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  • Thomas Swope avatar

    The Church Of ‘4’ Collections Series

    Contributed by Thomas Swope on Oct 18, 2012
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    A study of the book of Judges chapter 18

    Judges 18: 1 – 31 The Church Of ‘4’ Collections In those days there was no king in Israel. And in those days the tribe of the Danites was seeking an inheritance for itself to dwell in; for until that day their inheritance among the tribes of Israel had not fallen to them. 2 So ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

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    Faith Under Fire – Attacks On Christians In The U.s.

    Contributed by Thomas Andrufski on Sep 13, 2025
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    In recent days, America has been shaken by the assassination of Christian leader Charlie Kirk. Following Jesus publicly will invite spiritual resistance, but the Church must face hostility with truth, holiness, and courageous love.

    Faith Under Fire – Attacks on Christians in the U.S. Text: John 15:18–20; 1 Peter 4:12–14; Romans 12:21 (KJV) John 15:18-20 (KJV) If the world hate you, ye know that it hated me before it hated you. 19 If ye were of the world, the world would love his own: but because ye are not of the world, but I ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Strong Drink Series

    Contributed by D Marion Clark on Oct 30, 2012
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    Jesus knew about strong drink. His whole life was but a preparation to drink, not a jigger, but a full cup down to the last dregs.

    Introduction Some people questioned me about the title of this sermon, “Strong Drink.” How much do I know about strong drink? Actually, nothing; not because of virtue so much as repulsion. Those shows that show a guy tossing down a jigger of whiskey, then shaking his head and ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    It's Time To Unfold Your Deck Chair

    Contributed by J Jeffrey Smead on May 19, 2017
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    Lucy said, "On the great cruise ship of life, some people take their deck chairs to the bow. And some people take their deck chairs to the stern. Where do you put your deck chair, Charlie Brown?" Charlie replied "I can't even get my deck chair unfolded."

    For those not familiar with an Anglican Service there are four Scripture readings prior to the Message or Homily. Today's assigned readings are: Acts 17:22-34; Psalm 66:7-18; 1 Peter 3:13-22 and John 14:15-21. In a "Peanuts" strip, ... Charlie Brown and Lucy were discussing ... theology. Lucy ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    Pluralism Vs. Exclusivism

    Contributed by Daniel Dennison on Oct 17, 2006
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    A biblical look at the ideas posed by religious pluralism and religious exclusivism.

    Vespers, 1-31-06 1"Do not let your hearts be troubled. Trust in God[a]; trust also in me. 2In my Father’s house are many rooms; if it were not so, I would have told you. I am going there to prepare a place for you. 3And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come back and take you to be with ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Christian Liberty And Conflicts With Culture

    Contributed by Mark Aarssen on Apr 13, 2015
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    A mature Christian knows the limits of his liberty in Christ and understands that love is the measure of that liberty.

    Message: In this chapter of the Bible we are introduced to Christian Liberty and the responsibility of properly exercising it. How does our liberty impact those around us in the church and our culture? When are we free to do as we please knowing that what we are doing is not a sin? Is the ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    When Leadership Fails A Congregation

    Contributed by Gordon Brownlee on Nov 3, 2023
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    When leadership hurts a congregation there has to be a way for the people of God to heal.

    Video Presentation https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OvHs2i4S92k When leadership oversteps their bounds there is a compounded effect upon the lives of the people they once served. Most recently the news has highlighted a minister who has engaged in certain nefarious activities for over twenty ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    The Power Of Love

    Contributed by Christian Cheong on Apr 23, 2007
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    There is only one power at work in the last week of Jesus’ life - not Pilate’s, not the religious leaders’ - but the power of His love for the world. This power kept Him silent and drove Him to the cross.

    John 15:9-13 9 "As the Father has loved me, so have I loved you. Now remain in my love. 10 If you obey my commands, you will remain in my love, just as I have obeyed my Father’s commands and remain in his love. 11 I have told you this so that my joy may be in you and that your joy may be complete. ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    "All Hail The King!"

    Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Jun 18, 2013
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    The Triumphal Entry ushered in Jesus' final week before his crucifixion. He was gathering a greater following and the religious leaders didn't like that. Jesus was being hailed as king.

    “ALL HAIL THE KING!” John 12:12-19 1) All hail the King! (Vs. 12-13). “The great crowd”. It was near the Passover and the week long Feast of Unleavened Bread celebration, where the population in Jerusalem rose from about 50,000 to over two million. Even though there was a ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Handle With Care!

    Contributed by Curt Cizek on Sep 27, 2008
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    Jesus’ parable of the vineyard was a stern warning to the Jewish religious leaders of His day. It is also a warning we should heed lest our seat in His kingdom be given to someone else.

    -Has it ever happened to you? -Have you ever “lost” something that “belonged” to you? -I don’t mean “lost” and “belonged” in the same way you are thinking -I really mean, has somebody ever given something that you thought should be yours to somebody else instead -How did that feel? Probably about ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Don't Deny Gravity - It Hurts! Series

    Contributed by Tim May on Apr 26, 2015
     | 4,917 views

    Peter and John looked the religious leaders in the eyes, which truth would actually be heard? Peter and John were determined to make sure it would be their truth that would stand the test of time.

    INTRODUCTION: We had been out in the field for about a week moving from one position to another. This time we had stopped for a short rest. It was late in the morning, probably around 2am so I was standing around with several Marines when one of them asked, “Hey Chaps do you believe in ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    An Outline For Acts 6:8-15

    Contributed by Jonathan Spurlock on Jul 30, 2021
     | 2,968 views

    Stephen was a willing worker for the Church in the days of the Apostles. There were some people, including religious leaders, who didn't like him and made plans to do something to him.

    An Outline for Acts 6:8-15 Introduction: Stephen was one of the original seven men chosen to assist the apostles (see Acts 6:1-7). He was able to more than just assist in distribution of food, as he performed “great wonders and miracles among the people” and even engaged in dialogue with members ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Unexpected Jesus (Sermon 2) Defying Expectations Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Sep 4, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,227 views

    Throughout His earthly ministry, Jesus consistently defied expectations. Whether it was the religious leaders of the day, the multitudes, or even His own disciples, Jesus was always more than people anticipated.

    The Unexpected Jesus (Sermon 2) Defying Expectations Introduction Today, I want to take you on a journey to explore a profound and often surprising aspect of our Saviour—what I like to call "The Unexpected Jesus." Throughout His earthly ministry, Jesus consistently defied expectations. ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Overcome Fear With Caleb's Spirit

    Contributed by Clement Swarnappa on Jul 15, 2023
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    - David went through a great deal in the hands of Saul and his enemies - It took almost 25 years to become the king of Israel since his anointing when he was just 13 years old (1 Sam 16)

    Overcome fear with Caleb's Spirit Psalm 27:1 The Lord is my light and my salvation— whom shall I fear? The Lord is the stronghold of my life— of whom shall I be afraid? When we continue to read V 2-3, 2When the wicked advance against me to devour me, it is my enemies and my foes ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    The Unclaimed

    Contributed by Jeremy Poling on Jun 4, 2014
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     | 4,913 views

    Jesus has claimed the souls of the saved as his own.

    Thank you Rev. Myron Smith The Unclaimed Deut 6:1-11 Now these are the commandments, the statutes, and the judgments, which the LORD your God commanded to teach you, that ye might do them in the land whither ye go to possess it: 2 That thou mightest fear the LORD thy God, to keep all his ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal