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  • Shawn miller avatar

    The Gates Of Nehemiah: The Valley Gate

    Contributed by Shawn Miller on Apr 26, 2016
     | 11,380 views

    The fourth of a series of messages on the ten gates of Nehemiah- spiritualized to represent the progress of every believer

    The Gates of Nehemiah: The Valley Gate Introduction: Tonight we are looking at the fourth message in our ten week study. The next gate in the ten gates of Nehemiah that represent our spiritual progress as a Christian is the valley gate. Last week we studied the meaning of “the Old ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Radical Restoration Of The Family

    Contributed by Davon Huss on May 6, 2016
     | 6,852 views

    Let's talk about 5 radical priorities for parents (Material adapted from Dennis Rainey's book, A Call to Family Reformation, Chapter 7 Parenting with a Purpose, pgs. 119-139)

    Introduction: Title is “Radical Restoration of the Family”, took this idea from F. LaGard Smith’s book called Radical Restoration: Smith takes aim at many features of today's church that bear little resemblance to the picture presented in the New Testament. He begins with our ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Generation Of Vipers Today

    Contributed by Kelly Durant on Jan 26, 2019
     | 5,300 views

    Snake (Satan) worship has been around since the beginning in ancient cultures but today people are being programed to return to the worship of the snakes and be submitted to his pyramid paradigm.

    The Generation Of Vipers Today 1-27-19 By Kelly Durant Matthew 3:7 But when he saw many of the Pharisees and Sadducees coming to his baptism, he said to them, “Brood of vipers! Who warned you to flee from the wrath to come? Matthew 12:34 Brood of vipers! How can ...read more

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    Denomination: Salvation Army

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    Paul Teaches The Signs Of The Times

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Mar 12, 2019
     | 8,059 views

    Paul is mentoring Timothy about the signs of the second coming of Jesus Christ.

    PAUL TEACHES ON THE SIGNS OF THE SECOND COMING… By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com SAUL HAD A PERSONAL ENCOUNTER AND EXPERIENCE WITH JESUS CHRIST THAT FOREVER CHANGED HIS LIFE. HE WAS TRANSFORMED IN TO A NEW MAN… HE WAS NO LONGER SAUL HE BECAME PAUL… No man can ever be a ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Michael Deutsch avatar

    Choose Wisely

    Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Aug 30, 2019
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     | 8,020 views

    Looking at Jesus' words at a dinner party about choosing humility

    Luke 14:1, 7-14 September 1, 2019 One of the most difficult things to do when planning a large party, like a wedding reception is what? Where are you going to seat everyone! You know certain people have to sit closer to the head table, you just have to do it. Like it or not. Then there are ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    It's A Challenging Race Series

    Contributed by Russ Barksdale on Oct 9, 2018
     | 6,120 views

    1. We are called to action 2. Our action must be decisive. 3. We must decide to release ALL distractions.

    “It’s A Challenging Race.” v.1b 1. We are called to action 2. Our action must be decisive. 3. We must decide to release ALL distractions. Opening Illustration (video of runner tripping in tape from 00:02-00:51 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nMlxxNRQRro ) Turn to Hebrews ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Solving The Mystery Behind Abel's Murder.

    Contributed by Jan Oosthuizen on Nov 12, 2018
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     | 7,302 views

    An important narrative to live more connected and meaningful lives.

    An important narrative to live more connected and meaningful lives. The Genesis Narratives are most important constructs of first mention: The original Sin, the first Murder. The destruction of our relationship with God, then the destruction of the brotherhood of man. In the same way we understand ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Evidence For Everyone To See Series

    Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Jan 2, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,057 views

    This is a revamp of a series from a few years ago. We can reach people if our faith is evident!

    INTRODUCTION • SLIDE #1 • Once we become a Christian, what are we to do? Should there be anything different about what we do with our lives, should there be a different focus for our lives than what we had before we came to Jesus? What should we be doing with ourselves as we await the return of ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Justin - Let Us Remember Series

    Contributed by Phil Smith on Jan 19, 2009
    based on 3 ratings
     | 4,873 views

    Using the "Justin" story to illustrate simple Christianity. Christians forget where they came from. Evidence? I give three (there are more).

    I. Introduction Last week I read a story to you in an attempt to clearly illustrate our position before God. In the next few weeks I will continue to use that story to illustrate in more detail how our relationship with God should work. This process is important because the gospel can become ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Don't Miss Your Calling

    Contributed by Lynn Malone on Jan 27, 2014
    based on 4 ratings
     | 14,257 views

    Identifying three callings of Jesus on a person's life.

    Don’t Miss Your Calling Matthew 4:12 – 23 There is so much rich material in today’s scripture. From the image of light in the darkness to the fulfillment of prophecy to the mention of healing and miracles, there are several things that if we advertised, we could draw a good ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Jerry Shirley avatar

    Sword Of The Spirit

    Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Jan 29, 2014
    based on 8 ratings
     | 10,340 views

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    Sword of the Spirit Ephesians 6:17b http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/SwordOfSpirit.html Romans 13:12 The night is far spent, the day is at hand: let us therefore cast off the works of darkness, and let us put on the armour of light. It has all been defensive gear thus far. Now, how about an ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    How Do I Know? Series

    Contributed by Jason Pettibone on Apr 1, 2014
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,625 views

    Paul is speaking about the meaning of life and the ultimate purposes of human existence

    EPHESIANS # 7 We are working our way through Paul’s letter to the Ephesians. Want to know the basics of the Christian life? It’s right here in these 6 chapters. We are blessed and beloved by our Father who extends favor to us in Christ. We are enlightened and empowered by the ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Fear God, And Nothing Else!

    Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on Dec 24, 2014
    based on 3 ratings
     | 9,701 views

    This was designed as a New Years sermon to teach Christians what is an appropriate fear and what is not. Biblical texts are also explored showing the blessings associated with proper fear of God.

    Fear God … and nothing else! Proverbs 1:7 INTRODUCTION: Happy New Year! The beginning of a new year is a good time for new beginnings. What have you decided to start fresh on this year? A change in attitude? A new diet? A new budget? A new exercise regimen? Whatever resolutions we ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Plumb Line

    Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Mar 12, 2022
    based on 2 ratings
     | 8,159 views

    What is our standard of holiness? As individuals, do we compare ourselves with others? As a church, do we compare our ministry with the congregation down the road? These are mistaken comparisons, as Jesus is our true standard.

    Michael Green, in his book Illustrations for Biblical Preaching, shares a good lesson which I think is appropriate for beginning our message this evening. He states, All of us frequently compare ourselves favorably with someone else. We all think of someone whom we consider to be less mature, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Daniel 4: Overcoming Pride Series

    Contributed by Vic Folkert on Sep 3, 2020
     | 7,178 views

    Self-focused pride 1) causes anxiety, 2) leads to a fall, 3) can be redeemed through God-focused humility. We can humble ourselves by 1) recognizing God as sovereign, 2) crediting God for our abilities, and 3) directing our gifts to the good of others.

    PUTTING PRIDE IN ITS PLACE—Daniel 4 PRIDE. One of the “Seven Deadly Sins,” along with greed, wrath, envy, lust, gluttony, and sloth. But is it always bad? There is a kind of healthy pride, which values one’s abilities, celebrates achievement, and motivates positive behavior. Paul refers to ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed