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  • Nickolas Kooi avatar

    Patience Series

    Contributed by Nickolas Kooi on Oct 3, 2018
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     | 16,544 views

    James teaches about patience in problems, with people, and in persecution, as he points us and his audience to Christ's Second Coming

    I have a little quiz for you today that I would like you to participate in. I have the little quiz in the bulletin, or you can participate by listening to me. How would you fill in the blanks for the following statements? Statement 1: “I want it .” What did you put there? It’s probably the ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Thanksgiving...all The Way!!!

    Contributed by Suresh Manoharan on Nov 9, 2018
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,428 views

    A message on the subject of "Thanksgiving" with the annual Thanksgiving day on the anvil!!!

    Thanksgiving…all the way!!! Of atheists it is said…a bad moment for an atheist is when he feels grateful, and has no one to thank. Here is a tragi-comic “atheistic” story echoing the same sentiments even ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    In Remembrance (2022 Version) Maundy Thursday

    Contributed by John Williams Iii on Apr 12, 2022
     | 1,447 views

    We strive to live out all that Jesus taught us about being His disciples. Our legacy involves living out what we believe in our thanksgiving, holiness and harmony.

    IN REMEMBRANCE (2022 version) Maundy Thursday Text: I Corinthians 11:23-26 1 Corinthians 11:23-26  For I received from the Lord what I also handed on to you, that the Lord Jesus on the night when he was betrayed took a loaf of bread,  (24)  and when he had given thanks, he ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Your Seed Will Take Care Of Your Need

    Contributed by Dr. Tony Young Jr. on Mar 11, 2022
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,270 views

    God commanded every living thing to produce after its own kind. When we take care of our seeds, our seeds will take care of our needs.

    WELCOME PRAYER TEXT: Matthew 13:1-9 1 ¶ On the same day Jesus went out of the house and sat by the sea. 2 And great multitudes were gathered together to Him, so that He got into a boat and sat; and the whole multitude stood on the shore. 3 Then He spoke many things to them in parables, ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    From Bitter To Better

    Contributed by John Gaston on Jan 6, 2021
     | 6,501 views

    Trials and troubles, far from being harmful to you, cause us to grow. Under Pharaoh's oppression Israel grew dramatically. Joseph too faced the dilemma of whether to become bitter at his brothers, or better. He saw the hand of God & chose the latter.

    FROM BITTER TO BETTER Exodus 1:11-14 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: Some things never change! 1. A supposed ancient manuscript was found that told extra details of what happened when Adam and Eve ate the fruit of the Tree of the Knowledge of Good & Evil. 2. When Adam bit the fruit he felt great ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    "patience, The Virtue That Carries A Lot Of Wait"

    Contributed by Robert Leroe on Oct 10, 2021
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     | 3,718 views

    In the musical Fiddler on the Roof, the persecuted Jewish villagers of Anatevka are forced to flee the Russian pogroms. Someone asked the Rabbi, “Wouldn’t this be a good time for the Messiah to come?” The Rabbi answered, “Yes, my son; meanwhile, let’s get packing!”

    In the musical Fiddler on the Roof, the persecuted Jewish villagers of Anatevka are forced to flee the Russian pogroms. Someone asked the Rabbi, “Wouldn’t this be a good time for the Messiah to come?” The Rabbi answered, “Yes, my son; meanwhile, let’s get packing!” In the Lord’s Prayer we pray: ...read more

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    Denomination: Congregational

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    Preparing Our Heart And Mind (Part 1) Series

    Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Dec 28, 2016
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     | 10,739 views

    The struggles we face as we journey with the Lord are varied and many. None are more difficult that the battles that rage within our minds. If we are to overcome spiritually, we must learn to win this battle from a biblical approach.

    Preparing our Heart and Mind (Part 1) Philippians 4: 4-9 As we walk this Christian journey, we face many challenges that we must overcome in order to obtain spiritual victory. While these challenges are many, coming from a variety of sources, none are greater than the battles we fight within our ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Part 2: What Love And What It Is Not Series

    Contributed by Derek Geldart on Oct 8, 2016
     | 11,270 views

    In 1 Corinthians 13:4-7 Paul defines what love is and what it is not.

    LOVE DEFINED 1 Corinthians 13:4-7 Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/?page_id=3567 If I speak in the tongues of men or of angels, but do not have love, I am only a resounding gong or a clanging cymbal. If I have the gift of prophecy and can fathom all mysteries and all knowledge, and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Thankful Heart

    Contributed by Mac Hammond on Aug 9, 2012
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     | 9,743 views

    Thankfulness is far more important to your experience of life than most people realize; it will revolutionize your relationship with God.

    1. A thankful heart is far more important to your experience of life than most people realize. Most folks know they should be thankful, but do not put a premium on proactively cultivating a thankful heart. 2. Psalm 50:5 says, “Gather my saints together unto me; those that have made a ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Things Aren’t Always What They Seem To Be

    Contributed by Craig Condon on Mar 25, 2015
     | 7,186 views

    We must make our brothers and sisters in Christ (as well as the lost) feel the real need to be a part of the worshipping community. If we are persecuted for our work, we can take comfort in the knowledge that in the end God will fashion eternity.

    Two gas company servicemen, a senior training supervisor and a young trainee, were out checking meters in a suburban neighborhood. They parked their truck at the end of the alley and worked their way to the other end. At the last house a woman looking out her kitchen window watched the two men as ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    In His Grip (April 2012).

    Contributed by John Williams Iii on Aug 14, 2020
     | 4,656 views

    There is no doubt that we are in good hands if we are in God's hands! To be in the hands of God is to be in the greatest hands of all because God who created us, also redeemed us, and holds both our present and our future!

    IN HIS GRIP Text: John 10:22 - 30 The Allstate Insurance Company has a captivating slogan that you have probably seen many times in TV commercials: “You're in good hands with Allstate”. (T. T. Crabtree. ed. The 2003 Zondervan Pastor's Annual. Harold T. Bryson. “You Are In ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Hope That Does Not Disappoint (May 26, 2013).

    Contributed by John Williams Iii on Aug 14, 2020
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,317 views

    We all need peace. We all need hope. Without faith in God, we lack both hope and peace. Without peace, we cannot persevere.

    HOPE THAT DOES NOT DISAPPOINT Text: Romans 5:1 -5 “A woman who lives far beyond her three score and ten years had been in the habit of having a birthday party every year. Her friends and relatives always remembered her with little gifts, which were usually in the form of ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

  • Senior Pastor Ndayiragije-Misigaro Joel avatar

    The Power Of Worship In Prayer Series

    Contributed by Senior Pastor Ndayiragije-Misigaro Joel on Jun 22, 2023
     | 3,050 views

    The Power of Worship in Prayer refers to the practice of using worship to connect with God and enhance the effectiveness of prayer. By focusing on God's greatness and expressing gratitude and adoration, worship can help us enter deeper intimacy with Him.

    The Power of Worship in Prayer Written by Senior Pastor Ndayiragije Misigaro Joel, June 22, 2023 “For from him, through him, and for him are all things. To him be the glory forever! Amen.” Romans 11:36 INTRODUCTION The Power of Worship in Prayer refers to the practice of using worship to ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Spiritual Life Series

    Contributed by Senior Pastor Ndayiragije-Misigaro Joel on Jul 12, 2023
     | 1,926 views

    Spiritual life means nurturing our connection with the divine and finding meaning in our existence beyond material possessions and worldly pursuits. It involves practicing the idea that our purpose extends beyond the physical realm and embracing the idea that a higher power is guiding us.

    SPIRITUAL LIFE Written by Senior Pastor Ndayiragije Misigaro Joel, July 12, 2023 "For those who are according to the flesh set their minds on the things of the flesh, but those who are according to the Spirit, the things of the Spirit." Romans 8:5 INTRODUCTION The significance of ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Be Strong And Courageous: Trusting In God's Promises Joshua 1:9 Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Mar 5, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,688 views

    In the journey of life, we often face daunting challenges and uncertainties that can cause us to fear and doubt. Yet, as believers, we are called to be strong and courageous, trusting in the promises of God. Today, we will explore Joshua 1:9 and discover how it empowers us to live boldly in faith.

    Be Strong and Courageous: Trusting in God's Promises Joshua 1:9 Introduction: In the journey of life, we often face daunting challenges and uncertainties that can cause us to fear and doubt. Yet, as believers, we are called to be strong and courageous, trusting in the promises of God. In ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal