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  • Naveen Balakrishnan avatar

    Why Do We Need To Pray?

    Contributed by Naveen Balakrishnan on May 17, 2004
    based on 36 ratings
     | 5,907 views

    The Bible gives the reasons for us to pray in this marvelous passage on prayer.

    “Why Do We Need To Pray?” Philippians 4:6-7 A. The PRESCRIPTION for prayer. (v. 6) 1 Thessalonians 5:17-18; Colossians 4:2; 1 Peter 4:7 1. So as to avoid PREOCCUPATION. (v. 6a) be careful for nothing Daniel 3:16; Matthew 6:25-34; 10:19; Luke 10:41 2. So that we may bring our PLEAS in ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Why Do We Need To Baptize

    Contributed by Naveen Balakrishnan on May 17, 2004
    based on 43 ratings
     | 3,066 views

    This marvelous passage gives us the insight in regards to the ordinance of Baptism

    “Why Do We Need To Baptize?” Romans 6:3-4 A. Because it enables us to IDENTIFY with Christ in His death and resurrection. (v. 3) Know ye not, that so many of us as were baptized into Jesus Christ were baptized into his death? Matthew 28:19; 1 Corinthians 12:13; Galatians 3:27; 1 Peter 3:21; ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Secret To Contentment Series

    Contributed by Darrin Hunt on Jun 4, 2007
    based on 17 ratings
     | 18,080 views

    In this passage, we discover how to be truly content, no matter what.

    The Secret to Contentment Phil. 4:10-13 Illus. Don’t you just love hearing/telling secrets? •Recently, I spoke at a local Christian school. Afterward, I sat down with a 5 y.o. red-headed girl who proceeded to tell me all about her life. Suddenly, out of the blue, she said, "My Mommy has brown ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Trust And Obey

    Contributed by Tom Mccrossan on Oct 29, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 10,713 views

    Five principles about interpreting Scripture, especially prophetic passages.

    As an evangelical Christian, I have a high view of the authority of Scripture. I do believe the Bible is God’s Word to us. It is revelation from God in human words, not merely human ideas about God. That is why it is authoritative. In the language of 2 Timothy 3:15-17, the Bible is “…the ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    The Power Of Prayer Series

    Contributed by Rich Dunbar on May 4, 2005
    based on 124 ratings
     | 19,977 views

    This sermon looks at six aspects of the power of prayer as seen in the passage.

    Here Peter is waiting for whatever Herod may have in store for him. Escape by his own means is not an option. He is being guarded by 16 soldiers that work 6 hour shifts in fours. One soldier is chained to each side of him and the other two are standing outside the cell to make sure he can’t get ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Naveen Balakrishnan avatar

    Why Do We Need To Give Thanks

    Contributed by Naveen Balakrishnan on Jun 1, 2005
    based on 27 ratings
     | 6,289 views

    Paul gives us the reason for thanksgiving in this marvelous passage in Ephesians.

    “WHY DO WE NEED TO GIVE THANKS?” EPHESIANS 5:20 We need to give thanks because God has commanded us… 1. To give thanks ALWAYS. (v. 20a) Giving thanks always 1 Chronicles 16:8, 34-35, 41; Psalm 18:49; 30:4, 12; 75:1; 79:13; 92:1; 97:12; 105:1; 106:1, 47; 107:1; 118:1, 29; 119:62; 122:4; ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    What Is Heaven Like? Series

    Contributed by Kerry Bauman on May 10, 2006
    based on 7 ratings
     | 9,312 views

    This message takes a look at the passages that describe what heaven will be like.

    Glimpsing Eternity: The Hope of Heaven What Will Heaven Be Like? Text: John 14:1-6 Introduction: We’ve heard many stories about what heaven is like. Most of them mention pearly gates and an angel who is standing by to interview those who seek to enter. Perhaps you’ve heard this one. It’s the ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    The Miraculous Walking

    Contributed by Mike Cleveland on Jul 30, 2008
    based on 5 ratings
     | 12,012 views

    Jesus walked on the water, but there are actually 7 miracles listed in this passage.

    Please turn in your Bibles to John chapter 6. To begin this morning, I want to ask you when was the last time you have been absolutely amazed by Jesus Christ? When is the last time you marveled at Him? I mean when have you gone into shock and awe at this Miracle-working God-Man? 2 Thessalonians ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Here Comes The Judge! Series

    Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Aug 7, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,219 views

    Let’s look at one of the best known passages in the Bible!

    INTRODUCTION • SLIDE #1 • Can you tell me the one verse in the bible everyone seems to have memorized? • How many times have we just taken a look at another person and made a judgment about them. We take one look at them and we think that we know everything about them? • Have you ever felt the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Lord Is My Helper

    Contributed by Jerry Stepp on Sep 24, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 9,498 views

    A wonderful passage to find Help from th eLord

    THE LORD IS MY HELPER Psalm 54:1-7 1. THE LORD IS WITH US V4 A. He Never Leaves Hebrews 13:5 says… Let your conversation be without covetousness; and be content with such things as ye have: for he hath said, I will never leave thee, nor forsake thee. B. He Is Always Close Proverbs ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Water, Wine And Other Changes

    Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Jan 15, 2007
    based on 8 ratings
     | 6,952 views

    This passage is not the legitimizer of alcoholic beverages. In fact, it is not about wine at all.

    John 2:1-11 January 14, 2007 Second Sunday after the Epiphany - C On the third day there was a wedding in Cana of Galilee, and the mother of Jesus was there. Jesus and his disciples had also been invited to the wedding. When the wine gave out, the mother of Jesus said to him, “They have no wine.” ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

  • Phil Anderson avatar

    God Knows Series

    Contributed by Phil Anderson on Dec 27, 2018
    based on 3 ratings
     | 6,567 views

    Be reminded of three things this passage tells us God knows...

    1. God the Father knows all HEARTS (vs 27) Romans 8:27 And the Father who knows all hearts knows what the Spirit is saying, for the Spirit pleads for us believers in harmony with God’s own will. ? God knows the hearts of all men and women. So that means that He is very much aware of ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Jerry Cosper avatar

    Jesus Prayed For His Disciples

    Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Mar 28, 2012
     | 7,425 views

    This passage continues Jesus' prayer as He prays for His disciples.

    Last week we listened as Jesus prayed for Himself. He asked that God would glorify Him so that He might glorify the Father. And He also asked that He be restored to His former glory. Tonight’s passage continues that prayer as Jesus prays for His disciples. READ verses 9-10. Jesus says ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Tim White avatar

    No Room In The Church Series

    Contributed by Tim White on Mar 10, 2015
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,540 views

    There is supposed to be no room in the Church for what Paul covers with the Ephesians in this passage.

    No room at church Ephesians 4:17-32 Ill. I asked a Methodist preacher one time if he was having mice problems like we were in the Baptist Church. He said, “No, our attendance is so good now, we don’t have room for mice so they moved out.” Eph 4:17 Now this I say and testify in ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jim Butcher avatar

    Jesus’ Word To Those At The Top And The Bottom

    Contributed by Jim Butcher on Jan 15, 2014
     | 4,478 views

    This passage is a "sandwich," which leads to some significant parallels and contrasts.

    THE KEY TO UNDERSTANDING THIS PASSAGE: This story is a sandwich. - What does that mean? This is one of the multiple places in the Bible where a story is begun, then interrupted by another story, and then the first story is revisited and concluded. When that happens, there is always a great ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist