walking in the cemetery. I like to look at the gravestones and their dates. I like to imagine what these people were like and how they lived a hundred or more years ago. What did they do for a living? Where in town did they live? ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Assurance(2023)-2

    Contributed by Byron Sherman on Sep 5, 2023
     | 1,193 views

    2 of 2. Luke assured Theophilus of the validity of his faith, because his faith was based on fact. Likewise, readers of Luke’s gospel can be certain of their faith. But What historical assurances are offered/gained thru Luke’s Gospel? Luke’s Assurance offers us Historical...

    ASSURANCE-II—Luke 1:1-4 ATTENTION: ‘My Children Are Not My Children’ When Lydia Fairchild fell on hard times(in Washington State ca. 2002), she & the father of her children separated. And when Lydia applied for state benefits for their children, DNA tests were required for proof of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Origin And Intent Of Gender Theory

    Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Jun 20, 2023
    based on 4 ratings
     | 1,972 views

    In the late 1980s the word 'Gender' was intentionally turned into a sociological concept.

    The word 'gender' comes from the Latin word 'genus' which means 'kind' or 'type.' In the few hundred years before the 1950s, the term 'gender' was used only in the field of grammar. In 1955, John William Money, a New Zealand psychologist, sexologist, and ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Tabernacle Series Part 2: The High Priest Series

    Contributed by Jimmy Stewart on Jan 8, 2003
    based on 36 ratings
     | 5,144 views

    In part 2 of this series, we look at the high priest of the tabernacle.

    TABERNACLE SERIES PART TWO: The High Priest Exodus 28:1 As God began to give instruction for the tabernacle, he also gave instruction for a high priest. Someone had to do the work in the tabernacle, and it could not just be anyone. It had to be a person set apart by God, called to this ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Labor Day / Youth

    Contributed by Glen Lawhun on Sep 5, 2004
    based on 21 ratings
     | 6,630 views

    . We stand here this morning freely to worship because of the youth of this nation. The young men and women who have labored in our military to keep this nation, and many nations free to worship God, our creator.

    Read II Tim. 2:1-5 and I Tim. 1:8-16 This morning’s message is directed towards the youth but with a simple message to celebrate Labor Day. We stand here this morning freely to worship because of the youth of this nation. The young men and women who have labored in our military to keep this ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Worshipping Him

    Contributed by Jason Winters on Dec 8, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,665 views

    Worship’s primary place

    Worship Him What then shall we say, brothers? When you come together, everyone has a hymn, or a word of instruction, a revelation, a tongue or an interpretation. All of these must be done for the strengthening of the church. If anyone speaks in a tongue, two—or at the most three—should speak, one ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Joseph, Do What You're Told

    Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Dec 21, 2007
     | 2,136 views

    Joseph is held up as an example of the type of person we are encouraged to be by stepping beyond self and thinking of the welfare of others.

    Matthew 1: 18 – 25 Joseph, Do What You’re Told Intro: What manger scene or Christmas pageant would be complete without Joseph, “father of Jesus.” Fathers all say and do pretty much the same things. Here is my list of the top 5 things father’s say. “Ask your mother.” “Do I look like I’m made ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Don't Be Afraid

    Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Feb 2, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,927 views

    This sermon takes a look at the transfiguration on Jesus in comparison to a football game.

    Matthew 17: 1 – 9 / Don’t Be Afraid! Intro: Since today is Super Bowl Sunday, I thought it would be fitting to look at the text from that vantage point. --- When I was in high school, we had a pep rally before every “BIG” game. The purpose was appreciating and supporting the team. People ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed