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  • Otis McMillan avatar

    Living A Life Of Goodness And Peace And Joy In The Holy Spirit (How Christian Ought To Behave)

    Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Feb 24, 2022
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    To preserve the unity and influence of the church, believers must offer mutual acceptance in non-essentials of the Christian faith. They should also resist the temptation to judge one another or condemn one another for what we believe about non-essentials tenets of the faith.

    Sermon “Living a Life of Goodness and Peace and Joy in the Holy Spirit” Scripture Lesson: Romans 14:1-17 “Accept other believers who are weak in faith, and don’t argue with them about what they think is right or wrong. 2 For instance, one person believes it’s all right to eat anything. But another ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    The Way Of Escape Series

    Contributed by C. Philip Green on Aug 20, 2022
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    If you want to escape sin in times of temptation, realize how much God has blessed you, resist the desire for evil, rely on God for your way of escape. Then take that way of escape and run! Run from the idolatry that will eventually destroy you.

    For six months, a farmer near Regensburg, Germany, worked in vain to capture his runaway bull. The bull had escaped in the summer and hid out in the Bavarian woods. The farmer attempted to lasso the animal, but the bull would always slip away into the woods. Once, the farmer tried shooting the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    Why Do Christians Sin?

    Contributed by David Cambridge on May 13, 2003
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     | 6,586 views

    This lesson explains why Christians sin and offers several practical, scriptural steps in avoiding sin.

    Why Do Christians Sin? Introduction 1. Speaking of man generally, the Scriptures state the following fact: "For all have sinned, and come short of the glory of God;" (Romans 3:23) "For there is not a righteous man on earth, that does good continually, and never sins." (Ecclesiastes 7:20) 2. ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Stand Strong

    Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Aug 29, 2023
     | 2,689 views

    Our battle against the devil is a spiritual battle, but God equips us with what we need. God strengthens us as we make use of the resources He has already provided us that Paul calls the full armor of God.

    We have several in our church family that have served our country in the military. For all of you that have served, you know how important it is to be trained for battle. During the closing months of World War II, Nazi Germany became so desperate that they initiated the Volksturm, the people's ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Sifting Work Of Satan

    Contributed by Wilson Oshorakpor on Mar 8, 2025
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    You are on Satan's sifting list. Every believer must pass through the sifting process as God gives the devil permission to test his children.

    TEXT: Luke 22:31-34 (NLT) “Simon, Simon, Satan has asked to sift each of you like wheat. But I have pleaded in prayer for you, Simon, that your faith should not fail. So when you have repented and turned to me again, strengthen your brothers.” Peter said, “Lord, I am ready to go to prison with you, ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Key To A Good Life Series

    Contributed by Tim White on Mar 5, 2012
    based on 15 ratings
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    The wise father shares with his children the keys to getting the most out of life.

    Keys To A Good Life Proverbs 1:8-19 Wisdom can come in strange ways. Illus. Two men were out hunting in the northern U.S. Suddenly one yelled and the other looked up to see a grizzly charging them. The first started to frantically put on his tennis shoes and his friend anxiously asked, "What are ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Beginning Of The Gospel Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Mar 13, 2023
     | 2,718 views

    As is characteristic of Mark's Gospel, he quickly identifies that his subject is "the gospel of Jesus Christ, the Son of God," and then immediately introduces John the Baptizer, the forerunner of Jesus, and then immediately tells about Jesus' baptism and temptation.

    A. When you are writing a story, you want to catch your reader’s attention from the very start, right? 1. Here are some opening lines from actual books – some are famous, some not so famous. 2. “If you're going to read this, don't bother.” Choke 3. “I come from Des Moines. Somebody had ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Brazen Altar And Laver Series

    Contributed by Rodney Fry on Jun 29, 2005
    based on 17 ratings
     | 7,307 views

    we will walk through that gate on our way toward the presence of God, represented by the fire burning on the mercy seat in the Holy of Holies inside the tabernacle.

    The Brazen Altar and Laver By: Bro. Rodney A. Fry - Pastor New Hope Baptist Church Exodus 27: 1 –8 30: 17-21 Last week in our study we stood before the awesome, white-curtained fence that surrounded the courtyard in which that unusual tent of worship stood. We saw that the pure, white linen ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Tried And True Series

    Contributed by Perry Greene on Aug 1, 2013
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    We are often tempted to sin as well as tested in our faith. This part of the prayer is a reminder for the source of our power to overcome such temptations.

    1. The saying, "Opportunity only knocks once," has been around for a long time. A recent caveat to this saying has been added, "but temptation bangs at the door constantly." 2. Matthew 6.13 3. Yeshua (Jesus) knew of what he spoke -- Matthew 4; Luke 4 -- note: 13 And when the devil had ended every ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    I Know You're There!!!

    Contributed by Jeff Pearce on Jun 18, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 2,390 views

    HOW TO LIVE DAY TO DAY WITH THE TEMPTATION AND TRAILS WE FACE FROM THE SATAN.

    I KNOW YOU’RE THERE INTRO: JESUS IS BAPTIZED 1: MATT 3:16-17 A) THE BAPTISM B) IT’S A VICTORIOUS THING FOR A MAN OR WOMAN C) CHRIST WAS BAPTIZED TO SHOW HIS OBEDIENCE AND HUMILITY TO THE FATHER D) HEAVEN WAS OPENED, THE SPIRIT OF GOD DESCENED UPON HIM, A DOVE A LIGHT WAS UPON HIM POINT: THIS ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    Qualities That A Mature Christian Strives For SermonCentral

    Contributed by SermonCentral on Oct 24, 2023
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    Benchmarks for maturing in Christ

    Good morning, my dear brothers and sisters in Christ. It is indeed a blessing to be gathered together in this sacred space, united in our love for the Lord and our desire to grow in our faith. As we come together this morning, we are embarking on a journey, a journey of spiritual growth and ...read more

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    Fourth Sunday In Ordinary Time, B-- My Inner Demons

    Contributed by Paul Andrew on Dec 26, 2023
     | 1,305 views

    The demon uses the object pronoun “us,” which is non-binary.

    I saw a sweatshirt that said, “I Stopped Fighting My Inner Demons because I realized we’re On the Same Side.” Although most deviant behavior may be explained by natural causes, psychotics, for example, suffer from a loss of object reality while demons are separate spiritual beings. Psychology can ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

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    The Dangers Of Compromise Series

    Contributed by Shawn Drake on Mar 9, 2025
    based on 2 ratings
     | 7,924 views

    This is the 15th Sermon in the Series from the Book of Judges, "Spiritual Decay".

    Series: Spiritual Decay [#15] THE DANGERS OF COMPROMISE Judges 16:1-31 Introduction: Our text serves as a strong reminder of the dangers of compromise in our spiritual lives. At its core, we see how Samson, a man chosen by God and blessed with incredible strength, succumbed to temptation and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Standing Firm Against The Devil Series

    Contributed by David Welch on May 1, 2018
     | 10,724 views

    Message 16 from Philippians expanding on Paul's admonition to stand firm. This message deals with standing firm against the devil.

    “Stand Firm against the schemes of the Devil” Paul’s letter to the Philippians offers some key elements to “Maintaining the Joy of the Lord No Matter What”. 1. ADOPT THE RIGHT AXIS – Passion to praise exalt Christ 2. MAINTAIN THE RIGHT ATTITUDE – Passion to please Christ 3. PURSUE THE RIGHT AIM – ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

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    Jesus Surrenders To His Father’s Will

    Contributed by Dennis Selfridge on Jun 26, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,777 views

    Showing how Jesus surrendered to His Father's will

    It is the VETERAN, not the preacher, who has given us freedom of religion. It is the VETERAN, not the reporter, who has given us freedom of the press. It is the VETERAN, not the poet, who has given us freedom of speech. It is the VETERAN, not the campus organizer, who has given us freedom to ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan