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  • John Gaston avatar

    Being Read By The Word

    Contributed by John Gaston on Apr 26, 2023
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,534 views

    Kierkegaard once said, "When you read God’s Word, you must constantly be saying to yourself, ‘It is talking to me, and about me.’” Is the Word challenging you? Convicting you? Bringing your life into alignment with God?

    BEING READ BY THE WORD Heb. 4:12-13 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: A LAWYER GOES TO HEAVEN 1. A lawyer dies and goes to Heaven. “There must be some mistake,” the lawyer argues. “I’m too young to die. I’m only fifty five.” 2. “Fifty five?” says Saint Peter. “No, according to our calculations, you’re ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    A Public Bible Reading

    Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Oct 19, 2013
    based on 8 ratings
     | 6,286 views

    A spontaneous act of dedication, an outpouring of divine blessings, a day of revival: the makings of a memorable holiday.

    A PUBLIC BIBLE READING. Nehemiah 8:1-3, Nehemiah 8:5-6, Nehemiah 8:8-10. Nehemiah 8:1. Revival is a sovereign act of God, in which His Holy Spirit stirs up the hearts of the people of God to seek Him. This is illustrated in the spontaneity of the crowd gathered for festival at the Water Gate in ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Read 'em And Weep

    Contributed by Mark Eberly on Sep 23, 2008
    based on 6 ratings
     | 3,714 views

    This week we will address the emotional area of the 7 areas of our lives that we give up (7UP) to God’s control to be a holistic community that follows Jesus.

    7UP: Read ‘Em and Weep John 11:33-35 September 21, 2008 This week we are going to address the emotional area of our lives that we need to give over to God. Of the seven areas that we are to give up to God (7UP to God), these is probably one of the most desperately needed areas for people. It is ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

  • John Wright avatar

    Bible #6 Six Literal Days For Creation Series

    Contributed by John Wright on Mar 29, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,942 views

    This lesson discusses a false claim made by an evolutionist and then we discuss some true claims about creation originating with God and only taking six literal days.

    INTRODUCTION 1. Open your bible please to 1 Corinthians 3:18-21. 2. Is your great, great, great grandfather an ape or maybe a gorilla? 3. In this lesson we will discuss a false claim by an evolutionist and then we will discuss some true claims about creation originating with God. DISCUSSION I. ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Dave McFadden avatar

    “taking The Great Commandment Literally” Series

    Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Sep 21, 2015
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,702 views

    A great start to obeying the Great Commandment is right where we live.

    We have taken the past three Sundays to think together about how we need to obey the Great Commission. Now today, I want us to think together about how we need to also take the Great Commandment seriously by taking it literally. What is the Great Commandment? Basically, to sum up what Jesus says, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Read My Lips Series

    Contributed by Davon Huss on Sep 15, 2003
    based on 27 ratings
     | 3,566 views

    What does Jesus want us to put into practice (Matthew 7:24) so that we will be attractive bait? This week: A Promise Means Something; Giving, and Faith

    Sermon for 9/14/2003 Matthew 7:24 Introduction: A. The only President ever to fulfill all of his promises was James K. Polk, the 11th President of the United States. President Nixon with the Watergate scandal. George Bush, Sr. said, “Read my lips, no new taxes.” President Clinton, “I did not ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Reading The Owner's Maual Series

    Contributed by Jeffrey Stratton on Nov 14, 2002
    based on 43 ratings
     | 5,341 views

    Learning how to become strong for the off-road times of life from 1 Timothy

    September 7 & 8, 2002 2 Timothy 3:10-17 “Reading the Owner’s Manual” The Ford Motor Company was incorporated and began production of the model A in 1903. As one would expect, they were pretty simple vehicles. There were really very few moving parts, they were open air cars and their top ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Richard White avatar

    Why Read The Bible

    Contributed by Richard White on Sep 25, 2002
    based on 27 ratings
     | 7,839 views

    We are lost, needing direction, need a map? Read the Bible

    WHY READ THE BIBLE? 2 Tim. 3:14-17 Illustration: It’s Christmas Eve. The kids are all asleep, you are sitting by the tree, trying to assemble that bike. Box says “so simple a 10 year old can put it together”. An hour later you mutter something like “they forgot to include the 10 year old ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    "Have Ye Not Read"

    Contributed by Gino Cascieri on Mar 28, 2003
    based on 32 ratings
     | 5,797 views

    This message look at each of the instances where our Lord uses the expressions “Have Ye Not Read” or “Have Ye Never Read.”

    “Have Ye Not Read?” Text: Matthew 12:1-8 Intro: The title our message comes from verse 3 of our passage where Jesus says to the Pharisees, “Have Ye Not Read.” Ten times in the gospel accounts and six times alone in the Gospel of Matthew Jesus uses either the expression “Have Ye Not Read” or “Have ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Advent Readings 2008

    Contributed by Peter Loughman on Oct 30, 2008
    based on 16 ratings
     | 15,696 views

    Print and use. Five advent readings based upon five favorite Christmas hymns: O Come O Come Emmanuel; O Little Town Of Bethlehem; O Come All Ye Faithful; Angels From The Realms of Glory; Silent Night, Holy Night.

    These advent readings are for the four Sunday’s of advent and then for Christmas Eve. The instructions we give each family is: first the scripture is read, then as the interpretation is read light the candle, or candles, and then they close with the prayer. We number the candles with a print out ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • David Moore avatar

    Have Ye Not Read? Series

    Contributed by David Moore on Oct 31, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 9,748 views

    This sermon challenges Christians to read their Bibles, showing how the Lord will hold us to account by His Word

    Introduction: This evening I want to begin a little series that I have labeled “A Series of Queries.” It is really a brief look at some of the questions Jesus posed to His hearers throughout His earthly ministry. It was not unusual for Jesus to answer a question with a question, and this He did not ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Bruce Ball avatar

    Read, Bless & Prioritize

    Contributed by Bruce Ball on Jun 11, 2008
    based on 16 ratings
     | 9,571 views

    Father’s Day Sermon that talks about the book of instruction we have; how to bless our children; and a reminder to keep them your second highest priority. Audio, text, and communion meditation at www.sermonlist.com

    How many of you know what today is? Sometimes, we men tend forget dates, don’t we? A husband was reading the morning newspaper as he ate breakfast. His wife walked behind him, letting her hand gently touch his shoulder, and asked him if he remembered what day it was. Having no clue, but ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    Reading God’s Will Series

    Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Jul 6, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,895 views

    God’s last will and testament gives us countless unimaginable blessings - but only in Christ, who is their embodiment.

    How many of you have a will? Did you put a lot of thought into it? Did you go over the people you love, and the How many of you have a will? Did you put a lot of thought into it? Did you go over the people you love, and the things that matter to you, and try to make the two match? How many times ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Chris McCall avatar

    Reading, Writing, & Arithmetic Series

    Contributed by Chris Mccall on Aug 23, 2011
     | 6,509 views

    So today God has set in motion the desire for us to do a check up in our spiritual lives in these basic truths to make sure we are still on track with our Reading, Writing, & Arithmetic skills spiritually.

    Hebrews 5:11-14 MSG I have a lot more to say about this, but it is hard to get it across to you since you've picked up this bad habit of not listening. By this time you ought to be teachers yourselves, yet here I find you need someone to sit down with you and go over the basics on God again, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • David Dykes avatar

    Reading The Signs Of The Times Series

    Contributed by David Dykes on Aug 31, 2011
    based on 20 ratings
     | 79,359 views

    Just as the Pharisees didn’t read the clear signs of the first coming of Jesus,many people today are missing the clear signs that point to the second coming of Christ. Four spiritual signs that are too bold to miss.

    INTRODUCTION When you hear the phrase, “It’s a sign of the times” what comes to your mind? If you’re into music you might think of the #1 hit song in the 1960s by Petula Clark, “It’s a sign of the times, that your love for me is getting so much ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist