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  • Jeff Strite avatar

    Abuse Of Power - That Ain't Right Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Oct 31, 2005
    based on 66 ratings
     | 14,428 views

    Halloween is a fun time that permeates our culture.... and it also has its dark and sinister side. Yet even Halloween’s dark side pales compared to an even worse threat of the occult in our nation.

    OPEN: Tomorrow is October 31st. It is best known as the day of Halloween, but it also the day on which other significant events have taken place. · In 1938 Orson Welles broadcast his famous “War of the Worlds” that caused much of the United States to become panicked by the possibility that Mars ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Seven Churches Of Revelations Part 4 Series

    Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Dec 15, 2023
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,023 views

    New Light Faith Ministries and Barry Johnson Ministries, founded by Rodney V. Johnson and Barry O. Johnson, respectively, are partnering to offer Bible studies for Christians who are seeking to grow in their relationship with Jesus. This is a Bible study lesson, not a sermon.

    NOTE: New Light Faith Ministries and Barry Johnson Ministries, founded by Rodney V. Johnson and Barry O. Johnson, respectively, are partnering to offer Bible studies for Christians who are seeking to grow in their relationship with Jesus. This is a Bible study lesson, not a sermon. The Bible ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    A World Without Jesus. . .?

    Contributed by Larry Lasiter on Jan 29, 2004
    based on 24 ratings
     | 4,830 views

    What would the world today be like if Jesus had never been born?

    POINTS OF TRUTH CHRISTIAN MINISTRIES Crusade Church of God www.pointsoftruth.com “He was born in an obscure village, the child of a peasant woman. He grew up in another obscure village where He worked in a carpenter shop until He was thirty. Then for three years He was an itinerant preacher.” ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Stephen Schwartz avatar

    Study6 - Revelation Series

    Contributed by Stephen Schwartz on Dec 18, 2001
    based on 38 ratings
     | 3,242 views

    Study six of the Book of Revelation.

    Continual Incense” Thyatira – represents the pagan church and the church age between AD 590 – 1000. Thyatira means “continual incense” or a continual sacrifice and has reference to the bruising of incense to cause a fragrant smell. The Thyatira period undoubtedly sets forth the union of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Michael French avatar

    A Life Of Dedication Series

    Contributed by Michael French on Mar 18, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 9,226 views

    Christians need to understand the importance of a consistent, daily routine of personal prayer.

    Consider the following words: dedication, commitment, devotion. What do they mean to you – not to you as a member of your family, as a part of a local community or as a citizen of a nation, but rather to you as a believer, as a Christian, as a follower of Christ. Do words such as these have a ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Stand Firm

    Contributed by Dr. Ronnie Grizzle on Jun 15, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 8,567 views

    This message uses the example of the Hebrew children to encourage Christians to Stand Firm in the face of any opposition.

    Stand Firm Daniel 1.1-8 vv. 4-5, Daniel and his friends got a three-year crash course in the ways of the Chaldeans. --New Teachings, new language, pagan religion --They were faced with adversity in their education—they would be taught things that went totally against their beliefs. --They ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Abraham, The Friend Of God Series

    Contributed by Robert Leroe on Oct 15, 2004
    based on 34 ratings
     | 13,282 views

    Abraham, the friend of God, was also a frail individual filled with doubts, who occasionally made unwise decisions. He sometimes acted without consulting God for guidance. He was often afraid. But God did not give up on him.

    “Abraham—the friend of God” (introductory message) Hebrews 11:8-12, 17-19 Pastor Bob Leroe, Cliftondale Congregational Church, Saugus Introduction: Abraham is revered by all Jews, Christians, and Moslems; he serves as a common link. He is the patriarch of the Jewish nation, a spiritual father ...read more

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    Denomination: Congregational

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    A Woman Of Worth Series

    Contributed by Robert Leroe on Feb 21, 2010
    based on 5 ratings
     | 18,459 views

    God in His providence is working in our lives today, whether we realize it or not. When life hurts, we can choose to be bitter, like Naomi, or we can be like Ruth--trusting the Hand of Providence, in spite of unanswered questions and an uncertain future.

    Ruth. A love story. A book of history. A lesson about faith and loyalty. But most of all, a book about God, the One behind-the-scenes. As we encounter Ruth we learn how God takes an active role in our lives. We learn through this short story that the human events we regard as circumstance are ...read more

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    Denomination: Congregational

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    Why Do Christians Use Language From The Occult?

    Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Sep 13, 2017
    based on 4 ratings
     | 9,675 views

    An inciteful look at three occult words that have crept into the church.

    There has been a dramatic increase in the use of words and terms in the church that are taken from the occult and pagan mysticism. Here are three examples ‘Soaking’ Prayer The term 'soaking' started in the occult and refers to the practice of self-emptying so that the divine energy (aka ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Post-Baptismal Life - Epiphany 1 Year C

    Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Jan 4, 2016
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,579 views

    Luke shares with us what a Christ centered post-baptismal life involves: 1. A life of intimate prayer 2. A life empowered and led by the Holy Spirit 3. A life that reveals in its true identity and mission as a child of God

    Scripture: Luke 3:1-6, 15-22; Isaiah 43:1-7; Psalms 29 Theme: Post Baptismal Life Proposition: Luke shares with us what a Christ centered post-baptismal life involves: 1. A life of intimate prayer 2. A life empowered and led by the Holy Spirit 3. A life that reveals in its true ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

  • Richard Tow avatar

    Circumcision Series

    Contributed by Richard Tow on Apr 22, 2024
     | 743 views

    Using OT Scripture, Paul proves in Romans 4:9-12 that circumcision is not a prerequisite for justification. Justification is by faith alone. Vital principles applicable today are taught in this passage of Scripture.

    Intro Romans 4 naturally divides into sections: 1. Justification is by faith, not by works (vv.1-8). 2. Justification by faith is not dependent on ritual (vv. 9-16). 3. The kind of faith that leads to justification is exemplified by Abraham (vv. 17-22). 4. Justification is available now for all ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

  • Jeff Strite avatar

    Sanctity Of Human Life Day Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jan 24, 2016
    based on 17 ratings
     | 17,341 views

    Life is precious, even in the womb. But we live in an evil time when babies are expendable. How do we respond to the world around us regarding abortion... and what do we do with unwed girls who have gotten pregnant or who have had an abortion?

    OPEN: (We showed a legal commentary on abortion by Judge Napolitano (Fox News Contributor) http://video.foxnews.com/v/4715240588001/napolitano-on-abortion-its-not-a-controversy-its-killing/?#sp=show-clips ... We began at the beginning and showed it thru 1:46 time marker) On January 22, 1973, the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Dean O'Bryan avatar

    The Lyin' King Series

    Contributed by Dean O'bryan on Jul 23, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,146 views

    3rd in a series on King Saul, "Portrait of a Politician" -- looking at Saul’s failed leadership.

    Trinity Baptist Church July 13, 2008 Portrait of a Politician The Lyin’ King 1 Samuel 15:1-34 Norman Schwarzkopf called leadership a potent combination of strategy and character. But, then he said -- if you have to be without one, be without strategy. It would seem that far too many ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • J.D. Tutell avatar

    Call Him Wonderful Counselor Series

    Contributed by J.d. Tutell on Dec 6, 2010
    based on 7 ratings
     | 7,786 views

    The introductory sermon to a series on the titles of Jesus from Isaiah 9:6.

    The Psychiatrist's 23rd Psalm The Lord is my external-internal integrative mechanism; I shall not be deprived of gratification for my viscerogenic hungers or my need-dispositions. He motivates me to orient myself toward a non-social object with affective significance. He positions me in a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • David Owens avatar

    Should Your Hang-Ups Limit My Freedom? Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Jun 24, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,556 views

    In 1 Corinthians 8, Paul teaches us how to keep from causing others to stumble by limiting the use of our freedoms and rights.

    Introduction: A. All my life I’ve been told how dangerous tripping is. 1. As a child my parents taught me to never trip my sisters and brothers. 2. It was certainly a lesson I had to be taught, because I had a fun-loving, devious side. 3. All organized sports have rules against tripping ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ