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  • Byron Sherman avatar

    No Mere Men-4--Sec. 1, Part 4 Series

    Contributed by Byron Sherman on Aug 19, 2014
     | 3,441 views

    4 of 10. Paul reveals the traits of unspiritual men. Unspiritual men are unable to exist in harmony. But Why? Because...No mere men can Overcome...

    NO MERE MEN-IV—1Corinthians 3:1-9 Paul reveals the traits of unspiritual men. Unspiritual men are unable to exist in harmony. Why are the unspiritual unable to live in harmony? Because...No mere men can Overcome... And as we discovered previously—No mere men can Overcome... 1. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Terrifying Jesus Series

    Contributed by D Marion Clark on Oct 29, 2012
     | 5,573 views

    It is those who know what it is to tremble before Jesus who are those who learn the real peace that he gives.

    Introduction Why do we like to be scared? Why are we fascinated with evil? I mean real evil. Our adventure movies today don’t simply feature good guys battling bad guys; they take on the forces of evil – demons, vampires, spiritual forces of wickedness. Moviemakers do their best, ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    The First Short-Term Missions Trip Series

    Contributed by D Marion Clark on Oct 29, 2012
     | 5,933 views

    Short-term missions is mostly a modern concept, probably because technology and modern transportation makes it easy to do. Even so, it was Jesus who started the practice with his twelve disciples.

    Introduction Our missions chairman has made it clear to anyone who gets in earshot of him that he thinks short-term mission trips is one great idea. He likes them because he thinks they are a great means to convert Christians into lifelong missionaries, whether they travel to another land or stay ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    A Satisfying Meal Series

    Contributed by D Marion Clark on Oct 29, 2012
     | 4,333 views

    Following Jesus is not easy. Sometimes what he expects of us seems too difficult; sometimes it just doesn’t seem to make sense. It is then that we need to obey.

    Introduction You have heard the term Christ-figure. It is a literary term for a character in a story who is like a savior or sacred figure. Those of you who have read John Steinbeck’s The Grapes of Wrath might remember Jim Casey, a fallen preacher who helps migrant workers. It is no ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Signs And Wonders #4: Jesus Is The Prince Of Peace

    Contributed by C Jordan on Nov 27, 2012
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     | 6,475 views

    Jesus never promised us a life without storms. However, He did promise to be our peace in the midst of those storms.

    SIGNS AND WONDERS #4: JESUS IS THE PRINCE OF PEACE INTRO TO TOPIC: In Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet, Juliet utters the well-known phrase: “What's in a name? That which we call a rose by any other name would smell as sweet.” Here Shakespeare implies that the names of things do ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    When Interruptions Come Knocking

    Contributed by Jeffrey Wildrick on Feb 28, 2015
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     | 16,425 views

    We all hate being interrupted. But many of the most important moments in Jesus' ministry were the result of interruptions, such as when a bleeding woman interrupted him on the way to heal Jarius daughter. We can learn from Jesus example.

    "When Interruptions Come Knocking” March 1, 2015 Luke 8:40-56 INTRO: Has this ever happened to you? You've had a hard day. Finally you have a few quiet minutes for yourself, you pour a hot bath, you throw in some bubbles just for a touch of luxury. You put your toe in - kind of hot, but ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Guard Your Heart

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Feb 28, 2015
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     | 10,939 views

    Guard your heart my friend. Beware, as we serve God that are heart problems that can bring spiritual death. What causes heart trouble? Prepare yourself and thrive in the storms.

    GUARD YOUR HEART, BEWARE OF THE PROBLEM OF THE HEART! By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com THIS IS A TWO PART LESSON, OR CONDENSE SOME OF THE MATERIAL. Proverbs 4:23 Keep thy heart with all diligence; for out of it are the issues of life. Luke 6:45 A good man out of the good ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    The Special Role Of The Laity Series

    Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on May 2, 2015
     | 6,751 views

    Lay people in the Church, especially women, serve a vital role in spreading the Gospel and building community.

    Thursday of the 5th Week of Easter 2015 Joy of the Gospel Both of our readings today are concerned with what the Catechism calls “The Christian Life,” or the moral and virtuous way of life. Paul and Barnabas were traveling through the lands of what is now Turkey and Greece, going to ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

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    Ordination And The Role Of Women In The Church Series

    Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on May 9, 2015
     | 5,790 views

    The twin command of Jesus to clergy is important to consider in any decision regarding ordination.

    Thursday of the 6th Week of Easter 2015 Joy of the Gospel This is one of those liturgical days that is a little schizophrenic. In the historical Church, it is forty days after the Resurrection, so it is Ascension Thursday, as it was for almost two thousand years. But May 14 is the Feast of St. ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

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    Louder Than Words

    Contributed by David Dewitt on Dec 30, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,841 views

    The church needs to move beyond just using words to impact the world. We need action to make an impact for Christ

    Louder than Words Matthew 9:35-38 June 12, 2011 Morning Service The old saying is true: actions speak louder than words We are rarely defined by the words we speak. There are times when our words come back to haunt us but words are simply that just words. Words do carry power to build others up ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    The Diaconal Call To Service Series

    Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jan 1, 2012
     | 3,851 views

    The plan of God for all of us, especially clergy, is a call to service and understanding, not tyranny.

    Solemnity of the Epiphany 2012 Diaconate Vocation Spirit of the Liturgy “Where is the newborn king of the Jews?” the Magi said to Herod. It was a straightforward question to the wrong guy. There are times to be subtle and times to be blunt. I recall many years ago when I was a sales ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

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    We Are Laborers Together

    Contributed by Rodelio Mallari on Jan 11, 2012
    based on 14 ratings
     | 25,891 views

    God’s work is never done. There is always something that needs to be done in a growing church. There is always someone that needs a help. There are lost people all around us that need Christ. There are children that need to be taught God’s word. There is

    Intro: God’s work is never done. There is always something that needs to be done in a growing church. There is always someone that needs a help. There are lost people all around us that need Christ. There are children that need to be taught God’s word. There is so much to be done. We ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    Basics For Starting A Church.

    Contributed by Hans Manaka on Jan 6, 2014
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     | 3,832 views

    This is for the preparation of those who believe that there is a call of God in their lives to start a church or ministry. It is made to make them see the possibilities of starting what God has call them to do.

    Ministry always starts with the leading Minister [the sent one] who delivers God’s word and few new converts. That is how the ministry of our Lord Jesus Christ started, with only 12 it mushroomed into a great Organisation. For us to get the same result we can also follow the same route. When ...read more

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    Dealing With One Of The Most Challenging Bible Passages About Women Series

    Contributed by Jim Butcher on Jan 17, 2015
     | 8,587 views

    Three approaches to this passage where Paul says women should be silent, along with the greatest strength and greatest weakness of each argument.

    WHAT DO YOU DO WITH THAT?! On first reading, there’s plenty in these verses to raise eyebrows. - 1 Timothy 2:11-15. THREE APPROACHES TO THESE VERSES: - These are not the only three possibilities, but I would argue that they are the three most prominent. 1. ARGUMENT #1: This Bible ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Rendezvous On Straight Street

    Contributed by Michael L. Randle on Nov 21, 2014
     | 8,380 views

    Our service to the kingdom of God is made more perfect by our interactions with other believers who are sent to minister to our lives. That's what happens for Paul on straight street.

    A Rendezvous on Straight Street Acts 9:10-20 The Story is told of a man who realized his need for a Savior and drove 500 miles to a meeting where Billy Graham was preaching. He had great respect for Graham, and no disrespect or ill feelings toward any of the ministers in his own home town. His ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist