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  • Carlton Coon avatar

    What Are They Saying About You?

    Contributed by Carlton Coon on Dec 27, 2000
    based on 184 ratings
     | 4,666 views

    Reputation . . . what people are saying about you . . . have you given consideration to it lately?

    What Are They Saying About You? I. How does one pick a plumber? a mechanic? a carpet-layer? an evangelist? a truck driver? The answer: By referral. What others are saying about that person. II. Very heavy weights (like people’s respect and confidence) are hung on the thin wire of reputation. ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Mary – The Example Of A Godly Woman

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jan 20, 2003
    based on 33 ratings
     | 3,058 views

    Mary, the mother of Jesus, was a godly example throughout her life. Notice the characteristics of a true woman of God.

    A. INTRODUCTION: LUKE 1:26-38; 46-56 1. Sixteen years. How old was Mary when Jesus was born? 2. She needed a Savior. What is our reaction to the claim Mary was born without sin? "My spirit hath rejoiced in God my Saviour" (1:47). B. HOW WAS MARY AN EXAMPLE OF A GODLY WOMAN 1. Mary was living a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    No Perfect People Allowed Series

    Contributed by Brian Atwood on Feb 9, 2007
    based on 24 ratings
     | 12,931 views

    Creating a "come as you are" culture in the church with A Contagious Allowance, A Contagious Attitude, and A Contagious Artwork.

    We’re in the series "BE CONTAGIOUS!" We’re talking about what it takes to BE CONTAGIOUS with God’s love. Today we want to talk about creating a "come as you are" culture in the church. The title for this message comes from John Burke’s book but the content is based on Ephesians 2:8-10. 8 God ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Soldier's Story

    Contributed by William Groover on Mar 5, 2002
    based on 84 ratings
     | 9,380 views

    Dramatic monologue in the form of a letter written home by the Centurion who crucified Jesus.

    "A Soldier’s Letter Home" Dr. Bill Groover Copyright 1997 From Claudius, son of Marcus, Legionnaire in the Imperial Army of Caesar--former Legionnaire in the Imperial Army of Caesar. To my beloved parents and family in Neapolis. May this letter find you in good health and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    When Life Is Just Not Fair Series

    Contributed by John Hamby on May 16, 2002
    based on 119 ratings
     | 47,257 views

    We run into problems when we try to impose our definitions of fairness on God.

    A Study of the Book of Luke Sermon # 17 When Life Is Just Not Fair. Luke 7:18-35 Do you remember when you were young what your mom always said as you went outside to join the neighborhood kids in some kind of organized game, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Lesson 8 (23rd Psalm): Thou Preparest A Table*

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jun 18, 2002
    based on 76 ratings
     | 7,398 views

    When you emerge from the valleys of life, a table of food will be waiting for you that demonstrates to your enemies the provision of God.

    Psalm 23 Series By Elmer L. Towns Lesson 8: Thou Preparest A Table A. INTRODUCTION: WHEN THE TABLE IS SPREAD. 1. You have just come back from straying. 2. You have just come from a dark valley. 3. You have just escaped death shadows. 4. You get the opposite of punishment grace ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Lesson 9 (23rd Psalm): My Cup Runs Over*

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jun 18, 2002
    based on 144 ratings
     | 30,606 views

    You will know more satisfaction with the Shepherd than with anyone or anything else in life.

    Psalm 23 Series By Elmer L. Towns Lesson 9: My Cup Runs Over A. RELATIONSHIP IS THE KEY TO UNDERSTANDING PSALM 23 1. The Shepherd’s relationship to me begins with His commitment. a. Possession. “His own sheep” (John 10:4). b. Sacrifice. “The good shepherd giveth His life” (John ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    God’s People’s Response To His Judgment Series

    Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Mar 16, 2025
     | 341 views

    God’s judgment will fall upon the whole Earth, but His city is kept within His protection; a place reserved & provided for by Him! It is a place that is guarded (walls and gates), with access only through one way: Jesus!

    Isaiah, Part 10 God’s People’s Response to His Judgment Isaiah 24:1-23, Isaiah 25:1-12, and Isaiah 26:1-6 Introduction - Welcome to Seasons! We are so glad that you’ve chosen to worship with us - Last week, we saw the future punishment of Satan, and the hope it does bring -- REALIZE: If God ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Extravagance Of Christian Love

    Contributed by Mason Booth on Mar 16, 2002
    based on 28 ratings
     | 6,044 views

    What does Christian love look like?

    If interested please e-mail at MasonBooth@aol.com for a powerpoint presentation The Extravagance of Christian Love I. Introduction A. Mark 14.3-9 B. Society’s Understanding of Love II. The Cost of Love A. This type of love is extravagant B. This type of love is sacrificial C. This type of ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Lesson 5 (23rd Psalm): Walking Through Death's Valley*

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jun 18, 2002
    based on 241 ratings
     | 30,283 views

    Even when you choose to go through dangers and difficulties, the Shepherd goes through them with you to the other side.

    Psalm 23 Series By Elmer Towns Lesson 5: Walking through death’s valley A. INTRODUCTION: WHAT DO WE KNOW ABOUT VALLEYS? 1. Surrounded by high mountains. There are cliffs or obstacles that will keep you in shadows or the dark. 2. There are mountain barriers to keep you ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Lesson 10 (23rd Psalm): Goodness And Mercy*

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jun 18, 2002
    based on 99 ratings
     | 12,143 views

    Once you belong to the shepherd, goodness and mercy will pursue you for the rest of your life.

    Psalm 23 Series By Elmer Towns Lesson 10: Goodness and Mercy A. WHERE HAVE YOU BEEN? 1. Stopped following. “He leadeth me.” 2. Straying. “Yea though I walk through the valley.” 3. Death shadows. “The valley of the shadow of death.” 4. Protected. “I will fear no evil, for Thou art ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    You Must Be Joking - John The Baptist As Our Vicar!

    Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Dec 3, 2004
    based on 30 ratings
     | 3,662 views

    Can you imgaine what fun John the Baptist would be as your local vicar

    NR/SMM 05-12-04 Mt. 3:1-11 John the Baptist’s ministry Story: Have you ever stopped to think what would happen if Bishop Graham appointed John the Baptist as your local vicar instead of me. Ursula don’t answer that! Imagine yourself asking John the Baptist round for dinner. What would you ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    When Do We Praise God? Series

    Contributed by David Elvery on Nov 14, 2004
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,589 views

    Can we praise God as Mary did?

    Luke 1:39 - 56 ¡V When do we praise God? Well here we are ¡V the last day of November. Tomorrow is the first of December and the wild run down to Christmas. Many call it the silly season for good reason I might add. We spend so much time worrying about what has to be done. Report cards at ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Elmer Towns avatar

    Lesson 2 (23rd Psalm): I Shall Not Want*

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jun 17, 2002
    based on 81 ratings
     | 4,622 views

    You will have many earthly desires in life, but you shall not want for anything the Shepherd.

    Psalm 23 Series By Elmer L. Towns Lesson 2 (23rd Psalm): I shall not want A. ABOUT RELATIONSHIP 1. Why can I say, “The Shepherd is mine?” a. Because He gave His life for me. “The good shepherd giveth his life for the sheep” (John 10:11). “I give unto them (the sheep) eternal life” ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Lesson 6 (23rd Psalm): I Will Fear No Evil

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jun 18, 2002
    based on 89 ratings
     | 13,395 views

    Evil is real and should be feared, but it is no threat to you when the Shepherd is with you.

    Psalm 23 Series By Elmer L. Towns Lesson 6 (23rd Psalm): I Will Fear No Evil A. WHAT DOES PSALM 23 TEACH US ABOUT OPPOSITION? 1. The existence of evil. 2. Evil is in conflict with you. 3. You should not let evil scare you. 4. You can overcome evil. 5. The shepherd is your ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist