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  • Ron Ferguson avatar

    Elisha’s Ministry - The Passing Of The Great Man Of God – Elisha Dies, Now With His Lord 2 Kings 13: 14-21 Series

    Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Jul 21, 2022
     | 2,836 views

    Elisha was a prophet mightily used by God because he was available and faithful. However like all of us, our ministry comes to an end, and we are called home. This completes the series on Elisha and is a fitting close to this great man.

    ELISHA’S MINISTRY - THE PASSING OF THE GREAT MAN OF GOD – ELISHA DIES, NOW WITH HIS LORD 2 Kings 13: 14-21 SERIES – MESSAGES ON ELISHA – HIS LIFE AND MINISTRY Number 21 [A]. THE LAST DAYS OF THE PROPHET. 2Kings 13 v 14 When Elisha became sick with the illness of which he was to die, Joash the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    On The Threshold Of The Supernatural

    Contributed by John Gaston on Apr 13, 2015
     | 8,099 views

    We can get close to a miracle and never experience it.We have to press-in in prayer to Jesus and get so close that we cross over the threshold of the miraculous. Jonathan did that in his battle with the Philistines. Read on.

    ON THE THRESHOLD OF THE SUPERNATURAL 1 Sam. 14:6-15,23 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: BOUDREAUX DUMPING TRASH 1. Boudreaux pulled over on the side of the highway and was dumping his trash beside the road. 2. A policeman spotted him, turned around, got out and walked up to him. “Boudreaux, what ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    What Really Counts Series

    Contributed by Brad Beaman on Nov 28, 2015
     | 6,632 views

    We are told what really counts. Paul closes the letter to the Galatians with his own hand and using large letters. It would be like using bold print in an email. It is his way of saying pay close attention to this section of the letter.

    Some things are simply more important than others. When you receive junk mail do you give it the same importance as priority mail? I use a different wake up call system when I have an early morning appointment that is really important. I may set two alarms if I do not want to be late under any ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Pleading For God’s Presence

    Contributed by Donnie Martin on Jul 17, 2009
    based on 8 ratings
     | 12,128 views

    With longing in his heart, Isaiah remembers the time in Israel’s history when God dwelt among His people, and expresses his strong desire for its return, as well as the remedy for its absence.

    PLEADING FOR GOD’S PRESENCE Text: Isaiah 64 Intro: Isaiah the prophet was a highly esteemed citizen of Jerusalem, who enjoyed access to the royal court; and who later became the trusted advisor to king Hezekiah. His ministry basically involved the preaching of judgment against Judah. This was ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Reflecting God's Holiness In Love Series

    Contributed by Stan Rodda on Jun 24, 2005
    based on 5 ratings
     | 5,708 views

    It’s hard to pinpoint being holy like God. But if we just look at it from the perspective of love, then maybe we can understand God’s holiness and reflect it better in our own lives!

    Reflecting God’s Holiness in Love! Every week my son Grant does something that I could probably use in a sermon in some way. I just love watching him and seeing the things he does and I try to remember as many of them as possible because they make such good illustrations. Parents, did you know ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Path Breakers!

    Contributed by Bala Samson on Oct 12, 2014
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,100 views

    This message is for those who would love to hear the heart-beat of God! This message is for those who are passionate to leave the ‘norm’ zone and get into the ‘dare’ zone!

    Path breakers! Exodus 33:18” Moses said, "Please show me your glory." The mere mention of the name Moses is enough to draw gasps of admiration! He was the man with whom God spoke face to face! He was the man chosen and selected by God Himself to lead a crowd of around 6 lakh people, ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    God’s Flying Chariot Series

    Contributed by Thomas Swope on Jan 14, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 15,490 views

    A study of chapter 10 verses 1 through 22

    Ezekiel 10: 1 – 22 ‘God’s flying chariot’ “1 And I looked, and there in the firmament that was above the head of the cherubim, there appeared something like a sapphire stone, having the appearance of the likeness of a throne. 2 Then He spoke to the man clothed with linen, and said, “Go in among ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

  • Michael Stark avatar

    God’s Enduring Word Series

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Mar 3, 2011
    based on 3 ratings
     | 12,941 views

    The message is a study of the permanence of God’s Word.

    “Heaven and earth will pass away, but my words will not pass away.” Among the many comforting words spoken by the Master for the encouragement of His people, the words of this text must assuredly rank among the most precious. Many Christians consider them seminal assurance. The comfort derived ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    God's Love, God's Family And God's Forever Home

    Contributed by C Jordan on Feb 14, 2014
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,590 views

    When I went to bed Saturday night, I still didn't have a message for this Sunday. When I woke up that morning, the Lord said, "Tell them about my love, my family, and my forever home."

    GOD’S LOVE, GOD’S FAMILY, AND GOD’S FOREVER HOME OPENING: Testimonies INTRO TO TOPIC: Challenging week. As of last night, didn’t have a sermon. • “Trust in the Lord with all your heart, And lean not on your own understanding; In all your ways acknowledge Him, ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    Stop Murmuring And Praise God

    Contributed by Rodney Johnson Sr., on Feb 18, 2016
     | 16,785 views

    God has been too good for us to murmur about anything. We should be more grateful and less complaintive.

    Introduction: Nothing hurts the church as much as a culture of complaining among its members. Joyce Meyers said: “complain and remain or praise and be raised.” In my 32 years of shepherding God’s people; I have found nothing as detrimental as whining individuals. A whining ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Merciful Ways Of God

    Contributed by Jay Mcphearson on Mar 19, 2004
    based on 7 ratings
     | 3,744 views

    "The Love of God calls us to be who God is to the world."

    The word ‘Cat’ to my dog Sandy is not a word she wants to hear. It evokes an instant response of revulsion and loathing. ‘Grrr. Let me at it.’ Occasionally we’ll be quietly watching television, snoozing away, and a commercial will come on with a cat noise in it. Instant pandemonium. Vroom. The ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    When God Says No

    Contributed by Bryan Dill on Jun 17, 2006
    based on 129 ratings
     | 70,423 views

    I want us to look at what happens when God says no. Does that mean that God doesn’t care for us? Does it mean that He’s being cruel? Let’s take a look at a couple different times in scripture when God said no to his children’s prayers.

    WHEN GOD SAYS NO Barbara Kerby has written a humorous reflection about her first experience of driving. Barbara’s father took her to the high school parking lot for driving lessons. For this particular lesson, Barbara’s three-year-old sister rode along in the backseat. While trying to negotiate a ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Dr. Jerry N. Watts avatar

    Live As God's Children Series

    Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Sep 15, 2008
    based on 8 ratings
     | 9,426 views

    If we are God’s children, we should live as such. This message lifts suggestions to help the believer live as God’s child

    LIVE AS GOD’S CHILDREN Romans 8:12-17 * “We are all God’s children!” Have you ever heard this statement? It sounds good, it seems right, it feels good, but there is absolutely no Biblical truth to it. Today across this nation there is a widely held view that everyone is in the family of God and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Presence And Power Of God

    Contributed by Eddie Nicandro on Nov 5, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 9,672 views

    SOME IMPORTANT TRUTHS ABOUT THE PRESENCE AND POWER OF GOD IN OUR LIVES: 1. THE PRESENCE AND POWER OF GOD GIVES US NEW IDENTITY 2. THE PRESENCE AND POWER OF GOD GIVES US JOY 3. THE PRESENCE AND POWER OF GOD GIVES US VICTORY.

    THE PRESENCE AND POWER OF GOD TEXT: Exodus 3:7-15; 2 Chronicles 7:14 "If my people, which are called by My name, shall humble themselves, and pray, and seek My face, and turn from their wicked ways; then will I hear from heaven, and will forgive their sin, and heal their ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Being God's Church

    Contributed by Richard Schwedes on Jan 26, 2014
     | 7,241 views

    Being God's church...means relying on and sharing God's grace. We explore what it means to be a church community relying on and sharing God's grace.

    Three couples were having a coffee together after church. They were frustrated. Things weren’t going well at church. The pastor wasn’t doing what they wanted. There were some people in the congregation who were obviously sinners and trouble makers. There were people who wouldn’t ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran