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  • Paul Humphrey avatar

    Child Of The King: Temptation And Identity

    Contributed by Paul Humphrey on Mar 5, 2006
    based on 70 ratings
     | 22,137 views

    The Devil’s temptation of Jesus centered upon "if you are the Son of God." Even at the cross a voice cries, "If you are the Son of God, come down from the cross" (MT 27:40). Satan’s way may seem easier, but those led by the Spirit have a far different w

    Child of the King: Temptation and Identity First Sunday of Lent 2006 Dr. Paul G. Humphrey There was a young preacher visiting with an old man who had an old hound dog. The preacher said, “that sure is a nice dog, what is his name?” The old farmer hemmed and hawed and said, “what is that flower ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    The Power Of His Name (3) Series

    Contributed by Ovidiu Radulescu on Sep 21, 2010
    based on 47 ratings
     | 9,558 views

    The 3rd Commandment is broken out in the open. Swearers want people to hear what they say. It’s intended by the profaner that you would hear those words. When a person commits adultery they try to hide it. When they lust, or when they kill, or whatever th

    ILL. A New York City businessman, moved to the country because of this bad economy. He went to the local feed and livestock store and talked to the owner about how he was going to take up chicken farming. He then asked to buy 100 chicks."That’s a lot of chicks," commented the proprietor. "I mean ...read more

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    Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

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    Sign Along The Dotted Line

    Contributed by Craig Smee on Nov 27, 2005
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,986 views

    To covenant with God we need to know Him

    Please sign along the doted line: INTRO ILLUSTRATION TESTIMONY – The God I have Covenanted with? Who is my God? Naming Kyle. Eg Smee surname had to be careful. A lot is based on name etc. In bible, names mean a lot: Name = personality or related experience Hebrew name for Eve =WOW! Moses = ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    The Lord And His Name Series

    Contributed by Perry Greene on Aug 4, 2020
     | 1,659 views

    The LORD's name involves his character and reputation. As we take (on) his name we represent him and determine his influence based on our words and actions.

    1. I read that in China when young people would get out of line with public displays of affection they would take the young people to the police station along with their families and the authorities would berate the family for hours over how the incident brought shame on them and how the parents ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Filthy Lucre

    Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Sep 16, 2022
     | 1,279 views

    Let’s discuss a shrewd business manager and his wise use of filthy money in Luke 16:1-13.

    Should we boycott corporations that deal in dirty money, or is all money really filthy lucre? Are our tainted tithes and offerings usable for heavenly purposes? Let’s discuss a shrewd business manager and his wise use of filthy money in Luke 16:1-13. People versus Profits Luke 16:1-4 Jesus told ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Watch Your Mouth Series

    Contributed by Brian Bill on Jul 8, 2012
    based on 6 ratings
     | 23,543 views

    God's name is not in vain.

    Watch Your Mouth Exodus 20:7 Rev. Brian Bill 7/8/12 People get mixed up on my name all the time. Some people call me “Bill” and I’ve even been called “Brain,” though I’m not sure where that one comes from. When I’m called “Mr. Bill” people ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    These Things Ought Not To Be

    Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Dec 9, 2023
     | 1,381 views

    You can tell from the text of my sermon today I am going to preach about the tongue.

    Perhaps some are assuming the reason I am preaching on this subject is because some members in the church are mis-using their tongue in the church. But if you think this you are absolutely wrong!!! God as my witness as I stand in this pulpit before you and the God I love and serve…I AM ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Submission To Civil Authorities

    Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 11 ratings
     | 2,001 views

    Submission to Civil Authorities is the Only Answer to Persecution and the Best Way to Glorify God (2:13b-17) 1.

    Submission to Civil Authorities is the Only Answer to Persecution and the Best Way to Glorify God (2:13b-17) 1. Description of Such Conduct a. Fundamental Responsibility is Submission b. Danger to Avoid is the Misuse of Our Spiritual Freedom (:15) c. The Special Honor We Give to Civil ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Our Mission

    Contributed by Eric Amundson on Mar 29, 2001
    based on 46 ratings
     | 5,260 views

    Anointing for Ministry

    Anytime we read of Jesus, we need to be conscious of two main things. We ask what Jesus has done for us. And we ask what example he is for us. 1 Peter 2:21 says, ’to this you were called, because Christ suffered for you, leaving you an example, that you should follow in his steps.’ Jesus has ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    "Making God Glad” Series

    Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Sep 30, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,645 views

    Final sermon in a series on the use and abuse of the tongue.

    As I prepared for today’s sermon, I must confess to you that the original title I had in mind was “Making God Mad.” I felt that this was a sermon that I felt I was especially qualified to preach given the fact that I was sure my behavior had frustrated my heavenly Father on many an occasion. But ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    "Getting Real Religion" Series

    Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Sep 8, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,585 views

    Fourth sermon in a series on the use and abuse of the tongue.

    It should be the goal of every Christian to make sure that they avoid the tragedy of having a saved soul, but living a wasted life. This is the subject of our passage for today. James speaks to us about getting "real religion," that is, how to make sure we live out our faith in such a way that our ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Alvin Hathaway, Sr. avatar

    Community Based Education Series

    Contributed by Alvin Hathaway, Sr. on Mar 16, 2009
    based on 5 ratings
     | 15,093 views

    Community based education is moral, is meaningful, it’s mandated, and it must be administered by the people of God.

    “Community Based Education” Leviticus 10: 8-11 Focus: “teach the children of Israel all the statues” We enter into the third phase of our Back to School Series. In our first sermon we focused upon the primary goal in education is to get wisdom. We suggested that wisdom is intergenerational. In ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Ten Commandments: Honor God's Name Series

    Contributed by Vic Folkert on Jan 8, 2019
     | 4,807 views

    Don't dishonor the name of God by word or deed. We need God's help: the Holy Spirit, confession and cleansing, filling our minds with good things.

    HONOR GOD’S NAME—Exodus 20:7, Ezekiel 36:16-28 (optional children’s sermon: Use a Coke can. The Coca Cola name is so valuable, that if anyone uses the name without permission, they can be sued. God’s name is more valuable!) (Project on the screen: What is the most valuable brand name in world? ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Punishing The Innocent And Powerful Series

    Contributed by Ron Tuit on Jul 6, 2016
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,763 views

    Pilate's examination of Jesus stands to prove the innocence of our Savior.

    Punishing The Innocent and Powerful John 19:1-16 Today we begin John 19 and watch our Lord Jesus take the punishment for sin. At the end of John 18, Barabbas was granted his freedom in a prisoner exchange in which the Son of God was condemned to die. Look at John 19:1-16: “So then ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Art Campbell avatar

    God's Prayer Agenda (Pt 1) Series

    Contributed by Art Campbell on Mar 14, 2022
     | 1,349 views

    When we understand God’s agenda for prayer our prayer life will be enriched.

    In our recent Discipleship Survey it was exciting to see that a majority of us here at BBC pray at least once per week. Some of you are pretty spiritual - over 40% pray at least 4 days a week! But looking at this chart it also appears that a bunch of people still struggle with prayer. A quarter ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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