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  • Charles Payne avatar

    A Message For Those Troubled By America's Founding And The Issue Of Slavery

    Contributed by Charles Payne on Jul 4, 2025
     | 237 views

    As we reflect on the birth of the United States this Independence Day, many feel a tension between celebrating liberty and grieving the stain of slavery that existed at the nation’s founding. That grief is valid.

    INDEPENDENCE DAY MESSAGE — JULY 4 INTRODUCTION Today, as we celebrate the birth of the United States of America, we remember not only the courageous acts of our Founding Fathers, but the deep convictions that stirred their hearts and shaped this nation's founding. This was not a mere revolt ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Us - Life Together Series

    Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Aug 31, 2017
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     | 8,067 views

    Life is designed by God to be lived in the context of “us” or “we” but not in the context of I, me, or mine!

    Series: Us tag line: Life Together! Thesis: Life is designed by God to be lived in the context of “us” or “we” but not in the context of I, me, or mine! Introduction: That famous toddler phrase we have all heard as parents and grandparents is what? Let’s say it in unison --- “Mine!” Wouldn't it ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Christian Be In Submission Series

    Contributed by Bruce Landry on May 25, 2005
    based on 13 ratings
     | 3,924 views

    Christian are you easily in submission today to the people and government that God has placed before you? This is an area in which many fail. Let us seek direction from God’s word today.

    Christian be in Submission Christians…to be in Submission Government ordained of God (v.1-2). Government ordained to promote good and restrain evil (v.3-5). Government ordained to provide benefits through taxes (v.6-7). In U.S. Navel Institute Proceedings… Two battleships assigned to the training ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Office Of The Apostle

    Contributed by Jeff Van Wyk on Mar 11, 2013
     | 7,112 views

    The apostolic ministry is one of the five perfecting ministries God gave to men so that Christians may come to spiritual maturity. Apostles, prophets, teachers, evangelists, and pastors are the governing body of the church. The office or ministry of the a

    The office of the apostle Ephesians 4:11-16 - And He Himself gave some to be apostles, some prophets, some evangelists, and some pastors and teachers, for the equipping of the saints for the work of ministry, for the edifying of the body of Christ, till we all come to the unity of the faith and of ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    The Office Of The Evangelist

    Contributed by Jeff Van Wyk on Mar 15, 2013
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    The ministry of the evangelist is one of the five perfecting ministries God gave to men so that Christians may come to spiritual maturity. Apostles, prophets, teachers, evangelists, and pastors are the governing body of the church. The office or ministry

    The Office of the Evangelist Ephesians 4:11-16 - And He Himself gave some to be apostles, some prophets, some evangelists, and some pastors and teachers, for the equipping of the saints for the work of ministry, for the edifying of the body of Christ, till we all come to the unity of the faith ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    Paying Taxes

    Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Oct 12, 2020
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     | 3,083 views

    Is paying taxes a participation in evil acts by human governments? What’s the difference between love and idolatry of a country? Let’s look at the moral dilemma of paying taxes in Matthew 22:15-22.

    Is paying taxes a participation in evil acts by human governments? What’s the difference between love and idolatry of a country? Let’s look at the moral dilemma of paying taxes in Matthew 22:15-22. To Pay Taxes Matthew 22:15-17 Then the Pharisees went and plotted how they might entangle Him in ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Whats Happened To My Harvest [1] Series

    Contributed by Dr. Ope Banwo on Apr 3, 2020
    based on 1 rating
     | 9,832 views

    In this sermon series, we will be discussing the burning question, "What Happened To My Harvest?" The answer to that question is rooted in the law of the seed governs else in our lives including giving, relationships or careers.

    WHAT HAPPENED TO MY HARVEST? THE BASIS OF THE PRINCIPLES OF THE LAW OF SEEDTIME AND HARVEST In this sermon series, we will be discussing the burning question, "What Happened To My Harvest?" I happen to believe that the answer to that question, "What Happened To My Harvest?" ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Conformity Is This World’s Sheep Dog Trials – A Very Serious Matter Series

    Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Sep 14, 2022
     | 2,812 views

    The world is moving to a universal conformity as governments legislate for uniformity and control. But what about the Christian for he/she must not compromise the faith. As evil increases how will that impact Christians. Compromise is an ever increasing danger.

    CONFORMITY IS THIS WORLD’S SHEEP DOG TRIALS – A VERY SERIOUS MATTER INTRODUCTION TO CONFORMITY The sheep dog trials found in sheep breeding countries is a competition where sheep dogs round up a group of sheep and ensure they are penned. The winner is the fastest. Australia, New Zealand and the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    His Name

    Contributed by Luther Sexton on Feb 24, 2019
     | 5,395 views

    For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given: and the government shall be upon his shoulder: and his name shall be called Wonderful, Counsellor, The mighty God, The everlasting Father, The Prince of Peace.

    HIS NAME SCRIPTURE: READ Matthew 1:18 - 25 and Luke 1:26 - 35 *Matthew 1:21 And she shall bring forth a son, and thou shalt call his name JESUS: for he shall save his people from their sins. Luke 1:31 And, behold, thou shalt conceive in thy womb, and bring forth a son, and shalt call his ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Jesus Questioned About Paying Taxes Series

    Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Sep 25, 2023
     | 1,384 views

    So knowing that the U.S. government apparently is somewhat reckless in how it spends money, should we still pay our taxes faithfully? Or should we try to get around our taxes?

    In the year 2022, according to the CBO, the United States government raised 4.9 trillion dollars in tax income. About half came from individual income taxes. It’s a massive amount of money that we’re talking about, but despite that, the U.S. government is currently 33.1 trillion dollars in debt, ...read more

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    Denomination: Salvation Army

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    The Spirit-Filled Life

    Contributed by Chris Talton on Mar 19, 2004
    based on 44 ratings
     | 4,559 views

    This sermon is on self-control and the Spirit’s role in enabling us to achieve the goals we have to gain control over our selves.

    February 15, 2004 Galatians 5:22-23 “The Spirit-filled Life” INTRODUCTION In Scotland, during the early days of aviation, a stunt pilot was selling rides in his single engine airplane. One day he got into an argument with an old farmer who insisted upon taking his wife along on ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Terry Jones avatar

    Let This Be A Memorial To You

    Contributed by Terry Jones on Jul 1, 2006
    based on 6 ratings
     | 3,499 views

    The Question is not "can America return to God" but rather, "will the Church?"

    Let this be for You a Memorial Independence Day 2006 Text: Leviticus 23:23-25 Was this a prophecy of America’s day of celebrating it’s independence? “Seventh month”, “first day” – okay, it’s close. “It’s a day off” “blowing trumpets” – okay, it’s not exactly a piccolo and drum, “you shall offer ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Garth Wehrfritz- Hanson avatar

    Vision & Hope Series

    Contributed by Garth Wehrfritz- Hanson on May 3, 2004
    based on 39 ratings
     | 6,359 views

    The importance of living with vision and hope, especially in difficult circumstances.

    Sermon for 5 Easter Yr C, 9/05/2004 Based on Rev 21:1-5 By Garth Wehrfritz-Hanson Pastor of Grace Lutheran Church, & Chaplain of the Good Samaritan Society’s South Ridge Village, Medicine Hat, Alberta “Vision & Hope” The leader of a certain Indian tribe encamped at the base of a mountain was ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Integrity An Important Ingredient For Effective Leadership

    Contributed by Nche Takoh on Sep 22, 2006
    based on 16 ratings
     | 11,986 views

    Integrity is a rare commodity in almost all areas of life the government, the press, Education and even the church has been hit hard by scandal. In every case, the lack of credibility can be traced back to the level of integrity of the individuals within

    INTEGRITY AN IMPORTANT INGREDIENT FOR EFFECTIVE LEADERSHIP Introduction/Definition Integrity is a rare commodity in almost all areas of life the government, the press, Education and even the church has been hit hard by scandal. In every case, the lack of credibility can be traced back to the level ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dana Visneskie avatar

    The Emerging Leader (Part 1 - 3) Series

    Contributed by Dana Visneskie on Jun 10, 2004
    based on 19 ratings
     | 3,821 views

    These are three news paper articles I wrote for the local newspaper, stressing our need for leadership in Government. These articles, talk about what a leader looks like, how are country was formed, and the moral issues of our day, enjoy!

    Part 1 From A Pastoral Perspective...... Title: The Next Emerging Leader At any moment now we are all going to hear what we have been waiting for, the election of Prime Minister. I have been waiting for this announcement with excitement for the sole reason that we need leadership and ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal