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  • Elmer Towns avatar

    Lesson 3: God Of The Second Chance

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Dec 7, 2009
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     | 1,248 views

    The basis of a second chance and seeking forgiveness from Christ.

    A. JONAH OBEYS GOD - 3:1-10 1. The God of the second chance. “The word of the Lord came to Jonah a second time” (3:1). Who Had a Second Chance? 1. Abraham after a lie to Pharaoh. 2. Jacob after deceiving his father. 3. Ten brothers after selling Joseph into slavery. 4. The prodigal son after ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Lesson 3: Organization Vs. Organism Series

    Contributed by Rolland Bouchard on Dec 10, 2009
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    An indepth look at what it means to be the body of Christ. If He is the head of the body, the foundation of the kingdom, then we are simply body parts, cells, bricks. What does it mean to be an armpit?

    ORGANIZATION VS. ORGANISM “He is before all things, and in him all things hold together. And he is the head of the body, the church…” Colossians 1: 17-18a Indeed, Babel has had its effect throughout history. We can ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Lessons From Facing A Broken Economy

    Contributed by Tim Smith on May 28, 2009
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    We have all been through downturns before but this one is different. It has multiple, complex causes. It is global in nature and no one knows how long it will last or if the bailouts will work. What can we learn in a downturn? Based on a Bill Hybels ser

    Lessons from Facing a Broken Economy Romans 8:28-39 Bill Hybels tells the story of finishing a meeting at his church and bumping into a woman who asked about their PADS Ministry which hosts people one night a week who need a place to sleep. They have between 30 and 50 people who show up. They ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Lessons Of Life: From Pride To Faith

    Contributed by Brien Sims on Jun 19, 2008
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    Things covered in this sermon...Pride humbled; God is in control; God places rulers; Glorify God not man or yourself.

    Some lessons in life are hard to learn, some may even seem impossible. Many of us have found ourselves in situations that seemed impossible and yet some how we made it through and even grew from those experiences. I would say one of these lessons is losing a loved one for instance. We must learn ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Stewardship Lesson 1: Managing Time

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Apr 7, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
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    How should we take care of the time that God gives to us?

    Pastor’s Bible Class Thomas Road Baptist Church Stewardship Dr. Elmer L. Towns Lesson 1: Managing Your Time March 30, 2008 A. INTRODUCTION: PSALM 90:9-12 “We are wandering in the desert because You are punishing us for rebellion. We are spending our years as a story that is unfolding. You have ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Lessons Learned From A Night Of Failure

    Contributed by W. Alderman on Aug 2, 2008
    based on 14 ratings
     | 6,035 views

    This is a sermon that illustrates the way the Lord cares for his own.

    “LESSONS LEARNED FROM A NIGHT OF FAILURE” TEXT: Luke 5:1-11 W. Max Alderman INTRODUCTION: Some of your greatest lessons will be learned at “The University of Adversity”. I have heard people say that they received a degree in “knee-ology” at the “School of Hard-knocks”. The ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Praying Paul's Letters: Lesson 2

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Mar 6, 2008
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    What valuable insights can we gain from praying Paul’s letters?

    Pastor’s Bible Class Thomas Road Baptist Church Praying Paul’s Letters Dr. Elmer L. Towns Lesson 2 March 2, 2008 A. WHY ARE LETTERS IMPORTANT TO US? 1. Hope. Picture a soldier overseas waiting for his name to be called. 2. Information. What’s going on at school/home? 3. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Praying Paul's Letters: Lesson 3

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Mar 10, 2008
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     | 688 views

    Today we will continue with lesson 3 of our series Praying Paul’s Letters.

    Pastor’s Bible Class Thomas Road Baptist Church Praying Paul’s Letters Dr. Elmer L. Towns Lesson 3 March 9, 2008 A. WHAT LETTERS MEAN 1. Tremendous cost. Pony Express. 2. Death. Civil War secrets. 3. Authority. The king’s seal. 4. Sentimental. Read a love letter two dozen times. 5. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Lesson 3: Attitudes For Wall Building

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jul 24, 2007
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    In this series, a wall is a symbol, i.e., word that stands for the task God has called you to do.

    A. PRINCIPLES OF WALL BUILDING WHAT IS YOUR WALL In this series, a wall is a symbol, i.e., word that stands for the task God has called you to do. 1. A wall protects more than you and your family, it is for many others. Therefore never be a wall builder for narrow or selfish reasons. 2. But when ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Lessons I Learned At Kids Camp

    Contributed by Craig Eidson on Aug 3, 2007
    based on 9 ratings
     | 7,526 views

    What can you learn from a child?

    During this past week at kids camp I sure learned a lot or at least was reminded of many things that I had forgotten about. And so during the week and as the days went by, I began to take some mental notes on what lessons children, God’s children could teach me. So yesterday on the way home I ask ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Lessons I Learned From Emily

    Contributed by Brian Matherlee on Oct 3, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 2,231 views

    Sermon on faith prompted by things my daughter has said (and that anyone’s kid has said)

    Introduction Last week I was taking Emily to school as I do each weekday morning. She often points out the things she sees and asks many questions. As we passed the rescue squad building on Broad Street in Gastonia an ambulance pulled out and she asked where they were going. Something occurred ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    Lesson 1: Some Answers To Suffering

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Oct 6, 2006
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     | 1,434 views

    “Behold, happy [is] the man whom God corrects; Therefore do not despise the chastening of the Almighty” (Job 5:17).

    A. QUESTIONS AND RESPONSES 1. Human. Why do the innocent suffer? Answer: Sin. The answer Job’s friends gave. 2. Justify. What is the point in serving God if bad things happen? Answer: Can you keep your faith in a good, long, sovereign God when all around you fails? 3. Blame. What is God ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Practical Lessons From Impractical Parades

    Contributed by Charles Wilkerson on Nov 14, 2003
    based on 11 ratings
     | 3,738 views

    Entering Jerusalem Jesus teaches us much

    I magine that most of us have been to the Rose Festival Parade at some time in our lives and sat along MLK and waited for the floats and bands to come along. Some of us have gotten there just before it started. Others have purchased seats from which to view it and still others of us have spent the ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Transformation - Four Lessons From Paul.

    Contributed by John Gullick on Nov 18, 2003
    based on 34 ratings
     | 6,473 views

    A sermon that begins with a small script - acted or read and discussess four keys to transformation as seen in Saqul’Pauls Damascus road experience. I left in a couple of NIV studies on Paul for those who may find it helpful.

    Tom – Your tea is on the table!!!!! Yes, yes!!! I’m coming – be there in a minute. Tom , I’ve been slaving over a hot stove you get here this minute young man!!!! Yes – I have only one more nut to put on Mum then I’ll be there!!! Tom – What are you doing? Well I lost the nut – it must be here ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Lessons From Two Fishing Experiences

    Contributed by Jimmy Chapman on Sep 1, 2007
    based on 35 ratings
     | 5,569 views

    After 3 1/2 years they are back at the same fishing hole and with the same results.

    Simple Truths from Peter’s Fishing Adventures Luke 5:1-11 John 21:1-14 We have almost identical details in these two passages. Both events take place on the Sea of Galilee or called the Sea of Tiberias or the lake of Gennesaret (these different names describe the same place but ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist