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  • Elmer Towns avatar

    (Lesson 4) Elijah: An Encounter Out Of Discouragement

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Apr 10, 2003
    based on 39 ratings
     | 2,517 views

    Elijah ran into the desert because Queen Jezebel threatened to kill him. He encountered God, not in a mighty force to destroy the evil rule of Jezebel, but in a still, small voice to send Elijah back into service.

    A. INTRODUCTION: I KINGS 19:3-18 1. Miraculous food. God provided for Elijah’s needs. "The ravens brought him bread and flesh in the morning and bread and flesh in the evening; and he drank of the brook" (I Kings 17:6). 2. Miraculous source. "The barrel of meal wasted not, neither did the cruse ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    (Lesson 9) Peter: A Backslider Restored To Service

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Apr 10, 2003
    based on 11 ratings
     | 2,394 views

    Peter denied the Lord through boasting and pride. After breakfast on a beach, Jesus restored him to service and he became a bold preacher on the day of Pentecost.

    A. PETER’S BACKSLIDING 1. Cause boasting. "I will lay down my life for thy sake" (John 13:37). 2. Jesus’ response warning. "Wilt thou lay down thy life for my sake? Verily Verily, I say unto thee, the cock shall not crow till thou hast denied me thrice" (John 13:32). 3. Effort flesh. "Smote the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Returned And Gave Thanks To God

    Contributed by Jose Cabajar on Nov 20, 2003
    based on 37 ratings
     | 4,877 views

    Giving thanks to God is a joyful expression of man’s deep appreciation toward God’s loving- kindness.

    <PRE> Giving thanks to God is a joyful expression of man’s deep appreciation toward God’s loving- kindness. In Thessalonians 5:18 it is written, In every thing give thanks: for it is the will of God in Christ Jesus concerning you. <PRE> Who says Thanksgiving Day only happens ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    "Five Giants David Had To Defeat Before He Took On Goliath!"

    Contributed by Jerry Depoy on Nov 24, 2003
    based on 104 ratings
     | 41,512 views

    Before David went against Goliath, he choose five smooth stones. There were other giants that he had to face. No wonder many Christian never defeat Goliath. They are not prepared for the fight. This message takes a look at the five giants that David h

    Text: (1 Sam 17:50) So David prevailed over the Philistine with a sling and with a stone, and smote the Philistine, and slew him; but there was no sword in the hand of David. 51 Therefore David ran, and stood upon the Philistine, and took his sword, and drew it out of the sheath thereof, and slew ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    I Am The Vine Series

    Contributed by Richard White on Dec 8, 2003
    based on 29 ratings
     | 7,696 views

    What does it mean to bear fruit? We can only bear fruit if we are attached to the Vine.

    I am the Vine John 15:1-8 JN 15:5 "I am the vine; you are the branches. If a man remains in me and I in him, he will bear much fruit; apart from me you can do nothing. 6 If anyone does not remain in me, he is like a branch that is thrown away and withers; such branches are picked up, thrown ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Committee.

    Contributed by Melvin Shelton on Dec 21, 2003
    based on 19 ratings
     | 2,861 views

    The persecution of the early church in Jerusalem resulted in the gospel being carried to other parts of Palestine and eventually other nations.

    The committee. Acts 8:1 -- 25. 12/17/03 The persecution of the early church in Jerusalem resulted in the gospel being carried to other parts of Palestine and eventually other nations. What the devil meant for harm, the Lord just turned around for good. Some of the believers had to flee ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Out Of The Darkness And Into The Light

    Contributed by Joe Harding on Dec 22, 2003
    based on 24 ratings
     | 6,741 views

    IN JESUS WE MOVE FROM DARKNESS TO LIGHT

    OUT OF THE DARKNESS AND INTO THE LIGHT ISAIAH 9: 1-7 SUNDAY PM DECEMBER 21, 2003 INTRODUCTION: WHOEVER STARTED THIS WHOLE CHRISTMAS THING…(E-mail) TRANSITION THOUGHT: Christmas is not always a time of light. For many it is a time of darkness. Before Jesus came there was definite darkness. The ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Source Of Our Joy: Part Ii Series

    Contributed by Jay Patton on Jun 18, 2002
    based on 11 ratings
     | 3,502 views

    A very doctrinally based sermon on Paul’s view of Sanctification and Justification.

    Introduction: Martin Luther’s thunderstorm promise, constantly going to his bishop to confess his sins, if ever there could have been monk being saved by monkery it would have been Luther Read Scripture/Pray Background: Paul’s concern that we will fall back into the sin of self-righteousness and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Ephesus

    Contributed by Ken Gilmore on Jun 20, 2002
    based on 39 ratings
     | 4,412 views

    What God expects from a church is often different from what the Church thinks he expects. This was true at Ephesus and is true at many other churches.

    Rev 2:1-7 Introduction: -Seven Golden Candlesticks are the seven churches. -Seven stars are their ministers -Why only seven of the churches – why not Troas, Miletus, Colosse, or Hieropolis? -These seven letters contain messages valuable to our church. Let us identify what God loves about these ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Unity That Gives Us Joy

    Contributed by Paul Fredericks on Jun 20, 2002
    based on 46 ratings
     | 5,083 views

    An extended outline of Philippians 2 on how unity can bring us joy, individually and corporately.

    1A. Background of this book 1B. Paul is writing from jail 2B. Paul is encouraging the church to have his mindset in the midst of their discouraging circumstances 3B. Paul is directing the church to remain united despite inner conflicts. 4B. Paul’s main theme is Joy 1C. Joy is not ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Real Thing

    Contributed by Stephen Rice on Jun 28, 2002
    based on 11 ratings
     | 6,361 views

    A challenge to live the Real Thing! Not this fake, go to church, get excited after youth camp sort of faith.

    We all know the story of Abraham and Isaac, how God told him to the mountain and sacrifice his son. Abraham proceeded as told and took Isaac up, having been asked by his son Where the lamb for the offering was, Abraham just could say that God would provide. As they reached the top, Abraham bound ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Finding Community (In An Age Of Individualism) Acts - Part 5 Series

    Contributed by Jeff Christopherson on Jan 15, 2005
    based on 6 ratings
     | 4,241 views

    How to experience the power of community...

    Finding Spiritual Community in an age of lonely Individualism Acts Series: “Completely Irreligious, Yet Radically Christian” Part 5 Pastor Jeff Christopherson February 9, 2003 Acts 2:42-47 Canada, 2003 A.D. We are individualistic – the idea of community seems strange. • Our ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    How The Holy Spirit Helps A Wise Counselor Understand An Individual's Perspective

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 18 ratings
     | 4,658 views

    1. The Holy Spirit helps a counselor, who knows how to listen, understand what is REAL to their counselee.

    1. The Holy Spirit helps a counselor, who knows how to listen, understand what is REAL to their counselee. A person’s reality consists of what they regard as being actual in its true nature, both visible and invisible things. A leader develops the insight to get to know each person’s perspectives ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Abiding Injesus Series

    Contributed by Mike Wilkins on Mar 23, 2009
    based on 3 ratings
     | 3,159 views

    It is only by abiding in Jesus that we can bear fruit

    John 15:1-17 March 22, 2009 Abiding in Jesus World Water Day Being fruitful is serious business! Not to produce fruit is to be cut off and burned Pruning – you have already been pruned… - pruning is suffering with a purpose What is this fruit? 1) Fruit of Repentance Luke 3:7-14 ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    The Third Day

    Contributed by Ronnie Knight on May 9, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,735 views

    The resurrection of Jesus Christ is the single most important event in history because it brings the hope and power of salvation to all mankind. sermon should challenge each listener to place their faith in Jesus Christ.

    Subject: Resurrection of Christ Scripture: 1 Corinthians. 15.1-58 Sermon: The Third Day Scope: This sermon should challenge each listener to place their faith in Jesus Christ. Summary: The resurrection of Jesus Christ is the single most important event in history because it brings the hope and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist