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  • Jonathan Spurlock avatar

    An Outline Of Acts 12:18-25

    Contributed by Jonathan Spurlock on Aug 18, 2022
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    Herod had moved from Jerusalem to Caesarea after Simon Peter had escaped from prison. These verses describe some of the last things he did before he died.

    An outline of Acts 12:18-25 1 Herod’s reaction to Peter’s disappearance Text, Acts 12:18-19, KJV: 18 Now as soon as it was day, there was no small stir among the soldiers, what was become of Peter. 19 And when Herod had sought for him, and found him not, he examined the keepers, and commanded ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A New Leader Series

    Contributed by Scott Jewell on May 25, 2024
     | 1,049 views

    God knew even before Israel became a nation that they would desire a king like other nations. What can we learn from their choice to reject God and apply it today?

    Tomorrow is Memorial Day, a day designed to honor those who gave their lives for the freedoms we enjoy in our nation today. It began shortly after the Civil War as Decoration Day- a time to put flowers and other memorabilia at the gravesites of those who had sacrificed in memory of what they had ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    You Were Worth It...

    Contributed by Charlie Roberts on Dec 13, 2015
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     | 5,908 views

    Know that Gods love will help you walk out of that setback right down the street to your comeback... Better, healthier, stronger...more blessed and more loved Then you were before...

    You were worth it... Here we are December 13, 2015 with Christmas fast approaching... it is yet that time of year again where we will experience and share in exchanging and giving gifts. It is that time of year we experience giving and sharing with one another...And If you want to know about ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Purpose Of God’s X-Ray

    Contributed by John Gaston on Aug 27, 2015
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     | 10,424 views

    Take a quick look at the marvel of the X-ray and also notice that God invented it first! Before we get to heaven, we must go through 3 heavenly X-Rays.

    THE PURPOSE OF GOD’S X-RAYS 2 Cor. 5:10 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. Today I got a call by a man who was angry about our street signs. I asked him how HE was trying to get the Gospel out, and he said he wasn’t. “I like how I’m doing it better than how you’re NOT doing ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Wake Up Talitha Cumi

    Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Aug 2, 2020
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     | 11,153 views

    I believe the people of God today are at a place more so now than ever before that have a hunger and thirst for more! The world believes the churh is dead because of its inactivity.

    “Wake Up” Talitha cumi By Bishop Melvin L. Maughmer, Jr. OPENING THOUGHT:- The Covid-19 Pandemic has changed the way we do life and if we stop for a moment and just look at the change that it has made positively instead of looking at it negatively, then we will be able to embrace the change. ...read more

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    Denomination: Apostolic

  • Dr. Odell Belger avatar

    God’s List Of Do’s And Don’ts (1-3)

    Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Jan 15, 2022
     | 2,902 views

    Often, when God’s man has the courage to stand before the people of God, and declare the whole counsel of God’s Word, it does not earn him any favorable treatment.

    Why? Because he tells them things they do not want to hear. For example, how many would turn to the astrology section of the newspaper, if it told them something like this, “You are a very dumb person, and because of that, some very bad things are going to happen to you today!” They turn to the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Wilderness Experience

    Contributed by Bruce Hadley on May 26, 2021
     | 6,073 views

    Have you ever felt that way before? were you don’t feel God’s presence in your life? You feel confused and question, “where are you Lord?

    Let’s talk about something, I believe is very important.  Let me start by reading a few of my journal entries over the past month. Good morning Lord!  Patience version 2!  Learning to wait patiently on You.  Thank you for the lessons on how to patiently wait upon you.  I ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Proof Of Zacchaeus' Salvation

    Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Feb 21, 2022
     | 2,145 views

    A Christian man was making plans to leave the country. He went to apply for a passport, and he was told that before he could receive a passport he had to produce evidence of his birth.

    He was stunned when the woman looked at him and asked him to do such a thing. He asked, "My standing before you is not evidence that I have been born?" She said, "No, you will have to bring your birth certificate or something comparable to a birth certificate to show proof of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    #56 Lavish Love Series

    Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Nov 7, 2021
     | 2,929 views

    Just before the Passion of Christ, Mark tells us a story of extravagant love shown to Jesus by Mary who models for us the kind of love we should show to our Savior.

    #56 Lavish Love Series: Mark Chuck Sligh November 7, 2021 NOTE: The conclusion of this message was adapted from David Dykes’ sermon on the same text on SermonCentral.com. It’s worth reading his whole sermon. TEXT: Mark 14:1-11 – “After two days was the feast of the passover, and of unleavened ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Prayer (2) The Lord's Prayer, Part 1

    Contributed by Simon Bartlett on Jun 14, 2020
     | 2,290 views

    Before giving us a model of how we should pray, in the Lord's Prayer, Jesus teaches us about two ways we should not pray - not hypocritically, and not babbling.

    14 June 2020 Rosebery Park Baptist Church, Boscombe, Bournemouth, UK ** PRE-TALK I think most of us have been following the news about the racial conflict in the United States following the death of George Floyd in police custody. Yesterday, there was a large ‘Black Lives Matter’ demonstration ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Listening To Last Words

    Contributed by David Zachrich on May 19, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 481 views

    Before Jesus departed from His disciples to return to heaven, after His crucifixion and resurrection to pay for the sins of the world, He offered several final messages that were – and still are – important.

    Revelation 21:1-6,12-20 Last words … Friends in Christ, When children leave home after high school or college, words are shared between parent and child to express love. When a loved one passes, if there is an opportunity, last words are shared are also shared to express love and gratitude. ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    How To Have Thriving, Healthy Relationships

    Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Jan 22, 2020
     | 3,018 views

    This was a short talk (10 minutes) given at an inner city mission before dinner. It is directed at people who struggle with their relationships, and this struggle contributes to them being 'stuck' in life

    Thriving, Healthy Relationships Who was your best friend with you were 10 years old? What was his or her name? My best friend was also named Matthew and our friendship lasted maybe 4-5 years. More than most things in our lives, friendships matter a great deal. Story of fellow who got job in ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Trumpet Will Sound Series

    Contributed by C. Philip Green on Jan 31, 2023
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,108 views

    If you want to finish well, anticipate the change to come, anticipate the victory ahead, and abound in the work God gives you to do. Don’t quit before you see the victory.

    Stuart Briscoe, former senior pastor at Elmbrook church in Milwauke, talked about his running days. He said: I taught all my kids to enjoy running. Then they taught me how not to enjoy it. While I could keep a pace ahead of them, it was great. But when they began to haul me out of bed early… on a ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    Go! And Be Ready: Living In The Last Days With Faith And Urgency Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Aug 5, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,044 views

    We are not living in ordinary days. The world feels heavy with uncertainty, like the calm before a storm. And many are asking, “Are we living in the last days?” The Bible answers with clarity: Yes.

    Go! And Be Ready: Living in the Last Days with Faith and Urgency INTRODUCTION: A WAKE-UP CALL FOR OUR TIMES We are not living in ordinary days. The world feels heavy with uncertainty, like the calm before a storm. Many are asking, “Are we living in the last days?” The Bible answers with clarity: ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Ending The Year In Faith, Beginning The Future In Hope Lamentations 3:22-23 Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Dec 23, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,073 views

    Today, as we reflect on the year behind us and look ahead to the year before us, we are reminded of God’s faithfulness, His guiding hand, and the hope we have in Christ.

    Ending the Year in Faith, Beginning the Future in Hope Lamentations 3:22-23 Introduction Today, as we reflect on the year behind us and look ahead to the year before us, we are reminded of God’s faithfulness, His guiding hand, and the hope we have in Christ. Psalm 90:12: "Teach us to realize ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal