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  • Dennis King avatar

    Heaven's Treasures Series

    Contributed by Dennis King on Jun 21, 2022
     | 2,436 views

    The Lord is not against us gathering up some savings, or fill our closet with a few dresses and suits. But our faith and trust should be be rooted in something other than worldly possessions.

    Jesus taught about good works and giving. “Be careful! When you do something good, don’t do it in front of others so that they will see you. If you do that, you will have no reward from your Father in heaven. “When you give to those who are poor, don’t announce that you are giving. Don’t be like ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Incompletion Of Conquest Series

    Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Jan 7, 2022
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     | 4,609 views

    Here, the Israelites became distracted from their purpose by a desire for worldly gain. They sought a more luxurious existence, with the ease of someone else doing all the work, and they ran from battle and confrontation.

    In 1797 the governor of Louisiana granted Daniel Boone ten thousand acres of land in Missouri; however, he failed to make the trip to New Orleans to complete the title. He instead became distracted by an opportunity to be appointed chief of the district of St. Charles.(1) While he was ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • John Dobbs avatar

    The Cost Series

    Contributed by John Dobbs on Aug 13, 2020
    based on 3 ratings
     | 3,935 views

    When we follow Jesus, we are stepping into a new life that leaves an old life behind. It will cost us some of our worldly ambitions, but it will give us so much more.

    Following Jesus: The Cost Luke 9:23 Introduction Following Jesus means we hear his invitation to come and see, listen to His teaching, act upon what we learn from Him. When we follow Jesus, we are stepping into a new life that leaves an old life behind. It will cost us some of our worldly ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Stand Firm Youth Sermon

    Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 4, 2023
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     | 912 views

    The Christian faith often clashes with worldly values, causing conflict and tension. However, we must allow the Holy Spirit to guide us and fill our minds with the truth found in the Bible.

    Have you ever played Jenga? You know, that game where you stack wooden blocks and try to pull them out without making the tower fall? It's fun, right? But it's also a bit nerve-wracking. You never know when the whole thing is going to come crashing down. That's kind of like what it's like to live ...read more

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  • Dennis Davidson avatar

    The Use Of Wealth Series

    Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Dec 28, 2009
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     | 15,718 views

    The aim of this warning is to awaken all Christians who are tempted to adopt worldly goals & standards rather than God’s goals & standards. The secondary purpose is to assure suffering Christians of the Divine judgment coming upon their oppressors.

    JAMES 5:1-6 THE USE OF WEALTH / A Source of Spiritual Numbness [Amos 5:11-27/ Mt. 6:19-21] The last section dealt with arrogant self-centeredness. Arrogant self-centeredness is demonstrated by planning a future without placing God’s will first and it can lead to more dangerous possibilities. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Richard Tow avatar

    La Verdadera Conversión Demostrada Series

    Contributed by Richard Tow on Dec 21, 2024
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     | 514 views

    Este mensaje es una exposición de Filipenses 3:7-11. En él, Pablo se ofrece como ejemplo de los cambios que ocurren cuando una persona verdaderamente nace de nuevo: (1) Un cambio en valores (2) Un cambio en rectitud (3) Un cambio en metas de vida.

    Estamos estudiando Filipenses. Nuestro texto de hoy se encuentra en Filipenses 3:7-11. “Pero cuantas cosas eran para mí ganancia, las he estimado como pérdida por amor de Cristo. 8 Y ciertamente, aun estimo todas las cosas como pérdida por la excelencia del conocimiento de Cristo ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

  • Rev. Samuel Arimoro avatar

    Spiritual Warfare

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 20, 2025
     | 847 views

    The Christian life is a battlefield, not a playground. Many challenges believers face have spiritual roots that require spiritual solutions. Spiritual warfare is the battle between the kingdom of God and the forces of darkness.

    SPIRITUAL WARFARE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Ephesians 6:12-18 "For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this world, against spiritual wickedness in high places." Supporting Texts: 2 ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Jeff Strite avatar

    Choose Your Path Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Oct 22, 2023
    based on 2 ratings
     | 5,936 views

    What did the Psalmist mean by blessed and how does avoiding the slippery slope of sin help us become blessed? Consider these thoughts from our Family Minister Scott Jewell.

    We’re beginning a new sermon series this week called Psalms that can change your life. Music can make such an impact in our lives, as we’ll see from this collection of worship songs found in the book of Psalms. It only seemed appropriate to begin at the very beginning with Psalm 1. Please turn ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Mike Bryant avatar

    Peculiar People

    Contributed by Mike Bryant on Jun 8, 2021
     | 4,061 views

    Israel's desire for a king is used to illustrate the temptation we face to be more like the rest of the world. But even though the world's view of us often chafes, it is God's plan that we be conspicuously different.

    I) After Moses brought the nation of Israel out of Egypt, they did not have a king for many years. A) Unlike the nations around them, they were led by men and women, judges, who were direct intermediaries between God and man. B) Early on, the people tried to make one of those judges, Gideon, into ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Beth Garrod-Logsdon avatar

    Facing Temptations Head-On

    Contributed by Beth Garrod-Logsdon on Mar 1, 2010
     | 5,572 views

    Drawing the opening verses of this passge, we are reminded that through the power of God's Holy Spirit, we can face our temptations head-on, rahter than avoid them which is our first inclination.

    Facing Temptations Head-On Luke 4:1-13 & Romans 10:8-13 (Lent 1C) Rev. Beth Garrod-Logsdon Wilmore Presbyterian Church Well, here we are again – the first Sunday of Lent. The day when the mood and emotions of worship seem to take a downhill slide – the hymns become more ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Steve Shepherd avatar

    The Wisdom Of God Series

    Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Feb 2, 2015
    based on 24 ratings
     | 20,491 views

    The wisdom of God speaks to us from the Proverbs. 1- Wisdom says to fear the Lord 2- Wisdom says to avoid sinful men 3- Wisdom says to listen for wisdom everywhere

    INTRO.- Wisdom speaks. But not all wisdom is good wisdom. ILL.- Two men got out of their cars after they collided at an intersection. One took a flask from his pocket and said to the other, "Here, maybe you'd like a nip to calm your nerves." "Thanks," he said, and took a big gulp from the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Wisdom Of God

    Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Dec 17, 2013
    based on 76 ratings
     | 22,437 views

    The wisdom of God speaks to us from the Proverbs. 1- Wisdom says to fear the Lord 2- Wisdom says to avoid sinful men 3- Wisdom says to listen for wisdom everywhere

    INTRO.- Wisdom speaks. But not all wisdom is good wisdom. ILL.- Two men got out of their cars after they collided at an intersection. One took a flask from his pocket and said to the other, "Here, maybe you'd like a nip to calm your nerves." "Thanks," he said, and took a big gult from the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Wisdom Of God Series

    Contributed by Steve Shepherd on May 8, 2014
    based on 54 ratings
     | 23,734 views

    The wisdom of God speaks to us from the Proverbs. 1- Wisdom says to fear the Lord 2- Wisdom says to avoid sinful men 3- Wisdom says to listen for wisdom everywhere

    INTRO.- Wisdom speaks. But not all wisdom is good wisdom. ILL.- Two men got out of their cars after they collided at an intersection. One took a flask from his pocket and said to the other, "Here, maybe you'd like a nip to calm your nerves." "Thanks," he said, and took a big gulp from the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Jeff Strite avatar

    Can You Fall Down So Far You Can't Get Up? Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Aug 3, 2014
    based on 76 ratings
     | 61,195 views

    Can you fall down so far you can't get up? Judas did. Are there people in the church today who are like Judas? Is it possible we could be like him? And if so, how would we avoid becoming like him in our lives?

    OPEN: A tourist was visiting a famous landmark on the ocean and he’d walked out on a pier to see the ocean better. But as he looked over the edge of the pier he was disturbed by how deep the water seemed to be. As he was thinking about how deep the water must be at this point, he noticed an ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Lessons From Biblical Backsliders Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 21, 2025
     | 547 views

    The Bible provides several examples of people who fell into backsliding, some of whom were restored, while others faced tragic consequences. Studying their lives gives us valuable lessons on how to remain steadfast in faith and avoid their mistakes.

    LESSONS FROM BIBLICAL BACKSLIDERS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Judges 16:20 Supporting Texts: 1 Samuel 15:23, Proverbs 14:14, Jeremiah 3:22, Luke 22:31-32, Revelation 2:4-5 INTRODUCTION Backsliding is a spiritual decline where an individual who once walked closely with God gradually drifts ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God