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  • Anthony Smith avatar

    His Seed Begging Bread.

    Contributed by Anthony Smith on Aug 29, 2006
    based on 16 ratings
     | 18,309 views

    Our contentment with our present state is pivotal to being rewarded by God. We are there by showing that we are willing to accept the state or destiny that God has designed for us.

    His Seed Begging Bread. There are many verses in scripture that give the believer a sense of safety and security. These verses in Psalms is especially prominent in the life of a Christian. ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Standing Firm In The Faith

    Contributed by Daniel Austin on Feb 27, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 9,115 views

    We can stand firm in the faith: Joyful and free from worry, with contentment in whatever state we are in, knowing our needs will be met, able to do all things through Christ who strengthens us.

    Standing Firm in the Faith 03/09/08 Reading: Philippians 1:21-28 Introduction In his letter to the Philippians, Paul expresses his desire that they “stand firm” in working together for the faith. Philippians 1:27 “Only conduct yourselves in a manner worthy of the gospel of Christ, so that whether I ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Seek The Greater Gain

    Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Nov 7, 2013
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,984 views

    Are you a malcontent or contented with godliness.

    1Tim 6:6 But godliness with contentment is great gain. 7 For we brought nothing into this world, and it is certain we can carry nothing out. 8 And having food and raiment let us be therewith content. Is it just me or do others seem to find that whenever you go to the refrigerator what you want ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The True Treasure.

    Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Aug 13, 2022
    based on 2 ratings
     | 1,520 views

    Godliness with contentment is great gain.

    THE TRUE TREASURE. 1 Timothy 6:6-10, 1 Timothy 6:17-19. 1. A Word To Poor Christians (1 Timothy 6:6-10.) Paul’s response to those who suppose that ‘gain = godliness’ (cf. 1 Timothy 6:5) is the exact opposite: “But godliness + contentment = great gain!” (1 Timothy 6:6-7). This contentment ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    A Noble Prayer

    Contributed by Bledar Valca on Dec 24, 2008
    based on 5 ratings
     | 5,045 views

    A prayer for every heart to be content.

    A Noble Prayer Proverbs 30:7-9 God has provided a wonderful avenue for the sinful man to reach Him in prayer. Unfortunately, too many prayers are like “shopping lists.” We go to God with a very clear understanding of what we want Him to do for us. I. The Petition (7) Two things I ask of you, O ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Part 6 - Great Reasons For Being A Giver Series

    Contributed by Rick Crandall on Oct 24, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,870 views

    God’s Word shows us great reasons for being a giver.

    Part 6 - Great Reasons for Being a Giver Philippians 4:10-19 Sermon by Rick Crandall (2007 Series - Giving to Grow) McClendon Baptist Church - Oct. 14, 2007 *We are moving forward to a great finish for our Giving to Grow Campaign, and as we do, we are going to be talking a lot about money. That ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Puff Of Smoke Series

    Contributed by Coz Von on Jun 29, 2016
     | 5,648 views

    What did King James say about smoking?

    Not far from the North Dakota farm where I grew up was a barely-there town: a couple of grain elevators, a post office, a bar, and a general store. The store was a brick box, containing creaky floors, old and poorly stocked shelves, a few spotty fruits and vegetables, and a single dairy case. ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Sermon Outline - Actions Speak Louder Than Words Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jul 2, 2016
    based on 5 ratings
     | 10,199 views

    We can talk about Jesus, claim to know and love him, and say that we are serving him, but are our actions proving it to be true. The next generation will learn from what we do more than from what we say.

    Actions speak louder than words The people served the LORD throughout the lifetime of Joshua and of the elders who outlived him and who had seen all the great things the LORD had done for Israel. After that whole generation had been gathered to their fathers, another generation grew up, who knew ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Leighton (Lee) Vary avatar

    The Church At Smyrna Series

    Contributed by Leighton (Lee) Vary on Oct 28, 2016
     | 6,487 views

    The message to the church at Smyrna. This church had a constant threat of death, but they remained faithful.

    I. Introduction A. The city of Smyrna was about 35 miles north of Ephesus 1. It was and still is an important sea port a. The city's name is now Ismir 2. It was the site of the temple to Emperor Tiberious B. As a representative church, Smyrna pictures the time from about 100 AD to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Fearlessly Proclaiming God's Word

    Contributed by Derek Geldart on Jan 2, 2016
     | 5,384 views

    Like Paul we need to pray that we as His ambassadors do not water down the word of God in our lives to appease our culture but instead fearlessly proclaim the truth to all we meet.

    FEARLESS PROCLAIMING THE GOSPEL MESSAGE (Ephesians 6:18-20) • Paul an apostle of Jesus Christ, the one called to proclaim the Gospel message to the Gentile people asked the church of Ephesus for prayer that he might fearlessly proclaim the Gospel message. • In the sermon I am going ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Connecting With Others Series

    Contributed by Paul Barreca on Jan 22, 2016
     | 9,710 views

    In order to fulfill Christ's command to share the gospel and build disciples, Christians must be connected with one another.

    LAST WEEK we examined Ephesians 2:21-22 “in whom the whole structure, being joined together, grows into a holy temple in the Lord. In him you also are being built together into a dwelling place for God by the Spirit.” The theme of this passage and last Sunday’s sermon was ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    I Am The Vine, You Are The Branches

    Contributed by Craig Condon on Feb 12, 2015
    based on 1 rating
     | 12,584 views

    We can only be grafted to Christ by cutting our attachment to our way of life and its creature comforts just like a gardener prunes bushes to make then grow better. The useless branches have to be removed in order to save and strengthen the stronger ones.

    A newspaper reporter went to interview a successful small business owner. “How did you do it?” he asked. “How did you make all this money?” “I’m glad you asked,” the businessman said. “It’s a great story. When my wife and I married, we started ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

  • Rick Burdette avatar

    A Fool's Obituary Series

    Contributed by Rick Burdette on Mar 18, 2014
    based on 3 ratings
     | 7,798 views

    Life, Purpose, Eternity, Materialism

    Luke 12:13-21 (p. 727) March 23, 2014 Introduction: For those of you plugged into social media you are familiar with a common occurrence around this time of year. For those of you who are like that older woman in the Insurance commercial who physically pastes all her ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Davon Huss avatar

    Moving Out And Welcoming In

    Contributed by Davon Huss on Feb 29, 2016
     | 3,275 views

    Let's talk about being salt and light (Material adapted from Timothy Lane and Paul Tripp's book, Relationships: A Mess Worth Making, chapter 15, pg. 167- 177)

    HoHum: Christianity is one beggar telling another beggar where he found bread- D.T. NILES WBTU: 3 disciples are important for us to remain faithful disciples of Jesus. These are in Luke 6. This outlines for us an important night and day in the life and ministry of Jesus. Jesus spent the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Ken Ritz avatar

    How Not To Be Ashamed Of Sharing Your Faith Series

    Contributed by Ken Ritz on Mar 1, 2016
     | 7,640 views

    Part 2 of Series on Evangelism

    How Not To Be Ashamed Of Sharing Your Faith Passing On The Faith, Part 2 2 Timothy 1:6-18 Last week we began a series based on Paul’s second letter to Timothy, called “Passing On The Faith.” If you have your bible, turn to 2 Timothy chapter 1 verse 6 (pew bible page 817) And ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational