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  • James Wallace avatar

    Trusting God's Wisdom Series

    Contributed by James Wallace on Aug 30, 2021
     | 3,258 views

    We we return to God's ways according to God's wisdom and God's Word, God often begins to bless us immediately, as He did for Ruth and Naomi.

    A couple of months ago as Jeanie and I were returning from visiting relatives in Southern California, we arrived in Reno at about noon. So we decided to visit our favorite fast-food restaurant, even though we knew the food wouldn’t be fast. The reason for it being slow food had nothing to do with ...read more

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    Denomination: Bible Church

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    The Belt Of Truth: Truth Changes From Person To Person Series

    Contributed by Troy Borst on Jan 4, 2023
     | 4,256 views

    Stand therefore, having fastened on the belt of truth, which will enable you to know truth, live by truth, and not be destroyed in your soul by lies that make it into your heart.

    THE ARMOR OF GOD AND THE LIES OF THE ENEMY The Belt of Truth: Truth Changes from Person to Person Ephesians 6:10-18 #armorofGod INTRODUCTION… “Dad, you are in the Army?” (p) My whole life growing up, my dad was active duty Army. I do not have a memory growing up that does not have the U.S. Army ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Being Generous Towards The Work Of God Series

    Contributed by Ps.felix Nana Boakye on Oct 15, 2025
     | 64 views

    A poor village church made significant personal sacrifices to support a missionary. Years later, that small act of generosity resulted in the transformation of an entire community, demonstrating how a seemingly minor deed can have an extraordinary and eternal impact.

    OUTLINE Text: Philippians 4:15-20 (NIV) Subject: Generosity Theme: Being generous towards the work of God Preposition: Christians should be generous towards the work of God. I.CHRISTIANS SHOULD BE GENEROUS TOWARDS THE WORK OF GOD BECAUSE IT PROMOTES PARTNERSHIP IN SHARING THE GOSPEL (V. ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Ready For Anything (Part 3: First Four Pieces Of Armor) Series

    Contributed by Richard Tow on Jul 1, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 999 views

    In this message, we explore the first four pieces of armor in Ephesians 6: Belt, Shoes, Breastplate, and Shield. Understanding this armor and applying these truths are essential for Christian success.

    Intro Imagine what it would be like this morning if today’s news headline read: “America at War.” What if you woke up today to the news that war has broken out between America and China? Every military base would be on high alert. Every mother would be concerned about the future of her sons and ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    If Only

    Contributed by Bill Sullivan on Feb 3, 2003
    based on 115 ratings
     | 15,150 views

    We often live our lives thinking "If Only," and this attitude foils the contentment God wants us to live in daily.

    If Only TCF Sermon January 12, 2003 As a rule, Man’s a fool When it’s hot, He wants it cool. And when it’s cool, He wants it hot, Always wanting What is not. Now isn’t that so true? When we have the hot summer weather here in Tulsa, we complain about how dreadfully hot it is. When it gets cold ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Poor Vs. Rich Series

    Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Jan 3, 2013
     | 8,203 views

    Proverbs reminds us that wisdom from God looks at what is poor and rich different than the world does. A person with money can be called poor and a poor man with no money can be called rich in the eyes of God.

    Series: Practical Proverbs Thesis: The primary message of Proverbs is “Get wisdom or act and look like a fool!” Sermon 1 & 2: Wise vs. foolish We learned that wisdom is God given not manmade but foolishness is manmade not God given. We learned that wisdom is given by God to us so that ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Deep Water Faith

    Contributed by William Butler on Mar 9, 2003
    based on 59 ratings
     | 15,612 views

    God desires that we LAUNCH OUT INTO THE DEEP.

    DEEP WATER Scripture: Luke 5:1-4,5 1 And it came to pass, that, as the people pressed upon him to hear the word of God, he stood by the lake of Gennesaret, 4 Now when he had left speaking, he said unto Simon, Launch out into the deep, and let down your nets for a draught. 5 And Simon answering ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Test Of Faith

    Contributed by James Jackson, Ii on Dec 13, 2000
    based on 50 ratings
     | 9,219 views

    God has to test our faith in order to know where we stand with Him.

    Printed Text Genesis 22:1-14 Introduction A. Comparing Price Tags A well-to-do merchant stood on the dock watching as final preparations were made for a ship to sail. As he stood there, he was joined by a stranger whose clothing revealed his poverty. Finally the stranger spoke up. “You seem ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    'our Greatest Need.'

    Contributed by Aubrey Vaughan on Aug 10, 2006
    based on 15 ratings
     | 4,017 views

    A real look at our greatest need, forgiveness. Have you recieved it?

    What is your greatest need? There are times in life when we just want so much out of it that we forget to consider what has really happened to us. Like the wasp that’s so busy tasting the sweetness of the Jam that its oblivous to the fact that its body has just been severed in ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Repentance Of Peter Series

    Contributed by Rule Digal on Nov 28, 2005
    based on 14 ratings
     | 9,797 views

    Without the Spirit of God, there can be no spiritual power, no revival and no victory.

    Theme: THE REPENTANCE OF PETER Text: Luke 22: 54-62 Intro. A. I know that you are very familiar with Peter. We know his background well. He was once a fisherman turned-a-disciple of Jesus. Being the most outspoken among the group, he was considered the spokesperson and leader of the twelve ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Scattering Of Man And The Gathering Of God

    Contributed by Michael Mccoy on Aug 10, 2003
    based on 24 ratings
     | 6,169 views

    The sermon proclaims the truth of Creation, Redemption and Sanctification by means of Law and Gospel whereby salvation is by the grace of God through the Person and Work of Jesus, the Incarnate Son of God.

    "The Scattering of Man and the Gathering of God" Jeremiah 23:1-4 Sermon for 10 August Anno Domini 2003 Trinity 8 / Pentecost 9 Grace, mercy and peace to you in the Name of the Father and of the + Son and of the Holy Ghost. Amen. Dear Baptized, The Second Law of Thermodynamics is all about ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Dr. Jerry N. Watts avatar

    What Is Driving My Life - #1 Series

    Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Jul 6, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,867 views

    God has placed us here for specific reasons. This message speaks to the impetus for our life. (Thanks to Rick Warren for the inspiration)

    What is Driving My Life? Philippians 3:1-11 A friend sent us these motivational slogans: * Doing a job RIGHT the first time gets the job done. Doing the job WRONG fourteen times gives you job security. * Artificial Intelligence is no match for Natural Stupidity. * If you can stay calm, while ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A People Of Blessing

    Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Jan 17, 2011
    based on 15 ratings
     | 18,383 views

    God wants His people to be “A Blessed People.” Happily this blessing is not restricted in usage or potency to God’s ancient people but brings great joy, grace, and peace to Christians as well.

    NUMBERS 6: 22-27 A PEOPLE OF BLESSING [2 Corinthians 13:14 / Ephesians 1:3] God wants His people to be “A Blessed People.” A blessing is God’s way of asking for His divine favor to rest upon others. This benediction before us is most beautiful. The ancient blessing evoked in ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jason Jones avatar

    Brainwashing Believers Series

    Contributed by Jason Jones on Feb 28, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 10,212 views

    Exposition of Daniel 1:3-7 about the attempts of Nebuchadnezzar to brainwashing the Hebrew youths in their training period and how it parallels satanic strategy in our world

    Text: Daniel 1:3-8, Title: Brainwashing Believers, Date/Place: NRBC, 3/1/09, PM A. Opening illustration: 8 Simple Rules to Date my Daughter B. Background to passage: When God sovereignly gave Jehoiakim to Nebuchadnezzar, we must remember that it wasn’t the 586 complete obliteration of the city. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Musings Of A Seed Picker 2 Series

    Contributed by Jason Jones on Oct 20, 2008
     | 2,124 views

    Exposition of Acts 17:24-25 about Paul’s first five characteristics of the Unknown God

    Text: Acts 17:24-25, Title: Musings of a Seed-Picker 2, Date/Place: NRBC, 10/19/08, PM A. Opening illustration: August 12th, 2000, I was getting my tux all ready to go, like 14 hours before the wedding for some unexplained reason, so I could hurry up and wait. Then the wedding director came in our ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist