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  • Joel Pankow avatar

    How Do We Live In A Hate Filled World? We Love.

    Contributed by Joel Pankow on May 14, 2020
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    Cain murdered Abel. Why? How does God respond? How do we respond differently in a hate and anger filled world? We love.

    5.17.20 Genesis 4:1–16 1 Adam lay with his wife Eve, and she became pregnant and gave birth to Cain. She said, “With the help of the LORD I have brought forth a man.” 2 Later she gave birth to his brother Abel. Now Abel kept flocks, and Cain worked the soil. 3 In the course of time Cain ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Color Of Easter

    Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Apr 24, 2024
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    How can you respond to the LOVE of Christ? Just like Zacchaeus, this morning you have an opportunity to respond to why God’s love matters …

    Introduction: This morning many of us may be wondering what is this color of Easter? When we spread the canvas of Easter and paint the biblical picture, it has many shades. While Jesus walked the earth, His ministry of love, grace, healing, preaching and teaching was disliked by the Jewish priests. ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Success God's Way Series

    Contributed by Rich Dunbar on Apr 28, 2005
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     | 3,568 views

    This sermon looks at three dramatic changes in Saul and how those around him responded.

    Success God’s Way: Acts 9:20-25: 2-6-05 am service Saul’s conversion brought about a drastic change in his life. Three things that Changed about Saul… 1. His Message Old Saul: Breathed threats and murder New Saul: Preached Jesus is the Son of God 2. His Mission Old Saul: Tried to destroy “the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    When The Church Is Scattered

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Jan 23, 2021
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    Studying the response of the first church when persecuted can encourage a proper response to disruption of services in the modern church in the West.

    “And there arose on that day a great persecution against the church in Jerusalem, and they were all scattered throughout the regions of Judea and Samaria, except the apostles.” [1] Fairmeadows Church met at seven o’clock each Wednesday evening for a prayer meeting. One evening, rather than going ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Unwavering Belief SermonCentral

    Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 11, 2023
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    Every one of us is going to face something in our life that will shake our faith to its foundation. We are currently in the business of building up our faith to its greatest strength.

    Each one of us will face challenges in life that will test our faith to its core. These trials may come in the form of loss, doubt, disappointment, betrayal, or discouragement. It is crucial that we build up our faith to its greatest strength, preparing ourselves for the day we need it the most. ...read more

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    Making Hard Choices

    Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Oct 1, 2009
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    Today’s world is filled with energy-saving devices that make life easier, but there is something to be said for embracing life’s challenges. The apostle Paul found serving Christ hard, but he didn’t see it as a cause of discouragement. The goal was worth

    Opening illustration: On September 12th, 1962, President JF Kennedy delivered a speech at Rice University in Houston, TX, about the difficult challenges facing the nation. He also shared his passion for the US to place a man on the moon. In balancing the needs of his people with the desire to ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Temptation Vs. Testing And Trials - What's The Difference? Series

    Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Aug 5, 2015
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    Earlier in the first chapter of James much has been said about testing and trials but now James turns his attention to temptation. How are they alike and how are they different, especially since the Greek word is the same for both? Let's take a look!

    James 1:1-15 “James, a servant of God and of the Lord Jesus Christ, to the twelve tribes scattered among the nations: “Consider it pure joy, my brothers, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance. ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    God’s Revelation In "Son” Series

    Contributed by John Lowe on Feb 21, 2019
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    The theme that permeates throughout is how to hear and respond to God’s revelation.

    2/16/19 Tom Lowe Lesson 2: God’s Revelation in “Son” (1:2-4) Scripture: Heb. 1:2-4 (KJV) 2 Hath in these last days spoken unto us by his Son, whom he hath appointed heir of all things, by whom also he made the worlds; 3 Who being the brightness of his glory, and the express image of his person, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Going With The Gospel Series

    Contributed by Brian Bill on Aug 21, 2020
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    We gather to grow, and we scatter to sow.

    Last weekend we focused on the beatitude of Jesus found in Matthew 5:4: “Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted.” We were encouraged to lament our losses, to be sorrowful about our sins, to cry over the condition of Christians and non-Christians, and to weep for our world. While ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    I Feel Your Pain

    Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Mar 7, 2018
     | 4,914 views

    We have a merciful High Priest who has walked where we have walked.

    I Feel Your Pain Hebrews 5:5-10 The Epistle to the Hebrews is a treasure trove for Christians, even though one has to have a good understanding of the Old Testament to mine this trove. It shows the relation between the Old Testament and its promises, and their fulfillment in Jesus Christ. Let us ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Regarding Our Enemies

    Contributed by Charles Mallory on Jun 5, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 2,484 views

    Bless those who persecute you! Learn to reverse the process of evil by incorporating a God-empowered response towards your enemies!

    THERE ARE A LOT OF DIFFERENCES BETWEEN CHRISTIANITY AND OTHER RELIGIONS. ONE OF THOSE DIFFERENCES IS THE WAY WE TREAT THOSE WHO ARE OUR ENEMIES. THIS IS ONE OF THE CONSISTENT TEACHINGS OF JESUS. JESUS MODELED FOR US THE WAY HE WANTS US TO DEAL WITH OUR ENEMIES. JESUS’ SAYS THAT WE SHOULD NEVER ...read more

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    Denomination: Free Methodist

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    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 19, 2024
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    This sermon explores the cost of discipleship, encouraging believers to prepare for persecution, persevere through pain, and hold onto the promise of resurrection.

    Good morning, beloved members of our church family. It's always a joy to gather together, to celebrate our shared faith and to encourage one another in our walk with the Lord. Today, we find ourselves standing on a precipice of understanding, ready to plunge into the depths of the Word and to ...read more

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    Dangerous Sheep

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Jun 30, 2012
     | 7,970 views

    How shall the people of God respond to the challenges and threats of contemporary life?

    ESTHER 4:1-17 DANGEROUS SHEEP “When Mordecai learned all that had been done, Mordecai tore his clothes and put on sackcloth and ashes, and went out into the midst of the city, and he cried out with a loud and bitter cry. He went up to the entrance of the king’s gate, for no one was allowed to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Validation Of The Transformation

    Contributed by Mike Hays on May 15, 2003
    based on 35 ratings
     | 7,494 views

    Paul’s past and teachings raised eyebrows and brought persecution, but Paul continued to live his life for the glory of God.

    “Validation of the Transformation!” Galatians 1:11-24 This past week I have been studying our Scripture for this morning found in Galatians 1:11-24. You can sum up Paul’s intent with one simple sentence: Paul was defending the fact that he had received his message of salvation by grace through ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The God Who Is Supreme

    Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 26 ratings
     | 3,955 views

    III. THE GOD WHO IS SUPREME IN SAVING POWER DESERVES OUR UNSWERVING LOYALTY DESPITE THE PRESSURE OF INTENSE PERSECUTION (CHAP.

    III. THE GOD WHO IS SUPREME IN SAVING POWER DESERVES OUR UNSWERVING LOYALTY DESPITE THE PRESSURE OF INTENSE PERSECUTION (CHAP. 3) Background: Daniel and his friends were in a pagan environment that was hostile towards the worship of the true God. They faced the dilemma of remaining faithful to ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible