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  • Pat Damiani avatar

    How To Satisfy Our Souls Series

    Contributed by Pat Damiani on Apr 2, 2009
    based on 8 ratings
     | 16,564 views

    12th in a series from Ecclesiastes. Our souls can only be satisfied when we live life in community with God and others.

    At age 45, Howard Hughes was one of the most glamorous men in America. He dated actresses, piloted exotic test aircraft, and worked on top-secret CIA contracts. He owned a string of hotels around the world, and even an airline—TWA—to carry him on global jaunts. Twenty years later, at age 65, Howard ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Spiritual Symptoms You Should Never Ignore Series

    Contributed by Brian Atwood on Jan 30, 2009
    based on 19 ratings
     | 22,955 views

    Symptoms of spiritual neglect that need to be diagnosed as exhibited in the life of Haman in the book of Esther.

    I’ve known people, people I loved, family and friends, who would probably still be alive today if they had not ignored symptoms of poor health. If they had only gone for a checkup sooner. I’m sure some of you have had a similar experience. I think fear and misinformation keep a lot of people ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Rev. #77~21:1-12 The 12 Gates Series

    Contributed by William D. Brown on Oct 29, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 10,023 views

    This city that John sees coming down will be exceedingly dressed, or garnished in this case, and we’ll read about all the beautiful Jewels that this city will be garnished in.

    Rev. #77~21:1-12 THE 12 GATES 10-30-10 Last time I told you why that I thought that the Lord Jesus could call out His Church just any time as I talked about the 7 dispensations of time, and that we are today in the closing hours ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Parting Councils Lesson 14 Series

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Mar 7, 2024
     | 421 views

    The first indication and fruit of the new life?

    1. What is always presented as the first indication and fruit of the new life? Love (v. 1; cf. 1 John 2:10-11). 2. What is one important way of manifesting the love of Christ? Being gracious to others (v. 2). 3. What is another characteristic of true Christian love? Kindness to those ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Anthony Zibolski avatar

    God Has A Positve Answer Series

    Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Apr 19, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,490 views

    We have questions and God still has the answers if we are willing to listen

    God has a positive answer Philippians 4:10-4:13 Introduction- We are still in the series looking for answers. It is our fifth week and we still have questions. We looked at why we do the things we do. Why we give, the principal and blessing that God has for faithfulness and obedience. Last ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    You Of Little Faith

    Contributed by Gaither Bailey on May 23, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,011 views

    Worrying does not add one second to our lives. We must learn to live in each moment with gratitude to God.

    Matthew 6: 24 – 34 / You Of Little Faith Intro: I heard about a 95 year old woman in a nursing home who received a visit from her pastor. The pastor asked her, “How are you feeling?” She said, “I’m worried sick!” The pastor said, “What are you worried about? You look like you’re in good ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    For This I Have Jesus

    Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Sep 17, 2013
    based on 1 rating
     | 8,360 views

    We are to lay aside anything in our life that hinders our course of running this race for our Lord, of living a life pleasing to Him. Knowing that He is all we need Who can fill every void in our life.

    Opening illustration: A Jewish man in Hungary went to his rabbi and complained, “Life is unbearable. There are nine of us living in one room. What can I do?” The rabbi answered, “Take your goat into the room with you.” The man was skeptical, but the rabbi insisted, “Do ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Deadly . . . Greed And Envy! Series

    Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Mar 10, 2018
    based on 1 rating
     | 11,362 views

    Continuing our look at the 7 Deadly Sins. Focusing on greed and envy as we seek to draw closer to God.

    7 Deadly Sins Greed and Envy March 11, 2018 The 2015 American Freshman Survey asked thousands of incoming students about their goals and aspirations. 81.9 % checked "becoming very well off financially" as an "essential" or "very important" life objective. That’s an astounding percentage. But ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Practical Faith Series

    Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Sep 9, 2013
     | 4,944 views

    The way of wisdom is a marathon that requires endurance, balance, perspective, and nurturing good relationships.

    Practical Faith (Proverbs 21:16-19) 1. We all do silly things. On blogger recalls, “A couple years back my debit card expired. Of course, the bank sent me a replacement card ahead of time. Once I received it, I called the number to activate it, and stuffed it into my wallet after cutting up ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Practiced For God’s Visitation-2

    Contributed by Byron Sherman on Nov 29, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,394 views

    2 of 2. John’s audience sought & received practical application in preparing for God’s visitation. How can we be practiced for God’s visitation? Practicing for God’s visit requires...

    PRACTICING For GOD’s VISITATION-II—Luke 3:10-14 Attention: People who are Practiced(experienced) at their job. Had done this before & were thus prepared. Need: If God were to come in absolute power, I don’t know that I’m ready for His arrival. I am unprepared for His ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Finding A Goal Worth Pursuing

    Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Nov 23, 2021
     | 3,035 views

    Finding your purpose, enjoying your relationship with God, and sharing his goodness with others is living the dream. Living one day like that is better than a thousand days away from God. It is a joy to serve and please God.

    Sermon: Finding A Goal Worth Pursuing Psalms 84:1 How lovely is Your dwelling place, O Lord of Hosts!2 My soul longs, yes, even faints for the courts of the Lord; my heart and my body cry out for the living God. 3 Yes, the sparrow has found a home and the swallow a nest for herself, where she ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    A Simple Prayer For Complicated Times

    Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Dec 3, 2020
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,090 views

    In a culture that wants to hear and tell lies and are obsessed with who has what and how much they have, this prayer is a breath of fresh air. Our culture is very self-centered but Agur's prayer is God-centered.

    Lessons From The Prayer of Agur Proverbs 30:7-9 Introduction: In recent years a lot of public attention has been focused on prayer. Our courts have banned prayer from public schools, public functions, and public display. And as we've seen in protest, regardless of opposition, it hasn't ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • T.J. Conwell avatar

    Psalm 16

    Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Jul 20, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 13,175 views

    A study of Psalm 16 showing how we must confess who God is, be content in His provision, and look forward to the reward and protection that He gives His people.

    Psalm 16 - This is a specific song of David that is written - Hebrew word that is used to describe this is "miktam" -- Literally a literary or musical term, refers to its content - When we are discouraged we can rejoice in the Lord - When we are feeling depressed we can sing to the Lord - ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Grand Promise Of Living Water

    Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Jul 20, 2021
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,644 views

    Jesus freely proclaimed his message of salvation to all. His grace is free, it is effectual in its operation, and its results are abiding, elevating, purifying, and saving power. By Faith we receive the grace of God, and our soul lives.

    Jesus delayed his coming to the feast of Tabernacle because his hour was not yet. Although his brothers attempted to push him forth, Jesus understood his assignment. Jesus arrived and stayed in the background till the fitting moment, and then he came boldly forward to deliver one of the freest and ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    When God Is Satisfied With Us

    Contributed by David Holman on Jan 24, 2016
     | 7,588 views

    Total Dependence on God

    When God is Satisfied with Us Acts 17:24-27 When is God most satisfied with us? Is He most satisfied with me I’m reading my Bible; is He is most satisfied with me when I’m doing good deeds; is He is most satisfied with me when I pray; is He is most satisfied with me when I’m working in the ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible