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  • William D. Brown avatar

    Rev. # 65~19:1- Praises From Heaven Series

    Contributed by William D. Brown on Sep 18, 2010
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     | 4,188 views

    At this point in our study of the Revelation of Jesus Christ, let us be aware that the 7- year Tribulation is coming to a close with the Lords return and the Battle of Armageddon.

    Rev. # 65~19:1- PRAISES FROM HEAVEN 7-31-10 At this point in our study of the Revelation of Jesus Christ, let us be aware that the 7- year Tribulation is coming to a close with the Lords return and the Battle of Armageddon. The Old ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Where Do The Wars Come From? Series

    Contributed by Daniel Colvin on Feb 20, 2004
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     | 3,927 views

    Who or what is your battle and look closely inside yourself do the wars and little battles start with you? And can the battle end with you?

    Where do the wars come from? James 4:1-5 Introduction In an old monastery near Bebenhausen, Germany, you may see two pairs of deer horns interlocked. They were found in that position many years ago. The deer had been fighting; their horns got jammed together and could not be separated. (James 4:1) ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Year In Review

    Contributed by Douglas Phillips on Apr 20, 2017
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    AS THE YEAR COMES TO A CLOSE WE OFTEN TAKE TIME TO REFLECT ON IT. LET US NOT FORGET TO USE OUR REFLECTIONS AS STEPPING STONES INTO THE FUTURE.

    THE YEAR IN REVIEW THE YEAR 2014 IS RAPIDLY DRAWING TO A CLOSE. I DON’T KNOW ABOUT YOU BUT I FOUND THIS YEAR TO GO BY EXTREMELY FAST. I THINK I NOTICE THE YEARS PASSING QUICKER AS I GROW OLDER. MANY GROUPS AND PEOPLE USE THIS TIME TO LOOK AT THE YEAR IN REVIEW, AND ALSO TO ANTICIPATE WHAT 2015 ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Last Words

    Contributed by Roger Thomas on Feb 21, 2007
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    The closing benediction of Jude is the Bible’s last words before the grand finale. These are the Coach’s finaly rallying cry before the Ultimate Contest.

    Dr. Roger W. Thomas, Preaching Minister First Christian Church, Vandalia, MO Last Words Before The Big Game Jude 24-25 To him who is able to keep you from falling and to present you before his glorious presence without fault and with great joy—to the only God our Savior be glory, majesty, power ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Cohabitation

    Contributed by David Parks on Nov 1, 2002
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     | 6,101 views

    If you are a teen listen closely, because the odds are very high that someone will ask you to move in with them. Decide now, how you will respond.

    COHABITATION TEXT: Gal. 5:16-26 INTRODCUTION 1. While conducting a pastor’s seminar on how to cut the divorce rate in the Tampa Bay area, Religious writer Mike McManus asked, "How many couples who come to you to be married, are living together?" In a chorus, they replied: "70 to 75 percent!" ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Jesus Prays For Us

    Contributed by Greg Nance on Dec 12, 2009
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     | 7,951 views

    Jesus prayer in John 17 closes with a powerful request for us who believe through the message of his first disciples. We are called to be one!

    Opening story... Robert Putman, a Professor at Harvard, wrote a book called Bowling Alone. In it he documents the decline in community life over the last four decades. He got his title from this “trivial yet telling example”: the percentage of adults who belong to a bowling league today is only ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Wes Richard avatar

    Four Principles For Following Jesus Series

    Contributed by Wes Richard on Apr 1, 2008
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     | 6,025 views

    What might happen if our church were to follow the Starbucks example and temporarily close its doors to examine the way we follow Jesus?

    Starbucks Opens A new Starbucks has opened, of all places, at St. Rita’s Medical Center. We had never tasted Starbucks coffee, so last Wednesday we stopped in to see what it was like. With all the flavors and sizes and prices up on the board, it wasn’t easy to decide what we would order ...read more

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    Denomination: Brethren

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    How To Win Souls…..

    Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Apr 6, 2022
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    The Lord Jesus is the master soul winner. This means that if you are interested in learning how to be a soul winner you need to examine the life of Christ closely.

    For example, look at Matthew 4:18-20, we read, “And Jesus, walking by the sea of Galilee, saw two brethren, Simon called Peter, and Andrew his brother, casting a net into the sea: for they were fishers. And he saith unto them, Follow me, and I will make you fishers of men. And they straightway ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    18 Principles For Church Life Series

    Contributed by Wes Richard on Nov 11, 2008
     | 6,040 views

    In Paul’s closing words to the Thessalonians, Paul offers 18 principles for healthy church life regarding leaders, ministry, worship and the Holy Spirit.

    For the past several weeks we have focused on a letter that missionary Paul wrote to a young church he started in the city of Thessalonica. He wrote this letter in 50 A.D. and, of all the books in the New Testament, this one was written first. When he gets to the last part of his letter, Paul ...read more

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    Denomination: Brethren

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    Finish

    Contributed by Mark Lindsey on Dec 30, 2022
     | 9,193 views

    Before you embark on a new year, close out the old year first. To truly experience a new start, you must finish the old.

    “FINISH” ECCLESIASTES 7:8-10 Now that Christmas is behind us, the real work begins: de-decorating. To me, this is the worst part of Christmas. Have you ever tried to out your Christmas tree back in its original box? It is impossible! Here is the easiest way to store your Christmas tree. (Picture) ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Intro To 1 Corinthians Series

    Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Jan 27, 2015
     | 5,772 views

    This series is configured for a short 15 minute study or message. We will be taking a close look at the instructions, counseling and guidance that were given, in writing, to the Corinthians.

    Tonight begins a walk-through of Paul’s letters to the Corinthians. For the next year or so we will be taking a close look at the instructions, counseling and guidance that were given, in writing, to the Corinthians. But before we get into this study, we need to know a little background ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Pastor Randall Timblin avatar

    Disciples Do

    Contributed by Pastor Randall Timblin on Oct 27, 2017
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     | 6,963 views

    It is not enough to be saved. We are not to sit on the sidelines but instead to "Get in the Game." That is where we are needed and there is where we are to be according to our Lord Jesus Christ.

    CALL to WORSHIP We are here in Your House once again to worship You and Your Name. We ask to be blessed and anointed this morning. Tell us O Lord, what we must do to complete Thy Work. Hear Us as we ask for Your consideration on matters of importance to You. Give us Peace and Joy as ONLY You can ...read more

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  • Daniel Austin avatar

    A Model Father

    Contributed by Daniel Austin on Feb 28, 2010
    based on 6 ratings
     | 5,385 views

    This parable teaches us to seek a close relationship with our children. We need train our children by instruction and example in the way they should go.

    A Model Father 06/15/08 AM Text: Luke 15:11-24 Introduction ILL: It’s the third Sunday in June, and I’d like to say happy Father’s Day to all the dads here today. Father’s day owes its existence primarily to the persistence of one Sonora Smart Dodd. Sonora got the idea for Father’s day in 1909 ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Christian Cheong avatar

    Renew Your Life

    Contributed by Christian Cheong on May 25, 2014
     | 11,307 views

    The four major decisions you need to make in life - (1) submission to God's Word, (2) separation from the world, (3) Sabbath for God's people, and (4) support for God's work.

    Do you sometimes wish that you can wipe the slate clean and start all over again? • Like after messing up a drawing or a writing, you can crush the paper and start with a clean sheet? • Or your computer hit by viruses and you were unable to get rid of them, you can format the whole ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    You Are Not Hopeless

    Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Dec 14, 2019
     | 2,727 views

    When people lose hope they make bad decisions and live in darkness, despair and loneliness. Jesus has come to make nigh or close to Him.

    Ephesians 2:11 Wherefore remember, that ye being in time past Gentiles in the flesh, who are called Uncircumcision by that which is called the Circumcision in the flesh made by hands; 12 That at that time ye were without Christ, being aliens from the commonwealth of Israel, and strangers from the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist