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  • Dr. Odell Belger avatar

    He That Winneth Souls Is Wise No. 3

    Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 31, 2022
     | 969 views

    An article in The Reader's Digest stated that a man who had throat cancer was cured by his doctor's treating him with strong doses of vitamin C.

    This was interesting because the man only received help when he received the strong dosages. In these sermons on soul winning we hope you are getting a "strong dosage" effect. It is the prayer of this pastor that by giving these "strong dosages" week after week that many of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Leaving A Place

    Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Apr 8, 2022
     | 2,076 views

    In Genesis 12 and 13 we learn two valuable lessons.

    • In Genesis 12:10-20, Abraham is seen leaving Canaan (The Promised Land) during A TIME OF FAMINE to go to Egypt (a picture of the world). • In Genesis 13 we see Abraham recognizing his mistake of going to Egypt, and returning back to Canaan land. It was a big mistake for Abraham to leave Canaan ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Cross Of Blood

    Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Apr 10, 2022
     | 2,624 views

    The importance of blood in God's plan of salvation for mankind.

    The Cross of the Blood 1 John 1:1-7 1 That which was from the beginning, which we have heard, which we have seen with our eyes, which we have looked upon, and our hands have handled, of the Word of life; 2 (For the life was manifested, and we have seen it, and bear witness, and shew unto you that ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Where Is Your Trust 1 Of 2

    Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Apr 27, 2022
     | 3,229 views

    Introduction: This verse of scripture talks about trust.

    Do you realize how much trust is a part of our life each day? • Every time we flip a light switch, we trust that the light will come on • Every time we place the key in the ignition of our car and turn it, we expect the car to start • Every time we sit in a chair, we expect it to support us Every ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Justification By Faith

    Contributed by Christopher Arch on May 14, 2022
     | 1,453 views

    This is from a series on doctrine

    Title: The Doctrine of Justification Script: Romans 3:21-26 Type: Doctrinal Series Where: GNBC 5-15-22 Intro: In Greek Mythology, Atlas was a Titan who was responsible for bearing the weight of the heavens on his shoulders, a punishment bestowed on him by Zeus. He was given this task in ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    You Do Not Know Series

    Contributed by C. Philip Green on May 11, 2023
     | 2,222 views

    When you do not know, work diligently and celebrate responsibly.

    After going bankrupt in 1998, the Psychic Friends Network relaunched as a public company in 2012, promising to be “bigger, bolder, and better than ever.” In their investor presentation, they promised to “leverage an iconic brand name using new technologies and social media to re-establish Psychic ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    Trust In Jesus Through Hell And Back

    Contributed by Joel Pankow on May 11, 2023
     | 1,499 views

    Peter shows how Jesus descended into hell and what it means for us as baptized children of God.

    5.14.23 1 Peter 3:18–22 (EHV) 18 He was put to death in flesh but was made alive in spirit, 19 in which he also went and made an announcement to the spirits in prison. 20 These spirits disobeyed long ago, when God’s patience was waiting in the days of Noah while the ark was being built. In this ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    A Faith That Defeats Death Series

    Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Oct 24, 2022
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     | 2,878 views

    The blessing of faith is of constant use throughout the Christian’s life, but it is of special usefulness when we die. The patriarchs in these verses illustrate the power of faith in facing death.

    HEBREWS 11:20-22 [Leaving a Legacy Series] A FAITH THAT DEFEATS DEATH [ (Gen 27:27–40; 48:1–22; Gen 50:20-25] The blessing of faith is of constant use throughout the Christian’s life, but it is of special usefulness when we die. Faith has a great work to do in our last days helping believers to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Your Place In Gods Story Series

    Contributed by Brian Williams on Oct 25, 2022
     | 3,021 views

    How many here can say they know their place and part in God’s story and are living it out? Why do you think you are where you are today?

    How many here have attempted to trace your family heritage, maybe asked your relatives about your great grandfather or great grandmother, great aunts and uncles? It is always fascinating to trace the story of your lineage - where your family came from, how your ancient relatives lived, what they ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Jerusalem Council Series

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Jan 24, 2025
    based on 2 ratings
     | 763 views

    Acts 15:1-35 teaches us about the Council of Jerusalem in which they had to settle a crucial doctrinal question.

    Introduction Throughout the past two millennia, countless assemblies of Christian leaders have assembled to settle doctrinal matters. The first of these assemblies is the Jerusalem Council, described in Acts 15:1-35. The book titled Got Questions states the following: “Employing the council ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Time To Engage: "Being Missionary”

    Contributed by Dennis Lee on Feb 23, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 887 views

    The Bible teaches that every believer is to be missionary. Not “a” missionary, but missionary, which is telling people about the wonderful, amazing grace of God. In our message well look at the reasons why and how we go about being missionary.

    Time to Engage “Being Missionary” 2 Timothy 4:1-5 One Sunday morning, a pastor began his sermon saying, “I’d like to make three points today. First, there are millions of people around the world who are going to hell. Second, most of us sitting here today do not give a damn about it.” After a ...read more

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    Denomination: Foursquare

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    Sermon 4 - The Attractiveness Of Authenticity Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Mar 17, 2025
     | 866 views

    If we want to be salt and light to the world, then we have to get people's positive attention. One of the most attractive things is authenticity. In this sermon, we explore what Christian authenticity looks like.

    Introduction: A. There’s a story told of a woman who pulled up to a red light behind another car. 1. The driver of the car in front of her was talking on his cellphone and shuffling through some papers on the seat beside him. a. The light turned green, but the man didn't notice. b. The woman ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The First Miracle

    Contributed by Gary Holt on Aug 20, 2024
     | 1,097 views

    In other word, the miracles that Jesus did: o were intended to say to people: o PAY ATTENTION! o This is the Son of God… this is the one you need to listen to!

    Credit: o Some parts are from Troy Burst. o Some thoughts from John McArthur’s sermon on this text o Some of the opening illustrations and some of the body is from Jeff Strite. “The First Miracle” John 2:1-11 Do you know about miracle of Jesus turning water to wine? - Jesus was at a wedding ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Peace, Be Still

    Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Sep 18, 2024
    based on 2 ratings
     | 2,100 views

    A storm arose on the sea and the disciples thought they were going to die. In the storms of life, Jesus speaks into our circumstances. He is working to either calm the storm or quiet our heart. When we trust in Him, we find peace.

    Allow me to begin our sermon with an illustration. “Horatio Spafford was a Chicago lawyer and friend of evangelist Dwight L. Moody. In 1873, to visit Moody’s preaching campaign in England, he planned a trip for his family to Europe, and sent his wife Anna and daughters on ahead. But the ship ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Voice That Leads Me

    Contributed by Scott Maze on Jul 19, 2025
     | 668 views

    That’s what a shepherd is. That’s what a shepherd does. The Shepherd speaks to us with a voice that we cannot ignore. He says, “Relax, I’m your Shepherd. Don’t think about another thing. I have everything under control. Relax. No worries.”

    We all want people to tell us the truth. There was a police officer that pulled a car over and he walked up to the window and said to the man driving, “Sir, can I see your driver's license?” The man said, “Sure. What is the problem officer?” The officer said, “Well, you were going 75 mph in a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist