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  • David Moore avatar

    The Sabbath Day Controversy Series

    Contributed by David Moore on Apr 29, 2010
    based on 6 ratings
     | 15,458 views

    This sermons aims to clarify the Christian’s relationship to the Sabbath Day.

    The Sabbath Day Controversy Text: Mark 2:23-28 Introduction: The last time we met we considered the criticism of the Pharisees and the disciples of John surrounding the issue if fasting. Now comes another criticism, this time surrounding the issue of the Sabbath Day. For many believers this is ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    "Dad's Right Hand"

    Contributed by Ken Harris on Jun 21, 2009
    based on 6 ratings
     | 10,916 views

    The purpose of this sermon is to motivate the hearers to affirm to others that faith – in relationship reconciliation - recognizes that God’s ways are not man’s ways.

    21 June 2009 Father’s Day U.S. Army Chaplain (MAJ) Ken Harris Fortress Chapel Contingency Operation Site (C.O.S.) Sykes Tall-afar, Iraq BIG IDEA: God’s plan is something people would have never dreamed of when it comes to relationship reconciliation. REFERENCES: Ephraim (The younger son means ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Second Word Series

    Contributed by Charles Cockroft on Feb 25, 2008
    based on 99 ratings
     | 9,441 views

    The study on Angel Ministry is not just a time of something to tickle our minds with like Bible trivia. It is an important study to help you live an overcoming, victorious life

    Angel Ministry #3 Commissioning, Second Word The study on Angel Ministry is not just a time of something to tickle our minds with like Bible trivia. It is an important study to help you live an overcoming, victorious life. Most Christians consider Angels as Old Testament ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Dating, Relationships, Marriage And Sex

    Contributed by Nate Herbst on Jan 1, 2009
    based on 20 ratings
     | 23,028 views

    The Biblical keys necessary to successfully navigate the dating scene, glorifying God and finding the mate God created you to live your life with.

    GODLY RELATIONSHIPS WITH THE OPPOSITE SEX - “God thought up and created two sexes. It is his idea.” – Dean Sherman. The Kingdom of God is based on relationships (and almost every problem on the planet arises out of bad relationships). Relationships are top priority to God (Mat. 22:37-39). Jesus ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The 12 Apostles: Philip

    Contributed by John Gaston on Feb 22, 2015
     | 7,223 views

    Looking at the 3rd apostle, chronologically.His unique call, witnessing to a skeptic, asked to feed 5,000, introduced Greeks to Christ, asked to see the Father & more Philip had unique challenges & opportunities. So do we!

    THE 12 APOSTLES: PHILIP INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: CLIMB THE WALLS 1. “Oh, I sure m happy to see you,” the little boy said to his Grandmother on his mother’s side when she came to visit. 2. “Maybe now Daddy will do the trick he’s been promising us.” 3. The ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    The Full Grown Christian

    Contributed by David Hersey on Mar 30, 2015
     | 5,911 views

    The life of a faithful Christian is characterized by a constant growth process. When one becomes a Christian they begin a lifelong journey of service to God. This lesson examines this great truth and brings to light what our obligations are in this.

    The Full Grown Christian Ephesians 4:13 "Till we all attain unto the unity of the faith, and of the knowledge of the Son of God, unto a full-grown man, unto the measure of the stature of the fulness of Christ:" (ASV) The life of a faithful Christian is characterized by a constant growth ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Cross Of Christ

    Contributed by John Gaston on Nov 26, 2018
     | 10,477 views

    A look at how Jesus suffered on the Cross of Christ, how the blood of Christ's cross decimates sin, and the power of the Cross to reconcile us to God and each other.

    THE CROSS OF CHRIST Philippians 2:5-8 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. A Texas oilman died and went to Heaven. After a few days, his bragging was getting on Peter’s nerves. No matter what part of Paradise he was shown, the oilman claimed it failed to measure up to Texas. 2. Finally St. Peter took ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Lesson 25: Children And Parents Series

    Contributed by John Lowe on Aug 30, 2018
     | 8,732 views

    The church is not relevant to many Christian parents, because if it were they would do everything they could to encourage their children to attend church.

    Commentary on the Book of Ephesians By: Tom Lowe Date: 1/17/18 Lesson 25: Children and Parents (Ephesians 6:1-4) Introduction The teaching of this passage is profoundly counter to today’s culture. Sadly, in many ways it is also counter-church-culture. For Paul seems to expect that children ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Accountability To The Next Level Of Authority

    Contributed by Luther Sexton on Feb 26, 2019
     | 6,154 views

    Many decisions that we must make in our lives are based on our accountability to someone. No matter how much we like to think we are own our own, the fact remains, we must give account to someone.

    ACCOUNTABILITY TO THE NEXT LEVEL OF AUTHORITY I. INTRODUCTION: As a teacher, I must enforce the rules of the school. Not always do I enjoy this portion of my job. In fact, this responsibility is often a dreaded one. We are teachers who often must perform in the role of a patrol officer. ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    "Blow On Us, O Holy Spirit!”

    Contributed by John Gaston on Jun 2, 2019
     | 8,650 views

    We're glad to hear about the Holy Spirit moving. But what if the Holy Spirit is not blowing in the U.S.A? Are we without any resources? NO! God allowed Ezekiel to "Prophesy to the Wind/Spirit." If he can initiate a Spirit-move, so can we!

    “BLOW ON US, O HOLY SPIRIT!” Ezekiel 37:1-11 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. Someone reimagined the Burning Bush account as it would be today: "Moses, listen to Me. I have good news, and bad news." Moses says, “Tell me the good news first.” 2. “OK.” The Voice continues: "You, Moses, ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Woes To The Pharisees And Lawyers - Part 2 Series

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Aug 28, 2014
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     | 7,456 views

    Jesus pronounces woes upon the Pharisees and lawyers and warns us of the danger of spiritual hypocrisy.

    Scripture Last week I started a two-part message about Jesus’ pronouncement of woes upon the Pharisees and lawyers. Last week we looked at the setting of Jesus’ rebuke and the statements of rebuke to the Pharisees. This week I would like to conclude the message by looking at ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Andre King avatar

    Four Freedoms Found In Christ

    Contributed by Andre King on Sep 15, 2015
     | 7,079 views

    Franklin Roosevelt once gave a speech outlining "four freedoms" that he believed would make the world a better place. 60 plus years later, those freedoms have become twisted.

    JANUARY OF 1941, 11 MONTHS BEFORE THE JAPANESE ATTACK ON PEARL HARBOR, PRESIDENT ROOSEVELT GAVE A STATE OF THE UNION SPEECH. IT BECAME KNOWN AS “THE FOUR FREEDOMS” SPEECH. ROOSEVELT SAID; IN THE FUTURE DAYS, WHICH WE SEEK TO MAKE SECURE, WE LOOK FORWARD TO A WORLD FOUNDED UPON FOUR ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Fathers Wanted, No Experience Necessary

    Contributed by Horace Wimpey on Jun 12, 2014
    based on 5 ratings
     | 13,164 views

    In this sermon we see the importance of fathers and why we should be thankful for them.

    Father’s Wanted, No Experience Necessary 1 Timothy 5:8, Ephesians 6:4, 1 Corinthians 11:1 Intro. Have you ever noticed that Mothers Day is the second most attended church service of the year. Second only to Easter. Have you noticed that father’s day is usually no more attended than a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    How To Be A 10

    Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Aug 28, 2013
     | 4,261 views

    Expect conflict on your way to being a “10.” Hannah was most likely Elkanah’s first wife who proved to be infertile so he took a second wife named Paninnah. When we are on our way to being “10s” expect conflict to be a part of the journey.

    How to be a 10 Mother’s Day May 12, 201 Dr. Mike Fogerson Introduction The story of Israel in the Bible is a living demonstration of the fact that the Lord does win the battle. A As we enter 1 Samuel, Israel is a Spiritual and Political mess. 1 Israel wasn’t an united people as they ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Accountability To The Next Level Of Authority

    Contributed by Luther Sexton on Jun 16, 2018
     | 5,158 views

    Every adult is accountable to many people around them.

    ACCOUNTABILITY TO THE NEXT LEVEL OF AUTHORITY I. INTRODUCTION: As a teacher, I must enforce the rules of the school. Not always do I enjoy this portion of my job. In fact, this responsibility is often a dreaded one. We are teachers who often must perform in the role of a patrol officer. ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal