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  • Byron Sherman avatar

    Accepted(Recognized) Christian Authority-1

    Contributed by Byron Sherman on Aug 29, 2011
     | 3,761 views

    1 of 3. Paul approached Timothy thru a accepted authority. The faithful Christian accepts God’s authority. How do the faithful recognize Christian authority? A qualifier of an accepted Christian authority is...

    ACCEPTED(Recognized) CHRISTIAN AUTHORITY-I—1Timothy 1:1-2 In order to fill the shoes of the faithful, one must first recognize his/her authority. The greeting of the letter is contained in :1-2: It contains the Writer, Recipient, the Authority by which it is sent, & Blessings. Paul approached ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Heaven Series

    Contributed by Travis Markes on Aug 30, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 22,314 views

    A look at heaven and hell

    “Heaven!” 2 Corinthians 12:1-7 Today, I’m going to be talking about heaven. A man died and went to heaven. St. Peter asked him, “Why should I let you into heaven?” The guy said, “Well, I tried to help other people.” “Can you give me an ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Now Standing Up At The Plate - Michael Series

    Contributed by Thomas Swope on Oct 12, 2012
     | 6,722 views

    A study of the book of Daniel chapter 12

    Daniel 12: 1 – 13 Now Standing Up At The Plate - Michael “At that time Michael shall stand up, the great prince who stands watch over the sons of your people; And there shall be a time of trouble, such as never was since there was a nation, even to that time. And at that time your ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

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    Government Series

    Contributed by Dean Rhine on Nov 12, 2012
     | 6,881 views

    The role of government

    Romans 13 a- Government Turn with me this morning, to the book of Romans, chapter 13. We have been going through the book of Romans together, and today we come to the 13th chapter. In the book of Romans, Paul tells us that we have good news - even though we deserve condemnation for our sins -- ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Passing The Test Series

    Contributed by Dean Rhine on Nov 12, 2012
     | 6,461 views

    Passing the test

    Passing the Test - 1 Timothy 3 - 10/18/08 Join me in turning to the book of 1 Timothy, chapter 3. Timothy is towards the end of the New Testament, in the second half of the Bible. We have been going through this book together. This time of year can be a scary time for kids in school, because ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Draw Near - Part Two

    Contributed by Tim Vamosi on Jan 12, 2011
     | 3,595 views

    A sign of genuine faith in Christ is seen in the heart of the person who has a genuine longing to be in close proximity to their Heavenly Father

    OPEN: - We are dealing with the issue of disconnectedness in our relationship with the Lord. And how we can draw near. This is a passage of Scripture that follows a warning James gives to his readers on the issue of pride. Every spring there is an international competition called the "Wacky ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Less Of Me, More Of Him Intro Series

    Contributed by Joseph Stapleton on Jan 12, 2011
    based on 6 ratings
     | 28,342 views

    This is a re-write of a series I wrote many years ago, about giving God room to work in our lives, the intro sermon speaks of selfishness giving way to service in God's kingdom

    LESS OF ME . . . MORE OF HIM (All my sermons us illustrations found on www.sermoncentral.com and all scripture is NIV unless otherwise noted) (This series of sermons, is a complete re-write of another series I wrote years ago called, When We Move Out God Moves In) Many years ago, a good ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    First Fruits

    Contributed by Jeremy Poling on May 16, 2013
    based on 1 rating
     | 17,763 views

    give and it will given back

    Part Five - First Fruits Tithing Proverbs 3:9-10 KJV 9 Honour the Lord with thy substance, and with the firstfruits of all thine increase: 10 So shall thy barns be filled with plenty, and thy presses shall burst out with new wine. God wants us to know that He comes first, it is impossible for ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Who Is This One Called Jesus

    Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Jun 3, 2013
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,346 views

    This sermon looks at what can Jesus offer us since He is God and has existed from all of eternity.

    Who Is This One Called Jesus John 1:1-5 One of the ways that we prepare eulogies is to make an appointment with the family and try to get as many of them present as possible. We then begin to ask them questions about the deceased. We ask things such as give “me a one word ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    The Life You Really Want To Live Series

    Contributed by C. Philip Green on Jun 4, 2013
     | 5,686 views

    If you want to truly live, then acknowledge that Jesus is the Christ headed for the cross and follow Him anyway even if it might cost you everything.

    City Slickers is a movie that describes the adventures of three friends having mid-life crises. They escape the city and head west for a two-week cattle run to discover what's important in life. Before they leave, Mitch (played by Billy Crystal) shares what he does for a living at Dad's Day at ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    Another Counsellor / Love & Obedience

    Contributed by Roger Whipp on Dec 31, 2014
     | 6,048 views

    Accepting and not just giving lip service to the Holy Spirit. Just one of God's gift to us given out of an unconditional love.

    Another Councellor John14 v15-31. Love & Obedience: Love is one of the most powerful emotions we have. The actress Joan Crawford once said “Love is a fire but whether it warms your heart or burns your house down, you can never tell!” Love can motivate, give pleasure, hurt even ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    Surprising Endings Series

    Contributed by E. True Neilson on Jan 29, 2015
    based on 1 rating
     | 9,622 views

    Though God is never mentioned in this book, his fingerprints are all over the story of the heroic Esther and Mordecai. Study along as we discuss the ins and outs of living for God in a godless culture.

    LIVING FOR GOD IN A GODLESS CULTURE Surprise Endings: Esther 2:1-18 INTRODUCTION -A few weeks ago Shelly Szekely texted me to ask what to say when someone else uses the Lord’s name in vain. -It struck me that it kind of depends on who the person is. -What if they are a non-Christian? What if ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Forgiveness Series

    Contributed by Ed Sasnett on Feb 11, 2015
    based on 1 rating
     | 9,138 views

    To be transformed we must forgive.

    Series: Resolutions Worth Making Title: Forgiveness Text: Matthew 18:21-35 Truth: To be transformed we must forgive. Aim: To encourage forgiveness. INTRODUCTION Louie Zamperini is the subject of the current hit movie Unbroken. He was born in 1917 in New York, then, shortly afterward, his family ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Balaam And His Donkey Series

    Contributed by Stephen Sheane on Feb 18, 2015
    based on 4 ratings
     | 36,789 views

    What to do when you find yourself walking outside of God's will for your life.

    A farmer who wanted to sell his donkey. A potential buyer showed up and looked the animal over. He asked if he could hitch him up to the wagon and see how he worked. The farmer did so and climbed up into the wagon with the customer handing him the reins. The customer tapped the reins but the donkey ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

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    "Yongghwan Style" Or The Glory Of God And Necessity Of Praise

    Contributed by Johnny Wilson on Feb 21, 2015
     | 5,879 views

    Even when you think you can't deal with it anymore, praise is part of God's plan for moving you forward.l

    Obviously, Koreans are getting a lot of attention from PSY’s video about Gangnam Style, his parody of materialism, status, and shallowness. It’s funny. It’s preposterous. It’s entertaining. But this morning, I want to talk about “Yonggwan Style.” If I ...read more

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    Denomination: *other