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  • Jefferson Williams avatar

    The Mountain Series

    Contributed by Jefferson Williams on Jun 30, 2025
     | 465 views

    Moses leads the people of Israel to Mt. Sinai to prepare to receive the Law.

    The Story of Moses : Exodus 19-20 The Mountain Pastor Jefferson M. Williams Chenoa Baptist Church 06-29–2025 Awesome! In this culture, we overuse words to the point they lose their power. One of those words is “awe.” When Pete Crow-Armstrong makes an amazing catch for the Cubs, we say it ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Power Of Win, Connect, Train, & Send Series

    Contributed by Chris Mccall on Feb 20, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,318 views

    Today we will look at the power behind every aspect of the vision to “Win, Connect, Train, & Send.”

    Matthew 28:19-20 NLT 19Therefore, go and make disciples of all the nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit. 20Teach these new disciples to obey all the commands I have given you. And be sure of this: I am with you always, even to the end of the age." The ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Faith To See Jesus Series

    Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Aug 7, 2014
     | 5,150 views

    When Jesus heals a woman's daughter who was possessed, and a man who was deaf and mute, He displays to us how He can meet us right where we have a need as well. However, this can only happen IF we will seek Him out in the same way through faith!

    Faith to See Jesus Mark 7:24-37 Introduction - Jesus is demonstrated in this book as a “servant” -- Key verse: Mark 10:45, “For even the Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve, and to give his life as a ransom for many.” - IMP: What God ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Get Connected To God’s Kingdom

    Contributed by Gary Stebbins on Aug 4, 2009
    based on 9 ratings
     | 13,716 views

    It is so important that we get connected with God so we can experience the reality of His Kingdom in our lives today.

    Get Connected to God’s Kingdom (Due to technical difficulties audio is not available.) 8/1/09 Introduction Today many people would confess that life is busy. If we were honest w/ourselves, we would admit that we are overextended- no margin/space in our lives. Jan- talked about how we have no ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    Transformed By Grace

    Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Jan 23, 2025
    based on 2 ratings
     | 633 views

    The story of Paul's conversion provides enduring lessons for the Church's mission.

    Transformed by Grace Intro: The story of Paul's conversion provides enduring lessons for the Church's mission. Scripture: Acts 9:1-19 Reflection As I reflect deeply on the profound connection between Saint Paul's conversion and the contemporary relevance of the Church in India, I ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    The Unexpected Jesus (Sermon 1) At Work Today! Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Sep 4, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,466 views

    Many times in the Gospels, Jesus shows up in ways that people did not expect. He often defies expectations, both then and now, and as we look at three powerful moments in Scripture, we will see how Jesus reveals Himself in unexpected ways.

    Transformed by Truth: The Unexpected Jesus (sermon 1) At work today! Luke 24:13-35, John 4:4-30, Isaiah 55:8-9 Introduction Have you ever had a moment when something or someone completely surprised you? Maybe you expected one outcome, but what actually happened caught you off guard and left you ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Barefoot And Blessed

    Contributed by John Beehler on Aug 27, 2002
    based on 147 ratings
     | 16,533 views

    Answer the "burning bush". Go barefoot. Be Blessed.

    Barefoot and Blessed (Name), did you get my message? (Name), did you get the message I left for you on your answering machine? (Name), did you get the message I left for you on your cell phone’s voice mail? (Name), did you get my e-mail? We live in the information age where ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    The Power Of A Second Chance

    Contributed by Lynn Floyd on Apr 14, 2003
    based on 74 ratings
     | 11,823 views

    A sermon on Peter’s three denials: It is a call to understand that God gives us second chances in life and we aren’t to squander them.

    The Power of a Second Chance April 2, 2003 Pastor Lynn Floyd Introduction: Read Mark 14:27-31, 66-72 “You will all fall away,” Jesus told them, “for it is written: “’I will strike the shepherd, and the sheep will be scattered.’ But after I have risen, I will go ahead of you into Galilee.” Peter ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Jacob's Waking Dream Series

    Contributed by Kyle Meador on Mar 11, 2002
    based on 112 ratings
     | 15,889 views

    Jacob has been asleep his whole life, but God is about to wake him up. See if God is perhaps speaking to you as a sleep-walker as well.

    From the Very Start A Look at the Ancient Text of Genesis that speaks with Amazing Present-day Relevance A little history as you turn to Genesis 28: - Abraham receives 2 promises: o Father of many nations o I will give you this land § Struggles to doing things God’s way - Finally, Abraham and ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Sin = Suffering No!!!

    Contributed by Tim Zingale on Mar 13, 2001
    based on 248 ratings
     | 22,578 views

    A sermon for the 3rd Sunday in Lent Lectionary Series C

    Third Sunday in Lent Luke 13:1-9 Sin=Suffering, No !!   The hardest question a pastor might face is:" Why did God let this happen". "This" may be the death of a loved one, child, spouse, or friend. " This" maybe the lingering agony of a cancer patient, the total destruction of all property by a ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Wesley Bishop avatar

    Atm

    Contributed by Wesley Bishop on Mar 14, 2004
    based on 46 ratings
     | 9,343 views

    This is about the Anointing, Trials and Ministry of Jesus.

    Turn with me to Mark 1. Read Mark 1:9-15. There are three things we see in this passage. There is anointing, trial and ministry. Anointing Jesus had to be anointed by the Holy Spirit before he could start his earthly ministry. For the first thirty years of his life, he was a carpenter in the ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

  • Chip Monck avatar

    I Want To Be "Wow"Ed! Series

    Contributed by Chip Monck on Nov 28, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,415 views

    A series exploring the God given desires of our heart. Inspired by "The Seven Longings of the Human Heart" by Mike Bickle.

    (YouTube Video of "Quick Change" Artists from America’s Got Talent) How cool is that? The first time I saw that couple perform was live at a UK basketball game halftime and I was blown away! I absolutely love that kind of stuff. The kind of thing that you watch, and your mouth drop opens, and ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    Engaging The Enemy Series

    Contributed by Mike Wilkins on Oct 14, 2005
    based on 15 ratings
     | 7,830 views

    Spiritual warfare Jesus’ way.

    Apprenticing Under the Master Mark 5:1-20 September 25, 2005 Engaging the Enemy The reality of the enemy When we read stories like this one, some of our minds may do a little shift. We shift from taking the Bible at its word, trusting that Jesus said the things the Bible says he said, ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

  • Jake Kircher avatar

    Me-Monsters Don't Worship Series

    Contributed by Jake Kircher on Jan 25, 2006
    based on 13 ratings
     | 4,299 views

    What is real worship? Well, let’s first consider what it isn’t...

    “Beware of the Me-Monster,” says Comedian Brian Regan towards the end of his DVD called I Walked On The Moon. We are all very familiar with this Me-Monster of selfishness from encountering him throughout our lives. I think one of the biggest areas I see the Me-Monster pop up is when I am driving ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Up The Creek Without A Paddle Series

    Contributed by David Hill on Jul 8, 2004
    based on 7 ratings
     | 6,463 views

    Overcoming the obstacles to share your faith.

    Up the Creek without a Paddle Matthew 4:19 I ONCE LIVE IN SOUTHWEST FLORIDA…THE BREEZE OF THE GULF…THE SOUND OF THE OCEAN COMING TO SHORE…TOPICAL FLOWERS & TREES IT WAS PARADISE! IT WAS THERE I MET A MAN NAME DON JACKSON A PREACHER WHO HAD RETIRED & LOVED TO FISH. ONE DAY HE INVITED ME TO GO ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist