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  • Denn Guptill avatar

    Who Dug Up The Roof

    Contributed by Denn Guptill on Apr 3, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,528 views

    Who were the men who were willing to step outside the norm and dig a hole in a roof for the benefit of a friend?

    As they moved closer to the crowd their hopes begin to sink, what they thought would be a fairly simple task had taken on monumental proportions. When the suggestion came up to take their lame friend to Jesus everyone thought it was a great idea, all they had to do to get their friend to walk was ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    The 5 Finger Prayer

    Contributed by David Henderson on Mar 23, 2015
     | 3,945 views

    Do you ever have trouble thinking of something to say when you are talking to a friend? I do

    The Five-Finger Prayer Scripture: We always thank God, the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, when we pray for you. Colossians 1: 3 Do you ever have trouble thinking of something to say when you are talking to a friend? I do. I have a friend that I have lunch with nearly every week and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Repay My Debt? God Makes A Way!

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on May 9, 2015
     | 2,879 views

    I owe a debt to many people. God's love? A mother's love? The love of a friend? Recognize the heart of love?

    REPAY MY DEBT? GOD WILL MAKE A WAY... By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com I have little tiny babys and bottles from Hobby Lobby. I. THE LOVE OF GOD HAS NO COMPARISON --- THE CLOSEST WE HAVE IS THE LOVE OF A MOTHER... A. I am amazed by the LOVE OF GOD... THE NEXT CLOSEST LOVE TO THE ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Bridle Your Tongue!

    Contributed by Bala Samson on Mar 6, 2015
    based on 1 rating
     | 10,108 views

    Friend, allow God to move on your behalf; silence should be the ‘treasure’ that we need to possess!

    Bridle your tongue! James 3:2”We all stumble in many ways. Anyone who is never at fault in what they say is perfect, able to keep their whole body in check.” We have a clear challenge for us in this scripture: “Anyone who is never at fault in what they say is perfect!.” ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Four Characteristics Of Spiritual Maturity Series

    Contributed by Paul Barreca on Oct 6, 2016
     | 14,609 views

    Practice these four traits that Paul prayed his friends would possess, and you will grow in your spiritual maturity.

    When you’re building something important, something that you want to last, it is absolutely necessary to start with a BLUEPRINT. We don’t begin important projects haphazardly. We begin with a plan for what we desire in the final product. If we don’t, we will end up with the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Lesson 35. The Reclamation Of Straying Christians (James 5:19-20) Series

    Contributed by John Lowe on Apr 3, 2021
     | 2,261 views

    It's always an anxious moment, especially for families and friends, when someone is reported missing in the wilderness.

    Lesson Text: James 5:19-20 (NKJV) 19Brethren, if anyone among you wanders from the truth, and someone turns him back, 20let him know that he who turns a sinner from the error of his way will save [l]a soul from death and cover a multitude of sins. INTRODUCTION It's always an anxious moment, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    By Faith We Have Nothing To Fear... "fear Not"

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Apr 13, 2024
     | 1,135 views

    WATCH THE NEWS? FAITH OVERCOMES BY HEARING THE WORD... FEAR ANXIETY AND TROUBLE ARE TOOLS OF THE ENEMY... FEAR NOT NY FRIENDS.

    BY FAITH WE KNOW WE HAVE NO REASON TO FEAR By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com (You Tube: Wade Hughes) WE ARE NOT HERE TODAY TO ARGUE OR PROVE SOMEONE RIGHT AND OTHERS WRONG… OUR POINT IS VERY SIMPLE Evil seems to abound in this modern world. We also know FEAR IS GREAT TOOL IN THE ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Half Hearted Service: Gradualism

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Oct 10, 2025
     | 144 views

    Beware my friend there is a danger of slowly drifting off course. Where is your zeal and enthusiam for serving the Lord?

    HALF HEARTED SERVICE: GRADUAL By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com (YouTube: Wade Hughes) I lived in Lee County, Virginia and we would travel 68 from our house through Cumberland Gap, Tennessee to Middlesboro, Ky. We traveled through the national park. Linda and I would see a ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Coming To God Series

    Contributed by C. Philip Green on Jul 19, 2024
     | 1,143 views

    If you want to get near to a holy God, approach Him through sacrifice with friends in the power of His Spirit.

    In his book The Porn Problem, Vaughan Roberts talks about Bobby Moore. He was captain of the English soccer team that won the World Cup in 1966. After Queen Elizabeth handed him the trophy, an interviewer asked him to describe how he felt. He talked about how terrified he was as he approached Her ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    The Biggest Roundup Ever

    Contributed by Glenn Newton on Dec 16, 2005
    based on 10 ratings
     | 5,449 views

    We had Roundup Sunday, (Friend Day)... A sermon that reminds us the Jesus is coming, and we need to be ready when He arrives.

    The Biggest Roundup Ever Pastor Glenn Newton 10-30-05 This morning we are so excited about having all of you here! In a sense, you have been “rounded Up” this week by your friends and family, because they care about you, because they want you to find what they have found… that New Hope is a great ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    The First Tent Revival

    Contributed by John Gaston on Oct 1, 2015
    based on 1 rating
     | 8,156 views

    This message looks at the consequences of sin, what repentance is, and how to be one of those whom God chooses to fill with His Spirit.

    THE FIRST TENT REVIVAL Ex. 33:1-11 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: 1. WHAT’S THE GOOD NEWS? a. Lucas was sitting at the breakfast table, reading the paper. He came across an article about a beautiful actress who was about to marry a football player known for his lack of IQ and common sense. ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Making Something Of Bad Apples

    Contributed by David Simmons on Jan 18, 2001
    based on 129 ratings
     | 8,531 views

    God has given each of us the opportunity, the freedom to choose for ourselves so he could have a genuine relationship with us.

    Well… I have to confess that for some time now, I have been harboring a deep-rooted fear. It began several years ago as a 22 year old Summer Youth Worker. Our pastor had left; we were in an interim period, and it looked as if I might have to step in and preach on Father’s Day. But you know you ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Spiritual Warfare

    Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on May 2, 2004
    based on 78 ratings
     | 13,604 views

    1. We are in the midst of a spiritual battle. 2. You must choose sides. 3. The battle must be fought with courage.

    Jennifer Hoes will get married on her birthday, May 28, 2004. It will be an elaborate affair: a unique wedding gown, a ceremony in the wedding room of the City Hall of Haarlem in the Netherlands. Jennifer will be both the blushing bride and the dashing groom. Family and friends will gather to ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Lessons I Learned From My Dog

    Contributed by Pastor Jeff Hughes on Jan 20, 2014
     | 9,281 views

    On June 28, 2010, we lost our good friend Sammy, our black Labrador Retriever. While no pet will ever take the place of human companionship, Sammy truly was the definition of "man's best friend". This message shows how God used Sammy to teach us!

    Lessons I Learned From My Dog On June 28, 2010, we lost our good friend Sammy, our black Labrador Retriever. While no pet will ever take the place of human companionship, Sammy truly was the definition of "man's best friend". We will indeed miss him--we already do. I was thinking the night he ...read more

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    Denomination: Bible Church

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    Experiencing Finanical Peace Series

    Contributed by Scott Maze on Jun 4, 2021
     | 3,244 views

    Jesus wants you to use your final days and your money to win friends for your future: “And I tell you, make friends for yourselves by means of unrighteous wealth, so that when it fails they may receive you into the eternal dwellings” (Luke 16:9).

    This morning I want to put a bow on our series, Margin, by examining Jesus’ words on the important subject of money. In week one, we learned the value of contentment. In week two, we learned the value of saving for a rainy day. Last week, we saw something of the joy of giving. Today, I want you to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist