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  • Richard Tow avatar

    How To Get Free From A Stubborn Habit

    Contributed by Richard Tow on Jul 18, 2017
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     | 12,906 views

    Many sincere Christians are caught in a trap. They have a habit that is extremely hard to change, perhaps an addiction. This message talks about what it takes to break free.

    John 10:10 6/19/16 Intro Jesus said (in John 10:10), “The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy; I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full” (NIV).1 God’s purpose for every child of God is that we would live a rich, full, rewarding life. God wants you and me to enjoy ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    Improving Your Relationships

    Contributed by Richard Tow on Jul 18, 2017
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     | 10,031 views

    . This message provides a few exhortations on how to have healthy personal relationships. How do I have close relationships that don’t become controlling or co-dependent? How do I handle times when relationships are rocky?

    Matthew 22:39 7/3/16 Intro The two great commandments are: “You shall love the LORD your God with all your heart, with all your soul, and with all your mind.” And “You shall love your neighbor as yourself.”1 According to what Jesus said in Matt. 22:37-39, it is all about relationships: our ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    Two Sides Of Faith

    Contributed by Richard Tow on Jul 26, 2017
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     | 13,298 views

    “Two Sides of Faith.” One side of faith looks very inactive on the surface. It is David waiting for the signal from God. The other side is obviously active. As soon as the light turns green, it moves and it moves boldly. Sermon explores these two aspects

    2 Sam. 5:22-25 5.17.15 In our text this morning, David has become king over all twelve tribes of Israel. He has conquered Jerusalem and made it his new capital, and He had dealt a defeat to the Philistines at Rephaim. But now they have rallied their troops and come against him again. Follow with ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    Gideon - The Mighty Man Of Valor - Part 1 Of A Series Series

    Contributed by Larry Semore on Jul 31, 2017
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     | 26,930 views

    A seven part series on Gideon starting with the condition and crisis of Israel in it's backslidden state, the selection of Gideon, the process of his development and finally his overcoming victory and destruction of the enemy.

    Gideon - The Mighty Man of Valor Part 1 of a Series Intro: I love to preach Series. You know, where you teach on a thought or topic for several weeks in a row. One of my favorite Old Testament guys is Gideon. With that being said, today we will begin a series of sermons about the life and times ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    The Forgotten Conscience

    Contributed by Roy Sommerville on Aug 5, 2017
     | 7,588 views

    A biblical analysis of the conscience which will demonstrate that the conscience is the key to living a Christ honouring life.

    The Forgotten conscience. The conscience is a topic you don’t hear much about these days. It’s becoming a lost asset in our culture. The conscience is what makes the difference between doing the right thing and the wrong thing. It’s what makes the difference between being exposed to danger and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Law And Grace Series

    Contributed by John Oscar on Aug 17, 2017
     | 7,150 views

    Ending the 10 Commandment Series we explore the relationship between law and grace.

    Law & Grace CCCAG August 13th, 2017 Scripture- Romans 7:14-24 About 14 years ago, I was driving to work when I got a phone call that they had a critical care transport coming out of a local hospital that they needed me to handle as I was the only ventilator trained medic that was available, and I ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    The Refiner's Fire

    Contributed by Sam Mccormick on Aug 18, 2017
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     | 50,472 views

    The prophet Malachi wrote that the Lord would send his messenger of the covenant, and asks, "who can stand when he appears? For he is like a refiner's fire and like fullers' soap." What is the answer to Malachi's question?

    THE REFINER’S FIRE Malachi 3:1-6 I. Introduction – Malachi says that at his appearing Jesus will be like a refiner’s fire, or launderer’s soap. The Israelites had a question, not unlike a question we might ask. Our main text is in answer to a question from the Israelites: Mal 2:17 - You have ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Day Of Reckoning Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Aug 28, 2017
    based on 6 ratings
     | 33,076 views

    The story of the "handwriting on the wall" is God's way of reminding us that there will be a day of judgment. What can we learn from God's warning to this King?

    In 1883, the greatest volcanic explosion in modern history took place. Krakatoa, a volcano in Indonesia, exploded and shot 6 cubic miles of debris 24 miles up into the stratosphere. Its shock wave traveled around the world 7 times, and its debris fell more than 2000 miles away. The official ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Hey Jude Don't Be Afraid Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Sep 3, 2017
    based on 4 ratings
     | 26,789 views

    Jude speaks of people who "infiltrate" the church to damage it. Who are they and why do they do that? And how can we "contend for the Faith" when faced with these kinds of folks?

    It was the winter of 1944. The German army was in a desperate situation and ultimately launched what became known as the Battle of the Bulge. A key part of their strategy was to disrupt and mis-direct reinforcements that the Allies would be sending into the battle. They called it “Operation ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Focus Series

    Contributed by John Oscar on Mar 26, 2017
    based on 1 rating
     | 16,231 views

    Pastor John preaches on the benefits of meditating on God and the truth found in scripture

    Focus CCCAG March 26th, 2017 Scripture: Psalm 1:1-3 There is a story from about 100 years ago of a city boy spending the summer with his grandparents on their farm. Being from the city, he wasn’t used to having to do chores all day like you have to on a farm. One of the chores he didn’t like ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Our Great King Series

    Contributed by C. Philip Green on Apr 6, 2017
     | 9,772 views

    Don't hesitate to submit to Jesus as your King, because He is a righteous, reigning, rescuing and rich King.

    Bill Klem was the father of baseball umpires: colorful, judicious, and dignified. He was passionate about the game, which he officiated for 37 years, including 18 world series. He was the first umpire to use arm signals while working behind home plate and became known as “the Old Arbitrator”, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    Clean Hands

    Contributed by Dr. William D. Poovey on Apr 29, 2017
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,283 views

    Clean Hands USA 2nd Chance

    Clean Hands USA 2nd Chance Ezekiel 33:1-6 Again the word of the LORD came unto me, saying, 2 Son of man, speak to the children of thy people, and say unto them, When I bring the sword upon a land, if the people of the land take a man of their coasts, and set him for their watchman: ...read more

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    Denomination: Foursquare

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    Hear The Voice Of The Lord

    Contributed by Dr. William D. Poovey on Apr 29, 2017
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     | 9,920 views

    Hear the Voice of the Lord

    Hear the Voice of the Lord,” Come Forth “ John 11:1-11 Now a certain man was sick, named Lazarus, of Bethany, the town of Mary and her sister Martha. 2 It was that Mary which anointed the Lord with ointment, and wiped his feet with her hair, whose brother Lazarus was sick. 3 Therefore his ...read more

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    Denomination: Foursquare

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    Arise And Build

    Contributed by Dean Morgan on Apr 30, 2017
    based on 2 ratings
     | 53,392 views

    Six principles that Nehemiah practiced in building the walls. These six principles if followed will help in building the Kingdom of God in your area.

    Historical Background Because of King Solomon’s sins, the kingdom of Israel split into two parts. The northern tribes were ruled initially by Jeroboam and the southern tribes (Judah and Benjamin) were ruled by Rehoboam. Both kingdoms continued to be characterized by idolatry and immorality. ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Peter Speaks - A First Person Narrative Series

    Contributed by Jamie Bogaard on May 2, 2017
     | 14,916 views

    Peter speaks about some of his experiences with Jesus over the past three years. He recounts the struggles and emotions of what happens during Holy Week. Where is Jesus? Is he really alive? What does the mean?

    Peter Speaks Various accounts from the gospels about Holy Week EASTER – April 16, 2017 You are welcome to use this first person narrative. It was a joy to write and a joy to share. I was just finishing a series on Peter but it could be used anytime but especially around Good ...read more

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    Denomination: Friends