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  • Dave McFadden avatar

    “diotrephes & Demetrius – A Cantankerous & A Consistent Christian” Series

    Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Mar 26, 2012
    based on 6 ratings
     | 17,419 views

    John contrasts a God centered Christian with a self centered Christian.

    In the book of Third John, we read a tale of three Christians - Gaius, who John commended; Diotrephes, who John saw as cantankerous; and Demetrius, who John cited as being consistent in His walk with Christ. Last time we considered what John has to say about Gaius - a commendable Christian. Now ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Wrestling With God

    Contributed by Gordon Curley on Nov 18, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,133 views

    Jacob Wrestles With God. (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request - email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

    Reading: Genesis chapter 32 verses 22-32. Ill: • James Whistler, the Victorian artist, • Showed scant respect for the hierarchy of any profession. • When his poodle fell ill with a throat infection, • The artist sent immediately for the country’s leading ear, ...read more

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    Denomination: Brethren

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    At Least I Am Not That

    Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Dec 9, 2024
     | 948 views

    This message is about self-righteousness and how Christians can easily fall into this attitude when we stand in judgment of others.

    At Least I Am Not That! Scripture: Luke 18:9-14; Romans 10:3; Proverbs 26:12 Good morning Strangers Rest. The title of my message this morning is “At Least I Am Not That” and it is a message about being self-righteous. To ensure we are all on the same page, I want to give you the definition of ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Joel Gilbert avatar

    The Call Of Jesus Series

    Contributed by Joel Gilbert on Jun 16, 2025
     | 465 views

    While Jesus announces for the first time to his disciples his call to the cross, He calls us to confess who he is and calls us to live a crucified life.

    I would guess that we are probably similar in that we get so many unwanted calls each day. Somehow, I’ve been getting calls for some group who says they can get me on Social Security Disability. Other times I’ve been on the list for VA loans - except I’m not a veteran. I’ve received calls for ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jerry Flury avatar

    God Is In Control

    Contributed by Jerry Flury on May 22, 2014
    based on 5 ratings
     | 24,740 views

    Do you ever look at the things that happen in your life and the things that are going on the world around us and feel like everything is out of control? Regardless how chaotic things may appear understand that God is on His throne and He is in control.

    God Is In Control Isaiah 45:6-7 Do you ever look at the things that happen in your life and the things that are going on the world around us and feel like everything is out of control? Questions arise. Why do things happen the way they do? Why do bad things happen to good people? Is everything ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Jude Part 2 Series

    Contributed by John Lowe on Feb 20, 2018
     | 5,562 views

    Jude gives three designations that are true of all believers. They are called, sanctified by God the Father, and preserved in Jesus Christ.

    *(Surnamed) Somebody’s family name: the name that identifies somebody as belonging to a particular family and that he or she has in common with other members of that family; the last name. **(Matthew 10:3) “Philip, and Bartholomew; Thomas, and Matthew the publican; James the son of Alphaeus, and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Pass The Salt Please Series

    Contributed by Thomas Swope on Apr 15, 2012
     | 5,516 views

    A study of the Gospel of Matthew 5: 13 – 16

    Matthew 5: 13 – 16 Pass The Salt Please 13 “You are the salt of the earth; but if the salt loses its flavor, how shall it be seasoned? It is then good for nothing but to be thrown out and trampled underfoot by men. 14 “You are the light of the world. A city that is set on a hill ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

  • Christian Jones avatar

    Building Spiritual Resilience: Strengthening Your Faith

    Contributed by Christian Jones on Jun 6, 2023
    based on 2 ratings
     | 3,967 views

    In these passages from Jude, we find seven points of inspiration that guide us in building spiritual resilience and strengthening our faith.

    1. "But ye, beloved, building up yourselves on your most holy faith" (Jude 1:20a). Cross-reference: "So then faith cometh by hearing, and hearing by the word of God" (Romans 10:17). The foundation of our spiritual resilience lies in our faith. We must diligently build up our ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Preach The Word, Stay The Course 2 Timothy 4:1-4 Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jul 6, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,825 views

    Paul's solemn charge to Timothy in 2 Timothy 4:1-4 is a powerful reminder of our responsibility as believers to uphold and proclaim God's truth in a world that often rejects it.

    Preach the Word, Stay the Course 2 Timothy 4:1-4 Introduction: Today, we turn to Paul's solemn charge to Timothy in 2 Timothy 4:1-4. This passage is a powerful reminder of our responsibility as believers to uphold and proclaim God's truth in a world that often rejects it. Let's read ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Transformed By Truth: Secure In His Keeping Jude 24-25 Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on May 1, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 936 views

    In the final doxology of Jude, we are reminded of God's faithfulness to keep us secure in His love and the profound assurance we have in Christ as believers, anchored in the truth of God's Word.

    Transformed by Truth: Secure in His Keeping Jude 24-25 Introduction: Today, we explore the profound assurance we have in Christ as believers, anchored in the truth of God's Word. In the final doxology of Jude, we are reminded of God's faithfulness to keep us secure in His love. Jude 24-25 ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    So Somone Is Throwing Stones

    Contributed by Jimmy Chapman on Nov 9, 2006
    based on 9 ratings
     | 5,522 views

    Accept the provoking reality Acknowledge the preserved resource Activate a proper response

    SO SOMEONE IS THROWING ROCKS AT YOU Acts 7:54-60 Acts 7 is the longest address in the book of Acts, and one of the most important. In it Stephen reviewed the history of Israel and the contributions made by their revered leaders: Abraham, Joseph, Moses, Joshua, David, and Solomon. Stephen’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jamie Hudson avatar

    It's Time

    Contributed by Jamie Hudson on Oct 6, 2014
    based on 1 rating
     | 17,666 views

    It's time for God's people to look in several different directions (spiritually speaking) to get a proper understanding of where we are and what God requires of us in order for revival to take place

    IT’S TIME HOOK (Explain what a Hessian was) – During the Revolutionary war, Colonel Rahl, A Hessian commander at Trenton, was playing cards when a courier brought a message stating that General George Washington was crossing the Delaware River. Rahl put the letter in his pocket and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • William R. Nabaza avatar

    Stay Away From A Fool

    Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Oct 28, 2014
     | 3,461 views

    To show that we need to get away from the presence of a fool to preserve knowledge.

    I. EXORDIUM: Do you have fools as friends? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that we need to get away from the presence of a fool to preserve knowledge. IV. TEXT: Proverbs 14:7 (Amplified Bible) Go from the presence of a foolish and self-confident man, for you will ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    A Remnant Series

    Contributed by Gary Moore on Feb 4, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,447 views

    The Lord preserves for himself a people who are his very own.

    The LORD will not forsake his people, for his great name’s sake, because it has pleased the LORD to make you a people for himself. … Only fear the LORD and serve him faithfully with all your heart. For consider what great things he has done for you (1 Sam. 12.22, 24) INTRODUCTION It is a wise ...read more

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    Denomination: Congregational

  • Stephen Funderburk avatar

    Community, Not An Ark But An Opportunity

    Contributed by Stephen Funderburk on Sep 9, 2007
    based on 27 ratings
     | 5,941 views

    the church is built as an open door to the lost, not an ark to preserve the saints

    Intro: the other day Roger Lashley had a revelation from God. God spoke to him with these words, My church is not an ark. He relayed this to me, so I went to the book of Genesis and studied Noah and the ark. I tried to look at the difference between the ark and community. Here are four thoughts on ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God