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  • Gordon Curley avatar

    The Glory Of His Childhood Series

    Contributed by Gordon Curley on Nov 30, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,737 views

    The Glory of His Childhood (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request - email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

    Reading: Luke chapter 2 verses 41-50. Quote: R.C. Sproul (the American author, theologian and pastor): “The soul is lifted up by the contemplation of the glory of God and of his only begotten Son” “It is Christ in his glory who is the object of our worship and adoration. As ...read more

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    Denomination: Brethren

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    The Urgent Or The Important Series

    Contributed by David Elvery on May 6, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 8,344 views

    Comparing the Urgent and the Important to see what God sees as Important.

    “The Urgent or The Important – Luke 10:38-42” Gladstone Baptist Church – TBA When I look around the church, I see so many things that urgently need doing – people’s needs, opportunities to develop, programs to run, etc – they all seem to be urgently needed. OOPS I’ve got a dilemma this morning, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Guidelines For Christianity: Blessed Are The Merciful Series

    Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Mar 26, 2015
     | 5,336 views

    Having mercy is when God doesn’t give us what we really deserve.

    Tonight we continue with the beatitudes—the attitude we are to be or have as a Christian. Let’s talk about being merciful. Having mercy is when God doesn’t give us what we really deserve. We live in a world where it's so easy to become callused and indifferent. We are ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Who's The Boss Series

    Contributed by David Welch on Jun 7, 2018
    based on 3 ratings
     | 8,380 views

    Message 1 in a series on spiritual disciplines. I discuss the first and second habit. The first discipline deals with the need regularly set aside time for God. The second is the need for regular declarations of submission.

    Chico Alliance Church Pastor David Welch “Who’s the Boss? When we stop moving, we stop developing and begin to atrophy. Without exercise the muscles deteriorate. The spiritual muscles are the same way. When we stop spending time and communicating with someone, the relationship stops developing and ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

  • Jeff Strite avatar

    The Power Of Touch Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Nov 3, 2013
    based on 29 ratings
     | 108,000 views

    Why touch a leper? They were "untouchable", declared unclean, outcasts to all. But Jesus touched this man. Why? And what can we learn from what He did that day?

    We’re going to begin today’s sermon with a trivia question: Question: What is the largest organ of your body? (Answer: the skin) If you an average adult, your skin covers about 21 square feet of your body. It will weigh 9 pounds and contain more than 11 miles of blood vessels. If you ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Two Ways To Live Series

    Contributed by Pat Damiani on Aug 25, 2014
    based on 3 ratings
     | 8,441 views

    James contrasts two kinds of wisdom.

    Most of us probably know some people whose lives always seem to be in chaos and disorder. It seems like they are always just moving from one crisis to the next. And we also know other people who face equally difficult circumstances and yet have lives that are peaceful. As we continue our study in ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    We Can Be Thankful (2024)

    Contributed by David Owens on Dec 2, 2024
     | 1,123 views

    It is God's will that His people be a thankful people. God will give us the ability to rejoice always and be thankful in all circumstances, but we have to do our part by focusing on our blessings.

    A. Last Thursday was Thanksgiving and I hope you all had a happy Thanksgiving. 1. Thanksgiving is certainly one of my favorite days of the year, and it is arguably the most important holiday of the year. 2. I’m thankful that we are a nation that still pauses one day a year to be thankful. 3. I ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Family Faith Transfer: The Youngest Child (Lesson 7)

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Feb 3, 2003
    based on 26 ratings
     | 2,712 views

    Series: Family Faith Transfer

    A. INTRODUCTION: I SAMUEL 16:1-23 Much is said about the eldest son, and in some occurrence’s the second born son (Jacob), but what about a much younger child, or the last-born? 1. John Wesley, 16th child. 2. Cinderella. Had two older sisters. 3.Ben Franklin. He had nine brothers and seven ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Paul Fritz avatar

    How The Holy Spirit Can Lead You As He Led Moses

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 61 ratings
     | 8,810 views

    The Spirit wants to help us through the Red Sea experiences if we will let Him

    How The Holy Spirit Can Lead You As He Led Moses (Heb. 11:24-30) Illustration:In order to be a leader a man must have followers. And to have followers, a man must have their confidence. Hence the supreme quality of a leader is unquestionably integrity. Without it, no real success is possible, no ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    What Are The Qualities Of A Successful Fellowship

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 75 ratings
     | 10,045 views

    A survey of hundreds of pastors has allowed us to compile a preliminary list of measurable quality factors in the life of a congregation in ranking order. The twelve factors are:

    What Are the Qualities of a Successful Fellowship Acts 2:41-47 Illustration:A survey of hundreds of pastors has allowed us to compile a preliminary list of measurable quality factors in the life of a congregation in ranking order. The twelve factors are: 1. Bible knowledge. Church members are ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Wade Martin Hughes, Sr avatar

    #3perspective:personalities Series

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jul 8, 2002
    based on 24 ratings
     | 4,708 views

    Today the perspective of great personalities as spiritual stars could be dangerous.

    #3 Perspective: Personalities. By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com Part#3 of 4. TEXT: Philippians 3:3 ... and have no confidence in the flesh." Matthew 19:30 But many that are first shall be last; AND THE LAST SHALL BE FIRST. We are pondering perspectives or view points and how these ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Caring For Others Series

    Contributed by Mark Haines on Jan 19, 2002
    based on 37 ratings
     | 24,710 views

    A deductive exposition of selected texts on the church’s ministry of caring for others leading individuals prompted by the Holy Spirit to indicate their commitment to care for others by coming to the altar rail to pray.

    This is God’s church because gave His life for us (Acts 20:28). He set the standard for CARING about others. God cared enough to become one of us, to live, to die and to break down every barrier between us and an unending relationship with Him. “Commitment” is so important to God that He ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    #1seasons Of Testing Series

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on May 7, 2002
    based on 16 ratings
     | 5,779 views

    We begin a series on the testing process of life.

    This is Part #1 Seasons of testing... By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr Kyfingers@aol.com TEXT: Matthew 7:25 And the rain descended, and the floods came, and the winds blew; and beat upon that house; and it fell not: for it was founded upon the ROCK! James 1:13 -15, But every man is tempted, when he is ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Pen Pals Series

    Contributed by William Akehurst on Apr 20, 2007
    based on 16 ratings
     | 3,428 views

    The Word is God’s communication to us, Our Prayers are Our Communication with God. HE IS PLANNING A HOME FOR YOU IN HEAVEN. YOU HAVE BEEN GIVEN THE INVITATION. YOU NEED TO RSVP.

    Pen Pals – by William K. Akehurst Harford Sr Worship Center, Bel Air, MD Psalm 5:1-3 Pen Pals The Word is God’s communication to us, Our Prayers are Our Communication with God. HE IS PLANNING A HOME FOR YOU IN HEAVEN. YOU HAVE BEEN GIVEN THE INVITATION. YOU NEED TO RSVP. Scriptures ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Ed Vasicek avatar

    Love That Connects I Series

    Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Nov 8, 2004
    based on 24 ratings
     | 2,921 views

    Most Americans cannot fathom a group of unrelated people of different age groups, classes, and cultures with differing talents and interests who have been glued together by a common faith in Jesus Christ. But this kind of bond -- the kind God wants a chu

    Love that Connects, (I) (Romans 12:9-12) 1. This past week, Hannah had a little trouble with her car…..it would grind when she turned…..thought to check the power steering fluid….. 2. One of our friends in the Chicago area is terrible about maintaining things…..older car…out of oil….burned out ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible