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  • John Lowe avatar

    Consequences Of Bad Religion

    Contributed by John Lowe on Jun 24, 2013
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    THE JEWISH NATION HELD A PRIVILEGED STATUS WITHIN THE ROMAN EMPIRE, AND THE SANHEDRIN FEARED THAT JESUS WOULD GAIN A LARGE FOLLOWING, CAUSE A CIVIL UPROAR, AND ANGER THE GOVERNING ROMAN EMPIRE. IF THAT HAPPENED, these religious leaders would lose their...

    5-16-2004 Title: Consequences of Bad Religion Text: John 11:47-48, 53 Scripture Reading: John 11:45-53 Introduction CHRIST DIED DURING Passover week in Jerusalem. It was the HIGH HOLY WEEK ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jason Smith avatar

    Who Is The Holy Spirit? Series

    Contributed by Jason Smith on Sep 14, 2013
     | 7,514 views

    There are many different views in the religious world about who/what the Holy Spirit is. Some believe the Holy Spirit is an impersonal force while others believe He is a personal being and God. What do the scriptures say?

    These lessons on the Holy Spirit of God are meant to just “whet your appetite.” I am attempting to condense a good bit of what we see mentioned about the Holy Spirit into 4 lessons. This series could very easily be expanded into 15-20 lessons, if not more. I pray that these lessons will ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Jason Smith avatar

    What Shall We Do? Series

    Contributed by Jason Smith on Sep 15, 2013
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     | 6,004 views

    There are many answers given in the religious world to the question, "What must I do to be saved?". Which answer is correct? Let's examine the first conversion account in Acts to find out what the Holy Spirit's answer is to this important question.

    What a great day for the kingdom of God it must have been when that first sermon was preached by Peter! The door into the kingdom of heaven was opened to the world. That first sermon led to the salvation of about 3000 souls. Let’s put ourselves into the shoes of the people hearing this first ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Community - Weirdest Herd I've Ever Seen!

    Contributed by Art Good on Jun 20, 2017
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    What a great description of the church! A weird mix of people of different generations, different personalities, different ethnic, economic, religious backgrounds, who might never hang out together— except for the fact that we all love Jesus!

    “Weirdest herd I’ve ever seen.” (Show clip from Ice Age 1 where the mammoth saves the saber tooth tiger, Diego. Afterwards Diego asks the mammoth why he risked his life to save him. The mammoth replies, "Because that's what you do when you are a part of a herd. To which the sloth says, ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    Sharing Our Faith Series

    Contributed by Mark Aarssen on Jun 30, 2016
     | 6,096 views

    When we open our mouths about our faith; the love of Jesus should come out. Not religious speak but honest heart felt truth the kind of truth that made you want to trust Jesus with your soul.

    Message: For several weeks we have talked about sharing things; our spiritual gifts, our time, our resources and our treasure. But the most difficult thing that Christians find hard to share today is their faith. It is strange that the one thing most Christians have an abundance of is the hardest ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Rev. Samuel Arimoro avatar

    Things That Give God Joy

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 23, 2025
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    God’s happiness is not based on material offerings or religious rituals but on our obedience, faith, worship, and love for others. When we walk in righteousness, win souls, and serve Him faithfully, we bring Him great joy.

    THINGS THAT GIVE GOD JOY By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Luke 15:7 "I say unto you, that likewise joy shall be in heaven over one sinner that repenteth, more than over ninety and nine just persons, which need no repentance." Supporting Texts: Psalm 147:11, Hebrews 11:6, Micah 6:8, ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Go! And Pray With Confidence Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on May 2, 2025
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     | 841 views

    Prayer is not merely a religious duty; it is a divine privilege. Through prayer, we commune with the Creator of the universe. Yet, how often do we approach God with hesitation, doubting whether He hears us or will answer our petitions?

    Go! And Pray with Confidence 1 John 5:14-15 (NLT): "And we are confident that he hears us whenever we ask for anything that pleases him. And since we know he hears us when we make our requests, we also know that he will give us what we ask for." Introduction: The Privilege of ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Danger Of Handling Holy Things Carelessly Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Aug 1, 2025
     | 240 views

    In today’s world, familiarity with spiritual activities and religious practices can easily lead to a loss of reverence. Many have become casual in the way they handle sacred things — from the Word of God, to the sacraments, to spiritual offices and responsibilities.

    THE DANGER OF HANDLING HOLY THINGS CARELESSLY By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Chronicles 13:7-10 Supporting Texts: Leviticus 10:1-2; 2 Samuel 6:6-7; Numbers 4:15; Hebrews 12:28-29; 1 Corinthians 11:27-30 INTRODUCTION: In today’s world, familiarity with spiritual activities and religious ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Let's Go Back To The Beginning

    Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Aug 13, 2025
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    Most people in the world today reduce Jesus to just a historical religious figure or some prophet of long ago. Some say he is a spiritual force, a wise teacher, or some kind of god among many other gods.

    Let’s Go Back to the Beginning By Bishop Melvin L. Maughmer, Jr. OPENING: - Most people in the world today reduce Jesus to just a historical religious figure or some prophet of long ago. Some say he is a spiritual force, a wise teacher, or some kind of god among many other gods. Others have ...read more

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    Denomination: Apostolic

  • David Owens avatar

    Labeling Jesus Series

    Contributed by David Owens on May 1, 2023
     | 2,850 views

    In this section, Mark sandwiched an incident with Jesus' family and an incident with the Jewish religious leaders to show the judgments people were making about Jesus. In the end, Jesus can only be one of three possibilities: Lord, liar or lunatic.

    A. You’ve heard the old joke: “You can call me anything you want, just don’t call me late for dinner.” 1. Have you ever had someone call you a name that hurt you? We all have, right? 2. Some people call us names to deliberately hurt us, but others sometimes call us names in jest, and yet those ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    A Charge Of Being A Rabble-Rouser Series

    Contributed by Jerry Cosper on May 23, 2023
     | 1,025 views

    The fourth reaction to Jesus’ claims comes from the religious and civil authorities. It paints a clear picture of men in every generation who reject or oppose Jesus. That’s because what Jesus says is tragic for all unbelievers.

    We have been studying the reactions of the people to Jesus’ claims for the past 3 studies. Tonight, we are going to look at a fourth reaction. The fourth reaction to Jesus’ claims comes from the religious and civil authorities. It paints a clear picture of men in every generation who reject or ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    #47 The Barren Fig Tree Series

    Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Jul 25, 2021
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     | 5,973 views

    In Mark 11:12-22 Jesus curses a fig tree and kicks out a bunch of religious people from the temple. Both acts seem pretty straightforward but are in fact extremely momentous events that have far-reaching consequences.

    #47 The Barren Fig Tree Series: Mark Chuck Sligh July 25, 2021 NOTE: A PowerPoint presentation are available for this sermon by request at chuckcsligh@gmail.com. Please mention the title of the sermon and the Bible text to help me find the sermon in my archives. TEXT: Please turn in your Bibles ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Jesus The Bread Of Life

    Contributed by John Gaston on Aug 4, 2021
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     | 6,248 views

    Jesus is unique. All other religious figures don't give you an Artesian well that will never run dry. Neither do they impart eternal life; not only existence, but an existence with joy and happiness for all eternity.

    JESUS THE BREAD OF LIFE John 6:41-51 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. A Pastor told one of his faithful church members, “Mrs. Smith, I appreciate your devotion. You are present at all the services!” 2. Mrs. Smith: “Yes, it’s such a relief, at the end of a long, hard week, to come to church, sit on ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    The True Temple Enters Jerusalem

    Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Dec 27, 2021
     | 1,718 views

    Jesus went into the Temple in Jerusalem and drove out all those who desecrated the house of the LORD, earning the scorn of the religious officials. The Lord Jesus declared Himself to be the true temple of God, holy, spotless, and free from corruption.

    John's account of the life and work of the Lord Jesus included the recording of specific miracles He performed to demonstrate His authority, power, and divinity to His disciples and to those among His countrymen who truly had a hunger for the deeper things of God. There were also those who ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Heart Matters Most - Lessons From Matthew 15 Series

    Contributed by William Akehurst on Jun 12, 2025
     | 461 views

    GOD cares more about the condition of your heart than the traditions you keep. GOD desires genuine inner purity and authentic faith, not religious performance. True righteousness comes from a transformed heart, not outward tradition.

    2025.06.15.Sermon Notes. The Heart Matters Most – Lessons from Matthew 15 When Religion Misses the Point William Akehurst, HSWC Reminder: It’s Father’s Day Scripture: Matthew 15:1-39, Isaiah 29:13, Psalms 51:10, Psalms 139:23-24 INTRODUCTION: JESUS confronts the religious leaders for honoring ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational