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  • Clark Tanner avatar

    The Power Of God

    Contributed by Clark Tanner on Nov 10, 2000
    based on 108 ratings
     | 8,664 views

    A Devotion for seekers/students of Romans

    There are six basic Greek words in the New Testament that are translated “power”. The word found in Romans 1:16 is, “dunamis”; from which we get our word, “dynamite”. “For I am not ashamed of the Gospel, for it is the power of God for salvation to everyone who believes, to the Jew first and ...read more

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    Denomination: Orthodox

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    The Lord Our King

    Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Nov 6, 2015
     | 4,596 views

    THE LORD OUR KING

    Psalm 121 1. THE LORD OUR KING v. 1 & 2 "A Song of degrees. I will lift up mine eyes unto the hills, from whence cometh my help. My help cometh from the LORD, which made heaven and earth." - Hezekiah under Assyrian threat - "I will lift up mine eyes unto the hills" (a) The Majesty of the Hills ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

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    Why Does God Allow Suffering!

    Contributed by Jenny Franklin on Dec 21, 2022
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,299 views

    Satan isn’t omnipotent. He can only do what God allows. So why does God allow Satan to continue to roam the earth seeking whom he can devour? Why does God delay judgment of the wicked while we suffer?

    a. The Lord waited so that Noah could be saved. … In the days of Noah, God waited with long-suffering while Noah prepared the ark in which eight souls were saved from the flood. 1 Peter 3:20 Seeing the wickedness of man and knowing that the imagination of his heart was only evil continually, the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Book Of Jude: A Powerful Epistle Of Warning And Encouragement

    Contributed by Ronald Moore on Nov 8, 2023
     | 2,333 views

    Jude, the shortest book, but packed with wisdom

    The Book of Jude, one of the shortest books in the New Testament, is a powerful yet often overlooked letter that offers a unique perspective on the Christian faith. This epistle, attributed to Jude, the brother of James and a servant of Jesus Christ, is a potent blend of warning, exhortation, and ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    Does God Care About Me?

    Contributed by Rick Crandall on Jul 7, 2011
    based on 6 ratings
     | 11,188 views

    God cares for you the same way He cared for Joseph! He wants to: 1. restore your broken relationships (vs. 1-5). 2. save you from your sins (vs. 5-7). 3. bring blessings out of your burdens (vs. 8). 4. make you part of His mission (vs. 9-15).

    Does God Care about Me? Genesis 45:1-15 Sermon by Rick Crandall McClendon Baptist Church - May 23, 2010 BACKGROUND & INTRODUCTION: *Does God care about me? -- Everybody needs to know the answer to this question. And today we can find the answer from one of the greatest men in the Old Testament. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    All Bark And No Sap

    Contributed by Monte Brown on Jan 22, 2007
     | 1,977 views

    we should all be like the evergreen and have the Holy Spirit active in our lives all year around.

    The Christmas tree is found in the homes of almost every person in America, so I would like to talk about the meaning of the Christmas tree, as I see it. Read: Matthew 5:14-16 Ye are the light of the world. A city that is set on a hill cannot be hid. [15] Neither do men light a candle, and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Way Of Humilty

    Contributed by Brian Williams on Apr 6, 2023
     | 3,215 views

    When a humble person listens and learns, they will not act in a way that brings disgrace on him or herself, on the church, or upon the name of the Lord. They will live in a way that honors God and His Word in everything and above everything else.

    As many of you here know, we have been studying the book of Proverbs since February in a series called Wisdom that Works. So far this month we have talked about the power of words, fulfilling friendships, last week we heard about wisdom for anger and today, we come to the subject of the way of ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    A New Phase Of Life

    Contributed by Byron Sherman on Jun 15, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,254 views

    Joshua recognized a major benchmark in Israel’s progress toward inheriting the Promised Land. Our graduates are entering a new phase of life acknowledging their past accomplishments & thereby initiating their significant work yet to be accomplished.

    A NEW PHASE Of LIFE—Joshua 24:14-28 Attention: Graduates of High School & Community College Need: If you work without serving God, then you’ve chosen your god & your god is you! Joshua recognized a major benchmark in Israel’s progress toward inheriting the Promised Land. Our ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Charlie Kirk - Thoughts On Divine Protection

    Contributed by Dr. Stanley Vasu on Sep 20, 2025
     | 561 views

    PROTECTION 1. Psalm 91 2. Psalm 121 3. Last days 4. Pray for us 5. Constant prayer was offered to God by the church 6. Those who are slain for the word of God 7. They spoke the word of God with boldness.

    PROTECTION 1. Psalm 91 2. Psalm 121 3. Last days 4. Pray for us 5. Constant prayer was offered to God by the church 6. Those who are slain for the word of God 7. They spoke the word of God with boldness. ******************* PROTECTION 1. Psalm 91 Psalm 91 : 1 - 16 1 He who dwells in ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Ezekiel Series

    Contributed by John Lowe on Mar 7, 2022
     | 2,483 views

    After the fall of Jerusalem and his period of silence, Ezekiel now addressed himself more pointedly to the exiles. He sought to direct their hopes for the restoration of their nation. His theme changed from the harsh judgment of God to the promise of the future.

    OUTLINE Introduction Hebrew prophet Alternate titles: Ezechiel, Ye?ezqel, Ezekiel Ezekiel, also spelled Ezechiel, Hebrew Ye?ezqel, (flourished 6th century BC), prophet-priest of ancient Israel and the subject and in part, the author of an Old Testament book that bears his name. Flourished: c.600 ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Progress With Your Fellowship

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on May 22, 2003
    based on 16 ratings
     | 4,041 views

    Paul wants to provide the Thessalonicans with every possible incentive to continue in the faith as they develop their church in the midst of opposition.

    Paul’s Missionary Approach To the Thessalonicans Coming to Thessalonica, Paul and Silas were able to preach in the synagogue for only three weeks with outstanding success despite incredible opposition. Quickly, the Jews incited a riot against the missionaries and their host, Jason. (Acts 17:1-9) ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Maintaining Loving Relationships

    Contributed by John White on Jan 12, 2005
    based on 19 ratings
     | 7,896 views

    A Biblical view of the elements involved in establishing and maintaining loving relationships.

    RELATIONSHIPS THAT LAST Philemon Entire Chapter Introduction: I want to share today about the sort of relationship Paul must have had withPhilemon. A relationship that enabled him to be able to confidently ask such a costly response from him. A relationship based upon a lasting, loving and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    David's Prayer Series

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Jul 17, 2020
    based on 1 rating
     | 8,242 views

    Second Samuel 7:18-29 shows us a model for prayer.

    Scripture Last time we examined 2 Samuel 7:1-17. David had been settled in Jerusalem for some time. His beautiful palace had been built. One day he told Nathan the prophet that he wanted to construct a permanent building to house the ark of God. Nathan encouraged him to go ahead. But later that ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    119 - Pt. 2 - Prayer Series

    Contributed by Steve Ely on Jul 14, 2014
     | 7,570 views

    Lengthy and loaded. Confrontational and convicting. All reasons we very seldom (but need to) spend time in the One One Nine!

    119 - Pt. 2 I. Introduction It is long. It is lengthy. It is passed over by those who prefer brevity. It is neglected by those who prefer short and sweet. It is shunned by the Reader's Digest crowd. However, in its great length is also has great depth. Multifaceted. It is rich. It is worth the ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Asleep

    Contributed by Phillip Smith on Nov 11, 2023
     | 1,244 views

    As humans we grow tired and require a nap; at least I do in the afternoon. Does God grow sleepy and require a daily nap in the afternoon? If we take the days of the week literally as with the creation, does God sleep every seventh day?

    In the beginning God made the heavens and the earth. After creating everything, God rested. Does that mean God went to sleep? As humans we grow tired and require a nap; at least I do in the afternoon. Does God grow sleepy and require a daily nap in the afternoon? If we take the days of the week ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ