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  • Steve Lawson avatar

    Where Faith Comes From - Part 2 Series

    Contributed by Steve Lawson on Jan 7, 2004
    based on 5 ratings
     | 3,014 views

    God’s word increases our faith and brings us freedom.

    Where Faith Comes From - Part 2 Romans 10:17 - So faith comes from hearing, and hearing by the word of Christ.1 2 Timothy 3:16, 17 - All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting and training in righteousness, 17 so that the man of God may be thoroughly equipped ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Cain & Abel Series

    Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Feb 18, 2012
    based on 1 rating
     | 13,039 views

    Genesis 4:1-16 gives a picture of faith and how it is only by genuine faith through an approved sacrifice, that we can approach God. The rejection of this means rejection by God Himself.

    Canada made international news recently for the Shafia murder trial. What should have been a refuge for the healthy development of family, became an environment for intimidation that eventually lead to murder. A misplaced understanding of honor, resulted in the murder of siblings. Tooba Mohammad ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    The Best Gift ---Teach Me How To Fish!

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Dec 6, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,364 views

    Often we find in the church a heart searching for handouts. We must not just give away fish, we must teach the new generation how to fish. The best gift will keep on giving.

    THE GIFT THAT KEEPS GIVING. ARE WE INVESTING IN THE EFFORT TO PASS THE MANTLE TO OTHERS? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com This is a two part lesson! I LOVE THE THOUGHT DON’T GIVE ME A FISH, I WILL NEED ANOTHER FISH TOMORROW. TEACH ME HOW TO FISH, AND I CAN CATCH MY OWN! I. WHAT IS ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Anticipate The King Series

    Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Dec 2, 2020
     | 4,285 views

    1) The Reassurance of the Coming King (Malachi 3:1), 2) The Refining of the Coming King (Malachi 3:2-3) and finally 3) The Result of the Coming King (Malachi 3:4).

    Malachi 3:1-4 [3:1]"Behold, I send my messenger, and he will prepare the way before me. And the Lord whom you seek will suddenly come to his temple; and the messenger of the covenant in whom you delight, behold, he is coming, says the LORD of hosts. [2] But who can endure the day of his ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    Faith Through The Journey Series

    Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Sep 7, 2023
     | 2,126 views

    In Hebrews 10: 19-25, together, we are encouraged to 1) Draw Near in Faith (Hebrews 10:19-22), 2) Hold Fast in Hope (Hebrews 10:23) and 3) Encourage in Love (Hebrews 10:24–25).

    Hebrews 10:19-25. [19]Therefore, brothers, since we have confidence to enter the holy places by the blood of Jesus, [20]by the new and living way that he opened for us through the curtain, that is, through his flesh, [21]and since we have a great priest over the house of God, [22]let us draw near ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    Where Faith Comes From - Part 1 Series

    Contributed by Steve Lawson on Jan 7, 2004
    based on 6 ratings
     | 3,788 views

    The word of God is the anchor to our faith.

    Hebrews 11:1 - Now faith is being sure of what we hope for and certain of what we do not see. 1 Romans 10:17 -So faith comes from hearing, and hearing by the word of Christ.2 Where Faith Comes From - Part 1 Psalm 1:1-3 His Delight John 15:7 - If you remain in me and my words remain in ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Mystery Unraveled Series

    Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Jun 26, 2020
     | 5,258 views

    In Ephesians 3:1–13 the apostle Paul leads us to focus on five aspects of the divine mystery of Oneness in Christ. Here we see its: 1) Prisoner (Ephesians 3:1–4), 2) Plan (Ephesians 3:5–6), 3) Preaching (Ephesians 3:7–9), 4) Purpose (Ephesians 3:10–11), and its 5) Privileges (Ephesians 3:12–13).

    Ephesians 3:1-13 [3:1]For this reason I, Paul, a prisoner for Christ Jesus on behalf of you Gentiles-- [2]assuming that you have heard of the stewardship of God's grace that was given to me for you, [3]how the mystery was made known to me by revelation, as I have written briefly. [4] When you ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    Qualifications For Elders Series

    Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Oct 1, 2021
     | 2,154 views

    Church leaders are to have an 1) Unblemished public reputation (Titus 1:6a) and must qualify in the specific areas of: 2) Sexual morality (Titus 1:6b), 3) Family leadership (Titus1:6c), and finally 4) General character (Titus 1:7–9).

    For the greater part of this century, evangelical Christianity has been deeply committed to the battle for doctrinal purity. But in many circles in recent years it has not been as committed to moral purity, even among its leaders. Inevitably the church has experienced erosion of its integrity and ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    The Millennium

    Contributed by Douglas Phillips on Jun 22, 2019
     | 5,957 views

    WOULDN'T YOU LOVE TO LIVE FOR 1000 YEARS IN PERFECT PEACE WITH THE LORD? THE BEAUTIFUL THING ABOUT THE MILLENNIUM IS THAT IT IS A FORE-SHADOWING OF WHAT ETERNITY WILL BE LIKE.

    THE MILLENNIUM REVELATION 20:1-11 THE ENTIRE WORLD HAS BEEN SEARCHING SINCE THE BEGINNING OF TIME, AND I MIGHT ADD UNSUCCESSFULLY, FOR PEACE. WE HAVE COME TO THINK OF PEACE AS THE ABSENCE OF HOSTILITY, AND THE WORLD HAS ONLY KNOWN ABOUT 250 YEARS OF THIS FORM OF PEACE. PEACE ESCAPES US AS ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Holiness Without Hypocrisy Series

    Contributed by Brian Bill on Jul 23, 2016
    based on 1 rating
     | 15,483 views

    Legalistic list makers focus on having clean hands; the Lord gives us clean hearts.

    Holiness Without Hypocrisy Mark 7:1-13 Rev. Brian Bill July 23-24, 2016 More than 200 years ago, Edward Gibbon wrote a six-volume series called, The Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire. He spent 20 years studying the Roman Empire to find out how a nation that was so great suddenly ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Time Is Coming Series

    Contributed by Duane Wente on Jan 17, 2024
     | 2,296 views

    There are profound truths around the end times: Jesus will return when we least expect it; there are signs that signal the approaching culmination of time; and, despite uncertainties, we can find comfort that in the end, Jesus will triumph.

    Introduction Video Ill.: No One Knows No one knows. But we all need to be ready. Mark Zuckerberg and others building doomsday bunkers ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Preacher's Authority Series

    Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Nov 4, 2021
     | 1,434 views

    1) The Authority of the Word (Titus 2:15a), 2) The Authority to Exhort (Titus 2:15b) and 3) The Authority to Rebuke (Titus 2:15c). Using the word of God, it is the command to hear, believe and obey God.

    Titus 2:15. 15 Declare these things; exhort and rebuke with all authority. Let no one disregard you. (ESV) When I grew up in Toronto, I attended the Catholic Church, went to Catholic schools and participated in Catholic service originations. I sought to be faithful to what I thought God desired. I ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    The Cross In The Tree

    Contributed by Derek Geldart on Dec 24, 2018
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,135 views

    Is it ok for Christians to have a Christmas tree? To find out the answer to this question please read this sermon.

    Matthew 27:50-51a, Colossians 3:1-10 Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/?page_id=3567 PDF, Word format available plus live sermon at the above website. Is it ok for believers to have a Christmas tree? With all its pretty lights, garland, tinsel, ornaments and presents doesn’t the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Escape From Sodom

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Jul 18, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 8,322 views

    Christians living in Sodom are in grave danger. Though God will graciously keep His own, they must need His warning to escape.

    “The two angels came to Sodom in the evening, and Lot was sitting in the gate of Sodom. When Lot saw them, he rose to meet them and bowed himself with his face to the earth and said, ‘My lords, please turn aside to your servant’s house and spend the night and wash your feet. Then you may rise up ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Culture Shifts: Slow Down, You're Going To Fast

    Contributed by Tammy Garrison on Jan 21, 2002
    based on 50 ratings
     | 4,998 views

    This line from a Simon & Garfunkel song describes the breakneck pace of our technologically advancing culture. How do we go about tuning out the world and tuning in to Christ, striving to be faithful Christians in today’s world.

    Phillipians 4:8-9 Bibliography: Cultures Shifts, Lesson 3 The world was forever altered in 1436 when Johannes Gutenberg invented the printing press. Although forms of printing had existed for approximately 400 years, Gutenberg’s moveable type made out of metal revolutionized the printed world. ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist