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  • Adrian Rogers avatar

    Sunday Morning Religion

    Contributed by Adrian Rogers on Feb 15, 2012
    based on 20 ratings
     | 49,861 views

    There’s nothing wrong with Sunday-morning religion, but the problem is that so many people have only a Sunday-morning religion.

    The curse of the 20th Century is Sunday-morning religion. Now, there’s nothing wrong with Sunday-morning religion, but the problem is that so many people have only a Sunday-morning religion. Somebody wrote these words: “They’re praising God on Sunday, but they’ll be all ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Imitate Love And Perseverance Series

    Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Nov 4, 2012
     | 7,517 views

    We are to imitate God’s love and persevere like Jesus. We also need to realize we do not have to fear end times but instead work hard to provide for our families and to spread the Gospel. We are also to be at peace and never forget about Gods grace.

    Spiritual Mile Marker for the year – number 10 “Imitate Jesus” Summary of Series: Imitators Thesis of series: We live in a society that seldom reflects Jesus. As Christians, we are called to be His reflection, to do His will and to keep our hearts blameless. Sermon1: Reflect ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Call To Discipleship

    Contributed by Vernon Price on Apr 11, 2012
    based on 4 ratings
     | 10,169 views

    That is why the church of God must return to the preaching of the Cross. Yes, it offends. Yes, it alienates. Yes it is a stumbling block to many, and yes, it is sheer foolishness to others. But to those who believe, "It is the power of God unto salvation"

    The Call To Discipleship Imagine in your mind that you are a news reporter for station W-O-R-D in Jerusalem. You have been assigned the task of following some new religious fanatic who has appeared on the scene and seriously shaken the status quo. Not much of a Jew yourself, this whole scene ...read more

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    Denomination: Adventist

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    Securing The Success Of Jesus’ Mission-5

    Contributed by Byron Sherman on Jul 17, 2013
     | 2,430 views

    5 of 6. Thru prayer, Jesus sought to secure the success of His mission. But How? 20 measures securing the success of Jesus’ mission. Securing the Success of Jesus’ mission involves...

    SECURING The SUCCESS Of JESUS’ MISSION-V—John 17:1-26 Attention: Mrs. Smith’s dishwasher quit working, so she called a repairman. He couldn't accommodate her with an evening appointment, &, since she had to go to work the next day, she told him: "I'll leave the key under the mat. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Multiethnic Series

    Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Mar 19, 2013
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,430 views

    God is no respecter of persons and He desires His House (His Church) to be a place for all nations – all people. A church is to be a place where there is no favoritism and all are treated fairly and equally.

    Series: We are Here! Sermon 6: Multiethnic (or multicultural, or diversity) Introduction: Show pictures of our changing world in this area of South Chicago: The Orland Mosque, the Lemont Hindu Temple, and the Chicago Buddhist Temple all represent how diverse our community is becoming. Our society ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Mission Minded Series

    Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Mar 19, 2013
     | 16,002 views

    To be mission minded means I understand who has given me the permission and the authority to go share the Good News to those around me. It also realizes that once a person accepts Jesus as Lord and Savior then I should be willing to disciple them as well.

    Series: We are here! Quick Summary of series. Sermon 7: Mission minded Video Illustration: Life in Sudan by Blue fish tv. Question: What does it mean to be mission minded? I asked this question to our missionaries this week seeking their wisdom an insight from the field where they are ministering. ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Appointed, Not Hired Series

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Jun 20, 2015
     | 11,050 views

    Elders (Overseers) are appointed by God. They are not hired to do a job; they are appointed to serve the One who appoints and to serve His holy people.

    “I was appointed a preacher and apostle and teacher.” [1] His face was red and his eyes were narrow slits as he raged, “We hired you, and we can fire you.” I was equally determined as I asserted with a firm, steady voice, “No one hired me; God appointed me.” ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Guarding The Good Deposit Series

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Jul 25, 2015
    based on 1 rating
     | 14,069 views

    The message explores what Paul meant when he urged Timothy to guard the good deposit. Preachers are point men in the battle to stand firm against error, but the congregation must join them in this task.

    “By the Holy Spirit who dwells within us, guard the good deposit entrusted to you.” [1] Servants of Christ demonstrate a dynamic interplay of divine sovereignty and human responsibility in the exercise of the ministry God has assigned each one. One writer, citing an old maxim of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Paul, The Servant Of Christ Series

    Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Jan 26, 2017
    based on 19 ratings
     | 10,343 views

    To establish that Paul was not the servant of men or of traditions; but the servant of Christ. This lesson deals with the pleasers of men who claim to be the servants of Christ. We will expose some traditions of the fathers in this lesson.

    INTRODUCTION Outline. 1. The Servants of Men - Pharisees 2. The Servants of Tradition - Patriarchs 3. The Servant of Christ - Paul Remarks. 1. In our lesson today we are going to be discussing the theme: “Paul, the servant of Christ.” This lesson deals with Paul’s work as the servant of Christ. 2. ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Michael Stark avatar

    Serving Together

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Nov 6, 2016
     | 7,866 views

    If Jesus is Lord over all things in the church, how much freedom do I have to quit because I am offended?

    “I do not cease to give thanks for you, remembering you in my prayers, that the God of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of glory, may give you the Spirit of wisdom and of revelation in the knowledge of him, having the eyes of your hearts enlightened, that you may know what is the hope to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    I Must Need Go Through Samaria Series

    Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Nov 26, 2016
    based on 20 ratings
     | 46,512 views

    This lesson discusses the Lord's visit to the city of Samaria to correct three problems: social, spousal and spiritual. These problems face many of our cities today. It also explains some evangelical compromises; with political officials, for legislative favors.

    INTRODUCTION Outline. 1. To Correct the Social Problems of Samaria 2. To Correct the Spousal Problems of Samaria 3. To Correct the Spiritual Problems of Samaria Introductory Remarks. 1. In today's lesson, we will explore the profound theme: 'I Must Need Go through Samaria.' This is a ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Truth Behind The Scene Series

    Contributed by Thomas Swope on Jan 7, 2016
    based on 1 rating
     | 12,879 views

    A study of the book of Job chapter 1 verses 1 through 22

    Job 1: 1 – 22 The Truth Behind The Scene 1 There was a man in the land of Uz, whose name was Job; and that man was blameless and upright, and one who feared God and shunned evil. 2 And seven sons and three daughters were born to him. 3 Also, his possessions were seven thousand sheep, three ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

  • Michael Stark avatar

    Is Rebellion Ever Justified?

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Jun 11, 2016
    based on 1 rating
     | 9,710 views

    Considering the events leading up to Absalom's rebellion and seeking to learn from his actions.

    “After this Absalom got himself a chariot and horses, and fifty men to run before him. And Absalom used to rise early and stand beside the way of the gate. And when any man had a dispute to come before the king for judgment, Absalom would call to him and say, ‘From what city are ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Certainty In A Question Mark World Series

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Jun 19, 2016
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,713 views

    Defining and utilizing God's gift's of the Body of Christ, the Word of God and the indwelling Spirit.

    “As for you, continue in what you have learned and have firmly believed, knowing from whom you learned it and how from childhood you have been acquainted with the sacred writings, which are able to make you wise for salvation through faith in Christ Jesus. All Scripture is breathed out by ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    An Old Commandment That Is Now New

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Dec 27, 2014
     | 5,245 views

    We may either love one another or hate one another; there is no halfway in this situation. God calls us to love. Failure to love is hatred.

    “Beloved, I am writing you no new commandment, but an old commandment that you had from the beginning. The old commandment is the word that you have heard. At the same time, it is a new commandment that I am writing to you, which is true in him and in you, because the darkness is passing ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist