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  • Perry Greene avatar

    First Responders Series

    Contributed by Perry Greene on Mar 15, 2012
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     | 13,486 views

    When we present our first fruits to God we confess our dependence on him and trust in him.

    1. Tornado Story A husband and wife from California were driving through Texas. They saw a tornado coming and they were scared. They pulled the car off to the side of the road and got out a crouched down beside it. The twister was moving directly toward them but at the last second veered off across ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Gripping The Promises Series

    Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on Nov 27, 2012
    based on 4 ratings
     | 12,484 views

    This is an overview of Isaiah 40-44 with a focus on God and his promises in Isaiah 41.

    Intro to Is 40-44 Aug 19, 2012 Intro: There are lots of great reasons to study the Bible, as opposed to just reading it or just listening to sermons about it (though both are good!). One of the biggest reasons is this – often what God is actually saying is much bigger than a sermon, and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Father Abraham The Bold

    Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Jun 20, 2011
     | 7,116 views

    Abraham’s deep attachment to BOTH Ishmael and Isaac is often overlooked. Abraham was a gutsy dad who stood up to his wife and took responsibilities for his sons; he was anything but passive. In what ways is a godly father bold? Father Abraham’s life de

    Father Abraham the Bold (topical) 1. Fathers are different from mothers just as men are different from women: 2. Brian Bill comments, "I read something this week entitled 50 Reasons Why It’s Good To Be a Man. I won’t read all of them but I did put together my own top-10 list": 10 You know stuff ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    The Power To Choose

    Contributed by Greg Nance on Jan 8, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,598 views

    What place does choice play in our ultimate destiny? God chooses to let us choose.

    Who is responsible for you? Genesis 1:26-27 is perhaps the most amazing passage in the Old Testament. Turn there and read it with me… (read) This is an astounding concept. Now, look at what happens next! The very first recorded thing that God said to human beings after creating us in ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Order In The House! Series

    Contributed by John Oscar on Nov 30, 2025
     | 266 views

    A sermon about how Christian liberty can lead to chaos with some restraint.

    Order in the House! 1st Corinthians Series CCCAG 11-2-25 Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:2–16 ________________________________________ Introduction – The Problem of Confused Freedom There’s a strange irony about the human race: the moment we’re given freedom, we immediately test its limits. It’s true ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    The Parable Of The Sower

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Feb 2, 2014
    based on 3 ratings
     | 10,585 views

    A study of the responses of the different soils to the seed illustrates different responses to the word of God.

    Scripture As Jesus was coming to the end of his Galilean ministry, which some say lasted about 16 months, he drew vast audiences to his ministry. He also experienced growing opposition to his message about the good news of the kingdom of God. Although he had previously illustrated his preaching ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    The Great Work Of Hilkiah

    Contributed by Philip Harrelson on Apr 30, 2014
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     | 11,327 views

    The importance of treasuring and reading the Word of God.

    2 Kings 22:8-13 KJV And Hilkiah the high priest said unto Shaphan the scribe, I have found the book of the law in the house of the LORD. And Hilkiah gave the book to Shaphan, and he read it. [9] And Shaphan the scribe came to the king, and brought the king word again, and said, Thy servants have ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    When Words Are Not Enough Series

    Contributed by Tim Diack on Jun 19, 2013
     | 5,450 views

    What does it mean to “believe?” How do we know if we have come to believe? Why is it important that we believe?

    When Words Are Not Enough - 1 John 2:3-6 - June 16, 2013 Series: That We May Know – Life With Jesus - #5 Today is, of course, Father’s Day – a day when we’re encouraged to honour our fathers. And there’s nothing wrong with doing that whatsoever. A good and ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    Don’t Forget!

    Contributed by Melvin Newland on Jul 11, 2023
     | 5,717 views

    God raised up Moses to lead his people to freedom, to make a distinct nation of them, giving them His commands & laws to guide them. Many of these laws & commands dealt with the functioning of a family. And I want to highlight a few of them.

    MELVIN NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK TEXT: Deuteronomy 4:9-10, 20; 5:15-19; 6:5,10-12; 11:2,18-21; Judges 2:10; Joshua ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Church Job Descriptions

    Contributed by Jim Drake on Apr 2, 2007
    based on 14 ratings
     | 6,075 views

    Within the local church today, there are certain role-specific responsibilities. The pastor has the responsibility to shepherd the flock. The flock has a responsibility of submission and sobriety. Ultimately, God has the responsibility to give eternal

    1. The first job description in the church is for the position of shepherd. (5:1-4) 2. The second job description in the church is for the position of sheep. (5:5-9) 3. The third job description in the church is for the position of Chief Shepherd. (5:10-11) 1 PETER 5:1-11 What is the church? Is ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Dentist Appointment Series

    Contributed by Thomas Swope on Jan 21, 2010
     | 9,820 views

    A study of chapter 18 verses 1 through 32

    Ezekiel 18: 1 – 32 Dentist Appointment “ 1 The word of the LORD came to me again, saying, 2 “What do you mean when you use this proverb concerning the land of Israel, saying:‘ The fathers have eaten sour grapes, and the children’s teeth are set on edge’? 3 ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

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    For Fathers, For Kids

    Contributed by Ed Cole on Jun 13, 2011
    based on 8 ratings
     | 24,071 views

    A classic sermon by Dr. Edwin Louis Cole on the responsibility of fathers to guide, guard, and govern their families and children.

    (Sermon Central Subscribers’ Free Gift: www.MajoringInMen.com/SermonCentral) Introductory Texts 1. Malachi 4:6 2. Romans 5:15 3. John 8:39 The Works of Abraham 1. Abraham obtained righteousness by faith. 2. He tithed. 3. He rescued Lot with 318 servants trained in his own household. 4. He ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    "A Father's Love"

    Contributed by Andy Grossman on Jun 14, 2012
    based on 4 ratings
     | 22,835 views

    Six ways that our Heavenly Father loves us.

    “A Father’s Love” June 17, 2012 Isaiah 63:16: “But you are our Father, though Abraham does not know us or Israel acknowledge us; you, LORD, are our Father, our Redeemer from of old is your name.” When you hear the word ‘father’ what feelings does it stir ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

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    Beginnings - Pt. 3 - Hardwired To Haywired Series

    Contributed by Steve Ely on Jan 20, 2011
     | 4,525 views

    Each year people make resolutions and talk about turning over a new leaf. It is a great time to focus on Beginnings!

    Beginnings Part 3 – Hardwired to Haywired I. Introduction We are examining the beginning. Lessons that will enable us to begin this new year off right. I have challenged you to put God in the right order. He is before all things and all others. What visible indicators let people know that ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Would You Rather Have A Minas Or A Talent? Series

    Contributed by Thomas Swope on Dec 12, 2012
     | 5,163 views

    A study of the Gospel of Luke verses 11 through 28

    Luke 19: 11-28 Would You Rather Have A Minas Or A Talent? 11 Now as they heard these things, He spoke another parable, because He was near Jerusalem and because they thought the kingdom of God would appear immediately. 12 Therefore He said: “A certain nobleman went into a far country to ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel