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  • Paul Fritz avatar

    How God Closes One Door And Opens Another

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 12, 2001
    based on 111 ratings
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    God guides us by using closed doors and opens doors if we are willing to submit to His total control

    How God Closes One Door and Opens Another (Acts 16:6-18) Illustration:Sir Alexander Mackenzie is a Canadian hero. An early fur trader and explorer, he accomplished a magnificent feat when he led an expedition across Canada from Fort Chippewyan on Lake Athabasca to the Pacific Ocean. His incredible ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Lessons From Lydia

    Contributed by Gene Cullum on Dec 8, 2006
    based on 30 ratings
     | 16,812 views

    What True Conversion Is Really All About…

    “LESSONS FROM LYDIA” PASTOR Gene Cullum Acts 16:14-15 “And on the sabbath we went out of the city by a river side, where prayer was wont to be made; and we sat down, and spake unto the women which resorted thither. 14: And a certain woman named Lydia, a seller of purple, of the city ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Timothy Joins Saul Lesson 43 Series

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Oct 19, 2018
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    Timothy joins Saul

    A. INTRODUCTION 1. Missionary conference. “And when they . . . gathered the church together, they reported all that God had done with them” (Acts 14:27). 2. Inspection trip. “Let us now go back and visit our brethren in every city . . . and see how they are doing” (Acts 15:36). 3. Brethren ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Philippians Parts 1-4 Series

    Contributed by Luther Sexton on Jun 1, 2021
     | 1,715 views

    An in-depth study on the book of Philippians

    Philippians Part 1 – The Man Paul I. Name A. Hebrew Saul—asked for B. Roman – Paul –little II. Birth and Early Life A. Jew—Benjamin (Philippians 3:5) B. Born in Tarsus—capital of Roman province of Cilicia (Acts 22:3) C. Pharisee’s son (Acts 23:6) D. Roman Citizenship – Inherited ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Hope For Your House

    Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Feb 17, 2013
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    A sermon challenging women to a closer walk.

    “Hope for Your House” Acts 16:9-15 14 And a certain woman named Lydia, a seller of purple, of the city of Thyatira, which worshipped God, heard us: whose heart the Lord opened, that she attended unto the things which were spoken of Paul. 15 And when she was baptized, and her household, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Illumination Of Scripture Series

    Contributed by Rusty Tardo on Mar 27, 2009
     | 5,400 views

    God has ordained that through the Scriptures the mind of men is illumined "The entrance of thy words giveth light" Psalms 119:130

    BIBLIOLOGY #2 The Doctrine of Scripture [ The Illumination of Scripture ] Dr. Russell K. Tardo II. THE ILLUMINATION OF SCRIPTURE A. The Understanding of Spiritual Truth: Illumination is the work of the Holy Spirit in the believer’s mind whereby he is enabled to understand the inspired, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    A Call To Community Series

    Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Jun 3, 2013
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     | 5,966 views

    Through this baptism we see: 1) The Proclamation for Community (Acts 16:9-10), 2) The Place for Community (Acts 16:11-13), 3) The Person in Community (Acts 16:14), and 4) The Proof of Community (Acts 16:15).

    Acts 16:9-15. [9] And a vision appeared to Paul in the night: a man of Macedonia was standing there, urging him and saying, "Come over to Macedonia and help us." [10] And when Paul had seen the vision, immediately we sought to go on into Macedonia, concluding that God had called us to ...read more

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    God Getting Personal Series

    Contributed by Rob Jansons on Sep 13, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,092 views

    This is the first sermon in a ten-part series on Philippians which introduces the background adn theme of the book and also the style of studying a New Testament letter.

    This is a letter from Paul to the church in Philippi, a Roman city in Greece that Paul visited with Silas on his second missionary journey. This letter was written by Paul when he was in a Roman prison, very likely the last place he would be before his execution for being a Christian. It begins ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Conversion Of A Sinner Series

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Mar 7, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 445 views

    Acts 16:11-15 teaches us that God is sovereign in the conversion of sinners.

    Introduction William Ashley Sunday (1862 - 1935) was a professional baseball player who played in the National League for eight seasons. On a Sunday afternoon in Chicago, during either the 1886 or 1887 baseball season, Billy Sunday and several of his teammates were out on the town on their day ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Evangelism In The Marketplace Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 17, 2025
     | 268 views

    Evangelism is not limited to the church; the marketplace is a vital mission field where souls can be won for Christ. Every believer has the responsibility to share the gospel through their work, business, and daily interactions.

    EVANGELISM IN THE MARKETPLACE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Acts 17:17 Supporting Texts: Matthew 28:19-20, Colossians 4:5-6, Proverbs 11:30, 1 Corinthians 10:31, Matthew 5:14-16 INTRODUCTION The marketplace is more than a place of business; it is a mission field filled with people who need ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    The Spirit-Filled Worker Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 7, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 105 views

    A Spirit-filled worker stands out in character, creativity, competence, and calling.

    THE SPIRIT-FILLED WORKER By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Exodus 31:1-6 Supporting Texts: Acts 6:3, Ephesians 5:18, Colossians 3:23-24, Galatians 5:22-23 INTRODUCTION: In today’s world, where excellence, productivity, and integrity are highly sought after in every field of labour, the greatest ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Larry Grant avatar

    A Message To The Church In Thyatira Series

    Contributed by Larry Grant on Dec 11, 2022
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     | 2,462 views

    The city of Thyatira was the smallest of the seven cities mentioned in the letters to the churches. Yet, Jesus sends His longest letter. He commends, He confronts and He comforts the church.

    Revelation 2:18-26 A MESSAGE TO THE CHURCH IN THYATIRA December 11, 2022 The city of Thyatira was the smallest of the seven cities mentioned in the letters to the churches. Yet, Jesus sends His longest letter. The name Thyatira means “Unceasing Sacrifice”. Thyatira was known for its woolen ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Starting A Church Of Brotherly Love

    Contributed by Robert Simmons on Feb 24, 2002
    based on 48 ratings
     | 3,171 views

    Exposition of the planting of the church at Philippi and truths valuable for our infant church.

    Many of the churches we read of the Apostle Paul’s foundational work in the book of Acts. When we turn the pages of history and take glance at this church some 40 years later, the church has become complacent spiritually. Not so with the church at Philadelphia. This church is praised for their ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    The Revelation Of Christ's Expectations (Holiness) Series

    Contributed by Jonathan Mcleod on Mar 3, 2011
     | 3,495 views

    Jesus expects us to be holy, no matter the temptation.

    [If you would like to receive free weekly sermons by email, please contact jonrmcleod@yahoo.com.] STAYING PURE IN A DIRTY WORLD ILLUSTRATION: Trying not to get dirty while working. “And to the angel of the church in Thyatira write….” (v. 18a). In Thyatira, doctrinal compromise ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Character Study Of Dorcas (Tabitha) Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 26, 2025
     | 1,066 views

    Dorcas was a woman of faith, compassion, and generosity. Her life teaches us that even simple acts of kindness can have a great impact. Though she passed away, her good works spoke for her, and God used Peter to restore her life.

    CHARACTER STUDY OF DORCAS (TABITHA) – A WOMAN FULL OF GOOD WORKS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Acts 9:36-43 "At Joppa there was a certain disciple named Tabitha, which is translated Dorcas. This woman was full of good works and charitable deeds which she did." (Acts 9:36, ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God