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  • Kenneth Anthony avatar

    Charismatic Apostles

    Contributed by Kenneth Anthony on Apr 28, 2006
    based on 17 ratings
     | 5,002 views

    Apostles were charismatic evangelists that connected and bonded with people in order to bring them to Christ. Explore five characteristics of charismatic Christians.

    We all love high achievers. We love our professional athletes, entrepreneurs, and other “go-getters” that “make it” in the world. We also want to be like them in some ways and claim our moment in the spotlight. It’s no accident that we see tens of thousands of young people auditioning for ...read more

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    Denomination: Orthodox

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    How Do I Know?

    Contributed by Robert Leroe on Nov 30, 2005
    based on 34 ratings
     | 5,056 views

    We’re not alone in the universe; God has made us to know Him, and we can. 6 proofs, and some misperceptions.

    “How do I Know?” Psalm 145 -Pastor Bob Leroe, Cliftondale Congregational Church, Saugus, Massachusetts In the comic strip BC, a caveman is having a crisis of faith. “God, just show me You exist, and I’ll believe!” he cries. Suddenly there’s an earthquake, a volcano erupts, lightning strikes, ...read more

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    Denomination: Congregational

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    Mary, Did You Know? Series

    Contributed by Pat Cook on Dec 5, 2005
    based on 48 ratings
     | 27,913 views

    #2 in Christmas series on fear. What was Mary told not to be afraid of? God’s plans were about to change hers.

    Luke 1:26-38 – Mary, Did You Know? Today we are continuing our series on fear at Christmas time. In the Christmas story in Matthew and Luke, there are 4 times when people are told specifically not to be afraid. Last week we looked at Zechariah, and this week we are looking at Mary. Let’s read ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Royalty Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Dec 18, 2005
    based on 47 ratings
     | 33,127 views

    The KJV tells us in Revelation 1:6 that we are "Kings", but the NIV says we’re only a "kingdom". Why the difference?

    OPEN: Possessions of the powerful or famous - no matter how common - can become extremely valuable. Even priceless. Some years back, Napoleon’s toothbrush sold for $21,000. This was an old USED toothbrush! I seriously doubt you or I could get 10 cents for one of ours! Hitler’s car sold for over ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Beyond Jesus?

    Contributed by Jon Mackinney on Oct 24, 2003
    based on 38 ratings
     | 4,073 views

    In our day, as in John’s, there were people promoting a faith beyond the faith in Jesus Christ. Is there anything worthwhile beyond Jesus?

    I wonder sometimes if the Church hasn’t become bored with Jesus. I mean, after all, there’s only so much we can know about Him; only so much praise, it seems, we can offer Him. And it’s tempting sometimes to create other messages, other goals, another focus besides this two thousand year old ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    Should Meeting Jesus Make A Difference In My Life?

    Contributed by Greg Addison on Nov 27, 2006
    based on 5 ratings
     | 4,791 views

    The truth of redemption is that we were so changed totally and completely that we have all we need to live as an example of Jesus.

    As we drove around Memphis during our Thanksgiving holiday, we realized that we were commenting when we drove by churches how many were struggling. That prompted us to begin a discussion about why isn’t the church stronger? It seems like so many folks are impacted by the world rather than ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Focusing On Jesus Being Nailed To The Cross Series

    Contributed by Dan Borchert on Mar 27, 2003
    based on 60 ratings
     | 5,656 views

    While Jesus was hanging on the cross there were two other people with him. This looks at the three people on the cross and what it means to us

    Luke 23:32-43 Focus on Jesus being nailed to the cross Introduction A. You know what has been interesting to me in this whole war with Iraq? B. The different reactions of the people in Iraq C. As a country they are confused D. They don’t like Sadaam, they don’t like us bombing them, and they don’t ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

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    True Worship

    Contributed by Chris Layton on Jun 19, 2001
    based on 47 ratings
     | 5,447 views

    Just as Jesus told the woman that there was some things that were not quite right with her mode of worship, the same goes for us today.

    Title: True Worship Text: John 4:22-26 ETS: Jesus taught the woman at the well what TRUE worship was. ESS: Jesus teaches us what TRUE worship was. OSS: I want my people to truly worship God Probing Question: What do we need to do differently? U.W. Things Transitional Sentence: Just as Jesus ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Claiming The Name

    Contributed by Charles Mallory on Apr 5, 2001
    based on 75 ratings
     | 3,384 views

    By following Christ’s example we can know that there is a BIG difference between "saying" that we’re a Christian and BEING a Christian.

    ONE OF THE GREATEST ABUSES OF TITLES TODAY IS "CHRISTIAN." TOO MANY PEOPLE ARE USING THIS TITLE AS IF IT WERE ONLY A SUMMATION OF THEIR LIVES AS BEING A GOOD, DECENT, CHURCH-GOING, LAW-ABIDING CITIZEN. CHRISTIANITY IS NOT A "TITLE" TO BE ABUSED OR USED AS LEVERAGE. A CHRISTIAN IS WHAT ONE BECOMES ...read more

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    Denomination: Free Methodist

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    "Works, Works. Works!" Series

    Contributed by Clark Tanner on Nov 16, 2002
    based on 16 ratings
     | 8,853 views

    We’re not saved by works, but are God’s works, created to walk in good works. (#19 in the Every Spiritual Blessing Series)

    In verses 8 and 9 of Ephesians 2 we come to some words that are so familiar to those who have been Christians for a while, that they are almost too familiar. We’ve heard them preached and taught and debated; used as a sword against legalism, and unfortunately, a shield against any call to ...read more

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    Denomination: Orthodox

  • Kenneth Trent avatar

    The Four Handwritings Of God

    Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Nov 17, 2002
    based on 30 ratings
     | 3,189 views

    There is much that can be learned from the biblical order in which the handwritings of God were given. These writings hold a message for all mankind.

    “THE FOUR HANDWRITINGS OF GOD” “And Moses turned, and went down from the mountain, and the two tablets of the Testimony were in his hand. The tablets were written on both sides; on the one side and on the other they were written. Now the tablets were the work of God, and the writing was ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Continue

    Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Nov 23, 2002
    based on 14 ratings
     | 9,461 views

    John points out that those who were truly children of God would evidence that by continuing in serving God and in fellowship with the church.

    CONTINUE "They went out from us, but they were not of us; for if they had been of us, they would have continued with us; but they went out that they might be made manifest, that none of them were of us." I John 2:19. I. CONTINUE IN THE FAITH OF THE LORD JESUS ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Danny Anderson avatar

    Living In The Kingdom

    Contributed by Danny Anderson on Jul 6, 2006
    based on 21 ratings
     | 6,546 views

    Jesus came into this earthly domain, ruled by the powers of darkness, and offered to all who were willing to receive - the benefits of His world.

    Living in the Kingdom Text: Matthew 3:1-8 Introduction: Think about this: "Most Christians repent enough to get forgiven, but not enough to see the Kingdom." Now think about what John was saying: "Repent, because the kingdom of heaven has come near!" A modern translation puts it: "Turn to God and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Qualities Of Godly Fathers

    Contributed by David Dewitt on Jun 18, 2003
    based on 116 ratings
     | 21,529 views

    Our church, our families and our nation are in desperate need for men to stand up and be the godly fathers they were meant to be.

    Qualities of Godly Fathers Luke 8:41-42, 49-56 June 15, 2003 Morning Service Introduction As we celebrate Father’s Day today, I would like to share the following story about the effect that one father had on his family. This particular family had three small children who were determined to have a ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Driving Through The Desert

    Contributed by Robert Nixon on Jan 25, 2006
    based on 17 ratings
     | 4,245 views

    The Hebrew nation, Elijah, Jesus and others were driven into the desert. What is God doing when we "are driven into the desert"?

    DRIVING THROUGH THE DESERT INTRODUCTION: Describe living in Arizona and camping Out in the desert as a Boy Scout. Describe how easy it was to get lost and separated. (Superstition Mountains). The desert has been used by God many times throughout the Bible. The Israelites in the Wilderness, the ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist