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  • D. Dewaine Phillips avatar

    A Thorn In The Flesh

    Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Feb 17, 2022
    based on 2 ratings
     | 6,211 views

    We know that God is able to heal, but sometimes we aren’t healed. This message looks at one possible reason why, as we examine an illness that the apostle Paul wrestled with for most of his Christian life - his "thorn in the flesh."

    This evening we are going to look at a passage of Scripture that is related to the subject matter of healing. In the Scripture we discover that our God is a God of healing. He says in Exodus 15:26, “I am the Lord who heals you.” We also read that Jesus Christ, God’s Son, heals us as well, for ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Rick Gillespie- Mobley avatar

    What's Needed In The Next 5 Years

    Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Sep 13, 2018
     | 7,314 views

    This sermon deals with the church's 5th year anniversary, but instead of casting a vision of what the church should do, the focus is on what the church should become.

    What's Needed In The Next Five Years? September 9, 2018 Numbers 13:26-33 Acts 16: 6-10 It was five years ago today that we came together to merge Glenville New Life Community Church together with Calvary Presbyterian Church to give birth to New Life At Calvary. Two weeks ago Pastor ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Larry Turner avatar

    Tighten Up Your Belt Series

    Contributed by Larry Turner on Oct 8, 2015
     | 9,034 views

    Of all the metal armor pieces as described by Paul, he begins with a belt made of leather. The reason is because it's the most important part of the armor. Without it, the armor falls apart.

    As you may recall when Paul wrote Ephesians, he was in prison in Rome. He had been arrested after the fire that almost destroyed the city. Nero blamed the fire on the Christians. Paul, being one the most influential leaders, was handcuffed constantly to a Roman guard. As Paul analyzed the ...read more

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    Denomination: Foursquare

  • Otis McMillan avatar

    The Key To Maximizing Your Ministry Is Wisdom

    Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on May 4, 2022
     | 3,408 views

    Have you ever thought about your full potential? What does it take to maximize your potential in Ministry? Human beings are created by God, in his image to fulfill our god given purpose. Jesus came that we might live life to the fullest measure.

    Sermon The Key to Maximizing Your Ministry Proverbs 30:24-28 “There are four things on earth That are small but unusually wise: 25 Ants—they aren’t strong, but they store up food all summer. 26 Rock Badger—they aren’t powerful, but they make their homes among the rocks. 27 Locusts—they have no ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Dennis Lee avatar

    Developing Vision For Life

    Contributed by Dennis Lee on Jan 5, 2026
    based on 1 rating
     | 316 views

    A Holy Spirit-inspired vision generates its own energy and energizes people’s hearts, minds, and bodies in a positive direction. Some have likened vision to a match that sets people’s hearts ablaze, moving them to action. We’ll explore how to develop such a vision for our lives.

    “Developing Vision for Life” Proverbs 23:7 Watch on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KtNhdMAPtWw As human beings, we all possess an incredible imagination. Here’s a fact I didn’t know. Our eyes take in four (4) million bytes of information every second, and the moment we see ...read more

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    Denomination: Foursquare

  • Dean Courtier avatar

    Go! And Be Transformed, Trust, And Surrender: A Call To Live Fully For Christ Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Mar 5, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,203 views

    Christians around the world use Lent as a time to remember the journey of Jesus toward the cross, and as an opportunity to examine their own walk with Jesus. Consider three crucial aspects of our faith journey — transformation, trust, and surrender.

    Go! and Be Transformed, Trust, and Surrender: A Call to Live Fully for Christ LENT is meant to be a period of reflection, repentance and preparation. Christians around the world use Lent as a time to remember the journey of Jesus toward the cross, and as an opportunity to examine their own ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Carl Willis avatar

    Cosnecrate Yourselves

    Contributed by Carl Willis on Apr 14, 2001
    based on 24 ratings
     | 4,701 views

    We are called to consecrate ourselves, becaue the Lord is going to do amazing things amongst us.

    Consecrate Yourselves Joshua 3:5 2 Cor. 7:1 I. What is consecration A. Devoting of one’s self 1. Honor the Lord - Seek those things that glorify Him a. Words - Titus 2:8 b. Actions - John 3:21 c. Praise - testimony of praise 2. Become imitators of Christ - 2 Cor. 3:18 a. ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    How To Approach Problematic Preaching Pardoxs

    Contributed by Michael Blankenship on May 14, 2001
    based on 49 ratings
     | 2,280 views

    Peter needed to clear aaway all things that distracted his view of Christ. When we put Christ First there are countless blessings that will come.

    First Baptist Church 545 South Main Street Jellico, Tennessee. 37762 Bro. Michael Blankenship www.jfb.faithsite.com/default.asp May 14, 2001 "Peter put all of them outside, and then he knelt down andprayed. He turned to the body and said, ’Tabitha, get up.’ Then she opened her eyes, and seeing ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Darrell Tomasek avatar

    You Can't Make It, Stop Trying! Series

    Contributed by Darrell Tomasek on Sep 10, 2005
    based on 5 ratings
     | 4,146 views

    This sermon explores our absolute dependance upon God for our salvation.

    You Can’t Make It, Stop Trying! Galatians 2: 11-21 1. It is impossible for you to live a life worthy of our Lord’s favor (15-17). A. It seems that we so often think that if we are just good enough God will love us. B. You cannot be justified by anything you do (obeying the law). C. The ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dr. Ronald Shultz avatar

    Are You Flowing?

    Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Jun 25, 2013
     | 5,019 views

    People are dying of thirst. Are you flowing or is there a dam?

    John 7:37-39 37 In the last day, that great day of the feast, Jesus stood and cried, saying, If any man thirst, let him come unto me, and drink. 38 He that believeth on me, as the scripture hath said, out of his belly shall flow rivers of living water. 39(But this spake he of the Spirit, which ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jim Butcher avatar

    What Does The Bible Say About Drinking? Series

    Contributed by Jim Butcher on Jul 3, 2015
     | 4,121 views

    A balanced look at the verses on drinking with an emphasis on our freedom in Christ.

    A STARTING POINT: We all know that Baptists are generally teetotalers, but what does the Bible actually teach? THE DANGERS OF DRINKING: 1. The Bible says that excessive drinking is foolish. - Proverbs 20:1; Proverbs 23:20-21, 31-35; Isaiah 5:11; Isaiah 28:1; Luke 21:34; Romans 13:13; 1 ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • John McCormack avatar

    Ruth

    Contributed by John Mccormack on Aug 11, 2015
     | 7,099 views

    BOAZ WAS A TYPE OF JESUS CHRIST.

    RUTH OBSERVATION: THE BOOK OF RUTH FOCUSES LARGELY ON A RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN RUTH. A MOABITE AND BOAZ A WEALTHY JEWISH LAND OWNER. MANY JEWS CREDIT SAMUEL FOR THE WRITING AROUND 1,000 B.C. INTERPRETATION: READ RUTH 1:16 (NASB) BUT RUTH SAID, “ DO NOT URGE ME TO LEAVE YOU OR TURN BACK ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Paul Fritz avatar

    How To Manage Cross-Cultural Ministries

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Aug 11, 2001
    based on 5 ratings
     | 3,861 views

    Pastor David’s problem comes from the difference of world view assumption he has on leadership from most western style management books. First, let us examine some of the critical differences between Western and non-western assumptions about administratio

    HOW TO SUCCESSFULLY MANAGE YOUR CROSS -CULTURAL MINISTRIES Introduction - Imagine Pastor David who loves his youth, successfully leads many young people to Christ, but struggles to know how to administrate his ministry. He knows his Biblical imperatives for youth ministry. He has successfully ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Paul Fritz avatar

    How God Can Use Innovators

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 19, 2001
    based on 19 ratings
     | 2,968 views

    In this passage we learn a lot about innovation from the courage of Cornelius, the founder of the first Gentile house church.

    How God Uses Innovators (Acts 10:1-8) 1. Today we hear a lot about innovators who start up their own dot-com businesses. Even though many of these innovators may not enjoy success, they are learning from their efforts. Many innovators are not afraid to fail because they believe in the importance ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Paul Fritz avatar

    The Power Of Prudence

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 14 ratings
     | 8,034 views

    1. While imitating former President George Bush, the Saturday Night Live comedian Dana Carvey used a phrase that made him famous, "Wouldnât be prudent!" Instead of becoming resentful of Carvey, the President used prudence to invite Dana Carvey and his wife to the white house where the two men becam

    1. While imitating former President George Bush, the Saturday Night Live comedian Dana Carvey used a phrase that made him famous, "Wouldnât be prudent!" Instead of becoming resentful of Carvey, the President used prudence to invite Dana Carvey and his wife to the white house where the two men ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational