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  • T.J. Conwell avatar

    The Ministry And Eternal Purpose Of God’s Two Witnesses Series

    Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Sep 10, 2023
     | 1,214 views

    Consider the message of God's two witnesses: repent and choose (run to) Jesus! In light of what is coming … there is still a way for us to be rescued, but we must choose Him!

    Alpha and Omega, Part 35, Revelation Part 12 The Ministry and Eternal Purpose of God’s Witnesses Revelation 11:3-19 Introduction - Been studying Revelation together, to understand God’s plan for creation -- RE: Redemption has been provided only by Jesus; now we have a choice - Last week, we ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Pride Of Thine Heart Will Bring Thee Down

    Contributed by Chris Swanson on Dec 4, 2022
     | 1,464 views

    Edom was proud of its accomplishments, but in the long run, God would bring her down. Whether they are a nation, a business, a church, or a family, those in positions of authority should not be overly self-assured.

    Obadiah is the shortest book of the Bible. It is titled The Vision of Obadiah as it prophesies the judgment to fall on the nation of Edom. The Edomites were descendants of Esau which made them related to the children of Israel (Genesis 25:19-27:45). Because of Edom's defiance of God, their ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    An Indispensable Resurrection

    Contributed by Byron Sherman on Apr 29, 2010
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     | 3,305 views

    The Corinthian’s faith was founded upon the fact of Jesus’ resurrection & thus is our Christian faith. Why is the resurrection indispensable to the Christian faith? A Dispensable resurrection yields a....

    An INDISPENSABLE RESURRECTION—1Corinthians 15:12-19 The Corinthian’s faith was founded upon the fact of Jesus’ resurrection. The Christian faith is founded upon Jesus’ resurrection. Why is Christian faith grounded in the resurrection? OR.... Why is the resurrection key/central/indispensable to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Lights To Our Generation

    Contributed by Rich O' Toole on Jun 5, 2024
     | 1,399 views

    Paul told the Philippians that they were to be blameless in a corrupt generation

    Lights to Our Generation Philippians 2:12-18 Good morning. Isaiah 5:20 Woe to those who call evil good, and good evil; who put darkness for light, and light for darkness; who put bitter for sweet, and sweet for bitter! Isaiah 5:21 Woe to those who are wise in their own eyes, and prudent in their ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    A Model Servant Series

    Contributed by David Welch on Apr 30, 2018
     | 6,593 views

    Message 8 from a series of messages exploring Philippians. This message focuses on following Christ's example of obedience and serving others.

    "Model Servants” REVIEW Paul’s letter to the Jesus followers living in a Greek city called Philippi contains the necessary ingredients of a life of “Maintaining the Joy of the Lord No Matter What”. The first ingredient is found in the first chapter where Paul calls us to adopt the I. ADOPT THE ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

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    The Successful Christian

    Contributed by David Shipman on Dec 4, 2004
    based on 5 ratings
     | 3,074 views

    Being a Christian means something. There are promises in the Bible and if we are not experiencing the promises it is hard to make a case that we are successful in our Christian walk.

    I want to talk this morning about being a successful Christian Many people would define being a successful Christian as being a Christian that makes it to heaven. Do you know what the definition of success is in our dictionary? “Desirable Outcome” or “one that succeeds” I want you to think ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    The Certainty Of Faith

    Contributed by Bruce Ferris on Sep 16, 2002
    based on 38 ratings
     | 7,499 views

    Romans 8:28 runs a close second to John 3:16 as one of the best know and loved verses in the Bible. It comes to the heart of every Christian when facing a time of crisis, difficulty or trial. It comes to the mind of the Christian when circumstances are

    The Certainty of Faith Romans 8:28 runs a close second to John 3:16 as one of the best know and loved verses in the Bible. It comes to the heart of every Christian when facing a time of crisis, difficulty or trial. It comes to the mind of the Christian when circumstances are too difficult to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Jesus Is The Light Of The World Series

    Contributed by John Hamby on Jun 7, 2007
    based on 64 ratings
     | 43,995 views

    # 25 in Series. Jesus proclaims himself to be the light of the world.

    A Study of the Book of John “That You May Believe” Sermon # 25 “Jesus the Light of the World” John 8:12, 24-30 (v. 12 key verse) The Feast of the Tabernacles is the last of the seven annual feasts of Israel commanded by God, and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Secret To Success Pt 2 Series

    Contributed by David Welch on Jun 25, 2018
     | 2,987 views

    Message 3 in our journey with Joshua into the Promised Land. This message continues our exploration of the secret to Joshua's success.

    Joshua Series #3 The Amazing Race “Secret to Success Part Two” Review / Introduction The events of the book of Joshua are an obvious continuation of a long journey, an amazing race to the Promised Land. It was a journey filled with testing, trials, difficulties and opportunities to trust God to ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

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    Will You Be Counted Worthy To Escape The Things To Come?

    Contributed by Glynda Lomax on Jan 7, 2021
     | 4,506 views

    What is coming and how much of it will you be here for? Is there a way to not be here for it? There is. But you must be counted worthy.

    We live in very sobering times. We are in the end part of the end times, wondering when the antichrist will appear. Already the spirit of antichrist is prevalent in the world. Last Wednesday, Argentina legalized abortion. I wanted to cry when I read the news and saw the zealous cheers of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    The Mystery Of Christ In You

    Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Jul 24, 2023
    based on 2 ratings
     | 2,896 views

    The indwelling presence of Christ through the Holy Spirit.

    The Mystery of Christ in You Colossians 1:27, 2 Corinthians 5:17 “God has chosen to make known among the Gentiles the glorious riches of this mystery, which is Christ in you, the hope of glory.” 2 Corinthians 5:17 Therefore if any man be in Christ, he is a new creature: old things are passed away; ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Move Into The Light

    Contributed by Dennis Fox on May 14, 2023
    based on 2 ratings
     | 1,506 views

    Many of us were afraid of the dark as children. Should we be afraid of the dark as adults too? Light is good. Light is knowledge. Light is the protection of our Lord.

    Move to the light It’s normal to be apprehensive when we feel vulnerable and when we can’t see clearly it contributes to that vulnerability. In other words, being afraid of the dark and yes, when I was little, I was very afraid of the dark. It didn’t help that we lived in a creaky old house ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

  • Jeff Budzinski avatar

    Trust God - Part 2 Series

    Contributed by Jeff Budzinski on Jul 30, 2010
     | 10,596 views

    • Last week we laid down some foundation about trusting God. This week I want to continue in the same vain. • Remember, to trust God means to be dependent on Him and no one else. Don’t look for any other source or outlet. • When we trust in God, we can

    Introduction • Last week we laid down some foundation about trusting God. This week I want to continue in the same vain. • Remember, to trust God means to be dependent on Him and no one else. Don’t look for any other source or outlet. • When we trust in God, we cannot be ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Growing Into The Race Series

    Contributed by Jake Kircher on Jul 10, 2006
     | 2,899 views

    For some reason, it makes perfect sense to most of us, to not try and run the Boston Marathon without proper training. But when it comes to our relationship with Christ, we make the decision to follow Him and think that we can just sit back and enjoy the

    If you guys can remember what we talked about two weeks ago, we began to look at our mission statement – Living to Grow, Serve, Worship, and Share. We spent the majority of our time focusing on the importance of “living together.” For starters we talked about that this was a major component to the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Studies From The Book Of Philippians

    Contributed by Dr. Stanley Vasu on Nov 21, 2020
     | 3,655 views

    1.CALLING 2.CAUTION 3.CONDESCENSION 4.CHEERFULNESS 5.CONTENTMENT 6.CONFIDENCE 7.CONTRIBUTION

    STUDIES FROM THE BOOK OF PHILIPPIANS ********************************************* OUTLINE 1.CALLING 2.CAUTION 3.CONDESCENSION 4.CHEERFULNESS 5.CONTENTMENT 6.CONFIDENCE 7.CONTRIBUTION THE MESSAGE STUDIES FROM THE BOOK OF PHILIPPIANS 1.CALLING We have a high calling of God in Christ ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal