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  • Freddy Fritz avatar

    Identifying False Teachers Series

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Jul 2, 2022
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,704 views

    1 Timothy 6:3-10 shows us how to identify false teachers.

    Scripture Paul gave Timothy instructions about three groups of people in the church: widows (in 5:3-16), elders (in 5:17-25), and slaves (in 6:1-2). Then he turned his attention to a fourth group: false teachers (in 6:3-10). Their presence was a huge problem in the churches in Ephesus. Paul showed ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Honorable And Dishonorable Series

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Oct 14, 2022
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,335 views

    2 Timothy 2:20-26 shows us how to serve God.

    Introduction Harry J. Heintz shared the following story: Recently I glimpsed the glory of finishing a task well. At Arlington National Cemetery, I saw the changing of the guard at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldiers. I had watched that ceremony several times before, always moved by its solemnity and ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Lesson 3: Choosing By Faith

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Apr 11, 2003
    based on 6 ratings
     | 1,173 views

    Abraham’s Journey of Faith

    A. INTRODUCTION: MATTHEW 13: 5-18 1. Nephew. "And Haran (Abram’s older brother) begat Lot" (Gen. 11:27). 2. Dependent on Abram. After Lot’s father died, Abram took the position of spiritual head over Lot. 3. Wealthy. Lot got the family inheritance after his father Haran died. Apparently a good ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    He Came To Seek And To Save

    Contributed by Tim Gresham on Jan 19, 2004
    based on 18 ratings
     | 5,438 views

    A textual sermon breaking down the purpose of why Christ came. Simple, 4-point outline with cross-references and illustrations.

    He Came to Seek and to Save by Pastor Tim Gresham Text: Luke 19:10 I. His Incarnation is Selfless “For the Son of Man has come….” Incarnation (Lat. in and caro, stem carn, meaning “flesh”). In the context of Christian theology, the act whereby the eternal Son of God, the Second Person of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Love That Doesn't Quit Series

    Contributed by Antonio Torrence on Sep 15, 2006
    based on 17 ratings
     | 8,343 views

    Humanity struggles with its knowledge of love. Although we have written about love, talked about love, and explored the many varieties and dynamics of love, humanity stills has to evolve in it practice of love.

    John 3:16 and 10:11 “A Love That Never Quits”-Reverend A. LaMar Torrence I. “I wish I knew how to quit you”. The infamous line comes from one of the most controversial movies that have come out of Hollywood where the character Ennis del Mar has to learn how to love, how to choose and how to make ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Set Our Minds On Things Above!

    Contributed by Gary Taber on Jul 31, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 9,676 views

    As Christians we are in the world but not of the world.

    Colossians 3: 1-11 Pray. Lord let the words of my mouth and the mediation of all our hearts be acceptable to you Lord our rock and salvation. This morning’s sermon is titled; Set you mind on things above. In the second reading from the book of Colossians Apostle Paul was addressing ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Freedom Because Of Christ Series

    Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Jul 29, 2013
     | 4,655 views

    Because of God’s grace, mercy and forgiveness you are free from 3 things: the letter of the Law, legalism of men, lusts of this world. (Acts 15:22-29)

    Freedom Because of Christ Acts 15:22-29 Introduction Church this morning is a little different; but sometimes different is good -- Sometimes we need to knock the dust and do something new -- The same old becomes a routine; and this morning is def not routine This passage is a great ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Celebrate Reason?

    Contributed by Gary Stebbins on Dec 8, 2010
     | 4,138 views

    When atheist and others attack Christmas, should Christians be intimidated? Is believing in God a crutch for weak minded people? (part of this sermon was adapted from a sermon by Craig Groeschel entitled What Child is This)

    Albert Schweitzer, accepting the Nobel Pease Prize- Humanism, in all its simplicity, is the only genuine spirituality. Christmas is a time of celebration for many, but it has increasingly become a source of controversy. David Silverman, president, American Humanist, said- The invisible man in the ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    God, Are You Imagining Things?

    Contributed by Coz Von on May 9, 2016
     | 4,054 views

    Isaiah 55:8 For my thoughts are not your thoughts, neither are your ways my ways, saith the Lord.

    Are we predestined to be saved or lost? By the foreknowledge of God and through His infinite wisdom God knows the future and what the outcome of our choices would be, Knowing this, isn’t it true that the outcome of my salvation is pre-determined? Is my quest for salvation just a matter of ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Adding And Subtracting

    Contributed by Glenn Abel on Mar 21, 2017
    based on 1 rating
     | 9,522 views

    A sermon on John the Baptist that focuses on John's humility and acceptance of his work as the one who prepared the way for the coming of Jesus. John's life is summed up in the words "He must increase and I must decrease."

    Adding and Subtracting John 3:22–30 (ESV) “He must increase, but I must decrease” The third chapter of John is best known for Nicodemus and John 3:16 But this chapter also records an incident that is very important to the beginning of the public ministry of Jesus I. The ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Finding God In Fear

    Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Jul 7, 2020
     | 4,408 views

    David found his home in God when he was fearful. This is an interactive message with a small group.

    This is a psalm of David that speaks to my heart in a powerful way. David was a controversial figure in the Old Testament. He's controversial because he was a deeply flawed person, and yet he gave particular attention to matters of the spiritual life that was quite uncommon during his ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    10 Commandments: How Should Christians Observe Them?

    Contributed by Tommy Ellis on May 5, 2002
    based on 68 ratings
     | 4,770 views

    Compares Old Testament observance of the commandments with Jesus’ expectations.

    THE 10 COMMANDMENTS HOW SHOULD CHRISTIANS OBSERVE THEM? All of the great religions that proclaim belief in one God submit to the 10 Commandments. Yet, how do we, as Christians, understand and obey these so-called Jewish commandments? Please read Exodus 20:1-17 For the Christian, the 10 ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Frank Lay avatar

    Rest In God Series

    Contributed by Frank Lay on Sep 12, 2004
    based on 24 ratings
     | 13,751 views

    The inspired writer uses three historical events that illustrate for us the rest God has in store for His children.

    REST IN GOD Hebrews 4:1-11 Two artists attempted to paint a picture of peace. The first drew a beautiful scene. He painted an ocean still as a pond, showing a graceful sailboat passing by. Overhead the sky was blue, flecked with light, fluffy clouds. And on the shore children played in ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Matthew Rings avatar

    Jesus Claims To Be Equal With God

    Contributed by Matthew Rings on Oct 18, 2012
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,326 views

    Jesus claimed to be equal with God in John and this sermon is one that is interactive and creative to engage the audience and draw them deeper. I put together a power point keynote presentation, handouts and a mini devotional for the week after the teach

    John 5:16-47 (Order some foam fake stones for this visual illustration) Good evening, My name is Matthew Rings I have been in youth ministry for 19 years now and I’m used to speaking to teenagers, so if I say anything blasphemous I want you to feel free to stone me. Deal? Ok, before we read the ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Rejected At Nazareth Series

    Contributed by John Lowe on Jul 4, 2017
    based on 1 rating
     | 14,490 views

    Peter says that the prophets spoke of both the glory and suffering of Christ; the First Coming and the Second Coming of Christ.

    Harmony of the Gospels -AD 27- Nazareth Rejected at Nazareth (Isaiah 61:1-2) Luke 4:16-30 Jesus opened His public ministry in Nazareth, by reading these verses from Isaiah. The spirit of the Lord God is upon me; because the Lord hath anointed me to preach good tidings unto the meek; he hath ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist