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  • Pastor/Author: Terry Sisney avatar

    Positioned For Blessings

    Contributed by Pastor/Author: Terry Sisney on Oct 12, 2009
    based on 272 ratings
     | 101,485 views

    There are blessings that are waiting on us, but we have to get in position to receive them.

    *There was famine in the Land besides the first famine in Abraham�s day Famine = Trouble, difficulty, hardship, trials ( Everyone will be tested). It�s not will hard times come, but how will we respond to them? We cannot control what comes our way in life, but how we respond to it will ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Cost Of Discipleship

    Contributed by Michael Koplitz on Jan 29, 2026
     | 69 views

    What does it take to become a true disciple for Jesus Christ?

    The cost of discipleship Luke 14:25 – 34 Rabbi Rev. Dr. Michael H. Koplitz 25 Now large crowds were going along with Him, and He turned and said to them, 26 “If anyone comes to Me and does not hate his own father, mother, wife, children, brothers, sisters, yes, and even his own life, he cannot be ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

  • Warren Lamb avatar

    Sheep Among Wolves – Part 2 Series

    Contributed by Warren Lamb on Oct 17, 2006
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,786 views

    Have you ever looked at the road ahead of you and thought, “I’m not so sure I want to do this”? Ever faced something you knew was going to be harder than anything you had attempted in quite a long while and expected that you wouldn’t make it? Have you bee

    These are some of the statements I found in a few of the recent “Help Wanted” ads on a local website. There is a lot of diversity in this position for someone who wishes to gain experience in a variety of different areas. We offer a small company environment, with significant learning ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Byron Sherman avatar

    Accepted(Recognized) Christian Authority-3

    Contributed by Byron Sherman on Sep 27, 2011
     | 2,943 views

    3 of 3. Paul approached Timothy thru an accepted authority. The faithful Christian accepts God’s authority. But How do they recognize Christian authority? A qualifier of an accepted Christian authority is...

    ACCEPTED(Recognized) CHRISTIAN AUTHORITY-III—1Timothy 1:1-2 Attention: Read names slowly. What do the following names conjure up in your mind? Adrian Rogers Chuck Swindoll Erwin Lutzer John MacArthur J. Vernon McGee James Dobson Charles Stanley Rick Warren Henry Blackaby These may cause ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Allan Quak avatar

    Expressing Confidence And Trust Series

    Contributed by Allan Quak on Feb 18, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 9,797 views

    A Psalm of Confidence expresses trust in God’s goodness and power because we have an intimate awareness of God’s presence. Psalm 91 is an example off this.

    Expressing Confidence and Trust Psalm 91 You can listen to a full recording of this message at http://www.nec.org.au/listen-to-a-sermon-series/responding-to-god-psalms/ Introduction:- Psalms of Confidence We are considering the Psalms and how to use the Psalms to help us respond to God. There ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Andrew Chan avatar

    Part 1: Affirmations For Life Series

    Contributed by Andrew Chan on May 31, 2001
    based on 49 ratings
     | 4,429 views

    Part 1 of "What does the Bible really say about the death penalty" series - To understand the Bible’s teaching on capital punishment we must understand God’s heart and affirmation regarding life.

    What does the Bible really say about the death penalty? PART 1 Affirmations for LIFE from God by Andrew Chan, Senior Pastor, PBC, Vancouver, BC TEXT: Exodus: 21:12-17 (NLT) 12 “Anyone who hits a person hard enough to cause death must be put to death. 13 But if it is an accident and God allows it ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

  • Brian La Croix avatar

    God Is Bigger Than The Boogie Man

    Contributed by Brian La Croix on Oct 3, 2001
    based on 20 ratings
     | 6,768 views

    A message in response to the terrorist attacks in New York, Washington, and Pennsylvania

    God is Bigger Than the Boogie Man Psalm 10 (September 16, 2001) Introduction I had an idea of what I wanted to talk about today, but all that changed Tuesday. I, like you, began that day like I begin most days. Getting showered and dressed, and driving to work, when I heard the news. I pulled ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

  • Ken Sauer avatar

    "Let's Keep Herod In Christmas"

    Contributed by Ken Sauer on Nov 30, 2013
    based on 4 ratings
     | 12,324 views

    A sermon for the first Sunday in Advent

    "Let's Keep Herod in Christmas" Sermon Series: "Christmas: The Good, The Bad and The Ugly" Matthew 2:1, 7-8, 16-18 It's been very popular in the last few decades or so to say something to the effect of: "Let's Keep Christ in Christmas." Amid the swirl of Christmas tree decorations, the frenzy ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

  • C Jordan avatar

    Surviving The Storms Of Life

    Contributed by C Jordan on Jul 2, 2011
    based on 8 ratings
     | 43,644 views

    Jesus said that storms will come in our lives, but they don’t have to overcome us. Sometimes he calms the storms, but other times he calms His child.

    SURVIVING THE STORMS OF LIFE OPENING QUOTE: “The disciples were left to face the storm… alone. The greatest storm that night was not in the sky; it was in the disciples’ hearts. The greatest fear was not from seeing the storm-driven waves; it came from seeing the back of their leader as he left ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

  • David Flowers avatar

    I'm Missing Out Series

    Contributed by David Flowers on Mar 5, 2007
    based on 9 ratings
     | 5,136 views

    Part 6 of 6 in series Every Thought Captive. Dr. Joe Hendricks bring this series to a close examining the idea, "I Miss My Old Life." He covers why this happens to people and how to take that thought captive and keep living for God.

    “I’m Missing Out” Every Thought Captive, part 6 Wildwind Community Church February 25, 2007 Today I want to bring our Every Thought Captive series to a close. As most of you know, every week we have looked at a different lie people believe that causes various types of spiritual problems. Today ...read more

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    Denomination: Free Methodist

  • Chuck Hendrix avatar

    Start The Year Off Right Series

    Contributed by Chuck Hendrix on Jan 10, 2001
    based on 74 ratings
     | 11,777 views

    There are three "C’s" to assure we start the year off right.

    START THE YEAR OFF RIGHT By: Chuck Hendrix I’m sure you are well aware the way you begin anything greatly affects the way you end. Starting off right is so important. You have heard of things getting off to a rocky start. Though it is not impossible to have a good ending when you start off on the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Ray Scott avatar

    "A Word For The Lazy"

    Contributed by Ray Scott on Jun 18, 2003
    based on 30 ratings
     | 16,885 views

    Paul addresses the work ethic of the Christian, and how to deal with spiritual laziness. A continuation and the conclusion of the series on 2 Thessalonians.

    “A Word For The Lazy” 2 Thessalonians 3:6-18 INTRODUCTION: Have you ever been lazy? You just didn’t want to do anything but sit around, watch TV, eat or sleep? There’s PHYSICAL LAZINESS … and there’s also MENTAL LAZINESS, where you just don’t want to think about anything too deep … where you ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Ted Mulder avatar

    Depression

    Contributed by Ted Mulder on Dec 11, 2004
    based on 17 ratings
     | 15,095 views

    Depression is a growing problem in America today. Every year the amount of people taking medication for depression is drastically increasing. Does the Bible talk about depression? Does God give us any answers here?

    Depression Have you ever watched a movie that you thought would end happy and it didn’t? It leaves you with sad, depressing feeling. A couple of weeks ago when Joanne was at camp – Kassie and I watched a movie and the main character dies. I jokingly said, “ I hate chick flicks.” In a guy movie – ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Richard Schwedes avatar

    Equipped With Child Like Faith...not Childish Faith

    Contributed by Richard Schwedes on Nov 7, 2007
    based on 11 ratings
     | 14,302 views

    A sermon that looks explores Jesus teaching that Christians have a childlike...not a childish faith

    This morning I would like you to think about your faith. When is your faith child like and when is it childish? This morning’s Gospel points out there is a difference. There is a difference between child like faith and being childish with our faith. Jesus gives us a child like faith. He wants us ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Tom Owen avatar

    Genesis 29 Series

    Contributed by Tom Owen on Aug 6, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,404 views

    Verse-by-verse

    Two weeks ago we looked at Genesis 18 which highlights the relationship between God and Abraham. A relationship that the Scriptures describe as a friendship. That chapter was all about the righteous, the godly, and the friend of God. This week’s chapter stands in sharp contrast to the previous ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist