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  • Terry Blankenship avatar

    Pollution In The Soul Series

    Contributed by Terry Blankenship on Apr 27, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,753 views

    Jesus is confronted by the religious elite that His disciples weren’t washing correctly. Jesus tells the Pharisical hypocrites they have more problems than that to worry about.

    Pollution in the Soul Then the Pharisees and some of the scribes came together to Him, having come from Jerusalem. Now when they saw some of His disciples eat bread with defiled, that is, with unwashed hands, they found fault. For the Pharisees and all the Jews do not eat unless they wash their ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Paul Fritz avatar

    The Benefits Of Baptism

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 34 ratings
     | 5,143 views

    In our present busy existence it is easy to forget the significance of believer’s baptism. Baptism is the outward manifestation of an internal spiritual reality. Whereas Paul’s conversion was completely initiated by Divine intervention, his baptism integr

    1. In our present busy existence it is easy to forget the significance of believer’s baptism. Baptism is the outward manifestation of an internal spiritual reality. Whereas Paul’s conversion was completely initiated by Divine intervention, his baptism integrated him with the entire life of other ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Apple Of Love Series

    Contributed by James Westervelt on Nov 21, 2001
    based on 83 ratings
     | 6,741 views

    What is "physical fruit"? "An outward evidence of the inward nature of the tree." (We know an apple tree is an apple tree because is produces apples). Likewise, if we are walking in the Spirit, we will evidence His inward presence.

    THE APPLE OF LOVE In John 15:8, Jesus declared, "In this is My Father glorified, that you bear much fruit, so shall you be My disciples." We glorify the Father and prove that we are followers of Jesus, when we produce the Fruit of the Spirit. The Fruit of the Spirit is much ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Essentials For Growth Series

    Contributed by Carl Allen on Dec 12, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,866 views

    There is no truer indicator of a Christian’s level of spiritual maturity than their prayer life. Paul’s outward ministry reveals so much about Paul, but his prayer life gives us a glimpse at his soul.

    Essentials for Growth in Godliness Philippians 1:9-11 Intro As we have started our study of the book of Philippians, we have already learned that Paul was a man that did not find his joy in the circumstances of the world, but rather in God. I think we can all agree that Paul had a great passion ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Your Home A Safe Place: Daily Sharing Time With You And Your Mate Series

    Contributed by Kent Kessler on Aug 30, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,795 views

    Working on our core relationship with God moves us outward and has its effects on those closest to us. And who is closer than your spouse? WE NEED TO HAVE A DAILY TALK TIME WITH OUR SPOUSE.

    NO PLACE LIKE HOME Your Home A Safe Place Daily Sharing Time for You & Your Mate EPHESIANS 5:21-33 Five Safety Builders There were two men out on the golf course, at the fifteenth green, when they see a funeral procession drive by. One man pauses, takes off his hat, and places it over his heart, ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Monte Brown avatar

    How To Worship God In Spirit And In Truth

    Contributed by Monte Brown on Jan 30, 2009
    based on 7 ratings
     | 4,642 views

    Our study of worship reminds us that the effectiveness of all that we do in the church is not to be found in outward activity or service, but in the One who stands behind it. The One whom we serve. The One deserving of our worship.

    How to Worship God in Spirit and in Truth John 4:22-24 Monte T. Brown February 1, 2009 Sunday Morning Heart O’ the Hills Introduction When Lawrence of Arabia was in Paris with some of his Arab friends after World War I, he took them to see the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Thanksgiving Turns Us Inside Out Series

    Contributed by Robert Higgins on Apr 17, 2008
     | 2,898 views

    When our mind is set up on the things of the Spirit, we will be “outward focused.” When our mind is set upon the things of the flesh, we re “inward focused.” Thanksgiving directs our attention toward God.

    1. Review of Inside Out a. We are selfish, self-centered and self-absorbed. b. We turn to meeting our own needs and our own wants all too easily. c. God doesn’t want us to be that way. i. How do I know that? Because that is what is at the core of what we call sin – self. ii. If you think about this ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Struggling With Sin Within During Suffering

    Contributed by Gerald Steffy on Aug 24, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,801 views

    Proposition: When you are suffering, it is easier to agonize over the loss of God’s outward blessing and proper relationship to God Himself, than keep an upbeat attitude and keep from sinning in one’s inward spirit.

    STRUGGLING WITH SIN WITHIN DURING SUFFERING--Job 23:1-7, 15-17; 24:1, 4-6; 42:3-4 Proposition: When you are suffering, it is easier to agonize over the loss of God’s outward blessing and proper relationship to God Himself, than keep an upbeat attitude and keep from sinning in one’s inward ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dennis Davidson avatar

    A Heart Full Of Grace Series

    Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Mar 5, 2012
    based on 36 ratings
     | 28,610 views

    Because God has made us righteous in Christ, He expects us to live righteously or with right behavior. Such behavior is the outward manifestation of the inward transformation, & the only sure proof that such inner transformation has taken place.

    Matters of the Heart Series COLOSSIANS 3: 12-17 “A HEART FULL OF GRACE” In our text the Bible describes what God expects of the believer in response to what He has done for us by His Amazing Grace. Because God has made us righteous in Christ, He expects us to live righteously or with right ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Howard Strickland avatar

    One More Time

    Contributed by Howard Strickland on Jun 10, 2012
    based on 2 ratings
     | 16,825 views

    At birth Samson was called into a Nazirite vow. It consisted of never tasting alcohol, staying away from the dead, and never cutting the hair. (A lifestyle of outward consecration.) 1. Love God. 2. Loving our neighbor.

    One More Time Judges 16:28NKJ Then Samson called to the Lord, saying, “O Lord God, remember me, I pray! Strengthen me, I pray, just this once, O God, that I may with one blow take vengeance on the Philistines for my two eyes!” At birth Samson was called into ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • D. Dewaine Phillips avatar

    Will He Really Come? Series

    Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Oct 15, 2021
    based on 2 ratings
     | 4,290 views

    Is revival the result of the outward things we do such as elaborate programs and new flashy buildings? Or is it the result of the inward man and what is happening inside us spiritually? What must happen before God’s presence will come?

    If you have ever seen the Universal Studios movie “Field of Dreams” then you will more than likely recall that unforgettable scene where Ray Kinsella (played by Kevin Costner) is standing in the middle of a cornfield when he hears a voice say to him, “If you build it, he will come.” Ray then ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Rapture Ready--Living With Authentic Faith Matthew 23 Series

    Contributed by William Akehurst on Sep 14, 2025
     | 202 views

    To be rapture ready, we must move from empty religion to authentic relationship with CHRIST. JESUS condemns hypocrisy and calls us to authentic faith expressed in humility, obedience, and servant leadership. Outward show can’t replace inward surrender. Be watchful. Be faithful. Be ready.

    2025.09.14 Sermon. RAPTURE READY_LIVING WITH AUTHENTIC FAITH_WOE TO HYPOCRISY, YES TO HUMILITY Matthew 23 William Akehurst, HSWC Scripture Readings Matthew 23:1-39, 2 Timothy 3:5, James 1:22, Philippians 2:3, Luke 12:1, John 10:9, 1 Timothy 6:5, Micah 6:8, Matthew 15:8, 1 Samuel 16:7, Matthew ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Caesar Or God? Series

    Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Apr 13, 2022
     | 1,578 views

    Conflict between the monarchs and the spiritual leaders was a time-old problem. The spiritual could be arrested for condemning the political leaders, and systems. Politicians saw the religious leaders as a threat to their survival and existence.

    Holy Wednesday Theme: Caesar or God? Text: Luke 20:20-26 Introduction: Conflict between the monarchs and the spiritual leaders was a time-old problem. The spiritual could be arrested for condemning the political leaders, and systems. Politicians saw the religious leaders as a threat to their ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Dean Courtier avatar

    We Have Been Hurt, We Have Been Used, We Have Failed, We Need Healing Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Aug 21, 2012
    based on 8 ratings
     | 12,883 views

    The Holy Spirit took fisherman, former prostitutes, ex-religious leaders, tax collectors, and various family members of Jesus and the other disciples and formed them into a united group we call the church.

    Today across our group of churches is Healing and Wholeness Sunday. We are a Pentecostal Church and we believe that God can and does Heal people every day. So why do we have a specific day dedicated to Healing and Wholeness? In many ways today is no different from any other day but often we ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Michael Stark avatar

    Creator? Or Angel? Series

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Dec 12, 2019
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,567 views

    Christ is creator of heaven and earth. He is not, as some, even in ancient times contended, an angel. Christ was not created; He is Creator. Therefore, He is worthy to be praised and worshipped.

    “‘You, Lord, laid the foundation of the earth in the beginning, and the heavens are the work of your hands; they will perish, but you remain; they will all wear out like a garment, like a robe you will roll them up, like a garment they will be changed. But you are the same, and your years ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist