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  • Daren Mitchell avatar

    Taking A Look At Faith

    Contributed by Daren Mitchell on Dec 8, 2012
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    When it comes to faith I believe in two things; God can and God cares. Why did the followers of Jesus mentioned in the Hebrew writers' description endure the horrific treatment of persecution? Why did they keep their faith in Jesus as the Son of God eve

    Last week we took a look at failure. We discussed that God’s love is unconditional. He doesn't remove love because of your failure or give you some love when you succeed. He loves you because He made you. Paul made his case that even with his failures; God was using Him to unleash His power ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • C. Philip Green avatar

    The Path To Harmony Series

    Contributed by C. Philip Green on Mar 22, 2012
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     | 9,996 views

    If we want to live in harmony, we must put on love, put up peace, put in truth, and put forth Christ

    Just this last week, I came across a few lessons that humor columnist Dave Barry says took him 50 years to learn. 1) Never, under any circumstances, take a sleeping pill and a laxative on the same night. 2) If you had to identify, in one word, the reason why the human race has not achieved, and ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

  • Olusola Oyewole avatar

    Praises That Bring Great Results Series

    Contributed by Olusola Oyewole on Feb 8, 2020
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    There is power in praises

    “I will bless the Lord at all times; His praises shall continually be in my mouth” – Psalm 34 vs 1. “And when they began to sing and to praise, the Lord set ambushments against the children of Ammon, Moab, and Mount Seir, which were come against Judah and they were smitten” – 2 Chronicles 20 vs ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Sunitha Justin avatar

    Increase Our Faith

    Contributed by Sunitha Justin on Jul 8, 2019
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     | 39,212 views

    Whether it’s deep-rooted habits in your life that refuses to move, whether is mountain-like problems that your facing that you cannot move or you are having a challenge so great like planting something where there is no soil, God says, your faith is enough to solve those problems.

    There are several kinds of prayers that we find in the Bible. Long prayers, short prayers. three-word This afternoon I want to particularly turn your attention to one prayer that the disciples made. The prayer has profound significance. The prayer and the answer to that prayer probably impacted ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

  • John Gullick avatar

    The Basis Of Christian Fellowship Series

    Contributed by John Gullick on Apr 11, 2002
    based on 19 ratings
     | 6,887 views

    A sermon that explores unique componants of christian fellowship

    Friendships/ What are they based on. Some years ago I went out to dinner with some Christian friends - in fact a lot of Christian friends - it was a great night one that will stand in our memories probably for the rest of our lives. I have vivid memories of laughter and happiness - jokes and ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Gary Bennett avatar

    Confidence In God

    Contributed by Gary Bennett on Feb 24, 2003
    based on 47 ratings
     | 7,317 views

    Paul’s prayer in Ephesians 3 should be the first thing we pray for each other and ourselves - that the Holy Spirit would strengthen and empower us to understand the vast extent of the love of Christ for us, and to know that love for ourselves.

    ASPIRATIONS One of the new phrases dotting the political landscape of late has been the one "aspirational voters". As we come up to a State election, I’m sure we will hear that phrase many times from both sides of the political divide (which is itself a very narrow, very low outcrop of shifting ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Together We Are Making A Difference

    Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Oct 26, 2001
    based on 41 ratings
     | 7,508 views

    This sermon was preached on the 8th month anniversary of our new church.

    Together We Are Making A Difference NLF 10/28/2001 Isaiah 6:1-8 John 3:16-21 Rick In every church, God places a key component that’s critical to its success. The success of New Life Fellowship Church is found gathered in this room. Our key component is the willingness to work together ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Eston Williams avatar

    Humility

    Contributed by Eston Williams on Feb 3, 2006
    based on 13 ratings
     | 21,261 views

    Jesus shows us that humility comes from strength rather than weakness, from confidence, not insecurity.

    Matthew 18: 1-4; “1At that time the disciples came to Jesus and asked, "Who is the greatest in the kingdom of heaven?" 2He called a little child and had him stand among them. 3And he said: "I tell you the truth, unless you change and become like little children, you will never enter the kingdom ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Sherm Nichols avatar

    Preparing The Way For The Lord Series

    Contributed by Sherm Nichols on Dec 31, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,531 views

    People are best prepared to receive Jesus when His servants are helping them to prepare

    Last month, we paused to honor our graduates here. For each one of those young men and women, there are some stories of moms and dads giving each other high fives, lots of smiles, lots of sharing of joy. A lot of teachers had a hand in that diploma. We have many of you in our congregation. ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Rick Duncan avatar

    Planned For God's Pleasure Series

    Contributed by Rick Duncan on Aug 24, 2005
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,601 views

    Someone said, “There are two great days in a person’s life -- the day we are born and the day we discover why.”

    On August 22nd, US Olympian Matt Emmons fired his final shot in the 50-meter three-position rifle competition. Emmons was leading by three points and needed only to get near the bull’s-eye to win the gold medal. He fired, but the automatic scoring system didn’t register any points. At first, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Mike Fogerson avatar

    Forgotten Love

    Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Sep 11, 2013
     | 5,721 views

    50 years have passed since Israel had returned from Babylonian exile.Walls repaired, Temple rebuilt, nation restored. Nation was hurting and needing a fresh word from God. They had forgotten their first love.

    “A Shining Glimmer of Hope at the End of The Age Series” Malachi Expository 12-Part Series “Forgotten Love” Malachi 1.2-5 2 of 12 June 30, 2013 Chester FBC Dr. Mike Fogerson, Speaker Introduction A Malachi 1:2-5 (NASB) 2 "I have loved you," says the LORD. But ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • C. Philip Green avatar

    A Good Fight Series

    Contributed by C. Philip Green on May 27, 2010
    based on 7 ratings
     | 23,841 views

    We fight the good fight against those forces that would destroy our fellowship with gratitude, humility and faith.

    Ruth Bell Graham tells this story about her son Franklin: Franklin was sleeping on the front porch with his cowboy boots and toy gun. We were having problems with some polecats (skunks), and Franklin told me not to worry because he had a gun. “Franklin, it’s just a toy gun,” I said. “That’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

  • Andy Flowers avatar

    Contentment Series

    Contributed by Andy Flowers on Nov 20, 2009
    based on 10 ratings
     | 24,096 views

    Thanksgiving is impossible without contentment.

    Title- Contentment Text- Philippians 4:11-13 Philippians 4:10-13 10 But I rejoiced in the Lord greatly, that now at last you have revived your concern for me; indeed, you were concerned before, but you lacked opportunity. 11 Not that I speak from want, for I have learned to be content in ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jeff Taylor avatar

    How To Have Victory In The New Year

    Contributed by Jeff Taylor on Jan 2, 2023
    based on 2 ratings
     | 5,199 views

    It is God's will for us to live victoriously in this New Year, and we can! We can live without hopelessness, fear, and utter frustration in the New Year before us if we are committed to Christ and confident of all His promises to us.

    It is God's will for us to live victoriously in this New Year, and we can! We can live without hopelessness, fear, and utter frustration in the New Year before us if we are committed to Christ and confident of all His promises to us. To live in victory in we need to follow God’s plan for us, ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Chuck Sligh avatar

    One Anothers #1: Members Of One Another Series

    Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Aug 17, 2019
    based on 4 ratings
     | 11,090 views

    Paul compares the Church, as well as churches individually, to a body. A body is composed of many parts, each with an important role. This is the first sermon in The One Anothers: God's "Body Builders" and reminders that each of us has an important role in Christ's Body.

    Members of One Another Series: The One Anothers: The Church’s “Body Builders” Chuck Sligh April 24, 2022 BLURB: NOTE: A PowerPoint presentation is available for this sermon by request at chucksligh@hotmail.com. Please mention the title of the sermon and the Bible text to help me find the sermon ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist