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    Different Stages Of Forgivenesss Lesson 4 Series

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Nov 15, 2023
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    Thank God for using a difficult/hard experience to conform you into the image of Jesus Christ.

    “Forgive us our debts, as we forgive our debtors” (Matthew 6:12). A. FIVE STAGES WHEN WE DENY FORGIVENESS 1. We deny we did it and our consequences are inevitable. 2. We get angry at our problem. 3. We bargain to live beyond our consequences. 4. We become depressed because the consequences ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Good Samaritan Lesson 1 Series

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jan 11, 2024
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    Part of our sacrifice for Christ is when we give up on time, energy, and resources to help others in need.

    A. THE PARABLE OF THE GOOD SAMARITAN - LUKE 10:25-37 1. Lawyer: a. One who interpreted the Old Testament law to people. b. His purpose was to trip up Jesus. c. “What shall I do to inherit eternal life?” (Luke 10:25). d. Jesus’ response was used by Jewish leaders, “What is your reading of it?” ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    What Is Fasting And How To Get Started Lesson 1 Series

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jul 7, 2023
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    Christian fasting is a non-required discipline. It alters your diet, eliminates food and/or drink, for a biblical purpose, and accompanied with prayer.

    A. CHRISTIAN FASTING IS A NON-REQUIRED DISCIPLINE Jesus said, “When you fast” (Matthew 6:16). Did Jesus mean you must fast, or did He give you an option? “If you fast?” Christian fasting is described: 1. Alters your diet, or 2. Eliminates food and/or drink 3. For a biblical ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Why Begin Prayer With Praise? Lesson 2 Series

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jul 10, 2023
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    “Bless the Lord, O my soul; and all that is within me, bless His holy name” (Ps. 103:1).

    A. WHY BEGIN PRAYER WITH PRAISE 1. Because Jesus instructed them to begin the Lord’s Prayer. “Hallowed be Your name” (Matt. 6:9). Other versions translate this to mean to honor His name, to reverence His name, to hold high His name. 2. Because the psalmist commands you, “Enter . . . His courts ...read more

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    Samson: Wrongly Trusted In His Own Strength Lesson 7 Series

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jul 18, 2023
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    Samson put his faith in God in an age of national doubt and apostasy.

    A. THE BIRTH OF SAMSON 1. From the weak unlikely tribe “of the Danites” (Judges 13:2) 2. A Nazarite from birth (13:7), i.e., separated to God. (Numbers 6:1-13). a. Can’t cut hair. b. Can’t touch a dead body. c. Can’t drink wine (fruit of the vine). 3. God’s call. “He shall begin to deliver ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Why Must God Be Pleased? Lesson 1 Series

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jul 20, 2023
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    If My people please me, then I will favor them.

    A. GOD WAS PLEASED WITH HIS CREATION: GENESIS 1:1-31 Day 1 – light, “It was good.” Day 2 – separate waters and create atmosphere, “It was good.” Day 3 – vegetation, giving life, “It was good.” Day 4 – sun and moon, “It was good.” Day 5 – animals, fish, and birds, “It was good.” Day 6 – male ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Melchizedek Lesson 7 Series

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Mar 6, 2024
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    Melchizedek, a fitting type of Christ.

    The apostle continues his effort to explain to the Hebrews the imperfect and shadowy character of the Levitical system. He is showing that the real, living, and continuous priesthood of Christ had now begun, thus definitely marking a change of dispensation. The mysteries concerning Melchizedek ...read more

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    Atonement Lesson 10 Series

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Mar 7, 2024
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    Questions about the purpose of the tabernacle, the Holy of Holies, and the Ark of the Covenant.

    1. What was the purpose of the tabernacle? That God may dwell among His people (Exodus 25:8; cf. 26:1-30). 2. How many separate lights were there on this candlestick? Seven candles (Exodus 25:32, 37). 3. What was symbolized by this seven-fold light? Jesus, the Light of the world (Hebrews 1:3; ...read more

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    Learning My Three Primary Old Testament Names Lesson 7 Series

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jul 24, 2023
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    The LORD our God is one Lord” (Deuteronomy 6:4; Mark 12:29) and includes three primary names of God.

    A. INTRODUCTION: ONE GOD THREE RELATIONSHIPS 1. God is first seen as Creator – Elohim. “In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth (Genesis 1:1). 2. God is next seen as LORD – Jehovah – who created a person like Himself. “And the LORD God formed man of the dust of the ground, and ...read more

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    Learning My New Testament Trinitarian Names Lesson 8 Series

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jul 24, 2023
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    When referring to the Godhead: Three eternal Persons, equal in nature, submissive in ministry.

    A. INTRODUCTION 1. The Trinity. “Go and make disciples of all the nations (ethnic cultures), baptizing them in the name of the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit” (Matthew 28:19, NLT). Note name is singular, yet three Persons. 2. Definition. “I am Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, equal in ...read more

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    Faith Made Abraham A Friend Of God Lesson 5 Series

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jul 27, 2023
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    God gives us trials and our obedience makes us stronger. Satan gives us temptations, and our disobedience. Abraham’s faith obedience is his shining example of devotion to God

    “By obedient faith, Abraham offered his only son Isaac as a sacrifice to God, who was testing him. God had promised Abraham that through his seed his descendants would be counted and would bless the world. Abraham reasoned that if Isaac died, God ...read more

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    Worship After Christmas Lesson 4 Series

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jul 28, 2023
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    True worshippers embrace Jesus and experience a divine experience or epoch.

    A. SIMEON: A TRUE WORSHIPPER: LUKE 2:25-32 “And behold, there was a man in Jerusalem whose name was Simeon, and this man was just and devout, waiting for the Consolation of Israel, and the Holy Spirit was upon him. And it had been revealed to him by the Holy Spirit that he would not see death ...read more

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    Elijah: Beginning Of Drought Lesson 2 Series

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Aug 1, 2023
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    Why does “our” brook or job, or salary dry up. To teach us that God doesn’t provide according to our time schedule, or desires, or place.

    “Then the word of the Lord came to him, saying, ‘Get away from here and turn eastward, and hide by the Brook Cherith, which flows into the Jordan. And it will be that you shall drink from the brook, and I have commanded the ravens to feed you there.’” 1 Kings 17:2-4, NKJV A. INTRODUCTION 1. Hide ...read more

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    Jehovah Vs Baal Lesson 5 Series

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Aug 1, 2023
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    When you need to find God, revisit the place where He last manifested Himself.

    A. GOD’S LONE RANGER AT MOUNT CARMEL 1. Tishbite means strong or alone. “I am the only prophet of the LORD … left” (18:22). 2. Big crowd. “All the people of Israel gathered … 400 prophets of Baal … 450 prophets of Asherah” (v. 22 ff). 3. They expected rain, but will get fire. Now rain for 3 ...read more

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    Healing The Nobleman's Son Lesson 6 Series

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Dec 4, 2023
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    First ministry to Gentiles.

    A. BACKGROUND: JOHN 4:46-54 1. Springtime. Jesus is returning from Jerusalem and the Passover (2:13). 2. Did miracles in Jerusalem. “When He (Jesus) was in Jerusalem at the Passover . . . they saw the miracles which He did” (2:23). 3. Ministry to the woman at the well. “The woman then left her ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist