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  • Tim Smith avatar

    Entitlement Series

    Contributed by Tim Smith on Jun 16, 2013
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     | 12,297 views

    Entitlement is when people feel that the world owes them something without having to do anything to earn it. We llok at entitlement in our culture and then see what Scripture has to say about it

    Entitlement James 4:1-3 and 2 Thessalonians 3:6-12 In his commencement speech to the Wellesley High School Class of 2012, English teacher David McCullough delivered some sobering words: “None of you is special. You are not special. You are not exceptional.” He called the graduating ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Tempting Proposition

    Contributed by Johnny Wilson on Aug 31, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,216 views

    Convincing teenagers that temptation is a no-win proposition is hard to do, but this oft-neglected passage from Isaiah offers insight.

    In the Broadway musical, “Guys and Dolls,” there is a line where Sky Masterton (the Marlon Brando role in the film version) shares some advice that his father gave him. Sky is a gambler and the entire play revolves around a certain bet that he makes which pays off in a way he isn’t expecting. But I ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    A Full Life

    Contributed by C. Philip Green on Jan 31, 2019
    based on 1 rating
     | 8,514 views

    To live a full life, follow the Lord fully with full faith in Him.

    Jill Briscoe offers a very interesting look at the way things have changed, especially with people my age or older. In the dim and distant past When life's tempo wasn't fast, Grandma used to rock and knit, Crochet, tat, and baby-sit. When the kids were in a jam, They could always count on ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    A New Hearing For Jesus Series

    Contributed by David Flowers on May 4, 2008
    based on 2 ratings
     | 2,744 views

    Part 1 of a 13 week series Hearing Jesus Again. The purpose of today’s message is to show you how Jesus’ message is commonly misunderstood and to give you a framework for hearing it properly.

    A New Hearing for Jesus Part 1 in series Hearing Jesus Again Wildwind Community Church David Flowers May 3, 2008 Have you ever wondered how the world would be different if Jesus had been a coconut? I mean, what if the person that he was, instead of being the Son of God, the founder of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Free Methodist

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    Accentuate The Positive Series

    Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Mar 7, 2013
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     | 13,786 views

    Prudent, accurate, honest, sensitive communication is a major theme threaded through Proverbs. This emphasis is mandated because words & actions are the way we relate to one another. Basically, we need to accentuate the positive & eliminate the negative.

    PROVERBS 25: 11-18 ACCENTUATE THE POSITIVE Prudent, accurate, honest, sensitive communication is a major theme threaded through Proverbs [e.g. chapters 15 and 18]. This emphasis is mandated because words and actions are the way we relate to one another. Basically, we need to accentuate the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Apostle Dr. Ruben L. Broadnax Jr. avatar

    Spiritual Fatherhood Series

    Contributed by Apostle Dr. Ruben L. Broadnax Jr. on Oct 25, 2024
    based on 2 ratings
     | 1,533 views

    "This sermon explores the importance of spiritual fatherhood in the Kingdom, emphasizing the impact of a father’s guidance on spiritual and financial well-being. It highlights the biblical foundation for spiritual fatherhood and its connection to aligning with God’s financial principles."

    Introduction In the spiritual journey, God’s design for His people is not to walk in isolation, but to thrive in the context of family—a spiritual family where guidance, mentorship, and accountability are not just beneficial but essential for growth. The concept of spiritual fatherhood is central ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    Called To Freedom

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Jul 4, 2010
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     | 7,294 views

    The message explores some of the implications of our freedom in Christ, encouraging believers to walk as free people.

    “For freedom Christ has set us free; stand firm therefore, and do not submit again to a yoke of slavery. “Look: I, Paul, say to you that if you accept circumcision, Christ will be of no advantage to you. I testify again to every man who accepts circumcision that he is obligated to keep the whole ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Choices That We Make

    Contributed by Manny Salva Cruz on Jul 28, 2014
    based on 4 ratings
     | 13,235 views

    Life is full of choices. Our choices will affect our future destiny. We must learn to make the right choices with regards to the people we associate and with our duties before God and family.

    THE CHOICES WE MAKE We are now in Genesis 38. This is the story of Judah and Tamar. Not too many preachers talk about this chapter because this is like a parenthesis from the story of Joseph. One whole chapter devoted about the life and sin of Judah while Joseph was sold to Potiphar in Egypt. In ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    Godlessness In The Last Days Series

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Oct 21, 2022
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,739 views

    2 Timothy 3:1-9 shows us how to identify false teachers.

    Introduction In the Disney animated classic Alice in Wonderland, Alice wanders through a frustrating world of tardy rabbits, singing flowers, and one curious-talking cat. Her visit with the cat begins as she continues down a mysterious darkened trail and stops at a large tree. The tree is covered ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    A Red Letter Day For You

    Contributed by Douglas Phillips on Aug 28, 2001
    based on 29 ratings
     | 6,727 views

    Special days are marked in red on many calendars. On God’s calendar it is a red letter day when a sinner accepts the Lord. It could also be a tragic day, as the Day of the Lord also refers to a time of judgment

    A RED LETTER DAY FOR YOU AMOS 5:18 - 27 Scripture Reading: Amos 5:18-27 Responsive Reading: Joshus 7:1-26 Introduction: One of the things that we all have in common are special days. People of alll ages, all cultures, and nationalities have them. Special days are as individual as those who ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Freddy Fritz avatar

    Truth-Telling: Key To Authentic Relationships Series

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Feb 8, 2006
    based on 14 ratings
     | 6,618 views

    In James’ day, as in ours, people revered the idea of truth in principle but in practice it was blatantly disregarded. In James 5:12 he makes a special point to address this issue of being truthful.

    Scripture In a Reader’s Digest survey of 2,624 readers in January 2004 we read about the percentage of those who said they had: 1. Switched price tags to get a lower price: 12% 2. Cheated on their tax return: 17% 3. Misstated facts on a resume/job application: 18% 4. Lied to their spouse about ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    The Act Of Marriage Series

    Contributed by Harold Hansen on Jan 7, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,099 views

    Lesson 5 on the home

    LESSON 5 THE ACT OF MARRIAGE Genesis 2:24 Therefore shall a man leave his father and his mother, and shall cleave unto his wife: and they shall be one flesh. Today’s lesson covers an extremely important aspect of marriage. “Sex ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Great Is Thy Faithfulness Series

    Contributed by David Welch on May 12, 2015
     | 20,781 views

    message twenty in a series on the attributes of God with a continuing focus on God's faithfulness.

    Knowing God Series #19 “Our Faithful God” Review I. The nature of God II. The Attributes of God A. God is infinitely GREAT in His ability / capacity B. God is infinitely and perfectly PURE in His morality and judgments C. God is infinitely GOOD in His relationships ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

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    0808 Trinity Viii: False Prophets And The Three Confessions Series

    Contributed by Mark Woolsey on Jul 29, 2007
    based on 5 ratings
     | 2,940 views

    The role of the prophet today and how to discern between true & false ones.

    Sermon: False Prophets and the Three Confessions Text: Matt 7:15-21-23 & Ro 8:12-17 Occasion: Trinity VIII Who: Mark Woolsey Where: Providence REC When: Sunday, July 29, 2007 May the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart be acceptable in Thy sight, O Lord, my strength and my redeemer. ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

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    The Dangerous Anointing Series

    Contributed by John Oscar on Apr 6, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,515 views

    Looking at Daniel in the lion's den, and how God's calling on a person comes with an anointing that causes others to react to you, often negatively.

    The Dangerous Anointing Book of Daniel Series CCCAG 4-6-25 Text: Daniel 6 Introduction We are going to start this morning with a quiz. How many people remember what these commercial taglines represent, and I will be dating myself a bit here. “The few, the proud, the….”? “It’s not just a job, it’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God