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  • Michael Grant avatar

    Sound Doctrine Vs The Cults

    Contributed by Michael Grant on Sep 26, 2016
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    An outline on the 4 Major Cults

    2 Timothy 4:1-4 I charge thee therefore before God, and the Lord Jesus Christ, who shall judge the quick and the dead at his appearing and his kingdom; Preach the word; be instant in season, out of season; reprove, rebuke, exhort with all longsuffering and doctrine. For the time will come when they ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Conflict Of Prayer Vs Pride Series

    Contributed by T.j. Conwell on May 4, 2025
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    Pride is a terrible snare – it is a destructor with no limits. As soon as pride takes root in your heart, it will absolutely exalt you over others because it gives you a false sense of worthiness.

    Isaiah, Part 15 The Conflict of Prayer vs. Pride Isaiah 38:1-8, Isaiah 39:1-8 Dismiss kids for Children’s Church and Nursery Introduction - Welcome to Seasons! We are so glad you have chosen to worship with us! - Last week, we saw how God delivered His people from certain defeat -- He ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Pseudo-Science Vs. Sanctification

    Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Feb 23, 2019
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    The Bible implores every Christian to “live by the Spirit” (Gal 5:16 NIV). This is no easy task and requires full submission to God of every minute detail of one’s life. Through the centuries church leaders have used numerous ways to motivate and encourage people to live and walk in the Spirit.

    Some of the most recent human-made ideas to help bring about “spiritual” living, and help Christians better understand themselves - as well as others - to live in unity and purpose together, is the use of personality tests and gift assessments. Psychological job placement and career tests are used ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Christianity Vs Other Religions

    Contributed by Pastor Renji George on Jul 20, 2024
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    Before you choose a religion, you need to know about the person who is centred around (icon) in that religion. Ask yourself, what good qualities you can follow in that leader. Why did he come? How did he live? What did he teach? Where did he come? Where did he go?

    Look for Ten good qualities in that leader. Look for ten good qualities of the followers. Look for ten good qualities of that religion or faith. Ask yourself again, where would you end up if you follow that person and his teachings in your life. You are trusting someone completely and following ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Thanksgiving Vs. Thanks Living

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Nov 26, 2019
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    Turkey? Maybe a turkey regrets THANKSGIVING... but we should be THANKS LIVING... God has be so good to us... Do we give thanks with a grateful heart? Did you know prayer should be part of THANKSGIVING?

    THANKS GIVING VS THANKS LIVING… By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com WHO HAVE YOU THANKED TODAY? Did you write a note or text of thanksgiving? Did you call or visit some old person and give them thanks? Have you ever thanked a teacher or preacher? Or do you think THANKSGIVING is about ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Stephen Smith avatar

    Introduction - Calvinism Vs Arminianism Series

    Contributed by Stephen Smith on Dec 5, 2019
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    This message introduces both the history and teachings of Calvinism and Arminianism. Followed by an explanation of exegesis and eisegesis - two opposing ways to study the scriptures!. Which method must we always use?

    Predestination vs Freewill Pt 1: Calvinism vs Arminianism It's been a long-standing debate! The controversy rages over just what is meant in Scripture by the oft-repeated statement ...read more

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    Denomination: Brethren

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    Gods Love Vs Mans

    Contributed by Jack Martin on Dec 5, 2023
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    There are 3 words for love but only Agape defines fully Gods love

    The love of God – seems those 4 words shouldn’t really be too difficult to understand. But the truth is more often than not they are, and more so today than in generation that came before us. Why is that? Well 1st off God’s love in any of our lives, or in any generation for that matter is ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    The Psalms: House Vs Home Series

    Contributed by Louis Mare on Jan 22, 2025
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    So, the question I want to look at and what I want to ask of everyone is this? What does it mean to build a home that honurs God.

    Well good morning newlife, and welcome to the back-to-school week as I like to call it. Man, I saw so many photos on Facebook on the first day, first day at school, first day at work, a lot of firsts has happened already in just the first couple of days, some of you are wishing for the first salary ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Free Will Vs. God's Plan PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 12, 2024
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    This sermon explores reconciling human free will with God's divine plan, emphasizing trust in God's guidance and His promise of a hopeful future.

    Ladies and gentlemen, dear brothers and sisters in Christ, I am overjoyed to stand before you today, not as a speaker, but as a fellow traveler, walking hand in hand with each of you on this winding road of faith. We gather here, not as strangers, but as a family united by a bond that transcends ...read more

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    God's Help For Happier Families - Part 2 Series

    Contributed by Rick Crandall on Jul 14, 2023
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    1. God calls wives and all Christians to have submissive love (vs. 22-24, 33). 2. God calls husbands to the Savior’s love (vs. 25-29). 3. God created marriage with a sacred connection (vs. 29-31). 4. God wants everyone to be in His spiritual family (vs. 31-32).

    God's Help for Happier Families - Part 2 Ephesians 5:20-33; Revelation 19:5-9; John 3:5-7; Ephesians 1:3-7 Sermon by Rick Crandall (Prepared July 14, 2023) (Revised August 21, 2023) BACKGROUND: *Our families are precious to us, but they are infinitely more precious to the Lord. God created ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    God's Plan For His Family And Ours Series

    Contributed by Rick Crandall on Jun 19, 2024
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    1. God calls wives and all Christians to have submissive love (vs. 20-24, 33). 2. God calls husbands to the Savior’s love (vs. 25-29). 3. God created marriage with a sacred connection (vs. 29-31). 4. God wants everyone to be in His spiritual family (vs. 31-32).

    God's Plan for His Family and Ours Ephesians 5:20-33; Revelation 19:5-9; John 3:5-7; Ephesians 1:3-7 Sermon by Rick Crandall Series: The Book of Ephesians (Prepared June 19, 2024) BACKGROUND: *Our families are precious to us, but they are infinitely more precious to the Lord. God created ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Rev. Clarence Eisberg avatar

    Samson, A Man With An Ethical Blind Spot Series

    Contributed by Rev. Clarence Eisberg on Oct 27, 2015
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    Samson and Delilah the stuff of real human drama. It is one of the great classic tragedies of all literature—sacred or secular. Some parts of this sermon were gleaned from a sermon by Rev. Charles Swindal

    “Samson, A Man with an Ethical Blind Spot” (Judges 13-16) There are certain stories in the Bible which fit into a very special category. Those are the stories which reveal the essence of the people in the story. That is to say, if you know the story, you know what the people are like ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Doctrines That Free Vs Doctrines That Enslave

    Contributed by Kelly Durant on Apr 23, 2015
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    Here is a sad reality, any one of us, being unprepared to recognize false ideas, might entertain some belief or practice that does not coincide with Jesus teachings! I have seen us lose a few people from this Church over the years and it saddens me.

    Doctrines That Free vs Doctrines That Enslave by Kelly Durant Galatians 1:9 As we said before, so say I now again, if any man preach any other gospel unto you than that ye have received, let him be accursed. 10 For do I now persuade men, or God? or do I seek to please men? for if I yet pleased ...read more

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    Denomination: Salvation Army

  • Ken McKinley avatar

    Total Commitment Vs. Just A Contributor Series

    Contributed by Ken Mckinley on Jun 10, 2023
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    Paul, in writing to the Corinthians teaches that often we lay aside our wants, our desires, and even our needs for the sake of others. In order to run this race, it takes total commitment.

    Text: 1 Cor. 9:19-27 Before we begin, I want to share with you a story. This is a story that you’ll often learn in business classes, when you’re learning about partnerships in business, and I think it’s kind of applicable to what we’re going to be learning today… It’s called the Pig and the ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    I Give You A New Commandment

    Contributed by Carl Benge on May 17, 2007
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    A sermon based on the recollection of the dream by Simon Peter in Acts 11 and Jesus’ commandment in John chapter 13

    I give you a new commandment love one another; you must love one another just as I have loved you. (John 13:34 New Jerusalem Bible) Today’s scriptural readings take us on a journey, which for the disciples, was the true meaning of their mission in life. You see, the dream of Simon Peter is a ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist