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  • Jimmy Chapman avatar

    The Power Of And The Oppostion To The Gospel Series

    Contributed by Jimmy Chapman on Aug 15, 2008
    based on 9 ratings
     | 7,462 views

    the power of the gospel causes opposition

    The Power Of And The Opposition To The Gospel Acts 19:21-41 Our text records the story of a riot in Ephesus instigated against Paul and the new church there. Although Paul was not at the center of the action, it must have been an unforgettably frightening ordeal. Most of us have never had to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Jerusalem- Great Plans Series

    Contributed by Shawn Drake on Jan 30, 2023
    based on 2 ratings
     | 1,662 views

    This is the 5th Sermon in the Series "Biblical Cities- Jerusalem".

    Series: Biblical Cities- Jerusalem [#5] JERUSALEM- GREAT PLANS Matthew 23:37 Introduction: We are continuing in our Series about some of the most mentioned Cities in the Bible. Tonight, we are going to study the city that is 1st on the list- Jerusalem. Jerusalem is mentioned 811 times in the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Remember What You’ve Got Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jun 28, 2020
    based on 4 ratings
     | 11,272 views

    Paul tells us that before we became Christians, we had nothing of value. What did Paul tell us we had that makes a difference in our lives?

    OPEN: The year was 1905. There was a baseball game between the Rhyolites and Beattys in Salt Lake City. The batter stepped up to the plate and hit a ground ball toward First Base - but it struck a small rock and shot off at an angle. Fortunately the 1st baseman (William Giffiths) easily fielded ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Lydia's Conversion Series

    Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Aug 5, 2019
    based on 4 ratings
     | 9,952 views

    To establish that Lydia’s obedience to the gospel followed the same “pattern of conversion” outlined in the Book of Acts. She attended to the words spoken by Paul and Silas, believed in the Lord, and was baptized with her entire household.

    INTRODUCTION Outline. 1. Lydia’s Hearkening unto Paul 2. Lydia’s Faithfulness to the Lord 3. Lydia’s Baptism into Christ Introductory Remarks. 1. Our lesson today will discuss the theme: “Lydia’s Conversion.” What will be abundantly clear is that her “obedience to the gospel;” followed the same ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    1 Peter Chapter 5 Commentary Series

    Contributed by John Lowe on May 30, 2021
     | 5,037 views

    Peter closes out his letter to the scattered Christians in the churches of Asia Minor with some final instructions. He counsels the elders about how to lead, includes how and why to live in humility with each other, and gives a final warning.

    1 Peter Chapter 5 Commentary INTRODUCTION to Chapter 5 Peter closes out his letter to the scattered Christians in the churches of Asia Minor with some final instructions. He counsels the elders about how to lead, includes how and why to live in humility with each other, and gives a final warning ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Divorce And Christian Service

    Contributed by Dana Carpenter Jr. on Dec 29, 2000
    based on 97 ratings
     | 3,511 views

    Does divorce and remarriage disqualify one for Christian service?

    (The views expressed in this teaching are not necessarily those of Freedom Bible College, Concepts of Freedom Ministries, or any affiliations, ministers, faculty, or staff thereof.) Introduction. A. Very controversial subject. B. Those who teach this view are often called heretical in ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Mystery Of God

    Contributed by Juan Smith on Mar 30, 2005
    based on 8 ratings
     | 5,127 views

    To ask the question of Seminarians: Where has our wonder of God’s mystery gone? And how can we put that wonder of the mystery of God back in our lives?

    The Mystery of God? Readings: Exodus 3:1-15 1 Corinthians 2:6-11 Aim: To ask the question of Seminarians: Where has our wonder of God’s mystery gone? And how can we put that wonder of the mystery of God back in our lives? Purpose: The way in which we put the mystery back is by leaving space for ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Question About Heaven #2 Series

    Contributed by Keith Foskey on May 10, 2005
    based on 7 ratings
     | 2,963 views

    QUESTION: I have heard Heaven mentioned as having different levels (i.e. 1st Heaven, 2nd Heaven, 3rd Heaven). Are there levels of Heaven?

    Sermon Series: “Questioning the Faith” Sermon #3 “Question about Heaven #2” Text: I Corinthians 3:9-15 OPENING JOKE: “The Pastor and the Bus Driver” After the preacher died and went to heaven, he noticed that the church bus driver had been given a higher place than he had. “I don’t understand,” he ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Where Is God When It Hurts

    Contributed by Jay Robison on Feb 18, 2009
    based on 3 ratings
     | 7,325 views

    This is a natural question. Job was a righteous man we should consider the reasons for suffering and then remember that suffering can be redemptive.

    WHERE IS GOD WHEN IT HURTS April 20, 2008 Jay Davis Robison JOB 1:1-3 & 13-21 Douglas- Faithful Xian who after yrs of training in psychotherapy turned down a lucrative career to start an inner city ministry few yrs ago wife discovered lump in breast, had breast removed Aft 2 yrs cancer spread to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Matthew Testifies About Jesus

    Contributed by Jim Kane on May 17, 2007
     | 2,430 views

    The sixth sermon in the 2007 Lenten Series

    (The introduction to this sermon was the copyrighted dramatic reading ‘Christ On Trial: Witness, Matthew.’ Written by Elsa L. Clark with Peter Mead, Arden Mead, and Mark Zimmermann. © 2007 by Creative Communication for the Parish) (Slide 1) Ever felt that you were being looked down upon? Have you ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Grace In Disappointment

    Contributed by Bill Stonebraker on Dec 1, 2012
    based on 6 ratings
     | 6,460 views

    Abraham’s faith in the face of his disappointment at being without an heir is met with God’s grace--and becomes a model for all who come to faith after him.

    Warring armies carried off Sodom’s people – including Abram’s nephew Lot & Lot’s family. But with 318 men, Abram pursued & defeated an army, rescued Lot, family, and Sodom’s people. Just before our passage, Abram began his victorious return. Along the way, Melchizedek, high priest of Salem, blessed ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Titus 2:1-6

    Contributed by Rev. Randy Barker on Oct 29, 2014
     | 6,999 views

    titus 2:1-6

    Due to the large amount of sermons and topics that appear on this site I feel it is necessary to post this disclaimer on all sermons posted. my sermon ideas and illustrations are often taken from many sources including those at Sermoncentral.com, there could be instances where other ...read more

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    Majesty Series

    Contributed by Jim Erwin on Dec 29, 2010
     | 3,635 views

    God shares us many gifts this Christmas because of who He is...

    Majesty Pictures of God This Christmas Part 3 Isaiah 9:1-7 SLIDE 1 INTRODUCTION SLIDE 2 - Queen Elizabeth II The song was written by Pastor Jack Hayford. He relates how he came to write this song, and his interpretation: In 1977, my wife and I were traveling through Great Britain, from Wales to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Operating In Supernatural Ministry

    Contributed by Bishop Prof. Julius Soyinka on Dec 5, 2011
    based on 7 ratings
     | 27,328 views

    This sermon is about having the power of God to back up yuour ministry with supernatural manifestations

    OPERATING IN SUPERNATURAL MINISTRY STUDY TEXT: 2KINGS 2: 12-15. - Elisha made a choice to operate in a higher dimension of the supernatural ministry of Elijah. He asked for a double portion of Elijah’s spirit. Any man called by God has to make a choice whether to operate in a supernatural ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Volitional Choices? Love Slave? Who Will Go?

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jan 22, 2020
     | 2,067 views

    THE CROSS OF JESUS IS IN DESPERATE NEED OF SOME SERVANT VOLUNTEERS. Who will go? Faith calls us to give our life with love to serve others. Are we kind? Mean?

    VOLITIONAL CHOICES? WHO WILL WILLINGLY GO? LOVE SLAVE! By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com I have a good magnetic ear ring and a small aul that I use at the end with the LOVE SLAVE. Text: 1 Peter 5:2 Feed the flock of God which is among you, taking the oversight thereof, not by ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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