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  • Christopher Benfield avatar

    Having Done All, Stand Series

    Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Oct 29, 2020
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    Not unlike other churches within the first century, Thessalonica faced much adversity and opposition. They were relentlessly attacked for their faith in Christ. However, Paul encouraged them to remain steadfast in the faith, standing firmly for the Lord.

    Having Done All, Stand 1 Thessalonians 2: 14-16 It has been a few weeks since we began to study this powerful letter to the Thessalonian church. Our last encounter revealed Paul encouraging the church to be an imitator of Christ rather than a pretender of the faith. He exhorted them to a life ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Bobby Stults avatar

    Paul Teaches On Gender Identity In Worship Series

    Contributed by Bobby Stults on Aug 18, 2014
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    Paul taught that blurring the gender identity lines in worship leads to mixed messages and a mixed witness to the world around us...

    Sermon Brief Date Written: August 16, 2014 Date Preached: August 17, 2014 Where Preached: OPBC (AM) Sermon Details: Series Title: A Series in 1 Corinthians Sermon Title: Paul’s Emphasis on Gender & Christian Worship Sermon Text: 1 Corinthians 11:2-16 [ESV] – read now DIM ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Truth Is...

    Contributed by Mark Opperman on May 29, 2013
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    The Thessalonians needed to know how God really felt about them, so God spoke some “Truth is” statements through Paul. We can look at these statements and realize that God feels the same way about us!

    Lovers of Truth 2 Thessalonians 2:13-17 13 But we ought always to thank God for you, brothers loved by the Lord, because from the beginning God chose you to be saved through the sanctifying work of the Spirit and through belief in the truth. 14 He called you to this through our gospel, that you ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Shawn Drake avatar

    Resources Of A Model Church Series

    Contributed by Shawn Drake on Aug 10, 2019
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     | 3,906 views

    This is the 4th sermon in the 1 Thessalonians series, "Encouragement". What does the Model Church look like?

    Series: Encouragement [#4] RESOURCES OF A MODEL CHURCH 1 Thessalonians 2:13-20 Introduction: It was not easy to be a Christian in Thessalonica where people suffered persecution. Yet, in the midst of this suffering; the Thessalonian Christians experienced joy. Churches do experience “growing ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • David Owens avatar

    The Cure For Conflict (Pt. 3) Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Mar 9, 2020
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    In Romans 15:1-13, Paul encourages all of us to follow the example of our Lord in putting the good of others before our own interest, and he encourages us to seek a unity that will enable us to effectively praise God with one heart and one voice.

    A. The story is told of a little boy who got into an argument with two boys twice his size. 1. The little boy drew a line in the sand and dared the two boys to cross it. 2. The two bigger boys accepted the challenge and crossed over the line. 3. Immediately, the little boy’s face lit up with a ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • John Lowe avatar

    Lesson 10 Make Paul's Joy Complete By Being Like-Minded, Having The Series

    Contributed by John Lowe on Jul 25, 2018
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    Even Paul’s “ideal” congregation contained “difficult” people. Paul was facing his problems with people at Rome (Philippians 1:15-18) as well as with people in Philippi, and it was the latter who concerned him the most.

    Date: 7/6/18 Lesson #10 Title: Make Paul's Joy Complete by Being Like-Minded, Having the Same Love Scripture: (Philippians 2:1-2, NIV) 1 Therefore if you have any encouragement from being united with Christ, if any comfort from his love, if any common sharing in the Spirit, if any tenderness and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Section (2) Thessalonians The Model Church Chapter 1 Series

    Contributed by Luther Sexton on Sep 17, 2018
     | 4,906 views

    Paul speaks of his love to come, but must send Timothy instead.

    I THESSALONIANS CHAPTER 1 THE MODEL CHURCH I. INTRODUCTION It is obvious from the nature of the writing that the apostle Paul had very deep feelings for the individuals with whom he had shared the gospel. He was concerned with their spiritual welfare. This great pastor of churches held them ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Demonstrated By Paul’s First Post-Conversion Visit To Jerusalem Series

    Contributed by John Lowe on Mar 31, 2018
     | 4,964 views

    The church at Jerusalem did not immediately admit Paul to their fellowship, because they were afraid of him and thought he was not a disciple, until Barnabas took him to Peter and James, and related his conversion and his boldness in preaching the Gospel

    September 1, 2013 The Epistle of Paul the Apostle to the Galatians Tom Lowe Chapter II.B.2 Demonstrated by Paul’s First Post-Conversion Visit to Jerusalem (1:18-24) Galatians 1.18-24 (KJV) 18Then after three years I went up to Jerusalem to see Peter, and abode with him fifteen days. 19But ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • T.J. Conwell avatar

    Paul’s Trust Despite Facing Life’s Trials Series

    Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Nov 18, 2024
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    Each of us has a story – a testimony – a powerful truth of God’s abilities, and the fact that it is personal to YOU ought to empower you to share it! What is keeping us from telling others who He is in our lives?

    To the Ends of the Earth, Part 41 Paul’s trust despite facing life’s trials Acts 28:1-15 Introduction - Welcome to Seasons Church & 2024 sermon series, “To the Ends of the Earth” -- Last week we completed a two-part message focused on: • A picture of man’s way vs. God’s way of ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Paul’s Missionary Journey’s Still Instructs The Church Series

    Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Jun 30, 2024
     | 872 views

    The Church must be focused on Christ, even when times are tough, will we? Will we make disciples, will we focus on Jesus, will we share His salvation?

    To the Ends of the Earth, Part 24 Paul’s Missionary Journey’s still instructs the Church (“Lessons from the road!”) Acts 16:1-40 Introduction - Welcome to Seasons Church & 2024 sermon series, “To the Ends of the Earth” -- In 2023 we unpacked the beginning of all history ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Barnabas - An Encouraging Leader - Problems And Solutions

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Aug 15, 2001
    based on 47 ratings
     | 6,197 views

    Barnabas - An Encouraging Leader - Problems and Solutions

    Barnabas - An Encouraging Leader - Problems and Solutions The encouraging leader needs a stable organization with which he can do his best in keeping people harmoniously relating to one another. He fears any feelings of disunity in his congregation since it might indicate conflict. which he ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Paul Fritz avatar

    Finding Encouragement Through Discouraging Times

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Sep 12, 2004
    based on 57 ratings
     | 2,892 views

    When you’re depressed, remember to take advantage of the spiritual antidepressants in the words of Jesus. Find your joy, hope, and friendship in the Lord Jesus and speak against the sadness that seeks to steal your joy.

    Finding Encouragement Through Discouraging Times (John 15:11-15:13)"These things I have spoken to you so my joy may be in you." Illustration: David strengthened himself in the Lord his God. --1 Samuel 30:6 Talking to oneself is something many people ridicule in others and vow they’ll never do ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Ron Freeman, Evangelist avatar

    Paul's Farewell To Ephesus Series

    Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Nov 16, 2015
    based on 34 ratings
     | 19,132 views

    To establish that Paul’s farewell was one of kindness and deep concern for the church leaders at Ephesus, and all ministers and elders should aspire to foster this same spirit in their work of Christ everywhere.

    INTRODUCTION Outline. 1. Paul’s Commitment To Ephesus 2. Paul’s Commission to Ephesus 3. Paul’s Character in Ephesus Introductory Remarks. 1. This lesson outlines Paul’s farewell address to the Ephesian church elders who came in haste to see him before his journey to Jerusalem. These elders had ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    2nd Thessalonians Chapter 1 (This Is A Detailed Study Verse By Verse Of Chapter 1. You Will Need To Analyze, Synthesize, And Then Summarize To Fit Your Need.) Series

    Contributed by Luther Sexton on Sep 4, 2023
     | 1,499 views

    Paul, Timothy, and Silvanus encourage the Thessalonians to continue in their faith knowing that God will have vengeance on their persecutors.

    2nd THESSALONIANS - Chapter 1 2nd Thess 1:1 “Paul, and Silvanus [Silas], and Timotheus, unto the church of the Thessalonians in God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ:” (KJV) 1:1 Paul, Silvanus (Silas), and Timothy, To the church of the Thessalonians in God our Father and the Lord Jesus ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Stephen Funderburk avatar

    Passion Restored

    Contributed by Stephen Funderburk on Dec 10, 2006
    based on 59 ratings
     | 10,022 views

    Paul’s encouragement to Timothy

    Intro: 2 Timothy the first chapter is a great chapter to read if you need your passion restored. To understand this book, you must realize the time in which it was written. Christianity was booming for a while and churches were being established everywhere. Revival had swept the nations and ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God