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  • David Henderson avatar

    "God's Family....better Together" Series

    Contributed by David Henderson on Jun 20, 2017
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    If we trace God’s hand back to the book of Genesis and follow it through the OT we see God as the creator of two institutions. (1) The family and (2) the church. And we quickly realize that the two are very closely related.

    FAMILY MATTERS “God’s Family….Better Together” Acts 2:42-47 “I’m so glad I’m a part of the family of God, I’ve been washed in the fountain, cleansed by his blood, joint heirs with Jesus as we travel this side; I’m a part of the family, the family of God.” Have you heard that before? I certainly ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dr. Ronald Shultz avatar

    Better Than I Deserve

    Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Nov 6, 2013
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     | 7,958 views

    If you got what you deserved, what would that look like?

    One of the best pastors that I have ever served with always replies with “Better than I deserve” whenever someone asks him how he is doing. There is a bit of a debate over whether Dave Ramsey stole that phrase from him, but I have been using it as well. I think it is a good answer. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Mark Jones avatar

    Resolve A Better Relationship With God Series

    Contributed by Mark Jones on Jan 11, 2014
     | 5,874 views

    Last week we introduced RESOLVE. This week we begin with the most important resolution, a stronger relationship with God. This is part 1 of 3 parts. Here is the outline. The second part contains numerous Scriptures on the Fear of God from the ESV.

    When you think of God, what action verb comes to mind? The phrase “Thank the Lord” or “Thank God” appears approximately 8 times in Scripture. The phrase “Love the Lord” or “Love God” appears approximately 18 times in Scripture. The phrase ...read more

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    We're Better Togehter

    Contributed by Keith Broyles on Oct 7, 2014
     | 7,552 views

    You can’t fulfill God’s purposes for your life by yourself. We need Community.

    As Americans, we idolize independence. In America we have the Declaration of Independence. We like songs like, “I’ve Got to Be Me,” and “I’ll do it My Way.” We love the Lone Ranger and quickly forget the Lone Ranger had Tonto. But, we like the idea of being ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Mark Jones avatar

    Resolve A Better Relationship With People Series

    Contributed by Mark Jones on Feb 15, 2014
     | 3,594 views

    Last week we discussed what it meant to love with a testimony. This week we will talk about one major obstacle to loving biblically. Below is the outline notes to the message.

    In our relationship to God, we were challenged in a resolve to repent of our sins, to fear God more, to surrender our idols, to think with a godly mindset, to remember His sacrifice for us, and to love biblically. Loving biblically is not a feeling or an erotic passion. To love biblically takes ...read more

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    Jesus Guarantee Of A Better Covenant

    Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Feb 24, 2014
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    To prove that CHRIST is our Guarantor, and we are the debtors.

    I. EXORDIUM: Who's your Guarantor? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To prove that CHRIST is our Guarantor, and we are the debtors. IV. TEXT: Hebrews 7:22 (Amplified Bible) 7:22 In keeping with [the oath’s greater strength and force], Jesus has become the Guarantee of ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    New Years - A Change For The Better

    Contributed by Melvin Newland on Jan 8, 2020
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    Here are three suggestions, three ways, how each of us can make a change for the better in our life.

    MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK A CHANGE FOR THE BETTER TEXT: Philippians 3:10-14 (Phillips); Romans 12:4-5 (Msg) ILL. Years ago, a man ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Better That Christ Go To The Father

    Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on May 28, 2022
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    As we enter this week before Pentecost, we are reminded today why Jesus told us it’s better for us that He go to the Father.

    Monday of 7th week in Easter Acts 19: 1-8/John 16: 29-33 I suspect that we are all like the early Christians, like Mary Magdalene, wanting to cling to Jesus, wanting to be able to touch him and see him and hear his voice speaking words of love and tenderness and reassurance. Especially now when ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

  • Dr. Dave Hartson avatar

    God Is Better Than The Impossible Series

    Contributed by Dr. Dave Hartson on Aug 21, 2021
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     | 4,255 views

    If you were to do a word study from the Book of Hebrews, one word that keeps popping up is the word "better". Studying that word "better" challenged me to find other things that Jesus is better at that were not included in that Book of Hebrew's list.

    Introduction: If you were to do a word study from the Book of Hebrews, one word that keeps popping up is the word "better". At least twelve (12) times that word shows up in the text. Jesus is a better revelation; Jesus is a better priesthood; Jesus is a better hope, and Jesus is a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Obedience Better Than Sacrifice Series

    Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jan 14, 2022
     | 1,718 views

    Unlike any other nation, the Hebrews had a conviction, seared into their collective consciousness by the mighty deeds of God, that the one God, ruler of heaven and earth, had picked them out to be His special people.

    Monday of 2nd Week in Course 1 Sam 15: 16-23; Mark 2: 18-22 One of my friends who can’t attend daily Mass but devoutly reads the lessons each day was commenting on “how boring” the recent readings from Samuel are. Well, it’s good to be candid about your understanding of Scripture, but it’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

  • Wilson Oshorakpor avatar

    The Blood That Speaks Better Things

    Contributed by Wilson Oshorakpor on Sep 14, 2020
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    Jesus is the only mediator between God and man and the blood that was shed on the cross of calvary is the seal of this covenant. This blood of sprinkling speaks for the children of God.

    "And to Jesus the mediator of the new covenant, and to the blood of sprinkling, that speaketh better things than that of Abel." (Hebrews 12:24). Jesus is the only mediator between God and man. There is no other. Your Pastor or any man of God cannot mediate between you and God. Jesus ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Gift Is Better Than The Wages

    Contributed by Roger Hasselquist on Oct 3, 2021
     | 4,263 views

    Thankfully, Romans 6:23 does not end with the words the wages of sin is death. It continues with the promise we all need, saying that yes, death is the punishment for sin, “but the gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord.”

    Alba 10-3-2021 THE GIFT IS BETTER THAN THE WAGES Romans 6:23 Sin. There is that word again. It dogs us, it tempts us, and it uses us and tears us down. It is like a virus that doesn't go away. Sin is the virus that has infected the whole human race – there is no human cure for it and there ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Rev. Samuel Arimoro avatar

    Obedience Is Better Than Sacrifice Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 5, 2025
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    Obedience is the foundation of spiritual authority and divine favour. God does not accept substitutes for obedience—sacrifice, talent, position, or charisma cannot replace a heart yielded to Him.

    OBEDIENCE IS BETTER THAN SACRIFICE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Samuel 15:1-23 Supporting Texts: Deuteronomy 28:1-2, Proverbs 21:3, John 14:15, Isaiah 1:19-20, Hebrews 10:5-9 INTRODUCTION: God places a high premium on obedience. In His kingdom, obedience is not optional—it is the ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Jon Daniels avatar

    Two Are Better Than One Series

    Contributed by Jon Daniels on Oct 12, 2020
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    Based Ecc. 4:9-12 - This sermon encourages believers to develop intentional relationships within the Body of Christ.

    “TWO ARE BETTER THAN ONE” Ecc. 4:9-12 FBCF – 10/11/20 Jon Daniels INTRO – I want to jump right into this sermon today & get to the text as quickly as we can. Today: INTENTIONAL RELATIONSHIPS. All of us need some intentional relationships that will keep us moving forward in our walk w/ Christ. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Love Is Better Than Miracles Series

    Contributed by Scott Maze on Jun 4, 2021
     | 3,022 views

    You’ll be like the Christmas tree that you remove from your house after the holidays. It is planted in a metal tree holder, the needles will fall off the moment you try to pick it up. The person who hasn’t experienced the love of Christ is nicely decorated but falls apart when handled.

    Ron and Patti had been married for twelve years and have two children. Patti had grown up with believing parents as they attended church where she grew up in the area. Ron was born in Ada, Oklahoma to hard working parents. His father had served in the Vietnam War and neither parent felt church was ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist