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  • Charles Jones avatar

    Though Delayed Promises Are Not Denied

    Contributed by Charles Jones on Sep 12, 2011
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     | 15,111 views

    Have you ever waited for something promised to you but it took a long time coming?

    2 Peter 3:9a say's," The Lord is not slack concerning his promise, as some men count slackness;" 2 Corinthians 1:20 say's, " For all the promises of God in him are yea, and in him Amen, unto the glory of God by us." Have you ever waited for something promised to you but it took a long time ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Our Collective Sin And The Infinite Mercy Of God Series

    Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jun 23, 2012
     | 4,218 views

    We have brought the HHS mandate for sterilization, contraception and abortion drugs upon ourselves, but if we repent, God will be merciful and forgiving.

    Our story from the Book of Chronicles today focuses on a troubling period in the history of the southern kingdom of Judah. This was the kingdom of David, who, despite his sin, was faithful to the Lord, the true God. But of all the kings of Judah, maybe four and a half were any good. The people ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

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    The Church's Leaders Series

    Contributed by Donald Mcculley on Mar 18, 2019
    based on 3 ratings
     | 5,981 views

    : “Everything rises or falls with leadership.” John Maxwell. The church is an organism (living, growing body). The organism must have organization. The organization must have oversight. That’s why he calls church leaders!

    THE CHURCH’S LEADERS I TIMOTHY 3:1-16 Introduction: “Everything rises or falls with leadership.” John Maxwell. The church is an organism (living, growing body). The organism must have organization. The organization must have oversight. That’s why he calls church leaders! I. The Picture of a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    God Chose Joseph, Just Like He Chose Mary

    Contributed by Jenny Franklin on Dec 25, 2021
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     | 1,504 views

    God hand-picked Joseph just like He hand-picked Mary. 

    We often think about God choosing Mary to be the mother of the Christ child. Let’s think about Joseph for a minute: Joseph is the man God chose to be Daddy to His Son! What kind of man would you choose for your child? — patient — kind —Firm but gentle —Slow to anger —Disciplines not in anger, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Epaenetus Series

    Contributed by John Lowe on Feb 25, 2022
     | 2,285 views

    Epaenetus is a personal Christian friend of Paul's at Rome to whom Paul sent his salutation in Romans 16:5.

    Epaenetus Epenetus ("praised") or Epaentus: is a saint in the Greek Orthodox Church and Roman Catholic Church, considered one of the seventy disciples, and may have been the first Bishop of Carthage or Cartagena. All that is known of him is told here. Epaenetus is a personal Christian ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Be Prepared To Suffer

    Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000
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    Introd.: motto of Boy Scouts = "Be Prepared" God's message to Joseph in Egypt = help the nation to be prepared for 7 years of famine doctors take much more time today than they used to to make sure patients understand and are prepared for the operation Illust.

    Introd.: motto of Boy Scouts = "Be Prepared" God's message to Joseph in Egypt = help the nation to be prepared for 7 years of famine doctors take much more time today than they used to to make sure patients understand and are prepared for the operation Illust. of not being prepared: Peter wants his ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Who Loves Jesus The Most?

    Contributed by Pat Cook on Oct 6, 2004
    based on 19 ratings
     | 2,871 views

    Quick outline message of the sinful woman who anointed Jesus with perfume, and the Pharisee Simon’s response to it. Some simple thoughts of how Jesus wants us to worship.

    Luke 7:36-50 – Who Loves Jesus the Most? During the tenure of the great orator Henry Ward Beecher, a visiting minister (Beecher’s brother) once substituted for the popular pastor. A large audience had already assembled to hear Beecher, and when the substitute pastor stepped into the pulpit, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Christingle Series

    Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Dec 11, 2001
    based on 77 ratings
     | 8,746 views

    The meaning of the Christingle

    Christingle What is Christingle? 1. Christingle actually means ‘Christ Light’ and celebrates the light of Jesus coming into the world. In John’s Gospel chapter 1 Jesus is described as the “light of men”. “The Light shines in darkness but the darkness has not overcome it” (Jn 1:5) However no ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    God Is Not In Trouble

    Contributed by Thomas Dibble on May 22, 2003
    based on 45 ratings
     | 8,173 views

    Sometimes we look at a certain situation and wonder if God can really take care of it. Let me assure you that God is not in trouble.

    Tell story of text: 2 Kings 6:8-18 Syrian king against Elisha God is not in trouble! Daniel in a den of lions Daniel 6:1-10 Vs. 10 Now when Daniel knew that the writing was signed God is not in trouble! 3 Hebrews in the fiery furnace Daniel 3:1-30 Vs. 16-18 we are not careful to answer you ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Can I Have Faith When I'll Get Burned If I Don't Bend Series

    Contributed by Brian Garner on Aug 8, 2003
    based on 31 ratings
     | 4,269 views

    When facing the fiery trials of life, will you compromise in order to get by, or will you stand firm?

    Can I Have Faith When I’ll Get Burned If I Don’t Bend? We Learn A Lot About Having Faith When Under Fire By Looking At The Answers Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego Gave When They Were Threatened To Bend Or Burn. The God We Serve Is ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Whose Life Is It Anyway?

    Contributed by Troy Mason on Aug 23, 2002
    based on 36 ratings
     | 3,080 views

    God’s grace gives us life

    Whose Life Is It Anyway? Eph 2:8-9 Introduction: What is life? It is to be saved. Salvation is to be assured of eternal life in heaven. Without salvation, we are dead; we just don’t know it. Keep it to yourself it’s my life. Go ahead with your own life, leave me alone. I. Grace - God’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Maintaining Romance In Marriage

    Contributed by David Ibeleme on Jun 28, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,029 views

    vital keys to maintain a romantic relationship

    MAINTAINING ROMANCE IN MARRIAGE Heb. 13:4; Gen. 18:10ff; Songs of Sol. 2:15ff 1. Value your relationship - Heb. 13:4. Your relationship with someone is the position you hold in respect of that person. 2. Appreciate your Partner - V spiritually (1 Pet. 3:7; Eph. 5), mentally (Gen. 2) and ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Equal In Dignity, Diverse In Function Series

    Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jun 21, 2009
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     | 3,809 views

    In our worship, we are all equal in dignity, but, as Jesus gave different ministries to his disciples, in and out of worship, we differ in function and service; that is the meaning of hierarchy.

    Solemnity of Peter and Paul June 29, 2009 The readings for this solemnity help us to understand how it is that Christ left us–as a gift–a hierarchical Church. I was reading some fairly recent articles in Pastoral Music recently, and came across a rather angry one from a nun who was complaining ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

  • Donald Minshew avatar

    Is The Sacrifice On Your Altar?

    Contributed by Donald Minshew on Jul 31, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 1,966 views

    This message explores the question of whether a believer is living as a sacrifice before the Lord.

    Is the sacrifice on your altar? 1. The identity of New Testament priests 1 Pt 2:9 – key: royal priesthood Reformation – sola Scritura; rediscovery of the role of the average believer (believer-priest) Not only are we the freest of kings, we are also priests forever, which is far more excellent ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Exploit The Circumstances Series

    Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Sep 3, 2001
    based on 24 ratings
     | 4,103 views

    Nehamiah exploits his circumstances

    II. HE EXPLOITED THE CIRCUMSTANCES Neh. 2:1-9. God often prepares people for a work by putting them in the right place. Nehemiah had an opportunity to present his request. He was probably, under the exile Jews in a unique position to do so effectively. Character: i) Obviously had a good ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican