Independence Day:God's Closeness in Uncertain Times

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    Elijah Faithfully Entered Heaven Lesson 3 Series

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Nov 1, 2023
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    It is good God doesn’t answer all your selfish prayers.

    A. ELIJAH ON HIS WAY TO THE FINISH LINE: 2 KINGS 2:1-10 1. About to finish. “The LORD was about to take Elijah to heaven” (v. 1): a. Everyone seemed to know (vv. 3, 5, 7). b. Many will see (2:15). c. Some did not think Elijah went to heaven, but to a mountain (vv. 16-18). 2. Note the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    John 90 Years Old Finished Well Lesson 4 Series

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Nov 1, 2023
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    John was one of the first to be called to be a disciple.

    A. JOHN BEGAN WELL 1. The apostle John was one of the first called. “Two disciples followed Jesus … Andrew first ... found his brother … brought him to Jesus … John also found his brother ... we have found the Messiah … the Christ” (John 1:38-41, ELT). 2. The youngest of the 12 disciples – 17 ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Selfish Scallywag Jacob Experienced God For A New Start Lesson 6 Series

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Nov 13, 2023
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    Nature of Jacob's encounter with God.

    A. WHO WAS JACOB? 1. Second twin son born to Isaac and Rebekah. a. Famous grandfather Abraham. b. Fraternal twins. c. The line to Messiah, Christ. d. Predicted leader. “The older shall serve the younger” (25:23). 2. Jacob’s name means "deceiver." a. Birthright, spiritual ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Waiting On God Lesson 1 Series

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Nov 15, 2023
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    Wings are found in God's presence.

    A. INTRODUCTION “But those who wait on the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings like eagles, they shall run and not be weary, they shall walk and not faint.” Isaiah 40:31, NKJV 1. Two kinds of people need wings: a. Devastated, drained of purpose/energy b. Discouraged, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Listening To God Lesson 3 Series

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Nov 15, 2023
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    Having the right attitude to hear and understand God’s voice.

    “Samuel was sleeping in the Tabernacle near the Ark of God. Suddenly the Lord called out ‘Samuel.’ He answered, ‘what is it?’ He ran to Eli … ‘go back to bed.’ The Lord called again …’what is it?’ Eli … ‘go back to bed.’ The Lord called a third time … Eli … told Samuel to say, ‘speak Lord, Your ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Opening Up Heaven Lesson 4 Series

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Nov 15, 2023
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    Opening up the doors of Heaven.

    “I am the door. If anyone enters by Me, he will be saved, and will go in and out and find pasture” (spoken by Jesus, John 10:9, NKJV). “I’d rather be a doorkeeper in the house of God ... no good thing will He withhold from those who walk uprightly.” (Psalm 84:10-11, NKJV). A. INTRODUCTION: ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Satisfying Your Hunger For God Lesson 5 Series

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Nov 15, 2023
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    Learning the spiritual signs of hungering for God.

    “The angel of the Lord encamps all around those who fear Him, and delivers them” (Psalm 34:7). “And Jesus said to them, ‘I am the bread of life. He who comes to Me shall never hunger, and he who believes in Me shall never thirst'” (John 6:35). A. INTRODUCTION 1. Illustration of little ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Unique Jesus - Introduction Series

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Dec 4, 2023
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    No matter who you are in life, and what your condition, Jesus can help you, save you, and use you.

    A. THE UNIQUE JESUS 1. He was fully God and fully man at the same time. “Thou art the Christ, the Son of the living God” (Matthew 16:16). “Jesus … asleep” (Mark 4:38). 2. He knew a person’s problem before being told. “Jesus …knew all men, He needed not that anyone would tell him, because He ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Rich Young Ruler Lesson 5 Series

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Dec 4, 2023
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    None of us are perfect workers, praise God for using imperfect people.

    A. THE RICH YOUNG RULER: LUKE 18:18-23 1. He came to the right person. “There came one running, and kneeled to him, and asked him, ‘Good Master, what shall I do that I may inherit eternal life?’” (Mark 10:17). 2. He came with a right attitude. “Good Master” (v. 17). 3. He had the right ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Will Of God Door Lesson 2 Series

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Dec 6, 2023
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    What is the will of God?

    “And so, dear brothers and sisters, I plead with you to give your bodies to God because of all he has done for you. Let them be a living and holy sacrifice—the kind he will find acceptable. This is truly the way to worship him. Don’t copy the behavior and customs of this world, but let God ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Mingled Seed Series

    Contributed by Chris Swanson on Oct 17, 2022
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    What is the issue of being mingled? As we look at today’s scripture, it is telling us that something does not need to be mixed with something else

    The online free dictionary defines the word mingle as – to mix or bring together in combination, to be or become mixed or united, to associate or take part with others. The past tense form is mingled, which means the mixing has taken place, it has happened. As we look at today’s scripture, it is ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Indecision Is No Choice Lesson 5 Series

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jan 3, 2024
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    Choice usually involves more than one option.

    “If you need wisdom, ask our generous God, and he will give it to you. He will not rebuke you for asking. But when you ask him, be sure that your faith is in God alone. Do not waver, for a person with divided loyalty is as unsettled as a wave of the sea that is blown and tossed by the wind. Such ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Lessons To Age Gracefully Lesson 1 Series

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jan 3, 2024
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    Five good things to remember at a funeral.

    “Absent from the body … present with the Lord” (2 Corinthians 5:8). “O Lord, You alone are my hope. I’ve trusted You, O Lord, from childhood. Yes, You have been with me from birth; from my mother’s womb You have cared for me. No wonder I am always praising You! … And now, in my old age, don’t set ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Caleb - 85 Years Young Lesson 2 Series

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jan 3, 2024
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    Learn when you are young so you will still know how to serve God when you get old.

    “The Lord has kept me alive and well as he promised for all these forty-five years … Today I am eighty-five years old. I am as strong now as I was when Moses sent me on that journey, and I can still travel and fight as well as I could then. So give me the hill country that the Lord promised me … I ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Enoch - Watcher Looking For God Lesson 6 Series

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jan 5, 2024
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    It is possible to enjoy close intimacy with God in a world with its sinful environment.

    “So all the days of Enoch were three hundred and sixty-five years. And Enoch walked with God; and he was not, for God took him” (Genesis 5:23-24). “By faith Enoch was taken away so that he did not see death, and was not found, because God had taken him; for before he was taken he had this ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist