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  • Christopher Holdsworth avatar

    The Controversy Of The Lord

    Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Nov 25, 2013
    based on 9 ratings
     | 7,841 views

    What does the LORD require of you?

    THE LORD’S CONTROVERSY. Micah 6:1-8. It is tragic when God has to serve a summons upon His own people. The “prisoner in the dock” is Israel herself, and the LORD is ready to submit His case. The witnesses are the mountains and hills (Micah 6:1), and strong foundations of the earth (Micah 6:2). ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Holiness And Controversy

    Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Aug 6, 2018
     | 2,685 views

    The life of St Teresa Benedicta of the Cross is inspirational but off-putting to some.

    St. Teresa Benedicta of the Cross August 9, 2018 We are the people of the New Covenant, the covenant made in the blood of our Lord, Jesus Christ. Israel was brought out of Egypt by the power of God. He then gave them the Old Covenant made in the blood of lambs and oxen, written on stone in the Ten ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

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    The Sabbath Controversy

    Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Apr 21, 2020
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,345 views

    The LORD requires compassion rater than ritualism.

    THE SABBATH CONTROVERSY. Matthew 12:1-21. This is an account of a controversy which arose from the actions of Jesus’ disciples one Sabbath when they were physically hungry (Matthew 12:1). The ever-vigilant Pharisees had been self-appointed guardians of the old laws and traditions for ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    How Great Is Our God

    Contributed by Larry Jacobs on May 16, 2006
    based on 7 ratings
     | 4,343 views

    And without controversy great is the mystery of godliness.

    Our Web Site: cbcbedford.com ------------------------------------------ "HOW GREAT IS OUR GOD" 2 TIM 3:16 1 Timothy 3:16 And without controversy great is the mystery of godliness: God was manifest in the flesh, justified in the Spirit, seen of angels, preached unto the Gentiles, believed on ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Tongues: A Controversial Gift

    Contributed by Dan Erickson on Jan 28, 2001
    based on 405 ratings
     | 25,190 views

    I know there is sometimes mistrust between Christians who speak in tongues and those who do not. My desire is that this sermon might help us get over some of that so that we can grow in love for each other.

    Chisholm 1st Baptist Church Email: revdan@cpinternet.com 218-254-3307 Go to Outline Pastor Dan Erickson’s Weekly Message 1 Corinthians 14:1-25 "TONGUES: A CONTROVERSIAL GIFT" January 7, 2001 Click links to: Guestbook About Pastor Dan We Believe More Messages Links "Wise ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Cut Out Controversies Series

    Contributed by Glenn Durham on Nov 30, 2010
    based on 5 ratings
     | 4,338 views

    God gives every guidance and every grace for building a healthy church.

    Scripture Introduction Paul and Titus traveled the island of Crete, preaching Jesus. God blessed their evangelist zeal, converting many and creating churches in towns scattered across the land. But caring for these new Christians proved difficult, in part due to the character of the people. ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    The First Controversy In The Church Series

    Contributed by Richard Mcnair on May 1, 2005
    based on 14 ratings
     | 2,758 views

    What does a church in action do with problems? How do we handle controversy? By following the example of the early church.

    The First Controversy in the Church A church in action will still have some problems. ILL>>>Perhaps the only way to avoid quarreling with your wife is to let her go her way and you go hers. ILL>>> Sue Martinuk, War had broken out between my roommate and me. We dealt with our anger by not ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Genesis Controversies And Contradictions Series

    Contributed by Eddie Snipes on Oct 26, 2000
    based on 84 ratings
     | 5,896 views

    The purpose of this study is to strengthen your faith by understanding these Genesis passages that are often accused of being contradictory.

    Genesis Controversies and Contradictions Before we depart from the origin stories in Genesis, I believe it is necessary to address common questions and misunderstandings of this portion of the Bible. The book of Genesis is the most attacked book in the Old Testament if not the most attacked book ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Sabbath Day Controversy Series

    Contributed by David Moore on Apr 29, 2010
    based on 6 ratings
     | 13,468 views

    This sermons aims to clarify the Christian’s relationship to the Sabbath Day.

    The Sabbath Day Controversy Text: Mark 2:23-28 Introduction: The last time we met we considered the criticism of the Pharisees and the disciples of John surrounding the issue if fasting. Now comes another criticism, this time surrounding the issue of the Sabbath Day. For many believers this is ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Grace Is About Controversy Series

    Contributed by Bob Gillchrest on Jan 28, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,204 views

    Paul discovers that Peter has done an about face and is behaving hypocritically.

    We’re all so perfect that we never get into arguments with anyone - aren’t we? You never had a fight with your spouse? You’ve never had a blow-up with any of your children? You’ve never disagreed with your boss or supervisor? Everything has always been perfect - you’ve ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Controversy, A Courtroom, And A Commissioning.

    Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Nov 11, 2022
    based on 2 ratings
     | 646 views

    The Lord of the Sabbath appoints Apostles.

    A CONTROVERSY, A COURTROOM, AND A COMMISSIONING. Luke 6:1-16. LUKE 6:1-5. This is an account of a controversy which arose from the actions of Jesus’ disciples one Sabbath when they were physically hungry (Luke 6:1). The ever-vigilant Pharisees had been self-appointed guardians of the old ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Great Reality

    Contributed by Jon Mackinney on Mar 18, 2004
    based on 29 ratings
     | 3,894 views

    Security in Christ is a controversial topic. Let’s see what John has to say about it, and discover the fingerprints of God that mark us as His own beloved children.

    Well, I was taught in seminary that this is how you do public speaking. And if you’ve taken a public speaking class, you’ve probably heard this too. First, you tell people what you’re going to tell them. And then, you tell them. And then, you tell them what you told them. Right? That’s how ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    The Great Turnaround

    Contributed by Jon Mackinney on Jun 16, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 9,286 views

    There has never been any event in human history as powerful at Christ's battle in the Garden of Gethsemane. And we are the beneficiaries of it.

    Passage: Matthew 26:36-46 Intro: This is one of the most challenging passages to preach in the Bible. 1. not because of great controversies. 2. but because there is so much going on, at so many levels. 3. Christology, soteriology, theology, hamartiology 4. at yet also very simple; a ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    Good Things Happen On The Sabbath

    Contributed by Mari Larson on Jun 3, 2018
     | 2,543 views

    While we can agree with Jesus that "the sabbath is made for humankind and not humankind for the sabbath," we are wrong to disregard it.

    In 1986, the good people of Bismarck, North Dakota, thought it was time to overturn or at least soften the blue laws which closed businesses on Sundays. Amid great controversy, Dayton’s Department Store, Target, and many stores and restaurants were to open at noon. Dayton’s and Target were both ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Legalism: Our Great Enemy Series

    Contributed by Brad Beaman on Dec 22, 2003
    based on 44 ratings
     | 5,807 views

    Paul has been writing to the Philippian church, warning them about internal controversies that could divide them. Now Paul turns the attention of the church in Philippi away from the internal controversies and tells them to watch out for legalists.

    What is your aim as a Christian? The aim of a Christian is to, or should be to, please God. Every Christian should in his heart seek to please God. So as Christians we often as that question. What can we do to please God? One person asked this question to a respected Christian institution. He ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist