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  • Roy Newton avatar

    When You Come To The End Of The Road Series

    Contributed by Roy Newton on Nov 29, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 17,821 views

    Concluding the series on Trusting God examining the life of Joseph, we see that even as Joseph trusted God throughout his life so to when he comes to the end of life's journey.

    TRUSTING GOD … WHEN YOU COME TO THE END OF THE ROAD! “So Joseph and his brothers and their families continued to live in Egypt. Joseph lived to the age of 110. He lived to see three generations of descendants of his son Ephraim, and he lived to see the birth of the children of ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    When The World Became Bigger

    Contributed by Brad Bailey on Jun 21, 2021
     | 1,377 views

    When the World Became Bigger Christmas Eve 2020 Brad Bailey

    When the World Became Bigger Christmas Eve 2020 Brad Bailey Note: This message was developed for the year in which a pandemic effected all gathering. As such, and used for outdoor in-person gatherings. While there is initial reference to how people may feel “contained” due to the restrictions felt ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Adultery Series

    Contributed by John Lowe on Jul 11, 2022
     | 2,474 views

    Adultery is extramarital sex considered objectionable on social, religious, moral, or legal grounds. Although the sexual activities that constitute adultery vary, as well as the social, religious, and legal consequences, the concept exists in many cultures.

    Sermon on the Mount - Matthew 5:27-30 (Adultery) Jesus states, "Whoever looks on a woman to lust after her has already committed adultery." Adultery Matthew 5:27–30 — The New International Version (NIV) 27 "You have heard that it was said, 'You shall not commit adultery.' 28 ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Michael Stark avatar

    Wearing Flip-Flops While Racing Against A Ferrari

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Jan 4, 2023
    based on 2 ratings
     | 4,156 views

    The Follower of Christ must gear up for a struggle. However, it is not a physical struggle; it is a spiritual struggle. Whether we want to be in this conflict or not, it is upon us because we believe the Word of God.

    “Righteous are you, O LORD, when I complain to you; yet I would plead my case before you. Why does the way of the wicked prosper? Why do all who are treacherous thrive? You plant them, and they take root; they grow and produce fruit; you are near in their mouth and far from their heart. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The World Series Game

    Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Dec 14, 2000
    based on 85 ratings
     | 7,611 views

    Life is like a world series ball game.

    THE WORLD SERIES GAME I Cor. 9:25 "Everyone who competes in the games goes into strict training. They do it to get a crown that will not last, but we do it to get a crown that will last forever." INTRO.- ILL.- The song goes like this: Take me out to the ball game, Take me out with the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Nitty Gritty...meet Jesus #1 Series

    Contributed by Jeffrey Stratton on Aug 20, 2002
    based on 54 ratings
     | 3,801 views

    This series is based upon Mike Yaconelli’s book "Messy Spirituality" and is designed to cnvince seekers that God wants their Nitty Gritty lives

    May 18 and 19, 2002 Romans 3:10 “Nitty Gritty…Meet Jesus” Keith Miller wrote the following, “Our churches are filled with people who outwardly look contented and at peace but inwardly are crying out for someone to love them…just as they are- confused, frustrated, often frightened, guilty and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    You Missed The Point Series

    Contributed by Joseph Smith on Jun 14, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,341 views

    Like Josiah’s sorry sons, we have missed the point of our fathers’ messages about the value of Scripture, the worth of the church, and the meaning of the work ethic.

    Why is it that on Mother’s Day we honor our mothers, we talk of saintly moms who worked their fingers to the bone to cook and clean and sew for us? But on Father’s Day we scold the dads! Why is that? Have you noticed? We honor mothers for their industry, their wisdom, their prayer life, and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Steps Upward

    Contributed by Kent Lenard on Oct 25, 2004
    based on 14 ratings
     | 3,789 views

    This sermon encourages Christians to mature in their faith and experience more of God in their lives.

    Steps Upward Philippians 3:15 - 16, 8-9, 13-14, Philippians 2:5 - 7, Phil 3:10, 1 Corinthians 9:24-27 June 30, 2004 I. So far in Philippians 3 we have heard Paul say that we are to Rejoice in the Lord, and that we are not to put any confidence in our own abilities, but that we are to trust in ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Recharging Work

    Contributed by Tim Smith on Mar 9, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,242 views

    There were 44 separate groups of people working for the overwhelming task of rebuilding the walls. Without them working together they culd not have rebuilt the walls reminding us that we can accomplish more together than if just one person tried to do all

    Recharge Your Work Nehemiah 3: 1-4,6-8, 31-32 At first glance, Nehemiah chapter 3 looks a bit dry. One commentator refers to it as a "colorless memorandum of assignments." It’s a list of people and their assignments in re-building the wall of Jerusalem. It reads much like the book of 1 Chronicles ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Applying God's Remedy To What Ails Us

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 5, 2002
    based on 54 ratings
     | 10,326 views

    Applying God’s Remedy to What Ails Us - 2 Chron 7:14 - How to begin praying for revival, remedies and reformation in your community.

    Applying God’s Remedy to What Ails Us - 2 Chron 7:14 We live at a time when there is an increasing secularization of Americans. The Barna study reports that only 12% of people under 25 years of age attend church on a regular basis. More frightening is the fact that only 12% of these people, when ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    God's Extreme Makeover - Eligibility Requirements Series

    Contributed by Steve Lotze on Sep 27, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,142 views

    God wants to give us an Extreme Makeover: becoming new on the inside. While we are all eligible, the book of James gives us four requirements we need to know about going into our makeover.

    God’s EXtreme MAKEOVER: "Eligibility Requirements" James 1:1-12 His Place Sept 21, 2008 NOTE: I was the guest speaker this morning and this was my daughter’s first Sunday back from her YWAM adventure - she gave the morning greeting and testimony of how god was working n her life. It dovetailed ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    True Reality - American Idol Series

    Contributed by Lin Smalec on Oct 31, 2005
    based on 15 ratings
     | 3,908 views

    Given the popularity of reality TV shows, this series challenges Christians to look at God’s True Reality.

    Rev. Lin Smalec Salem Church, Waynesboro, PA TRUE REALITY - AMERICAN IDOL 23 October 2005 One of the most popular types of TV shows today are reality shows. Many of us have become caught up in the drama and excitement of shows like American Idol, Extreme Makeover, The Amazing Race, and ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • David Selleck avatar

    God's Plan For Spiritual Misfits Series

    Contributed by David Selleck on Oct 26, 2006
    based on 3 ratings
     | 6,944 views

    Second in a series of messages from Michael Yaconelli’s book "Messy Spirituality" God’s Annoying Love for Imperfect People.

    Template Oct 8, 2006 Messy Spirituality Series 2 Felt Need: What is God’s plan for my life, why is this so difficult to figure out? Desired Results: Persons would hear the Good News of God’s grace and know that they are loved and empowered by the Holy Spirit. Message: God’s plan for Spiritual ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Jeffrey Kellum avatar

    Gideon On Commitment

    Contributed by Jeffrey Kellum on Feb 25, 2004
    based on 8 ratings
     | 11,696 views

    God’s committed three hundred proved to be Brave, Selfless, and Alert.

    INTRODUCTION: Humor: Adapted from Our Daily Bread, January 30, 1994. Borneo in 1964. The Elite Troops of Nepal were known as Gurkhas. In combat, they had earned a reputation as tenacious and fearless soldiers. They are probably most famous for the long forward sweeping knife that bears their ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Harold Laubach Jr avatar

    Pressing On To The Goal Series

    Contributed by Harold Laubach Jr on Oct 22, 2011
     | 6,492 views

    A sermon about perseverance and the trials we endure.

    As we get started today, I wanted to speak about finishing the race. Not so much about the end, but about the trials and issues we all have on the way. I will be spending a lot of time in Philippians chapter 3 if you’d like to follow along in your Bibles. We heard a few minutes ago about ...read more

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    Denomination: Salvation Army