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  • Randy Croft avatar

    Evolution Vs. Creation: The Great Debate

    Contributed by Randy Croft on Aug 25, 2001
    based on 406 ratings
     | 36,723 views

    Some quotes and information showing the credibility of biblical creation

    *Note...after years of further research and study, I am now in firmly in the camp that embraces Historic Christianity and theistic evolution. It is backed by the very best research and is, in my current understanding, most credible in following the truths of science and ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Swollen Heads Vs. Smelly Feet

    Contributed by Ted Sutherland on Nov 4, 2001
    based on 148 ratings
     | 5,739 views

    Maybe our problem is that our egos have been inflated by the position that we hold that we have become not servants but members of a serve-me-please pharisaical class of clergy.

    After a minister had preached a searching sermon on pride, a woman who had heard the sermon waited upon him and told him that she was in much distress of mind, and that she would like to confess to a great sin. The minister asked her what the sin was. She answered, “The sin of pride, for I sat ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Wade Martin Hughes, Sr avatar

    A Spirit Of Sameness Vs. Agent Of Change

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Dec 14, 2002
    based on 40 ratings
     | 10,606 views

    IF YOU WANT THINGS DIFFERENT, YOU CANNOT STAY THE SAME. If you don’t like what you are getting, change what you are giving!

    A SPIRIT OF SAMENESS OR BE AN AGENT OF CHANGE. Two part series. BUILD A SAFE PATHWAY TO CHANGE. CAN WE CHANGE? ARE WE TRAPPED? Jeremiah 13: 23 Can the Ethiopian change his skin? Or a leopard his spots? Then may ye also do good, that are accustomed to do evil. God, you know what I was, You see what ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    God's Discipline Vs. Our Pain Series

    Contributed by David Wilson on Oct 12, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 9,366 views

    From a series of Wednesday night Bible Studies on Psalms 1-23. David thinks he has been disciplined enough, but we take the time to contrast parental discipline and godly discipline.

    Notes From Psalm 6 Verses 1-2 Discipline is unavoidable for the child of God. God’s discipline is a demonstration of divine love. See Hebrews 12: 4 - 11 Proverbs 13:24 The purpose of God’s discipline is not to crush us, but to create a right heart within us. What we think is God’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Wicked Words Vs. God's Word

    Contributed by David Wilson on Nov 28, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,911 views

    Part of our continuing study of the book of Psalms- David is concerned with dishonesty of those around him and compares their words to God’s.

    Grant Avenue Baptist Church Redondo Beach, CA 90278 (310) 376-7890 Pastor David Wilson 11/28/07 Psalm 12 “Wicked Words vs. God’s Word” VERSE 1: “HELP!” This word is sometimes translated as rescue, deliver, or even bring salvation. It is a powerful word, and is the root for the Word which is ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Smackdown! The Trickster Vs. The Hipster Series

    Contributed by Daniel Habben on Aug 14, 2006
    based on 21 ratings
     | 5,422 views

    In this strange wrestling match between Jacob and God, friends struggle with one another and the weaker overcomes the stronger. Find out how God used this wrestling match to help Jacob mature in his faith.

    Although I don’t watch pro-wrestling (my parents didn’t allow it lest I practice “piledrivers” on my little sister), I do get a kick out of the wrestlers’ names. There’s Junkyard Dog, Johnny Nitro, The Boogeyman, and The Big Show just to name a few. On our final episode of “Jake TV,” we’ll witness ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Earthly Wisdom Vs. Godly Wisdom Series

    Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Jul 26, 2011
     | 14,707 views

    We have to decide whose wisdom we are going to follow. James gives us a great breakdown of what the world has to offer verses what God has to offer.

    INTRODUCTION • SLIDE #1 • Wisdom is defined as prudence, discretion, the capacity to understand. It is what leads us to act wisely in life. Wisdom being able to apply knowledge in a way that pleases God. • Now, when you think about life from the Christian perspective there are ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Gambling - Wall Street Vs. Lotto

    Contributed by Jb Hall on Jul 2, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,746 views

    Does the Bible say "Thou shalt not gamble"? No. What then does the Bible have to say about gambling?

    Gambling – Wall Street vs. Lotto 2 Thessalonians 3:10 By: JB Hall There are 3 basic differences between the stock market and gambling (the Lotto). Namely: 1. The difference between “investment and scheme” 2. The difference between trusting “God” and trusting ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    David Vs Goliath (Who Are You?) Series

    Contributed by Scott Berry on Jul 21, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,689 views

    We often align ourselves with the 'good' character, but stop and consider afresh which character you are like in this story. Are you self-sufficient? Fearful? Jealous? Grow to be more like David!

    David vs Goliath This is so much more than the story of an underdog vs a giant. Which character are you like? (eg facebook quiz) Are you a Goliath? (vs 4 – 10, 42 - 44) Trusting in natural talent, physical security, past success Show contempt for others that you do not understand, realize ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Ed Vasicek avatar

    The Holy Spirit Vs. A Spiritual Nuisance Series

    Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Jan 16, 2011
    based on 5 ratings
     | 7,373 views

    If we serve the Lord in the Spirit's power, God will assist and bless our efforts.

    The Holy Spirit vs. A Spiritual Nuisance (Acts 13:4-12) 1. The Upshot newsblog carried a breath-taking article this week: Jordan Rice, a 13-year-old Australian boy, has emerged as a tragic-heroic figure in news accounts of the disastrous Australian floods, after he asked a rescuer to save his ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Mans Advice Vs Gods Voice

    Contributed by Gordon Curley on Nov 22, 2010
    based on 3 ratings
     | 5,323 views

    MANS ADVICE VS GODS VOICE (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request - email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

    MANS ADVICE VERSUS GODS VOICE Reading: Acts chapter 21 verses 1-17: A quick reminder: • The apostle Paul was convinced that he should go to Jerusalem, • Two reasons why: (1st). He wanted to personally deliver the money donated by the churches. • If you cast your minds back a couple of ...read more

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    Denomination: Brethren

  • Johnny Creasong avatar

    Live Churches Vs. Dead Churches

    Contributed by Johnny Creasong on Sep 29, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,393 views

    If all that is happening in any church could be reproduced by human hype or ability, why should that church exist? Are we a Live Church or is our pulse weakening?

    Live Churches vs. Dead Churches Acts 5:12-20 12 The apostles performed many miraculous signs and wonders among the people. And all the believers used to meet together in Solomon’s Colonnade. 13 No one else dared join them, even though they were highly regarded by the people. 14 Nevertheless, more ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

  • Larry Wolfe avatar

    Truth Vs. Tradition-Madman To Missionary

    Contributed by Larry Wolfe on Jul 27, 2009
     | 2,616 views

    Mental disorders vs spiritual disorders

    Tradition: Mental/Emotional/Behaviorial disorders are common among people of today Truth: Spiritual disorders are common among people of today In Mark ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Joe Robbins avatar

    Spiritual Gifts Vs Spiritual Responsibilites

    Contributed by Joe Robbins on Aug 28, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,990 views

    Some Christians are given gifts, but All Christians are to be responsible.

    Spiritual Gifts vs Spiritual Responsibilities I Cor. 12:7-11,28 I. Some Christians are given . . . Divine Wisdom (v8) But all Believers are called . . To live wisely. Romans 16:19, Ephesians 5:15, Colossians 4:5 II. Some Christians are given . . . Extraordinary Faith ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

  • Rolland Bouchard avatar

    Lesson 3: Organization Vs. Organism Series

    Contributed by Rolland Bouchard on Dec 10, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 10,024 views

    An indepth look at what it means to be the body of Christ. If He is the head of the body, the foundation of the kingdom, then we are simply body parts, cells, bricks. What does it mean to be an armpit?

    ORGANIZATION VS. ORGANISM “He is before all things, and in him all things hold together. And he is the head of the body, the church…” Colossians 1: 17-18a Indeed, Babel has had its effect throughout history. We can ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ