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  • Scott Sutton avatar

    The Love Of God

    Contributed by Scott Sutton on Aug 22, 2022
     | 5,573 views

    The fairy tale ‘Beauty and the Beast’ was not original with Walt Disney. In fact, there are similar fairy tales that go back 4000 years! But it wasn't written into story form by a French Novelist until 1740.

    The story and eventual plays and movies that were made about it drew the attention of theologian G. K. Chesterton. This is what he said about it; “The great lesson of the tale of “Beauty and the Beast” is that a thing must be loved before it is loveable. A person must be loved before that person ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Looking For Mr. Right

    Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Sep 6, 2023
     | 909 views

    Jesus wants to be loved for the right reasons.

    I expect most of you know that fear of commitment is endemic in today’s society. It's not surprising. I expect many if not most of us have experienced - or at least witnessed - bad relationships or are the children of divorce ourselves. If you've gotten burnt, you're more than a little ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Follow The Leader

    Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Sep 8, 2023
     | 817 views

    A third perspective is what Jesus is saying about the sheep. That is, that left to their own devices, sheep will stray.

    Why do you suppose The Runaway Bunny is one of the most popular books for toddlers ever written? Because it reassures the child that whatever happens, she can’t get lost for good. Even if he gets mad and runs away, he still can’t get lost - because the mother bunny will always come after her child. ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Go! And Be Used By God — Honouring Women In God’s Mission And Lessons From Women In The Bible Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Feb 4, 2025
    based on 2 ratings
     | 1,706 views

    Some claim that women should not preach, teach, or hold leadership positions in the church. This misunderstanding arises from a misinterpretation of certain biblical texts while ignoring the broader testimony of Scripture.

    Go! And Be Used by God — Honouring Women in God’s Mission Throughout history, God has called and empowered both men and women to serve His kingdom, proclaim His truth, and lead His people. Yet, some claim that women should not preach, teach, or hold leadership positions in the church. This ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    I Tried Lord

    Contributed by Thomas Swope on Apr 19, 2019
    based on 2 ratings
     | 3,765 views

    A study in the book of Nehemiah 13: 1 – 31

    Nehemiah 13: 1 – 31 I tried Lord 13 On that day they read from the Book of Moses in the hearing of the people, and in it was found written that no Ammonite or Moabite should ever come into the assembly of God, 2 because they had not met the children of Israel with bread and water but hired Balaam ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

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    Guilty Or Not Guilty Series

    Contributed by Richard Tow on Nov 17, 2003
    based on 37 ratings
     | 9,615 views

    This sermon uses a non-traditional style to expound the text. A court proceeding is set up and narrated to communicate Jesus’ confrontation with religious leaders of His day. It was fun to preach!

    Guilty or Not Guilty Fortifying the Foundations # 13 John 5:16-47[1] 8-3-03 Intro: I want you to come with me to a courtroom this morning. There with the prosecution at this table[2] are a number of well-dressed men. They are well known in the community, experts in the law and highly ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    Where Does God Live Today? Series

    Contributed by David Dykes on Aug 20, 2012
     | 13,501 views

    God's collective address, the church, and God's individual address, a believer. A discussion about how the things Jesus did in the temple courts are the things He wants to do in us today.

    INTRODUCTION Everybody seems to be on a diet these days. Scientists are making amazing discoveries every day about nutrition and diet. If you’re struggling to lose weight these recent scientific findings may help you. Scientists have discovered: (1) If nobody sees you eat food, it has no ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    What Came First, The Temple Or The Fig Tree? Series

    Contributed by Thomas Swope on Nov 8, 2012
     | 5,077 views

    a study of the Gospel of Mark 11: 11-26

    Mark 11: 11-26 What Came First, The Temple Or The Fig Tree? 12 Now the next day, when they had come out from Bethany, He was hungry. 13 And seeing from afar a fig tree having leaves, He went to see if perhaps He would find something on it. When He came to it, He found nothing but leaves, for it ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

  • JEREMIAH MENYONGAI avatar

    Series: Recovering Stolen Identity & Reclaiming Misplaced Destiny: Part 4a: God Can Use Detours To Get You To Your Destiny (Significance Of Detours To Joseph’s Destiny)

    Contributed by Jeremiah Menyongai on Mar 10, 2020
     | 4,931 views

    Looking at some people's past, they should have never produced a Joseph. In our society, most people with Joseph's backgrounds are killers, jail birds, drunks, addicts, etc. But God’s Destiny on your life can be fulfilled even in the midst of thorns.

    SERIES: RECOVERING STOLEN IDENTITY & RECLAIMING MISPLACED DESTINY: PART 4A: GOD CAN USE DETOURS TO GET YOU TO YOUR DESTINY - SIGNIFICANCE OF DETOURS TO JOSEPH’S DESTINY 1. Genesis 35:18: Rachel died while giving birth to the son. Before dying, she named the boy Benoni. But Jacob called him ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    "your Kingdom Come, Your Will Be Done". (Part 2) Series

    Contributed by Steve Malone on May 18, 2023
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,417 views

    In part 2 we will answer 3 questions... 1) how do we get in on the kingdom 2) what are we supposed to do with the kingdom 3) what is the kingdom worth

    Your Kingdom Come, Your (2)... The King and His Kingdom Dismiss Grove KIDZ The kingdom of heaven is like treasure hidden in a field. When a man found it, he hid it again, and then in his joy went and sold all he had and bought that field. Again, the kingdom of heaven is like a merchant looking ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • RAY MCKENDRY avatar

    From Fear To Faith

    Contributed by Ray Mckendry on Aug 28, 2001
    based on 74 ratings
     | 11,362 views

    One of Jesus’ encouraging messages of faith

    From Fear to Faith Sunday 12 August, 2001 Introduction After addressing the crowd which had gathered (v1), and answering the question of the man who wanted his share of the family inheritance, Jesus turns to speak to His disciples again. Verses 32-36 are first of all words of encouragement and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Shouting Children

    Contributed by Joe Harding on Apr 22, 2001
    based on 51 ratings
     | 6,427 views

    True worship is coming to Jesus like a child!

    SHOUTING CHILDREN MATTHEW 21: 12-17 MARCH 11, 2001 INTRODUCTION: [Orientation to school, work, or family?] A small boy is sent to bed by his father. Five minutes later... “Da-ad...” “What?” “I’m thirsty. Can you bring me a glass of water?” “No. You had your chance. Lights out!” Five ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Be Grrrrrreat!

    Contributed by Jim Luthy on May 8, 2001
    based on 50 ratings
     | 3,631 views

    There is a lot of room for greatness in the kingdom of God. It’s not a competition, it’s a condition!

    Be Grrrrreat! Matthew 18:1-4 Pastor Jim Luthy An interesting scene developed as Jesus and his disciples headed south along the road from Caesarea Phillipi to Capernaum. There seemed to be a bit of tension among his disciples. A heated discussion was taking place among them. Occasionally, the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Stuck Or Seeking?

    Contributed by Jeff Kolk on Jan 27, 2001
    based on 107 ratings
     | 8,469 views

    Are you "stuck" in life or "seeking" God’s will for you?

    Stuck or Seeking? Mark 10:46-52 INTRODUCTION: Pastor Steve Heartsill shares a story of A young man, who had worked for years on the railroad, wanted a job as a signalman for the railroad. For his interview, he was told to meet the inspector at the signal box. The inspector asked him, "What would ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Breaking Down Barriers & Building Up The Wall (Pt. 5) Series

    Contributed by Eric Peloquin on Jun 23, 2005
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,710 views

    This is part five in a series dealing with the need for God’s people to break down the barriers that keep us from effectively building up the wall (God’s Kingdom). Having broken down those barriers we must build up the wall.

    Breaking Down Barriers & Building Up The Wall (Pt. 5) Sermon – 25 July 2004 We have been spending a fair amount of time in this series discussing for several weeks the barriers that have been erected within the church and have kept her from attaining to all that the lord would have her do. I ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God