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  • Dr. Odell Belger avatar

    The Thessalonians 1 Of 12 (1 Of 2)

    Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Apr 6, 2022
     | 2,113 views

    In his book, “Harvest of Humanity,” John Seamands tells the story of a German soldier that was wounded in training.

    He reported the injury to his officer and he was commanded to go to the local military hospital. When he arrived at the hospital he parked his car and entered the magnificent building. Immediately he saw two doors clearly marked. • The sign on one said, “For the slightly wounded,” and the other ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Transformed By Grace

    Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Jan 23, 2025
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    The story of Paul's conversion provides enduring lessons for the Church's mission.

    Transformed by Grace Intro: The story of Paul's conversion provides enduring lessons for the Church's mission. Scripture: Acts 9:1-19 Reflection As I reflect deeply on the profound connection between Saint Paul's conversion and the contemporary relevance of the Church in India, I ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    Joseph Was Just Joseph

    Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Dec 24, 2025
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    We don't hear a lot about Joseph but he was important in the Christmas story.

    “Joseph was just Joseph” Matthew 1:18-25 1. Joseph was just Joseph • He was unremarkable he was just average • We may call him the average Joe • “When we think of Christmas, we think of Mary, the manger, the shepherds, the angels. But ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    A Life Lesson From The Life Of Mary Magdalene

    Contributed by Michael Koplitz on Dec 17, 2024
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    What can we learn from Mary Magdalene? The formula for forgiveness is a part of her story.

    A Life Lesson from the life of Mary Magdalene Luke 8:1-3 Rabbi Rev. Dr. Michael H. Koplitz Luke 8:1 Soon afterward, Jesus began going around from one city and village to another, proclaiming and preaching the kingdom of God. The twelve were with Him, 2 and also some women who had been healed of ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Aliens From Outer Space Or Demons From Hell - Are Ufo’s And Alien Beings In The Bible? A 2-Part Message

    Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Jul 7, 2021
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     | 4,680 views

    Many stories in the Bible are attributed to alien/extraterrestrials or alien technology. What does the Bible say?

    Part 1 There has been a significant increase in stories in the news media regarding the sighting of Unidentified Flying Objects (UFOs) and congressional hearings with alarming eyewitness testimony. The question has arisen: are UFOs manmade holographic projections, or are they Inter-dimensional ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Clever Sharing Of The Good News

    Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Nov 5, 2024
     | 3,170 views

    Looking at the story of the wasteful servant without trying to be too specific can be helpful to us today.

    Friday of the 31st Week in Course 2024 Parables from Jesus struck the listeners as stories that might help them understand God’s kingdom. Often the real challenge is to look at the story as a whole, and ask what general lesson Jesus is trying to help us learn. The parable we just heard is one of ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

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    Living In A Diverse Culture Part 2 Series

    Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Jul 19, 2024
     | 879 views

    It’s not necessary to quote chapter and verse to share the Gospel, but it is necessary to tell the whole story.

    LIVING IN A DIVERSE CULTURE 2 Text: Acts 17:22-34 Introduction 1. Illustration: What is culture? It is the ways of thinking, living, and behaving that define a people and underlie its achievements. It is a nation’s collective mind, its sense of right and wrong, the way it perceives reality, and ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Once A Leper

    Contributed by Ricky Taylor on Nov 11, 2022
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     | 3,624 views

    The story of the leper, cleansed by Jesus. Leprosy likened to the sin of the sinner. Once a leper, once a sinner…

    ONCE A LEPER Matthew 8:1-4, "When he was come down from the mountain, great multitudes followed him. And, behold, there came a leper and worshipped him, saying, Lord, if thou wilt, thou canst make me clean. And Jesus put forth his hand, and touched him, saying, I will; be thou clean. And ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Forgotten Hero Of Christmas

    Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 19, 2022
     | 2,942 views

    Today as we approach Christmas, we need to look at one of the unrecognized heroes of the Christmas story.

    We all have heard many sermons on Christmas that dealt with: • THE VIRGIN • THE ANGELS • THE SHEPHERDS • THE INNKEEPERS • THE WISE MEN But there is one individual that is overlooked many times. WHO IS THAT? I am talking about Joseph, the earthly father of Jesus Christ. • It was indeed a SPECIAL ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Dead-Beat Christians (Sermon On Soul Winning)

    Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 28, 2022
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     | 2,236 views

    I read again this week the wonderful story about Ed Kimball, a Sunday school teacher.

    He won a young fellow to the Lord who became the well-known D. L. Moody. After evangelizing America, D. L. Moody started to evangelize England. There in England Frederick B. Meyer heard his message. One of the illustrations that Moody used did not at first stir Brother Meyer. Then one of his ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Ready And Prepared

    Contributed by Charles Mallory on Nov 10, 2023
     | 2,165 views

    Jesus teaches us valuable lessons using the story of ten bridesmaids to prepare us for eternity.

    A GREAT DEAL OF OUR LIFE AND DAILY ROUTINE IS GETTING READY OR PREPARATION. WE SPEND TIME GETTING READY FOR WORK, FOR APPOINTMENTS, HOLIDAYS, AND SUCH. I FOUND ONE STUDY THAT SAYS THAT THE AVERAGE AMERICAN SPENDS 5 YEARS OF THEIR LIFE IN PREPARATION AND WAITING FOR EVENTS IN THEIR LIFE. MATTHEW’S ...read more

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    Denomination: Free Methodist

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    God's Judgment On Wickedness Series

    Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Nov 29, 2021
     | 3,040 views

    This chapter deals with the familiar story of “the hand writing on the wall.” This is a warning of a consequence of wicked living.

    Tonight, we get into chapter 5. This chapter deals with the familiar story of “the hand writing on the wall.” That phrase has become synonymous with having a reality check. Someone will say, “Yeah, he saw the handwriting on the wall with that situation.” I’m going to lead up to that point of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Obedience, Faith, Jesus And The Centurion

    Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jun 28, 2023
     | 1,079 views

    Three stories: the centurion's faith and humility, the response of Jesus, and the healing of the anonymous mom.

    Saturday of the 12th Week in Course 2023 There are really three stories in today’s Gospel. The first is about the Roman centurion asking for healing for a valued servant, paralyzed by some accident or illness. It shows that the centurion had compassion. Servant in the first century almost always ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

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    Building Spiritual Foundations: Lessons From Nehemiah Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Sep 10, 2023
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,997 views

    Today, we embark on a journey through the Book of Nehemiah, a powerful story of leadership, faith, and rebuilding.

    "Building Spiritual Foundations: Lessons from Nehemiah" Today, we embark on a journey through the Book of Nehemiah, a powerful story of leadership, faith, and rebuilding. As always, we turn to the New Living Translation of the Bible to guide us. 1. Nehemiah's Burden for ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Wow, What A Mighty God I Serve! Series

    Contributed by Dr. Dave Hartson on Aug 10, 2022
     | 6,838 views

    In the story of Daniel in the Lions' den, we see how great our God is.

    INTRODUCTION Daniel was placed in the lions’ den. A stone was placed in front of the den. It was sealed with the king’s signet ring which meant it was not to be opened except in the presence of the king. Daniel, now about 90 years old, finds himself in a den of lions, we are not told how many ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist