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  • Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan avatar

    One Rebelled One Submitted Series

    Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Jun 30, 2022
     | 1,166 views

    Scholars feel that it is one of the most difficult and controversial passages to interpret in all of Pauline literature. This passage leads us to a threefold understanding, such as Rebellion, Redemption, and Judgment.

    Romans 5:12-21 One rebelled and one submitted Scholars feel that it is one of the most difficult and controversial passages to interpret in all of Pauline literature. This passage leads us to a threefold understanding, such as Rebellion, Redemption, and Judgment. All sinned because one has ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Jerry Cosper avatar

    Man's Depravity Series

    Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Aug 29, 2023
     | 1,305 views

    This passage shatters man’s concept of himself, but it’s a passage that has to be studied very carefully because it is one of the shocking truths revealed by Jesus.

    READ passage. This passage shatters man’s concept of himself, but it’s a passage that has to be studied very carefully because it is one of the shocking truths revealed by Jesus. Depravity means that a person is always short of God’s glory, and is always coming short of God, and is always ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Paul Andrew avatar

    Christ The King, Year A- The Last Judgment "and In What I Have Failed To Do."

    Contributed by Paul Andrew on Oct 29, 2023
     | 1,578 views

    Missed opportunities. The King dismisses those on his left into the eternal fire prepared for the devil and his angels because they did not do the six actions that those on the right had done.

    The story is told of a farmer who received a visit from one of his city relatives. Before dinner the farmer bowed his head and said grace. His relative jeered, "This is old-fashioned; nobody with an education prays at the table anymore. The farmer admitted the practice was old and even ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

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    Stealing From God Series

    Contributed by Juan Lane on Dec 27, 2002
    based on 40 ratings
     | 8,417 views

    This passage warns us of the dangers of stealing from God

    Stealing From God Scripture Reference Acts 5:1-4 (KJV) Acts 5:1-4 1 But a certain man named Ananias, with Sapphira his wife, sold a possession, 2 And kept back part of the price, his wife also being privy to it, and brought a certain part, and laid it at the apostles’ feet. 3 But Peter said, ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Covenant From God Series

    Contributed by Juan Lane on Dec 27, 2002
    based on 31 ratings
     | 3,806 views

    This passage explains how to receive a covenant from God.

    Covenant With God Scripture Reference: Genesis 12:1-3 (KJV) Genesis 12:1-3 1 Now the Lord had said unto Abram, Get thee out of thy country, and from thy kindred, and from thy father’s house, and unto a land that I will shew thee: 2 And I will make of thee a great nation, and I will bless thee, ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Strength God Brings - Funeral Message

    Contributed by David Dewitt on Jan 17, 2001
    based on 341 ratings
     | 19,352 views

    This a basic funeral message from various passages in the Psalms

    The Funeral Service Opening I am the resurrection and the life; he who believes in me, though he die, yet shall he live, and whoever lives and believes in me shall never die. Invocation O Eternal God, our Father, from whom we come and to whom we go, grant us the favor of Your divine presence at ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Recipe For Joy

    Contributed by Shelly Griffin on Jan 20, 2001
    based on 136 ratings
     | 10,946 views

    This passage gives us a no-fail recipe for joy.

    Nehemiah 8:1-3, 5-6, 8-10 The other day one of the ladies of the church stopped by my office and gave me this beautiful cookbook. It was put together by an organization she belongs to, and it contains about 500 recipes. Some of these recipes are very elaborate, like this one for ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

  • V. David Sedaca avatar

    Back To The Basics

    Contributed by V. David Sedaca on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 9 ratings
     | 4,939 views

    Today's passage deals with the first of seven churches, Ephesus.

    Today's passage deals with the first of seven churches, Ephesus. Our belief is that there were probably more than seven at this time, but God chose these churches to prove the conditions of Churches and Christians in the last days. Ephesus is commended for Her (1) Labor, (2) Patience, (3) Stand ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Alpha And Omega Of Temptations

    Contributed by Naveen Balakrishnan on May 31, 2005
    based on 14 ratings
     | 2,584 views

    This passage of scripture deals with the birth, fruition and the conclusion of temptations.

    “THE ALPHA AND OMEGA OF TEMPTATIONS” JAMES 1:13-15 1. Temptations do not COME from God. (v. 13) Genesis 3:12; 18:25; Isaiah 63:17; Habakkuk 2:12-13; James 1:2, 12; Exodus 8:32; 1 Chronicles 21:1; 2 Chronicles 32:31; Job 8:3; 34:10; 36:23; 37:23; Psalm 92:15; 101:3; Proverbs 12:26; Matthew ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dr. Jerry N. Watts avatar

    Being Honest Series

    Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Mar 3, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,966 views

    From one of the most difficult passages of all the Bible.

    Romans – God’s Glorious Gospel Being Honest Romans 1:18-32 * When Grace Hawthorne and Buryl Red wrote a song entitled “Would You” over 30 years ago, the purpose was help us realize that the because of the difficulties we appreciate the good which comes our way. Life is filled with good and bad. * ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • D Marion Clark avatar

    The Elements Of Unity Series

    Contributed by D Marion Clark on Nov 12, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 13,644 views

    This passage presents the seven elements of unity for every church.

    Introduction What is it that unites the Christian church? Is it what verses 2 and 3 have already spoken of? Is it humility, gentleness, patience, forbearance? Is it love? Is it an eagerness about unity? That is scary if such were true. If unity were founded on our ability to be humble and to love ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Jim Butcher avatar

    What Does The Bible Say About Divorce And Remarriage?

    Contributed by Jim Butcher on Nov 16, 2005
    based on 71 ratings
     | 7,821 views

    This message looks at the major passages in the Bible on this difficult subject.

    - “A divorce is like an amputation: you survive, but there’s less of you.” - Margaret Atwood. We will look at what the Old Testament has to say about divorce and remarriage, then what Jesus has to say, then what Paul has to say. We’ll follow up with how that all comes together in specific ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Joseph McCulley avatar

    Reverential Fear Series

    Contributed by Joseph Mcculley on Nov 24, 2005
    based on 39 ratings
     | 6,474 views

    This passage explains why we ought to "fear" God.

    1 Peter 1:17-21 Reverential Fear Introduction: Last time we saw in verses 13-16 that Peter wanted us to apply what he had talked about in the preceding verses. Peter said as Christians: 1. We should prepare our minds for action. 2. We should become self-controlled (not controlled by things) ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Larry Jacobs avatar

    The Pathway To Spiritual Maturity

    Contributed by Larry Jacobs on May 21, 2006
    based on 6 ratings
     | 7,656 views

    This passage of Scripture give a person the pathway to spiritual maturity.

    THE PATHWAY TO SPIRITUAL MATURITY Acts 2:1 - 42 1. Have you ever wondered about the purpose of something? ILL Notebook: Purpose (wooden spoons) One day during cooking class, the teacher, Mrs. Pritchard, was extolling her secrets for preparing perfect sauces. When she ordered the class to the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Peter Fisher avatar

    Explaining Mark 6:1-13

    Contributed by Peter Fisher on Jul 6, 2009
    based on 44 ratings
     | 75,251 views

    A look at the undercurrents in the passage, to see what was really going on

    Introduction As we look through the gospel reading today, I am going to pick on a number of words and phrases to try to give a better picture of what was going on. Marks’ Gospel is a fast moving text. It could be called "What Jesus Did Next". It is easy to get caught up in the story and miss ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican