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  • Vince Miller avatar

    The Plot Of The Bible Series

    Contributed by Vince Miller on Sep 3, 2018
     | 4,935 views

    In today’s lesson we discover the plot of the Bible, because knowing the plot of the Bible, gives us a better understanding of the Bible’s context so that we can discover personal change.

    As I said in the last lesson, the purpose of this series is to help us discover how to read and study the Bible. Last time our lesson was the on the purpose of Bible study. And we came to the conclusion that the ultimate purpose of Bible study is personal change for the glory of God. And I hope you ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    In The Still Of The Night

    Contributed by Lee Henry on Nov 15, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,825 views

    The story of the encounter of the shepherds with the angel at the time of Jesus’ birth and how they reacted.

    In The Still of the Night Luke 2:8-20 Introduction: In the movies if the director wants to produce a dramatic effect, many times he will have the event happen at night. It seems that in the movies, the monsters (remember Jurassic Park?), criminals, and enemies always attack at night. Likewise ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    What Do You Do When Trouble Comes? Or (Confidence In The Midst Of A Crisis)

    Contributed by Kirk Devine on Sep 14, 2001
    based on 295 ratings
     | 68,377 views

    A Biblical response to the tragic events that affected our country on September 11, 2001 (Alternate Title: Confidence: In The Midst Of A Crisis)

    Sep-01 WHAT DO YOU DO WHEN TROUBLE COMES? or (CONFIDENCE IN THE MIDST OF A CRISIS) PSALMS 46:1-11 (91:1-9) America was struck with the worst tragedy in history this past Tuesday morning just ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Finding Life, When Losing It

    Contributed by John Kah on Nov 25, 2000
    based on 136 ratings
     | 11,690 views

    A funeral sermon drawing upon the story of faith and story of redemption as presented in the book of Ruth.

    FUNERAL MESSAGE "Finding Life, When Losing It" Ruth 1:15-16 ____________ is what Boaz in the book of Ruth would call "A woman of excellence." She displayed that "excellence" to many people gathered here in this room this {morning}. She was a loving and faithful wife. A devoted and caring ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    But It Did'nt

    Contributed by Sylvester Fergusson on May 1, 2021
     | 4,831 views

    The story begins in Eden and ends in Eden. The story of humanity. What chapter are you writiting.

    Once Upon a time: Before time was way beyond human imagination heavenly beings lived in the presence of the Great God Almighty Jehovah. They would enjoy the company of each other. Laughter was the order of the day. Joy filled the atmosphere and every angel sang sweet songs of praise to God. But ...read more

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    Denomination: Adventist

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    From Great To Good Series

    Contributed by David Dykes on Jan 28, 2018
    based on 1 rating
     | 18,169 views

    When it comes to our personal relationship with God and with others, Jesus taught that personal goodness is more valuable than personal greatness.

    INTRODUCTION When I was a pastor in Alabama, we lived next to a cemetery. Most days I would jog through there; the residents never complained. I enjoyed reading the tombstones. I’ll never forget the short tribute one on large tombstone. A man’s name was listed and then it said, “He was a great ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Taker Or Giver: Which One Are You? Series

    Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Aug 24, 2014
     | 16,682 views

    A sermon challenging God's people to be net "givers" of their life and ministry rather than net "takers" of the ministry of others.

    Taker or Giver: Which One Are You? Series: Acts Chuck Sligh August 16, 2014 TEXT: Please turn in your Bibles to Acts 3. INTRODUCTION Illus. – We love “FaceTiming” (the Apple equivalent of Skyping) with our grandchildren, Keira and McCartney and their parents, Chris and our ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Servant's Heart (Updated) Series

    Contributed by Dennis Lee on Jun 6, 2016
    based on 5 ratings
     | 49,459 views

    We are looking at the heart of a servant, which Jesus said should be our goal if we want to be great in the kingdom of God. To have such a heart will cost and goes against everything we’re taught. It conflicts with our self-centeredness and personal desires. But in the end, there’s a reward.

    A Christian’s Heart “A Servant’s Heart” Watch on YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qw1m_S5FE9c We’re continuing through our study on a Christian’s heart. This study is about those heart qualities that every Christian should and needs to have in their life. Why is it important ...read more

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    Denomination: Foursquare

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    Wake Up!

    Contributed by Eric Bates on Jan 4, 2005
    based on 55 ratings
     | 10,900 views

    Current events indicate that Jesus’ coming is near. This sermon emphasizes the importance of watching for His return.

    Text in () indicates power point slide... Prayer (Car covered in snow) What better time to get away; Blizzards in the Midwest and Texas; Torrential rain and flooding in California. So, when the travel agent suggested a sunny beach resort far from the hustle and bustle of life, nothing could seem ...read more

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    Denomination: Adventist

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    Hannah

    Contributed by Dawn Duryea on Mar 4, 2024
     | 3,463 views

    The story of Hannah is not well known and today it is given as an alternative reading to the more familiar story of Samuel’s call. So, let us dive into this tale of Hannah.

    Hannah is a young woman, married to Elkanah. But she is not his only wife, Elkanah has another wife called Peninnah. Hannah is his first wife, but she has not been blessed with children, we are told twice that the Lord had “closed her womb” (vs. 5, 6). In contrast to Hannah, Peninnah (whose ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    A Destroyer, A Doubter, And A Few Disciples

    Contributed by Douglas Bryan on Jan 30, 2001
    based on 95 ratings
     | 5,272 views

    Discusses the importance of baptism in conversion by comparing three conversion stories from Acts.

    DECISION DAY A Destroyer, A Doubter, and a Few Disciples Acts 8, 9, 16, 19, 22 INTRODUCTION: ILL> The Obit Brad and Mike were two old retired widowers who lived close to each other and would constantly check on the other. Their friendship was more practical rather than a real friendship and ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Old Testament Dates

    Contributed by Frank Gallagher on Jan 12, 2001
    based on 31 ratings
     | 3,679 views

    Here is a list of the dates covered by the books of the Old Testament, as well as a chronology of OT events.

    Old Testament Dates [HTML formatted version of this outline is located at http://members.aol.com/abidingitw/otdates.html] BOOKS OF THE BIBLE - the periods they span: Genesis - Eternity to 1805 B.C. (death of Joseph) Exodus - 1876 B.C. to 1445 B.C. Leviticus - No chronology. Numbers - 1445 B.C. ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Someone To Watch Over Me

    Contributed by Mark Hensley on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 138 ratings
     | 11,947 views

    Everyone needs to be cared for to have people in your life to celebrate the great events of life.

    "For the eyes of the Lord are on the righteous and His ears are attentive to their prayer, but the face of the Lord is against those who do evil" 1st peter 3:12 Introduction: A little boy was eagerly looking forward to the birthday party of a friend who lived only a few blocks away. When the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Christmas Lesson

    Contributed by Jerry Falwell on May 14, 2002
    based on 39 ratings
     | 11,345 views

    Discussing the events surrounding Jesus’ coming so that there can be no mistake as to who Jesus was and is.

    THE CHRISTMAS LESSON By Jerry Falwell This is a sermon I preached December 20, 1970. I don’t keep copies of my sermons because I’m always more interested in the future than the past. Dr. Towns found this in his file. This sermon was originally typed and printed on 8 1/2 X 14, the format I used ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    What If Jesus Came Down Your Street?

    Contributed by Troy Borst on Mar 17, 2005
    based on 59 ratings
     | 8,347 views

    Let’s read from the Bible how the events of Palm Sunday turned out.

    WHAT IF JESUS CAME DOWN YOUR STREET? LUKE 19:28-48 INTRODUCTION... (http://www.sermoncentral.com/sermon.asp?SermonID=43534%20) There is a legend about an ancient village in Spain. The villagers learned that the king would pay a visit. In a thousand years, a king had never come to that village. ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ