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  • Otis McMillan avatar

    Striving For Excellence Means Picking Godly Friends Series

    Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Aug 8, 2023
     | 1,789 views

    We often think that self-control comes from within, yet many of our actions depend just as much on our friends and family as ourselves. Those we surround ourselves with have the power to make us better or worse. Daniel knew how to pick godly friends. Do you, your success might depend it.

    Sermon – Striving for Excellence Means Picking Godly Friends Scripture Lessons - Daniel 1:6 Now among these were of the children of Judah, Daniel, Hananiah, Mishael, and Azariah: Daniel picked godly friends who were willing to stand with him. They stood with him in his decision not to eat the ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    "Shrewd Is Good:" The Unjust Steward

    Contributed by Dennis Lee on Aug 13, 2023
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    This week’s “Parables to Live By,” has been a mystery for many, and one of the most challenging so far. It’s the parable, “The Unjust Steward.” It’s a story that can easily come straight out of this week’s news. Come and find out why Jesus commends shrewdness.

    Parable to Live By? “Shrewd is Good:" The Unjust Steward Luke 16:1-13 Watch on YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=izRqMHh8ByA This parable has always been somewhat of a mystery to many and why it was even taught by Jesus, so I’ve done multiple studies on it, especially with ...read more

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    Denomination: Foursquare

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    "would Jesus Allow Women To Speak In Church?"

    Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Aug 13, 2023
     | 2,211 views

    This sermon looks at the passage, "Women Should Be Silent In The Church" What Did Paul mean when he wrote this phrase

    Would Jesus Allow Women To Speak In Church? 1 Corinthians 14:26-35 Bridge City Church 8/11/2023 Jesus is to be our role model in everything in the life of the church and outside of the church. Jesus was the greatest liberator of women from all walks of life that the world has ever known. The first ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    The Gift Of Rest

    Contributed by Loyd C. Taylor on Aug 22, 2023
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     | 2,910 views

    In this message we will look at a gift that will bring true, sweet, peaceful rest!

    INTRODUCTION: We are living in a world where the average person desperately needs rest! Not sleep, but true genuine, refreshing rest! Many seek after and will trip all over themselves for the opportunity to win a free vacation, which ends up not being free at all. In this message we will look at a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Five Types Of Death In The Garden Of Eden

    Contributed by Jm Raja Lawrence on Aug 26, 2023
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    In the idyllic Garden of Eden, humanity's origin intertwined with tragedy. Five distinct types of death emerged—spiritual, physical, social, eternal, and innocence. These deaths, consequences of choices, forever shaped human history.

    Five types of Death in the Garden of Eden Introduction: Greetings, beloved congregation, as we gather to explore a pivotal passage in the Book of Genesis. In the chapters before us, we witness the unfolding of profound truths about life, choices, and the consequences of disobedience. Our journey ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Are You In Or Out?

    Contributed by Ken Mckinley on Sep 9, 2022
     | 3,379 views

    John gives us three ways in which a believer can test his/her faith, and in which a non-believer can honestly see that they have deceived themself

    Are You In or Out? Text: 1 John 2:18-21 OPEN WITH PRAYER AND THANKSGIVING Listen, all of us can see what’s happening in the world around us, and when we go to Scripture, and we look into the Word of God, and we read through what Jesus and the Apostles say the world will be like before the return ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    How To Study The Bible Like A Pro - Class #8e - Methods Of Bible Study - Conclusion Series

    Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Sep 13, 2022
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     | 1,723 views

    The Continuation of Class 8d and the Conclusion of the Course

    E. Literary Formats When reading the Bible it becomes evident that it is comprised of many different literary formats each of which is utilized to a different end. Correctly identifying the various types of writing in the Bible is a skill that will enhance your personal Bible study in allowing you ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Victory Series

    Contributed by Doug Fannon on Nov 9, 2020
    based on 3 ratings
     | 9,653 views

    Final message in the sermon series of "Spiritual Warfare." Our faith in Jesus gives us the victory. Our call is clear, we are to overcome the world. All Bible references are from the NASB.

    Over the last 4+ months, we have been examining this thing we call spiritual warfare. Whether we realize it or not, our everyday lives in engulfed in spiritual warfare. We have temptations we fight, struggles against evil, culture around us assault our Christian values. We look at this past ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Kingdom Of God Is Series

    Contributed by Edward Hardee on Nov 15, 2020
     | 5,426 views

    What the kingdom of God is and is not.

    Title: The Kingdom of God is Near – What is the kingdom of God? Theme: Understanding what the true Kingdom of God is. Text: Matthew 3:1 – 2, Mark 1:14 - 15 Note: Some of this message is from the note of: The Kingdom of God is Near by Sermon Central Introduction: John preached the Kingdom of ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    The Sacrifices God Is Pleased With Series

    Contributed by Isaiah Banjo on Nov 30, 2020
     | 7,337 views

    It is “through Jesus” that your sacrifices can be acceptable. Anything short of that is totally unacceptable. The only person God told that he is pleased with was Jesus. When a man does not listen to Jesus, such a man cannot please God.

    Through Jesus, therefore, let us continually offer to God a sacrifice of Praise – the fruit of lips that confess his name. And do not forget to do good and to share with others, for with such sacrifices, God is pleased. (NIV) Hebrews 13:15-16 Quite a lot to identify in this scripture. 1. The ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Taking Up The Mantle

    Contributed by Bryan Lassiter on Dec 4, 2020
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,014 views

    Advent 2, 2020 We are challenged by Mark's gospel to take up the mantle of Isaiah - just like John the Baptist

    Taking up the Mantle Mark 1:1-8 Matthew has a Christmas story in which Joseph is prominent. Luke has a Christmas story. Even John has a Christmas story from a cosmic perspective where the Word became flesh. But is there a Christmas story in Mark? Let us see. From first appearances, it kinda ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Bob Marcaurelle avatar

    4. The Life Of Abraham The Man Who Was Called A Friend Of God Series

    Contributed by Bob Marcaurelle on Dec 19, 2019
     | 5,353 views

    A biographical sermon on Abraham's first step to God, his long walk with God and his arrival in the presence of God.

    The Old testament Story 3. THE LIFE OF ABRAHAM THE FATHER OF THREE RELIGIONS Gen. 12-25 “I will make from you a great nation and I will bless you / and all the people’s on earth will be blessed through you.” (Genesis 12:2-3) OT Outline A. Period One: The Beginnings of Mankind (Genesis 1-11) B. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Douglas Phillips avatar

    What Does It Mean To Be Born Again

    Contributed by Douglas Phillips on Apr 20, 2017
     | 6,355 views

    TODAY I WISH TO TALK WITH YOU ABOUT WHAT I CONSIDER TO BE THE CRUCIAL BIBLICAL TEACHING FOR PEOPLE TODAY. THIS IS AN AREA WHERE THERE ARE NO OPTIONS. TODAY, WE TALK ABOUT WHAT IT MEANS TO BE BORN AGAIN.

    WHAT DOES IT MEAN TO BE BORN AGAIN JOHN 3:1-18 WE HAVE BEEN TAKING TIME TO LOOK AT SOME OF THE BASIC THEOLOGICAL BELIEFS THAT WE FOLLOW AS CHRISTIANS. I WANT TO MAKE IT CLEAR THAT THESE ARE DENOMINATIONAL BELIEFS AS WELL, BUT FIRST AND FOREMOST THEY ARE CHRISTIAN BELIEFS, FORMED ON THE SECURE ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Infinite, Immense And Goodness Of God Series

    Contributed by Derek Geldart on Apr 24, 2017
    based on 3 ratings
     | 10,782 views

    While comprehending the ineffable is a task beyond human ability, through the Spirit of God our souls who yearn for Him can be close to Him. This first part of this series will look at the infinity, immensity and goodness of God.

    ATTRIBUTES OF GOD PART1: INFINITE, IMMENSE, GOOD Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/?page_id=3567 “Lord how great is our dilemma, in thy presence silence best becomes us but love inflames our hearts and constrains us to speak. Were we to hold our peace the stones would cry out, yet if ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Stop Thief! Series

    Contributed by James Dorman on May 3, 2017
     | 4,663 views

    A sermon on the prohibition against theft.

    Stop thief! Exodus 20:15; Ephesians 4:28 INTRODUCTION AG: A Sunday school teacher was teaching her class about the difference between right and wrong. "All right children, let’s take another example," she said. "If I were to get into a man’s pocket and take his billfold with all his money, what ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist