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  • Gerald Roberts avatar

    "Lose Your Mind"

    Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Oct 3, 2017
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     | 8,732 views

    We all do some crazy things in life.The text today relates how Paul did a few mind boggling things as a follower of Jesus.

    The other day I was going downstairs and going to the wash room and forgot what I was going down there for. I jumped up from watching a ballgame and ran to the refrigerator and opened it, but I forgot what I went for. I laid my coffee down and went on about my business and forgot where I put ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Israel’s Greatest General (1of 2)

    Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Feb 1, 2022
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    In our text we read of Israel’s greatest general. His name is Joshua. In Joshua 23, Joshua had reached the golden years of his life.

    Look at verse 1. We read, “...Joshua waxed old and stricken in age.” When we consider Joshua’s age, we need to consider TWO things. (1) Look at the phrase, “...stricken in age.” Today it seems many folks are fighting a battle with old age. Illus: One man in Missouri said, “It is rough ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Canaanites Series

    Contributed by John Lowe on Feb 5, 2022
     | 1,766 views

    The Canaanites lived in the land of Canaan, an area which, according to ancient texts, may have included parts of modern-day Israel, Palestine, Lebanon, Syria, and Jordan.

    The Canaanites Who Were the Canaanites? The Canaanites lived in the land of Canaan, an area which, according to ancient texts, may have included parts of modern-day Israel, Palestine, Lebanon, Syria, and Jordan. Much of what scholars know about the Canaanites comes from records left by the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Family Business (2018)

    Contributed by John Williams Iii on Oct 20, 2022
     | 1,188 views

    How would you have felt if you had been Mary? Today’s text points out three important things, separation, recovery and discipleship.

    THE FAMILY BUSINESS Text: Luke 2:41 - 52 The late John Hughes is one of my favorite filmmakers. He was known for making many come-of-age movies like Pretty in Pink, The Breakfast Club, Ferris Beuller’s Day Off, Weird Science, Uncle Buck. He was also well known for two classic ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    The Kingdom Of Heaven

    Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Jul 27, 2020
     | 3,146 views

    We see in the text a different idea of what heaven is like, It like a mustard seed, it like Yeast, Its like a treasure in the field, and its like a net.

    The Kingdom of Heaven Matthew 13:31-33, 44-52 1. Jesus wants us to know what Heaven is like many many places in the Scripture we learn about Heaven • The Scriptures say God dwells there Ecclesiastics says God “God is in heaven • Texts tells us it’s a city, Matthew tells us it’s a garden, John ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Chasing Illusions

    Contributed by John Williams Iii on Feb 11, 2021
     | 2,016 views

    The text today suggests how our pilgrimage can be navigated incorrectly due to deception which is why we must be vigilant in our daily journey as Christians.

    CHASING ILLUSIONS Text: II Corinthians 4:3 - 6 2 Corinthians 4:3-6  And even if our gospel is veiled, it is veiled to those who are perishing.  (4)  In their case the god of this world has blinded the minds of the unbelievers, to keep them from seeing the light of the gospel of the ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Bitter Complaints: Born To Trouble Series

    Contributed by Amiri Hooker on Oct 10, 2021
     | 2,197 views

    Job speaks his prayers out loud in our text for this week. He shares his brokenness and mostly his feeling that God is not listening any longer.

    MAIN TEXT: In a way, a lot has transpired between last week’s reading and this one. In another way, nothing much has changed. Job is still on the ash heap. Job is still iN A place of bitter complaints. The companions who sat in silence with Job for seven days (2:13) now try and blame Job for his ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Getting Paid To Raise Your Own Child

    Contributed by Jerry Shirley on May 5, 2005
    based on 350 ratings
     | 23,157 views

    Some good Mother’s Day funnies lead into this study of Jochebed, mother of Moses...who was paid to raise her own child. Link to Formatted text and Powerpoint included.

    Getting Paid to Raise Your Own Child Exodus 2:1-10 and Hebrews 11:23-28 Link at bottom: What My Mother Taught Me My mother taught me TO APPRECIATE A JOB WELL DONE: "If you’re going to kill each other, do it outside - I just finished cleaning!" My mother taught me RELIGION: ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Dealing With Discouragement

    Contributed by Clarence Clough on Mar 10, 2009
     | 4,424 views

    Verse 12 of our text directs us to be followers of them who through faith and patience inherited the promises (them = those listed in Scripture in general and in the book of Hebrews in particular).

    DEALING WITH DISCOURAGEMENT Text: Heb. 6:9-20 Introduction: Discouragement--you know what the word means. We, each one of us, have had our battles with dicouragement. The Lord directs us to cast our cares on Him because He ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Hakuna Matata

    Contributed by Joe Harding on Apr 18, 2001
    based on 54 ratings
     | 8,469 views

    Our text for today speaks of a would be king/ leader who was having a similar struggle as was young Simba. How do you replace the greatest leader in all the history of your nation?

    “HAKUNA MATATA” JOSHUA 1: 1-9; 3: 1-8, 14-17 FEBRUARY 18, 2001 INTRODUCTION: Hakuna Matata! What a wonderful Phrase. Hakuna Matata! Ain’t no passing craze. It means no worries for the rest of your days. It’s our problem-free philosophy. Hakuna Matata! From the movie “The Lion King.” ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Jesus & The Traditions Of The Elders

    Contributed by John Gaston on Aug 25, 2021
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,493 views

    Jesus regularly received criticism from the religious authorities who were seeking to discredit Him. He turned it around as an opportunity to teach us that we need a new heart.

    JESUS & THE TRADITIONS OF THE ELDERS Mark 7:1-23 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: GETTING IT WRONG 1. Back in the cowboy days, a westbound wagon train was lost and low on food. At last they saw an old Jewish Rabbi, sitting beneath a tree. 2. The leader rushed to him and said, "We're lost ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Abram's Word From God Series

    Contributed by Carl Allen on Mar 17, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,135 views

    Just as God has a Word for Abram to keep him going, God also has a word for you and me. This passage of the text helps us to understand how God communicates with us.

    Abraham: Following In the Footsteps Of Faith ABRAM’S WORD FROM GOD Gen. 15:1-6 Intro: Years ago Dr. Seuss published a children’s book entitled "Horton Hears a Who". This book is about an elephant named Horton who hears voices coming from a little speck of dust. The story relates how Horton placed ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    What Manifests In Your Life?

    Contributed by Joel Santos on Nov 8, 2004
    based on 69 ratings
     | 7,318 views

    The title of this text in the Bible is called "The Lord Helps His Troubled People." In our lives we encounter troubles and difficulties and as a natural response we become discouraged and defeated.

    During Your Troubled Times WHAT MANIFESTS IN YOUR LIFE? Psalm 3:1-8 “O LORD, how my adversaries have increased! Many are rising up against me. Many are saying of my soul, "There is no deliverance for him in God." Selah. But You, O LORD, are a shield about me, My glory, and the One who lifts my ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Prepare For Action Series

    Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Apr 13, 2015
    based on 57 ratings
     | 42,086 views

    Our text speaks of preparation for living a successful Christian life. Prepare what? 1- Prepare your mind 2- Prepare your body 3- Prepare your heart

    INTRO.- Prepare for action. Prepare for what? It could be anything. ILL.- My dad was born in 1910 and our family didn’t have a car until the late 1940‘s. The first car I remember we had was a 1947 or 48 Chevy. When I was very small we took a trip in that car to Albuquerque, New Mexico, and ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Power Of Faith In God

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Apr 17, 2025
     | 537 views

    Faith is the foundation of our relationship with God. It is the currency of the Kingdom and the key that unlocks the supernatural. Without faith, we cannot please God, and without faith, we cannot receive from God.

    THE POWER OF FAITH IN GOD By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Hebrews 11:1–6 Supporting Texts: Mark 11:22–24, Romans 4:17–21, Matthew 17:20, James 1:6, Luke 1:37 INTRODUCTION: Faith is the foundation of our relationship with God. It is the currency of the Kingdom and the key that unlocks the ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God