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  • Dr.W.Samuel Legon avatar

    Opening Windows Of Heaven # 2

    Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on May 28, 2012
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    How we can open the windows of Heaven

    OPENING WINDOWS OF HEAVEN # 2 Malachi 3: 10Bring ye all the tithes into the storehouse, that there may be meat in mine house, and prove me now herewith, saith the LORD of hosts, if I will not open you the windows of heaven, and pour you out a blessing, that there shall not be ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Warning!!

    Contributed by Roger Hasselquist on Apr 15, 2025
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    Many warnings are ridiculous, but there are also many that, if heeded, could save our lives. Like taking cover when a tornado hits, or turning around when the bridge is out. There are other warnings that are very important as well, and if not heeded will cause lasting hurt to our spiritual lives.

    Alba 4-13-2025 WARNING!! I Corinthians 4:14-21 If there is danger ahead, it is good to have a warning. And it is wise to pay attention to the warning, whether it is a tornado siren, or a sign that says “Bridge Out”. But some warnings are worthless, ridiculous really, almost a joke. For ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Byron Sherman avatar

    The Love Of God-5

    Contributed by Byron Sherman on Mar 23, 2021
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    5 of 5. Paul highlighted the necessity of self-giving love to the proper outworking of Christian living. Self-giving love is essential to true Christianity, but How or in What ways is it essential? As A Christian, the Love of God must Humble my...

    The LOVE Of GOD-V—1Corinthians 13:1-13 Attention: In general people have a similar & genuine confusion about the meaning of love, & what it means to serve a ‘loving’ God. They suppose themselves to be ‘eating from’ the best that ‘love’ has to offer, when in reality they don’t have the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dr.W.Samuel Legon avatar

    A Few Things People Need To Know About Love

    Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on Aug 11, 2012
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    Love is all we need the love God gives.

    A FEW THINGS PEOPLE NEED TO KNOW ABOUT LOVE 1st Corinthians 13:4 Charity suffereth long, and is kind; charity envieth not; charity vaunteth not itself, is not puffed up, 13:5 Doth not behave itself unseemly, seeketh not her own, is not easily provoked, thinketh no evil; 13:6 ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Old Covenant-New Covenant

    Contributed by John Mccormack on Apr 24, 2012
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    NEW COVENANT REALITY

    OLD COVENANT-NEW COVENANT KEY VERSES: GALATIANS 2: 14-16 THE JUDAIZERS (JEWISH CHRISTIANS) INSISTED THAT SOME CEREMONIAL PRACTICES IN THE OLD TESTAMENT WERE TO BE PRACTICED IN THE NEW TESTAMENT CHURCH. THE APOSTLE PAUL CORRECTED THE ERROR. THEOLOGICALLY, PAUL KNEW ALL PEOPLE (NOT JUST ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dave Nichols avatar

    Love

    Contributed by Dave Nichols on Aug 11, 2024
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    Like most good books the Bible has a theme. If I were to ask you what the theme of the Bible is how would you respond? I agree there are many themes that could apply to the Word of God, but I would offer you this morning that the main theme is Love.

    Like most good books the Bible has a theme. If I were to ask you what the theme of the Bible is how would you respond? I agree there are many themes that could apply to the Word of God, but I would offer you this morning that the main theme is Love. The word "love" appears in the Bible in ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Charity

    Contributed by Phillip Smith on Sep 19, 2024
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    There seems to be a great divide in the accepted meanings for charity and love. In religious terms, Christians think they are one in the same.

    When someone speaks of charity or uses the term charity, we immediately turn to the belief someone did a good deed for another who is poor or in need. Sometimes we associate the term with a foundation which accepts monetary donations for the poor. In contrast, with the term love, (which we often ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Andrew Chan avatar

    What's God Up To These Days?

    Contributed by Andrew Chan on Jan 18, 2002
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    God’s will is to bless for HIS GLORY.

    What’s God up to these days? Ephesians 1 A. THE PLAN One major project: The church… 15Then he asked them, "Who do you say I am?" 16Simon Peter answered, "You are the Messiah, the Son of the living God." 17Jesus replied, "You are blessed, Simon son of John, because my Father in heaven has ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

  • Neal Gray avatar

    Let The Church 'move Up'

    Contributed by Neal Gray on Feb 23, 2002
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    A CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE pastor preaches about the Apostle Paul’s "team" of helpers.

    "A Wide Door for Effective Service: Let the Church ’Move Up’" Author: Dr. Neal Gray Passage: Colossians 4:7-18, KJV Purpose: Examine the Apostle Paul’s "team" of helpers. They give us hope that everyone can join in the ministry to proclaim and promote Jesus Christ--even you. INTRODUCTION This ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

  • Terry Hensley avatar

    Stir Up The Gift Of God

    Contributed by Terry Hensley on Nov 15, 2001
    based on 66 ratings
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    Paul adminishes Timothy to stir up the gift of God.

    What is the Gift of God? Give description here of these steps of faith: * Measure of Faith * Forgiveness of Sins * Eternal Life * The Holy Spirit (comforter) * Heavenly Home * The Complete Word of God * His Presence Remember when we were first saved, everything was ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Ken Alford avatar

    Up With Faith, Down With Walls Series

    Contributed by Ken Alford on Nov 25, 2001
    based on 17 ratings
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    TRUSTING THE LORD HELPS PEOPLE OVERCOME OBSTACLES. Here are two sets of consideration about the correlation between people, walls, and faith.

    November 27,1994 --PM UP WITH FAITH, DOWN WITH WALLS Hebrews 11:30-31 INTRO: Jericho was a city which had been promised to Israel by God Himself. Joshua¡¦s job was to take the city, but a large, imposing wall hindered progress. So many would face the wall and believe it impossible to conquer. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • jeremey brown avatar

    Leadership That Lights Up The World

    Contributed by Jeremey Brown on Nov 28, 2001
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    Taking about becoming a leader for Christ in the darkest places.

    1 Peter 2:9-10 I Peter was written around 63-64ad to the churches that were all around middle east the churches where being persecuted by death prison stoning. The purpose of Peters letter was to remind the people that they belong to God that we belong to Him, he loves us and is still there for us ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Joel Pankow avatar

    Hurry Up And Be Patient Already!

    Contributed by Joel Pankow on Dec 13, 2001
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    How James calls on Christians to be patient because Jesus is coming soon and because God blesses patience.

    December 16, 2001 James 5:7-11 7 Be patient, then, brothers, until the Lord’s coming. See how the farmer waits for the land to yield its valuable crop and how patient he is for the autumn and spring rains. 8 You too, be patient and stand firm, because the Lord’s coming is near. 9 Don’t grumble ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Dr. Jerry Morrissey avatar

    "Living Up To Religious Expectations.”

    Contributed by Dr. Jerry Morrissey on Dec 16, 2001
    based on 118 ratings
     | 8,042 views

    Year A Third Sunday in Advent December 16th, 2001 Matthew 11: 1-11 Heavenly Father empower us to accept Jesus on his terms and not expect him to change to fit our preconceptions of God. Amen.

    Year A Third Sunday in Advent December 16th, 2001 Matthew 11: 1-11 Heavenly Father empower us to accept Jesus on his terms and not expect him to change to fit our preconceptions of God. Amen. Title: “Living up to religious expectations.” The Baptist, in prison, sends his ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Steve Shepherd avatar

    Heating Up The Holiday Season

    Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Dec 17, 2001
    based on 40 ratings
     | 3,866 views

    There are things we can do to heat up or spruce up our Christmas holiday season.

    HEATING UP THE HOLIDAY SEASON INTRO.- Lights, camera, action. These words could well characterize this time of the year. It’s a time for bright lights, cameras (picture-taking), and action. Lots of action. Lots of coming and going. What’s your favorite thing to do this time of the year? DO YOU ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ