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  • Kraig Pullam avatar

    I Need A Refill

    Contributed by Kraig Pullam on Feb 17, 2014
    based on 4 ratings
     | 30,203 views

    As Jesus turns water into wine as a symbol of bringing joy, He specializes in re-filling life's empty places.

    Re-Filling Your Empty Life by Kraig Pullam John 2:1-2:1 One of my favorite movies of which I will boldly, blatantly and unashamedly admit is the sequel “Bad Boys II.” It is a funny/amusing/somewhat comical/quite insightful movie whether you like or not with Martin Lawrence (of which ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Philippians Part 3 – "Humility Leads To Honor!” Series

    Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Dec 6, 2005
    based on 8 ratings
     | 6,681 views

    Humility is to be followed because it always follows the path of Jesus and this attitude will lead to a God honoring life which will be praised in Heaven.

    Philippians Part 3 – “Humility leads to honor!” Thesis: Humility is to be followed because it always follows the path of Jesus and this attitude will lead to a God honoring life which will be praised in Heaven. On the lighter side of life: Proverbs According To Kids A first grade teacher ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Spiritual Blessings - Ephesians 1 Series

    Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Feb 26, 2006
    based on 11 ratings
     | 10,998 views

    Paul reminds us that we are blessed spiritually if we are part of the faithful.

    “Spiritual Blessings” – Ephesians Chapter 1 On the lighter side of life: A Christian Puppy A Baptist couple decide that they want to get a dog. As they are walking down the street in town, they notice that a sign in the pet shop is advertising "Christian Puppies." Their interest piqued, they go ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    When The Elder Sins Series

    Contributed by Michael Stark on May 16, 2014
     | 5,151 views

    Elders are to be honoured for their labour. However, elders are to be held accountable before the congregation to discharge their appointment in a faithful manner.

    “Do not admit a charge against an elder except on the evidence of two or three witnesses. As for those who persist in sin, rebuke them in the presence of all, so that the rest may stand in fear. In the presence of God and of Christ Jesus and of the elect angels I charge you to keep these ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Take Your Time Series

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Jun 7, 2014
     | 6,440 views

    To avoid appointing unqualified people to the eldership, the elders must take time to know these candidates.

    “Do not be hasty in the laying on of hands, nor take part in the sins of others; keep yourself pure. (No longer drink only water, but use a little wine for the sake of your stomach and your frequent ailments.) The sins of some people are conspicuous, going before them to judgment, but the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Introduction & The Burnt Offering Series

    Contributed by Todd Stiles on Jan 12, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 12,733 views

    Many of us have struggled to find meaning in the book of Leviticus. During this 16-week series we will look at why this book of the Old Testament is important to New Testament believers, and how our connection with this book should be as familiar as a vis

    Offering: Living & Giving for the Glory of God Study of Leviticus Overview & The Burnt Offering Leviticus 1:1-17 First Family Church 317 S.E. Magazine Rd. Ankeny, IA 50021 www.firstfamilyministries.com Transcript of Message by Todd Stiles January 9, 2011 We are beginning a new series entitled ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Introduction & The Burnt Offering Series

    Contributed by Todd Stiles on Jan 12, 2011
    based on 5 ratings
     | 17,392 views

    Many of us have struggled to find meaning in the book of Leviticus. During this 16-week series we will look at why this book of the Old Testament is important to New Testament believers, and how our connection with this book should be as familiar as a vis

    Offering: Living & Giving for the Glory of God Study of Leviticus Overview & The Burnt Offering Leviticus 1:1-17 First Family Church 317 S.E. Magazine Rd. Ankeny, IA 50021 www.firstfamilyministries.com Transcript of Message by Todd Stiles January 9, 2011 We are beginning a new series entitled ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Not Ashamed! Series

    Contributed by David Dykes on Oct 29, 2014
    based on 2 ratings
     | 23,244 views

    Some people think they are going to go to heaven by doing good deeds or acting righteously. The very best thing I have ever done in my flesh compared to God’s holiness and purity, looks like dirty, filthy, stinking rags before God.

    INTRODUCTION Open your Bibles to Romans 1:16-17. Rome was the greatest city of the world in Biblical times. Now you really can’t say that now, because there are many great cities in the world today. New York, Tokyo, London, all are great. You really can’t say there is one city that ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    All In The Family Series

    Contributed by David Dykes on Oct 30, 2014
    based on 1 rating
     | 17,941 views

    Have you ever stopped and thought, “Why me? Why did God choose me to be his child?" It just pleased God to do so. It gave God pleasure to choose you to be his child. And when God does something he does it so he derives personal pleasure from it.

    INTRODUCTION Today I want to talk to you about being part of God’s family. We’re all so proud of our parents– or at least we ought to be–like the little boy in school who was bragging about how tough his daddy was and he turned to a little girl and said, “You know, my ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    God’s Infallible Guarantee Series

    Contributed by David Dykes on Oct 30, 2014
    based on 4 ratings
     | 19,900 views

    Have you ever bought a product and received a guarantee or a warranty that says if anything goes wrong with it, you get your money back? Romans 8:28 is “God’s Infallible Guarantee!”

    INTRODUCTION Last year I read the book entitled, Into Thin Air, written by John Krakauer, an account of the ill-fated expedition to climb Mt. Everest in May of 1996. This was the expedition where some of them got caught at the top of Mt. Everest during a terrible storm and of the five people who ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Jesus The Judge Series

    Contributed by Edgar Mayer on Apr 2, 2010
     | 8,618 views

    Jesus, the Judge.

    Rev Dr Edgar Mayer; Living Grace Toowoomba Church; Message on Jesus the Judge – Jesus Snapshots 05; Date: 17 January 2010 For more sermons and other writings check the following homepage: www.livinggracetoowoomba.org The Judge The church is always preaching Jesus Christ. The very first sermon ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    The Islamic Invasion Series

    Contributed by Thomas Swope on Apr 8, 2010
    based on 6 ratings
     | 14,952 views

    A study of chapter 38 verses 1 through 23

    Ezekiel 38: 1 – 23 The Islamic Invasion 1 Now the word of the LORD came to me, saying, 2 “Son of man, set your face against Gog, of the land of Magog, the prince of Rosh, Meshech, and Tubal, and prophesy against him, 3 and say, ‘Thus says the Lord GOD: “Behold, I am against ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

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    Counterfeit Christ Of Alcohol And Drugs Series

    Contributed by Brandon Nealy on Sep 2, 2014
     | 10,123 views

    A Christ centered, hopeful look at addiction

    The Counterfeit Christ of Alcohol & Drugs Idols of the Heart By Brandon Nealy Bible Text: Proverbs 23:19-35 Preached on: Sunday, May 15, 2011 Northside Baptist Church 800 Jefferson Blvd Lafayette, LA 70501 Website: www.wearechristchurch.com Online Sermons: www.sermonaudio.com/brandonnealy Well, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Lessons From The Soil: Sowing & Reaping Series

    Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Apr 20, 2009
    based on 3 ratings
     | 7,811 views

    1) The Precept, 2) The Principle behind the Precept, 3) The Promise, 4) The Procedure

    As we continue to deal with the fallout of the collapse of international financial markets one thing is clear: Unbridled greed does not work. Incentive to innovate and work hard in the long run results in prosperity, but short cuts, and unrestrained greed results in loss and ruin. Quote: J. A. ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    A Matter Of Success

    Contributed by Sheila Crowe on Apr 21, 2009
    based on 6 ratings
     | 12,259 views

    How do you know if you or your church is successful?

    THEME: How do you know if you or your church is successful? When what you have done reflects: Godly vision, Faith, Hardwork and determination, and when it points beyond your needs to the needs of others. READ SCRIPTURE "A preacher and soap maker went for a walk together. The soap maker ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist