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  • John Gaston avatar

    Living On A Fault Line

    Contributed by John Gaston on Apr 21, 2023
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     | 3,344 views

    We’re talking about living on the edge, about taking chances we know we shouldn’t, of ignoring God’s boundaries and violating God’s best will for our lives. Our whole nation is living on the fault line of God's Judgment!

    LIVING ON A FAULT LINE Heb. 12:25-29 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. A Texan, a North Korean, and a New Yorker were walking down the street when they were approached by a reporter. “Excuse me,” he said, “Could I have your opinion on the current food shortage in Ukraine?” 2. The Texan said, “What’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    It's A Challenging Race Series

    Contributed by Russ Barksdale on Oct 9, 2018
     | 6,114 views

    1. We are called to action 2. Our action must be decisive. 3. We must decide to release ALL distractions.

    “It’s A Challenging Race.” v.1b 1. We are called to action 2. Our action must be decisive. 3. We must decide to release ALL distractions. Opening Illustration (video of runner tripping in tape from 00:02-00:51 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nMlxxNRQRro ) Turn to Hebrews ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Self Encouragement In The Lord In The Midst Of Discouraging Circumstances

    Contributed by Bishop Prof. Julius Soyinka on Mar 4, 2022
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     | 7,873 views

    Everyone will have times of crisis which can bring discouragement, we are expected to turn them to God for His intervention.

    Self Encouragement in the Lord in the Midst of Discouraging Circumstances Study Text: 1 Samuel 30: 1-8 Introduction: - Persevering pursuit of God gives us encouragement in the midst of discouraging situations of our own lives. - The Philistine King, Achish, gave David the town of ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Do Not Create A Win-Lose World Series

    Contributed by Steve Meenho Kang on Dec 17, 2021
     | 1,834 views

    The Netflix drama “Squid Game” became the number one show on Netflix in all 83 countries where Netflix streams. “Squid Game” is a drama in which participants risk their lives to play a survival game to win a prize of 40 million dollars. But why is this drama so popular all over the world?

    Do Not Create a Win-Lose World Squid Game Part 2 James 4:1-6 Steve Meenho Kang www.evergreencommunity.org We are in part two of this series, “Squid Game.” The Netflix drama “Squid Game” became the number one show on Netflix in all 83 countries where Netflix streams. “Squid Game” is a drama in ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    "now You Will See" Series

    Contributed by Jon Daniels on May 3, 2021
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    Sermon based on Exodus 6:1-13. Encourages hearers to see how God is at work in their lives to help them in their times of heartbreak.

    “NOW YOU WILL SEE” Exodus 6:1-13 FBCF – 5/2/21 Jon Daniels INTRO – Ever had your heart broken? All of us have experienced that at some point in our life: - Your first boyfriend broke up w/ you & you cried all night - Your best friend moved away - Your favorite pet dies - The QB of your ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    What A Glorious Promise! PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 11, 2024
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     | 752 views

    This sermon encourages us to respond to Jesus' invitation, cultivate intimacy with Him, and trust in His promise of eternal presence for true satisfaction.

    Welcome, beloved, to another beautiful day that the Lord has made. We are gathered here, not by chance, but by divine appointment. Our hearts are beating, our lungs are breathing, and we are here in this moment for a purpose. We are here to hear from our God, to open our hearts to His word, and to ...read more

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    Trust God PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 30, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 961 views

    This sermon explores the comfort and courage found in trusting Jesus amid life's burdens, emphasizing the transformative power of faith in God's benevolence.

    Welcome, dear family! It's a joy to be with you today, as we turn our hearts and minds to the comforting and life-affirming words of our Savior, found in the Gospel of John. “Do not let your hearts be troubled. You believe in God; believe also in me." -John 14:1 These words, spoken by Jesus Christ, ...read more

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    I'm A Prisoner! I'm Free! I'm Free!

    Contributed by Dan Chromy on Oct 21, 2000
    based on 64 ratings
     | 9,435 views

    When we consider God’s purpose for our lives as a result of God’s grace, we will see the consequences of life as opportunities to serve God and to be effective witnesses for the gospel.

    Do you see every circumstance of your life as an opportunity to be a witness for the gospel? Throughout your lifetime, you will have many opportunities to serve Christ as a witness for the gospel. There will be times in your life when it is easy to serve the gospel, especially when everything ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Only Good Options

    Contributed by David Moore on Jul 21, 2004
    based on 7 ratings
     | 4,620 views

    Knowing Jesus ultimately means having only good options

    Phil 1 21-30 To me, and I could be really mistaken, high school is a time to make sure our choices with what we want to do with our lives can happen. We don’t want our options to be narrowed down, but rather, we want to do well enough that we can choose which college to go to, or which armed ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Building The Church--Making A Difference Series

    Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Jul 21, 2013
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     | 9,935 views

    God has called us all to make a difference in the lives of others. We are to do it in three different ways as a solider, an athlete, and farmer.

    Let’s Build The Church—Wanting To Make A Difference July 21, 2013 Glenville 2 Samuel 18:19-23 2 Timothy 2:1-13 We are in part 3 of our series, “Let’s Build The Church,” and today we are going to look at Wanting To Make A Difference. Imagine if you were at ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Choices

    Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Mar 4, 2009
    based on 19 ratings
     | 16,474 views

    This is a sermon dealing with how we go about making choices. I preached it in response to our church’s decision over changing denominations.

    Choices Genesis 13:5-18 Luke 9:18-27 In order for us to have arrived here today, we all had to make choices. A choice to get up. A choice to get dressed. A choice to leave the house. A choice to take a certain route. A choice to enter the building. A choice to take a seat and a choice ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Getting Over

    Contributed by Joseph Smith on May 7, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,530 views

    God wants us to be more than minimal. Acknowledge that Christ is Lord, make sure our witness is clear, go beyond quick thrills, and be faithful, and your faith will sustain you over the long haul.

    Too often, we choose "getting by", when we could choose "getting over". Too often, we try to skimp on life, hoping not to invest too deeply. That’s "getting by". But we could turn to a better answer. We could choose "getting over". "Getting by" and "getting over" are not the same thing. "Getting ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Attitude Counts

    Contributed by Bruce Hadley on Aug 11, 2020
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,202 views

    Your attitude represents your very character. The Word of God says in Prov. 23:7; "For as a man (or woman) thinks in his or her heart, so he/she is..."

    The other day, I was in the grocery store, and I noticed a lot of gloomy faces. I began thinking about my mother, who a year ago lost my father, her husband of over 60 years, and she seemingly has been in a funk ever since. I have tried cheering her up, but her mood stays the same. Now, I know ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Lessons From Mount Carmel Series

    Contributed by David Welch on May 21, 2018
    based on 3 ratings
     | 26,473 views

    Message 5 in our study of the life and ministry of Elijah. This message visits Elijah's confrontation of Baalism on Mount Carmel.

    Chico Alliance Church Elijah Series #5 “Lessons at Mount Carmel” Introduction Observing God’s interaction with Elijah and Elijah’s spiritual journey in his day provides insight and principles for us in our day which is not unlike what Elijah faced. The transitions in Elijah’s life follow a ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

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    Attitude Counts

    Contributed by Bruce Hadley on Mar 17, 2021
     | 6,542 views

    Many of us concern ourselves with the outward approach to sin, but are attitudes have not changed. Well, attitude counts tremendously in our walk with the Lord.

    The other day, I was in the grocery store, and I noticed a lot of gloomy faces. I began thinking about my mother, who a year ago lost my father, her husband of over 60 years, and she seemingly has been in a funk ever since. I have tried cheering her up, but her mood stays the same. Now, I know ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational