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  • Glenn Newton avatar

    Blessed Way Beyond What We Can Imagine

    Contributed by Glenn Newton on Jun 11, 2022
     | 2,546 views

    When we discover how much God values us and has for our lives, we can come to leave our fears and doubts in the dust.

    Blessed way beyond what we can Imagine! Ephesians 1:3-14 Praise for Spiritual Blessings in Christ 3 Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who has blessed us in the heavenly realms with every spiritual blessing in Christ. 4 For he chose us in him before the creation of the world ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    The Little Man Who Met A Big God

    Contributed by John Gaston on Jun 15, 2022
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    “It’s not the size of the man in the fight, but the size of the fight in the man!” I would add that it’s the size of the man’s God that will change the outcome. Follow along as we look at a little man named Zacchaeus!

    THE LITTLE MAN WHO MET A BIG GOD Lk. 19:1-10 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: Look Who’s Scary 1. Dennis Agena was browsing in a military surplus store when a young couple came in pushing a little boy in a stroller. Dennis couldn't help noticing the father, who was in full punk regalia: spiked hair, ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Choose Life (July 3, 2022)

    Contributed by John Williams Iii on Jul 1, 2022
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    What caused America to loose some of her luster? Is it bad decisions from bad leaders through the generations who chose to “bow down to other gods whom they serve” (Deuteronomy 30:17)?

    CHOOSE LIFE Text: Deuteronomy 30:15 -19 Deuteronomy 30:15 - 19:  (15)  See, I have set before you today life and prosperity, death and adversity.  (16)  If you obey the commandments of the LORD your God that I am commanding you today, by loving the LORD your God, walking in ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Why Pray?

    Contributed by John Gaston on Jul 2, 2022
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     | 3,041 views

    Prayer is not a monologue but a conversation between us and God. Those in contact with God have vision, they have a power within that can change people around them, they have authority with God and insight into what God is doing.

    WHY PRAY? INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: THE PASTOR’S PRAYER. 1. A Sunday School teacher was struggling to open the combination lock on the supply cabinet. He couldn't quite remember the combination. Finally, he went to the pastor and asked for help. The pastor came and began to turn the dial. ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Having Faith In Uncertain Times

    Contributed by Ken Mckinley on Jul 5, 2022
     | 4,793 views

    2022 is certainly an uncertain time, and with all that is going on, a person can be left feeling anxious, afraid, and directionless. But the Bible has the answers and the help we need to navigate the storms of life.

    Having Faith in Uncertain Times Text: Matthew 8:23-34 GIVE THANKS / OPEN WITH PRAYER Unless you’ve been living under a rock for the last couple of years, I think we’d all agree that it seems like our world just keeps getting crazier and crazier. Pandemics and lock-downs, riots in major US ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Divine Healing Is God’s Will

    Contributed by John Gaston on Jul 15, 2022
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    We should expect to be healed because God is a healing God, the Garden of Eden shows God's perfect will is no sickness, Christ atoned for our healing, and Jesus regularly healed the sick and called others to do the same.

    DIVINE HEALING IS GOD’S WILL Mt. 4:23-24 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: THE REAL CHARACTER 1. It’s wild to see the real nature come out. 2. 2 ladies went out to a restaurant to eat lunch They know how big the portions are so they order only one dish of ‘fried fish pieces’ which they intend to share. ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    The Lie: I Did It My Way Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jul 16, 2022
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     | 14,305 views

    "I did it my way" is the battle cry that sums up what so many people feel about their lives. They think this is a great idea... but it isn't. Why not?

    Back in 2010 there’s the true story of a British man named Shawn Murtagh who decided to wear a Halloween costume. To complete the costume he had a sequined top hat he wanted to wear at an angle on his head. But it wouldn’t quite stay on, so instead of attaching the hat to his head with a string, ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Timing Is Everything

    Contributed by Robert Austin on Jul 16, 2022
     | 2,437 views

    In the LOTR movie, the Fellowship of the Ring, Gandalf the wizard says

    Timing is Everything Introduction Welcome In the LOTR movie, the Fellowship of the Ring, Gandalf the wizard says, "A wizard is never late, Frodo Baggins. Nor is he early. He arrives precisely when he means to." And while that's a humorous way for the character to get around the fact ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    This Is What My Peaceful Doves Have Taught Me – Will I Heed The Lessons? Part 1 Of 2 Series

    Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Jul 29, 2022
     | 1,678 views

    Nature is a great teacher and the creation is full of meaning. In studying the behaviour of small doves, I have gained an insight into their habits and lives. There are lessons we can learn from them. These lessons are given in two Parts.

    THIS IS WHAT MY PEACEFUL DOVES HAVE TAUGHT ME – WILL I HEED THE LESSONS? PART 1 OF 2 This was presented to a group but equally could be a sermon. INTRODUCTION God’s creation is so wonderful and the life forms so diverse that no one in a lifetime could ever touch on more than a tiny section of ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Sale Of The Soul

    Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Jan 18, 2023
     | 4,248 views

    Let me give you some details on TWO things I believe you will find interesting.

    First, let me tell you about something… (1) MAN HAS MADE In BIRMINGHAM, ALABAMA, you will find THE VULCAN STATUE. Maybe you have never heard of the Vulcan statue. If you ever go to Birmingham, Alabama you should take time to visit this tourist site. The reason I mention this statue is ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    For This New Year, Seek First The Kingdom

    Contributed by Jonathan Spurlock on Jan 19, 2023
     | 2,701 views

    "Seek first the Kingdom of God and His righteousness." In this New Year, let's make this our motivation or "driving purpose." The information our Lord shared is just as good today as it was when He walked this earth.

    (Based on a message preached January 8, 2023 at First Baptist Church of Chamois, MO, but is not an exact transcription) Introduction: Good morning to you all and Happy New Year plus a few days! You know, I had planned on preaching from a different text this morning but I believe the Lord nudged ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Temptations Of Christ (Luke 4)

    Contributed by Jonathan Spurlock on Jan 25, 2023
     | 1,757 views

    Jesus fasted or ate no food for 40 days after He was baptized. While there, the Devil came and tempted or put Jesus to the test in three different areas. Jesus triumphed, and so can we!

    Based on a message preached at First Baptist Church, Chamois, MO, on 1-22-2023. This is not an exact transcription. Introduction: Last week we looked at how John the Baptist came preaching, far away from town, much like he might do here if he lived here. To give a kind of local flavor, he might ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Andrew Dixon avatar

    Beyond Human Understanding

    Contributed by Andrew Dixon on Jan 26, 2023
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     | 3,269 views

    God is able to do more than we can ask or even imagine. This message will enlighten us on what’s our part in God’s amazing plan.

    Today’s meditation is based on 2 Corinthians 9:8, which reads, “And God is able to make all grace abound to you, so that having all sufficiency in all things at all times, you may abound in every good work.” (ESV) We will dwell on the words, ‘God is able’ and study the scriptures to see how we can ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

  • Otis McMillan avatar

    The Kingdom Calling - What We Do For Christ Will Last! Series

    Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Jan 26, 2023
     | 4,769 views

    Even though believers are called and sent to advance the kingdom of God in a sick, hostile world, they will have good success with the right equipment and the right attitude. Whatever believers do for Christ and His kingdom will be rewarded.

    Sermon: The Kingdom Calling - What We Do For Christ will Last! Scripture: Mt 10:1 “And when he had called unto him his twelve disciples, he gave them power against unclean spirits, to cast them out, and to heal all manner of sickness and all manner of disease.” Mt 10:16 “Behold, I send you forth ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    An Anchor For The Soul

    Contributed by Christian Cheong on Jan 30, 2023
     | 5,212 views

    Jesus is our sure and steadfast anchor of the soul. We can trust Him because of the certainty of His Promise, His Purpose and His Person.

    Hebrews 6:13-20 ESV 13For when God made a promise to Abraham, since he had no one greater by whom to swear, he swore by himself, 14saying, “Surely I will bless you and multiply you.” 15And thus Abraham, having patiently waited, obtained the promise. 16For people swear by something greater than ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible