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  • Michael Stark avatar

    When The Protectors Become Predators

    Contributed by Michael Stark on May 31, 2019
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    Church leaders are appointed to protect the flock. When the protectors become predators, you may be sure that God will shortly expose the sin and deliver judgement.

    “Jerusalem sinned grievously; therefore, she became filthy; all who honored her despise her, for they have seen her nakedness; she herself groans and turns her face away.” [1] Shocked, disgusted, grieved, hurt—what a confused jumble of emotions flooded the heart of Christians when they ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    What The Stones Are Saying

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Jun 7, 2019
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    An examination of the importance of memorials conducted through studying the memorials Joshua erected at Gilgal.

    “Joshua called the twelve men from the people of Israel, whom he had appointed, a man from each tribe. And Joshua said to them, ‘Pass on before the ark of the LORD your God into the midst of the Jordan, and take up each of you a stone upon his shoulder, according to the number of the tribes of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    What Do You Know? Series

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Feb 10, 2018
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    The Christian possesses knowledge that is not available to outsiders. Therefore, followers of the Christ must encourage their hearts that they know Christ, that they are secure in Him and they are to honour Him.

    “We know that the Son of God has come and has given us understanding, so that we may know him who is true; and we are in him who is true, in his Son Jesus Christ. He is the true God and eternal life. Little children, keep yourselves from idols.” [1] “The trouble with world is not that people ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    First Share Of The Crops Series

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Nov 14, 2015
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    Rewards come only after we work. The Apostle is encouraging those who are called by the Name of the Son of God to work diligently.

    “It is the hard-working farmer who ought to have the first share of the crops.” [1] Paul has presented a variety of images to illustrate the strong spiritual life expected of those who will follow the Master. As we saw in a previous message, the emphasis in these verbal pictures the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    He Can If He Will Series

    Contributed by Kraig Pullam on Dec 30, 2015
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    A man with a withered hand makes an appeal to the soveriegnty of God, aware that Christ's ability is not handcuffed by His impotence, but subordinate to His will alone.

    The last story in the gospel of Mark, prior to this story, we discover that there was hell and havoc in the house of Peter. Jesus has come into the house of Peter and He has healed the mother-in-law of Peter and she got up and served the people. And persons began to bring persons who were sick and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Can I Get A Refill?

    Contributed by Kraig Pullam on Dec 30, 2015
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    Christ's first recorded miracle, the turning of ordinary water into extraordinary wine, becomes a picture of Christ bringing joy in the midst of sorrow.

    One of my favorite movies of which I will boldly, blatantly and unashamedly admit is the sequel “Bad Boys II.” It is a funny/amusing/somewhat comical/quite insightful movie whether you like or not with Martin Lawrence (of which I am a die hard fan/admirer/aficionado) and Will Smith and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Ensuring A Future For The Faith Series

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Sep 20, 2015
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    Examining the responsibility to seek out and prepare faithful men who will advance the Faith in days to come.

    “You then, my child, be strengthened by the grace that is in Christ Jesus, and what you have heard from me in the presence of many witnesses entrust to faithful men who will be able to teach others also. Share in suffering as a good soldier of Christ Jesus.” [1] Apostolic succession ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Vision Beyond Jerusalem

    Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Sep 25, 2015
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    This sermon establishes the church must look beyond its doors, city, and state. It has to extend its vision and mission to fulfill the Great Commission. This lesson also discusses the expansion of the gospel of Christ beyond Jerusalem into the Gentile nations by men of color.

    INTRODUCTION Outline. 1. The Commission of Barnabas 2. The Consolation of Barnabas 3. The Character of Barnabas 1Introductory Remarks. 1. After the conversion of Cornelius and the persecution that arose due to Stephen's Stoning, the gospel reached other cities beyond Jerusalem. Men traveled as ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    A Good Soldier Of Christ Jesus Series

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Sep 27, 2015
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    Believers are urged to see their lives as dedicated to service to the Saviour rather than merely being lived for their own interests.

    “Share in suffering as a good soldier of Christ Jesus. No soldier gets entangled in civilian pursuits, since his aim is to please the one who enlisted him.” [1] Suffering well is a ministry in itself! Note that I did not say that suffering is a ministry. Few of us tolerate suffering ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Paul's Announcement To Rome Series

    Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Oct 22, 2015
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    To set forth to all, that Paul's announcement to Rome should be ours also; delivered with the same intensity, sincerity and sensitivity to all who would hear us regarding the gospel of Christ.

    INTRODUCTION Outline. 1. I am a Debtor Because of the Gospel 2. I am Ready to Preach the Gospel 3. I am not Ashamed of the Gospel Remarks. 1. In this lesson today, we will be discussing: “Paul’s Announcement to Rome.” I’m going to focus on three things the Apostle announces to Rome in this text. ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Advantage Of A Godly Home Series

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Mar 15, 2015
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     | 10,026 views

    Children raised in a godly environment are advantaged in learning of Christ the Lord.

    “I am reminded of your sincere faith, a faith that dwelt first in your grandmother Lois and your mother Eunice and now, I am sure, dwells in you as well.” [1] The way of salvation is taught by godly people; but the Spirit of God must make the dead individual alive in Christ. We cannot ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    I Need A Refill

    Contributed by Kraig Pullam on Feb 17, 2014
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     | 29,238 views

    As Jesus turns water into wine as a symbol of bringing joy, He specializes in re-filling life's empty places.

    Re-Filling Your Empty Life by Kraig Pullam John 2:1-2:1 One of my favorite movies of which I will boldly, blatantly and unashamedly admit is the sequel “Bad Boys II.” It is a funny/amusing/somewhat comical/quite insightful movie whether you like or not with Martin Lawrence (of which ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Disposition For Position-1

    Contributed by Byron Sherman on Apr 8, 2014
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    1 of 2. Jesus characterized the disposition needed for holding position & power in Jesus’ disciples. But what is the proper disposition? Position & power in Jesus’ disciples is tied to our...

    The DISPOSITION For POSITION-I—Mark 10:35-45 Attention: A Better Solution When NASA first started sending up astronauts, they quickly discovered that ballpoint pens would not work in 0 gravity. To combat this problem, NASA scientists spent a decade & billions of dollars developing a pen that ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Characteristics Of Healthy Churches (1 Peter 5:1-5) Series

    Contributed by Greg Brown on Aug 2, 2014
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     | 10,766 views

    Exposition of 1 Peter 5:1-5

    Characteristics of Healthy Churches To the elders among you, I appeal as a fellow elder, a witness of Christ’s sufferings and one who also will share in the glory to be revealed: Be shepherds of God’s flock that is under your care, serving as overseers—not because you must, but ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Live Simply Series

    Contributed by Jimmy Seibert on Oct 15, 2014
     | 6,104 views

    When we understand God's heart and Divine design for our finances and put His design into practice, we put ourselves in a position to experience the abundant life He desires for us and for our families.

    Rock Solid Finances: Part 1 “Live Simply” Preached by Jimmy Seibert 4/18/2010 God’s desire for us is that money doesn’t have our heart, but He does. The purpose of money is to fulfill God’s purposes on the earth, not just ours. My prayer is that in this journey over ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational