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  • Jeff van Wyk avatar

    The Purpose Of The Local Church Series

    Contributed by Jeff Van Wyk on Jul 13, 2013
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     | 13,293 views

    God has established the theocratic pattern of government for His people. In every case where man allowed God to govern as He saw fit, there was peace, prosperity, and stability among the people of God.

    The Purpose of the Local Church Hebrews 10:24-25 - And let us consider one another in order to stir up love and good works, not forsaking the assembling of ourselves together, as is the manner of some, but exhorting one another, and so much the more as you see the Day approaching. God has ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    Some Straight Talk Series

    Contributed by Perry Greene on Aug 8, 2013
    based on 3 ratings
     | 3,584 views

    Homosexuality is a significant issue today. After the Supreme Court struck down "DOMA" Christians will find themselves in a key position to teach truths about marriage.

    1. In June, 2013 the SCOTUS determined that the Defense of Marriage Act (DOMA), signed by Bill Clinton on 9.21.96 was unconstitutional. DOMA allowed states to refuse to recognize same-sex marriages granted under the laws of other states. Until Section 3 of the Act was ruled unconstitutional in ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Temptations Will Seize You

    Contributed by Timm Meyer on Aug 16, 2013
     | 4,569 views

    PENTECOST 10 - Temptations will seize you. We learn this truth from examples in Scripture. We lean on this truth that Jesus delivers us.

    TEMPTATIONS WILL SEIZE YOU (Outline) August 21, 2011 - Pentecost 10 - 1 CORINTHIANS 10:6-13 INTRO: Our world grows darker with sin with every passing moment. Believers are not exempt from the consequences of sin on this side of heaven. Sin affects us every day. Sin infects us from ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Set An Example For The Believers

    Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Sep 3, 2013
     | 9,023 views

    To enumerate the areas of our lives that we should be an example to the believers.

    I. EXORDIUM: Are you an example for the believers? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To enumerate the areas of our lives that we should be an example to the believers. IV. TEXT: 1 Timothy 4:12 (Amplified Bible) Let no one despise or think less of you because of your youth, ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    What Is Hateful Among Men?

    Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Mar 8, 2015
     | 2,371 views

    To show that fool's thoughts are always sin, and the scoffer/scorners are hateful to mankind.

    I. EXORDIUM: Are you a fool? No, fools are unbelievers. Psalms 14:1 (Amplified Bible) 14:1 To the Chief Musician. [A Psalm] of David. THE [empty-headed] fool has said in his heart, There is no God. They are corrupt, they have done abominable deeds; there is none that does good or right. II. ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    What's The Big Deal About Easter Anyway?

    Contributed by Horace Wimpey on Mar 21, 2015
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     | 18,551 views

    Peter shares with his readers the importance of what Jesus did for us on Easter.

    What’s The Big Deal About Easter Anyway? 1 Peter 1: 3-6a (NLT) Intro: There are some popular commercials out today trying to get you to buy insurance. I’m sure you have seen then. They are the ones that tell you that you can save 15% in 15 minutes. They started that ad campaign many ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Are We Enjoying A Pity Party?

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Mar 21, 2015
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     | 4,397 views

    It is so easy to have A PITY PARTY and feel like your are the only person in the world that is having trouble. What are you doing here? Problems and obstacles are common.

    HAVING A PITY PARTY... THE BATTLE OF THE MIND By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com This lesson is not about clinical depression from a chemical imbalance that requires professional help. Do you know no 16 seed NCAA team has ever beaten a #1 seed? Someday, some team will break that ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    The Power Of The Secret Closet

    Contributed by John Gaston on Apr 13, 2015
    based on 2 ratings
     | 10,013 views

    What is the “Secret Closet?” It's the Habit of shutting yourself in God, Seeking God, calling on Him, and Intimacy with God. Prayer is transfiguring, refreshing, and can alter the future.

    THE POWER OF THE SECRET CLOSET Mt. 6:5-6 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. Some things really changed between the former generations and the kids of the last generation. 2. At a grandma was keeping/ babysitting her grandson Dirk. Dirk followed her into the bedroom as she puts up things away in the ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Instructions For Ministers Series

    Contributed by Paul Carlson on Apr 16, 2015
     | 4,205 views

    Because Jesus Christ is the Lord of Hosts; you must practice ministry that gives honor to His name.

    Scripture Introduction: Please turn to Malachi 2:10-16. Do you know what treacherous living looks like? In this passage God is going to reveal what He calls treacherous living. FCF: People deal treacherously against their brother. Why does God reject offerings? Mal. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Kerry Haynes avatar

    The Angels’ Song Series

    Contributed by Kerry Haynes on Dec 23, 2018
    based on 1 rating
     | 9,253 views

    Birth announcements can engage us. In Luke 2:11, God speaks through an angel to offer hope at Christmas. And Christmas is really all about Easter, that God loves us enough to offer salvation through his son Jesus.

    Christmas Music 3: The Angels’ Song Luke 2:8-14 December 23, 2018 [Please contact me at kerry.n.haynes@gmail.com for sermon outline in Word.] People have a lot of fun with birth announcements. I remember many years ago calling my wife's parents in Italy and telling them they ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jonathan Kruschel avatar

    Ready For Discipleship?

    Contributed by Jonathan Kruschel on Feb 20, 2019
     | 5,611 views

    Are you ready to be a disciple of the Lord Jesus? Two examples: one from the Old Testament and one from the New Testament shows us what it takes to be disciple of the Lord Jesus. See how the Lord calls and equips his disciples.

    I have this reoccurring nightmare that goes something like this. It’s Sunday morning. I’m at church. The service is just about ready to start. I realize that I forgot to write a sermon. Why? I’m not sure. The church service is starting and I’m frantically trying to figure out what I’m going ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    The Other Advent (The Return Of Christ)

    Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Jun 15, 2016
     | 4,409 views

    It is important to know what the Bible says and doesn't say about Jesus' return. There are those who say He has already returned, others say He will never return and still others have what they believe is an exact timeline. Let's check the Bible!

    1 Thessalonians 4:13-18 NIV (Please look this up in your Bibles and follow along) (While they look up the Scripture ...) Is there anyone here who enjoys the Advent Season; when we anticipate the arrival of Jesus on earth? Well, if you do, you should be happy now because we have been in an advent ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

  • William R. Nabaza avatar

    Jesus Will Do God's Will And Finish God's Work In Me

    Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Jul 27, 2016
     | 5,683 views

    To show that GOD gave us spiritual food at the same time to enjoy while here on earth, and this food is to accomplish and completely finish His work on earth, the work of winning souls to His vineyard.

    I. EXORDIUM: Are you immortal? Not yet, but time will come I will have access on the tree of life. II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers/unbelievers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that GOD gave us spiritual food at the same time to enjoy while here on earth, and this food is to accomplish and completely ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Nickolas Kooi avatar

    Light, Love, Humility, And Witnessing Series

    Contributed by Nickolas Kooi on Oct 1, 2017
    based on 1 rating
     | 10,431 views

    Light is a special thing to God. Paul uses this special thing to teach us about witnessing and humility.

    Light is a special thing to God. God’s first spoken words in Scripture are, “Let there be light,” and it was the first thing ever created in our universe. He made light to be a special thing with unique characteristics. When a star dies out, its light can still travel for years and still shine. ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Evil Men In The Hands Of A Good God Series

    Contributed by Christian Cheong on Oct 2, 2017
     | 8,515 views

    In the midst of evil, God is watching. He is not oblivious. God's decree directs history. He will judge evil and sin. His light still shines through His faithful prophets.

    1 Kings 15-16 Evil Men in the Hands of a Good God ES 1 Oct 17 1828 We are going to touch on 1 Kings 15 today. Now that we have two kingdoms – ISRAEL and JUDAH, the author swings from one to another, telling us about the reigns of the Kings in both Kingdoms. • Following the account of King ASA of ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible