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  • Mike Rickman avatar

    The Battle Belongs To The Lord

    Contributed by Mike Rickman on Aug 30, 2022
    based on 1 rating
     | 9,204 views

    We are in a fight but we've already won if we hold to God's Word.

    The Battle Belongs to the Lord A man had a dream where he saw two gated corrals and in one pen there were sheep – in the other goats. As he sat on top of the fence in between and he watched as Jesus came out and led the sheep out of the pen to their eternal reward. Then he watched as the devil ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Living By Faith Series

    Contributed by Joshua Blackmon on May 28, 2025
     | 565 views

    We are justified and sustained not by our own works or perfection, but by trusting the Faithful One.

    Habakkuk Bible Study – Week 2: Living by Faith A. Review Week 1 – The Prophet's First Complaint (1:1–11) - Habakkuk opens with a raw complaint: “How long, Lord?” He sees injustice, violence, and destruction. - God’s surprising answer: He is raising up the Babylonians (Chaldeans) as ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Transitions

    Contributed by Peter Thelander on Oct 31, 2001
    based on 39 ratings
     | 7,888 views

    A message from the lay leader on the changing of pastors.

    Transitions I. A look at this change in pastors A. Subtitle – Why do United Methodists seem to torture themselves every few years by changing pastors? II. History lesson A. Methodism goes back to a renewal movement in the Church of England in the 1700’s 1. Footnote: Church of England is also ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

  • David Fox avatar

    Don't Be Negligent Now! (Pt.1) Series

    Contributed by David Fox on Nov 10, 2001
    based on 98 ratings
     | 9,915 views

    Two part series on the cleansing of the temple.

    Don’t Be Negligent Now! (Pt.1) “The temple worship remembered” 2Chronicles 29:1-11 1 Hezekiah became king when he was twenty-five years old, and he reigned twenty-nine years in Jerusalem. His mother’s name was Abijah the daughter of Zechariah. 2And he did what was ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    All Who Are Thirsty

    Contributed by John Dobbs on Nov 21, 2025
     | 247 views

    “To hunger and thirst for God is at the very root of our being. It’s the way God made us. When there is no hunger for the presence of God, it is an indicator that something is wrong spiritually.” - Dave Butts

    All Who Are Thirsty, Come   Isaiah 55:1-13 Introduction “To hunger and thirst for God is at the very root of our being. It’s the way God made us. When there is no hunger for the presence of God, it is an indicator that something is wrong spiritually.” - Dave Butts Scripture is ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Dennis Selfridge avatar

    The Bible Is The Supreme Weapon We Possess For Spiritual Success

    Contributed by Dennis Selfridge on Apr 25, 2003
    based on 64 ratings
     | 4,780 views

    How to use the Word of God to be spiritually secure.

    Introduction: Expiration dates are printed on just about everything nowadays, even on soda pop cans. One place you will not find an expiration date, however, is on salt. Ever hear anyone say, "This salt tastes old. It must not be very fresh"? Probably not. Salt never goes stale. Jesus said, "Salt ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    Vessels Fit For The Master's Use

    Contributed by Donald Carpenter on Jan 18, 2003
    based on 79 ratings
     | 46,183 views

    There are vessels of earth with limited use and effectiveness, and there are vessels of Gold and Silver usful for every good work. Which one are you?

    Vessels Fit For The Master’s Use – Part I II Timothy 2:19-26 Preached Sunday, January 5, 2003 Introduction: My prayer and personal theme for this year is "Lord, please use me in 2003!" Our life is short and fragile; riches pass, personal pleasure is empty… the only thing that will outlive me ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Wade Martin Hughes, Sr avatar

    Que Sera Sera? What Will Be Wil Be?

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Feb 14, 2003
    based on 34 ratings
     | 7,432 views

    The attitude of QUE SERA SERA is spilling into the hearts of God’s people, we need a plan to break all that binds. (Story of brown bear)

    QUE SERA SERA, WHAT WILL BE WIL BE... By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com Zacharus went out on a limb to see Jesus. Most today will not venture their neck or nothing for spiritual success. So we find failure on earth. WHAT IS THE PURPOSE OF LIFE? IF YOU DON’T KNOW LIFE’S PURPOSE HOW ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Return Of The King

    Contributed by Mike Wilkins on Apr 24, 2006
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,725 views

    Jesus invites us into his kingdom – to join him in the rebuilding of this world. Will you join him?

    Mark 11:1-11 Palm Sunday, 2006 Return of the King An Allegory From the Orthodox Church: Once upon a time there was a good and kind king who had a great kingdom with many cities. In one distant city, some people took advantage of the freedom the king gave them and started doing evil. They ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    How Big Is Your But?

    Contributed by Frank Jackson on May 13, 2006
    based on 145 ratings
     | 54,490 views

    It’s the IF’S, AND’s and BUTS in life that get us. It almost got Naaman! The story of Naaman is a story of pride, self-centeredness, obedience, confession and conversion. It has caused all those who have heard the story to reflect deeply about their own l

    Biblical Text: 2 Kings 5: 1-14 Psalm 30: 11 1 Now Naaman, captain of the host of the king of Syria, was a great man with his master, and honorable, because by him the LORD had given deliverance unto Syria: he was also a mighty man in valor, but he was a leper. 2 And the Syrians had gone out by ...read more

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    Denomination: Disciples Of Christ

  • Tim Patrick avatar

    Portrait Of A Great Man

    Contributed by Tim Patrick on May 31, 2006
    based on 15 ratings
     | 11,730 views

    This sermon examines the qualities of great leaders, using Mordecai as an example.

    Tomorrow we commemorate Memorial Day. Memorial Day is the day when we commemorate the sacrifice of many great people who died serving our country. We would not be here were it not for the sacrifice of these great Americans. Many people have sacrificed to make it possible for us to enjoy the many ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Are Your Prayers On Vacation?

    Contributed by Greg Frazier on Jul 20, 2005
    based on 37 ratings
     | 6,427 views

    In order to know God you have to spend time talking to Him. You cannot take a vacation from prayer.

    Are Your Prayers On Vacation? Talking to God Daniel 6:1-28 / Ephesians 6:18 During this month we are looking at the themes from this years VBS - Serengeti Trek. Serengeti Trek takes place during the last week of this month and by then we will have a good grasp of what the children will be ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Word Of God = Good News

    Contributed by Tim Zingale on Jan 19, 2004
    based on 76 ratings
     | 10,082 views

    A sermon for the 3rd Sunday after the Epiphany Jesus is the Word of God

    3rd Sunday after the Epiphany Luke 4:14-21 The Word of God = Good News   14 ¶ And Jesus returned in the power of the Spirit into Galilee, and a report concerning him went out through all the surrounding country. 15 And he taught in their synagogues, being glorified by all. 16 And he came to ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Jerry Shirley avatar

    The Gospel Of Jesus: B.c. To A.d. Series

    Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Mar 9, 2006
    based on 75 ratings
     | 8,201 views

    Christ in the Old Testament--Before He walked the earth as the God Man, He was present in types, pictures, prophecies, and in reality! Link included to formatted text and PowerPoint Presentation.

    The Gospel of Jesus – B.C. to A.D. Matthew 1:1-17 Matthew 1:1-3 The book of the generation of Jesus Christ, the son of David, the son of Abraham. [2] Abraham begat Isaac; and Isaac begat Jacob; and Jacob begat Judas and his brethren; [3] And Judas begat Phares and Zara of Thamar; and Phares ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Larry Moore avatar

    America 935 B. C.

    Contributed by Larry Moore on Mar 11, 2006
    based on 31 ratings
     | 11,486 views

    A comparison of America today with Isaiah 3:1-26.

    America 935 B.C. Isaiah 3:1-26 You don’t have to tell me. I know that America didn’t exist in 935 B.C., but she sure was described. In the chapter of Isaiah that we’re going to look at today he’s talking to and about Israel. But when we look at the circumstances that are described it could just ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible