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  • Tim Patrick avatar

    After The River Series

    Contributed by Tim Patrick on May 31, 2005
    based on 67 ratings
     | 8,653 views

    What do you do after taking steps to obey God?

    After The River Joshua 4 In Joshua 3 we read the story of the crossing of the Jordan River by the Israelite people. After that crossing they were in the promised land. The promised land represented the gifts that God wishes to give his children. God wants to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Naveen Balakrishnan avatar

    Racing To Be Like Jesus

    Contributed by Naveen Balakrishnan on May 31, 2005
    based on 16 ratings
     | 3,056 views

    We are commanded to follow in the footsteps of the LORD Jesus and that the Christian life is similar to a race which we are running.

    “RACING TO BE LIKE JESUS” 1 CORINTHIANS 9:24-27 1. The Motive of the Race is to win the PRIZE which is to be like Jesus. (v. 24) Galatians 2:2; 5:7; Philippians 2:16; 3:14; 2 Timothy 4:7-8; Hebrews 12:2; James 1:12; Psalm 19:5; Ecclesiastes 9:11; Jeremiah 12:5; John 6:27; Acts 20:24; 1 ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    "The Christian's Labor” – 1 Of 6 Series

    Contributed by Naveen Balakrishnan on May 31, 2005
    based on 14 ratings
     | 4,870 views

    This is the first part (triplet of exhortation) of a six part series on the Christian’s Labor from 1 Thessalonians 5:12-24.

    “THE CHRISTIAN’S LABOR” – 1 OF 6 1 THESSALONIANS 5:12-13 1. The COMING Day of the LORD. (5:1-3) 2. The CHILDREN of the Light. (5:4-8) 3. A COMFORTING Legacy. (5:9-11) 4. The CHRISTIAN’S Labor. (5:12-24) I. First Triplet of EXHORTATION. (vv. 12-13) a. Know the ones that labor among you and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Naveen Balakrishnan avatar

    The Christian's Labor - 2 Of 6 Series

    Contributed by Naveen Balakrishnan on May 31, 2005
    based on 10 ratings
     | 3,647 views

    This is the second part (triplet of exhortation) of a six part series on the Christian’s Labor from 1 Thessalonians 5:12-24.

    “THE CHRISTIAN’S LABOR” – 2 OF 6 1 THESSALONIANS 5:14 1. The COMING Day of the LORD. (5:1-3) 2. The CHILDREN of the Light. (5:4-8) 3. A COMFORTING Legacy. (5:9-11) 4. The CHRISTIAN’S Labor. (5:12-24) I. FIRST Triplet of Exhortation. (vv. 12-13) II. SECOND Triplet of Exhortation. (v. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Naveen Balakrishnan avatar

    The Christian's Labor - 3 Of 6 Series

    Contributed by Naveen Balakrishnan on May 31, 2005
    based on 7 ratings
     | 3,933 views

    This is the third part (triplet of exhortation) of a six part series on the Christian’s Labor from 1 Thessalonians 5:12-24.

    “THE CHRISTIAN’S LABOR” – 3 OF 6 1 THESSALONIANS 5:15 1. The COMING Day of the LORD. (5:1-3) 2. The CHILDREN of the Light. (5:4-8) 3. A COMFORTING Legacy. (5:9-11) 4. The CHRISTIAN’S Labor. (5:12-24) I. FIRST Triplet of Exhortation. (vv. 12-13) II. SECOND Triplet of Exhortation. (v. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Eric Smith avatar

    If Satan Could Change History

    Contributed by Eric Smith on Jun 1, 2005
    based on 54 ratings
     | 6,250 views

    Eye opener to if satan had the opportunity to change history, what would some of the things be that he would tamper with?

    If Satan Could Change History Rev. Eric D. Smith Acts 2:1-4 1 And when the day of Pentecost was fully come, they were all with one accord in one place. 2 And suddenly there came a sound from heaven as of a rushing mighty wind, and it filled all the house where they were sitting. 3 And there ...read more

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    Denomination: Apostolic

  • Naveen Balakrishnan avatar

    The Christian's Labor - 4 Of 6 Series

    Contributed by Naveen Balakrishnan on Jun 1, 2005
    based on 7 ratings
     | 3,315 views

    This is the fourth part (triplet of exhortation) of a six part series on the Christian’s Labor from 1 Thessalonians 5:12-24.

    “THE CHRISTIAN’S LABOR” – 4 OF 6 1 THESSALONIANS 5:16-18 1. The COMING Day of the LORD. (5:1-3) 2. The CHILDREN of the Light. (5:4-8) 3. A COMFORTING Legacy. (5:9-11) 4. The CHRISTIAN’S Labor. (5:12-24) I. FIRST Triplet of Exhortation. (vv. 12-13) II. SECOND Triplet of Exhortation. (v. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Christian's Labor - 5 Of 6 Series

    Contributed by Naveen Balakrishnan on Jun 1, 2005
    based on 10 ratings
     | 3,562 views

    This is the fifth part (triplet of exhortation) of a six part series on the Christian’s Labor from 1 Thessalonians 5:12-24.

    “THE CHRISTIAN’S LABOR” – 5 OF 6 1 THESSALONIANS 5:19-21 1. The COMING Day of the LORD. (5:1-3) 2. The CHILDREN of the Light. (5:4-8) 3. A COMFORTING Legacy. (5:9-11) 4. The CHRISTIAN’S Labor. (5:12-24) I. FIRST Triplet of Exhortation. (vv. 12-13) II. SECOND Triplet of Exhortation. (v. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Christian's Labor - 6 Of 6 Series

    Contributed by Naveen Balakrishnan on Jun 1, 2005
    based on 9 ratings
     | 4,048 views

    This is the last part (triplet of exhortation) of a six part series on the Christian’s Labor from 1 Thessalonians 5:12-24.

    “THE CHRISTIAN’S LABOR” – 6 OF 6 1 THESSALONIANS 5:22-24 1. The COMING Day of the LORD. (5:1-3) 2. The CHILDREN of the Light. (5:4-8) 3. A COMFORTING Legacy. (5:9-11) 4. The CHRISTIAN’S Labor. (5:12-24) I. FIRST Triplet of Exhortation. (vv. 12-13) II. SECOND Triplet of Exhortation. (v. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Naveen Balakrishnan avatar

    The Concluding Lesson Series

    Contributed by Naveen Balakrishnan on Jun 1, 2005
    based on 10 ratings
     | 3,633 views

    Paul concludes the epistle to the Thessalonians with four exhortations.

    “THE CONCLUDING LESSON” 1 THESSALONIANS 5:25-28 1. The COMING Day of the LORD. (5:1-3) 2. The CHILDREN of the Light. (5:4-8) 3. A COMFORTING Legacy. (5:9-11) 4. The CHRISTIAN’S Labor. (5:12-24) 5. The CONCLUDING Lesson. (5:25-28) a. RESOLVE to pray for us. (v. 25) Brethren, pray for us ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • David Rogers avatar

    Denying Jesus

    Contributed by David Rogers on Mar 8, 2005
    based on 21 ratings
     | 15,885 views

    A sermon on how we deny Christ when we don’t lean on him

    Denying Jesus Luke 22:54-62 Peter was “the Rock”. He was sure that he would never forsake Jesus. That when ever the going got tough he would be there. In fact he even told Jesus that he was ready to go with Him into prison and into death. How often do we do the same thing? We stand and say ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    "He Beheld The City..." By Dr. Winson Butler

    Contributed by Winson Butler on Mar 9, 2005
    based on 5 ratings
     | 1,591 views

    The best rose bush is not the one with the fewest thorns, but that which bears the finest roses. That best describes the Life of Jesus. Let’s examine it together!

    Introduction We are now a week away. In just a few more days Jesus will be hanging on a Cross. Right now, about this time of the week prior to His crucifixion, He’s in a small village about 2 miles east of Jerusalem. Meanwhile the rumor has already started in the city. Jesus was on the lips and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    "As An Eagle..." By Dr. Winson Butler

    Contributed by Winson Butler on Mar 9, 2005
    based on 16 ratings
     | 4,036 views

    In the presence of trouble, some people grow wings while others buy crutches. Let’s examine a simple way God illustrates His love and care for us all!

    Introduction Let’s face it, God’s love for us has been illustrated in a variety of (strange) ways! Take the lesson we learn from Deuteronomy. What a beautiful picture of how our God deals and directs the lives of His children. As a mother eagle goes about preparing her young so God is with you ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Let It Happen In Your Heart

    Contributed by Troy Borst on Mar 12, 2005
    based on 27 ratings
     | 5,602 views

    The outside of my life should match my heart. I think this is one of the lessons that we Christians miss most of all in our efforts to be like Jesus. Many times we can talk a good game or know the right places to be, but our heart is truly what God look

    LET IT HAPPEN IN YOUR HEART Colossians 3:15-17 INTRODUCTION The Apostle Paul tells us that when we put on the characteristics of Christ (mentioned in verses 12-14) that it should demonstrate itself in several ways. Paul says that these characteristics of Christ should not be just on the inside ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • David Richardson avatar

    The Way To The Lord

    Contributed by David Richardson on Mar 13, 2005
    based on 10 ratings
     | 3,264 views

    God does not desire to hide Himself from you. He desires the way to Him to be simple and easy to follow. God does not desire to hide His purpose for your life.

    The Way of the Lord Acts 18:1-27 Introduction: One of the fun things that kids like to do is to hide from their friends and their parents. They like to hide behind the curtains, or the couch, or the door. Sometimes they like to build those little tents, with a sheet and a couple of chairs so ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel