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  • Matthew Kratz avatar

    1 Secret Series

    Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Feb 5, 2013
     | 6,210 views

    We can find the “1 Secret” to contentment for:1) A Contented Person Is Satisfied with Little (Phil. 4:11), 2) A Contented Person Is Independent from Circumstances (Phil. 4:12) and, 3) A Contented Person Is Strengthened by Divine Power (Phil. 4:13)

    Philippians 4:11-13. [11] Not that I am speaking of being in need, for I have learned in whatever situation I am to be content. [12] I know how to be brought low, and I know how to abound. In any and every circumstance, I have learned the secret of facing plenty and hunger, abundance and need. [13] ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    Putting Away Sin Series

    Contributed by Rickey Bennett on Aug 18, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 13,203 views

    We put away sin by fixing our thoughts on Christ.

    INTRODUCTION Please turn in your Bibles to Colossians 3:11 as we continue our way through this letter. The question we’ll address today is how do we make progress in godliness? Growing in godliness involves two things: putting away sin and putting on righteousness; not doing the things God ...read more

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    Rejoice In The Lord Series

    Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Dec 10, 2011
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     | 9,917 views

    1) Let the Earth by Joyful (Psalm 97:1–6). 2) Let the People be Joyful (Psalm 97:7–9). 3) Let the Righteous be Joyful (Psalm 97:10–12).

    Santa Claus and his company are no longer at the North Pole! There’s something of an all-points bulletin - or whatever is the polar equivalent - out on the famous Claus household. The whole batch of them, consisting of the familiar Santa, his wife (first name unknown) Mrs. Claus, and the band of ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    Mystery Babylon, The Lincoln Affair Series

    Contributed by Bob Faulkner on Jul 21, 2015
     | 3,359 views

    The facts are documentable. There really is a connection between Rome and the events surrounding the Civil War, including Lincoln's untimely death. Step back and look at history through Biblical eyes, and your view changes considerably...

    FORTY-EIGHT: THE LINCOLN AFFAIR So we are now in a time when bloodshed, which is newsworthy and can be reported to generations following, begins to give way to influence, which tends to go unnoticed except by the most observant. As we walk through these years, we walk slowly and deliberately, ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    How To Be A Wise Guy (Or Gal) Series

    Contributed by Brian Bill on Jan 5, 2019
     | 11,971 views

    To be wise in God’s eyes, let’s revere and draw near in the new year.

    How to Be a Wise Guy Proverbs 1:1-7 Rev. Brian Bill January 5-6, 2019 The weekend between Christmas and the New Year is often difficult for churches to navigate. One church I know cancels services the last weekend of the year and instead encourages its members to have “Church in My Jammies” ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Turning Religious Reluctance-10

    Contributed by Byron Sherman on Jan 15, 2019
     | 2,010 views

    10 of ? Jesus bore witness of His Messianic identity to a reluctant but religious woman. God’s people bear witness of Jesus’ identity to reluctant religious people. What does it take to turn that religious reluctancy around? Turning religious reluctance to God requires...

    TURNING RELIGIOUS RELUCTANCE-X—John 4:1-26+(:1-42) Turning the Religious Lost Attention: In 1975, A 790ft. container ship was built by the Sun Shipbuilding & Drydock Co. of Chester Pennsylvania. The ship was named ‘Puerto Rico’ as its major ports of call were in Puerto Rico. In 1991 the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Inaugural Address

    Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Jan 7, 2017
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     | 14,971 views

    Jesus' Inaugural Address, in explaining who He is and what He came to do can be seen through: 1) The Area (Luke 4:14–15), and 2) The Announcement (Luke 4:16–21).

    Many around the world are waiting for the inaugural address of the new incoming US president Donald Trump, this month. The "inaugural address" itself is a speech given during this ceremony which informs the people of the intentions as a leader. The opening remarks are significant, for this is the ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    Fetching The Ark

    Contributed by Richard Tow on Jun 6, 2018
     | 8,413 views

    In Eli's day, Israel was in a low spiritual state. When they lost a battle with the Philistines, Instead of repenting and reentering the battle with God's favor, they used the Ark of the Covenant as a magical box to defeat their enemy. Didn't work!!!

    Richard Tow 4.21.18 Background: Our story this morning begins with two children who grew up in a pastor’s home. These boys were born into a long line of preachers. They grew up hearing about the Lord every day of their lives. In fact, when they were grown they too went into full-time ministry. The ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    Role And Responsibility Of The Wife Series

    Contributed by David Welch on Jul 22, 2018
     | 3,726 views

    Message 23 in our study of Colossians exploring the role and responsibility of wives.

    Chico Alliance Church “The Role & Responsibility of the Wife” Introduction The condition of our relationships with others reveals a great deal concerning the level of spiritual maturity and relationship with God. Scripture invites us to check the people gage quite often. All sin has its roots ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

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    The Superiority Of The Cross Series

    Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Mar 17, 2017
    based on 2 ratings
     | 12,728 views

    Only those who accept the cross of Christ as the payment for their sins will receive eternal salvation.

    The Superiority Of The Cross Text: Heb. 9:11-28 Introduction 1. "In the Cross is salvation; in the Cross is life; in the Cross is protection against our enemies; in the Cross is infusion of heavenly sweetness; in the Cross is strength of mind; in the Cross is joy of spirit; in the Cross is ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Lesson 27 - The Believer’s Present Relation To Satan: Spiritual Warfare Series

    Contributed by John Lowe on Sep 7, 2018
     | 6,757 views

    The closing portion of Paul’s letter contains his account of this conflict of the Christian with the forces of evil.

    Commentary on the Book of Ephesians By: Tom Lowe Date: 2/11/18 Lesson 27: The Believer’s Present Relation to Satan: Spiritual Warfare (Ephesians 6:10-20) 10 Finally, my brethren, be strong in the Lord, and in the power of his might. 11 Put on the whole armour of God, that ye may be able to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Byron Sherman avatar

    Abandoned At Birth-4 Series

    Contributed by Byron Sherman on Oct 18, 2016
     | 2,941 views

    4 of ? Jesus’ encounter with Nicodemus yielded the essentials of being born again/from above. Being born again is essential to God’s plan. But what does it take to be born from above? Those born from above, Abandon...

    ABANDONED At BIRTH-IV—John 3:1-21 Concessions For New Birth Attention: The internet company ‘LetGo.com.’ Their TV commercials visit the absurdity of holding on to useless things. One of them opens in the busy streets of New York City(?), & focuses on two girls on a scooter, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • John Lowe avatar

    Jesus Warns About Further Defections Series

    Contributed by John Lowe on Jun 24, 2019
     | 2,525 views

    As soon as Judas left, Jesus began to speak with the disciples more freely and intimately. The tension was gone, which Satan and Judas had produced. Also, the long tension building up toward His death [2]( Luke 12:50) would soon be over.

    Tom Lowe Date: Thursday of Jesus’ Final Week Location: Upper Room (Jerusalem) Title: Jesus Warns About Further Defections Fulfilled Prophesy: Awake, O sword, against my shepherd, and against the man that is my fellow, saith the LORD of hosts: smite the shepherd, and the sheep shall be scattered: ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Richard Tow avatar

    The Mindset That Ultimately Wins Series

    Contributed by Richard Tow on Jul 6, 2020
    based on 2 ratings
     | 6,393 views

    Expounding Phil. 2:5-11 message examines deity, incarnation, crucifixion, and exaltation of Christ, His mindset/attitude is presented as an example of unselfishness and servanthood. His exaltation is celebrated.

    There is a lot going on in the world around us. With the election just around the corner groups are posturing and contending for political power. Some are legitimately expressing reasons for their position on issues. Others are rioting in the streets. There are so many lies in the media that it’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    The Power Of Earnest Prayer Series

    Contributed by Brian Bill on Nov 7, 2020
    based on 2 ratings
     | 16,516 views

    God often does the unexpected when we’re earnest in prayer.

    A week ago, I listened to the Voice of the Martyr’s podcast called VOM Radio and learned about Petr Jasek, a believer from the Czech Republic, who was imprisoned in Sudan for 14 months. He served as the Africa Regional Director for Voice of the Martyrs and traveled to Sudan on their behalf. BTW, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist