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  • Allan Quak avatar

    Grace Is Not Earned

    Contributed by Allan Quak on Jan 8, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 9,702 views

    Popular culture says that good things come to those who deserve it. Jesus makes it clear that His grace works in the lives of those who don’t deserve it.

    On the 10th of March in 2003 the then Australian Prime minister, John Howard, was visiting the New Zealand parliament in Auckland. The issue being discussed was the region’s response to the actions of Saddam Hussein. Outside parliament around 600 anti-war protesters whistled, thumped drums and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Truth About Trials Series

    Contributed by Robert Gallaty on Aug 6, 2007
     | 3,920 views

    All of us have experienced trials and temptations in Life. What should we do in the midst of difficulty and what can we expect from the Tests of Life? James provides wisdom on handling the challenges of life.

    THE TRUTH ABOUT TRIALS Intro: How Many People Love to Take Tests? With Persperation on your Forehead, and Sweat on your Palms, the Teachers Hand out the Test, with a Smile on their Face and say, “This is not intended to discourage you or make you nervous—It is simply to see what you know. IT’s a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Plotting, Power, And The Way To Get Ahead Series

    Contributed by Tom Fuller on Dec 11, 2006
    based on 6 ratings
     | 3,942 views

    Though evil plotted heavily against Jesus He remained in total control of every situation. Sometimes do you adopt the ways of the world to accomplish God’s will?

    Have you ever met someone who really comes across as having it together and being pretty impressive? I’m reminded of that old TV show The Pretender. In it a guy named Jared could instantly become anyone he wanted: a doctor, a cop, a scientist, whatever. He wasn’t really any of those things and ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

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    Behold, I Come Quickly! Series

    Contributed by Michael Blitz on Jul 19, 2013
    based on 7 ratings
     | 44,611 views

    Based on Rev 22:12-end and John 17:20-26. The invitation at the end of Revelation is made to the Great Feast, and we as a church should set aside pride and in unity reach the lost with the Gospel of Christ.

    Behold, I come quickly. I was told a story long ago about a preacher preaching on the second lesson this morning from Revelation 22, and Christ’s words “Behold, I Come quickly.” A new preacher, fresh out of seminary, was so nervous about delivering his first sermon that ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    "From Good To Great"

    Contributed by David Henderson on Jul 30, 2013
     | 5,357 views

    If you want to go up in life you must first come down.

    “From Good to Great” John 3:22-36 Several years ago Jim Collins wrote a book titled “Good to Great.” It is the story of how effective leaders can take a business that is already doing well and take it to the next level. One of the quotes from his book is this: ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    One Is The Loneliest Number Series

    Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Apr 15, 2013
     | 5,894 views

    Part two of a series on Church unity.

    One: the Loneliest Number Ephesians 4:4-6 February 10, 2013 I’m not sure how many of you remember a group named Three Dog Night. This is what they looked like and what they wore when they were popular. They were popular way back in the late 60's, early 70's. Just so you know how old they ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Moving From Good To Great

    Contributed by David Henderson on Jun 8, 2015
    based on 1 rating
     | 10,190 views

    We come to this passage immediately following the conversation in chapter 3 between Jesus and Nicodemus. You remember Jesus told Nicodemus that he needed to be born again.

    “Moving from Good to Great” John 3:22-30 Several years ago Jim Collins wrote a book titled “Good to Great.” It is the story of how effective leaders can take a business that is already ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Disillusionment: With God And Everyone Else!

    Contributed by Kelly Durant on Sep 26, 2015
     | 4,854 views

    People often set their selves up for failure and disillusionment. We might even pray to die! But God and Jesus went through the same. We must focus on Him and the faithful few who have a heart for God.

    Disillusionment: With God and Everyone Else! By Capt. Kelly Durant 9-27-15 “The heart is deceitful above all things and beyond cure. Who can understand it? “I the LORD search the heart and examine the mind, to reward each person according to their conduct, according to what their ...read more

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    Denomination: Salvation Army

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    "I Will" Worship With Others Series

    Contributed by Rick Burdette on Oct 5, 2015
     | 4,962 views

    Worship, The Heart, Priorities, Preferences

    I WILL – “I Will” Worship with Others Acts 2:46-47 (pg. 759) October 11, 2015 Introduction: We have a rule at the Burdette household that my daughter and wife continue to break and disregard...Here’s the rule: If you’re playing “Phase 10” with ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    "From Good To Great"

    Contributed by David Henderson on Sep 9, 2013
     | 4,951 views

    if you really want to be something then you must become nothing..... If you want to go up in life then you must learn to come down..... If you want more of God then there must be less of you.

    “From Good to Great” John 3:22-36 Several years ago Jim Collins wrote a book titled “Good to Great.” It is the story of how effective leaders can take a business that is already doing well and take it to the next level. One of the quotes from his book is this: ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Putting Faith Into Motion

    Contributed by Nathan Johnson on Feb 19, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,644 views

    This life is a race and faith will be our strength that helps us finish strong. But we have to put into practice the three vital components that will us win that race.

    Putting Faith into Motion Griffith Baptist Church – 2/22/09 A.M. Service Text: Hebrews 12:1-2 Key verse: Hebrews 12:1 - Wherefore seeing we also are compassed about with so great a cloud of witnesses, let us lay aside every weight, and the sin which doth so easily beset us, and let us run with ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Endurance: How To Be Smiling In The End Series

    Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Feb 23, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,927 views

    Endurance is a supernatural power in the life of believers.

    Endurance: How to Be Smiling in the End Psalm 90:10-12 Feb. 8, 2009 FBC, Chester Dr. Mike Fogerson, Speaker Introduction A Endurance: The capability of sustaining prolonged stressful effort. 1 The Thing: (Ben Grimm) Changed on a genetic ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Couting The Cost Series

    Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Nov 7, 2014
     | 7,670 views

    There is a great cost involved in following Jesus; however it is worth it to follow Him!

    INTRODUCTION • SLIDE #1 • Following Jesus. What does it take? Is it easy, is it hard? Does Jesus ask anything of those who choose to follow Him or is He just happy to have some fans? • These questions are part of the reasons we are spending time in our series, ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Downsizing Part 2: The Plastic Bag Series

    Contributed by Travis Voeltz on Jul 28, 2019
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,754 views

    In the first part of this series on downsizing, we talked about the effects on our brain on a regular practice of rejoicing in the Lord. We reflected on the error in putting our confidences in earthly things.

    Open In the first part of this series on downsizing, we talked about the effects on our brain on a regular practice of rejoicing in the Lord. We reflected on the error in putting our confidences in earthly things. We discussed our chances at fulfillment when we carry around our hopes and dreams in ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Fathers - Be Zealous

    Contributed by Allan Quak on Aug 29, 2019
     | 2,550 views

    This 2019 Father's Day message looks at the meaning of the Hebrew word kinah - which describes the jealousy or zeal of the Lord. In Proverbs 6:30-35 we see that husbands are also those who should be kinah. The call for fathers to have this character of God has very significant applications.

    You can listen to the full message here:- http://www.nec.org.au/listen-to-a-sermon-series/individual-sermons/ Message Proverbs 6:30-35 “Are You Jealous Enough?” In the past few years there has been a big trend towards talking about super foods. These are foods which have an exceptional quality ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist