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  • Andy Payne avatar

    True Christianity: Three Distortions In Christianity

    Contributed by Andy Payne on Apr 19, 2009
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     | 7,686 views

    There are forces at work undermining the Christian faith. Paul suggests that the forces seemingly come from within our Christian faith.

    Body of Lies Director: Ridley Scott Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio and Russell Crowe Plot: A CIA operative, Roger Ferris, uncovers a lead on a major terrorist leader suspected to be operating out of Jordan. When Ferris devises a plan to infiltrate his network, he must first win the backing of cunning ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    "Must" In Serving The Lord!

    Contributed by Joel Santos on Oct 18, 2004
    based on 46 ratings
     | 5,300 views

    There are four requirements a Christian should know before serving the Lord!

    We MUST serve Christ! Introduction: A. Paul’s background. l. Education-Studied under Gamaliel.(Acts 22:3, 26:4-5) 2. Position-Pharisee of Pharisees, devoted Jew. (Gal. 1:4, Phil. 3:5) 3. Name "Saul" (Acts 13:9) 4. He was a Roman Citizen (Acts 22:28) 5. Birth place - Tarsus, busy Roman-Greek ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Beat Up Church Series

    Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Aug 8, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,698 views

    The Church at Smyrna is a church which received no criticism from the Lord but much abuse from both the culture and the "congregation" (those who ’say’ they are Jews)

    The Unveiling The “Beat Up” or “Bloodied” Church Revelation 2:8-11 * From my observation we live in an increasingly violent culture. Hardly a day passes when we don’t hear of someone being killed or attacked. An honest look at our entertainment would indicate that America has bought into ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Marks Of Maturity

    Contributed by Nigel Heath on Mar 4, 2016
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    Only when we can say, 'For me to live is Christ' can we truly say, 'to die is gain'. Spiritual maturity is the outcome of a life truly surrendered to Jesus Christ as Lord.

    INTRO Away back in the 1980’s when I began ministry at Abbeyhill Baptist Church a fellow Minister in the City was faced with a problem. A homeless person had turned up at church and the church did not know what to do with him. Rather than doing nothing this colleague who was the Pastor of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Christians And Wisdom Series

    Contributed by John Lowe on Jun 10, 2018
     | 9,384 views

    There were among the Gentiles wise philosophers who considered the Gospel foolishness; and although the apostle, with tongue in cheek, had called the Gospel ministry the foolishness of preaching, and the foolishness of God, and even though he had . . .

    September 1, 2012 Lessons on First Corinthians By: Tom Lowe Lesson 2.5: Christians and Wisdom Scripture: 1 Corinthians 2.6-2.16 1 Cor 2.6-16 (KJV) 6 Howbeit we speak wisdom among them that are perfect: yet not the wisdom of this world, nor of the princes of this world, that come to nought: ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Burn Your Bridges

    Contributed by Barry O Johnson on Sep 25, 2024
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    There are things that, as Christians, we must burn in our lives. This message looks at people who burned bridges for their faith.

    Good morning to the Lord’s beloved! Many people don’t know this, but Julius Caesar was once a rebellious Roman. He first became a champion of the people by leading the Roman military towards the conquest of great foreign lands. He advocated for reforms of an aging Senate and, fearing his uprising, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    How Should The People Of God Build?

    Contributed by Paul Robinson on Jan 7, 2023
     | 1,731 views

    There are times in the Christian life when the enemy will assault us. How should we respond? How can we build our lives, our families, when we are under attack? We can learn from Nehemiah.

    In Arnold Dallimore’s short biography of Spurgeon, he has one chapter entitled, “Daily Life in the Great Church,” which includes the following: “The Metropolitan Tabernacle was not, as some have assumed, merely a highly populated preaching center. . . Apart from the sick and infirm, there were very ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    When He Shall Come Lesson 4 Series

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jul 31, 2025
     | 253 views

    Signs of Lord's return in nature, society, and Christian opposition.

    A. WHAT ARE SOME SIGNS OF THE LORD’S RETURN? 1. Signs in nature, i.e., “There shall be famines, and pestilences, and earthquakes” (Matthew 24:7). 2. Signs in society. Lawlessness, violence, sexual immorality, greed, selfish pursuit, pleasure seekers, rebellion, despair (2 Timothy ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Even The Angels Will Serve Series

    Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Sep 25, 2020
     | 2,531 views

    Today we are at the beginning of what could be a terrible time in the history of the Catholic Church and all the communities who call themselves Christian.

    Tuesday of 26th Week in Course 2020 Michael, Gabriel and the Archangels Today is a special day for me and my family. My birth name was Michael, and the day reminds me to thank, in spirit, the woman who bore me and gave me to my adoptive parents, who taught me the faith and gave me a loving ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

  • K. Edward Skidmore avatar

    Sheep And Wolves...snakes And Doves...sparrows Series

    Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on Mar 30, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 12,625 views

    This message from Matthew 10 deals with Jesus sending out his men to preach and perform miracles. Jesus shared his power and mission with his men. The message focuses on five animal analogies Jesus used in instructing his men for ministry.

    Sheep & Wolves …Snakes & Doves … Sparrows Matthew 10:1 CHCC: February 6, 2011 INTRODUCTION: In this series on the Power of Jesus, we’ve seen some amazing miracles that prove His power over disease, demons, and even over the forces of nature. This week, we’ll see ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Kevin L. Jones avatar

    A Word Of Comfort For The People Of God Series

    Contributed by Kevin L. Jones on Sep 14, 2019
    based on 1 rating
     | 10,832 views

    A sermon examining the comfort that is available to those who are "in Christ".

    A WORD OF COMFORT FOR THE PEOPLE OF GOD II Thessalonians 1:5-10 Do you realize that the Bible actually promises that those who follow Christ will endure suffering and persecution? Paul told Timothy that "all that will live godly in Christ Jesus shall suffer persecution."(2 Timothy ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Kevin L. Jones avatar

    Reflecting The Majesty Of The Savior

    Contributed by Kevin L. Jones on Mar 25, 2023
    based on 2 ratings
     | 5,661 views

    A sermon examining the importance of continuously becoming more like Jesus.

    REFLECTING THE MAJESTY OF THE SAVIOR ACTS 7:51-60 (Antioch Baptist Church: Wednesday February 18th, 2026) The Gospels tell the wonderful story of how Jesus Christ left Heaven and came to earth to redeem fallen man. The story begins with the promise of His virgin birth and reveals how this ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Finding The Faith Of Our Heroes - Part 9: Never Give Up On God! Series

    Contributed by Rick Crandall on Oct 21, 2023
     | 2,644 views

    Never give up on God because... 1. He can break giant barriers down (vs. 30). 2. He can turn sinners into saints (vs. 31). 3. He can turn us into godly heroes (vs. 32-35a). 4. He gives us strength when we suffer (vs. 35b-38). 5. He promises us a perfect ending (vs. 39-40).

    Finding the Faith of Our Heroes Part 9: Never Give Up on God! Hebrews 11:30-40; Joshua 2:1-13; Joshua 5:13-15; Joshua 6:1-5 Sermon by Rick Crandall (Prepared October 21, 2023) BACKGROUND: *We have been going through Hebrews 11 to study the faith of our Old Testament heroes. And through them all, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Life's Two Choices Series

    Contributed by David Scudder on Nov 22, 2009
     | 4,229 views

    The Bible is clear that there are only two choices when we are confronted with the one true God. Sadly, those choices have been muddied by modern American Christianity. For example, does God hate? For the last 80 years or so the theme of much of the pr

    Purpose: To describe the glorious reign of Christ. Aim: I want the listener to understand the consequences of following or not following Christ. REVIEW: 1:1-20 I. John’s Vision of the Past "the things which you have seen" 2:1-5:14 II. Christ’s Vision of the Present "the things which ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Christian Hospitality

    Contributed by Jerry Flury on Aug 3, 2006
    based on 21 ratings
     | 20,055 views

    The most valuable earthly possession a person can have is a warm, supportive friendship. True friendships are developed within the church community through hospitality. What is Christian Hospitality, what is its basis, and how is it demonstrated?

    CHRISTIAN HOSPITALITY ROMANS 12:9-21 Introduction: The most valuable earthly possession a person can have is a warm, supportive friendship. People without relationships are miserable people. Recently, I spoke on the fact that everyone needs a friend. True friendships are developed within the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist