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  • Anthony Seel avatar

    Religion Is The Enemy Of The Gospel

    Contributed by Anthony Seel on Oct 29, 2023
     | 806 views

    A sermon on the two great commandments

    22 Pentecost A October 29, 2023 M. Anthony Seel, Jr. Holy Trinity Lutheran Church Matthew 22:34-40 Religion is the Enemy of the Gospel Over 500 years ago, Martin Luther started a movement that now surrounds the world. When Luther nailed his 95 Theses to the door of the Wittenberg Church, Luther ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Let Freedom Reign In The Church

    Contributed by Nettie J Pennington on Feb 10, 2025
     | 364 views

    “It is for freedom that Christ has set us free” (Gal. 5:1).

    Father God, Lord Jesus, hallowed is your holy name. Thank you for freedom in Christ, for setting us free from sin and bondage. Today, we recommit ourselves to You and ask for a fresh anointing of knowledge, wisdom, and understanding. Lord, let freedom reign in the church; give me words pleasing to ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    Joseph: Favored Son, Hated Brother Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Jun 15, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 13,885 views

    In this lesson, we introduce the person of Joseph, telling a little about his family background that caused his brothers to sell him into slavery.

    Introduction: A. This morning I want to start a new sermon series on the life of the Old Testament person named Joseph. 1. As we will see, he is a man of great faith, integrity and grace. 2. You might be surprised to know that the story of Joseph occupies more space in the book of Genesis than any ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    If You Can't Lick Them - Join Them Series

    Contributed by Thomas Swope on Feb 1, 2012
     | 5,280 views

    A study of the letters to the 7 churches - Pergamos

    Revelation 2: 12 – 17 If You Can’t Lick Them - Join Them 12 “And to the angel of the church in Pergamos write, ‘These things says He who has the sharp two-edged sword: 13 “I know your works, and where you dwell, where Satan’s throne is. And you hold fast to My ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

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    On To Corinth (2022) Series

    Contributed by Gordon Curley on Mar 16, 2022
     | 2,079 views

    “On to Corinth” Acts chapter 18 verses 1-17 – sermon by Gordon Curley (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

    SERMON OUTLINE: BACKGROUND: • (a). The City was Cosmopolitan: • (b). The City was Commercial. • (c). The City was Corrupt. FOUR SNAPSHOTS: • Photo #1: the tentmaker (vs 1-3). • Photo #2: the watchman (vs 4-6). • Photo #3: the evangelist (vs 7-10). • Photo #4: the builder (11-17) SERMON ...read more

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    Denomination: Brethren

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    The Way Of Joy - Faithfulness Series

    Contributed by Thomas Bartlett on Apr 17, 2020
     | 5,494 views

    If there’s one thing that plagues Americans it’s anxiety. We worry about so many things. We worry about things that the rest of the world aren’t even aware of. Have you heard the term, “first world problems”?

    OUTLINE The Way of Joy Philippians Chapter 1 Steele Creek Church, Eastfield – Dr. Tom Bartlett March 1, 2020 Biblical joy: a deep sense of satisfaction, given by the Holy Spirit that settles the heart and mind because of what God has promised. Biblical faith: understanding what God has said and ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    God Demands A Just Society

    Contributed by Clarence Weaver Sr on Oct 12, 2002
    based on 24 ratings
     | 9,376 views

    God condemns the descendants of Josiah, who were unjust, and unrighteous towards the poor.

    GOD DEMANDS A JUST SOCIETY JEREMIAH 22:13-17, 21-23 By Clarence Weaver LESSON AIM After studying today’s lesson, students should understand that the Lord used His prophet Jeremiah to warn the people of Judah that He was greatly displeased with the unjust treatment the poor received at the hands of ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    He's Not A Baby Anymore!

    Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Dec 15, 2001
    based on 51 ratings
     | 9,614 views

    The manger is empty as well as the grave. We are not dealing with a child.

    He’s Not A Baby Anymore! We are in the season where everybody gets all mushy. Maybe it is because a baby in a manger brings out the paternal instincts in people. Maybe it is because a baby is not threatening. There is something about the Christ child that gets more attention than the day we ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    More Than Just A Healing

    Contributed by Chris Tiller on Dec 16, 2005
    based on 8 ratings
     | 4,867 views

    The account of the ten lepers: Grace was extended equally to all ten, but in only one did that grace bring a response of faith. With wild abandon, and gratitude, and excitement, he turned from going through the motions and fell at Jesus’ feet.

    Some texts are just too obvious. Ten lepers were cleansed. One came back and said thanks. Nine did not. The one was commended. The nine were scolded in absentia. Ah...it’s important to write thank-you notes. My mama, your mama, and Miss Manners would be pleased. End of ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    How To Miss Christmas

    Contributed by Bobby Daniel on Dec 22, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,459 views

    A mini-sermon i shared on a Sunday night after a last minute change of plans, plenty of room for expanding and improvement.

    How to miss Christmas Luke 2:1-12 Intro: Ask for important figures relevant to the Christmas story (write down responses) We forget a prominent figure in the birth of Christ was Herod. In fact they dynasty began by Herod the Great covers 4 generations of rule in Israel and we are witness to 4 ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Trust And Duty Series

    Contributed by Ken Pell on Oct 9, 2007
     | 3,601 views

    Even at his own expense Jesus was determined to faithfully serve and please His Heavenly Father; by doing so He set an example for us in how to represent His kingdom as ambassadors.

    Trustbusters: Guarding Against Choices that Ruin Relationships Sermon #4 - Trust and Duty Mark 10:32-45 Sermon Objective: Even at his own expense Jesus was determined to faithfully serve and please His Heavenly Father. By doing so He set an example for us in how to represent His kingdom as ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

  • Danny Anderson avatar

    Hand Over Your Sword

    Contributed by Danny Anderson on Sep 16, 2006
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,015 views

    We live in a very "me-centered" society. Me-centered simply means selfish. This spirit of selfishness is plaguing our nation....

    Hand Over Your Sword Text: Philippians 2:1-11 Introduction: We live in a very “me-centered” society. “Me-centered” simply means “selfish.” This spirit of selfishness is plaguing our nation, but even sadder is the fact that it is plaguing the Body of Christ as well. We consider this a fairly new ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Kenneth Anthony avatar

    Community Advice

    Contributed by Kenneth Anthony on Oct 15, 2006
    based on 7 ratings
     | 5,138 views

    Troublemakers are in every church. St. Paul advices Titus to ignore troublemakers and focus on good works. Good works seen as best way to focus community and combat dissention.

    Community Advice Do you remember growing up and receiving unsolicited advice from your parents? I always hated listening to these lectures on life because I thought I knew infinitely more that my folks. I thought they knew nothing. Certainly it was they who needed enlightening by me. Mark Twain ...read more

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    Denomination: Orthodox

  • K. Edward Skidmore avatar

    A Unity Community

    Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on Jun 2, 2005
    based on 65 ratings
     | 21,858 views

    Psalm 133 gives a beautiful description of the kind of unity which only comes as a gift from God.

    A Unity Community Psalm 133 SCRIPTURE READING: Psalm 133 INTRODUCTION: A few years back I took an introductory class to learn Hebrew. My most impressive accomplishment is that I can now quote Psalm 133:1 in Hebrew. I think the reason I remember it is that we learned it as a song: ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Welcome Home Series

    Contributed by Mark Eberly on Apr 28, 2009
    based on 3 ratings
     | 6,978 views

    This week we examine the parables of "lostness" focusing on the parable of "The Compassionate Father and His Two Lost Sons." While the prodigal son’s lostness is obvious, the elder son is lost in his own way as well.

    Parables of Jesus Welcome Home Luke 15:11-32 April 26, 2009 A family had put the carcass and scraps from their turkey dinner in a trash bag and set it outside next to the back steps intending to clean up and then put the bag in the can after making sure that nothing else needed to go in the bag. ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God