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  • Philip Harrelson avatar

    Psalm 12 - When The Faithful Vanish Series

    Contributed by Philip Harrelson on Oct 1, 2015
     | 12,062 views

    A provoking message of what life might look like when the godly disappear from society.

    WHEN THE FAITHFUL VANISH TEXT: Psalm 12:1-8 Psalms 12:1-8 KJV To the chief Musician upon Sheminith, A Psalm of David. Help, LORD; for the godly man ceaseth; for the faithful fail from among the children of men. [2] They speak vanity every one with his neighbour: with flattering lips and with a ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Trinity 16 - The Deity Of Christ 5 Series

    Contributed by Stephen Fournier on Oct 3, 2015
     | 3,496 views

    The Trinity 16 - The Deity of Christ 5

    The Trinity 16 - The Deity of Christ 5 Christ in the OT 2/24/13 I want to begin this morning by reading to you Colossians 1:9-10; “And so, from the day we heard, we have not ceased to pray for you, asking that you may be filled with the knowledge of his will in all spiritual wisdom ...read more

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    Denomination: Bible Church

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    The Journey Back To The Father's House

    Contributed by Kevin L. Jones on Oct 4, 2015
    based on 6 ratings
     | 27,472 views

    Examining the reunion and celebration that will take place when the wayward child returns to the Heavenly Father.

    The Journey Back To The Father's House Luke 15:11-24 Listen online at - https://www.facebook.com/Stockdalebaptist or http://www.stockdalebaptist.com/ American novelist Thomas Wolfe wrote a novel that proclaimed You Can’t Go Home Again. The novel was about a an author named George Webber. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    We're Only Human Series

    Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Oct 11, 2015
     | 9,230 views

    The book of Acts shows us our DNA as a church.

    We're Only Human - September 20, 2015 - Acts 14:8-18 We’ve been paying close attention to the Book of Acts for the last number of months, with some breaks. But we’ve been, hopefully, learning a fair bit about the early church, which as I’ve mentioned, is really our early, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Person In The Mirror Part 4 Series

    Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Oct 11, 2015
     | 10,427 views

    Part 4 focuses on if God is our co-pilot then we must be the pilot and the ones calling the shot. If we are the co-pilot then God is calling the shots and we need to understand what He is saying about us.

    The Person In The Mirror Part 4 Scriptures: James 1:21-24; Deuteronomy 28:1-14; 1 Peter 2:9-10 Introduction This message is part 4 in my series “The Person In The Mirror.” The foundational Scripture for this series comes from James chapter one. He said “Therefore, putting ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    If I Lead Will Anyone Follow? Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Oct 11, 2015
    based on 24 ratings
     | 19,726 views

    Every church needs to be led. How does someone with the gift of leadership lead the church the way God wants them to? How can leaders avoid hurting God's church? And how can a leader be sure they're leading the church the way they should?

    OPEN: I once talked with a friend of mine who told about the new preacher his congregation had hired. In the type of church my friend attends they have “pastors” who are placed in the position of running the church. And my friend was talking about the great respect he had for his ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Do You Want To Get Well?

    Contributed by Melvin Newland on Oct 16, 2015
    based on 4 ratings
     | 28,116 views

    Jesus didn't always do things the way people expected Him to, including healing. Sometimes Jesus' healing was painful because it required people to face truth about themselves that people just don't like to face.

    MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK As we look at our world today, we realize that many people carry incredible burdens. Hearts are broken from disappointments & betrayal. Stress, loneliness, & anxiety are rampant. Addiction to alcohol & drugs is at an all time ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Deadly - Pride Series

    Contributed by David Lodwig on Oct 20, 2015
     | 5,884 views

    A look at how the Seven Deadly Sins twist our God-created nature into something unnatural.

    INTRO - There are certain conversations in life that I love. o Last week, while at Physical Therapy for my shoulder, I wound up discussing Calvinistic theology and how it applies within a modern context with my therapist. o You know…light conversation for 7:45 in the morning. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    "Follow The Right Example" Series

    Contributed by Rick Finitzer on Oct 22, 2015
    based on 1 rating
     | 10,034 views

    We read and learn daily from the truths of the Word of God. But how do we live those truths out? We are surrounded by all sorts of examples (some good some bad). Paul uses two servants to show us how God uses ordinary people to do the extraordinary!

    Cornerstone Church October 18, 2015 “Follow the Right Example” Philippians 2:19-30 “I’m not a role model… ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    "I Never Knew You!"

    Contributed by John Gaston on Oct 26, 2015
    based on 1 rating
     | 10,565 views

    Many people will be surprised at the Judgment Seat that they aren't accepted by Christ. The criteria won't be our works, or zeal, or even cooperation in the supernatural. It will be whether we are known to Jesus in relationship!

    “I NEVER KNEW YOU!” Matt. 7:21-23 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. Dick Van Dyke once described Mahatma Gandhi. 2. He said, “Gandhi walked barefoot everywhere, ate very little, and often fasted, leaving him thin and with very bad breath.” 3. Thus he is often thought of as a ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    The Guilt Grind Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Nov 1, 2015
    based on 14 ratings
     | 28,903 views

    Did you realize that God has a prescription for dealing with guilt and shame. And that this prescription works for both Christians and non-Christians. What could even non-Christians possibly do to resolve their guilt in sin?

    OPEN: A little boy had been given a slingshot for his birthday. He loved it and practiced every day aiming at different objects. During the summer he and his sister would spend a lot of time at their grandmother’s house and, one day he was out in her backyard he spied his grandma’s pet ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Wise Men Series

    Contributed by Leighton (Lee) Vary on Nov 2, 2015
     | 12,810 views

    The unexpected journey of the Eastern Wisemen

    Introduction: The outline for this sermon was obtained from “The Preacher’s Outline and Sermon Bible,” Leadership Ministries World Wide. Anxious to include as many minorities, religions and disabilities as possible, the human resources department of the University of Alberta ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Teaching To The Test... And Beyond

    Contributed by Monty Newton on Nov 10, 2015
     | 3,861 views

    Ultimately, it is not only what you know... it is what you do with what you know.

    20151108 23rd Sunday after Pentecost B Title: Teaching to the Test... and Beyond Text: Mark 12:28-34 (Matthew 22:37-40 and Luke 10:25-28) Thesis: Ultimately, it is not only what you know… it’s what you do with what you know. Introduction Video Clip: “How NOT to Love ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Put A Helmet On! Eph.6:10-17

    Contributed by Mark Dellosso on Nov 12, 2015
    based on 1 rating
     | 10,024 views

    How important is it to protect your Head? This sermon will address how to stand against the things that mess up your head! Whoever, or whatever has got your head, had got you! Stand firm. Are you ready for a shifing? Keep your helmet on!

    =Scripture Text: Eph.6:10-17 “Finally, my brethren, be strong in the Lord and in the power of His might. Put on the whole armor of God, that you may be able to STAND against the wiles (tricks, deceptions and schemes) of the devil. (12) For we do not wrestle against flesh and blood, but ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Alpha And Omega Moments With King Jesus

    Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Nov 17, 2015
     | 10,253 views

    Christ is the Alpha and the Omega. We are called to have alpha and omega moment(s) with Christ. We are called to have an authentic spiritual beginning. live out a true alpha life and be ready for our physical omega moment.

    Scripture: Revelation 1:4-8; John 18:33-37; Daniel 7:9-14 Subject: Alpha and Omega Moments with our LORD Proposition: Christ is the Alpha and the Omega. We are called to have alpha and omega moment(s) with Christ. We are called to have an authentic spiritual beginning. live out a true ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene