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  • Hans Krause avatar

    Be Patient!

    Contributed by Hans Krause on Oct 23, 2018
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     | 9,131 views

    Curiosity and greed are part of our DNA, patience is not. It is the fruit of the Holy Spirit and must be cherished and fed in order to grow in our lives. We must be patient with others and with God just as God is patient with us.

    [Sermon preached on 10 December 2017, 2nd Advent / 3rd year, ELCF Lectionary] I remember how as a young child I became very impatient when Christmas was drawing near. Not so much because of Christmas, but because I also had my birthday. Like most kids, I also had many things on my wish list. My ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    I Could Not Have Done It Without You!

    Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Oct 28, 2018
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    This is a lay pastor's appreciation message. It's about helping without always getting recognition for it. It looks at Hur in the Bible. Sometimes God wants us in the backgroung out of the spotlight.

    I Could Not Have Done It Without You. 1 Chronicles 11:10-14 Romans 16:2-13 How do you feel when someone does something and they look at you and say, “I Couldn’t Have Done It Without You.” Today as we honor our lay pastors and look back at how God has used us in the past, we say, we could not have ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Be Filled With The Spirit -- Part 1 Series

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Nov 2, 2018
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     | 6,899 views

    Ephesians 5:18b-21 teaches us what is involved in being filled with the Spirit.

    Scripture We are currently in a sermon series in Ephesians 5:1-21 that I am calling, “Be Imitators of God.” In his letter to the Ephesian Christians, the Apostle Paul wrote in Ephesians 5:1a, “Therefore be imitators of God.” That is Paul’s overall command for this section of Scripture. He then ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    47. Evil In The New Creation Series

    Contributed by Gary Regazzoli on Nov 7, 2018
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     | 4,419 views

    If the kingdom of God has arrived on earth, how come sin, evil and death still exist?

    [IN GOD’S IMAGE 47 – EVIL IN THE NEW CREATION] This message is part of a series of 90 sermons based on the title, “In God’s Image – God’s Purpose for humanity.” This series of free sermons or the equivalent free book format is designed to take the reader through an amazing process beginning with ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    81. Revelation 19-20 - Christ's Return In Majesty Series

    Contributed by Gary Regazzoli on Nov 17, 2018
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     | 5,936 views

    At long last, the cry of the martyrs, “How long O Lord?” is answered?

    IN GOD'S IMAGE 81 - REVELATION 19-20 - CHRIST'S RETURN IN MAJESTY This message is part of a series of 90 sermons based on the title, “In God’s Image – God’s Purpose for humanity.” This series of free sermons or the equivalent free book format is designed to take the reader through an amazing ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    What If Jesus Had Never Been Born?

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Dec 10, 2018
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     | 5,904 views

    In this lesson, I want to note some of the areas where Jesus has made a difference because he had been born.

    Scripture Almost twenty-five years ago, Dr. D. James Kennedy and Jerry Newcombe published a book titled, What If Jesus Had Never Been Born? It is a wonderful study about the incredible impact of Jesus on world history. This message is based on that book. Our Scripture text for this message is ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Spirit-Filled Homes And Workplaces Series

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Dec 14, 2018
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     | 7,670 views

    Ephesians 6:1-9 shows us the duties of Spirit-filled children, parents, employees, and employers.

    Scripture Today we conclude our sermon series in Ephesians 5:21-6:9 that I am calling, “Focus on the Family.” The governing command for this entire section is Ephesians 5:18, where Paul commanded Christians to “be filled with the Spirit.” Then Paul said being filled with the Spirit would have ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    7 Fears Defeated By Faith

    Contributed by John Gaston on Oct 10, 2016
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    We look at 7 fears spoken of in Psalm 91, what they are, and the solution God gives us to eradicate them.

    7 FEARS DEFEATED BY FAITH Ps. 91:1-13 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: ‘I MAY BE CRAZY’ 1. A man was driving past the Insane Asylum at Rusk, Texas, when one of his tires began to vibrate badly. 2. He stopped, got out and looked, and discovered that all but one of his lug nuts were missing and ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Against Me Series

    Contributed by Jim Caswell on Oct 13, 2016
     | 3,684 views

    We must deny our self to to reach God's Ideal for our life. We decide against our self to decide for Him.

    Title: IF: Against Me Place: Blue Licks Christian Church Date: 10/16/16 Text: Romans 8.4, Luke 9.23, 1 Corinthians 10 .23 CT: We must deny our self to reach God’s ideal for our lives. Show Clip of movie trailer “Sully”. [Screen 1] FAS: On January 2, 2009,Flight 1549, a regular ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    The Birth Of John Series

    Contributed by D Marion Clark on Oct 14, 2016
     | 7,976 views

    One day, John the Baptist would stand at the water's edge, see his cousin Jesus walking towards him, and would cry out, "Behold, the Lamb of God, who takes away the sin of the world!"

    Luke 1:57-80 The Birth of John 12/19/04 D. Marion Clark Introduction Is there a more momentous event than the birth of a child? We hear people say when they have experienced some great achievement or honor, “Next to the birth of my child this is the greatest experience of my life.” ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Through Prayer Series

    Contributed by Tim Smith on May 28, 2015
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     | 4,595 views

    This message looks at prayer and listening to God as a means of connecting to Him

    Prayer: A Means of Grace 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 Elementary age children were asked to write a “Dear God” prayers:

 7-year old Debbie prayed, “Dear God: Please send a new baby for Mommy. The new baby you sent last week cries too much.”

 Hank, 7 ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Bring Series

    Contributed by Tim Smith on May 28, 2015
     | 4,399 views

    In our scripture today, God calls us Christ’s ambassadors. What exactly does that mean? An ambassador is someone who represents the interests of their homeland in a foreign country. Spiritually speaking, we are to represent Jesus and invite others

    Bring 2 Corinthians 5:18 I think it’s safe to say that the majority of us are here today because of someone else. Maybe you were invited by someone or maybe you grew up in this church and you’re here because of your family. Even those of you who came here on your own, more than likely ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    All Hail The Power Of Jesus’ Name!

    Contributed by John Gaston on Jun 14, 2015
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     | 17,856 views

    We’re examining the name of Jesus—the name that is above all names! Let’s look at the 5 “E’s” about the Name of Jesus.

    ALL HAIL THE POWER OF JESUS’ NAME! Phip. 2:5-11 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: KITTEN CHURCH MEMBERS 1. A mother looked out a window and saw Johnny playing church with their three kittens. 2. He had them lined up and was preaching to them. The mother turned around to do some work. 3. A while ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    I Believe....lord, Help My Unbelief

    Contributed by Charlie Roberts on Jun 15, 2015
    based on 8 ratings
     | 18,810 views

    Today, Jesus stands ready at the point of your need... To be your very own in assessor, Advocator, originator and deliverer of your miracle!

    I Believe....Lord, Help My Unbelief John 11:40 NKJ 40.Jesus said to her, “Did I not say to you that if you would believe you would see the glory of God?” If you're a born again Christian… If you believe the Bible to be the inspired word of God… Then this verse should ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    In Search Of Wisdom

    Contributed by Douglas Phillips on Apr 22, 2017
     | 7,950 views

    A SERVICE OF CELEBRATION AS TWO GRADUATES ARE HEADING OFF TO COLLEGE. A SAD TIME FOR US AS THEIR LIVES TAKE THEM ELSEWHERE, BUT WE ALSO CELEBRATE WITH THEM IN THEIR ACHIEVEMENT.

    IN SEARCH OF WISDOM PROVERBS 1:1-19 YOU’LL HAVE TO FORGIVE ME IF I FEEL A BIT MELANCHOLY ABOUT THE MESSAGE TODAY. THESE ARE VERY SAD SERVICES IN SOME WAYS. EVA AND AMANDA ARE GETTING READY TO LEAVE OUR COMMUNITY TO CONTINUE WITH THEIR LIFE GOALS AND AMBITIONS. THEY WILL BE BACK TO VISIT, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist