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  • Dean Courtier avatar

    Visionary View: Signs And Wonders Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Sep 13, 2023
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     | 1,347 views

    Pentecost, when the Holy Spirit descended upon the disciples like tongues of fire, was a fulfilment of Joel's prophecy and a powerful demonstration of God's Spirit at work.

    Visionary View: Signs and Wonders Today, we embark on a journey of understanding and inspiration as we explore the prophetic words of the book of Joel. Opening Prayer: Let us commence with a prayer. Heavenly Father, we gather in Your presence, seeking wisdom and insight as we delve into Your ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Visionary View: Refreshment In The Valley Of Weeping (Psalm 84) Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Sep 13, 2023
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     | 1,232 views

    Psalm 84 is a beautiful passage that speaks of the longing for God's presence and the joy of dwelling in His house.

    Visionary View: Refreshment in The Valley of Weeping Dear brothers and sisters in Christ, may God's grace and peace be upon you as we gather today to explore the profound wisdom and inspiration found in Psalm 84. Let us open our hearts to the Word of God and His message for our lives. Opening ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Servant Leadership Involves Pain--Even In Election Season

    Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Oct 16, 2024
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    One of the two major parties has made abortion this voting cycle their preeminent priority. Let's look at the morality behind that divide.

    There is something almost humorous in today’s Gospel pericope. The story has come down to us in two versions. Both place this incident right after Jesus predicted His passion and death for the third time. St. Matthew’s original version pictures Salome, mother of James and John, making the request. ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

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    Hear To Do God's Word

    Contributed by Timm Meyer on Sep 6, 2002
    based on 36 ratings
     | 13,795 views

    Pentecost 15(B) - SEPTEMBER 1, 2002 - Believers are here to hear to do God’s Word NOT by adding or subtracting to it BUT by appreciating God’s wisdom.

    HEAR TO DO GOD’S WORD Deuteronomy 4:1-2, 6-8 September 1, 2002 Deuteronomy 4:1-2, 6-8 1 Hear now, O Israel, the decrees and laws I am about to teach you. Follow them so that you may live and may go in and take possession of the land that the LORD, the God of your fathers, is giving you. ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Fireside Chat

    Contributed by Dean Rhine on Jan 11, 2005
    based on 6 ratings
     | 1,965 views

    A call to trust God for the future

    This morning, I want to do something quite different for the sermon portion of the morning. Often in our country presidents will take a special time to share varioius thoughts with the people of the country. This morning, I want to do a “fireside chat” type presentation, about many subjects, that ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Beneath His Wings Part 1 Series

    Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Jun 5, 2010
    based on 8 ratings
     | 26,439 views

    Message focuses on walking in Jesus' shadow and protection.

    Beneath His Wings Scriptures: Psalm 91:1-6; Matthew 23:37; Malachi 4:2; Isaiah 40:31 Introduction: Psalm 91:2-6 says “He who dwells in the secret place of the Most High shall abide under the shadow of the Almighty. I will say of the Lord, ‘He is my refuge and my fortress; my God, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Watch Out For The Wise Guys Series

    Contributed by Clint Meade on Aug 11, 2007
    based on 17 ratings
     | 7,782 views

    Man’s wisdom is deficient, but God’s wisdom is always sufficient.

    Watch out for the wise guys Col. 2:8-10 A college student was in a philosophy class which had a discussion about God’s existence. The professor presented the following logic: "Has anyone in this class heard God?" Nobody spoke. "Has anyone in this class touched God?" Again, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Darkness

    Contributed by Bala Samson on Mar 30, 2020
     | 8,212 views

    I write this article on March 30, 2020, during the complete ‘LOCKDOWN’ period in our city Hyderabad, India due to Covid-19, Corona virus crisis that is now shaking the world.

    Darkness Joshua 24:7”He put darkness between you and the Egyptians, and brought the sea upon them and covered them; and your own eyes saw what I did in Egypt.” I write this article on March 30, 2020, during the complete ‘LOCKDOWN’ period in our city Hyderabad, India due to Covid-19, Corona virus ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Jesus The Good Shepherd

    Contributed by Jeff Simms on Mar 27, 2006
    based on 14 ratings
     | 9,651 views

    How Jesus compares himself to the shepherd and door of the sheep.

    SBC Philippi, 3/19/06 am; Rev. Jeff Simms Jesus the Good Shepherd; John 10:1-18 Jesus the Good Shepherd John 10:1-18 Primary Purpose: How Jesus compares to a good shepherd and door of the sheep. Jesus actually uses two common analogies to compare himself to his relationship to his sheep in this ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Message From A Dead Church

    Contributed by Tim Byrd on Aug 19, 2002
    based on 144 ratings
     | 10,740 views

    A message atfer preaching at a church in St Louis during the SBC. This was once a thriving, soul winning church.

    A MESSAGE FROM A DEAD CHURCH Date: June 23, 2002 Place: Allendale Baptist A.M. Service Text: 2 Timothy 3:1-5 Introduction Over a month ago I was asked to preach in a church in the St. Louis area while we were there for the Southern Baptist Convention. I spoke with a man from the church several ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    O For The Touch

    Contributed by Ron Hicks on Jun 11, 2007
    based on 14 ratings
     | 3,874 views

    Would you hesitate in coming to Christ if you knew that just one touch from Him would heal your situation? Well, what are you waiting on?

    O FOR THE TOUCH Matt 11:28-30 28 Come unto me, all ye that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. 29 Take my yoke upon you, and learn of me; for I am meek and lowly in heart: and ye shall find rest unto your souls. 30 For my yoke is easy, and my burden is light. Matt 11:28-30 ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Let It Die!

    Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Dec 22, 2011
    based on 9 ratings
     | 7,101 views

    There is a time to turn off the life support of a church and let it die with honor.

    1 Cor 4:1-2 1 Let a man so account of us, as of the ministers of Christ, and stewards of the mysteries of God. 2 Moreover it is required in stewards , that a man be found faithful. KJV There are some people who believe that as long as there is a building you should do all you can to keep a church ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Moved Upon The Face Of The Waters

    Contributed by Darren Sirmans on Sep 7, 2012
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     | 4,283 views

    If your life is empty, you should drink more water and have faith in God

    Read Genesis 1:1-5 I closed my eyes what do I see; darkness is everywhere. Suddenly, a light appeared in the midst. I wondered at him who caused this to happen. The bible says “let your eye be single less your whole body be full of darkness.” I knew that didn’t happen on its own, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    One Flock, One Shepherd

    Contributed by Daniel Haas on May 7, 2011
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     | 6,806 views

    Sometimes the lost sheep do not want to be found

    One Flock, One Shepherd - Let's focus on the One Shepherd first and then later on on us, the One Flock Psalm 23 - Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil! - Hymnal of Israel: Trust the Shepherd! - Terror of the 21st century - Even or especially in our ...read more

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    Denomination: Congregational

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    Jesus - Son Of God And Saviour Series

    Contributed by Paul Clemente on Oct 12, 2016
     | 6,842 views

    Son of God?

    We start a new sermon series today with the Gospel of Mark. First, just some background information about the Gospels and the author Mark. The Gospel simply means Good News! The 4 Gospels, Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John, of course are good news because it tells us about Jesus Christ; God who became ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible