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  • Robert Higgins avatar

    Why I Need A Purpose Series

    Contributed by Robert Higgins on May 14, 2008
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     | 5,137 views

    Focusing on me will never reveal the truth about the purpose of my life. My Theology Professor at SWBTS told us….you cannot begin with man. You must begin your search for God with God.

    Joke: Two men were seated next to each other as they were flying across the US, along with each of their sons. During the flight, they became acquainted and were discussing their respective occupations (something men tend to talk about). One man was an evolutionary biologist at a major university. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Bible Can Be Studied And Understood Lesson 6 Series

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Feb 6, 2019
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     | 2,794 views

    What Bible study will do

    A. INTRODUCTION: WHAT BIBLE STUDY WILL DO 1. Before examining what Bible study will do for you, ask, “Why people don’t study Scriptures.” a. Not know what it offers. “Have ye not read the law?” (Matt. 12:4). b. Blinded. “They couldn’t believe, as Isaiah said . . . God has blinded their eyes . ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Breaking Bread Together: Corporate Bible Study Series

    Contributed by Guy Caley on May 5, 2006
    based on 35 ratings
     | 8,450 views

    2nd of 5 in the series"A Light Unto My Path: Growing Through God’s Word." What’s the point of Sermons Sunday School and Bible Studies and Fellowship Groups?

    What am I standing up here for and why? Why should pastors spend so much time studying and delivering sermons and what’s the point of Sunday School and Bible Studies and Fellowship Groups? Those are the questions we’ll deal with today as we look specifically at the role of the Bible in the Church ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Why Faith And Love Matter Series

    Contributed by D Marion Clark on Oct 30, 2012
     | 4,079 views

    if you have a real relationship with God, you will have faith in his power and love for his people.

    Introduction Jesus’ first full day in Jerusalem has not started off on a pleasant note. He began the morning by cursing a fig tree and ended it by knocking over tables and accusing the Jewish authorities of turning the temple into “a den of robbers.” This got the attention of ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Ed Wood avatar

    These Things We Know Series

    Contributed by Ed Wood on Jun 7, 2002
    based on 40 ratings
     | 10,471 views

    19th in First John Series (Final Message in Series)

    THESE THINGS WE KNOW 1 John 5:18-21 INTRO: The book of 1 John, as we have seen together, is the book of Christian certainty. God laid it upon the heart of John to write this little letter to every one of us so that we might never be in the dark about our salvation and to have a surety which ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Why Take The Revelation Seriously? Series

    Contributed by Leighton (Lee) Vary on Oct 28, 2016
     | 4,764 views

    The Revelation was never intended to be take literally. Now, before you get angry with me, let me tell you that I do take the Revelation seriously and I do take it literally. This book is of vital importance.

    I. Introduction A. Under the Romans 1. At the time of the Greek Empire, the Jews asked Rome for help a. The reason was that the Greek King had persecuted the Jews, desecrated the temple, and murdered faithful followers of Jehovah. b. The Romans were their liberators, at first c. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    In God We Trust

    Contributed by David Dunn on Nov 15, 2025
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    Jesus, the Second Adam, passed the test Adam failed—restoring trust, reversing the fall, and giving us victory through His obedience and sacrifice.

    INTRODUCTION — THE TEST THAT NEVER CHANGED There are moments in Scripture when the veil between heaven and earth thins—when the stories we’ve read for years suddenly reveal a deeper thread running through them, binding Genesis to the Gospels, Eden to Calvary, Adam to Christ. These moments don’t ...read more

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    Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

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    You-They-We Series

    Contributed by Dr. David Hallum on Sep 11, 2019
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,911 views

    You-They-We

    Introduction: Shrike System The ancient sport of falconry used trained hawks or falcons in the pursuit of wild game. When the “educated predator” was allowed to fly, however, it often rose too high for human eyes to see it. So a hunter often carried a small caged bird called a shrike. By ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Question Of Revival

    Contributed by Douglas Phillips on Aug 28, 2001
    based on 19 ratings
     | 7,826 views

    The psalmist asks the question that plaguesour minds and hearts today, "Will You not revive us again?" God can, but only when we surrender everything to Him in repentance and Lordship.

    THE QUESTION OF REVIVAL PSALM 85:6 Introduction: The most perplexing question that we face today in our convention, is why there is a serious decline in membership of our baptist churches? Why is there no revival in our midst? Why have we not seen baptisms in our churches? Why is it that several ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    We Got The Power. Series

    Contributed by Larry Turner on Oct 20, 2012
    based on 3 ratings
     | 7,020 views

    Have you lost the power and authority in your life? Want it back? Paul tells us how.

    When you flip a light switch to the on position you expect light from a bulb in a fixture. We are that bulb. We are to be that light. Jesus himself said so. “You are the light of the world—like a city on a hilltop that cannot be hidden.” (Matt 5:14) We have been given the Gospel ...read more

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    Denomination: Foursquare

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    The Choice We Make Series

    Contributed by Pastor Dr. Tim Awotide on Oct 29, 2017
    based on 3 ratings
     | 21,257 views

    We make choices that often affects us our entire lives; whether good or bad.

    Introduction. The strongest principle of life and blessings lies in our choice. Our life is the sum result of all the choices we make, both consciously and unconsciously. If we can control the process of choosing, we can take control of all aspects of our life. We can find the freedom that comes ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Together We Thrive PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 15, 2024
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     | 1,440 views

    This sermon emphasizes the importance of unity in diversity, solidarity in faith, and mutual support for spiritual growth within the Christian community.

    Good morning, dear friends. As we gather here today in this sacred space, I am reminded of the words of the great Christian author and theologian, J.I. Packer, who once said, "There's a difference between knowing God and knowing about God. When you truly know God, you have energy to serve Him, ...read more

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  • Jake Kircher avatar

    We Are All Gifted

    Contributed by Jake Kircher on Dec 28, 2005
    based on 34 ratings
     | 7,419 views

    Everyone has something to offer

    If you have ever been around little kids enough it isn’t long before you sense this feeling of invincibility, this idea that they can do anything. Yea, sometimes kids are shy and it takes time to come out but eventually you see it. The late founder of an organization called Youth Specialties, Mike ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Why Is The Rose Of Sharon Important?

    Contributed by Chris Swanson on Feb 7, 2025
     | 830 views

    Song of Solomon is about a man and a woman, their love, courtship, and marriage. It is an allegory of God's love for Israel and the church.

    Before we begin, there has been a lot of discussion over the significance of the book of the Song of Solomon. Some might say that this is an exacting tale about love between a married husband and wife. While others will say that this is a moral story of God's adoration for Israel and ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Why All The Hubbub, Bub? Series

    Contributed by Thomas Swope on Sep 2, 2016
     | 6,317 views

    A study of the book of Job 28: 1 – 28

    Job 28: 1 – 28 Why All The Hubbub, Bub? 1 “Surely there is a mine for silver, and a place where gold is refined. 2 Iron is taken from the earth, and copper is smelted from ore. 3 Man puts an end to darkness, and searches every recess for ore in the darkness and the shadow of death. 4 ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel