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  • Mitchell Skelton avatar

    The Trouble With Tradition Series

    Contributed by Mitchell Skelton on Aug 16, 2003
    based on 74 ratings
     | 9,949 views

    How did Jesus deal with "Traditon." How can we apply His teaching to our practices today?

    The Trouble with Tradition Mark 7:1–13 INTRODUCTION We obtain biblical authority from three ways: 1. Direct Command, 2. Divine Example and 3. Necessary Inference. When we come across anything for which we do not have a command, example or cannot infer proper action from clear biblical ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Rejoice In The Lord And Beware Of Those Who Place Confidence In The Flesh Series

    Contributed by John Lowe on Apr 25, 2019
     | 4,348 views

    If I were to give you a theme for chapter three, I would say "that I may know Him and the power of His resurrection and the fellowship of His suffering." This is Christian experience—to know Him. Not so much to know about Him, but to really know—Him. This is experimental knowledge.

    Date: 12/26/18 Lesson #21 Title: Rejoice In The Lord And Beware Of Those Who Place Confidence In The Flesh • “Special Notes” and “Scripture” are shown as endnotes. • NIV Bible is used throughout unless noted otherwise. Scripture: Philippians 3:1-3 (NIV) (1) Further, my brothers and sisters, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    How Can Our Church Grow

    Contributed by William Rushing on Jun 20, 2002
    based on 28 ratings
     | 3,863 views

    This sermon shows the responisbilities of God and the church members to help a churh grow.

    I. Introduction A. Background 1. Peter preached the sermon at Pentecost. 2. There were a number of people that received Christ. B. Acts 2:41-47 – What is a church? 1. Many times we think of the church as the building. i. The Church of Christ has a sign that states “Church of Christ – Meets ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    6 Church Killers

    Contributed by Dr. William D. Poovey on Apr 23, 2015
     | 12,078 views

    It seems that Satan was neutralizing local churches 300 years ago in the same way he is today...

    6 Church Killers John 10:10 (KJV) 10 The thief cometh not, but for to steal, and to kill, and to destroy: I am come that they might have life, and that they might have it more abundantly. It seems that Satan was neutralizing local churches 300 years ago in the same way he is today. I ...read more

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    Denomination: Foursquare

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    The Searching Of The Lord

    Contributed by Scott Bresee on Sep 16, 2003
    based on 95 ratings
     | 24,323 views

    The Scriptures tell us that the eyes of the Almighty are searching for a certain people to strengthen and demonstrate His might.

    The Searching of the Lord Text: II Chronicles 16:9 “For the eyes of the Lord move to and fro throughout the earth that He may strongly support those whose heart is completely His…” In this passage, we find a prophet named Hanani speaking a word of rebuke from the Lord to King Asa. Instead of ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Plowing The Heart

    Contributed by Rick Boyne on Feb 1, 2026
     | 105 views

    Allow God to break up the hardened ground of your heart.

    Plowing the Heart February 1, 2026 Morning Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: Allow God to break up the hardened ground of your heart. Focus Passage: Hosea 10:12-13 Introduction: Revival does not begin with comfort. It begins with disruption. God interrupts ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    What's Our Purpose? Series

    Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Jul 8, 2013
     | 7,508 views

    The Church at Pine Level must identify itself with the Church at Antioch. We must have a clear purpose and do whatever it takes to serve Christ. With God's leadership, our new purpose will be: "Connecting people with Jesus and each other."

    What’s our Purpose? Acts 13:1-13 Introduction When this series first started we discussed the imp of being a biblical church -- The church of Acts is a tremendous road model for us to examine / follow -- When it comes to following Christ, there is really NO more perfect example The ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    How Does She Do It? Series

    Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Jun 20, 2012
     | 8,829 views

    I have often wondered how moms juggle and handle all the things that come their way as a mother. But we need to be reminded that God created moms to be who they are and He empowers them to do some impossible tasks. Let’s look at three Biblical moms today,

    The Church 12 Part 3 Thesis: The Bible clearly supports and expects Christians to be a part of the church. Church is a community of believers who come together on the Lords Day to worship God and to support each other. Scripture does not show Paul, Silas or Peter going into a city just to make ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Is The Church Archaic And Obsolete? Series

    Contributed by Glenn Durham on May 27, 2008
    based on 19 ratings
     | 7,363 views

    God changes us so that the church can awe and bless the world.

    Scripture Introduction Driving home Thursday a provocative announcement on National Public Radio caught my attention. The Templeton Foundation was promoting a discussion of: “Does science make belief in God obsolete?” Such a question would not have been asked 50 or 100 years ago; we all expect it ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    What Should You Change? 1 Corinthians 7:17 - 40 Series

    Contributed by Tom Fuller on Dec 13, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,771 views

    When we experience new life in Jesus Christ we might think a change in our external appearance, position, or circumstances will make us more useful to the Master. But you might just miss out on one of the greatest opportunities available to you.

    Last time we talked about how some in Corinth, especially women who were just experiencing new freedoms in the body of Christ, thought it best to divorce their pagan husbands, or remain celibate in marriage in order to be better Christians. In the context of an overly-sexualized society, and of a ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

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    Keep The Fire Burning

    Contributed by Billy Ricks on Sep 20, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 18,395 views

    Why does the fire of revival burn so brightly but so shortly? What can the church do to keep the fire in our belly burning brightly? Stop filling the church with people and ask for the people to be filled with God!

    Intro: Second Timothy is Paul’s farewell address to Timothy and the church at large. Paul is in prison in Rome waiting for execution. This is one of the letters that Paul wrote called the Pastoral Epistles. That simply put is the pastoral letters. First and Second Timothy and Titus make up the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Worship

    Contributed by Dean Morgan on Sep 14, 2004
    based on 5 ratings
     | 15,056 views

    Tonight we want to slow things down a bit and take a look at the word worship. By looking at the word worship it will reveal some things about how we are to worship or what is involved in worship.

    TEXT: Psalm 95:6 TITLE: WORSHIP Tonight we want to slow things down a bit and take a look at the word worship. By looking at the word worship it will reveal some things about how we are to worship or what is involved in worship. So you could say that we will be doing a little more teaching that ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Faith By Itself

    Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Sep 8, 2012
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,966 views

    Sermon for the 15th Sunday after Pentecost, Year B

    James 2: 1 – 17 / Faith By Itself Intro: Have you ever wondered why the owners of Golden Corral chose that name for their restaurant. The word “Golden” conjures up in our minds the idea of great value, great wealth, ultimate, the pinnacle. - - - I don’t have a problem ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    The Two Disciplines Of A Gospel Life

    Contributed by Dasol Kang on Jul 4, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 334 views

    To win the world for Christ, we must be flexible in our outreach but disciplined in our walk.

    Have you ever watched the TV show Undercover Boss? The premise of the show is this: The CEO of a massive company, a person with a nice corner office, luxury cars, and the authority to hire and fire hundreds, decides to go undercover within their own organization. They trade their expensive suit for ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Mary's Alabaster Box

    Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Apr 26, 2023
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,970 views

    Mary humbly falling at the feet of Jesus to give Him her best.

    Mary’s Alabaster Jar John 12:1-8 Good Morning Everyone /Glad that you joined us this morning. Welcome online friends Would you turn to John 12 and as you are doing that would you bow your head for prayer as we ask the Lord for His presence and guidance into His Word? Prayer- John 12:1-8 Read ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene