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  • Stephan Brown avatar

    The Lordship Of Christ Part 1 Series

    Contributed by Stephan Brown on Nov 16, 2004
    based on 35 ratings
     | 7,804 views

    Shows that Jesus is not only Savior but Lord. That Lordship is expressed in the Kingdom. When we submit to his Lordship--we come under the protection of His Reign.

    The Lordship of Christ – Part 1 1 Peter 3:15a But in your hearts set apart Christ as Lord. I. We know that Jesus is savior, but he is also Lord. AC 2:36 "Therefore let all Israel be assured of this: God has made this Jesus, whom you crucified, both Lord and Christ." 2 Peter 3:18 But grow in the ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    (Lesson 11) Saul: Becoming A Follower Of Christ

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Apr 10, 2003
    based on 26 ratings
     | 1,618 views

    Paul hated Christians, yet encountered Christ on the road to Damascus where his life was transformed. Paul received his commission from this experience.

    A. BACKGROUND 1. Perfect birth. "Circumcised the eighth day, of the stock of Israel, of the tribe of Benjamin, a Hebrew of the Hebrews" (Phil. 3:5). 2. Perfect life. "As touching the law, a Pharisee . . . touching righteousness which is in the law, blameless" (Phil. 3:5,6). 3. Best teacher. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Bruce Landry avatar

    Called To Call Others With Us Series

    Contributed by Bruce Landry on Dec 18, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,962 views

    Why should we call our families to Christ? Let not your heart be troubled: ye believe in God, believe also in me. [2] In my Father’s house are many mansions: if it were not so, I would have told you. I go to prepare a place for you. [3] And if I go and p

    Inviting others to “Come with Us” Who Gives the Invitation Who Receives the Invitation Numbers 10:29-32 (KJV) And Moses said unto Hobab, the son of Raguel the Midianite, (Jethro) Moses’ father in law, We are journeying unto the place of which the Lord said, I will give it you: come thou ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Before And After Series

    Contributed by Gregory Neill on Jan 17, 2007
     | 4,974 views

    Part 3 in a series on Lamentations. Comparison of fatihful Isreal and the Isreal of captivity

    Before and After Lamentations 2:1-22 I. Introduction A. Then and Now 1. 1980 and today a) Tried to gain weight and now… b) Drove muscle cars that “drank the gas” and now… c) Wore pastel colors and trendy clothes and now… d) Thought more was the answer to all things and now… e) Thought wearing ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Dr. William D. Poovey avatar

    The Study Of Introduction To The New Testament Series

    Contributed by Dr. William D. Poovey on Jul 24, 2015
     | 3,589 views

    The Study Of Introduction to the New Testament

    The Study Of Introduction to the New Testament 2 Timothy 3:16 (KJV) 16 All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness: We are beginning a journey through the most important book in the world. This ...read more

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    Denomination: Foursquare

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    "the World Has Never Been The Same"

    Contributed by Ken Sauer on Dec 19, 2018
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,516 views

    A meditation for Christmas Eve.

    “The World has Never Been the Same” Luke 2:1-20 The story of Christmas is not a fairy-tale from long, long ago that takes place in a land far, far away. Included in the story are identifiable names and places. The birth of God into our world doesn’t happen outside of human history but through ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Matthias And Our Witness To A Culture Of Death Series

    Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on May 11, 2019
     | 3,632 views

    Our mission, through prayer, fasting and almsgiving, and through a constant witness to the Truth of Jesus Christ, is to share the love of God with as many as we can, so that we will all be together in eternity at the awesome banquet of the Lamb of God.

    Tuesday of the 4th Week in Easter 2019 St. Matthias Today we remember the outcome of one of the great human tragedies–the treason and suicide of the apostle Judas. Now we don’t know from the magisterium what happened to Judas after he died. Did he have a moment of clarity that caused him to repent ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

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    Yes, It Can Get Worse Series

    Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Aug 4, 2020
    based on 3 ratings
     | 3,407 views

    This is not what you expected, and this is not what we deserve, is it? Or is it not?

    Yes, It Can Get Worse I know that many of you are very concerned about the coming congressional, senatorial and presidential elections. You have shared with me your troubled thoughts about a certain political party getting control of both Congress and the presidency. There are worries that the ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

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    Thoughts On Submission.

    Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Jun 7, 2023
     | 1,214 views

    Fight it all you want, but we are all to submit to God and many others.

    There was a discussion about women submitting to their husbands, but submission touches every realm of our lives. Hupotasso is a military term meaning to rank under. The Captain submits to the Major. In a two person relationship, someone must have the tie breaking vote or the responsibilty. If ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dennis Davidson avatar

    Respect Civil Authority Series

    Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Jan 6, 2014
    based on 6 ratings
     | 19,164 views

    Peter indicates that our salvation should impact how we related to governmental authority. Submission is not a popular topic, but it is needful, in our rebellious & self-gratifying society. Submission is recognition of God¡¯s right to govern our lives.

    1 PETER 2: 13-17 RESPECT CIVIL AUTHORITY [Renewing Hope Series] [Romans 13:1-7 / Acts 4:19-20; 5:29] From this point on 1 Peter discusses the effect of our salvation on our life and relationships. Because of our fallen understanding, what living the Christian life entails needs to be spelled ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Darrell Stetler II avatar

    #2 - A Patriot And A Christian Series

    Contributed by Darrell Stetler Ii on Jul 28, 2016
     | 7,205 views

    Can you be a Christian and a patriot? How do we fight injustice? How do I show love even when I believe what is happening is wrong?

    POWERPOINT Matthew 22:15 Then the Pharisees went out and laid plans to trap him in his words. 16 They sent their disciples to him along with the Herodians. "Teacher," they said, "we know you are a man of integrity and that you teach the way of God in accordance with the truth. You aren't swayed ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

  • Jim Black avatar

    Name Above All Names: "Messiah" Series

    Contributed by Jim Black on Jan 5, 2004
    based on 44 ratings
     | 7,906 views

    As the long-awaited Messiah, Jesus came upon the scene as a powerful king, but didn’t fit the people’s preconceived notions of what that Messiah would be. He is OUR king!

    It was a question that struck at the very heart of WHO he was and WHAT he came to do . . . “Are you the Christ?” Mark’s gospel tells us that after Jesus had been apprehended in the Garden the large mob armed with swords and clubs took Jesus to the high priest. There all the chief priests, ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • William D. Brown avatar

    Luke 16:1-13 Can God Trust Us As His Stewards?

    Contributed by William D. Brown on Apr 8, 2011
    based on 9 ratings
     | 24,808 views

    Jesus has been in the home of one of the chief Pharisees since chapter 14:1, He has given several parables, many of the Pharisees were guilty of many of theses truths that are revealed, this paralbe is about a rich mans manager,"steward" he

    LUKE 16:1-13 CAN GOD TRUST US AS HIS STEWARDS? 4-9-11 Let me say 1st of all what a Stewart is, a steward is a person who has charge of another man’s goods. Abraham had a steward who had charge of all his possessions. It was Abraham’s steward, possible ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Asun DeLong avatar

    You Must Be Born Again

    Contributed by Asun Delong on Feb 22, 2010
     | 10,137 views

    [Jesus] addressed [Nicodemus] to [teach] him that [he must be born again to enter the kingdom of heaven].

    Introduction: One of the greatest tragedies in religion today is that many church members, including religious leaders, do not know how to get to heaven, even though the Bible plainly tells us. Need: Man is dead in sin and is in the need of a spiritual birth. Textual Idea statement: [Jesus] ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    The Parable Of The Lost Sons Luke 15:11-32

    Contributed by Damon S Adams on Mar 16, 2016
    based on 4 ratings
     | 11,403 views

    This message is a exposition of the Parable of the Prodigal. The message demonstrates how rich the parable is and how the Middle Eastern context adds to our understanding of the meaning and application of the three main characters of the parable.

    The Parable of the Lost Sons Luke 15: 11-32 Introduction – Going to Cyprus for an extended stay of 3 months when I was 3yrs old back in 1963, I experienced village life that plunged me into a context that in some ways probably resembled something of the village setting of the parable of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational