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  • Dave McFadden avatar

    "What Kind Of Praying Must We Do?” - Part Three Series

    Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Jan 24, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,033 views

    We need to intercede desperately for people when God lays them on our heart.

    We’ve been looking at our Lord’s response to His disciple’s request to teach them to pray. Jesus shared a parable with them from which we discover three important truths about what kind of praying we must do. First, we learn that our prayers need to be daring. Daring in size, in stubbornness, and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    We Have Freedom! What Is Our Response? Series

    Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Jul 4, 2010
     | 4,215 views

    Study of the book of Isaiah, Chapter 9. On Independence Day 2010, we compare the issues Isaiah had in the people he was living amongst, and how America is seeing the very same challenges. Our response, as believers of Christ, must be to follow the Lord

    We Have Freedom! What is Our Response? (Independence Day, 2010) Isaiah 9:13-21 Introduction - Today, we celebrate our nation’s birth; as well as look forward … - Title: We Have Freedom! (So, What is America’s Response?) - God is calling us to respond; and His people we must ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    "3 Stages Of Spirituality - Part 2" Series

    Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on May 9, 2016
     | 4,367 views

    The spiritual adolescent needs to learn how to work with god in order to continue to mature in their faith.

    Last time we looked at the first stage of spiritual growth mentioned here by John, Spiritual Childhood. The main lesson at this stage is how to Walk with God. The spiritual child needs to learn to walk with God through claiming forgiveness and through consistent fellowship. Today, we're ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Great Faith Series

    Contributed by Guy Glass on Jun 26, 2015
     | 8,387 views

    AS WE CONTINUE OUR SERIES ON FACING YOUR FAITH – A CHALLENGE TO AUTHENTIC FAITH AS A FOLLOWER OF CHRIST, WE WANT TO SEE WHAT IT MEANS TO HAVE “GREAT FAITH”. THIS WAS A PHRASE THE LORD USED TO DESCRIBE TWO INDIVIDUALS, BOTH NOT JEWS,

    FACING OUR FAITH IN 2015 GREAT FAITH MATTHEW 8:5-13 AND WHEN JESUS ENTERED CAPERNAUM, A CENTURION CAME TO HIM, IMPLORING HIM, 6  AND SAYING, "LORD, MY SERVANT IS LYING PARALYZED AT HOME, FEARFULLY TORMENTED." 7  JESUS *SAID TO HIM, "I WILL COME AND HEAL HIM." 8  BUT THE CENTURION SAID, "LORD, I AM ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    What Judas Missed-2

    Contributed by Byron Sherman on Apr 10, 2018
     | 4,624 views

    2 of ? Judas missed the entirety of that which took place from the time of his leaving the Lord’s supper(13:30) until he arrived in the Garden of Gethsemane, with those who would arrest Jesus(18:3)! Judas Missed...

    WHAT JUDAS MISSED-II—John 13:18--17:26 OR--‘WHILE YOU WERE OUT/GONE’ Attention: Don’t Miss Out— The man whispered, "God, speak to me,”... And a meadowlark sang. But, the man did not hear. So the man said, "God, speak to me,”... And the lightning flashed & the thunder rolled across the sky. But, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    What To Pray For Series

    Contributed by Meshak Dayanand on Jul 29, 2020
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,458 views

    Many think that as older they get into Christianity now God will do everything before even they have been asked. Instead of increasing in prayer life, we decrease slowly.

    This is one of the very vast subjects in the Bible. To sum it up in 30-40 mins. is like an injustice to the topic. Many think that as older they get into Christianity now God will do everything before even they have been asked. Instead of increasing in prayer life, we decrease slowly. What was the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    What Was Jesus’ Primary Emotion Toward The Lost?

    Contributed by Jim Butcher on Feb 26, 2014
     | 4,925 views

    A look at the compassion that Jesus felt toward the lost and how we can move to be more like Him.

    WHAT WAS JESUS' PRIMARY EMOTION TOWARD THE LOST? It was compassion. - Matthew 9:36. -Matthew 9:13; Matthew 9:36; Matthew 12:7; Matthew 14:14; Matthew 15:32; Matthew 18:27; Matthew 20:34. - Jesus’ primary emotion toward the lost was compassion. - Look at how often it comes up just in ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    From Worship To Wavering

    Contributed by Mary Erickson on Jun 5, 2023
     | 883 views

    A sermon for Holy Trinity Sunday, Year A

    June 4, 2023 – Holy Trinity Sunday Rev. Mary Erickson Hope Lutheran Church Matthew 28:16-20 From Worship to Wavering Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. “When they saw Jesus, they worshiped him; but some doubted.” (Matthew ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Stars And Shepherds Lesson 1 Series

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Oct 9, 2025
     | 243 views

    God uses tangible things to remind us of Himself and spiritual things.

    A. WHY SYMBOLS ARE IMPORTANT 1. Christmas is filled with symbols. The world’s symbols are Santa Claus, tinsel, Christmas trees, snow, sleigh bells, holly, mistletoe, and presents. Recently the world has added shopping, vacations, special movies and Christmas music. Why Christmas Symbols? ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Good Works Or Good Grief

    Contributed by Paul Robinson on Oct 4, 2022
     | 3,680 views

    What part do good works play in the Christian life? We're not saved by them (thank the Lord), but is it important to do them? And what qualifies as good works anyway?

    Opening Illustration: giving to charities (Salvation Army) during Christmas season Notice in this passage that everything mentioned is God’s doing, except the very last phrase. We are to be zealous of good works. Zealous (Gr. zelotes)—most eagerly desirous of a thing As we look at this survey ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Crossroads Of Faith

    Contributed by Paul Dayao on Aug 28, 2025
     | 350 views

    In a world that screams for you to trust yourself and follow your gut, what does it truly mean to trust in the Lord with all your heart?

    Introduction: The Self-built Structure We are all builders. From the moment we wake up and face the day, we are constructing our lives, making decisions that add to the structure of our future. And every structure needs a foundation, something to lean on when the ground shakes and the storms of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Part 1:what Makes Us Unique Series

    Contributed by David Beirne on May 17, 2005
    based on 8 ratings
     | 4,288 views

    A series on values of our church. If we really are a people led by the Holy Spirit, what will that look like?

    What Makes Us Unique? 1 Peter 2:9-10, Romans 8:14 Today I want to address the values that drive me. As your pastor, I want you to know where we are going, and why we’re going that direction. Values are *what is valuable to our church. (if we aren’t reflecting this value, we’re not a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Dealing With Transition

    Contributed by William Nieporte on Nov 19, 2007
    based on 9 ratings
     | 8,130 views

    This sermon was preached a week after I have followed God’s call to resign as pastor of a loving church to follow a new call from God.

    Intro: There have been many kind reactions to my announcement (notes, phone calls, visits, chance gathering, compliments) Some more interesting reactions: To my lovely wife Jeana, one person said: “Can’t he go and the rest of you stay!” From Mary D. suffering with serious memory loss, I ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jonathan Powell avatar

    The Mind Of Christ - Pt. 2

    Contributed by Jonathan Powell on May 15, 2007
    based on 6 ratings
     | 2,527 views

    Further discussion of the mind of Christ

    The Mind of Christ (Part 2) 11/6/05 –pm Philippians 2:5-11 INTRO Our last sermon on Sunday night focused on the first 5 verses of chapter 2, specifically on the mindset of Jesus Christ. Tonight, we are going to further look into this chapter, re-pointing out some things and looking into a few new ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Instruction And Guidance Of The Holy Spirit

    Contributed by Jerry Bridges on Apr 23, 2014
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,840 views

    Just as God is intimately involved in orchestrating every detail of every life on earth, He is also intimately involved in guiding your every move, whether you are aware of it or not.

    In our four-part series on the providence of God, we will now examine God’s provision of instruction and guidance. From dreams to talking donkeys, God has historically used a huge variety of means to guide people. Just as God is intimately involved in orchestrating every detail of every life ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational