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  • John Thompson Ritchie avatar

    The Work Of God

    Contributed by John Thompson Ritchie on Aug 4, 2014
    based on 4 ratings
     | 9,341 views

    Content covers the subjects of seeking Jesus for the wrong reasons, being vs. doing something for Jesus, the will & work of God is to know Jesus personally.

    The Work of God John 6:29 says, "Jesus answered and said unto them, This is the work of God, that ye believe on him whom he hath sent." Earlier in John Chapter 6, Jesus had just fed 5,000 men, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Why Did Jesus Receive Those People?

    Contributed by Bryan Beverly on Aug 16, 2014
     | 4,869 views

    This message uses the three parables on lostness to remind us that regardless of the reason or degree of being lost, we are still valuable in the eyes of God.

    Now all the tax collectors and sinners were coming near to listen to him. 2And the Pharisees and the scribes were grumbling and saying, “This fellow welcomes sinners and eats with them.” 3So he told them this parable: 4“Which one of you, having a hundred sheep and losing one of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • David Simpson avatar

    Persecution - What's A Christian To Do?

    Contributed by David Simpson on Aug 18, 2014
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    Persecution of Christians is occurring all around the world. Even in America, some Christians are being pressured and criticized. What is the Christian response to persecution?

    Sermon Lanier Christian Church August 17, 2014 David Simpson Persecution - What's a Christian to do? Matthew 5:38-45/1 Peter 4:12-19 Christians have made the news this past week...not for recognizing their noble service...but for suffering...for persecution. Christians in northern ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    How To Be Joyful In Any Situation

    Contributed by Bradley Kellum on Sep 23, 2009
    based on 64 ratings
     | 15,303 views

    "In everything give thanks". Sound impossible? Paul shares with us the secrets of being joyful in any situation we face in life.

    “How To Be Joyful In Any Situation” “Give thanks in everything, for this is God’s will (for you) in Christ Jesus.” – 1 Thessalonians 5:18 (CSB) Thoughts on Gratitude: 1. Gratitude is the attitude that keeps my life flying at a steady altitude regardless of the storm I’m in. 2. Being thankful is ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jason Jones avatar

    Xenophobia Series

    Contributed by Jason Jones on Oct 8, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,915 views

    Exposition of Acts 28:11-16 about the hospitality shown to the Apostle Paul on his last few weeks of being transported to Rome

    Text: Acts 28:11-16, Title: Xenophobia, Date/Place: NRBC, 10/11/09, AM A. Opening illustration: Clark Griswold’s determination to have a good old fashion family Christmas, the story of Maria with eight children in El Salvador in wartime, and the four eggs B. Background to passage: After recovering ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Unused Gospel

    Contributed by Johnny Carver on Oct 23, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,602 views

    The Gospel is being neglected and the lost are suffering as a result. We must embrace the use of the greatest and most powerful tool we have as a Christian.

    Scripture: Mark 16:1 – 6 Title: “An Unused Gospel” Introduction: There’s a story about a wealthy man who was terminally ill. The doctor said, "There’s only “one thing” that will save you. “A brain transplant.” - It’s an experimental operation. And it’s very expensive." The wealthy guy said, - ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Charlie Roberts avatar

    It’s Time To Report For Active Duty

    Contributed by Charlie Roberts on Feb 26, 2013
    based on 5 ratings
     | 22,162 views

    One word from God, the strength it gives, can take you from where you are, to where you need to be,

    It’s time to report, for active duty! Ill. On the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month of 1918, the world celebrated! WHY? Because World War I was over. President Woodrow Wilson issued a proclamation to celebrate Armistice Day on November 11. In 1938, the day was declared a national ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Where From Here

    Contributed by Billy Ricks on Jan 4, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,245 views

    Where in life does your spiritual map say you are? What will get you to where God wants you to be.

    Intro: The book of Joshua is almost like a spiritual soap opera. Soap operas are for entertainment, the book of Joshua is for our edification and encouragement. The book of Joshua is perfect for us today. Joshua is transitioning into point leadership of the nation of Israel. There are great ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Worst Excuse Ever Series

    Contributed by Stephen Collins on Jan 6, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,297 views

    Part 14 of "Being the Church," focusing on the importance of following God’s leading when He asks us to make spiritual decisions.

    Stephen N. Collins Millville – 9/21/08 Being the Church The Worst Excuse Ever Scriptures: Acts 24:10-27 Intro: The prophet Joel described life as a valley of decision, (Joel 3:14) “Multitudes, multitudes in the valley of decision! For the day of the LORD is near in the valley of decision.” ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

  • Ray Ellis avatar

    Is Perfect Loved Possible?

    Contributed by Ray Ellis on Jan 12, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,311 views

    What does Jesus mean when he said: “Be perfect, therefore as your heavenly Father is perfect?” Matthew 5:48

    Is Perfect Love Possible? I Corinthians 13:1-7 Matthew 22:37-38 What does Jesus mean when he said: “Be perfect, therefore as your heavenly Father is perfect?” Matthew 5:48 To answer this question are going to look at three different aspects of God’s love. 1. Understanding God’s Love. 2. God’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Free Methodist

  • Johnny Wilson avatar

    When We Are Called To Those Who Are Hostile

    Contributed by Johnny Wilson on Feb 15, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,657 views

    After being abused and accused by his fellow Jews, Jeremiah’s counsel was sought and ignored. Modern believers need to take note.

    If I hadn’t had a similar, though less lethal, experience, I probably wouldn’t relate to that scene in “The Godfather” where the old Mafioso tells the young boss how the traitor would try to kill him after his death. With me, we were in a nice restaurant in San Francisco (my executive editor and I) ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

  • Chris Stevens avatar

    Beyond The Turkey

    Contributed by Chris Stevens on Dec 16, 2008
     | 3,204 views

    During this season of being thankful as Christians it goes beyond a table filled with food and turkey, making thanksgiving a part of our daily life.

    The word thankful means to be glad or relieved about something, and to have a feeling or expressing of gratitude. How’s your thanksgiving this morning? How’s your joy? Is life weighing you down with worry? Doubt? Relationships in your life causing problems in your daily walk? You’re not ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Nathan Johnson avatar

    What Is This Thing Called Separation?

    Contributed by Nathan Johnson on Dec 18, 2008
     | 6,779 views

    God has designed His believers to be distinctive without being stuck up. The lesson learned from this Scripture is how to be in the world but not of the world.

    What is This Thing Called Separation? Griffith Baptist Church – 12/21/08 P.M. Service Text: Nehemiah 13:1-6 Key verse: Nehemiah 13:3 - Now it came to pass, when they had heard the law, that they separated from Israel all the mixed multitude. Premise: God has designed His believers to be ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Robert Drake avatar

    Coming Clean For Christ

    Contributed by Robert Drake on Feb 21, 2009
    based on 10 ratings
     | 5,160 views

    If the LMPD received orders from the Supreme Court to arrest all Christians, would they find enough evidence to convict you of being a Christian?

    Coming Clean for Christ - 2 Corinthians 4:3-6 If the LMPD received orders from the Supreme Court to arrest all Christians, would they find enough evidence to convict you of being a Christian? There’s an old Gospel song by Grammy Award Winner Larnell Harris that asks the question, “Would they find ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Brian Credille avatar

    My Redeemer Is Faithful And True

    Contributed by Brian Credille on Jun 21, 2009
    based on 8 ratings
     | 8,448 views

    Though we are often not as faithful to Jesus as we should be, we can know for certain that our Redeemer is always Faithful and True!

    Aren’t you thankful that our Lord Jesus Christ is more faithful than we are? As faithful and true as we may try to be, we know that we are imperfect. But we follow a Lord who has been perfectly faithful and true to us and to His Word! These verses show the contrast between the faithfulness of Jesus ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist