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  • Ken Sauer avatar

    "The Rich Little Man"

    Contributed by Ken Sauer on Mar 10, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,907 views

    In Luke 19:1-10 Jesus’ willingness to be present to Zacchaeus ends up being an act of evangelism. His encounter with his Savior changes his life. Is there ever anyone beyond the reach of God’s grace. The answer is "No!"

    Luke 19:1-10 “The Rich Little Man” By: Ken Sauer, pastor of East Ridge United Methodist Church, Chattanooga, TN Poor Zacchaeus! He wants to see Jesus but he can’t. He’s a small man, and he can’t see through the crowd. So, he climbs a tree. Poor Zacchaeus!... …or is he? Luke tells us ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

  • Chris Swanson avatar

    Break Free From The Past

    Contributed by Chris Swanson on Nov 29, 2022
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    Paul explains true Christian behavior. The old nature is dead. We are to accept Jesus as our Savior and put on the new nature. When we let Christ in our hearts, He changes us into what we should be.

    Look Up: In verses 1-4: “For ye are dead.” Simply put, we died. We should have little desire for this world and what it has to offer. Our old nature has been removed. We that have been born again are dead to sin; its dominion has been broken. Our real home is in Heaven with Jesus. -- John ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Elmer Towns avatar

    What God Teaches About Time Lesson 3 Series

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Feb 13, 2019
    based on 1 rating
     | 18,627 views

    God has given the gift of time to every person, at every place, for each evolving time.

    A. WHAT GOD TEACHES ABOUT TIME “There is a time for everything . . . a time to be born, and a time to die; a time to plant, and a time to harvest; a time to kill, and a time to heal; a time to tear down, and a time to build up; a time to weep, and a time to laugh; a time to mourn, and a time to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Separated From God

    Contributed by Jerry Flury on May 14, 2004
    based on 60 ratings
     | 22,072 views

    Man’s greatest problem is separation from God. Because man is separated from God, he does not experience the abundant life found in having a personal relationship with God.

    SEPARATED FROM GOD ISAIAH 59:1-2 INTRODUCTION: Life is filled with a great many problems. Often when these problems seemingly become overbearing we hear the question asked, “Where is God?” The truth is that this question points at the very heart of man’s greatest problem – separation from God. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    32. Lord Abner: When Power Shifts And Hearts Are Revealed Series

    Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Nov 18, 2025
     | 21 views

    A man named Abner, who secretly controlled a weak king, manipulated the kingdom for his own power, and almost reshaped the nation from the shadows. This is one of the most politically charged, tension-filled chapters in David’s rise to the throne.

    Lord Abner: When Power Shifts and Hearts Are Revealed November 19, 2025 Dr. Bradford Reaves Crossway Christian Fellowship 2 Samuel 3:1-12 When you look back through history, there are always certain figures who never wear a crown, never win an election, and never sit on a throne — yet somehow, ...read more

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    Denomination: Brethren

  • David Welch avatar

    Study Of Man - Anthropology Series

    Contributed by David Welch on Aug 30, 2018
     | 6,083 views

    This message summaries the doctrine of man.

    Anthropology -- The Study of Man Introduction The process of systematically organizing the truths found in the Bible is called systematic theology. There are many basic categories. I have decided to use the 9 most common categories. So far we have touched on three of them. Theology Proper which ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

  • John Harvey avatar

    God's Design For Your Mind Series

    Contributed by John Harvey on Jul 22, 2004
    based on 21 ratings
     | 6,846 views

    Your mind controls your actions. God calls Christians to be different from the world.

    God’s Design for Your Mind July 25, 2004 Intro: The control of our mind is a constant battle we fight. We are bombarded with images, ideas, and arguments to try to control the way we think. Theme: How we think will influence how we act. **(Video of Obi Wan Kanobi and Jedi mind control) We must ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jung Lee avatar

    Understanding "i Am"

    Contributed by Jung Lee on Jan 15, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,516 views

    God told Moses His name: "I AM WHO I AM" (Exodus 3:14). This isn't just a name; it's a clue to God's nature and power.

    Let's start a spiritual adventure and talk about the story of Moses and God at the burning bush. God told Moses His name: "I AM WHO I AM" (Exodus 3:14). This isn't just a name; it's a clue to God's nature and power. We're going to dig into what "I AM" means ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Freddy Fritz avatar

    Have No Fear Series

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Oct 25, 2014
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     | 14,714 views

    The concept of whom to fear as set forth in Luke 12:4-7 teaches us that God cares deeply for Christian believers.

    Scripture Jesus had completed his ministry in Galilee and was on his way to Jerusalem during the final few months of his life before his crucifixion. During this time Jesus gave his followers some very important teaching regarding discipleship. Commentator William Barclay says, “When we read ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    ( The Testimony Of A Man Who Considered Himself A Dead Dog )

    Contributed by Derrick White Sr on Jun 27, 2020
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     | 10,336 views

    NONE OF US IS GOING TO DIE UNTIL GOD `S PURPOSE ,PLAN AND PROMISES ARE FULFILL IN OUR LIVES

    (GW) 2 Samuel 9:6-8 6  When Mephibosheth (son of Jonathan and grandson of Saul) came to David, he quickly bowed down with his face touching the ground. “Mephibosheth!” David said to him. “Yes, sir,” he answered. 7  “Don't be afraid,” David told him, “I will certainly show you ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Rich Anderson avatar

    Who Is This Man Called Jesus? Series

    Contributed by Rich Anderson on Feb 16, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 11,980 views

    Jesus Christ is the Son of God, and if we commit ourselves to Him, He will give us eternal life. But also, in addition, by committing ourselves to Him, He will empower us with His Holy Spirit to equip us for this life here on earth.

    “But will God indeed dwell on the earth?” asked King Solomon as he dedicated the Temple (1 Kings 8:27). A good question indeed. God’s glory had dwelt in the Tabernacle during the wandering years (Exodus 40:34) and then in the Jerusalem Temple when it was built (1 Kings 8:10-11); ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

  • Michael Stark avatar

    How To Be A Mighty Man

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Mar 19, 2017
     | 11,025 views

    A study of a warrior-priest noted as one of David's mighty men with encouragement for believers to emulate his life.

    “Benaiah the son of Jehoiada was a valiant man of Kabzeel, a doer of great deeds. He struck down two ariels of Moab. He also went down and struck down a lion in a pit on a day when snow had fallen. And he struck down an Egyptian, a handsome man. The Egyptian had a spear in his hand, but Benaiah ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Larry Elder avatar

    The Man Who Would Not Listen

    Contributed by Larry Elder on Jul 14, 2003
    based on 38 ratings
     | 8,657 views

    When God convicts us of our lifestyles, we choose to listen or not. The choice to listen will bring great blessing and rewards into your personal life, your family and your area of influence.

    The Man Who Would Not Listen 2 Kings 14:11…Amaziah, however, would not listen Palm Sunday Jesus Shows Up It was Palm Sunday and Sue’s five year old son had to stay home from church, with a neighbor, because of strep throat. When the family returned home carrying palm branches, he asked what ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Stephen Schwartz avatar

    Is God's Love A Choice?

    Contributed by Stephen Schwartz on Dec 13, 2001
    based on 25 ratings
     | 5,698 views

    We must recognize two essential facts, God’s providence and man’s free election.

    Is Gods Love A Choice Let’s discuss more on the subject of prayer. Some think that prayer is useless if not an unimportant part of the Christian life. That our time could be better spent gaining for ourselves in the present world. They feel that since God knows all; that he is the God of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Jeff Strite avatar

    As A Man Thinketh In His Heart Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Feb 2, 2020
    based on 4 ratings
     | 13,550 views

    Romans tells me the way to know God's Will for my life is to be "transformed by the renewal of your mind." What does that mean, and how can we accomplish it?

    Have you ever received a “sweepstakes” offer in the mail? For years magazine companies like Reader’s Digest, Good Housekeeping and Publishers Clearing House have sent out mailings offering a sweepstakes where a lucky winner could win substantial prizes if they’d just send in the paperwork. ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ