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  • James Jackson avatar

    Pray With Persistence. Or Impudence. Or Shameless Audacity. Whatever. Series

    Contributed by James Jackson on Jan 13, 2020
     | 9,503 views

    In two parables with the same storyline, Jesus taught us to keep praying and never give up.

    Good morning. As we continue our series on the power of prayer, we are going to look at two of Jesus’ parables on prayer. They are both in Luke, and they are separated by just a few chapters. So please turn to Luke 11, but be ready to flip to Luke 18. There’s a supposedly true story of a country ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    David And Abigail -- Part 2 Series

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Oct 4, 2019
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     | 8,279 views

    First Samuel 25:32-44 shows us that vengeance belongs to the Lord.

    Scripture Last time we learned how David wanted to kill Nabal because Nabal had rudely rebuffed David’s request for food. The Lord providentially intervened by sending Nabal’s “discerning and beautiful” wife Abigail to prevent David from carrying out his murderous intent. In today’s lesson, we ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    The Virgin Birth Series

    Contributed by Brian Bill on Dec 25, 2015
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     | 12,066 views

    At the cradle we see that Jesus is with us. At the cross we see that He is for us.

    The Virgin Birth Rev. Brian Bill December 24, 2015 The website Statistic Brain has tracked each year’s “must-have Christmas gift” for the past few decades. Here are a few highlights, or lowlights: • 1983 – Cabbage Patch Kids • 1985 – Pound ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    I Will Be Self-Disciplined Series

    Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Mar 16, 2015
     | 5,557 views

    A sermon to encourage the development of self-control.

    "Relaunch 2015" pt. 9 - I Will Be Self-disciplined Galatians 5:22-23 Galatians 5:22 But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, gentleness, goodness, faith, 23 Meekness, temperance: against such there is no law. Introduction: I want to welcome you this morning to part 9 ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Keep Running The Race Series

    Contributed by David Welch on Apr 30, 2018
     | 6,992 views

    Message 11 from Philippians

    "Keep Running the Race” Paul’s letter to the Philippians offers some key elements to “Maintaining the Joy of the Lord No Matter What”. I. ADOPT THE RIGHT AXIS -- SUPERIOR PERSPECTIVE The Exaltation of Christ in Everything Passion to Praise Jesus II. MAINTAIN THE RIGHT ATTITUDE -- SUPERIOR PATTERN ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

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    The Father Who Wouldn't Stop Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Sep 16, 2018
    based on 3 ratings
     | 11,406 views

    Over a 100 times in the Gospels Jesus spoke of our God as a Father. What does this idea of God being our Father mean to us, and what difference would that make for our lives?

    OPENING: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_r7AJ8-coTk (time stamp: 0.0 to 2:42) In this sermon series we’ve been using the popular TV series “This Is Us” as the foundation of the sermons we’re preaching this month. Beginning its 3rd season, “This Is Us” has been nominated for 7 Emmys and has won ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Love Is Not Rude!

    Contributed by Melvin Newland on Sep 18, 2018
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     | 12,138 views

    This characteristic of love appears to be rather out-of-date. I mean, we are living in a world that is torn apart by all kinds of hatreds, national conflicts, racial strife, class warfare, & even religious hostility. Yet Paul says, "Love is not rude."

    MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK TEXT: 1 Corinthians 13:4-8; Luke 7:36-50 A. As most of you realize, during the last 2 weeks I have based my messages on Paul's description of love found in 1 Corinthians 13:4-8a ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Mother's Day 2014

    Contributed by Scott Bayles on Oct 22, 2014
     | 12,996 views

    This Mother's Day sermon spotlights Hannah--her problems, her prayer, and her promise. It also includes a baby dedication ceremony built into the sermon.

    Mother’s Day 2014: Hannah Scott Bayles, pastor Blooming Grove Christian Church: 5/11/2014 Have you found the perfect Mother’s Day present yet? If not, let me make a recommendation. In the Bible, in the book of Exodus, God gave us commandments for how we should live, how we should act ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    Signs Of A Healthy Church

    Contributed by Ken Pell on Nov 2, 2014
    based on 1 rating
     | 8,384 views

    Four transferable principles from the human body to the Body of Christ.

    A 20/20 VISION FOR THE YEAR 2020: SIGNS OF HEALTHY CHURCH 1 CORINTHIANS 12:12-27 INTRO: What is a healthy church? • How can you tell one when you see it? • How does it look different from other churches? • How does it act differently from other churches? We used social media ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    Give Thanks To The Lord

    Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Aug 13, 2014
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     | 5,382 views

    To show that the LORD deserves all the thanksgiving this world can offer, and it's not enough because of His Goodness, Mercy, Loving-kindness that endures forever.

    I. EXORDIUM Are you thankful to the LORD? Yes. Then turn it into praises. II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that the LORD deserves all the thanksgiving this world can offer, and it's not enough because of His Goodness, Mercy, Loving-kindness that endures forever. IV. ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Abide

    Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Mar 14, 2014
    based on 9 ratings
     | 23,297 views

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    Abide John 15:1-8 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/Abide.html 3 elements: The Vine, the branches, and the fruit. Jesus has just warned His followers that He is leaving, but that He will send His Spirit in His place. He will be up in heaven, but will send down a life line, a way to remain ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Playing By The Rules Series

    Contributed by Curry Pikkaart on Nov 2, 2013
     | 7,752 views

    the topic of spiritual disciplines doesn't excite many people. Yet if you've ever been worn out, ready to quit, they might just be for you.

    “Connected: Playing by the Rules” Is. 30:15-22; Daniel 6:1-16; Matt. 11:28-30 If I had told you last Sunday that this morning we would focus on spiritual disciplines, I doubt I would have seen many of you doing cartwheels or standing and applauding. The concept just doesn’t have ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Why Did God Punish Sodom And Gomorrah?

    Contributed by Spencer Miller on May 1, 2013
    based on 8 ratings
     | 28,541 views

    “If God doesn’t punish America, He’ll have to apologize to Sodom and Gomorrah.” -Ruth Graham

    The following is from a letter by Billy Graham posted on the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association website: “Some years ago, my wife, Ruth, was reading the draft of a book I was writing. When she finished a section describing the terrible downward spiral of our nation’s moral standards and the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Losing My Religion Series

    Contributed by Ken Pell on Mar 2, 2013
     | 6,825 views

    God is head over heels in love with you!

    LOSING MY RELIGION An Introduction to the Sermon Series, “The Misunderstood God**” 1 Corinthians 13:4-8 Big Idea: God is head over heels in love with you! INTRO: In a few minutes we will be reading from 1 Corinthians 13. But, may I ask you a few questions first? • How many ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    Doing The Right Thing The Wrong Way Part 2 Series

    Contributed by David Diyanni on Oct 9, 2014
    based on 1 rating
     | 12,445 views

    Today we shall be looking at two men who built a house, one did it the wrong way and one did it the right way. We are going to start in the gospel of Matthew.

    Doing the right thing the wrong way Pt 2 Two men who built houses Introduction A. We are continuing our sermon series on “Doing the right thing the wrong way.” The Bible is full of stories where two people do the same thing, but one does it the right way the other does it the wrong ...read more

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    Denomination: Vineyard