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  • Chuck Brooks avatar

    Fellowshipping With The Father And The Son - Part 5

    Contributed by Chuck Brooks on Jul 20, 2020
     | 1,211 views

    John tells us how we can know whether or not we are in fellowship with God.

    In the passage of Scripture we will look at today John tells us how we can know whether or not we are in fellowship with God. (1 John 1:5 NKJV) This is the message which we have heard from Him and declare to you, that God is light and in Him is no darkness at all. Heard - (present tense) - ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Cpr For A Healthy Walk Part 16 Series

    Contributed by David Welch on Jun 5, 2018
     | 5,078 views

    Message 16 in our exploration of the foundational elements necessary for a healthy walk. This message focuses on our need to resist the devil.

    “Foot on the Devil’s Neck” Scripture reading Finally, be strong in the Lord, and in the strength of His might. Put on the full armor of God, that you may be able to stand firm against the schemes of the devil. For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

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    Made And Inheritance Series

    Contributed by David Welch on Feb 14, 2011
     | 5,918 views

    9th in the series dealing with the fact that God considers us a inheritance. We not only recieve and inheritance but we are an inheritance to Him.

    “Made an Inheritance” Eph 1:11-12 I. Our Wealth and Worth In Christ 1-4 A. Paul blessed God for blessing us with every spiritual blessing 1:3-14 1. Specially Chosen 1:4 just as He chose us in Him before the foundation of the world, that we would be holy and blameless before Him in love ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

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    Success Is Never About Defeating Giants [*]

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Aug 2, 2024
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     | 2,253 views

    Fighting and winning one battle does not define your life, any more than fighting and losing one battle defines who you are.

    1 SAMUEL 17:34-37 SUCCESS IS NEVER ABOUT DEFEATING GIANTS “David said to Saul, ‘Your servant used to keep sheep for his father. And when there came a lion, or a bear, and took a lamb from the flock, I went after him and struck him and delivered it out of his mouth. And if he arose against me, I ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Heart Of God's Man (Part 1) Series

    Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Dec 1, 2020
     | 4,096 views

    The heart of a pastor is unique. In this enlightening text, Paul shares his heart for the church in Thessalonica. Through his candid and honest words, we find a description of what a pastor's heart should contain.

    The Heart of God’s Man (Part 1) 1 Thessalonians 3: 1-13 The heart of a pastor is a very unique thing. He feels many of the same emotions anyone else does. It isn’t that the pastor is given something that is impossible for others to possess, but his heart is special because it is different. I ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Lesson 27 - The Believer’s Present Relation To Satan: Spiritual Warfare Series

    Contributed by John Lowe on Sep 7, 2018
     | 6,685 views

    The closing portion of Paul’s letter contains his account of this conflict of the Christian with the forces of evil.

    Commentary on the Book of Ephesians By: Tom Lowe Date: 2/11/18 Lesson 27: The Believer’s Present Relation to Satan: Spiritual Warfare (Ephesians 6:10-20) 10 Finally, my brethren, be strong in the Lord, and in the power of his might. 11 Put on the whole armour of God, that ye may be able to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Battles To The Very End Series

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Aug 14, 2016
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     | 9,739 views

    Though believers in the Lord are engaged in battles to the end of earthly days, they are assured of victory in Christ.

    “Do your best to come to me soon. For Demas, in love with this present world, has deserted me and gone to Thessalonica. Crescens has gone to Galatia, Titus to Dalmatia. Luke alone is with me. Get Mark and bring him with you, for he is very useful to me for ministry. Tychicus I have sent to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Bible Can Be Studied And Understood Lesson 6 Series

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Feb 6, 2019
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     | 2,763 views

    What Bible study will do

    A. INTRODUCTION: WHAT BIBLE STUDY WILL DO 1. Before examining what Bible study will do for you, ask, “Why people don’t study Scriptures.” a. Not know what it offers. “Have ye not read the law?” (Matt. 12:4). b. Blinded. “They couldn’t believe, as Isaiah said . . . God has blinded their eyes . ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Lent 2: God Is Heavy: Carrying The Weight Of God

    Contributed by Fr. Rian Adams on Mar 8, 2019
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     | 5,985 views

    Second Sunday in Lent. This sermon focuses ar​oun​d the idea of God as s​hiel​d but God as heavy to carry as Lent requires reflection and repentence​.

    “Carrying the Weight of God.” The Rev. Rian Adams Second Sunday of Lent, Year C The Genesis reading says God spoke to Abram and said, “I am your shield.” A shield has one job… the difference between life and death is how well a shield does that job. A shield's vocation is to protect the one ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal

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    Praying And Giving Thanks

    Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Nov 15, 2006
    based on 35 ratings
     | 6,030 views

    Not only at Thanksgiving, and not just at meals, but always and in all things...give thanks! A study on PRAYER is also a study on PRAISE. Link included to formatted text and PowerPoint Template.

    PRAYING AND GIVING THANKS Colossians 1:9-14 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/PrayingAndGivingThanks.html Paul was a man of prayer. He was a great Christian, an outstanding scholar, a model missionary, a giant among men--spiritually, morally and intellectually, but above all he was a man of prayer. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Kind Of Praying That Pleases God Series

    Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Aug 12, 2019
     | 5,445 views

    What should I focus on as I pray?

    In our passage for today, Paul seeks to encourage the Colossians about their prayer life. In so doing, he shares with them the characteristics of the prayer life a Christian should devote himself to. This is the kind of praying that is sure to please God. 1. Perceptive praying - v. 2a “being ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    To Obey Is Better Than Sacrifice

    Contributed by John Gaston on Feb 11, 2021
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     | 5,795 views

    We look at the fall of King Saul. We see how he rationalized his sins by selective obedience, shifting blame, and subterfuge. Then we study the true nature of obedience and end with an enlightening story.

    TO OBEY IS BETTER THAN SACRIFICE 1 Sam. 15:1-30 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: KNOWING IS NOT DOING 1. United Press International (UPI) reported that termites had eaten through a large stack of documents entitled, “Control of Termites” in the mail room of the University of California at Berkley. 2. ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    New Age Movement Series

    Contributed by Carl Allen on Jul 28, 2008
    based on 2 ratings
     | 7,322 views

    The New Age movement is huge pull on the world today, but it is nothing new at all. This is a study of its misleadings and contradiction to the Bible.

    New Age Movement The Serpent’s Old Lie in an Updated Package Intro Among the myriad of new religions and cults today, nothing is more far-reaching or hard to define than the New Age Movement (NAM). Russell Chandler, a former writer for the Los Angeles Times, observed that “New Age is not a sect ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Paul Fritz avatar

    How The Holy Spirit Helps Us Escape Spiritual Manipulation

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
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     | 4,758 views

    1. The Holy Spirit uses the truth of God's word to show us that we are not dependent on people, but God and His truth.

    1. The Holy Spirit uses the truth of God's word to show us that we are not dependent on people, but God and His truth. Jesus said, "If you continue in my word, then truly are you are my disciples indeed. And you will know (love it through real life experiences) the truth and the truth will set you ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    What Are Characteristics Of True Spirituality Versus Law Oriented Religion?

    Contributed by John Kapteyn on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 74 ratings
     | 6,378 views

    1. How can we learn to develop more characteristics of true spirituality and less law directed religiosity? In a world where many people see religion as a set of rules, regulations and restrictions, Paul teaches us the meaning of true spirituality.

    1. How can we learn to develop more characteristics of true spirituality and less law directed religiosity? In a world where many people see religion as a set of rules, regulations and restrictions, Paul teaches us the meaning of true spirituality. The great apostle wanted the Roman church to ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed