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  • Byron Sherman avatar

    Expectations For Godly Living-Part 6

    Contributed by Byron Sherman on Mar 21, 2023
     | 1,128 views

    6 of 6. Titus was exhorted by the apostle Paul, to expose God’s people to the expectations for godly living. All God’s people are answerable to His expectations for godly living. What are some expectations for godly living by God’s people?

    EXPECTATIONS For GODLY LIVING-VI—Titus 2:1-15 Attention: In order for God’s people to properly elevate & honor God thru Jesus Christ, there are certain ‘aspects’ of faithful living that that they are EXPECTED to fulfill! Need: There is an ultimate ‘fulfillment & satisfaction’ that CAN ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Marks Of An Effective Minister Series

    Contributed by David Welch on Feb 14, 2011
     | 5,868 views

    16th in the series dealing with Paul's example of an effective ministry. From his testimony about himself I draw several critical elements that should characterized any effective ministry of Jesus Christ.

    Ephesians Series #16 “Marks of an Effective Minister” Eph 3:1-13 REVIEW I. Our Wealth and Worth In Christ 1-4 A. Paul blessed God for blessing us with every spiritual blessing 1:3-14 B. Paul prayed for their enlightenment 1:15-23 Hope of ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

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    Part 3: How To Call On God In A Crisis Series

    Contributed by Rick Crandall on Oct 10, 2024
     | 1,676 views

    1. Look back at the Lord's faithfulness (vs. 9). 2. Admit our sinful shortcomings (vs. 10). 3. Keep trusting in God's truth (vs. 9,10,12). 4. Keep serving our Savior (vs. 10). 5. Give God the glory for the good things in your life (vs. 10). 6. Tell God about your troubles (vs. 11).

    Great Prayers of the Old Testament Part 3: How to Call on God in a Crisis Genesis 32:1-12 Sermon by Rick Crandall (Prepared October 10, 2024) BACKGROUND: *Today we will study another great prayer from the Old Testament. But first, remember that the Holy Spirit put over 200 prayers in the Bible. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Lies We Believe About Ourselves Series

    Contributed by Robert Higgins on Apr 17, 2008
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     | 8,063 views

    A look at some lies we believe about ourselves.

    Week 3: Lies We Believe About Ourselves 1. Video of a mother who learned to love. a. Last week we covered “Lies we believe about God.” b. If we believe things about God that aren’t true, we will believe things about everything else that aren’t true. Your building is only as good as the foundation ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    It's A Partnership

    Contributed by Derrick Tuper on May 18, 2020
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     | 9,358 views

    There are many partnerships in life: business partners, marriage partners, law partners, etc. People who decide to come together under a specific cause and work toward a mutual goal. Today I'll be talking about our partnership with Jesus and each other.

    IT'S A PARTNERSHIP There are many partnerships in life: business partners, marriage partners, law partners, etc. People who decide to come together under a specific cause and work toward a mutual goal. Speaking of marriage, Christians are called the bride of Christ-that makes us partners with ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Dangerous Christian Pt 4

    Contributed by Pastor/Author: Terry Sisney on Jan 19, 2025
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     | 4,511 views

    In part 4 of becoming a dangerous Christian we are faced with the inescapable fact that to be a threat to the kingdom of darkness we have to live a life of prayer.

    Luke 18:1-8 And he spake a parable unto them to this end, "that men ought always to pray, and not to faint;" [2] Saying, There was in a city a judge, which feared not God, neither regarded man: [3] And there was a widow in that city; and she came unto him, saying, Avenge me of mine ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    "The Confidence Of Peter And John"

    Contributed by Clark Tanner on Oct 14, 2004
    based on 37 ratings
     | 3,058 views

    Confidence can be well-placed, or misplaced. The difference in consequences can be eternal.

    On the next day, their rulers and elders and scribes were gathered together in Jerusalem; and Annas the high priest was there, and Caiaphas and John and Alexander, and all who were of high-priestly descent. When they had placed them in the center, they began to inquire, "By what power, or in ...read more

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    Denomination: Orthodox

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    Message In 1peter – Number 7 – Shepherding The Flock Of God – Message For Pastors, Ministers, Elders, Shepherds – 1peter 5:1-3 - Part 1 Series

    Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Aug 19, 2023
     | 1,262 views

    Where has church leadership failed? How should all pastors (shepherds) behave towards the flock of God? We look at Peter’s requirements for this high position. Remember the words “accountability to the Chief Shepherd”.

    MESSAGE IN 1PETER – NUMBER 7 – SHEPHERDING THE FLOCK OF GOD – MESSAGE FOR PASTORS, MINISTERS, ELDERS, SHEPHERDS – 1Peter 5:1-3 - PART 1 [A]. SHEPHERD THE FLOCK OF GOD What grazier (rancher) would ever entrust his animals on agistment (feeding livestock at a designated location) to a farm ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Foolish Wisdom-7(2025)

    Contributed by Byron Sherman on Oct 7, 2025
     | 209 views

    7 of 8. The apostle Paul related that the wisdom of the Cross-work of Christ, was seen as foolishness by those who were perishing. The wisdom of the Cross can be misinterpreted. But How can wisdom be properly interpreted? Foolish Wisdom is interpreted thru...

    FOOLISH WISDOM-VII—1Corinthians 1:29-31(1:18--2:5) Attention: Something deceptively seen by the heart’s predisposition. A young man was walking through a supermarket to pick up a few things when he noticed an old lady following him around & staring at him. Thinking nothing of it, he ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Living Beyond The Confusion

    Contributed by Tim Vamosi on Jan 7, 2011
     | 5,563 views

    unless the information you are absorbing matches the wisdom God has revealed in His Word it’s ultimately going to lead to trouble

    OPEN: I imagine that there are few people who are not aware that we live in a culture of information overload today. I read a portion of a book by a guy named Alvin Toffler that warned about the difficulty a person can have making decisions and even understanding life when there is too much ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    The Lie: I Did It My Way Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jul 16, 2022
    based on 4 ratings
     | 14,338 views

    "I did it my way" is the battle cry that sums up what so many people feel about their lives. They think this is a great idea... but it isn't. Why not?

    Back in 2010 there’s the true story of a British man named Shawn Murtagh who decided to wear a Halloween costume. To complete the costume he had a sequined top hat he wanted to wear at an angle on his head. But it wouldn’t quite stay on, so instead of attaching the hat to his head with a string, ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Ezekiel Speaks Today

    Contributed by James May on Aug 31, 2022
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,831 views

    The words of Ezekiel still ring true today for a church that is on the edge of apostasy. It's time to get on fire for God

    Ezekiel Speaks Today! Sunday, August 28, 2022 I have received what I believe to be the Word of the Lord for this morning so turn in your Bibles to the Book of Ezekiel, chapter 3. Let us hear, truly hear, what God is saying to the church in this hour. The Prophet Ezekiel had several spiritual ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Electing A Savior Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Sep 24, 2012
    based on 95 ratings
     | 30,202 views

    Jesus wasn’t "attractive" enough to be elected president, let alone Savior. But why wasn’t Jesus desirable to the people of His day? What message did He preach that the masses reject Him?

    OPEN: How many of you have noticed that there’s a Presidential election coming up? (This met with a certain amount of laughter). Just a few weeks ago, the Republican Party - and then the Democratic Party - had their political conventions where they officially nominated their candidate. There was ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    How To Make Friends And Influence People Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jul 26, 2019
    based on 4 ratings
     | 13,538 views

    "How To Make Friends And Influence People" has been in print for over 70 yrs. It's popular because it addresses how to make friends. But Colossians tells us God's fool-proof way to make friends

    OPEN: I read the true story of a woman who’d just given birth and had brought her newborn to the office to the child off to her fellow office workers. Everyone gathered around, ohhhing and ahhhing and totally enthralled with the baby. In the meantime, her 7-yr. old son had gotten bored and he ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Karma And Christ Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Mar 8, 2015
    based on 14 ratings
     | 32,737 views

    Many religious people - and even Christians - believe in some form of "karma". What's wrong with that? And why should we not accept that view of God?

    OPEN: This month we’re exploring “stupid things even Christians believe”, and this morning we’re going to be examining a theology that is seemingly common to every religion on earth. So many people, in so many religions, believe this particular theology because it seems to ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ