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    Sacrifice Of Righteousness

    Contributed by Thomas Swope on May 15, 2019
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    A study in the book of Psalm 4: 1 – 8

    Psalm 4: 1 – 8 Sacrifice of Righteousness 1 Hear me when I call, O God of my righteousness! You have relieved me in my distress; Have mercy on me, and hear my prayer. 2 How long, O you sons of men, will you turn my glory to shame? How long will you love worthlessness and seek falsehood? Selah 3 ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

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    The Good Shepherd

    Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Aug 9, 2019
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    This message is about the Good Shepherd who who protects his sheep, but also about the good sheep that obey the shepherd.

    The Good Shepherd John 10:1-21 Prayer- Father as we prepare our hearts for your word, may our hearts be open to receive the blessing that comes to us from your word. Your word is powerful and your word brings healing. May you accomplish all that you intend for each of us. In Jesus name. ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    Producing A Kingdom Harvest Series

    Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Feb 9, 2023
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    Believers who see, hear, and understand will be instructed and spiritually enriched with the mysteries or secrets of the kingdom of heaven producing fruit, more fruit and much fruit. The kingdom of God is all about the harvest!

    Sermon: Producing A Kingdom Harvest (The Blessedness of Hearing and Understanding the Word) Scripture: Matthew 13:1-23 “Later that same day Jesus left the house and sat beside the lake. 2 A large crowd soon gathered around him, so he got into a boat. Then he sat there and taught as the people stood ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    The Pursuit Of Holiness

    Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Jul 5, 2016
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    Tomorrow is the 4th of July; the day we celebrate our nation’s freedom. The Declaration of Independence states that we are endowed by our Creator with the right to life, liberty and the pusuit of happiness. But what about the pursuit of holiness?

    THE PURSUIT OF HOLINESS INTRODUCTION: Tomorrow is the 4th of July; the day we celebrate our nation’s freedom. In the Declaration of Independence we find the famous words, “We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    City Of Refuge - Kedesh Series

    Contributed by Andrew Dixon on Dec 1, 2022
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    The reason why there is so much detail mentioned even with regards to the names of these cities, is to help us understand that this was historical, and not just a made-up story. We will look at the name Kedesh which means ‘holy’ or ‘sacred place.’

    Today’s meditation is based on Joshua 20:1-2,“Then the LORD told Joshua to say to the people of Israel, "Choose the cities of refuge that I had Moses tell you about.” (GNB) This commandment that God had given to Moses was executed only after the people of Israel took possession of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    Touched By Jesus

    Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on Jun 12, 2012
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    Jesus restored the leper, literally one whom society had pushed away, driven away, piled into the dump and forgotten about.

    Touched By Jesus June 3 2012 Mark 1:40-45 Intro: At first he tried to hide it. Perhaps no one would notice. Maybe it would go away. It could be nothing. But instead of shrinking, it grew. His skin started to get blotchy. It broke open, began to ooze puss. The fear that had been ever ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Does God Make Us Sick? Series

    Contributed by Jason Jones on Dec 27, 2010
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    Exposition of Ps 30:1-12 regarding David's experience of pride, sickness/humility, repentance, and worship

    Text: Psalm 30:1-12, Title: Does God Make Us Sick? , Date/Place: NRBC, 12/26/10, AM A. Opening illustration: story of the young woman from a Christian home in rebellion, B. Background to passage: some think that this psalm was written following the census incident, but we can’t be sure. The ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    "Why Can't We Be Friends"

    Contributed by David Henderson on Sep 23, 2013
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    Solomon and David both remind us that one of the best investments we will ever make in life is an investment in people…making friends. This message helps us learn how to do that.

    “Why Can’t We Be Friends?” Ecclesiastes 4:9-12 and Proverbs 13:20 One of the most popular topics in song writing today has been the subject of friendship. The Beatles sang I get by with a little help from my friends. James Taylor and Carole King sang a song titled ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Crossing Of The Red Sea: “what Happens When God’s In The Lead” Series

    Contributed by Mike Fogerson on May 31, 2016
     | 24,807 views

    The Red Sea Crossing is one of the most amazing miracles in Scripture.

    10 Amazing Miracles From Scripture (5 of 10) Crossing of the Red Sea: “What Happens When God’s in the Lead” Exodus 14.13-31 November 1, 2015 CFBC, Chester, IL Dr. Mike Fogerson, Speaker A The Israelites had been in Egyptian bondage between 400-430 years. (Millions of Hebrews ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Life In The Spirit Series

    Contributed by Christian Cheong on Oct 2, 2021
     | 3,211 views

    As Christians, we recognize the presence, the works, and the witness of the Spirit.

    Romans 8:12-17 - Life in the Spirit When we come to know Christ, the Holy Spirit comes and dwells within us. • What does that mean for us? Is our life going to be different? What is the role of the Holy Spirit in my life? • These are important questions. We know God the Father, ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    The New Heavens And New Earth - Part 1 Series

    Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Apr 26, 2023
     | 1,345 views

    What will heaven be like

    Dr. Bradford Reaves Crossway Christian Fellowship Hagerstown, MD www.mycrossway.org Then I saw a new heaven and a new earth; for the first heaven and the first earth passed away, and there is no longer any sea. # And I saw the holy city, new Jerusalem, coming down out of heaven from God, made ...read more

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    Denomination: Brethren

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    Duct Tape Lessons For Dads

    Contributed by John Gaston on Jun 17, 2023
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    The positive qualities of Duct Tape makes an excellent pattern for Dads: Stick to the Main Thing, Be Strong but Flexible, Hold Things Together, Don't get exposed to the wrong elements, and look for the Permanent Solution.

    Duct Tape Lessons for Dads 1 Tim. 3:2-6 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. Dennis the Menace sometimes lived up to his name. One day he was over at the Wilson’s house (neighbors) eating cookies and milk. Mrs. Wilson was in the kitchen washing the dishes. 2. Dennis asked Mr. Wilson why he never went to ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Encouragement For God's Weary Soldiers

    Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Mar 2, 2023
     | 2,547 views

    We need to adjust our entire mindset on this battlefield. We need to focus on Jesus Christ our glorious, victorious, perfect savior full of perfect love and grace and truth, and find refreshment for our souls.

    Soldiers gather on the outskirts of a city. There are about two hundred of them gathered there, though other groups of faithful fighters are gathered in other places, some out in the woods encamped around fires, others in facilities deep within the cities. These soldiers are beat up, bruised, ...read more

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    Denomination: Salvation Army

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    Fulfilling Friendships

    Contributed by Brian Williams on Apr 6, 2023
     | 3,141 views

    What do you think qualifies a person to be a friend? How can we be wise when it comes to choosing our friends? How can we build lasting and fulfilling friendships? God gives us insight about the qualities of true friendship in the Bible and especially in the book of Proverbs.

    If you were to think about your friends. How many close friends would you say you have? What about good friends, or acquaintances? According to Dunbar, prof of psychology at Oxford University who developed a theory about friendships, a person, on average, may have about 500 acquaintances, 150 ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Deadly Art Of Idolmaking

    Contributed by David Dunn on Sep 19, 2025
     | 94 views

    Idolatry isn’t about statues; it’s anything we trust more than God, but Christ calls us from these false securities into an unbreakable covenant of love.

    Introduction – An Unforgettable Ride It’s just as well that I have forgotten most of my hitchhiking stories. But one memory has stayed with me, as clear as if it happened yesterday. Back in April of 1975, I was hitchhiking in the early spring. It seemed like winter, even though the calendar said ...read more

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    Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist