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  • John Williams III avatar

    Polarized (June 2016)

    Contributed by John Williams Iii on Oct 17, 2022
     | 1,171 views

    This sermon compares Lee Atwater to the Apostle Paul. They were both changed “polarized” by the gospel.

    POLARIZED Text: Galatians 1:11 – 24 “One of the greatest political minds in America belonged to that of [South Carolina’s own] Lee Atwater [Harvey Leroy Atwater]. He was known for his keen political insight and for his questionable political techniques that ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Be Wise For Worthy Life

    Contributed by Edison Jay Sanz on Nov 17, 2024
     | 276 views

    Apostle Paul discussed the rules to follow of those who belonged to the Lord Jesus Christ.

    I. To WAKE Up 1. The POWER of the light *verse 13, (EVERYTHING that is hidden will be EXPOSED by the light) "But everything exposed by the light becomes visible, for it is light that makes everything visible. 2. The PERK of the Lord *verse 14, (rise from SLEEP so that Jesus SHINE on ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Servants Series

    Contributed by D Marion Clark on Nov 12, 2010
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     | 8,397 views

    Presents the offices of the church and the roles of the members.

    Introduction Sometimes in studying God’s Word you find a nugget of truth that really speaks to you. I found such a nugget in our passage. It is this: I am God’s gift to you! Now, before you take me to Walmart for a gift exchange, let’s go through this passage together and see if ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    The Commands Of Jesus - Part 1 Series

    Contributed by Dr. Jonathan Vorce on Mar 5, 2022
     | 2,150 views

    The Great Commission has three different categories for fulfillment. They are: Go, Baptize, and Teach. Today Dr. Vorce will lay the foundation for our upcoming series entitled, "The Commands of Christ."

    Matthew 28:18-20 18. And Jesus came and spake unto them, saying, All power is given unto me in heaven and in earth. 19. Go ye therefore, and teach all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost: 20. Teaching them to observe all things whatsoever I have ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    A Prayer For Knowledge Pt. 1

    Contributed by David Mcallan on Aug 8, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,517 views

    In this passage, the apostle Paul expresses his desire for the church to be filled with an understanding of what we have in Christ.

    Intro Sydney trainer Harry Telford was a keen student of thoroughbred bloodlines and spent countless hours poring over pedigree charts. He believed he had found a future champion in a colt that was shortly due to sell in New Zealand. The colt was listed for the Trentham Sales in 1927. Harry ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    I Am The Good Shepherd PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 25, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,204 views

    The main point of this sermon is to explore the depth of Jesus' love, protection, and sacrifice for His people as the Good Shepherd who knows, cares for, and lays down His life for His sheep.

    Good morning, church family! Today, we're going to explore a beautiful passage from the Gospel of John that speaks to the heart of our relationship with Jesus Christ - and that's all about The Shepherd's Love for His Sheep, The Shepherd's Protection of His Sheep, and The Shepherd's Sacrifice for ...read more

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    Being An Example In...

    Contributed by Matthew Sickling on Aug 6, 2007
    based on 26 ratings
     | 33,870 views

    This sermon explores the five areas that the Apostle Paul encouraged Timothy to set a good example for others to follow.

    Title: Being a good Example Text: 1 Timothy 4:12-16 Date: 8/5/2007 Location: Sulphur Spring Baptist Church Introduction: Tomorrow is the first day of School in Simpson, County, and I know everyone is excited about that. But those of you who are parents know some children need a little extra ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    When You Pray Series

    Contributed by Denn Guptill on Mar 5, 2017
    based on 1 rating
     | 8,458 views

    When Jesus spoke to the Apostles about prayer he implied that there was a right way and a wrong way to pray.

    When you Pray. I love the positive thought that comes across in the statement that Jesus made to the disciples in the book of Matthew. It is found in what we refer to as the Sermon on the Mount and Jesus says three words that reflect his positive belief in the people who will call themselves by ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    Paul, The Real Deal-How Bout You?

    Contributed by Howard Strickland on Sep 29, 2010
    based on 3 ratings
     | 3,537 views

    False teachers sought to undermined Paul’s Spiritual credentials, however he set out to defend his apostleship, explaining once again that he was appointed by God and not by men. Paul was an apostle, “one sent with a commission.” The apostles of Jesus Chr

    Paul, the Real Deal-How Bout You? Galatians 1:11-24NKJ But I make known to you, brethren, that the gospel which was preached by me is not according to man. 12 For I neither received it from man, nor was I taught it, but it came through the revelation of Jesus Christ. 13 For you have heard of my ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Moses' Mighty Men Series

    Contributed by Bob Marcaurelle on Mar 16, 2016
     | 9,328 views

    Message 15 shows Jethro's advice to Mose about his administration as a warning to pastors who try to do too much, without delegating some of the work to others,, especially lay church leaders

    15 MOSES’ MIGHTY MEN Exodus 18 D. The Steps to Sinai 3. The Management Problem There was a certain pastor who disappeared every Friday afternoon around four o’clock. He would get in his car, drive off, and come back in about an hour. His ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Paul's Thorny Trial - Was It Sickness Or?

    Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Feb 16, 2021
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,641 views

    The issue of the Apostle Paul's thorn-in-the-flesh has been hotly debated for centuries.

    "And lest I should be exalted above measure by the abundance of the revelations, a thorn in the flesh was given to me, a messenger of satan to buffet me, lest I be exalted above measure" (2 Cor 12:7 NKJV) Some have held that this "thorn" was an eye disease that God ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Total Commitment Vs. Just A Contributor Series

    Contributed by Ken Mckinley on Jun 10, 2023
    based on 2 ratings
     | 2,319 views

    Paul, in writing to the Corinthians teaches that often we lay aside our wants, our desires, and even our needs for the sake of others. In order to run this race, it takes total commitment.

    Text: 1 Cor. 9:19-27 Before we begin, I want to share with you a story. This is a story that you’ll often learn in business classes, when you’re learning about partnerships in business, and I think it’s kind of applicable to what we’re going to be learning today… It’s called the Pig and the ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Love Them

    Contributed by Bob Soulliere on Feb 13, 2010
     | 3,557 views

    The Apostle Paul was working with a church that had some real issues concerning just how Christians should treat each other regardless of their Spiritual Giftedness. The Apostle was writing to a church in conflict, but one that thought they had ARRIVED, s

    Love Them Our text for this day is not what it first appears. We all have seen excerpts from this beautiful piece of literature and possibly have a copy of it hung on some wall in our house. I do! But our text is not just a lovie-dovie mushy- gooshy text on falling in love and getting married. Our ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    James Put To Death Series

    Contributed by John Lowe on Apr 15, 2017
    based on 3 ratings
     | 8,567 views

    If the apostles remained largely untouched by the persecution that followed Stephen’s death, the situation radically changed when Herod Agrippa assumed rule over Judea. The apostles then became the specific targets of the king’s efforts to suppress the...

    June 5, 2014 By: Tom Lowe Lesson: III.F.1: James Put to Death. (12:1, 2) Scripture (Acts 12:1, 2; KJV) 1 About ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Tribute To John

    Contributed by Clark Tanner on Nov 15, 2000
    based on 128 ratings
     | 22,105 views

    John the Baptist pays tribute to Jesus; and in recording his words, John the Apostle pays tribute to him.

    This portion of John’s gospel, when seen in context with surrounding narrative, at first may appear out of place. John has documented Jesus’ discourse with the Pharisee, Nicodemus, and early in the next chapter he records His conversation with the Samaritan woman by Jacob’s well near Sychar. ...read more

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    Denomination: Orthodox