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  • Edward Hardee avatar

    Creating Space For The Holy Spirit

    Contributed by Edward Hardee on Mar 15, 2022
     | 1,740 views

    A message about being used by the Holy Spirit

    Creating Space for the Holy Spirt Act 3:1-10 Now Peter and John went up together to the temple at the hour of prayer, the ninth hour. (2) And a certain man lame from his mother's womb was carried, whom they laid daily at the gate of the temple which is called Beautiful, to ask alms from ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    The Prayer Of Jabez

    Contributed by John Knight on Jul 22, 2003
    based on 27 ratings
     | 8,971 views

    A look at Wilkinson’s book of the same name.

    The Prayer Of Jabez May 5, 2002 1 Chronicles 4:9-10 Now Jabez was more honorable than his brothers, and his mother called his name Jabez, saying, "Because I bore him in pain." And Jabez called on the God of Israel saying, "Oh, that You would bless me indeed, and enlarge my territory, that ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

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    Victory

    Contributed by John Kapteyn on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 14 ratings
     | 7,279 views

    1. Last week we saw the destruction of Babylon, which marked the end of the history of this world in its present form.

    1. Last week we saw the destruction of Babylon, which marked the end of the history of this world in its present form. Babylon was destroyed forever. 2. Today we again see the destruction of Babylon, but from the perspective of heaven. Rather than a scene of lamenting we see a scene of joy. 3. ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Made Holy, Able And Ready By God

    Contributed by Eloy Gonzalez on Mar 14, 2004
    based on 74 ratings
     | 6,373 views

    Lent 3: Moses walked on holy ground and was commissioned to accomplish God’s purposes. We consider holiness, qualifications and efficacy of ministry in this message.

    There’s a cute little story of Moses appearing in the Rose Garden of the White House. When the White House staff recognized this important visitor, they quickly rushed in and told the President. He too was impressed and so he rushed out to welcome Moses. But to everyone’s shock, the very moment ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Happy Birthday To The Church

    Contributed by Craig Condon on May 23, 2015
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     | 9,936 views

    Pentecost is also the day when we remember the countless ways in which the Holy Spirit shapes the Church as an institution and ourselves as individuals.

    Happy Birthday to you Happy Birthday to you Happy Birthday dear Church Happy Birthday to you! Today, we are celebrating the birthday of the church. On the day of Pentecost over 2,000 years ago, the Holy Spirit came to the disciples, and through the Holy Spirit the church was born. It is a time ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

  • Erik Estep avatar

    The Bible Is The Word Of God Series

    Contributed by Erik Estep on Feb 1, 2006
    based on 6 ratings
     | 5,579 views

    In this Scripture we see one of the strongest statements there is for the authenticity, the wealth and the power of the Bible

    Intro: During the Great Depression, there was a man named Yates who lived in Texas and owned a sheep ranch. But his financial situation was so strained he knew it was only a matter of time before he lost everything. -Every day Yates and his family did all they could to keep food on the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Transcendent Beauty Of God

    Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Jan 29, 2022
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     | 4,385 views

    Beauty reveals God in the external manifestation of His presence and the quality of His greatness, authority, dignity, preeminence, power, perfection and majesty - A multi-part message.

    Beauty is the possession and characteristic of God and is one of the qualities which are distinctive of Him. It emphasizes the form in which He reveals Himself in the external manifestation of His presence and the quality of His greatness, authority, dignity, preeminence, power, perfection, and ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    How Suffering Can Be A Gift Series

    Contributed by Glenn Durham on May 4, 2010
    based on 7 ratings
     | 6,674 views

    God stacks up treasures for his people through our suffering for his sake.

    Scripture Introduction Jesus calls us blessed when reviled and persecuted on his account. We hear that and probably grit our teeth and determine to bear it should the need arise. The possibility of suffering frightens, and the culture of comfort surrounding us suggests we avoid situations where ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Faith, Fear, And Failure

    Contributed by David Hicks on Feb 1, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 9,343 views

    There is no failure for those who step out in faith. The only failure is when we live in fear and do not follow God.

    Faith, Fear, and Failure Matthew 14:22-33 How willing are you to take a step of faith into the unknown? Are you a person who like to play it safe, get all your ducks lined up in a row, do your pro-con sheet and then timidly step forward, or are you someone who enjoys the thrill of jumping out ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

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    Famous Last Words: Follow Paul's Advice Series

    Contributed by Darren Mccormick on Jan 11, 2006
    based on 7 ratings
     | 6,493 views

    This was my last sermon with SCC closing out a 12 year ministry with them.

    AM Sermon preached at Syria Christian Church January 30, 2005 Famous Last Words: Follow Paul’s Advice [SHOW SLIDE WITH WATER JUGS DURING COMMUNION----TITLE SLIDE DURING OFFERING] In 2 Timothy 4, verses 6-8 we read what many believe are Paul’s most famous last words---- [SCRIPTURE SLIDES] 6 ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Shane West avatar

    From Cocaine To The Calling Series

    Contributed by Shane West on Jan 11, 2002
    based on 44 ratings
     | 10,014 views

    Shane West’s conversion...

    Thank you for your interest in what God did in the life of Shane West! It is my prayer that God ministers to you through “My Story” – Shane West I wish you could see where God’s brought me from. The best testimony that you can have is your own, whatever God has done for you. Let me start by ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Rick Gillespie- Mobley avatar

    How Much Truth Do We Want

    Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on May 21, 2012
    based on 6 ratings
     | 7,669 views

    This sermon is an African American Evangelical's response to President Barak Obama's announcement of support for Gay Marriage.

    How Much Truth Do We Want May 20, 2012 Genesis 2:15-25 1 Corinthians 6:1-20 For those of you who have watched Star Trek or are sci-fi fans, every once in a while you will see an episode about an alternate universe. Something happens and a person is put in this alternate universe in ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • David Dykes avatar

    Failure Isn't Fatal Series

    Contributed by David Dykes on Jan 29, 2018
    based on 3 ratings
     | 25,036 views

    When it comes to failure and sin in your life, you have two options. You can try to hide it, or you can admit it.

    INTRODUCTION This is a message about how to overcome failure. If you’ve never failed, then you are free to leave now so you can beat the Methodists to the restaurants. But if you’ve ever failed, God has a word for you today. Let me tell you the true story of Walter. He grew up in a very ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dr. Odell Belger avatar

    Hello, My Name Is Elohim ( Series On The Names Of God - #1)

    Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Oct 2, 2024
     | 874 views

    In this series, we are going to talk about the many names of God.

    It is interesting to study the origin of names. Humor: We are told that the Chinese get their names for their children by throwing a metal pan against a block wall and when it lands on the floor making the noise “Ping Pong Wong” that is what they name their children. Of course, I am only ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Alan Tison avatar

    When People Disappoint Us Series

    Contributed by Alan Tison on Jun 17, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 9,973 views

    All of us have lost our joy because of people, by what they say and what they do, and no doubt, we too have contributed to steal the joy of others by our actions as well. Yet we have to live and work with people, we cannot isolate ourselves and still live

    If you area teenager you sometimes feel as if it is your parents job to embarrass you or to make your life difficult. In honor of Father’s Day, I came across the 9 things a teenage daughter does not want to hear from her dad. 10. “Let me explain what ’deductible’ means on car insurance.” 9. ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ