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  • Rick Gillespie- Mobley avatar

    How To Kill A Church

    Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Nov 3, 2011
    based on 5 ratings
     | 8,909 views

    This message deals with how the members of a church can kill the church without recognizing it.

    How To Kill A Church Calvary 10/9/2011 Ephesians 4:1-6 Psalm 133 3 John 1:5-13 We have a started a new series for the next four weeks and the topic is “Moving Things To The Next Level.” There are times in our lives, when we want to get one result, but we actually ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Meaningless Worship = Sins Unforgiven

    Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Aug 25, 2018
     | 6,450 views

    Sermon based on false Jewish traditions which they designed to "earn" God's blessings. Jesus challenges their theology of how to receive forgiveness. Includes a story about "team work in the ministry".

    In Jesus Holy Name August 26, 2018 Text: Mark 7:5,7,21,23 Pentecost XIV “Meaningless Worship=Sins Unforgiven” Mark records for us today another encounter with the Pharisees. Jesus was constantly being challenged by the Pharisees. They challenged His authority to heal on the ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Christmas Around The World

    Contributed by John Gaston on Dec 9, 2020
     | 3,315 views

    Here's a look at 10 colorful Christmas traditions in far-flung countries on different continents. Then we focus on the real meaning of Christmas as described in John 3:16 followed by an illustration that captures the sense of Christmas.

    CHRISTMAS AROUND THE WORLD John 3:16 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. Arjun: What do you call a snowman with a six pack? Alexander: I haven’t the foggiest. Arjun: An abdominal snowman. 2. John: What did the gingerbread man put on his bed? Zack: What? John: A cookie sheet. 3. Zoey: What do you get ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    The Truth About Easter

    Contributed by Rick Boyne on Apr 23, 2019
     | 2,895 views

    There's a whole lot about Easter that has nothing to do with the Resurrection and some things that do, aren't accurate. BUT, Jesus really did die, was buried, and rose again!

    The Truth about Easter April 21, 2019 Morning Service Resurrection Sunday Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: Jesus really did die, was buried, and rose again. Focus Passage: John 20:1-18 Supplemental Passage: For as yet they did not understand the Scripture, that He ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Perry Greene avatar

    My Christmas Dilemma

    Contributed by Perry Greene on Dec 4, 2022
     | 1,258 views

    Some pros and cons of Christmas.

    I am not a big fan of Christmas, mainly because it is not in the Bible. Family and friends outnumber me, so I go along with Christmas festivities but not wholeheartedly. I have difficulty celebrating it as the birthday of Jesus. For one reason, Christians did not celebrate Christmas for at least ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Thou Shalt Not Take The Name Of The Lord In Vain (Part 3 Of 8) Series

    Contributed by Eddie Snipes on Feb 15, 2008
    based on 17 ratings
     | 14,947 views

    This study takes a look at the Ten Commandments from a New Testament perspective.

    Thou shalt not take the name of the Lord in vain. Look at Exodus 20: 7 " You shall not take the name of the LORD your God in vain, for the LORD will not hold him guiltless who takes His name in vain. If you ask people what it means to take the Lord’s name in vain, the vast majority of people will ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Don't Take God's Name In Vain Series

    Contributed by Scott Maze on Jun 21, 2021
     | 3,680 views

    God’s name is sacred. It’s not that His name is magical. It’s not that the three letters of His name to be used for incantations. It’s because His name represents His essence.

    This Memorial Day we continue our series on the Ten Commandments. How are you progressing on memorizing the Ten Commandments? Two weeks ago we saw the “Who” of worship when we examined the first commandment – “You shall have no other gods before me” (Exodus 20:2). God has always been a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    What Mean Ye By This Service?

    Contributed by Jerry Smith on Dec 25, 2018
     | 3,619 views

    One way Christians remember Christ during Christmas time is by way of the Christmas tree. But, what does the Christmas tree mean in your house? Do you know? Do your children know? Today, we will discover how we can answer those questions in reference to a simple Christmas tree.

    “And it shall come to pass, when your children shall say unto you, What mean ye by this service?” (Exodus 12:26). What mean ye by this service? There are many opinions about Christmas: whether Christian should celebrate it or not, if so, how Christians should celebrate Christmas. However, we ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Watch Your Mouth Series

    Contributed by Brian Bill on Jul 8, 2012
    based on 6 ratings
     | 23,098 views

    God's name is not in vain.

    Watch Your Mouth Exodus 20:7 Rev. Brian Bill 7/8/12 People get mixed up on my name all the time. Some people call me “Bill” and I’ve even been called “Brain,” though I’m not sure where that one comes from. When I’m called “Mr. Bill” people ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Using Comparisons Between The Traditional Versus Progressive Outlooks In Cr

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Aug 11, 2001
    based on 19 ratings
     | 2,041 views

    Using Comparisons Between The Traditional versus Progressive Outlooks in Cross-Cultural Evangelism

    Using Comparisons Between The Traditional versus Progressive Outlooks in Cross-Cultural Evangelism Introduction - Throughout the world there is a growing trend towards more effective - contextual evangelistic approaches. Increasing evidences of God using preaching that draws from people’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    God's Last Name Is Not D*** Series

    Contributed by Carl Allen on Sep 14, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,237 views

    The 3rd commandment is one that requires us all to take a look at just how we use your tongue in daily living. And ask yourselves the questions, how are we using our tongue?

    God’s Last Name is not D*** Exodus 20:7 Introduction In the Taurus Mountains of southern Turkey, lives a certain variety of crane. These birds tend to make a lot of noise, especially while flying. And, all that noise gets the attention of eagles, which swoop down and seize them for a meal. The ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Ovidiu Radulescu avatar

    The Power Of His Name (3) Series

    Contributed by Ovidiu Radulescu on Sep 21, 2010
    based on 47 ratings
     | 9,404 views

    The 3rd Commandment is broken out in the open. Swearers want people to hear what they say. It’s intended by the profaner that you would hear those words. When a person commits adultery they try to hide it. When they lust, or when they kill, or whatever th

    ILL. A New York City businessman, moved to the country because of this bad economy. He went to the local feed and livestock store and talked to the owner about how he was going to take up chicken farming. He then asked to buy 100 chicks."That’s a lot of chicks," commented the proprietor. "I mean ...read more

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    Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

  • Rodney V Johnson avatar

    The Ten Commandments Part 3 Series

    Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on May 20, 2018
     | 4,324 views

    Part three of this series discusses what it means to the God's name in vain today.

    The Ten Commandments Part 3 Scriptures: Exodus 20:4-7; Leviticus 24:10-16, 23; Matthew 12:31-32 This is part three of my series on the Ten Commandments. This morning we will be examining the third commandments as found in Exodus 20:7. This commandment says; “You shall not take the name of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    God Is In Control

    Contributed by Luther Sexton on Jun 29, 2021
     | 3,328 views

    An extensive look at Psalm 2

    Psalm 2- God Is In Control I. Psalm 2:1-3 1 Why do the heathen rage, and the people imagine a vain thing? 2 The kings of the earth set themselves, and the rulers take counsel together, against the LORD, and against his anointed, saying, 3 Let us break their bands asunder, and cast away ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Fred Sigle avatar

    The Silence Of God Series

    Contributed by Fred Sigle on May 17, 2024
     | 215 views

    This is a study of the gospel of Mark regarding the life of Jesus. It is based on my personal study and research of Scripture and many books and sermons I have read over the years.

    GOSPEL OF MARK: GOD’S SERVANT IN ACTION THE SILENCE OF GOD 9/1/19 – Garfield A. There is a cliché that says, “Silence is golden.” 1. This is especially true when we find ourselves wanting to speak DEROGATORILY about someone, yet we have the good sense to keep our MOUTHS shut. 2. ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ