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  • Justin Steckbauer avatar

    The Letter To The Church Of Philadelphia: An Open Door To A New Jerusalem Series

    Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Feb 23, 2023
     | 1,737 views

    I know all the things you do, and I have opened a door for you that no one can close. You have little strength, yet you obeyed my word and did not deny my name

    “He was christened Giovanni, the Italian name for John. His mother named him after John the Baptist in hopes that he would be devoted to Jesus. But Giovanni was hardly devout. As the son of a wealthy cloth merchant, the boy was a spoiled rich kid. One day a beggar in the marketplace asked Giovanni ...read more

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    Denomination: Salvation Army

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    Preach The Word Series

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Nov 11, 2022
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     | 2,826 views

    2 Timothy 4:1-2 exhorts us to continue focusing on the priority of preaching.

    Introduction When you think of the church’s priority, what comes to mind? We live in a day in which there is a lot of confusion over this question. Many churches are a reflection of our society which has become satiated with entertainment. Neil Postman, in his profound book titled, Amusing ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • MELVIN NEWLAND avatar

    Vereran's Day - These Two Flags!

    Contributed by Melvin Newland on Nov 14, 2022
     | 3,212 views

    Veterans over the last two centuries have sacrificed so much to obtain & preserve these precious freedoms, & more besides. That is why we honor veterans: To tell them “Thank you” for keeping us free.

    MELVIN NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK TEXT: 2 Timothy 2:3-4; James 1:2-3; 2 Corinthians 10:4-5; Luke 8:14; Philippians.3:8 In many ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Jason Jones avatar

    How To Be Holy, I, Ii, & Iii

    Contributed by Jason Jones on Nov 16, 2022
     | 1,421 views

    Over the next two weeks we will look at some helpful means to aid you in pursuit of holiness

    A. Opening illustration: Olympic athletes in training. They set aside all priorities for four years waiting for a change to complete on a world stage. Did they not feel the hope that their training would propel them to victory, they would not give four years, blood, sweat, and tears, strained ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Freddy Fritz avatar

    Fulfill Your Ministry Series

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Nov 18, 2022
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,737 views

    2 Timothy 4:1-8 is a charge to be faithful in ministry.

    Introduction In his commentary on Paul’s Second Letter to Timothy, John MacArthur noted that the final words of dying men and women usually are stripped of hypocrisy and reflect accurately their true beliefs and feelings. On his deathbed, Napoleon said, “I die before my time; and my body will be ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    "sit Down! You’re Rocking The Boat!"

    Contributed by John Gaston on Nov 26, 2022
    based on 2 ratings
     | 3,976 views

    The world tells us they don't want us "rocking the boat," but that's exactly what they need. The success of the Early Church was that they upset the natural order. Only if people are exposed to Jesus will they be saved. We must make that happen!

    "SIT DOWN! YOU’RE ROCKING THE BOAT!" INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. A young man went fishing with his father and a friend in an open boat. He didn’t have his sea-legs yet. He’d get up and try to walk. He had poor balance, so the boat would see-saw violently. (The boat didn’t have good ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Joel Pankow avatar

    Jesus Is Who Isaiah Said He Would Be, And John Too

    Contributed by Joel Pankow on Dec 7, 2022
     | 1,634 views

    John and his disciples question if Jesus is the One or not. Jesus answers in word and deed

    12.11.22 Matthew 11:2-11 2 While John was in prison, he heard about the things Christ was doing. He sent two of his disciples 3 to ask him, “Are you the Coming One or should we wait for someone else?” 4 Jesus answered them, “Go, report to John what you hear and see: 5 The blind receive sight, ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Michael Deutsch avatar

    Experiencing Peace Series

    Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Dec 8, 2022
     | 2,220 views

    An advent series looking at how to experience the gift of peace.

    Say "No!" to Anxiety, Philippians 4, Acts 16 December 11, 2022 For the past couple of weeks we’ve been talking about being at peace with others and with God. It’s not always easy, especially when we have to deal with people. Because people can bring on peace-less-ness as well as high ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Denn Guptill avatar

    This Changes Everything: Simeon Series

    Contributed by Denn Guptill on Dec 11, 2022
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,354 views

    When Simeon looked into the face of Jesus he saw the hope of the World

    We all know the words; we’ve heard them over and over again. If you close your eyes, you can almost picture the. The Old Testament words that are read each year during Advent. The words of Isaiah, Micah and David which relate to the coming Messiah. They are repeated in sermons and songs and printed ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

  • Ron Ferguson avatar

    What Can Be Sweeter? A Study Of All The Scripture References To Honey – Part 1 Series

    Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Dec 26, 2022
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,304 views

    Honey occurs often in the scriptures and the word is associated with sweetness. There is a wonderful study of its applications in the bible and I hope to do that. This is a study in two parts looking at 24 references. Here is PART 1.

    WHAT CAN BE SWEETER? A STUDY OF ALL THE SCRIPTURE REFERENCES TO HONEY – PART 1 HONEY IS GOD’S PROVISION - THE APPLICATION OF HONEY IN THE SCRIPTURES [1]. Genesis 43:11 Then their father Israel said to them, “If it must be so, then do this: take some of the best products of the land in your ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Dr. Madana Kumar, PhD avatar

    New Year: A Divine Imperative

    Contributed by Dr. Madana Kumar, Phd on Feb 26, 2018
     | 5,008 views

    The creation story is one of the most awesome story that we can study. In the business of our lives it is possible that we miss the presence of such an awesome God in our lives. Let us prepare ourselves for an awesome encounter with God.

    First of all, Let me wish you all a very happy and blessed new year ahead. Well: Here we are. Yet another New year, yet another opportunity to look at the blessings of the previous year and give thanks. Yet another opportunity for us to look back at all the numerous mistakes that we have ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Hearing Heresy? Rebuke It In Jesus Name!

    Contributed by Kelly Durant on Mar 2, 2018
     | 3,495 views

    Many people have been exposed to voices, aliens, angels or demons and these messages have confused their ability to discern what is truth. It is important to discern with scripture these communications.

    Hearing Heresy? Rebuke It In Jesus Name! Kelly Durant 3-4-18 Galatians 1:8 But even if we, or an angel from heaven, preach any other gospel to you than what we have preached to you, let him be accursed. Galatians 1:9 As we have said before, so now I say again, if anyone preaches any other ...read more

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    Denomination: Salvation Army

  • MELVIN NEWLAND avatar

    I Love The Lord Because...

    Contributed by Melvin Newland on Mar 5, 2018
    based on 5 ratings
     | 31,931 views

    Christianity is not a “What’s in it for me?” religion. The Bible views thanks-giving as the sincere overflow of gratitude for all that God has given to us. Thanks-giving is not self-centered; it’s God-centered.

    MELVIN NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK Text: Psalm 116:1-18; 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 ILL. “What can I do for you, Madam?” Abraham Lincoln asked an elderly lady who had been ushered into his office. Placing a covered basket on his desk she said, “Mr. President, I have come today ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • David Owens avatar

    Our Survival Kit Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Mar 12, 2018
    based on 1 rating
     | 14,234 views

    In this section of Philippians, Paul points them toward three important Christ-like characteristics that are vital for us to survive and to thrive.

    Introduction: A. Let’s imagine for a moment that your airplane has gone down in the middle of the ocean. 1. You find yourself floating in a life raft designed for survival. 2. You immediately and frantically search for the survival kit that is usually provided in a life raft, and you are relieved ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Rick Burdette avatar

    The Message Of The Cross Series

    Contributed by Rick Burdette on Mar 27, 2018
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,123 views

    The Cross, Salvation, God's Plan, Resurrection

    A FOOL FOR CHRIST - The Message of the Cross Eastside CC August 28 and 31 2025 1 Corinthians 1:18 Introduction: In 1978 I walked back into Lafayette High School as a junior…I’d been a dropout for a year…but even before I dropped out I hardly went…I only went to get ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ