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  • John Perry avatar

    Don't Worry, God Finishes What He Begins

    Contributed by John Perry on Jan 25, 2011
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     | 11,638 views

    Every found yourself awake at night anxious over the things that only God can control? The good news that we have in this message is that what God begins He promises to finish.

    Bunbury Tues pm 25/01/2011 “Don’t worry – God finishes what he begins” Intro: A great deal of our anxiety comes from worrying about things we really shouldn’t worry about. Some people have a lot of confidence in themselves. But their confidence is sometimes not well ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Making Space For God

    Contributed by Tim Smith on Mar 17, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,596 views

    The church too often has reduced following Jesus and growing in your faith to doing: pray, worship, get in a Bible study, give, serve and witness. But to follow Jesus is as much about being in a relationship with Jesus, as it is about doing the things of

    Making Space for God
 1 Timothy 4:7 (Phillips Translation)

 To say that our nation is caught up in a fitness craze is an understatement and this time of year New Year’s Resolutions abound with losing weight and lifestyle changes. How many of you have made New Year’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Critiquing The Critic Series

    Contributed by Perry Greene on Aug 8, 2012
     | 5,273 views

    Speaking in condemning, critical ways seems to be second nature to us. However, James gives us reason and instruction to prevent this sinful behavior.

    1. “No New Taxes” Illustration Who said, “Read my lips. No new taxes”? "Read my lips: no new taxes" is the famous phrase spoken by then presidential candidate George H. W. Bush at the 1988 Republican National Convention as he accepted the nomination on August 18th. Written ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Strike Out For Jesus

    Contributed by Jason Winters on Aug 16, 2012
     | 5,135 views

    A new way of thinking about striking out - bowling analogy-

    Strike Out for Jesus Scripture: Matthew 25:14-30 Purpose: to share how we can overcome the fear of failure in our lives. Last week - What can we Spare for God? Usually we think of “what can I give that will not hurt or cost me too much?” *PARADIGM SHIFT* Bowling analogy - What can ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Brian B avatar

    Love Your Enemies And Be Perfect! Or ( No One Is Perfect? )

    Contributed by Brian B on Dec 8, 2012
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     | 5,421 views

    As part of the Sermon on the Mount, This sermon highlights some of the things that are expected of those who would be a part of God’s kingdom. Loving your enemies is but one of the things that Jesus commands us to do in a list of things that are are imp

    Works Cited/Consulted include J Vernon Magee, Holman Commentary, College Press NIV commentary, various sermon central illustrations, as well as Bible and personal observations. Slides available upon request... brianbyers@live.com Opening Scripture Slide… ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Last And First Words Of Christ

    Contributed by Greg Nance on Apr 27, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,145 views

    Jesus words just before and after his death have amazing significance! Seven statements from the cross and the first three after his resurrection make up this lesson.

    Have you heard of the seven last words of Christ on the cross? Some of you may be very familiar with this, others of you may wonder what I’m talking about. When you look at all the gospel accounts and put them together there are seven sayings or "Words" that Jesus spoke as he was dying on the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    All You Need Is Love Series

    Contributed by Thomas Swope on Jan 6, 2012
     | 5,529 views

    A study of the Gospel of Luke chapter 6 verses 37 through 49

    Luke 6: 37 – 49 All You Need Is Love 37 “Judge not, and you shall not be judged. Condemn not, and you shall not be condemned. Forgive, and you will be forgiven. 38 Give, and it will be given to you: good measure, pressed down, shaken together, and running over will be put into your ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

  • Mark Jones avatar

    Consider Him

    Contributed by Mark Jones on Aug 21, 2011
     | 3,297 views

    EOLS: Jesus’ example of suffering and exaltation gives us courage and endurance against trials and tribulations of life.

    Consider Him I owe a debt of gratitude to my good friend singer/songwriter Steve Rogers for inspiring me with his song “Consider Him.” Where indicated * the line comes from this song. Heb 12:1-3 (1) Therefore, since we are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses, let us also ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Am I A Team Player

    Contributed by Robert Donato on Nov 15, 2012
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,596 views

    Evangelism and church growth, just like all of life, is a team effort.

    Becoming a Team Player Eph 4:1-3 “I, therefore, the prisoner of the Lord, beseech you to walk worthy of the calling with which you were called, with all lowliness and gentleness, with longsuffering, bearing with one another in love, endeavoring to keep the unity of the Spirit in the bond of ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    Feeding The 5000

    Contributed by David Kinnan on May 2, 2013
    based on 4 ratings
     | 11,671 views

    God didn’t ask you to take care of the world with what you have; He asked you to give what you have and let Him multiply it to make the difference.

    Spud Web Video Explain how absurd and outrageous it is for Spud Web to win the dunk contest by using a volunteer to try to jump as high as Spud Web. It was amazing what a basketball could do when it was put into Spud Web’s hands. When I hold this football in my hands, it’s merely a ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    Worldly Wisdom Verses Heavenly Wisdom Series

    Contributed by Timothy Enns on Jan 6, 2015
     | 10,609 views

    Looking at how worldly wisdom has inched its way into what we consider to be normal and Godly.

    A minister, a Boy Scout, and a computer expert were the only passengers on a small plane. The pilot came back to the cabin and said that the plane was going down but there were only three parachutes and four people. The pilot added, “I should have one of he parachutes because I have a wife ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    God Is In Control Of The Nations Series

    Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Sep 16, 2014
     | 7,609 views

    Does God create nations for His purposes? Does God destroy nations for His purposes? Does God relent of His intended punishment if a nation repents and turns to Him? These and other questions need to be answered in this world of nations in turmoil.

    God is in control - or is He really? Last Sunday we took a look at - is God in control of the earth, planets, stars, etc., basically, all of nature Next Sunday we'll be looking at - is God in control of you and me Today - is God in control of the nations So, is God in ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    Truthiness Part I Series

    Contributed by Monty Newton on Oct 19, 2014
     | 4,480 views

    All scripture is inspired by God and is useful...

    Title: Truthiness (Part 1) Text: II Timothy 3:14-16 Thesis: All Scripture is inspired by God and is useful…” Series: Belonging, Believing and Becoming I invite you to journey with us as people who value: • Belonging to a caring faith community. • Believing the truth of ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Tim White avatar

    One Life To Live, Many Lives To Lose Series

    Contributed by Tim White on Mar 12, 2014
     | 6,991 views

    Lessons from the death of John the Baptist.

    • Today's passage, though lengthy, reads like a script from a soap opera. • Though all the sorted details are not specifically mentioned in Luke, they are alluded to as part of the story. • The twisted nature of man without God can be seen clearly in the intoxication of power, the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Just A Taste Series

    Contributed by Tim White on Mar 12, 2014
     | 6,324 views

    The transfiguration and lesson we should take from it.

    • Sometimes a taste is not enough. Sometimes it is too much. • Ill. Little Johnny sat playing in the garden. When his mother came out to collect him, she saw that he was slowly eating a worm. She turned pale. "No, Johnny! Stop! That's horrible! You can't eat worms!" Trying to convince ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist