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  • Dr. Ronald Shultz avatar

    Body Count And No Good Men

    Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Sep 27, 2024
     | 639 views

    You must be a good woman to get a good man.

    Proverbs 11:22  As a jewel of gold in a swine's snout, so is a fair woman which is without discretion. Proverbs 31:10  Who can find a virtuous woman? for her price is far above rubies.  11  The heart of her husband doth safely trust in her, so that he shall have no need of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Book Of Lamentations – Part 27 – Persecution And Oppression Against God’s People – Wicked Schemes - Chapter 3:58-60 Series

    Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Jul 25, 2025
     | 247 views

    We see increasing oppression and persecution in the world against God’s own, especially right now in Africa. Wicked schemes and godlessness increase. Jeremiah had to face the same evils and we look at verses dealing with this. Godly Christians WILL face persecution.

    THE BOOK OF LAMENTATIONS – PART 27 – PERSECUTION AND OPPRESSION AGAINST GOD’S PEOPLE – WICKED SCHEMES - CHAPTER 3:58-60 Jeremiah pleads his case with the Lord and that we saw last time. He was delivered from the lowest pit and similar experiences met David, Jonah and the Lord. We looked at them. ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Our Choice To Live Or Die PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 20, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 812 views

    This sermon explores the significance of our daily decisions, emphasizing the guidance of the Holy Spirit and the Word of God in our decision-making process.

    Good morning, dear brothers and sisters in Christ. It is always a joy to gather with you, to celebrate our shared faith, and to seek wisdom from the Word of God. This morning, we stand on the brink of a new understanding, a fresh revelation that will aid us in our daily walk with the Lord. We are ...read more

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    A Sanctified Life PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 13, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 923 views

    This sermon encourages believers to pursue holiness, reflecting God's purity in all actions, guided by the teachings and example of Jesus Christ.

    Good morning, beloved family of God. It's a joy to gather together with you today, in this sacred space, united by our shared faith and love for our Lord Jesus Christ. We are indeed a blessed people, called to live in the light of God's love, and to reflect that love to a world in desperate need of ...read more

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    Put It On

    Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Sep 29, 2001
    based on 41 ratings
     | 7,504 views

    This sermon deals with putting on the armor of God so that we can fight to win our families for Christ and to stay intact as families.

    You’ve Got to Put It On II GNLCC 9/30/2001 2 Chronicles 26:11-15 1 Corin. 9:24-27 How many of you have ever had the experience of being ready to dash outside only to hear your mother or grandmother yell out to you, “put on your coat before you go out”? Many of us responded at times, “I ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    What Matters To Our Master? Series

    Contributed by Rick Crandall on Jan 8, 2021
     | 6,010 views

    What matters to our Master? 1. Righteousness matters (vs. 17-20). 2. Relationships matter (vs. 22-24). 3. Reconciliation matters (vs. 23-26).

    What Matters to Our Master? The Gospel of Matthew Matthew 5:17-26 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - August 27, 2017 (Revised January 8, 2021) MESSAGE: *Some things matter to us and some things don't. Jim Kane reminds us in a little memory quiz that included these ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Praise In Persecution

    Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Mar 10, 2001
    based on 77 ratings
     | 8,596 views

    An exhortation to praise when life hurts.

    Praise In Persecution We often paint the Christian life as one of utter joy and prosperity when we witness to unbelievers. Christians spend their lives trying to live up to that sales pitch. They learn to ignore the pain in their lives or accept it as punishment for their sins. They wear ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Communication Series

    Contributed by Rick Thiessen on Feb 26, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 10,713 views

    How poor communication makes families desperate and the principles of good communication from the Bible.

    SE020407 DESPERATE HOUSEHOLDS 1. Communication Looking down Wisteria Lane, we find perfect homes in a quiet suburb. But the whole show is about finding out things are not always what they seem. - Susan, the divorcee and single mom who will go to extraordinary lengths for love, or - Lynette, the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Heartily And Orderly

    Contributed by Grady Henley on Dec 31, 2004
    based on 7 ratings
     | 4,686 views

    Take your ministry seriously. Do it heartily and orderly

    Heartily and Orderly Grady (Doc) Henley 4 Jan. 2002 INTRODUCTION: Prov. 10:26 As vinegar to the teeth, and as smoke to the eyes, so is the sluggard to them that send him. Have you ever worked with or attempted to work an employee that was a sluggard by nature? Such a soul will indeed set your ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Second Coming Of Christ Series

    Contributed by Jason Jones on Jan 26, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 9,518 views

    Exposition of Mark 13:24-27 with more questions than answers about Christ’s return in Mark and Revelation 19

    SE020407 DESPERATE HOUSEHOLDS 1. Communication Looking down Wisteria Lane, we find perfect homes in a quiet suburb. But the whole show is about finding out things are not always what they seem. - Susan, the divorcee and single mom who will go to extraordinary lengths for love, or - Lynette, the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    What Can I Say?

    Contributed by Gordon Pike on Jun 15, 2019
     | 6,256 views

    This is a farewell sermon I preached at two of the churches I've been serving as I move on to my next appointment.

    Ah … famous last words. Here’s a few I thought you might enjoy or find interesting: When convicted murderer James W. Rodgers was put in front of a firing squad in Utah, he was asked if he had any last requests. “Yeah,” he said, “bring me a bullet-proof vest.” Drummer Buddy Rich died after ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Cycle Of Sin Illustrated Series

    Contributed by David Welch on Jun 27, 2018
     | 4,969 views

    Message 2 in our exposition of Judges. The message continues discussion of the elements in the sin cycle by illustrating them.

    Judges Series #2 Life Cycles “Cycle Identified and Illustrated Review Last week we just got started identifying the life cycle found in the book of Judges. We reinforced the Biblical concept that every person lies somewhere in this circle of life. All of us run this cycle multiple times ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

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    Robe Of Righteousness

    Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Jan 28, 2020
    based on 2 ratings
     | 13,652 views

    This sermon focuses on the Robes of Righteousness that are ours in Christ Jesus - 1. God's Gift 2. Don't Listen to the Devil 3. Wear Your Robes Well

    +Scripture: Isaiah 61:10; Zechariah 3:1-4; Luke 15:17-24 Title: Robes of Righteousness or Check our These Royal Robes! INTRO: Grace and peace this morning! Grace and peace from God the Father, Son and Holy Spirit. If you have gone shopping lately you know that some of the newest ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    For All The Promises Of God In Him Are Yes, And In Him Amen

    Contributed by Michael Grant on Sep 18, 2020
     | 5,970 views

    A message on how God is dependable and how all the promises He makes are fulfilled in the person of Jesus Christ who saves us from sin and its penalty.

    Once again turn in your Bibles to the book of 2 Corinthians chapter 1, 2 Corinthians chapter 1. This week we will be finishing the chapter by covering verses 15-24 and I’ve titled this message “All the promises of God in Christ are yes and amen!” This is what Paul tells the Corinthian church in ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Saving Grace PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 19, 2025
    based on 3 ratings
     | 103 views

    God’s love reaches us at our lowest, offering grace and acceptance not because we are worthy, but because He chooses to love us first.

    Some of us slipped into church today with a quiet ache that words barely touch. Some carry the weight of a week that felt longer than it should. Some bring a secret shame that still stings, a failure that still whispers. And yet here we are—together—hearts open, hands ready, longing for a word that ...read more

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