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  • Matthew Kratz avatar

    The Secret To Change Series

    Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Sep 1, 2012
     | 5,446 views

    The "Secret to Change" through 1) The Perplexity of the Crowd (Acts 3:12-13), 2) The Person of Christ (Acts 3:14-17), and 3) The Power of Christ (Acts 3:18-19).

    For several years of government contracts, many civil servants, including teachers, have been able to bank unused sick days for cash payments after several years of service. In Ontario, leading up to this labour day, the provincial government has endeavered to pass legislation to change this ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    The Day The Light Came Back Series

    Contributed by Denn Guptill on Apr 8, 2012
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     | 18,564 views

    This is both the Good Friday and Easter Sunday Message. Friday was: The Day the Light Went Out and Sunday was: The Day the Light Returned

    Good Friday The night before the Israelites fled from Egypt the Angel of Death visited leaving the first born of the entire nation dead. It was the darkest day in the history of Egypt. Friday, October 13, 1307 the soldiers of King Philip of France arrested and executed the leaders of the Knights ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    I’m In Need Of Resurrection – Part Ii Series

    Contributed by Chuck Brooks on Mar 11, 2016
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     | 6,507 views

    Because of the indwelling Holy Spirit, the same power that raised Jesus from the dead is the power that enables us to walk in the Spirit and not fulfill the sinful thinking, immoral conduct and fickled feelings.

    Last time we looked at the Resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead and learned that it has certain repercussions—it leaves a mark on those who are touched by it. The Resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead has spiritual, psychological (mind, will, emotions) and physical ramifications ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    The Wars Begin

    Contributed by Jim Craig on Apr 3, 2017
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     | 6,244 views

    A narrative summary of the chapter that highlights some spiritual warfare as well as utilizes Abram's responsive faith an an example for the Church.

    I was recently telling my Growth Group how blessed we are in that we live in a place where there are currently no major wars. There certainly are wars taking place in the world, but for most of us here in Batangas we are not affected. Presently there are wars taking place in Iraq, Syria, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Deceit Of Ananias And Sapphira Series

    Contributed by John Lowe on Mar 12, 2017
    based on 3 ratings
     | 61,820 views

    “His wife also being privy to it . . .” tells us that this was not a sin committed on the spur of the moment. Ananias and his wife had talked it over between themselves and agreed to do it; they planned what they would say to cover up this fraud.

    November 4, 2013 By: Tom Lowe Series:The Early Church Lesson II.D.1: The Deceit of Ananias and Sapphira (5.1-11) Acts 5.1-11 (KJV) 1 But a certain man named Ananias, with Sapphira his wife, sold a possession, 2 And kept back part of the price, his wife also being privy to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Love Is Not Easily Angered Series

    Contributed by Steve Malone on Jan 28, 2020
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     | 4,827 views

    In this conversation we unpack 6 keys that will help us live out, love is not easily angered.

    Love Is Not Easily Angered OKAY - Thursday morning as I was sitting at my desk working on today’s message (our 7th in our series, LoveIs)… HEY – quick question, is anyone out there being challenged like I have been, during these conversations? Wow, this LoveIs thing is LIKE, the real deal, ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Nature Of Sin Series

    Contributed by Hugh W. Davidson on Aug 8, 2020
     | 4,478 views

    Paul is progressing in his description of the sin of both Jews and Gentiles

    The nature of sin Romans 3:1-18 An old man got his wallet stolen while on a bus. When he realized, he started warning everyone: "Whoever stole my wallet better give it back or I’m warning you that what happened in 1983 is going to be ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Philippian Jailer's Conversion Series

    Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Feb 13, 2016
    based on 18 ratings
     | 17,550 views

    To establish that the Jailer and household’s conversion follows the New Testament’s “pattern of conversions” as outlined in the Book of Acts. The jailer and his household were saved at midnight after hearing, believing, and obeying the gospel of Christ.

    INTRODUCTION Outline. 1. The Jailer’s Crisis at Midnight 2. The Jailer’s Counsel at Midnight 3. The Jailer’s Conversion at Midnight Introductory Remarks. 1. Today's lesson will discuss a man who asked an essential question. A question that had eternal implications! This is a question that all ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Notre Bouche Series

    Contributed by Patrick Berthalon on Jul 3, 2019
     | 2,125 views

    Le contrôle de la langue est sûrement l’exercise le plus difficile à faire.

    NOTRE BOUCHE Éphésiens 4.25-32 Introduction Elle est intimement lié à la troisième partie, nos oreilles. J’ai placé l’importance d’écouter avant l’importance de parler car c’est beaucoup plus difficile d’écouter que de parler. Pour la majorité des ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    That We Love Mercy (Lesson 2) Series

    Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Jun 24, 2020
    based on 3 ratings
     | 5,182 views

    To establish that God has shown us His righteousness and given us commandments to obey. They are: to do justly, to love mercy, and, to walk humbly before Him. This lesson describes the evils and wickedness in high places! It also provides hope to our Nation during this pandemic.

    INTRODUCTION Outline. 2. That We Love Mercy E. Remarks. 1. This is lesson 2, in the sermon-series entitled: "What doth God Require?" Micah was a contemporary of Isaiah, and both ministered in the Southern Kingdom (Judah). The name Micah means, "Who is like Jehovah?" The theme of ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Recharge Series

    Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Jul 3, 2020
     | 8,456 views

    1) Power through the Spirit (Ephesians 3:14-16) 2) Power through the Son (Ephesians 3:17a), and 3) Power through the Father’s Love (Ephesians 3:17b–21).

    Ephesians 3:14–21 [14] For this reason I bow my knees before the Father, [15] from whom every family in heaven and on earth is named, [16] that according to the riches of his glory he may grant you to be strengthened with power through his Spirit in your inner being, [17] so that Christ may dwell ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    Worth Dying For? Series

    Contributed by Gordon Pike on Apr 14, 2020
     | 5,943 views

    Easter sermon that asks "Who would you die for?" and, more importantly, in the shadow of the cross, "Who would die for you?"

    Hanging on the cross … between Heaven and earth … what did Jesus see? He saw two other men … criminals … one to His left and one on His right … being crucified with Him. He saw His Roman executioners gambling over his clothing, indifferent to His suffering. He saw the religious leaders, who ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Why Were You Chosen? Series

    Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Apr 24, 2020
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,856 views

    Paul reveals God plan for the redeemed, as he shows: 1) Why God Chooses (Ephesians 1:3), 2) When God Chooses (Ephesians 1:4), and 3) For What did God Choose (Ephesians 1:5-6a)

    Ephesians 1:3-6a [3] Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who has blessed us in Christ with every spiritual blessing in the heavenly places, [4] even as he chose us in him before the foundation of the world, that we should be holy and blameless before him. In love [5]he ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    He Will Shew You Things To Come (Lesson 3) Series

    Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on May 10, 2020
    based on 2 ratings
     | 3,479 views

    To establish that God has provided for seekers of faith: the pattern of conversion to Christ. It was given to the world through the revelation of the Holy Spirit, beginning on the Day of Pentecost. This lesson describes the work of the Holy Spirit, in the dispensation of grace.

    INTRODUCTION Outline. 3. He Will Shew You Things to Come Remarks. 1. This is the last lesson, in the sermon-series entitled: “The Pattern of Conversion.” Recall, Jesus said to them: “Howbeit when he, the Spirit of truth, is come, he will guide you into all truth: for he shall not speak of ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Blessing Of Guidance

    Contributed by John Lowe on Apr 29, 2019
     | 5,524 views

    The Spirit helps us with our weaknesses. It is not the case that He helps at times when we are weak, but since we live in a state of weakness, He is helping us continually.

    (28) The Blessing of Guidance Romans 8:26-30 26 Likewise the Spirit also helps in our weaknesses. For we do not know what we should pray for as we ought, but the Spirit Himself makes intercession for us with groanings which cannot be uttered. 27 Now He who searches the hearts knows what the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist