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  • Jeff Pearce avatar

    Influential Faith

    Contributed by Jeff Pearce on Aug 12, 2012
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    we all have influence.

    Hebrews 11:23-29 Influential faith Intro: everyone has influence 1: think of yourselves a) each person has influence on another person b) parents have influence on their children c) good and bad d) The most influential people in the world are not senators or congressmen, or pro athletes or ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    From Bitter And Better I Series

    Contributed by Jeremy Poling on Apr 21, 2012
     | 6,302 views

    Trouble will make you better if you do not allow it to make you bitter.

    From Bitter And Better Exodus 1:11-14 11 Therefore they did set over them taskmasters to afflict them with their burdens. And they built for Pharaoh treasure cities, Pithom and Raamses. 12 But the more they afflicted them, the more they multiplied and grew. And they were grieved because of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Transformation Series

    Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Mar 3, 2009
     | 6,899 views

    Our relationship with Jesus transforms us from being in love with ourselves to loving ourselves and others.

    Hebrews 12:1-3 “Transformation” INTRODUCTION Transformation happens all around us. A caterpillar morphs into a butterfly. Dieting and exercise can transform out-of-shape flab into a lean, mean muscle machine. A shy, gangly teenager grows up to be a competent professional, an astronaut, or ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Some People Never Learn

    Contributed by Shawn Rose on May 19, 2009
    based on 8 ratings
     | 6,610 views

    The book of Judges describes a pattern of sin, servitude, supplication, salvation, and silence that worsens each time it appears.

    SOME PEOPLE NEVER LEARN Text: Judges 2:11 – 19 Introduction: · Tim’s story Tim was a likeable guy in his 20’s. He had a good job at a business office, a lovely wife, and three adorable kids. Things went well for Tim for several years, but one night at an office party, a coworker talked Tim ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The White Stone

    Contributed by Antonio Silveira on Jan 9, 2011
    based on 9 ratings
     | 14,310 views

    God promised you Revelation 2:17 He who has an ear, let him hear what the Spirit says to the churches. To him who overcomes, I will give some of the hidden manna. I will also give him a white stone with a new name written on it, known only to him who rec

    Revelation 2:17 He who has an ear, let him hear what the Spirit says to the churches. To him who overcomes, I will give some of the hidden manna. I will also give him a white stone with a new name written on it, known only to him who receives it. The White Stone had a special meaning in Ancient ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Revelation, And God’s Church Pt.1

    Contributed by Howard Strickland on Nov 2, 2011
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    Pergamos lit. means “citadel” and is the word from where we get the word parchment. This was a writing material made from animals and was first developed in that area.

    Revelation, and God’s Church Revelation 2:12-17NKJ 12 “And to the angel of the church in Pergamos write, ‘These things says He who has the sharp two-edged sword: 13 “I know your works, and where you dwell, where Satan’s throne is. And you hold fast to My ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Tempted And Tried. (Hix)

    Contributed by Jimmy Haile on Oct 7, 2011
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    We are almost like the sign i seen...Don't lead me not into temptation, because I know a short cut. Let's learn from Jesus how to fight temptation.

    The Full Fly A fly was buzzing along one morning when he saw a lawn mower someone had left out in their front yard. He flew over and sat on the handle, watching the children going down the sidewalk on their way to school. But one little boy tripped on a crack and fell, spilling his lunch on the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Hezekiah's Hat Trick Series

    Contributed by Dan Cale on Sep 15, 2009
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     | 7,048 views

    Pt 7 deals with Hezekiah’s ability to follow God and find success in "everything he did."

    The Secrets to Successful Living Pt 7 – Hezekiah’s Hat Trick 2 Kings 18:1-8 As we bring this series on successful Christian living to a close today, we’ve talked about idea’s of changing our measure of success, keeping Christ central to life, Boundaries and Balance, simplifying life, living a ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    8 Ways To Help- When You’re In Overload

    Contributed by Howard Strickland on Apr 21, 2013
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     | 5,406 views

    What is stress? Before a violin (or any stringed instrument) can produce music, stress must be put on the strings. But pull them too tightly and they’ll snap. (The same is true with you.)

    8 Ways to Help- When You’re In Overload Matthew 6:32-34NKJ What is stress?
Stress is when you wake up screaming and you realize you haven't fallen asleep yet. I saw a book titled "Anxiety and Depression For Dummies" ... Not sure it's the brightest idea to label someone looking for ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    I Will Not Bow Series

    Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Dec 21, 2020
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     | 3,793 views

    In his final letter, Paul gives his "son in the faith" Timothy a series of charges to ensure that his ministry in Ephesus will be firmly grounded on Jesus Christ and to never bow to the pressures brought on by the world.

    My calling to the Lord's service occurred at the same time I gave my life to Him in December of 1975 while I was in high school. Like a lot of new believers, I was ready to share my newfound faith with anybody who would stop to pay attention. I wish I could tell you that my journey with the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Letting Go Specifics Series

    Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Mar 2, 2020
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     | 2,585 views

    Letting go is an informal process, not a science; nonetheless, it is helpful to grasp two concepts about this matter.

    Letting Go Specifics 1. Two weeks ago, I tried to prove to you that the Bible teaches forgiveness is conditional, requiring repentance on the offender’s part. We forgive as God forgives. 2. We saw that forgiveness is a continuum. In some cases, forgiveness in the fullest sense – relating as ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Jacob Turned Israel Series

    Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Mar 3, 2019
     | 4,946 views

    Jacob though he was very worldly and started his life as a selfish and deceptive man, learned quickly to become a very diligent man.

    Theme: Jacob turned Israel Text: Genesis 33:1-11 Joke: A man was celebrating his 100th birthday and everybody complimented him on how athletic and well-preserved he appeared. "Gentlemen, I will tell you the secret of my success," he cackled. "I have been in the open-air day after ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Setting The Stage Series

    Contributed by Donald Mcculley on Mar 18, 2019
     | 3,717 views

    In order to understand Paul’s correspondence we need to comprehend the setting

    An Introduction to the Study On I & II Corinthians The letters of I & II Corinthians provide great insight for the modern day church. Down through my years of ministry I have preached from these two books on several occasions. At times I have done a series of sermons. Other times I ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jerry Owen avatar

    What God Taught Me About Himself Through Rudolph

    Contributed by Jerry Owen on Dec 21, 2017
    based on 3 ratings
     | 5,711 views

    Christmas sermon looking at the song "Rudolph" and applying his experiences to our lives and understanding how God loves us, how He invites us to join His work, and how He desires to bless us.

    WHAT God Taught Me about Himself through Rudolph It seems I had heard the song "Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer a dozen times one day at work this past week. If you listen to the song, you can see that we have a lot in common with Rudolph. Sometimes we feel unloved, sometimes left out, and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    I Know A Secret

    Contributed by Jerry Shirley on May 2, 2013
    based on 14 ratings
     | 8,965 views

    Paul reveals the mystery: "A divine, sacred secret that is hidden in the heart of God, and cannot be understood unless God chooses to reveal it to man." Link included to formatted text, audio, PowerPoint.

    I Know a Secret Ephesians 3:1-13 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/130505pm.mp3 "Paul, you keep calling yourself a prisoner of Jesus and this is confusing to us," said the Ephesians. Is it confusing to you as well? Of course, he was literally a prisoner in many jails and prison cells, and yet he ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist