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  • KENNETH TANKERSLEY avatar

    Running Out The Snakes

    Contributed by Kenneth Tankersley on Jun 13, 2009
    based on 6 ratings
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    NOTICE WHAT HAPPENED ON THAT ISLAND OF MELITA. PAUL, ALONG WITH THE MARINERS ARE WET AND COLD, HISTORIANS VERIFY IT WAS PROBABLY IN OCTOBER AND THE COLD WET RAIN ALONG WITH THE SWIMMING ASHORE, MADE THEM WET AND VERY COLD. THE PEOPLE OF THE ISLAND HAD K

    RUNNING OUT THE SNAKES 6/14/09 TEXT: ACTS 28: 1--6 INTRODUCTION: ALL THROUGHOUT THE BIBLE I HAVE FOUND NOTHING GOOD WRITTEN ABOUT SNAKES. 1. FROM THE FALL OF MANKIND IN THE GARDEN OF EDEN, TO THE VERY LAST MENTION OF SNAKES IN THE WORD OR GOD, I FIND NO FAVORABLE MENTION. 2. THEREFORE I FEEL ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • David Trexler avatar

    It Is Enough!

    Contributed by David Trexler on May 10, 2007
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    The Ascension of Jesus the Christ should be enough for all of us.

    Act 1 verses 1-11 & Luke 24 verses 44-53 Ascension 2007 This coming Thursday is the Ascension of our Lord. In preparing for today’s message I realized in the time I have been here, I have always, always focused my efforts upon Mother’s Day and the Biblical text associated with this particular ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Core 52 Week 3 - The Fall Series

    Contributed by Lanny Smith on Mar 2, 2020
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    What's our problem? At its foundation, it's being lost. Being in a fallen world. Choosing rebellion over faith and obedience. But God has an answer.

    You can hear the sermon on my podcast at: https://www.buzzsprout.com/697261/2580706 The Fall - What's My Problem? Intro: • Mrs. Billings yellow cake cover up. (https://www.sermoncentral.com/sermon-illustrations/74377/hypocrisy-by-sermoncentral?ref=TextIllustrationSerps) • Yellow cake • What’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Power Of Gratitude: Finding Joy In Every Season Of Life Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on May 2, 2025
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    What is Gratitude? Gratitude is simply thankfulness, but it’s not just remembering to say “thank you” when someone passes the salt. Gratitude is deeper. It’s a heart posture, a perspective, and a daily decision to focus on the blessings rather than the botherings.

    The Power of Gratitude: Finding Joy in Every Season of Life Good afternoon! I hope you’ve all had a good lunch—and if you didn’t, then I hope you’re sitting next to someone who did, because the joy of sharing is a biblical principle! Now, I promise to keep this short and sweet — for some of us, ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Jesus Was Mountain Man

    Contributed by Terry Bailey on Dec 23, 2000
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    Jesus knew the need and the rewards of spending time alone with the Father.

    Jesus Was A Mountain Man The Text: Matthew 8:1-3 The Teaching: Jesus knew the need and the rewards of spending time alone with the Father. Verse #1: When He came down from the mountain... 1. Jesus was not afraid of the Wildlife (Bears & Lions) 2. Jesus was not afraid of the local legends ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Clark Tanner avatar

    "The Shield Of Faith" Series

    Contributed by Clark Tanner on May 2, 2004
    based on 49 ratings
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    To make use of the shield of faith against the evil one’s fiery missiles, we must know what to have faith in, and Who to have faith in. (#21 in The Chrisian Victor series)

    “…in addition to all, taking up the shield of faith with which you will be able to extinguish all the flaming missiles of the evil one.” There is significance to Paul’s usage of the phrase, ‘…in addition to all’. Looking at various translations will help to make it clearer. The NIV says “In ...read more

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    Denomination: Orthodox

  • Amy Bickel avatar

    The First 42 Months : 2 Series

    Contributed by Amy Bickel on Aug 7, 2008
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    Part 13 in a series on the prophecies found in the book of Daniel. Continuation of study of Chapter 11 and the first 42 months of the Tribulation.

    The Prophecies of Daniel Part 13: The First 42 Months (Daniel 11:23-24; 39) We are still in the book of Daniel studying the prophecies God gave to this Old Testament prophet concerning the Times of the Gentiles, and the latter days or the times of the end. We have reached our 13th week of study ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Levi Wright avatar

    What Was In The Cup?

    Contributed by Levi Wright on Jun 16, 2007
    based on 154 ratings
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    Have you every wonder What Was In The Cup that cause Jesus, to recoil and cry out, "Father, let this Cup pass from Me." Was it a Cup of Sin? Was it a Cup of Despair..... or Was it a Cup of Betrayal?

    Banner of Praise Ministries Mount Pleasant, South Carolina Rev. Dr. Levi Howard Wright, Pastor & Founder WHAT WAS IN THE CUP? St. Mark 14:34-36 "My soul is overwhelmed with sorrow to the point of death," he said to them. "Stay here and keep watch." Going a little farther, he fell to the ground ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • David Welch avatar

    Our Infinitely Pure God Series

    Contributed by David Welch on May 11, 2015
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    Sixth in a series on the attributes of God focusing on God's purity and holiness.

    Knowing God Series #6 “Our infinitely Pure God” Introduction After a brief study of the “Fear of the Lord” which has to do with a proper knowledge of God I felt led to follow up with a series on knowing God better. Proverbs teaches the fear of the Lord is the beginning of ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

  • Dennis Davidson avatar

    David And Bathsheba Series

    Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Jan 13, 2014
    based on 7 ratings
     | 24,738 views

    This story doesn't gloss over anything. It dramatize David's humanness in an unforgettable way. It offers amazing insight into the elements that make us spiritually vulnerable. It reminds us that in accomplishing His purpose God always is forced to use fallible people

    2 SAMUEL 11: 1-5 [The Life of David] DAVID AND BATHSHEBA [James 1:14-15] This section deals with one of the most familiar stories in this part of the Old Testament, with the possible exception of the story of David and Goliath. It is the story of David's disastrous affair with Bathsheba and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Lord Is My Shepherd (Part Two)

    Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Mar 16, 2020
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    Psalm 23 is perhaps the most well-known Psalm. It's often quoted at funerals. Although you may be familiar with it, have you ever really studied it? Last week we looked at verses 1-3. Today we'll finish looking at David's 23rd Psalm. Let's see what we can learn.

    THE LORD IS MY SHEPHERD (part two)-Psalm 23:4-6 Last week I talked about some of the dynamics of shepherding sheep. If they wander off they can't find their way home. They need a shepherd who cares about and looks out for them. David knew all about that because he was once a shepherd. He takes ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Christopher Arch avatar

    "daniel In The Lion's Den"

    Contributed by Christopher Arch on Nov 12, 2022
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    This message is a series on the book of Daniel.

    Title: “Daniel in the Lion’s Den” Scripture: Daniel 6 Type: Series/expository Where: GNBC 11-13-22 Intro: The account of God’s miraculous deliverance of Daniel in the lion’s den is one of the most notable stories in the OT. In the story we see how a faithful God delivers His faithful servant, ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Mike Quinn avatar

    Elijah: Journeying Faithfully Through The Dark Times Series

    Contributed by Mike Quinn on Jan 18, 2006
    based on 19 ratings
     | 4,579 views

    The story of Elijah fleeing from Jezebel. He feels like God has abandoned him, but then God speaks to him. We may feel the same. What can I do when I go through dark times?

    Legacy “Elijah: Journeying faithfully through the dark times” 1 Kings 19 Part seven 1 Kings 21:25-26 Ahab, pushed by his wife Jezebel and in open defiance of GOD, set an all-time record in making big business of evil. 26 He indulged in outrageous obscenities in the world of idols, copying the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Joel Vicente avatar

    303 – Saved! From What?

    Contributed by Joel Vicente on Feb 17, 2005
    based on 14 ratings
     | 2,681 views

    Elementary Teaching on Salvation. If we’re are saved... what are we saved from?

    SALVATION & SIN -- Sermon Series Questions? Saved from what?, How is one saved?, What happens after salvation?, What does the Holy Spirit do at salvation?, Can I lose my salvation? Illustrate: Max Lucado tells of a story in 1989 there was an earthquake in Armenia. In 4 minutes, it flattened the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Charles Wilkerson avatar

    Chasing The Stable-Boy Series

    Contributed by Charles Wilkerson on Dec 10, 2004
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,021 views

    Instead of following after the "power and prestige of the world" how about following the humility of Christ?

    I visited with an incensed high school student last week. Apparently her father had decided they weren’t going to get a Christmas tree or put up any of the other usually seasonal decorations. Instead they would have “Birthday” balloons and a birthday cake. And the presents would be arranged around ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed