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  • Charles Mallory avatar

    Shalom!

    Contributed by Charles Mallory on Oct 17, 2024
     | 669 views

    Peace with God comes only through our relationship with Jesus. We can build this relationship through prayer and obedience.

    SHALOM! PEACE! JESUS OFFERS US THE GIFT OF HIS PEACE. IT IS THROUGH JESUS CHRIST AND OUR OBEDIENCE TO HIM, THAT WE CAN EXPERIENCE A PEACE AS STATED IN PHILIPPIANS 4:7 THAT WILL NOT ONLY SURPASS ALL UNDERSTANDING, BUT WILL KEEP OUR HEARTS AND OUR MINDS SECURLY GUARDED AGAINST THE ENEMY. THE REASON ...read more

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    Denomination: Free Methodist

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    Walking In The Fear Of The Lord

    Contributed by Kyle Campbell on Jun 1, 2022
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    In writing about the early church, Luke recorded that they walked in the “fear of the Lord” (Acts 9:31). This is the only time this expression occurs in the New Testament, although it occurs twenty-six times in the Old Testament (NKJV).

    Introduction. In writing about the early church, Luke recorded that they walked in the “fear of the Lord” (Acts 9:31). This is the only time this expression occurs in the New Testament, although it occurs twenty-six times in the Old Testament (NKJV). In writing to the church at Philippi, Paul told ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Reflective Christian

    Contributed by Jess Bousa on Dec 13, 2005
    based on 24 ratings
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    Life can be narrowed down to two outcomes, either you will live life as a reflection of God or a shadow of this world, when people see you what do they see?

    It is strange how life works out sometimes. Sometimes people, who show the greatest potential, fizzle out and nothing ever really comes of them. And other times people who never really seem to have it all together, end up beating the odds, and actually make something of themselves. For instance, ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Marilyn Murphree avatar

    "Commitment To Serve" Series

    Contributed by Marilyn Murphree on Mar 21, 2003
    based on 106 ratings
     | 83,673 views

    God has gifted you for the purpose of serving.

    Impact Series #4 Commitment to Serve Iliff and Saltillo UM Churches November 10, 2002 Commitment to Serve I Peter 4:10-12 Eccl. 9:10 INTRODUCTION: In our impact sermons we have been talking about Commitments that will change your life. First was the Commitment to Jesus Christ, next was the ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Comparing Styles Of Worship

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 27 ratings
     | 6,098 views

    Jesus said, "True worshippers will worship in spirit and in truth." (John 4:24) 14 different styles of worship service for various audiences

    Jesus said, "True worshippers will worship in spirit and in truth." (John 4:24) * Seeker-Sensitive Worship Services  Those who follow the Willow Creek Community Church model who seek to present and explain the gospel in non-religious terms using contextually relevant methods to non-christians. ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Looking At Stewardship

    Contributed by Eric Hanson on Sep 6, 2007
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     | 3,580 views

    Everyone is given Time, Talent, and Treasure. How shall we invest each of these? God owns us, and he definitely has priorities for us to follow in these matters.

    Looking at Stewardship Pastor Eric J. Hanson October 1, 2006 What is Stewardship Which Honors God? Let’s define some terms and frame an understanding now. Steward: one who manages property belonging to another Stewardship: the office (that is to say “function”) of performing management “Let ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Where Do I Find My Hope

    Contributed by Douglas Phillips on Apr 20, 2017
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     | 7,782 views

    WE LIVE IN A WORLD OF GREAT TURMOIL AND DANGER. CHRISTIANS ARE BEING BRUTALLY EXECUTED FOR THEIR FAITH. WHERE CAN WE FIND HOPE IN THE MIDST OF TRIALS? WHERE DO WE FIND HOPE IN THE MIDST OF OUR DAILY LIVES?

    WHERE DO I FIND MY HOPE 1 PETER 4:12-18 WE HAVE BEEN TALKING IN THIS SERIES ABOUT THE HOPE OF THE CHRISTIAN. I’VE SHARED WITH YOU SOME THINGS THAT PEOPLE HAVE SAID WE CAN DRAW HOPE FROM, AND I’VE SHARED DIFFERENT PLACES IN THE BIBLE WE CAN TURN TO FOR ENCOURAGEMENT. WE LIVE IN A WORLD OF GREAT ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Growth And Health Of A Living Church

    Contributed by Bishop Prof. Julius Soyinka on Oct 23, 2021
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     | 6,308 views

    The living Church is the one that is healthy and growing. The healthy Church is the one living for the Lord and fulfilling His purpose as a Church.

    The Growth and Health of a Living Church Study Text: Revelation 3:1-6 Introduction: - The situation with the Church at Sardis, is the true picture of what can happen to a Church when they forget where they have come from, where they are going, and what their purpose as a Church is. - ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Test Of Abiding In Faith

    Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 8 ratings
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    THE TEST OF ABIDING IS FAITH IN JESUS CHRIST AND LOVE FOR THE BRETHREN BY THE INDWELLING HOLY SPIRIT (3:23 - 5:12) A.

    THE TEST OF ABIDING IS FAITH IN JESUS CHRIST AND LOVE FOR THE BRETHREN BY THE INDWELLING HOLY SPIRIT (3:23 - 5:12) A. Theme of Section III (3:23-24) 1. The Relationship Between the Test of Sonship and the Test of Abiding 2. Explanation of the Concept of Abiding -- cf. John 15 3. Faith in Jesus ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Lifesong – Singing Our Part In A Song Of Praise Series

    Contributed by D. Greg Ebie on Feb 26, 2006
    based on 9 ratings
     | 5,206 views

    LIFESONG – Singing our Part in a Song of Praise As a church we are collectively called to sing a LIFESONG of praise to God. How do we do that? What does Paul teach us here in Romans 12 about singing our part in a song of praise to God? We will focus o

    LIFESONG – Singing our Part in a Song of Praise Romans 12:1-8 INTRODUCTION: The animals decided to get together to organize a school. They developed a curriculum of climbing, swimming, running, and flying. All animals were required to take all the subjects. The duck was excellent in swimming, in ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    The Untouchables – Homosexuality Part 2 Series

    Contributed by David Elvery on May 6, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,095 views

    Looking at some of the Myths about homosexuality

    “the Untouchables – Homosexuality Part 2” Gladstone Baptist Church – 10/9/06 pm Tonight I want to continue the series I started last week when we began to talk about Homosexuality. If you weren’t here last week, we were confronted with the fact that as Christians, we are often guilty of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Singleness Is Not Loneliness

    Contributed by Peter Balogun on Jul 12, 2004
    based on 68 ratings
     | 9,936 views

    Many see the single as an incomplete and abnormal person that is always lonely. This is an error. Singleness could be a blessing and indeed is a blessing. Find out how.

    A single person is that person who is separate, unique, whole and complete. The Bible did not tell us that there is something wrong with being single. Sometimes, men make it look as if being single is a curse! But single hood can be, and as a matter of fact, a blessing. “But I want you to be ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Art Of Loafing Series

    Contributed by Don Hawks on Jul 5, 2007
    based on 6 ratings
     | 6,317 views

    On Holy Humor Sunday I thought it appropriate to talk about the Art of Loafing. Because how can you enjoy the humor of life without taking time to see the fun and joy of life.

    SERMON OUTLINE AND NOTES Bridgewater United Methodist Church—Pastor Don Hawks 04.22.07 The Art of Loafing Thanks to Rev. Richard Maraj for the inspiration For this message 59th ST Bridge Song: “Feeling Groovy” Simon and Garfunkel Slow down, you move too fast. You got to make the morning ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Brian La Croix avatar

    Be Intentional #9-Sharing The Good News Of Jesus Series

    Contributed by Brian La Croix on Mar 31, 2003
    based on 26 ratings
     | 9,050 views

    First of two messages about witnessing.

    Be Intentional #9 – Sharing the Good News of Jesus Acts 4:12, John 14:6 March 16, 2003 Introduction Since the beginning of the year, we have been looking at the whole issue of intentionality – in other words, living life by decision rather than by default. We have covered the areas of allowing ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    Means Of Grace Series

    Contributed by David Flowers on Dec 31, 2009
     | 4,126 views

    The Company We Keep, part 6. After discussing your vision for change two weeks ago, and your intentions to change last week, Dave discusses the “means” of change this week, or “how” spiritual change happens.

    Means of Grace The Company We Keep, prt. 6 Wildwind Community Church David Flowers June 6, 2009 2 Peter 3:18 (NIV) 18 …grow in the grace and knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. To him be glory both now and forever! Amen. Have you ever been told to do something, but then felt like ...read more

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    Denomination: Free Methodist