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  • I. Grant Spong avatar

    The Spirit Of Sacrificial Laws Series

    Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Oct 20, 2021
     | 1,491 views

    Offerings were given often in Israel. One of those special offerings was the Passover lamb (Numbers 28:16). How does any of the sacrificial system apply to the Christian in the spirit? Paul gave the Romans a basic principle that applies the law in spirit.

    Burnt offerings (Numbers 28:2-6) and grain and drink offerings (Numbers 28:2-8) were given often, as well as a whole liturgy of other offerings throughout the years. One of those special offerings was the Passover lamb (Numbers 28:16). How does any of the sacrificial system apply to the Christian ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Love One Another Series

    Contributed by Robert Wheat on Mar 12, 2014
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     | 9,735 views

    We know we should love God and love others, but how should we love others? There are several verses commanding us to love one another, and there is no mistaking how we should love when practicing the principles of God's Word.

    ONE ANOTHER God gave us one another for a purpose… We are the Body of Christ in this world to stir one another up, build one another up, encourage one another, and most certainly to love one another. In the Old Testament, God gave us His Word for living a life with full purpose. Love ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Servant Suffers - He Is Betrayed Series

    Contributed by Buffy Cook on Jan 17, 2015
     | 6,881 views

    Fifth in a 12 part series examining THE most important week in all of history: The Passion Week, when Jesus fulfilled Mark 10:45. Judas' betrayal, unholy partnering on unforgettable Passover fulfilled an unbelievable prophecy teaching unchanging principle

    The Passion Week of Christ: A Study from the Book of Mark Week 5: The Servant Suffers - He Is Betrayed Mark 14:10-21 I. Introduction A. We're continuing in our Passion Week series, exploring the greatest week in all of human history during which God's Suffering Servant "came not to be ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Discontented Series

    Contributed by Rick Stacy on Dec 2, 2014
     | 5,061 views

    Most people will agree in principle that the one who gives is more blessed than the one who receives. But they still struggle with giving – often because they can’t give. They have too many bills and are struggling to get by.

    Satisfied. Last Sunday I began a series of messages called “Satisfied.” that is about money – except it’s not really about money. It’s about life. In that message I pointed out three lies that sounded like truths and three truths that sounded like lies. Three lies The ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Evicting Hell From Your Promised Land

    Contributed by John Gaston on Feb 19, 2020
     | 9,671 views

    Moses outlines 5 principles for Evicting Hell from your Promised Land: Victory only comes by 1). Growth, 2). Communing with God, 3). No Compromise with Sin, 4). Death to the Old Life, and 5). Dependence on God’s Power.

    EVICTING HELL FROM YOUR PROMISED LAND INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: PARKING FINES 1. One little old lady came into the hair salon and told her elderly friend, “I got a compliment on my driving today! Someone put a note on my windshield that said, ‘Driving Fine!’” 2. A young man found his friend ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    The Sin Of Idolatry

    Contributed by Dwight Davis on Aug 18, 2023
     | 1,838 views

    Many Christians today believe the Second Commandment is outdated and maybe even irrelevant for believers today. But if we take a closer look at the principle behind the commandment, we will find most of us engage in this sin more often than we think.

    The Sin of Idolatry Last week, elder Jermaine preached the first sermon in our new series dedicated to the Ten Commandments. His sermon dealt with the First Commandment in which God makes it clear that we are to have no other gods before OR even besides Him; and today, we’re going to take a ...read more

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    Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

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    Spiritual Fatherhood Series

    Contributed by Apostle Dr. Ruben L. Broadnax Jr. on Oct 25, 2024
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     | 1,532 views

    "This sermon explores the importance of spiritual fatherhood in the Kingdom, emphasizing the impact of a father’s guidance on spiritual and financial well-being. It highlights the biblical foundation for spiritual fatherhood and its connection to aligning with God’s financial principles."

    Introduction In the spiritual journey, God’s design for His people is not to walk in isolation, but to thrive in the context of family—a spiritual family where guidance, mentorship, and accountability are not just beneficial but essential for growth. The concept of spiritual fatherhood is central ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    Growing In Truth: Transformed By Christ's Love Ephesians 4:15 Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Apr 30, 2024
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     | 772 views

    The transformative power of speaking truth in love is a key principle outlined by the apostle Paul in Ephesians 4:15. This verse underscores the importance of aligning our words and actions with the love of Christ, ultimately leading to spiritual growth and maturity in our Christian walk.

    Growing in Truth: Transformed by Christ's Love Ephesians 4:15 Scripture Reading: "Instead, we will speak the truth in love, growing in every way more and more like Christ, who is the head of his body, the church." (Ephesians 4:15, NLT) Introduction: Today, we explore the ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Sermon # 45 - Favor With God And Men Series

    Contributed by Andrew Dixon on Nov 22, 2023
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,097 views

    Want to find favor with God and men? God’s word teaches us how this can be possible. Also, we can learn some practical principles from the lives of those in the bible who did find favor with God and men.

    The words of Solomon as found in Proverbs 21:1, “The king's heart is a stream of water in the hand of the LORD; he turns it wherever he will.” (ESV) All through this year we have studied the various aspects of the hand of God, as is made evident in our lives as His children. The above ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    10 Vital Revelations Of The Kingdom Of God Series

    Contributed by Dr. Stanley Vasu on Jan 1, 2024
     | 3,606 views

    1. POWER OF THE KINGDOM 2. PRIORITIES OF THE KINGDOM 3. PROGRESS OF THE KINGDOM 4. PRINCIPLES OF THE KINGDOM 5. PROVISION OF THE KINGDOM 6. PRICE OF THE KINGDOM 7. PROXIMITY OF THE KINGDOM 8. PROCLAMATION OF THE KINGDOM 9. PRAYERS OF THE KINGDOM 10. PARABLES OF THE KINGDOM

    10 VITAL REVELATIONS OF THE KINGDOM OF GOD Luke 12:32 32 “Do not fear, little flock, for it is your Father’s good pleasure to give you the kingdom. OUTLINE 1. POWER OF THE KINGDOM 2. PRIORITIES OF THE KINGDOM 3. PROGRESS OF THE KINGDOM 4. PRINCIPLES OF THE KINGDOM 5. PROVISION OF THE ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Adaptability

    Contributed by Lou Nicholes on Jan 25, 2005
    based on 9 ratings
     | 3,557 views

    Paul’s greatest interest was to preach the gospel and win men and women to Jesus Christ. He summarizes his guiding principle in the words, "I am made all things to all men, that I might by all means save some" (v. 22). In order to better accomplish his pu

    THOUGHTS ABOUT THE PASSAGE: For eighteen fruitful years, Dr. H.A. Ironside pastored the Moody Church in Chicago. When he got ready to take the offering, he would often say, "We ask God’s people to give generously. If you are not a believer in Jesus Christ, we do not ask you to give. We have a gift ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Widow's Mite Series

    Contributed by John Hamby on May 27, 2003
    based on 101 ratings
     | 63,659 views

    Jesus contrasts the phony goodness of the religious leaders with the true devotion of the poor widow. With this great story He gives three great principles about giving; (1) God cares about our giving, (2) God cares about how we give and (3) God cares how

    A Study of the Book of Luke Sermon # 58 The Widow’s Mite! Luke 21:1-4 Dr. John Broadus, on one memorable Sunday as the ushers were about the offering, left the platform and walked down to where the ushers were beginning to take ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Family Series

    Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Jun 7, 2013
     | 16,522 views

    I. EXORDIUM: Word study of family based on two greek words II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To enumerate principles to learn about the word "family" IV. TEXT: 1 Timothy 3:4 (Amplified Bible) He must rule his own hou

    I. EXORDIUM: Word study of family based on two greek words II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To enumerate principles to learn about the word "family" IV. TEXT: 1 Timothy 3:4 (Amplified Bible) He must rule his own household well, keeping his children under control, with true ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Richard Tow avatar

    Getting Guidance

    Contributed by Richard Tow on Nov 24, 2003
    based on 25 ratings
     | 10,939 views

    How do I know I’m hearing God and doing His will? What does He want me to do? These are often asked questions and this sermon gives practical principles that can be applied to answer such concerns and identify God’s guidance in our lives.

    Getting Guidance Proverbs 3:5-6 7-28-02 Intro: Have you ever been traveling through a metropolitan area—the traffic is heavy, there is road construction-always road construction, you are unfamiliar with the area. And suddenly there in front of you is a is a “Y” in the road with a sign right ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    Sermon # 37 - Financial Accountability In Marriage Series

    Contributed by Andrew Dixon on Sep 29, 2023
    based on 2 ratings
     | 2,217 views

    Rev. F. Andrew Dixon If married couples can learn to handle their finances on certain principles based on God’s word, they can avoid conflict because of finances and also stay out of debt. Learn how your finances can be blessed so you can be a blessing to others.

    We read in Matthew 22:2, “The kingdom of heaven is like to a certain king, who made a marriage for his son..”(Webster) We considered this verse in one of the previous messages, to understand that the kingdom of heaven is likened to a certain king who organized marriage for his son, which implies ...read more

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    Denomination: Other