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  • Jeff van Wyk avatar

    Test The Spirits

    Contributed by Jeff Van Wyk on Jan 26, 2013
     | 4,920 views

    Too often we forget that we live in a spiritual war zone. Remember, the devil will try to mislead you and will portray himself as the truth. Our spiritual battle is with the devil and his evil forces. But we who are Spirit-filled have the ability to expos

    Test the Spirits Beloved, do not believe every spirit, but test the spirits, whether they are of God; because many false prophets have gone out into the world. - 1 John 4:1 Never just accept a prophetic word regardless how gifted or important that person may be. Not every voice we hear is from ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    Evidence Series

    Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Nov 26, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,189 views

    Once we have come to know Christ, the rest of our life should be spent in pursuit of spiritual growth as disciple of Jesus Christ. Let’s look at two of many reasons why this is so.

    Evidence (2 Thessalonians 1:1-5) 1. I received a call from the Kokomo Perspective about my opinion regarding the movie, "The Golden Compass." 2. Although the movie is toned down from the books, the author of the series is an avid atheist with an anti-Christian agenda. 3. Many movies assume an ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    The Watchman?

    Contributed by Roy Fowler on Sep 4, 2021
     | 3,071 views

    What happens to the watchmen that God tells to inform people of their sin. What happens today when we see people committing sin. Should we call them out? If we don't will we die?

    Sermon Title: The watchman Scripture Text: Ezekiel 33:7-11 ILLUSTRATION: Nit-picking — it seems to be almost a national sport the way some folks participate in it so frequently and enthusiastically. It’s sad that sometimes, when people speak, their words seem more spit out hate and ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Core 52 Week 18 - Finding True Righteousness Series

    Contributed by Lanny Smith on May 13, 2020
     | 1,905 views

    How do we know the right thing to do? We get lots of advice from family, friends, media, you name it. But what direction do we truly trust to guide us into right thinking and right behaviors? Jesus shows us the way in the Sermon on the Mount.

    You can listen to the sermon audio on my podcast at: https://PastorLanny.buzzsprout.com Intro: (Preached on Mother’s Day, 2020) • Good/Bad advice from Mom. • Bad: o “If you see a bear and don’t have time to run away, hug it. Bears cannot scratch their stomachs.” o “Always weave a little, and all ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Introduction To The Series The Ten Commandments Series

    Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Jan 12, 2023
    based on 4 ratings
     | 2,105 views

    This series is taken from the book, "The Ten Commandments - God's Essential Rules For A Happy And Healthy Home" by Craig A. Nelson, and available at Amazon https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0B14D25KR

    God gave the Ten Commandments as rules for righteousness to the family to follow so that the home will be a happy and healthy place to raise children and build a strong marriage. Broken homes have broken people inside them who have children that will have broken homes producing more broken people. ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Hell - The Unpleasant Reality

    Contributed by Pastor Renji George on Jun 3, 2024
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     | 1,271 views

    The story of the rich man and Lazarus in Luke 16:19-31 offers the best and clearest picture into the nature of hell. Because these words come from our Lord Jesus, we must treat them with utmost respect. We see the cry of rich man from hell to heaven.

    The Bible warns us of two eternities. One is impressive and all like to hear about it. But the other is horrifying and seldom wants to believe it. They are heaven and hell. Is hell real? There can be two answers. One is from man and the other is from God. What I think about hell neither make a ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    "Buckle Up"

    Contributed by Mark Hensley on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 130 ratings
     | 10,007 views

    This message you may be interested to know isn’t really about weather you should wear your seatbelts, it is how ever about a Christians responsibility to observe the laws of the land.

    Introduction: Mandatory seatbelt laws, the talk of Greeley in recent days! I am not sure what your position is on the subject. Opinions have varied in recent newspaper letters to the editor. One resident’s philosophy is that it shouldn’t be forced on people, after all she wrote when it’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Challange To Live Love

    Contributed by Carl Finney on Nov 3, 2006
    based on 5 ratings
     | 2,607 views

    Issuing a challange to live love. Showing the diffrence between good works and works that are good.

    KJV James 2:17-20 “ Even so faith, if it hath not works, is dead, being alone. Yea, a man may say, Thou hast faith, and I have works: shew me thy faith without thy works, and I will shew thee my faith by my works. Thou believest that there is one God; thou doest well: the devils also believe, and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Avoiding The Traps Of Negative Conversation Series

    Contributed by Brian Atwood on Apr 24, 2007
    based on 15 ratings
     | 6,896 views

    Biblical examples of negative communication patterns to avoid.

    TRAP #1: "Take my side without hearing both sides." "Then Haman said to King Xerxes, ’There is a certain group of people scattered among the other people in all the states of your kingdom. Their customs are different from those of all the other people, and they do not obey the king’s laws. It is ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • James Lee avatar

    Breaking The Isolation

    Contributed by James Lee on Oct 31, 2012
     | 7,070 views

    Our community is filled with people who, once were regular fixtures down at the local church. Something was said…an impression was given…grace was denied…and they walked away.

    Have you ever noticed that when we get wounded, we tend to isolate ourselves from others…? Nations build walls of isolation…ancient cities were surrounded by motes and high walls, for the purpose of keeping others out. Many are isolating themselves from the body of Christ and are ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Christopher Holdsworth avatar

    Universal Prayer

    Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Aug 29, 2013
    based on 5 ratings
     | 4,899 views

    We are called to universal prayer because God desires that "all men" be saved. This is the purpose behind the doctrine of election. There is only one God, one Mediator, one sacrifice. The church's mission is to make a universal declaration of this truth.

    UNIVERSAL PRAYER. 1 Timothy 2:1-7. CONTEXT. The faithful saying that Christ Jesus came into the world to save sinners is worthy of all acceptation - or ‘worthy to be accepted by ALL’ - (1 Timothy 1:15). “Therefore” - as a priority - Paul exhorts Timothy that “supplications, prayers, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Grant Adams avatar

    For Me To Live

    Contributed by Grant Adams on Jan 16, 2021
     | 2,569 views

    Life is a very precious thing. We are living in a time when life is being cheapened. What your life consists of is what makes it more precious. Where are you in your life. For me to live is what?

    1. Life is a very precious thing. The one life that God has given to you. 2. The life of your loved ones is very precious. a. The life that you share with your mate. b. The life of your children. 1) Nothing changes your life like the birth of a child. 2) At their birth and throughout eternity 3. We ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    At The Feet Of Jesus

    Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Dec 1, 2013
    based on 4 ratings
     | 13,158 views

    When our work proceeds out of a devotion to Jesus, we will not be without our critics.

    AT THE FEET OF JESUS. John 12:1-8. It has been remarked as remarkable that on three occasions when we meet Mary of Bethany in the Scriptures, she is found at the feet of Jesus. In Luke 10:39 she is sitting at the feet of Jesus. In John 11:32 Mary is prostrated at His feet. In John 12:3 she is ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Truth-Tellers

    Contributed by Rick Boyne on Jun 17, 2015
     | 3,910 views

    Everyone needs someone to speak truth into their life.

    Truth-Tellers June 14, 2015 Morning Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: Everyone needs someone to speak truth into their life. Focus Passage: Proverbs 1:5-7 Introduction: Winston Churchill exemplified integrity and respect in the face of opposition. During his ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Paul Apple avatar

    Fight The Good Fight Series

    Contributed by Paul Apple on Jul 7, 2001
    based on 26 ratings
     | 6,510 views

    SUMMARY OF PAUL’S CHARGE TO TIMOTHY: FIGHT TO PROTECT SOUND DOCTRINE

    BIG IDEA: SUMMARY OF PAUL’S CHARGE TO TIMOTHY: FIGHT TO PROTECT SOUND DOCTRINE I. THE GOOD GUYS -- THE RESPONSIBILITY TO MAINTAIN SOUND DOCTRINE FALLS TO DIVINELY APPOINTED LEADERS A. The Responsibility (to Maintain Sound Doctrine) is a Sacred Trust "This command I entrust to you …" speaking ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible