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  • JM Raja Lawrence avatar

    God's Dreamer Boy: From Dreamer To Leader

    Contributed by Jm Raja Lawrence on Sep 11, 2023
    based on 2 ratings
     | 3,373 views

    In the story of Joseph, we find a compelling narrative of resilience, faith, and forgiveness. Explore with us as we uncover profound lessons from "God's Dreamer Boy."

    God's Dreamer Boy: From Dreamer to Leader Intro: In the captivating narrative of Joseph, we encounter a young dreamer whose remarkable journey unfolds through adversity and divine intervention. From a pit to the pinnacle of power, Joseph's story is a testament to unwavering faith, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    God Uses All Things For His Purposes

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 7, 2001
    based on 104 ratings
     | 8,050 views

    To lead the people to understand how Joseph’s enslavement is allowed to happen by God’s sovereign wisdom for the saving of many lives.

    Hard Times Joseph Becomes a Slave – Gen. 37;39:1-20 Preparation for The Teacher 1. Aim: To lead the people to understand how Joseph’s enslavement is allowed to happen by God’s sovereign wisdom for the saving of many lives. 2. Explanation of the Aim: There are times when we go through hardships ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    If You Want To Get Someone's Attention - Whisper

    Contributed by Curt Cizek on Aug 1, 2008
    based on 7 ratings
     | 10,003 views

    When God wants to get someone’s attention, He rarely shouts. Instead, He whispers by displaying to the world His "weakness" in Jesus’ death.

    -I don’t know if you remember the perfume commercial from the 1980’s where the woman squirts on some perfume and says, “If you want to get someone’s attention – whisper”? -Do you remember it? -I used to get a kick out of commercials and imitate some of them -I still use some of the lines from some ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    The Joy Of The Lord Is Your Strength PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 27, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 3,810 views

    Explore how the joy of the Lord serves as a deep-seated strength for believers, sustaining them through challenging times.

    Good morning, Church family! Today, we're going to dive into a powerful message from the book of Nehemiah, chapter 8, verse 10. Here's what the scripture says: "Nehemiah said, 'Go and enjoy choice food and sweet drinks, and send some to those who have nothing prepared. This day is holy to our Lord. ...read more

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    The First Melancholy Christmas

    Contributed by Terry Blankenship on Dec 22, 2006
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,859 views

    The Christmas season is a difficult time for some to celebrate when they have suffered tragedy during the year. That first Christmas also had their share of tragedies.

    Matthew 2:13-23 The First Melancholy Christmas Introduction – I Heard the Bells Henry Wadsworth Longfellow was filled with sorrow at the tragic death of his wife in a fire in 1861. The Civil War broke out that same year and it seemed this was an additional punishment. Two years later, Longfellow ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    "Friends"

    Contributed by Ray Scott on Jul 6, 2004
    based on 58 ratings
     | 26,243 views

    What does it take to be a true friend? What are the characteristics of a true friend? See how Jesus is your best friend ... the best friend you could ever have.

    “Friends” INTRODUCTION: Friends are wonderful things to have … AMEN? When I was over at Lisa Mathew’s house this week, I couldn’t help notice all the “friends” she had. That’s one of the blessings of growing up in a small community. You have friends that you grew up with … friends you went to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Chasing The Wind - Wisdom Series

    Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Apr 2, 2017
     | 12,652 views

    We all need the balance of wisdom in our life because it will help us balance the daily issues in life on this earth but it will also help us to balance the reality of eternity and Heaven. Wisdom will protect us and give us divine insight into how to live

    Series: Chasing the Wind Introduction to Series: Chasing the Wind Illustration Kites – Why --- Kites set up in sanctuary– We need to catch the wind if we want to sail into the spiritual realm and to find meaning and purpose for our lives. Just like kites need to catch the wind to sail we as ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Forgotten Element In Modern Marriage

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Feb 11, 2017
     | 5,546 views

    A call for purity in marriage for Christians.

    “Let marriage be held in honor among all, and let the marriage bed be undefiled, for God will judge the sexually immoral and adulterous.” [1] Marriage is under assault in this day. I sincerely doubt that the assault is as successful as some might imagine; nevertheless, marriage is under a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Christopher Arch avatar

    Choose To Trust God

    Contributed by Christopher Arch on Jul 25, 2020
    based on 1 rating
     | 8,216 views

    This is an exposition of Psalm 56:3-4

    Title: “Choose to Trust in God.” Scripture: Psalm 56:3-4 Type: Expository Where: GNBC 7-26-20 Intro: The last several months have given cause to increase the anxiety levels of everyone. Church attacks, in America and around the world are increasing exponentially. The Covid pandemic has seen a ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    If God Goes On Strike

    Contributed by Harold Branch on May 18, 2002
    based on 40 ratings
     | 13,225 views

    This is a sermon concerning the prayer offered by Solomon to God upon the complettion of the building of the temple and Gods response in II Chronicles.

    Many times in our social existence we hear of strikes being called. Strikes have a definite adverse effect on all of us. Strikes can cripple us in our everyday living and we lost the benefits that we so often take for granted. Baseball has suffered through a strike, football has suffered ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Dance Of Law And Grace

    Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Apr 30, 2006
    based on 9 ratings
     | 6,079 views

    There are ditortions and blessings of both law and grace. It is not one or the other, but a dance of the two.

    Elizabeth Elliot, in her book The Liberty of Obedience, tells the story of a young man who said to an older Christian, “I am in earnest about forsaking ‘the world’ and following Christ. But I am puzzled about worldly things. What is it I must forsake?” The response he received was this: ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Promises For Harvesters

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 19, 2006
    based on 28 ratings
     | 15,562 views

    Faith either moves mountains or tunnels through them. Eight encouraging promises for seed sowers.

    Promises for Harvesters (Isa. 54:1-17) Faith either moves mountains or finds a way to tunnel through any challenge. The people of Israel were reeling mentally, emotionally, physically and spiritually from a series of hardships. The northern kingdom of Israel suffered under the poor leadership ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    God's Double Blessings

    Contributed by Robert Donato on Nov 15, 2012
    based on 4 ratings
     | 12,184 views

    Sermon showing the tremendous blessings of God

    God’s Double Blessings I met Oscar in Jan 06. He looked unkempt with hair considerably too long, and a nervousness that was very apparent. I could see it in his eyes and see it in his actions. I knew he was the one I had come for. We loaded him in the car and took him home. Adjusting to ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

  • Senior Pastor Ndayiragije-Misigaro Joel avatar

    Blessed To Bless Others Series

    Contributed by Senior Pastor Ndayiragije-Misigaro Joel on Feb 27, 2023
     | 3,338 views

    That Jesus could feed such a large crowd from such meager means is a reminder of his power and the possibility of abundance that is available to all who put their faith in him, even in the face of apparent scarcity

    Blessed to bless others Written by Senior Pastor Ndayiragije-Misigaro Joel, February 27, 2023 Matthew 14:19 "And He directed the crowds to sit down on the grass. Taking the five loaves and the two fish and looking up to heaven, he spoke a blessing. Then He broke the loaves and gave them to ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Anointed To Witness And Serve - Week 4 - The Language Of Heaven Series

    Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Aug 20, 2019
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,101 views

    The language of Heaven is one of the facets of the sacred secret of God that was revealed at Pentecost.

    “Yet a time is coming and has now come when the true worshipers will worship the Father in spirit and truth, for they are the kind of worshipers the Father seeks. God is spirit, and his worshipers must worship in spirit and in truth.” (Jn 4:23-24 NIV) Jesus said that those who believe in Him ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational