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  • Stephen Smarowsky avatar

    9 Biblical Principles To Friendships

    Contributed by Stephen Smarowsky on Aug 26, 2008
    based on 24 ratings
     | 31,766 views

    We all need friends, but few understand the basics about forming quality friendships.

    9 Biblical Principles to Friendships: John 15:13-15 “Greater love has no one than this, that one lay down his life for his friends. You are My friends if you do what I command you. No longer do I call you slaves, for the slave does not know what his master is doing; but I have called you friends, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Your Memorial Before God

    Contributed by James May on May 27, 2007
    based on 11 ratings
     | 20,867 views

    Preached on Memorial Day but can be easily altered for any time. Our prayers and service are the memorial that we offer to God.

    Your Memorial Before God By Pastor Jim May The Book of Acts contains a story that I would like to bring to you this morning. It’s all about a memorial that God has for all of us who serve him. Since this is Memorial Day weekend I thought it would be good to think about what God considers to be ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    I Will Be Your God, And You Will Be My People

    Contributed by Eric Ledermann on Jul 23, 2002
    based on 34 ratings
     | 15,732 views

    We must be made new, fresh--sometimes every day. We must then renew over and over again, our intimate relationship with our God and we can continue to be God’s people, living in community with one another, signified by the meals that we share.

    “I will be your God, and you will be My people” April 9, 2000 Text: Jeremiah 31.31-34; John 12.20-33 Opening · Only through death can there be life: · The seed dies in order that the plant may grow. · Construction re-modeling--everything is gutted so that a whole new house may be ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Getting Even Somehow Series

    Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Jul 3, 2017
     | 4,558 views

    The emotion that wells up within us to “get even” is about control, consequences, and vindication. Relational issues are never JUST relational issues!

    Getting Even Somehow (Proverbs 25:21-24) 1. Nobody likes a power outage. You may light oil lamps or use LED lanterns. 2. You enter a room, try to turn on a light switch. There is a lot of psychology there. 3. This is even true of an internet our computer outage. We have become so dependent ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Shawn Drake avatar

    The Deceptive Path Series

    Contributed by Shawn Drake on Dec 23, 2025
    based on 2 ratings
     | 610 views

    This is the 12th Sermon from the Book of Proverbs Series, "Wisdom For Life".

    Series: Wisdom For Life [#12] THE DECEPTIVE PATH Proverbs 7:1-27 Introduction: Proverbs 7 vividly illustrates how easy it is to be led astray by false promises and seductive appearances, often when we least expect it. The chapter paints a powerful picture of a young person walking down a path ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Salvation Of A Scarlet Woman And The Nature Of True Worship

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Aug 19, 2004
    based on 22 ratings
     | 4,654 views

    The conversation between Jesus and the Samaritan woman at Jacob’s well is one of the high points of John’s gospel. Included in this conversation is a priceless revelation concerning true worship.

    Text: Scripture Reading: John 4:3-30, 39-42 The conversation between Jesus and the Samaritan woman at Jacob’s well is one of the high points of John’s gospel. Included in this conversation is a priceless revelation concerning true worship. Jesus was concerned about a certain village of people that ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Lifestyle Of Humility

    Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Sep 25, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 287 views

    Godly humility, a theme woven deeply into the fabric of Scripture, represents a fundamental aspect of the Christian life. Unlike worldly humility, which often centers on self-deprecation or false modesty, godly humility is rooted in acknowledging God's sovereignty and our dependence on Him.

    OPENING ILLUSTRATION: Play the video “Danger of Pride.” INTRODUCTION: Godly humility, a theme woven deeply into the fabric of Scripture, represents a fundamental aspect of the Christian life. Unlike worldly humility, which often centers on self-deprecation or false modesty, godly humility is ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Some Reflections Of John 17

    Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on May 31, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,058 views

    Is believing in the existence of God enough to make you a Christian?

    WSG and TSJ 05-05-2011 Sermon: I was once sent this story by e-mail: A man went to a barbershop to have his hair cut and his beard trimmed. As the barber began to work, they began to have a good conversation. They talked about so many things and various subjects. When they eventually touched ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    The Problem That Did Not Prosper

    Contributed by Chris Swanson on Nov 24, 2022
     | 1,227 views

    We do not need to let our fears control us. By doing so we make our fears come in front of God. We need to recognize that God is stronger than our fears and when He has called us to do something, He will help us in doing that task.

    Nehemiah was the cupbearer to the king of Persia, Artaxerxes. He was a man of God and was a trusted advisor to the king. Many decades prior, Zerubbabel was able to get the Jerusalem Temple rebuilt. Some years later, Ezra had returned to Jerusalem to help with the spiritual needs of the people. Now ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Go The Mountain... Go Make Disciples

    Contributed by Pedro Trinidad on Oct 14, 2019
     | 4,079 views

    Worship precedes going

    ? Matthew 28:16–19 NIV Then the eleven disciples went to Galilee, to the mountain where Jesus had told them to go. When they saw him, they worshiped him; but some doubted. Then Jesus came to them and said, “All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. Therefore go and make disciples ...read more

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    Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

  • Jon Daniels avatar

    The Beauty Of Restoration

    Contributed by Jon Daniels on Apr 27, 2020
    based on 2 ratings
     | 7,657 views

    If you will come to Jesus, He will restore your life, no matter what condition it's in.

    “THE BEAUTY OF RESTORATION” John 21:15-19 FBCF – 4/26/20 Jon Daniels INTRO – Restoration shows are popular on TV these days. Just on HGTV: - A Very Brady Renovation - American Rehab (Buffalo, Detroit, Virginia) - Beach Flip - Beachfront Bargain Hunt Renovation - Brother vs. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Robert Thomas avatar

    I Know That I Can Stand

    Contributed by Robert Thomas on Mar 12, 2002
    based on 31 ratings
     | 5,150 views

    A look at the life of Daniel to gain strenght to stand for the Lord in any situation

    I Know That I Can Stand Daniel 1 Introduction: NOTICE: While in this office speak in a low, soothing tone and do not disagree with me in any manner. Please be informed that excess noise and any non-concurrence causes great gastric difficulty, hyper-peristalsis, hyper-secretion of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Ed Vasicek avatar

    Godly Motivation

    Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 94 ratings
     | 9,459 views

    Being motivated to serve the Lord with zeal usually involves 2 factors: A Picture of Who God is (what He is Like) and A Sense of God’s Purpose for Your Life.

    1. God’s way of doing things is not always the easiest or least stressful... 2. we need to be motivated, invigorated, roused... 3. It is a constant battle, but there is an old tried and true formula; 4. lots of people motivated to do just about anything...but in the Kingdom of God, why we do ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Gordan Runyan avatar

    Have A Very Gadarene Christmas

    Contributed by Gordan Runyan on Nov 13, 2002
    based on 37 ratings
     | 3,157 views

    The essentials of the Christmas story are present in the deliverance of the man who had the Legion.

    It’s been said that “Familiarity breeds contempt.” Now, that’s not always the case. Certainly, in a close relationship, like a marriage, intimate, loving familiarity becomes one of the “load-bearing walls.” It’s what keeps the structure standing upright. It’s what supports the weight and ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Donald Rapp avatar

    Divine Discipleship Series

    Contributed by Donald Rapp on Jul 24, 2010
     | 4,521 views

    Discipleship as defined by our Lord.

    Divine Discipleship The Book of Mark Mark 1:16-20 I. Introduction: A. This morning we are going to talk about discipleship. B. We hear a lot about this subject. 1. A disciple is a learner/pupil. a) One who puts himself under the authority of a teacher or leader. b) Every one who is saved is ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist