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  • Randy Bataanon avatar

    Bring Life Into Your House Again

    Contributed by Randy Bataanon on May 17, 2012
    based on 110 ratings
     | 43,456 views

    The Shunammite Woman in our text today will demonstrate the value of woman’s character when death wields its sword against the family.

    BRINGING LIFE INTO YOUR FAMILY AGAIN Building and maintaining a great family required a great and wise woman. The book of Proverbs describes her worth and character. Pro 31:10 "Who can find a wife with a strong character? She is worth far more than jewels. Pro 31:25 She dresses with strength ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    What Jesus Said About Hate Series

    Contributed by Denn Guptill on May 20, 2012
    based on 7 ratings
     | 10,982 views

    We live in a world consumed with hate and anger, but why? And what can be done?

    If we were to ask you to name the opposite of a particular word it would be easy, right? Up, down. Right, left or right, wrong. In, out. Black, white. Happy, sad. What about love? You are thinking that would be easy, hate? Maybe anger? American psychologist, Rollo May stated “Hate ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    Early Signs Of The Kingdom

    Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on May 29, 2012
     | 5,693 views

    We are a chosen people, living stones formed around the cornerstone of Christ Himself.

    Early Signs of the Kingdom Dan 2 Feb 12, 2012 Intro: The king sat bolt upright in bed, heart pounding, panicked eyes darting back and forth, sweat-soaked sheet falling off his shoulders, his scream of terror still echoing in his ears. It had happened again. The servants came running as always, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Standing Firm Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Jun 4, 2012
    based on 1 rating
     | 13,800 views

    The sermon covers one of the most difficult chapters in the New Testament. Even though it is difficult to understand, there are some very important lessons we can learn from it about standing firm.

    Introduction: A. Rumors are an interesting phenomenon – once they get started, they can have a life of their own. 1. It has been said, “Some people will believe anything if it’s whispered to them.” 2. We hear about Elvis sightings around the world, alligators in NYC ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    What Does God Want Me To Do With My Isaac? Series

    Contributed by Paul Barreca on Jun 10, 2012
    based on 4 ratings
     | 20,919 views

    God tested Abraham to ensure that Abraham’s devotion was still sound, and to free Abraham from the snare of making an idol out of something that was given by God as a gift.

    In her book, “When I Lay My Isaac Down,” Carol Kent tells her story of a devastating event in their family. She recounts how her and her husband were enjoying a night together and shared their joy by saying, “does life get any better than this?” Everything was going well ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Paul’s Prayer For Enlightenment – Part 2 Series

    Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Jun 10, 2012
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,737 views

    Paul's prayer for enlightenment for the Ephesians included an His prayer request that they discover the assurance of their calling to eternal glory.

    Paul’s Prayer For Enlightenment – Part 2 Ephesians - Live Like You Really Are Chuck Sligh June 10, 2012 POWERPOINT: There is a PowerPoint presentation for this sermon available by requesting it from me at chucksligh@hotmail.com. TEXT: Ephesians 1:15-1:18 – Wherefore I also, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Funeral For Heather

    Contributed by Douglas Mcculley on Apr 2, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 12,465 views

    Addressing questions and grief for the family and friends of Heather, age 3, who died tragically.

    Funeral Message for a Young Child Doug McCulley, doug.newjersey@yahoo.com ------------ Please Note: Born to Andrew & Darlene Kiss, on May 28, 1999 — Heather Rose was an exceptional child. She had suffered a stroke before birth and even though Doctors told Darlene and Andrew she probably ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Answering The Scoffers Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Apr 3, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 8,190 views

    In this sermon, we discuss Peter's answer to the scoffers who said that Jesus was not coming again. We learn about our need to be prepared always for His return.

    Introduction: A. The story is told about a preacher who was preaching to a packed church about the second coming. 1. He wound up to a fever pitch and quoted Jesus’ promise, “I am coming soon!” 2. He preached some more and said even more loudly, “I am coming ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    What Not To Wear Series

    Contributed by Tim Chinn on Apr 4, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 12,278 views

    This expository message on Colossians 3:1-17 uses a popular TV show as a way to reinforce the text.

    What Not to Wear” Colossians 3:1-17 Big Idea: When Christ is at your core your “spiritual clothes” will be right. (props.= 2 racks of clothes, one of old clothes and one with new clothes) Introduction: Most of us know how important it is to make a good first impression. ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Reality Of Hell Series

    Contributed by Stephen Sheane on Apr 6, 2011
    based on 20 ratings
     | 56,491 views

    We see from the words of Jesus that hell is real, it is bad, it is eternal and it is avoidable.

    THE REALITY OF HELL Perhaps you’ve heard the story about the message one man left on his tombstone. It said, “Consider, young man, as you walk by, as you are now, so once was I. As I am now, you soon shall be, so prepare, young man to follow me.” That sounded pretty profound, ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

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    Build The Temple, That I May Take Pleasure In It And Be Glorified

    Contributed by Jose R. Hernandez on Apr 9, 2011
     | 6,465 views

    Today I want to speak to you about God’s blessings. But before proceeding, we must define what a blessing from God is.

    Today I want to speak to you about God’s blessings. But before proceeding, we must define what a blessing from God is. The word blessing, as it relates to a blessing from God, is defined as follows: “a thing conducive to happiness or welfare.”[1] This is why on other occasions, I ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Prepare Your Luggage

    Contributed by Jose R. Hernandez on Apr 9, 2011
     | 4,546 views

    We must make sure that we have packed all of the essentials. We must make sure that we pack the conviction that God has given us.

    I want to star today asking a question. How many of you have ever traveled? Let’s think about this for a moment, let’s think about all of those times that we have traveled in our vacation. What is the first thing that we do before we travel? The first thing we do is chose where we ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • David Scudder avatar

    El-Elyon "The God Most High’ Series

    Contributed by David Scudder on Apr 17, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 24,499 views

    How many Gods are there? If there is only one God then does it matter how we worship Him? While it is true that there is only one true God, the Bible makes it clear that there are many gods.

    Purpose: To see that God is superior to all things. Aim: I want the listener to gain more reverence for God. INTRODUCTION: How many Gods are there? Over the years, I have heard many people say that because there is only one God it does not matter what church you go to in order to worship Him. If ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Hungering For God Series

    Contributed by John Hamby on Apr 18, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 22,237 views

    Thus far all of the Beatitudes have expressed man's need, now comes a solution.

    “Hungering For God” Matthew 5:6 “Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for right-eousness, For they shall be filled.” Nutritionists emphasize that ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Greetings

    Contributed by Bill Butsko on Apr 22, 2011
     | 6,155 views

    Our hope is in the Lord who died, rose and lives.

    Text: Suddenly Jesus met them. “Greetings,” he said. (Matthew 28:9) “Greetings” is a wonderful word in that it projects a warm gracious or pleasant feeling of friendship and love. Usually when someone greets you, they are happy to see you and this is reflected in the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church