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  • John Gaston avatar

    Why You Shouldn’t Speak In Tongues

    Contributed by John Gaston on Nov 7, 2017
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    The arguments against speaking in tongues today, if applied to other Bible doctrines, would have all orthodox Bible believers crying foul. The truth is, these arguments are not true to the Scriptures or Early Church experience, and should be rejected.

    WHY YOU SHOULDN’T SPEAK IN TONGUES INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. We’re on our way somewhere! Not just to a normal place like the grocery store or to the bank. We’re on our way to heaven! 2. Have you ever been up a really tall building? A small boy, with his father, was in an elevator going up the ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Why Should We Be Good? Series

    Contributed by Andy Payne on Jun 14, 2010
     | 4,676 views

    Luke 6:31 Recognized as one of the most significant ideas, not only in all Scripture but in moral philosophy as well – termed the “golden rule.” See how the golden rule has changed today.

    Why should we be good? Re-Cap 1. Relativism 2. Sincere belief 3. Judgments 4. Moral Values Why Should we be Good? Ravi Zacharias notes that “religion that is based on truth, when reduced merely to sociological function, will disintegrate through abuse. Time has proven, in an even ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Seed And The Sower - Part 1

    Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Feb 23, 2016
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     | 5,771 views

    The parable of the Seed and the Sower is full of spiritual insight for us as we see the world as a place where the Lord wishes to plant seeds and to harvest souls. In this first part we look mostly at the Scripture between the parable and the explanation

    Matthew 13:1-23 NIV Parable - “A short allegorical story designed to illustrate or teach some truth, religious principle, or moral lesson.” What might be an example of a simple, non-Biblical story that could be considered a parable? The Tortoise and the Hare (briefly describe) The ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    30 - Concluding Caution Series

    Contributed by Michael Collins on Aug 18, 2021
     | 1,662 views

    This is the final of 30 studies on the Book of Romans

    Romans 16:17-20 17 Now I urge you, brethren, note those who cause divisions and offenses, contrary to the doctrine which you learned, and avoid them. 18 For those who are such do not serve our Lord Jesus Christ, but their own belly, and by smooth words and flattering speech deceive the hearts of ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Go! And… Live In Great Peace: The Unshakable Gift Of Loving God’s Word Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Aug 25, 2025
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     | 231 views

    Peace rooted in the eternal Word of God.

    Go! And… Live in Great Peace: The Unshakable Gift of Loving God’s Word Key Scripture: Psalm 119:165 (NLT) “Those who love your instructions have great peace and do not stumble.” Introduction – The Quest for Peace in a Restless Age In the 21st Century, the world is searching for peace. People try ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Impact In Obscurity Series

    Contributed by Jon Daniels on Jan 30, 2013
     | 6,557 views

    This sermon, based on Jabez's prayer, encourages believers to understand that no matter how insignificant they may think they are, or how obscure their life is, they can & will make an impact for the glory of God.

    “IMPACT IN OBSCURITY” 1 Chron. 4:9-10 INTRO – NCAA Championship football game Monday night – Alabama put a beat-down on Notre Dame. Throughout the game, the commentators, Kirk Herbstreit & Brent Musberger, talked about “impact players.” Would put their names, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    To Build A Fire

    Contributed by Jim Grinnell on Dec 31, 2002
    based on 18 ratings
     | 3,684 views

    like Jesus, we need to not only look, but to really see men, that is, perceive and understand the deep longings in men who are without God … in short … “what are they seeking?”

    To Build a Fire September 2, 2001 Read John 1:35-39a and 2 Tim. 4:5 I want to bring an exhortation on evangelism today, but rather than stress our responsibility to evangelize, I want to do it by thinking deeply about the nature of man. When it comes down to “doing the work of an evangelist” I ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    A John Wayne Sermon

    Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Apr 8, 2022
     | 4,262 views

    Most Americans enjoy watching a good cowboy movie. One reason we like them is because even the most simple minded person can understand them.

    Illus: Two cowboy friends, Joe and Bob, each bought a horse one summer. They enjoyed riding around and doing the things that cowboys do. When winter came, however, they did not want to pay to have their horses stabled for the winter. Instead, they decided to release them in a pasture and get ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Perfect Peace Series

    Contributed by Fred Sigle on Jan 12, 2023
     | 2,218 views

    Paul writes of a "peace that surpasses all understanding". This peace is not a feeling or a state of mind, but it is knowing WHO is in control when life seems out-of-control.

    A. Philippians 4:7 (READ) 1. How many of you saw the movie “The Perfect Storm”? ILLUSTRATION: It was a GOOD MOVIE—ROTTEN ENDING. It’s a TRUE STORY, and sometimes TRUE LIFE doesn’t END the way we like. It starred George Clooney and Mark Wahlberg. For those of you who may have missed it, ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Walking That Extra Mile: A Slightly Different Twist On Matthew 5:38-48 Series

    Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Mar 1, 2002
    based on 201 ratings
     | 31,595 views

    The Sermon on the Mount appears to contradict so many other Scriptures unless viewed through the eyes of first century Judaism. No need to strain and squeeze to harmonize Jesus teachings here with His other teachings, the OT, or the rest of the NT. The

    Walking That Extra Mile: A Slightly Different Twist on Matthew 5:38-48 Note: If you are interested in more information about interpreting the Sermon on the Mount, please consider my book, "The Midrash Key" (by Ed Vasicek) available through Amazon.com Here is a LENGTHY introduction for the Bible ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Wrestling In Prayer Series

    Contributed by Alan Mccann on Sep 13, 2004
    based on 9 ratings
     | 4,478 views

    We all need to learn that satan wants to stop us praying (ephesians 6) and that we need to wrestle against that. added to this we need to be challenged to persevere in prayer - like the men and women of faith in scripture

    WRESTLING IN PRAYER Isn’t it amazing how quick the pace of life is? Are you not astounded that every 18 months or so the speed of a computer doubles? We all use to think the www was quick with a dial up connection but now we have broadband and isdn lines. We have instant everything. You can go ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

  • John Lowe avatar

    A Sinful Woman Anoints Jesus

    Contributed by John Lowe on May 31, 2012
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     | 18,860 views

    Jesus was very approachable, by all classes of people, as we shall see in today’s scripture lesson. It is the story of the sinful woman who worshiped Him, at a dinner given in the home of a well-to-do Pharisee.

    A Sinful Woman Anoints Jesus Jesus was very approachable, by all classes of people, as we shall see in today’s scripture lesson. It is the story of the sinful woman who worshiped Him, at a dinner given in the home of a well-to-do Pharisee. We have already read the scripture, so let’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Slaves Of Righteousness Series

    Contributed by David Baeder on Nov 8, 2008
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     | 5,821 views

    This is the second of a series of sermons based on scriptures where a rhetorical question beginning with the phrase "Do you not know. . ." is asked. This sermon deals with the rhetorical question asked in Romans 6:16. "Do you not know that if you present

    Series: Do You Not Know? Sermon: Slaves of Righteousness Text: Romans 6:15-23 Introduction: Slavery. It’s an ugly word; usually. When we hear the word “slavery” it brings up all kinds of images. Images of trafficking in human misery. Images of poverty and oppression. Images of cruelty and ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Examine Yourself

    Contributed by Gene Escoe on May 9, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 9,063 views

    We need to examine ourselves from time to time to make sure we still understand where everything we have and everything we have accomplished comes from.

    Examine Yourself Galatians 6:3-5 INTRODUCTION: When I was a kid other kids that were “double-jointed” made me jealous. They seemed to be able to do so many cool things by the way they could bend their fingers backwards, contort their arms or legs in unnatural ways, etc. For someone ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Curse Of Ham (Canaan) PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 25, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,641 views

    The main point of this sermon is to explore the story of the Curse of Ham, understand its connection to God's judgment on Ham's descendants, and recognize that in Christ, we are all one, regardless of our ancestry or background.

    Good morning, Church family! Today, we're going to explore a fascinating and often misunderstood story from the Old Testament, the Curse of Ham. We’ll talk about its connection to God's judgment on Ham's descendants and the impact of that curse on the Cushites. I recently read a quote by A.W. Tozer ...read more

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