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  • Scott Chambers avatar

    Why Does Pleasure Never Seem To Last? Series

    Contributed by Scott Chambers on Apr 8, 2013
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,936 views

    This is the first message in a series from the book of Ecclesiastes that examines Solomon's wisdom in regard to the mistakes that he had made in his life. This message examines the pursuit of pleasure and how it can squeeze God out of our lives..

    Dear Diary, “Why does pleasure never seem to last?” That question is at the heart of America’s relentless pursuit of pleasure. Americans are constantly moving from one thing to another in hope of finding something that will provide pleasure that doesn’t fade away. As I was ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Strongman - Pt. 2 - Demands Of Deliverance Series

    Contributed by Steve Ely on Apr 12, 2013
    based on 3 ratings
     | 7,387 views

    Comic book character? Superhuman? Incredibly strong. Incredibly flawed. The Strongman teaches us strong lessons.

    The Strongman - Pt. 2 The Demands of Deliverance I. Introduction Although his story only encompasses 4 short chapters in Judges, The Strongman has captured the imagination of Hollywood and Christians alike. A comic book hero with Hulk like traits minus the green skin. Meek and mild one moment and ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Convictions Of The Church That Change The World

    Contributed by Davon Huss on Aug 20, 2016
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     | 5,447 views

    6 Convictions of the early church that can change the world today (Based on an article by Rick Warren on Pastors.com: http://pastors.com/6-convictions-church-changes-world/)

    HoHum: “Those who accepted his message were baptized, and about three thousand were added to their number that day.” Acts 2:41, NIV. Much present day evangelism seeks to make coming to Christ easy. Many today would be appalled that Peter made the cost of coming to Christ so high. How ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    A Greeting To The Saints

    Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Sep 16, 2018
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,642 views

    At times the church faces challenges from without, but often the greatest danger may come from within. If we are to combat the struggles associated with false doctrine, we must be settled in the Word.

    A Greeting to the Saints 2 Peter 1: 1-2 This second epistle of Peter is very similar in tone and intent to the second epistles of Paul. In large part, the second epistles were written to follow up on the first, and particularly to combat apostasy and false doctrine. Having written the first ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Douglas Phillips avatar

    I Choose To Love My Family First

    Contributed by Douglas Phillips on Apr 11, 2018
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    THIS IS THE FIFTH OF A SERIES ON CHOICES WE MUST MAKE AS CHRISTIANS. FAMILY LIFE FOR THE CHRISTIAN IS A DRAMATIC MODEL OF THE LOVE CHRIST HAS FOR THE CHURCH. WE MUST CHOOSE TO BE THE BEST MODEL OF CHRIST'S LOVE WE CAN BE.

    I CHOOSE TO LOVE MY FAMILY FIRST LUKE 12:13-21 LAST WEEK WE LOOKED AT CAPACITY CHOICES INVOLVING FORGIVENESS OF OTHERS AND TRUST. ESSENTIALLY WE ARE GOING TO TRUST AND LEAVE OUR FUTURE IN GOD’S HANDS, OR WE ARE GOING TO TRY TO MANAGE OUR FUTURE IN OUR OWN POWER. SINCE WE CANNOT CONTROL OUR ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Michael Stark avatar

    What Do You Know? Series

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Feb 10, 2018
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     | 8,134 views

    The Christian possesses knowledge that is not available to outsiders. Therefore, followers of the Christ must encourage their hearts that they know Christ, that they are secure in Him and they are to honour Him.

    “We know that the Son of God has come and has given us understanding, so that we may know him who is true; and we are in him who is true, in his Son Jesus Christ. He is the true God and eternal life. Little children, keep yourselves from idols.” [1] “The trouble with world is not that people ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Financial Praying

    Contributed by Chris Talton on Mar 11, 2003
    based on 31 ratings
     | 10,329 views

    Based on the prayer of Agur, this sermon gives some suggestions on how we should pray in regard to our finances.

    March 9, 2003 Proverbs 30:7-9 “Financial praying” INTRODUCTION The message today will be the last installment in our series on biblical finances. I think that after today, we will have gained enough information to chew on for a while. Like the messages that we have received up to this ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Bill Sullivan avatar

    Twinkies Or Broccoli

    Contributed by Bill Sullivan on Aug 16, 2005
    based on 15 ratings
     | 4,449 views

    Love of the world and love of God are mutually exclusive, just like a healthy diet cannot be full of both twinkies and broccoli

    Twinkies or Broccoli TCF Sermon August 14, 2005 Opening illustration – I need someone to help me eat a snack. This is an either/or demonstration. Either eat a good snack, or eat a bad snack food. Maybe we’ll have a little of both. In one bag is the twinkie. Classic junk snack. In the other ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • John White avatar

    The Great Physician

    Contributed by John White on Oct 4, 2019
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     | 10,241 views

    This is the long awaited and anticipated promised Messiah of Israel. He is speaking in the fullness of time to a chosen nation composed of God's precious, peculiar and particular people.

    The Great Physician Luke 4:14-21 Jesus stands up in the synagogue in His home town of Nazareth to announce the good news. As the prophets have predicted, the Messiah, Redeemer and eternal King has arrived and is present with His people. (See Isa. 61:1-3) He simply restates the promise and purpose ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • John White avatar

    The Challenge Of Discipleship

    Contributed by John White on Aug 6, 2018
     | 12,415 views

    The essence of our calling to really follow the Master.

    THE CHALLENGE OF DISCIPLESHIP "From that time many of his disciples went back, and walked no rnore with Him. Then said Jesus unto the twelve, Will you also go away? Then Simon Peter answered Him, Lord, to whom shall we go? Thou hast the words of eternal life. And we believe and are sure that thou ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Year C, Proper 6. Series

    Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on May 29, 2025
    based on 2 ratings
     | 512 views

    Not used this year.

    1 Kings 21:1-21, Psalm 5:1-8, 2 Samuel 11:26-27, 2 Samuel 12:1-15, Psalm 32:1-11, Galatians 2:15-21, Luke 7:36-50, Luke 8:1-3. A). THE THEFT OF A VINEYARD. 1 Kings 21:1-21. Some of us have had the privilege of living in a land where, on paper at least, there was no trespass law. Whether this ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Joe Jones avatar

    The Grace Of Giving

    Contributed by Joe Jones on Jan 13, 2002
    based on 27 ratings
     | 5,515 views

    Can we ever be satisfied…how much money is enough?

    By now I am sure that most of you have been filled to capacity with the meat of the season. Gorged yourselves with stuffing and potatoes those potatoes that are orange…Yams(ugh..Silence of the Yams!)and that red stuff(I’ve never really cared for that). Thursday ushered in the beginning of perhaps ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Declaring Spiritual Bankruptcy Series

    Contributed by Johann Neethling on Jul 8, 2006
    based on 5 ratings
     | 4,728 views

    Examination of the first BE-Attitude: Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the Kingdom of Heaven

    PURSUING HAPPINESS : Declaring Spiritual Bankruptcy Matthew 5:1-12 1. This past Tuesday our nation celebrated its 230th year of Independence and one of the most famous phrases in the Declaration of Independence, listed as one of the “unalienable rights of man” is “Life, liberty, and the pursuit of ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Hungry Heart

    Contributed by Dale Pilgrim on Aug 12, 2005
    based on 48 ratings
     | 6,268 views

    People see Jesus in different ways-someone to work for, an opportunity to move ahead, an entertainer, the Christ of God. Who is He to you?

    The Hungry Heart Scripture: John 12:1-21 John 12:21 (The Message) “We want to see Jesus. Can you help us?" Michaëlle Jean has been appointed by Prime Minister Paul Martin as Canada’s next Governor General, our official representative of the Queen of England. Michaëlle was raised in ...read more

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    Denomination: Salvation Army

  • Wade Martin Hughes, Sr avatar

    Are You A Headshrinker Or An Encourager?

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jan 29, 2005
    based on 17 ratings
     | 4,901 views

    We have a great need within the church for edifiers and encouragers. Many arms are hanging down, will you help?

    VEHICLE OF TRUTH: DUTY TO ENCOURAGE By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com I wear cowboy boots and a pair of spurs in this service. I. DO YOU FEEL LIKE YOU ARE A GOD CALLED HEAD SHRINKER? A. We have a very serious need within the ranks of the church today. We have many people that are ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God