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  • Otis McMillan avatar

    A Solid Word In Shaky Times

    Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Mar 23, 2021
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     | 13,230 views

    The prophet Habakkuk lived in a time when he did not understand the world anymore – and more importantly he did not understand God anymore. As you read this, I encourage you to prayerfully read the entire book of Habakkuk

    The days we live in are truly challenging times. The year 2021 started out with more worrisome news: new mutations of COVID-19, talk of an economic meltdown, and disturbing scenes from the Capitol building of the United States. It seems that indeed everything that can be shaken is being shaken. The ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Fully Equipped Series

    Contributed by Douglas Dudley on Apr 18, 2005
    based on 20 ratings
     | 14,793 views

    ARE YOU FULLY EQUIPPED FOR LIFE? IF THE WORD OF GOD IS NOT READ AND APPLIED DAILY, YOU ARE NOT EQUIPPED TO LIVE LIFE. THE BIBLE IS OUR PERFECT STANDARD OF MEASUREMENT FOR LIFE.

    Fully Equipped Text: 2nd Timothy 3:14-17 Introduction. I’d like to tell you a story about a little 9 year-old boy by the name of “Joey”. Joey’s parents took him to Sunday school and his teacher taught the class a lesson from the Bible. Now the lesson the teacher taught was from the Book ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 20, 2024
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     | 649 views

    This sermon explores the spiritual armor in Ephesians 6:17, focusing on understanding and applying the helmet of salvation and the sword of the Spirit.

    Welcome, beloved, to this sacred gathering where we stand together on the common ground of faith. We are here, not by chance, but by divine appointment, united under the banner of Christ's love, to delve into the transformative power of God's Word. Today, we find ourselves in the book of Ephesians, ...read more

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    The Christian And Government #1 - Understanding The Role Of Government Series

    Contributed by Brian La Croix on May 22, 2004
    based on 34 ratings
     | 6,080 views

    First in a 3-part series on how Christians should view and participate in governmental issues.

    The Christian and Government #1 - Understanding the Role of Government Romans 13:1-7 May 23, 2004 Introduction It was not my intention to talk about this whole issue of government at this point of the year. I was going to talk about it in October, a week or two before the elections in November, ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    Life!

    Contributed by Howard Strickland on Feb 17, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,547 views

    Verse upon verse teaching from the book of Proverbs. Very helpful for every age.

    Life and Conduct Proverbs 19:1-29 Better is the poor who walks in his integrity Than one who is perverse in his lips, and is a fool. 2 Also it is not good for a soul to be without knowledge, And he sins who hastens with his feet. 3 The foolishness of a man twists his way, And his heart ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Jesus' Family Series

    Contributed by D Marion Clark on Oct 29, 2012
     | 7,733 views

    In our passage, Jesus will use a family misunderstanding to give us greater understanding of his life and work.

    Introduction Mothers, have you ever wondered what it would have been like to have Jesus for a son. At first thought, it would seem wonderful. Just think, a child – a son, no less – who doesn’t misbehave. He never lies to you; he does all of his chores; he doesn’t get ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Real Peole , Real Problems A Study Of 1 Samuel Part 4b, Knowing God Series

    Contributed by Randy Edwards on Jul 3, 2017
     | 7,527 views

    Part 4b of our real people real problem series from 1st Samuel

    Real People – Real Problems A study of 1 Samuel Part 4b “Knowing God” “The Philistine view” Last week we began a series within a series in our Real People- Real Problems series Called Knowing God I would venture to say a more accurate description to the problem being addressed is “Not ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Our Book For Life Series

    Contributed by Mark Hiehle on Jul 28, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,592 views

    This sermon looks at the Bible as our foundation of faith. It also helps us know how to read and understand scripture.

    This second message in our series “Building a foundation for Life” deals with the Bible as our book for life. The Bible that you have in your hands is like no other book in the entire world. This is because there are only two things in this world that are eternal – God’s Word and people. Isaiah ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    Trinity Sunday - Embracing The Mystery: Understanding The Trinity Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on May 24, 2024
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     | 1,556 views

    The doctrine of the Trinity is one of the most profound and foundational truths of our Christian faith. It may be challenging to fully grasp, but it is essential for us to understand and appreciate the nature of God and His work in our lives.

    Embracing the Mystery: Understanding the Trinity Introduction: Today, we gather to celebrate Trinity Sunday, a day dedicated to contemplating the mystery and majesty of our Triune God—Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. The doctrine of the Trinity is one of the most profound and foundational truths of ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Back To Bible Living Series

    Contributed by Paul Robinson on Sep 15, 2022
     | 2,023 views

    Surveys show that 94% of Americans own a Bible; 90% of us believe it still applies today—yet only half of us read it weekly (including church), and only 29% read it weekly outside of church. There is a disconnect here.

    Opening illustration: Back to school! How about “Back to the Bible” Surveys show that 94% of Americans own a Bible; 90% of us believe it still applies today—yet only half of us read it weekly (including church), and only 29% read it weekly outside of church. There is a disconnect here. Most ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Very Frightening Reading About Hell, How Then To We Avoid It.

    Contributed by Gordon Mcculloch on Sep 28, 2025
     | 117 views

    No matter where we are in our spiritual journey, this parable will quickly return us to earth with a bang. Let us remind ourself of our duty to God and our fellow man.

    Introduction: “This is a frightening reading” What a horrible, and frightening reading that was. For me, this is one of the worst passages in the whole bible, partly because we do not understand it in full, and partly because we do. … No matter where we are in our spiritual journey with the Lord, ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal

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    A Matter Of Interpretation Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Feb 25, 2019
     | 7,585 views

    The Bible is the amazing word of God, but it is not always easy to understand or apply the Bible. God wants us to correctly handle His word, and so we must learn how to interpret it and apply it to our lives.

    Introduction: A. How many of you used to enjoy Jay Leno’s “Headlines” segment on the Tonight Show? 1. Let’s begin with some actual headlines collected from newspapers that are rather ambiguous. 2. It’s clear what the writer was trying to say, but in each case there is a humorous interpretation of ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    "The Peace That Only God Can Give” Series

    Contributed by David Yarbrough on Feb 11, 2002
    based on 68 ratings
     | 13,002 views

    Peace that Jesus gives is not the absence of trouble, but is rather the confidence that He is there with you always.

    Safety consists not in the absence of danger but in the presence of God. John 16:33 33"I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world." NIV Peace that Jesus gives is not the absence of trouble, but is ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Is God Every Ones Father?

    Contributed by William D. Brown on Aug 2, 2008
     | 2,365 views

    Do we belong to a universal brotherhood? Is God the Father of everyone? If God is not the Father of everyone, then who is your Father?

    IS GOD EVERY ONES FATHER? To day we’re going to talk for a little while to do with the fact that God is not every ones Father. LUKE 11:1-4 1And it came to pass, that, as he was praying in a certain place, when he ceased, one of his disciples said unto him, Lord, teach us to pray, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Matthew 13:51 - Understand?! - Part 19 Series

    Contributed by Ross Cochrane on May 4, 2011
    based on 28 ratings
     | 5,867 views

    Is it "WHAT you know or WHO you know"? Or is it that "what you know helps you know He who knows you better than you know yourself". UNDERSTANDING = PUTTING IT ALL TOGETHER ABOUT CHRIST.

    Matthew 13:51 - UNDERSTAND?! - Part 19 Why is He asking me this question? Yes, I understand! Well, not everything but I get most of what He is trying to tell me! Actually I miss quite a lot of what He is saying. OK, OK. I admit it. At times I so don't get it. My teacher in primary school slammed ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational