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  • John Lowe avatar

    Herodias Series

    Contributed by John Lowe on Jan 23, 2022
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    Herodias in the Bible is notorious for being the woman who desired John the Baptist's head on a platter. She was the unlawful wife of the tetrarch Herod Antipas and had formerly been Herod's brother, Philip.

    Herodias Herodias was a princess of the Herodian dynasty of Judaea during the Roman Empire. Christian writings connect her with John the Baptist's execution. Born: 15 B.C. Died: 39 AD, Lyon, France Spouse: Herod Antipas (m. ?–39 AD), Herod II Children: Salome, Salomé II Parents: ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Next Encounter

    Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Jul 25, 2021
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    God never gives up on us. And it's usually not the first encounter that produces the desired result but it could be the next. Let's see what the bible has to say about the next encounter.

    THE NEXT ENCOUNTER I got a call from a former member who met a young man and as the conversation turned spiritual, the young man mentioned his connection with Cornerstone, unaware the other guy also had a history with Cornerstone. They planned on getting together again and so he called me to get ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Body Of Christ

    Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Mar 12, 2022
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    If we desire to impact our community for Jesus Christ, then we need to be unified. Using the illustration of the church as a human body, Paul shared how a church that is divided will fail to function properly; or perhaps, even fail to survive.

    “A father asked his young son to break a bundle of sticks. He returned a little later to find the boy frustrated in the task. He had raised the bundle high and smashed it on his knee, but he only bruised his knee. He had set the bundle against a wall and stomped real hard with his foot, but the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Understanding Faith In Everyday Life SermonCentral

    Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 6, 2023
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    Everyone possesses some form of faith. We place faith in various aspects of our lives, such as trusting our car to start and take us to our desired destination, or believing in the expertise of our doctors. This mindset is universal.

    Today, I want to talk about "faith." Everyone has some type of faith, whether it's in their car starting or in their doctor's expertise. We all have faith in something or someone. However, the difference lies in the object of our faith. Our faith is only as good as the object we place it in. In the ...read more

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    God Of Increase Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 9, 2025
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    God is not a God of stagnation—He is a God of increase. From the beginning of creation, when He blessed mankind and said, “Be fruitful and multiply,” God revealed His desire for continual growth and multiplication in the lives of His people.

    GOD OF INCREASE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Corinthians 3:6-7 Supporting Texts: Genesis 1:28, Psalm 115:14, Deuteronomy 1:11, Isaiah 9:7, Acts 6:7 INTRODUCTION: God is not a God of stagnation—He is a God of increase. From the beginning of creation, when He blessed mankind and said, “Be ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Sermon – The Cost Of Having Your Way - Do You Really Want A King?

    Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Feb 4, 2025
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    But they wanted a king “the same as all the other nations” (1 Samuel 8:5). So they rejected their true King, the God of heaven and earth. God granted their request and gave them over to their desires, but not without a warning.

    Sermon – Do You Really Want A King? Scripture Lesson - 1Samuel 8:1-21 “As Samuel grew old, he appointed his sons to be judges over Israel. Joel and Abijah, his oldest sons, held court in Beersheba. But they were not like their father, for they were greedy for money. They accepted bribes and ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    I Have My Rights!!! Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jul 2, 2017
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     | 21,857 views

    We live in nation of "rights" but if my rights conflict with yours we can end up in court, in a church split or in a family division. How do we avoid letting our desire to defend our rights to ruin our lives?

    OPEN: I’m going to read from the words of an ancient document. When I’m finished I’m going to ask you what document these words are from (we put the words up on the screen and underlined the word “Rights” in the passage): “When in the Course of human events it becomes necessary for one people to ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    How To Give God's Best To Others Series

    Contributed by Scott Maze on Jun 4, 2021
     | 3,271 views

    God wants to change how you feel. God wants to change what you desire. God wants to change how you work. God wants to change how you act. God wants to change how you love.

    Today, I am praying for two families with rebellious children. Children who are now adults and addicted to drugs. These families need hope. I am praying for Breenan, a little preemie baby at a Little Rock hospital. Breenan was born seven weeks too early. I am praying for young newlywed husband ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Obedient Church

    Contributed by Chad Bolfa on Oct 29, 2010
     | 6,762 views

    Tonight we will learn about being an Obedient church, and what an obedient church looks like, again it is my desire that compare our church to this biblical model and see how we measure up, and again the challenge will be, if there is any area where we do

    The Obedient Church Pm September 20th 2009 Titus 1:5-16 Introduction Last week we began a six part series through the book of Titus, the title of this series is “Will the true church arise”. The purpose for this series is to compare our church to the biblical model for church and see ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    How Change Happens Series

    Contributed by Rick Duncan on Sep 2, 2005
    based on 8 ratings
     | 5,487 views

    You can try to change God’s way or you can change the world’s way. You can change with the help of God or you can try to change with the help of self. You can try an inside-out kind of change or an outside-in kind of change.

    I grew up in the church. My dad was a pastor. I can remember people in those churches he pastored who attended services every Sunday morning, Sunday night, and Wednesday night, who knew their Bible, who taught classes, who gave money, who led committees, but who were also mean as snakes. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Our Mighty God Series

    Contributed by Mark Haines on Dec 9, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,355 views

    We all are very independent individuals. Some of our first words – perhaps even our first sentence – expressed that self-reliance. "I can do it myself." This is healthy when we’re dressing and cleaning up. It becomes unhealthy when we try to control o

    Introduction: The names in this story have been changed out of respect for their privacy. Julie W told her family’s story in a magazine article. [My daughter], Allison, came home for the weekend. She opened the door, didn’t speak, and dropped her duffel bag. Smudges of mascara circled her eyes. ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    He Will Baptize You With The Holy Spirit

    Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Jan 30, 2018
     | 4,519 views

    John was baptizing and the people knew and understood that but what was this baptism with the Holy Spirit that Jesus was bringing?

    (This sermon is in an outline form so you may need to flesh it out a little) Please open your Bibles to Mark 1:1-8 which we will read in a few minutes. Last Sunday when we took a look at this passage of Scripture we talked about three things: 1. Mark was announcing Who Jesus is 2. Mark was ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    Prayer Changes Things Series

    Contributed by Susan Blader on Feb 18, 2007
    based on 24 ratings
     | 68,045 views

    If we come not just asking, but really seeking, we will receive God’s best. We can be encouraged to pray because God wants us to, and He desires to give us much more than the request that started the conversation.

    Prayer Changes Things A Sermon on Matthew 7:7-11 The story is told of a young boy who wanted $100 very badly. He prayed for a long time, but nothing happened. Undaunted by the lack of response, he wrote a letter to God presenting his request once again. When the postal authorities received the ...read more

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    Denomination: Disciples Of Christ

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    Divine Prerogatives Series

    Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Jul 15, 2013
    based on 8 ratings
     | 18,825 views

    The significant part of a person's story is how God is able to work through events & experiences to accomplish His purpose in & for our lives. David chooses to extend the mercy & grace that he desires God to extend to him. This story should inspire us to

    1 SAMUEL 26:13- 25 [The Life of David] DIVINE PREROGATIVES [Psalm 54 / Luke 6:27-36] The most significant part of a person's story is how God is able to work through events and experiences to accomplish His purpose in and for our lives. First Samuel 26 tells of another incident in which David ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Pity Party - Prodigal Son / Brother

    Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Aug 28, 2004
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     | 12,152 views

    It’s a sad tune because the only instrument in the band is your own drum which you are beating on incessantly - Very "Phunny" opening poem, then the CURSE, CAUSE, AND CURE of Self Pity. Link inc. to formatted text, audio/video, PowerPoint.

    Pity Party Luke 15:25-32 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/PityParty.html It’s a sad tune because the only instrument in the band is your own drum which you are beating on incessantly. It’s not fun to listen to and no one taps their foot. But you are certain it makes you feel better to beat it out ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist