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  • Ron Ferguson avatar

    The Songs Of Ascent – Part 2 – Psalm 120 – Trouble And Persecution Series

    Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Jan 27, 2023
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    The first Psalm of Ascent looks at trouble and what to do with lying lips and a deceitful tongue. We have difficulties and persecution but God is the Mighty Rock and our refuge. We dwell in an evil world but God is in control!

    THE SONGS OF ASCENT – PART 2 – PSALM 120 – TROUBLE AND PERSECUTION (A). O, THE GRIEF OF THE TROUBLED SOUL {{Psalm 120:1 “In my trouble I cried to the LORD and He answered me.”}} The Introduction for these Psalms has been done in Part 1, and today we commence with Psalm 120, obviously the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Faith Over Fear Series

    Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Jun 5, 2021
     | 7,169 views

    1) Faith does not succumb to Fear (1 Peter 3:13-14), 2) Faith has a Foundation (1 Peter 3:15) and 3) Faith has a Freedom (1 Peter 3:16-17).

    1 Peter 3:13-17. 13 Now who is there to harm you if you are zealous for what is good? 14 But even if you should suffer for righteousness' sake, you will be blessed. Have no fear of them, nor be troubled, 15 but in your hearts honor Christ the Lord as holy, always being prepared to make a ...read more

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    In The Midst Of Suffering Series

    Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Feb 11, 2018
     | 8,488 views

    When suffering for righteousness sake, Christ promises to be with us “In the Midst of Suffering”.

    Charles Spurgeon once said that true love is measured by the degree to which the one loving is willing to subject (themselves) to crosses and losses, to suffering and self-denials. With love comes responsibility, and that responsibility is grounded in truth. What disturbs and disillusions those on ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    1 John 3:1-10 Series

    Contributed by Zak Saenz on Mar 14, 2025
     | 1,190 views

    1 John 3:1-10

    1 John 3:1-10 See what kind of love the Father has given to us, that we should be called children of God; and so we are. The reason why the world does not know us is that it did not know him. The world does not know those who believe in God and who believe in Jesus. They don't understand why ...read more

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    Denomination: Bible Church

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    Mission Opposition Series

    Contributed by Troy Walliser on Nov 5, 2020
     | 6,274 views

    As we SURRENDER our will to the Spirit of God, He will EMBOLDEN us to faithful testimony for Christ, even in the face of opposition.

    Mission Opposition Acts 4:1-22 As we continue our study this morning through the book of Acts we have seen the fledgling congregation in Jerusalem experience tremendous gains. The Holy Spirit descended upon them in power on Pentecost Sunday which resulted in the mighty wonders of God being ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Under Arrest Series

    Contributed by Byron Harvey on Mar 30, 2009
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     | 7,320 views

    Paul goes to Jerusalem and is arrested; is he doing the will of God?

    “Under Arrest” Acts 21:17-36 July 13, 2008 Could Paul have been wrong? Certainly, as I’ve repeated, he was a man, a man of flesh-and-blood, and he was not above sin! There are two points in today’s passage at which different commentators believe that Paul made an error. There ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    Having Faith When Times Are Hard

    Contributed by Jerry Cosper on May 28, 2024
     | 2,024 views

    So now that each of us has examined our spiritual faith, what do we do with it? What part does it play in our lives?

    Off and on in the past couple of months, we have been talking about faith and how it plays a part, a vital part in our spiritual lives. So now that each of us has examined our spiritual faith, what do we do with it? What part does it play in our lives? Over the next 6 weeks or so I want to take ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Purpose Of The Daily Grind Series

    Contributed by Hugh W. Davidson on Nov 12, 2020
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     | 5,603 views

    Sometimes life doesn't make sense but God has a reason and purpose for everything.

    The purpose of the daily grind Romans 5:1-5 “Therefore, having been justified by faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ, 2 through whom also we have access by faith into this grace in which we stand, and rejoice in hope of the glory of God. 3 And ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Jesus Before All Else

    Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Jul 1, 2025
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     | 943 views

    To be a true disciple of Christ, to be assured of eternal life, we must never be ashamed to confess His holy name. We must also be willing to follow Him always, forsaking our own desires and even our family and friends.

    I have entitled our message, “Jesus Before All Else.” Author Mike Mazzalongo wrote a book entitled Jesus Above All Else. He says that Jesus told His followers, “in no uncertain terms, that in order to be His disciple they must place Him above all else.” He explains that “above all else” means ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    An Outline Of Acts 14

    Contributed by Jonathan Spurlock on Sep 2, 2022
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    Acts 14 contains a record of where Paul and Barnabas ministered after they left Cyprus. They worked in Asia Minor, encountering success but also persecution. But no matter what, they never gave up.

    Introduction: Acts 14 records several events during the first missionary journey of Paul and Barnabas. Some of these events are almost hard to believe but they happened! Once they reached a stopping point, they retraced their steps and returned to Antioch of Syria, reporting all that the Lord had ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Stephen’s Faith And Forgiveness Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Oct 28, 2025
     | 370 views

    Stephen’s life teaches believers how to maintain faith and forgiveness even in the face of hatred, persecution, and death.

    STEPHEN’S FAITH AND FORGIVENESS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Acts 7:54-60 Key Verse: “And he kneeled down, and cried with a loud voice, Lord, lay not this sin to their charge. And when he had said this, he fell asleep.” (Acts 7:60) Supporting Texts: Matthew 5:44; Luke 23:34; Romans ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Sticks And Stones Series

    Contributed by Ricky Tuttle Thd on Nov 28, 2025
     | 442 views

    A rhyme from my childhood: “Sticks and stones my break my bones but words can never hurt me.” I wish that were true because so many today are living in a life of distress because of words.

    “Sticks And Stones” Acts 14:19-23 A rhyme from my childhood: “Sticks and stones my break my bones but words can never hurt me.” I wish that were true because, so many today are living in a life of distress because of words. In our walk with Paul and Barnabas we see this rhyme in reality. Not ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    They Laid Hands On Them

    Contributed by Charles R. Peck on Dec 9, 2013
     | 1,914 views

    The early church in conflict with the elders of the city.

    And They Laid Hands on Them Acts 4:4 It was just a short time after the church was birthed that the apostles began to understand what Jesus had said concerning the Kingdom of Heaven. He had told His disciples, “If the world hates you, ye know that it hated me before it hated you.” In ...read more

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    Idols? Series

    Contributed by Paul Clemente on Feb 14, 2011
     | 7,556 views

    An idol is anything we place above Jesus Christ; so, let us constantly evaluate our calendars and our checkbooks.

    What is the main point of the 2nd Commandment?? We find God’s 10 Commandments in Exodus 20 and Deutoronomy 5. The 2nd Commandment states, You shall not make for yourself an idol in the form of anything in heaven above or on the earth beneath or in the waters below. You shall not bow down to them ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    The Seven Churches Of Revelation, Lesson 1 Series

    Contributed by Barry O Johnson on Feb 5, 2024
     | 1,659 views

    This Bible study examines the seven churches in Revelation 2 and 3 and what the Church can learn from them today.

    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