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  • Maurice McCarthy avatar

    James: Sinner, Saint, Servant Series

    Contributed by Maurice Mccarthy on Aug 12, 2013
     | 5,095 views

    Introductory message of a series on the book of James. Who he was, and his spiritual journey, from sinner to saint, to bondservant.

    James Sinner Saint Servant Today we are beginning a new series on the book of James James is believed to be the first written of all the New Testament books. That probably comes as a shock to some of you to find out the New Testament is not chronological, and that the gospels weren't written ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Sermon # 46 - Are You Running Away? Series

    Contributed by Andrew Dixon on Nov 29, 2023
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,393 views

    Are you trying to run away from God ordained relationships because you are unable to handle them? Stop and get back to God and submit to His authority. The Lord can do wonders to restore relationships, and He will bring peace to our restless hearts.

    If one were to describe this period of time, in which we are living, we can depict it as a time when people are constantly running away. We hear of families who are in distress, because the husband or wife chose to walk away from home leaving their spouse and children in a state of abandonment. ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    Samson: The Final Chapter, Part 1 Series

    Contributed by Jonathan Spurlock on Apr 20, 2020
     | 4,082 views

    Samson went back to Philistine land twice, after his escape from Gaza , looking for love. He got more than he bargained for. When he met Delilah, and told her the secret of his strength, that led to the final chapter of his life.

    Introduction: Samson, by this time, had survived a number of encounters with the Philistines, Israel’s enemy and rulers at the time. This final chapter of his life is not the best chapter, in that he fell into an enemy’s trap. That would cost him his sight, and led to the cost of his life. Even ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Power Factors For Your Life

    Contributed by Richard Tow on Jan 29, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,600 views

    This sermon addresses 7 key elements for successful Christian living. It was preached to Liberty Ministry College students to emphasize the essentials for Christian ministry. It is a good reminder for seasoned Christians of what must be nurtured in their lives to finish well.

    In this chapel service, I want to share with you Seven Power Factors for a Successful Journey with the Lord. You already have a zeal for Christ, or you would not be attending this service today. How can you perpetuate that for the long run? What are the essentials for a fruitful ministry in the ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    The Shepherd's Example

    Contributed by Jimmy Giffin on Feb 20, 2004
    based on 19 ratings
     | 3,310 views

    The shepherds in the field set an example to all who would seek after the Messiah. It is an important lesson to follow.

    12-13-03 The Shepherd’s Example Text: Luke 2: 15-20 This passage of scripture follows the announcement of the angels. The announcing of the Savior’s birth, to the shepherds in the field. (vv 8-14) Jesus had been born and the first ones God tells is the ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Temptation

    Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Feb 26, 2020
     | 3,031 views

    Temptation is the bridge that leads to sin should be choose to cross it.

    Temptation Matthew 4: 1 - 11 Intro: Drew Anderson from Tucson, Arizona wrote of his experience in Reader’s Digest. He was shopping in a mall with his wife when a shapely young woman in a very short, form fitting dress walked by. He said as she walked by his gaze followed her. Without looking ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Whisper Of God

    Contributed by Bala Samson on Oct 19, 2020
     | 2,150 views

    Listen to this, if you do not have the grit and determination to withstand the great, strong wind and still wait to hear God, then you would never get to have the breathtaking experience of hearing the Messiah speak.

    Gentle whisper 1 King 19:12” After the earthquake came a fire, but the LORD was not in the fire. And after the fire came a gentle whisper. As the Lord passed by, a great and strong wind was rending the mountains and breaking in pieces the rocks before the LORD but He was not in the wind. Listen ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Power Of Praise Series

    Contributed by Robert Higgins on Sep 18, 2007
    based on 15 ratings
     | 26,308 views

    Praise is making much of what God has done, and isn’t always done with the heart. But worship is about who God is, and cannot be done without the heart.

    Encountering God – Part IV: “The Power of Praise” Review What is worship? It is the meeting of God’s heart and ours. Worship is the response of all we are to who God is and what He has done. Last week I spoke about the “glory” of God, which is intrusion of God’s presence into our physical ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Walking With Jesus

    Contributed by John White on May 3, 2017
    based on 1 rating
     | 18,585 views

    Let us look at an incident that occurred in the first week following His resurrection. The story of what happened when He walked with two of His followers on the road to the village of Emmaus. Then let us consider what can happen when we walk with Jesus.

    When We Walk With Jesus Luke 24:13-35 In his classic book of the same title, A. B. Simpson speaks of "The Christ of the Forty Days." There are two "forty" day experiences in the life of our Lord. The first forty day experience is seen at the beginning of his ministry and was a period of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    6th Sunday Of Easter, Year C. Series

    Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on May 15, 2022
    based on 2 ratings
     | 3,293 views

    MAY 25th, 2022.

    Acts 16:9-15, Psalm 67, Revelation 21:10, Revelation 21:22-22:5, John 14:23-29, John 5:1-9. A). THE ENCOUNTER OF OPENNESS AND TRUTH. Acts 16:9-15. It is a bit of a cliché, but ‘when God closes one door, He opens another.’ This was certainly the experience of Paul and his companions: ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Growing In Christ Series

    Contributed by Mark Opperman on Jan 10, 2008
    based on 16 ratings
     | 61,328 views

    Every person who receives Jesus as their forgiver and leader needs to keep on growing in their faith.

    Growing in Christ Acts 9:20-31 Intro: Saul had repented of his former way of living and had put his trust in Jesus. He had been forgiven for all of his sins, and had invited the Lord to be the leader of his life. Now what did that look like in Saul’s life? Did it make any difference in what he ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Journey Of Grace

    Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Mar 12, 2021
     | 3,792 views

    Everyone loves living on the mountaintop but we soon realize that lie is a journey. The Lord desires to journey with us. His grace is sufficient and is active in our lives even while we are yet sinners to bring us into a saving grace with Him.

    Journey of Grace Selected verses Introduction- If you only had 24 hours to live would it change the things you do and the things you say? If you knew someone only had 24 hours- Would you change your plans to see them? I would hope it would- Good morning everyone- We do not know what a day will ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    Journey Of Grace

    Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Apr 23, 2021
     | 3,358 views

    If you had only 24 hours to live would it change the things that you did? we cannot see the future but we can be prepared for the future . life is from first breath to last breath, make it a good one.

    Journey of Grace Selected verses Introduction- If you only had 24 hours to live would it change the things you do and the things you say? If you knew someone only had 24 hours- Would you change your plans to see them? I would hope it would- Good morning everyone- We do not know what a day will ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    Three Starting Points To Experience Easter Series

    Contributed by Bumble Ho on Mar 29, 2005
    based on 10 ratings
     | 5,532 views

    Since Jesus resurrected and is still alive today, we can experience Him the same way as Mary, the disciples and Thomas did. There are 3 ways to start experience Easter in our lives today: Love Jesus, Trust Him and Seek Him among His Followers.

    [Before the message, welcome the guests and instruct them to fill out the welcome cards (to be used at the ending invitation).] {Beginning: 1st hand vs. 2nd hand experience}[i] Good morning! With me up here are ML and MP. Both of them are best friend with one another; and both have a certain ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

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    Anchors During Adversity

    Contributed by Marty Hopkins on Oct 6, 2005
    based on 14 ratings
     | 8,895 views

    What are you anchored to when your world turns upside down in the storms of life?

    “Anchors During Adversity” (Romans 5:1-11) Weds. Night I’m glad you’re here tonight. You know, one of the things that has always been kind of a mystery to me is why more people don’t come to church on Wednesday night. I know that some people get home late and can’t come and I know that some ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist