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  • David Richardson avatar

    The Power Line Series

    Contributed by David Richardson on Nov 3, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,053 views

    Prophets, missionaries, ministerial workers and teachers, not to mention just your average mature Christian, are well aware of the POWER LINE that is found in Romans 1:1-5.

    Romans Series Title: The Line in the Sand Message Title: The Power Line Scripture: Romans 1:3-5 Romans 1:1 Paul, a servant of Christ Jesus, called to be an apostle and set apart for the gospel of God — 2 the gospel he promised beforehand through his prophets in the Holy Scriptures 3 regarding his ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

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    A Mighty Man Of Valour

    Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Feb 18, 2022
     | 3,585 views

    At the 1997 North American Christian Convention, author Stuart Briscoe told the old story of a farmer who was walking along the road with his horse and his dog.

    • A pickup truck came racing by and knocked them off the road into the ditch • The farmer sued for damages: Including loss of work time, claiming he had a broken leg, some facial injuries, and several cracked ribs that kept him bedridden • The defense attorney told the judge, "Your honor, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Mighty Man Of Valour

    Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 24, 2022
     | 2,820 views

    At the 1997 North American Christian Convention, author Stuart Briscoe told the old story of a farmer who was walking along the road with his horse and his dog.

    • A pickup truck came racing by and knocked them off the road into the ditch • The farmer sued for damages: Including loss of work time, claiming he had a broken leg, some facial injuries, and several cracked ribs that kept him bedridden • The defense attorney told the judge, "Your honor, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Power Partnerships Series

    Contributed by Ken Hubbard on Feb 11, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,930 views

    A sermon on working relationships and the benefits of leading from above and below based on the story of Elijah and Elisha.

    INTRO ƒ{ As we continue in our series, I would be remiss if I didn't suggest o That the #1 key to survival is investing in relationships o Everybody's going to need somebody sometime o If you're a self-made man, you haven't made much o Lean on me when you're not strong. ƒ{ I want to look ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Learning A Lesson - The Hard Way Series

    Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Nov 19, 2008
    based on 3 ratings
     | 4,328 views

    Let us not be a hard to be taught as was Jonah.

    Learning a Lesson – THE HARD WAY! Jonah 4:1-4 * When our son, Jonathon, was born, it didn’t take us very long to discover he was what is commonly called, “a strong willed child.” In fact, Deb bought the book by James Dobson which helped deal with this little bundle of stubbornness. We all giggle ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Part 1 Series

    Contributed by Dennis Cummins on May 7, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,083 views

    This series is designed to help people understand how God takes our failures and refines us with them, turning them into successes.

    Refined by Failure Part 1 What’s the main difference between people who achieve and people who are average???? What makes people excel? Why does some people sky rocket while others plummet? Some people can’t be told anything and that is why they are still living their past failures… We need ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Running With The Horses

    Contributed by David Johnston on Jul 25, 2007
    based on 37 ratings
     | 20,319 views

    It is easier to be a freeloader. Easier to be a leech. It is easier to relax in the embracing arms of The Average. Easier, but not better. Easier but not more significant. Easier but not more fulfilling. God has called you to a life of purpose.

    Running with the Horses WT 04-18-04 am Jeremiah 12:5 Jeremiah 12:5 If thou hast run with the footmen, and they have wearied thee, then how canst thou contend with horses? and [if] in the land of peace, [wherein] thou trustedst, [they wearied thee], then how wilt thou do in the swelling of ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Mature Minister Of God Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jan 14, 2002
    based on 144 ratings
     | 22,422 views

    Peter says we are a royal priesthood. What does that mean for the average church goer? (this sermon had great effect to prompt members to greater involvement in the church.)

    OPENING: On the overhead projection we put up a cartoon showing a crazed man being led away from a church in a straightjacket. On the steps of the church building the preacher comments to another man “I’m going to miss Louis - he volunteered for everything.” COMMENT: As funny as that cartoon is, ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Woe, Be Gone! Series

    Contributed by Steven Boersma on Oct 17, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 9,546 views

    Habakkuk was burdened by the wickedness, violence, and destruction that were going on in the land of Judah. And God was going to use the evil and barbaric Babylonians to punish Judah. Although that seemed like a perversion of justice, God would deal wit

    Woe, Be Gone! Habakkuk 2:2-20 Introduction: Lake Wobegon is a fictional town in the state of Minnesota, made famous by author Garrison Keillor. It’s a town where “all the women are strong, all the men are good looking, and all the children are above average.” With this kind of ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    On Eagle's Wings

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 1, 2025
     | 796 views

    The phrase "on eagle's wings" symbolizes God's protection, strength, and ability to lift us above our challenges. Just as eagles soar high above the storms, we too can rise above life's difficulties through faith in God.

    ON EAGLE'S WINGS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Isaiah 40:31 – "But they that wait upon the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run, and not be weary; and they shall walk, and not faint." Supporting Texts: Exodus 19:4 Psalm ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    "Jephthah, A Dirty $20-Dollar Bill” Series

    Contributed by Robert Leroe on Aug 18, 2002
    based on 124 ratings
     | 13,634 views

    Jephthah rises above being an outcast due to confidence in God and in himself.

    “Jephthah, a dirty $20-dollar bill” Pastor Bob Leroe, Cliftondale Congregational Church, Saugus, Massachusetts A young child was saying his bedtime prayers, thanking God for the day. He ended his prayer with: “And thank You, God, for the nice boy you gave this family—Amen.” His mother asked, ...read more

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    Denomination: Congregational

  • Dennis Lawrence avatar

    The Christmas Star

    Contributed by Dennis Lawrence on Jan 30, 2004
    based on 24 ratings
     | 13,897 views

    There is great significance to each of us in the star that was above Jesus’ birth place.

    The Christmas Star Cornwall/Montreal December 20, 2003 Perhaps the best known symbol of this season is the star of Bethlehem. It is common for trees to be crowned with a star on the top, and with lights which shine as the stars in the sky under the special star of Bethlehem. I remember, growing ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Godly Examples

    Contributed by Jose Cabajar on Feb 20, 2004
    based on 9 ratings
     | 6,069 views

    People who are living as good examples are really blessings from above.

    The undeniable importance and demand of visible examples today are always felt in all areas of life. Whether in secular or spiritual realm, everybody is need of an example to behold and to follow. Good examples are guides to lead others that they may not lose their way to a better life and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    God's Amazing Grace

    Contributed by Tancredo Pastores, Jr. on Feb 2, 2007
    based on 5 ratings
     | 7,008 views

    Grace is power from above dispersed to meet the needs of our lives.

    God’s Amazing Grace What makes Christianity different from all the other religions of the world? Many years ago that very same question was discussed at a British conference on comparative religions. Experts from around the world debated what, if any, belief was unique to the Christian faith. ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

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    Living The Truly Good Life

    Contributed by Brian Kluth on Feb 15, 2007
    based on 5 ratings
     | 2,606 views

    Ways to Rise Above the Pull of Materialism Highlights from 1 Timothy

    1) A goal to strive for: Godliness with contentment 1 Tim 6:6,8 Godliness (=devoted to Christ living) with contentment (=satisfaction) is great gain… if we have food and clothing, we will be content with that. Luke 12:15 (Jesus said) "Watch out! Be on your guard against all kinds of greed; a ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational