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  • William D. Brown avatar

    Rev. # 43~13:1 The Revived Roman Empire Series

    Contributed by William D. Brown on Mar 11, 2010
    based on 2 ratings
     | 4,874 views

    Verses 1-10 tells us about the Beast “out of the sea.” This Beast represents “the kingdom as well as civil and military power; we believe the beast in verse 1 is telling about the revived Roman Empire and then 2-10 about the Antichrist who will head up

    REV. # 43~13:1 THE REVIVED ROMAN EMPIRE 2-20-10 Today we’re in the 13th chapter of the Revelation, “13” is the number of depravity and wickedness, for instance, in chapter 13: of John we are told about Judas Iscariot, the name Judas Iscariot ” has 13 letters in it, listen as I read John ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dennis Davidson avatar

    Our Guide Into All Truth Series

    Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Jan 18, 2010
    based on 55 ratings
     | 37,361 views

    Having just taught on the Spirit's work to reach the world, Jesus now speaks of the Spirit's influence within the church. The Paraclete not only convicts the world, He also enlightens believers in the truth of Christ.

    JOHN 16: 12-15 OUR GUIDE INTO ALL TRUTH [Matthew 11:25-30] A young mother requested her husband to take their two-year old baby out for a walk. The husband was busy with a project, but with a deep sigh, he got the baby carriage and started walking around the block in the hot sun. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Who Do You Trust? Series

    Contributed by Mark Haines on Jan 20, 2010
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     | 3,552 views

    Sin is deadly in the end even though it may seem pleasurable in the beginning. Humans cannot determine what is right and wrong in the universe God created. It is beyond our limitations. So we can and must trust God. The question is will you trust him.

    Series Introduction: Middle Eastern people in the Bible, from Abraham to Paul, were as acquainted with covenants as we are with weddings. The Greeks and Romans did not have covenants. In fact, when the Jews translated the OT into Greek, they had to use the Greek word for “will” or ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

  • Mark Schaeufele avatar

    New Life On Purpose: Worship Series

    Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Jan 22, 2010
    based on 8 ratings
     | 8,457 views

    We were created to worship our creator in spirit and in truth.

    New Life On Purpose: Worship Text: Jn. 4:23-24; Eph. 5:19-20; Heb. 10:25 Introduction 1. Every organization, whether it is a business, civic group, or church, has to know its purpose in order to be successful. a. A business has to know what its product is and whom it plans to sell it ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Dennis Davidson avatar

    The Horns & The Craftsmen Series

    Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Jan 28, 2010
    based on 5 ratings
     | 22,685 views

    This revelation serves to greatly encourage His people's hopes & faith for it shows how entirely God knows the outcome of all circumstances & how completely all results lie in His hand & His purposes.

    ZECHARIAH 1: 18-21 The Second Vision THE HORNS AND THE CRAFTSMEN [Jeremiah 23:29 / 2 Cor. 4:1-6] What stands against our church? Why doesn't it move on for God? Is there any satanic power oppressing us and holding us back? Have we repented? Have we prayed for the advance of our church ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Do You Have A Life-Changing Faith?

    Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Jan 29, 2010
     | 3,353 views

    Is your faith a life-changing faith or are you just getting by?

    INTRODUCTION • SLIDE #1 • When you start to reflect on your faith, there is a very important question we need to always answer. • Do you have a Life-Changing Faith? Or in other words, “Is Jesus making a difference in your life?” • The answer to this question is ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Brian Buriff avatar

    7 Dips? Why Not Just 2 Or 3?

    Contributed by Brian Buriff on Feb 2, 2010
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    With each dip (and the progressive laying aside of Naaman's weapons, armor, clothes, and undergarments) Naaman was progressively and completely stripped bare to the core of his soul - to that point where God could not only heal him physically, but spiritu

    2 Kings 5:1 – Story Of Naaman James 1:21 Therefore lay aside all filthiness and overflow of wickedness, and receive with meekness the implanted word, which is able to save your souls. I. JAMES 1:21 -- TWO LITTLE WORDS THAT PACK A MIGHTY PUNCH: “LAY ASIDE” apo ý= away ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Walking On Dry Land

    Contributed by Rick Pendleton on Nov 9, 2009
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     | 9,361 views

    What are we to do in the storms of life? Sometimes God doesn’t bring us out... He brings us THROUGH!

    Walking On Dry Ground Exodus 14:10-18 There is no such thing as a life that is filled with rainbows and never has a cloud or even a storm. As a matter of fact… you have to endure a few clouds and storms to have a rainbow. This morning I want to talk to you about the rainbows and clouds and I want ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Nate Herbst avatar

    Living And Walking By Faith

    Contributed by Nate Herbst on Nov 21, 2009
    based on 9 ratings
     | 9,559 views

    This "Crush Fear Summer Project" lesson is an encouragement in living the life of faith God called each of us to.

    Living and Walking by Faith
 Is.7:9 - When Ahaz, King of Judah was attacked by multiple countries God told him, “If you do not stand firm in your faith, you will not stand at all.” True then, true today! Why is Faith so important to God? Eph.2:8-9 - For it is by grace you have been saved, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Wade Martin Hughes, Sr avatar

    #2...9 Covenant Steps Of Friendship Series

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Dec 7, 2009
    based on 7 ratings
     | 10,121 views

    We have been studying COVENANTS in the Bible... now let us study David/Jonathan covenant and how it relates to Jesus and you.

    THERE IS A COVENANT AGREEMENT... 9 COVENANT STEPS... By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com We give BIG MO of Alabama a special thanks for the fodder for this lesson. This is part two of a two part series... This could be taught alone... Message: Ephes. 2:11 But don’t take any of this ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • David Welch avatar

    Divine Dialoge Series

    Contributed by David Welch on Dec 29, 2008
     | 4,096 views

    Series of messages on prayer - This messages deals with the purpose of prayer.

    The Purpose of Prayer We have been looking to understand and implement into our lives the habits or discipline that conditions the spiritual dimension of our lives that in turn increases our capacity to relate to God. Only when these activities become a way of life will we see the desired growth ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

  • Nate Herbst avatar

    Knowing God's Will For Certain

    Contributed by Nate Herbst on Jan 9, 2009
    based on 5 ratings
     | 3,667 views

    Never be stuck wondering what the next step is again but learn how to confidently know God’s will and direction for your life.

    KNOWING AND OBEYING GOD’S WILL FOR YOUR LIFE Mt. 21:28-30 - "What do you think? There was a man who had two sons. He went to the first and said, ’Son, go and work today in the vineyard.’ ’I will not,’ he answered, but later he changed his mind and went. "Then the father went to the other son and ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Joseph Smith avatar

    A World Where Nothing Is Lost

    Contributed by Joseph Smith on Nov 28, 2008
    based on 3 ratings
     | 3,198 views

    A fish that would not die symbolized the Christ who is able to give a relationship that will never end, as opposed to our typical dependence on things or on information to make us secure.

    We have, at our house, a small miracle. I can only call it a miracle. Maybe we ought to build a small shrine to house this miracle. The miracle is the incredible, indestructible fish. Our own private incredible, indestructible fish. You see, from time to time somebody in our household will decide ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Quint Pitts avatar

    High Rollers Series

    Contributed by Quint Pitts on Dec 20, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,374 views

    A look at the classic Paschal’s Wager using Moses as the ultimate example.

    Scene Setup: Will Turner is aboard The Flying Dutchman -- the ghostly vessel of Davy Jones -- on a mission to steal a key to a mysterious chest. The only problem is that he has no idea where to look. He comes upon some of the ship’s crew playing a dicing game. Roll Pirates of the Caribbean ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

  • Ed Taylor avatar

    What Trials Do Series

    Contributed by Ed Taylor on Dec 22, 2008
     | 3,612 views

    Suffering is a part of the Christian’s life.

    1. Who really likes all the trials & testings? a. I don’t know too many people that would jump and say, “I do Pastor Ed. I love them. Give me more!” b. After all, they are often irritating times of sorrow & sadness, & difficult times of problems & pain. c. But whether we like them or not, trials ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational