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  • Jeff Strite avatar

    When Mamma Prays Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on May 10, 2009
    based on 68 ratings
     | 61,866 views

    The Bible tells us that God closed up Hannah’s womb. Really? Would He do that, or was this the kind of comment where we call something an "act of God?"

    Real Mothers are special people. Real mothers would like to be able to eat a whole candy bar (all by themselves) and drink a Coke without any "floaters" in it. Real Mothers know that their kitchen utensils are probably in the sandbox. Real Mothers often have sticky floors, filthy ovens and happy ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Let The Day Star Arise In Our Hearts

    Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Jun 30, 2016
     | 4,651 views

    To show that we need to pay close attention to GOD's WORDS - the LORD JESUS and His WORDS so that the Day Star or Morning Star will rise up within our hearts.

    I. EXORDIUM: Are you an overcomer? Yes, because the Day Star lives within me. II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers/unbelievers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that we need to pay close attention to GOD's WORDS - the LORD JESUS and His WORDS so that the Day Star or Morning Star will rise up within our ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Let The Day Star Arise In Our Hearts

    Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Jul 27, 2016
     | 4,635 views

    To show that we need to pay close attention to GOD's WORDS - the LORD JESUS and His WORDS so that the Day Star or Morning Star will rise up within our hearts.

    I. EXORDIUM: Are you an overcomer? Yes, because the Day Star lives within me. II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers/unbelievers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that we need to pay close attention to GOD's WORDS - the LORD JESUS and His WORDS so that the Day Star or Morning Star will rise up within our ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Should Churches Do Business?

    Contributed by Jeff Van Wyk on Aug 3, 2013
    based on 1 rating
     | 10,203 views

    A church should be an active, contributing member of its community, rather than a closed-off mini-community that keeps to itself and this can extend to becoming involved in business or in the business community.

    Churches in business Luke 19:13 - So he called ten of his servants, delivered to them ten minas, and said to them, “Do business till I come.” God always intended for the priesthood to reinvest a portion of the tithe, with the expectation of a return. It was part of His plan to show ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    Honoring Dad And Mom

    Contributed by Greg Nance on Oct 9, 2012
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,616 views

    Honoring God is closely followed by honoring parents. This is no accidental order in the Ten Commandments list. We do well to pay attention here and help our children follow this.

    Don’t you enjoy watching your kids learn as they grow up? Think of all the things you teach your children: How to walk, talk, pray, trust God, follow Jesus, Bible characters, eat, clean up, tie shoes, dress, share, sit quietly in church, get along with brothers or sisters, and on and on. ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    A Fresh Start

    Contributed by James Lee on Oct 17, 2012
    based on 1 rating
     | 9,184 views

    This message was preached 5 years @ Elim Bible Church, a "start-over" Church. I am thrilled to say is still moving foward, after nearly closing her doors.

    A Fresh Start Ph.3: 13-14 Have you ever felt like you just needed a fresh start…a do-over? Sometimes we are given an opportunity for a fresh start but how we handle the fresh start will determine how we finish. Let’s look at three things that I believe will help us when we find that we ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Part 2: Fear Not Series

    Contributed by Pastor Randall Timblin on Nov 1, 2019
     | 3,432 views

    What are you afraid of? Is it the dark? Is it strangers? How about the fear of heights or closed spaces? Many of us have these fears and have a hard time getting over them.

    I guess it wouldn’t help if I told you that they are a mere figment of your imagination? There is a story about a tight-rope walker. He was performing in the local circus in the big-tent. He was more than 50 feet in the air and had no net. As he moved about there were oohs and ahhhs. After his ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    The Controversy And Confrontation That Jesus’ Kingdom Brings Series

    Contributed by Jim Butcher on Dec 14, 2021
     | 2,110 views

    A look at the three closing promises Simeon makes - all of them challenging. What do we learn from these and where do we see these happening in Jesus' ministry?

    SAFE AND HARMLESS? Is Jesus’ Kingdom like “no more tears” shampoo? - Have a bottle of Johnson and Johnson baby shampoo and talk about the old “no more tears” promise. It was safe and harmless. A PIERCING SWORD: Simeon speaks of a Kingdom that is less happy and harmless and more controversial ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Closet (Room) Of Communication With The Father Series

    Contributed by Musasizi Ronald on Jan 27, 2025
     | 304 views

    But when you pray, go into your room, close the door and pray to your Father, who is unseen. Then your Father, who sees what is done in secret, will reward you

    There is a language used in baby class that a man in secondary can't accommodate, likewise, a man at the university can't accommodate the language of secondary. We should quit the language of using sticks to add 2+3. How long shall we stay babies? During Christ's ministration, He used ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Unstoppable Light Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 21, 2025
     | 149 views

    An unstoppable light is one that no darkness can overcome. It shines regardless of circumstances, attacks, or environments. It is the kind of light that breaks limitations, opens closed doors, and causes men to arise and shine.

    UNSTOPPABLE LIGHT By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Isaiah 60:1-3 Supporting Texts: Matthew 5:14-16; John 1:4-5; 2 Corinthians 4:6; Proverbs 4:18; Genesis 1:3 INTRODUCTION: Light is a symbol of clarity, revelation, guidance, and dominion. Wherever light appears, darkness must disappear. In the ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Joel Gilbert avatar

    A Covenant Community Communicates Clearly Series

    Contributed by Joel Gilbert on Sep 30, 2024
     | 516 views

    As James closes his letter to exiles, he concludes with instructions on three different topics - communication (oaths), prayer, and care. This sermon looks at the first of those in the context of a covenant community.

    In the run up to the 1988 Presidential Election, Vice President George H.W. Bush famously said “Read my lips: no new taxes.” He was running on a platform of consistency. He sought to take the policies and success of the Reagan years into a new term. He, in essence, swore an oath, made a promise ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Mother Hunger

    Contributed by Jeremy Houck on May 21, 2005
    based on 24 ratings
     | 9,795 views

    When we study the mothering side of God, we discover a God who yearns for intimacy with us. This Holy One longs to be close to his people as a mother longs to be with her child.

    Mother Hunger Isaiah 66:7-13 Last week we looked at God as our Father, and for everyone here that’s not a very hard concept to get your head around. We have heard it, read it, and even sung it. While we are comfortable with talking about God as a father, many of us may break out in a sweat at the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    "Six Hundred Threescore And Six..." By Dr. Winson Butler

    Contributed by Winson Butler on Jun 28, 2005
    based on 6 ratings
     | 1,599 views

    Look closely at the closest associations in your life, for that is the direction you are heading. Hopefully those you associate with are saved. If not then you should be aware of the dangers ahead. Let’s examine it together!

    Introduction Man has always been intruiged with the message & often times mystery of Revelation 13:18. As a Christian, one might be tempted to say, "It isn’t that hard to understand.." Well, Yes and No. To better comprehend the interpretation of Revelation 13 we have to study the whole text. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Ashamed

    Contributed by Craig Smee on Jul 23, 2005
    based on 14 ratings
     | 5,986 views

    A close look at how often we can feel ashamed of the gospel, ashamed of our brothers and sisters because we loose sight of the fact that we are to stand unashamed as Gods Army.

    I heard the story of a man, (an alcoholic, drug addict) a bum. He was saved but the hard life he had lived showed on his face. He saw a woman getting into a limousine and felt the need to witness to her. She was appalled at him. She said, "You should be ashamed of yourself". He said, "Mam, I’m am ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    One Of You Shall Betray Me

    Contributed by James May on Jun 20, 2004
    based on 29 ratings
     | 4,680 views

    I can hear these words of Jesus ring through every gathering of his people. There is always a chance that someone will begin to walk in the shoes of Judas unless we stay close to Jesus.

    ONE OF YOU SHALL BETRAY ME by Pastor James May Matthew 26:20-23, "Now when the even was come, he sat down with the twelve. And as they did eat, he said, Verily I say unto you, that one of you shall betray me. And they were exceeding sorrowful, and began every one of them to say unto him, Lord, ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible