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    Lesson 1

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jan 14, 2011
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    We must prioritize our life for Christ.

    A. INTRODUCTION 1. What does the popular song “Live Like You Were Dying” mean? a. We must reprioritize life. b. We can’t wait any longer. c. It’s now or never. 2. The song reminds us: a. Brevity of life. b. Get out of our rut. c. Realize we are human. d. Do what is ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Lesson 5: Why I Believe In The Authority Of The Bible

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jan 17, 2011
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    Reasons for belief in the Divinely inspired Word of God.

    A. INTRODUCTION 1. Voltaire, an atheist and opponent of Christianity, tried to translate Psalm 51 into a poem, i.e., “Create in me a clean heart, O God.” He got a great horror of hell. 2. A. W. Pink, “Christianity is a religion of the Book. The entire edifice of Christianity ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Lesson 3: Praying Through Persecution

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Feb 2, 2011
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    Learning how to pray against those who attempt to harm you or your family.

    A. 1 PETER 4:12-19 “Beloved, do not think it strange concerning the fiery trial which is to try you, as though some strange thing happened to you; but rejoice to the extent that you partake of Christ’s sufferings, that when His glory is revealed, you may also be glad with exceeding ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Why Good Friday Is Good

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Apr 13, 2011
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    The events and meaning of Good Friday.

    A. INTRODUCTION 1. Jesus knew what would happen to Him. “Now before the Feast of the Passover, when Jesus knew that His hour had come that He should depart from this world to the Father, having loved His own who were in the world” (John 13:1). a. He knew His suffering. “Let ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Name Above Every Name

    Contributed by James Roberts on Oct 15, 2011
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    Jesus' name is above every name and here is why.

    THE NAME ABOVE EVERY NAME Phil. 2:5-11 Shakespeare tells us that there is nothing in a name. “A rose by any other name would smell just as sweet.” He is wrong. If I gave you a check for a million dollars – it would be worthless. But a similar check with Rockefeller’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Choices . . . Choices . . . Choices: Lesson 1

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Sep 4, 2013
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    Your choices make a difference

    A. INTRODUCTION: GENESIS 25:19-26 1. What are some characteristics of second generation believers? a. Continue their parent’s faith. b. Not as bold and daring. c. Concerned with everyday life. d. Get strengths and weaknesses of parents. 2. What is known about Isaac? Famous father and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Sin Seeds Of The Father Grow In The Son: Lesson 2

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Sep 4, 2013
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    Sins trickle down generations

    A. INTRODUCTION: GENESIS 26:1-16 Why Sons Repeat the Weaknesses of Their Father 1. Think they got away with it. 2. Think it made them great. 3. Subconscious; sons don’t realize it. 4. Think it makes them happy. 5. Their sinful nature ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Faith For Success In Face Of Opposition: Lesson 3

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Sep 4, 2013
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    Be faithful in spite of difficulties

    A. INTRODUCTION: GENESIS 26:17-34 Why the World Opposes Us • We convict them of their sin • We work by principles • Our success embarrasses them • Christians have done dumb things • Christians have sinned (Gen. 12:10-20; 20:1-18; 26:6-16) 1. Why was Isaac in the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Tested By Old Habits: Lesson 12

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Sep 5, 2013
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    Learning Faith from Abraham

    A. INTRODUCTION: BREAKING OLD HABITS 1. Why is it hard to teach old dogs new tricks? Because old dogs go back to old habits. “As a pig returns to it squalor” (2 Peter 2:22, ELT). Why Old Habits? • Recessive memory • Reinforces our values and attitudes • The old ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Tested By Family Squabbles: Lesson 13

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Sep 5, 2013
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    Learning Faith from Abraham

    A. INTRODUCTION: THE PROBLEM – GENESIS 21:1-21 1. Sarah was protective of “my son” (v. 10) Isaac. 2. Abraham struck up for the son causing the problem calling him “his son” (v. 11). 3. The older brother Ishmael (age 17) was “scoffing” (v. 9, NKJV). The ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Tested Over Possessions: Lesson 14

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Sep 5, 2013
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    Learning Faith from Abraham

    A. INTRODUCTION: POSSESSING OUR POSSESSIONS – GENESIS 21:22-34 1. Why does God give us possessions? a. To serve Him. b. To care for our needs. c. To worship or please the Father. d. For our enjoyment. e. To make life easier. 2. When our possessions control us. a. Pride. b. We get our ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Praying Exodus

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Apr 2, 2009
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    How God uses instruments and methods for His glory.

    A. THE ROD OF GOD USED BY MOSES 1. Symbol. An outer instrument with an inner spiritual meaning. “A rod . . . it became a serpent; and Moses fled from it” (Ex. 4:2-3). 2. A test to do God’s Word. “Stretch out your hand with your rod over the streams . . . frogs” (Ex. ...read more

    Denomination: Baptist

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    Christ's Many Names

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Apr 25, 2014
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    Learning Christ's Many Names

    A. WHY LEARN CHRIST’S MANY NAMES? 1. As the basis of our salvation. “There is no other name under Heaven given among men by which we must be saved” (Acts 4:12). 2. For more effective worship. “Hallowed (Holy) be Thy name” (Matt. 6:9). “Holy and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Lesson 2: Can Prayer Override Scientific Law?

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Apr 25, 2014
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    Answering the Critics

    A. CRITICS’ POINTS 1. If God overrode the mechanical ecological system of the universe, an unknown number of cause and effect “accidents” would produce chaos. 2. Miracles are only a myth to perpetuate Christianity. 3. The observers were wrong in their perception, or the writers ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Mother's Impressions Series

    Contributed by Perry Greene on May 7, 2014
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    The mother of James and John made a special request of Jesus based on her impression of him. She in turn made an impression on him.

    1. Mothers Job Interview -- http://www.ijreview.com/2014/04/129697-24-people-interviewed-impossible-job-paying-nothing-found-everyday/ 2. Mothers make lasting impressions on their children. 3. Matthew 20.20-28 I. A Mother's Impression OF Jesus A. Qualities She saw in Him 1. He was Torah-Observant ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ