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  • Howard Strickland avatar

    Live Like There’s No Tomorrow.

    Contributed by Howard Strickland on Jun 21, 2021
     | 2,735 views

    No one in all of Israel wanted to contend with Goliath. His reputation went before him. He’d never lost one battle, because losing meant death. He’d won every time!

    Live Like There’s No Tomorrow. 1 Samuel 17:45-47NKJV On May 25, 1979, Denis Waitly was desperately trying to catch a flight from Chicago to Los Angeles for a speaking engagement. There are easier airports to run through than O'Hara! When he arrived at his gate, they had just closed the jetway. ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Are You Ready For Christmas?

    Contributed by Melvin Newland on Nov 6, 2001
    based on 537 ratings
     | 61,547 views

    When I ask, "Are you ready for Christmas?" I am asking about more than your activities. I am asking about your attitudes, because every once in a while I hear someone say, "I just cannot get into the Christmas spirit!"

    MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK (REVISED: 2012) A. A question we’ll undoubtedly hear many times between now & Dec. 25th is this, "Are you ready for Christmas?" I suppose what is really being asked is, "Have you put up all your Christmas ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Story Of Esau And Jacob - Why It's Destructive To Hold A Grudge

    Contributed by Daren Mitchell on Oct 8, 2013
     | 18,638 views

    For those of us who have or maybe are holding grudges now, I hope you understand how destructive it is for you. It's impossible to love those you hold a grudge against.

    Have you ever held a grudge? I have. I was once accused of plagiarizing material I wrote for a small group study. The person who accused me wanted to fire me, but, didn't have the authority himself to do it, so he tried to diminish my character by accusing me of stealing my material. I have to ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Judge Not, Least Ye Be Judged! Really?

    Contributed by John Hickman on Oct 21, 2013
     | 6,648 views

    Working through a difficult passage of scripture on judging others. What did Jesus mean? If it is okay to judge others, what are the tools we need to use to make fair assessments? And, do we judge Christians any differently than non-Christians?

    JUDGE NOT, LEAST YE BE JUDGED! (loudly – Like old time Preacher). That sure sounds good from the pulpit, doesn't it? But really. Can we just put an exclamation point after it, chisel it in stone and make it a commandment? One of the top five questions I’ve been asked over the years ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    A Life Changing Life Series

    Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Jun 29, 2012
    based on 3 ratings
     | 7,910 views

    A life that can change lives is a life that has been reconciled to God in Christ, and who has reconciled relationships with others.

    2 Corinthians 6:1-13 “A Life Changing Life” INTRODUCTION FOXY LADY: Sexy, fashion-conscious blue-haired beauty, 80's, slim, 5'4' (used to be 5'6'), searching for sharp-looking, sharp-dressing companion. Matching white shoes and belt a plus. BEATLES OR ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Christian Trash Talk Series

    Contributed by Pat Damiani on Aug 25, 2014
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,962 views

    James describes the difference between unrighteous condemnation and righteous discernment.

    This week AP sportswriter Jon Krawczynski wrote an article about the NBA playoffs that began with these words: Talk is cheap in these NBA playoffs, and it seems as if everyone wants in on the act. As the stakes grew in the first round, the venom being spewed became ever more toxic. Superstars are ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    “gracious Living” - Part Two Series

    Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Sep 2, 2014
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,365 views

    In living a gracious life, Christ calls us to die to self.

    This is the final message on “Finding Freedom In Forgiving Others.” Last time, we began a consideration of our text by noting how Jesus speaks to us about the nature and the benefits of gracious living. Jesus says gracious living is non-judgemental, accepting, forgiving, and giving. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    "The Attitude Of A Christ-Like Servant" Series

    Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Jan 17, 2012
    based on 4 ratings
     | 22,248 views

    What should characterize the attitude of a Christ-like servant?

    As we have looked to verse 24 previously, we focused the priority of discipleship and on how our church is obligated to be intentional in making disciples and every believer is obligated to be intentional about growing as a disciple. If we seek to be a disciple and a disciple-maker, we will be ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Does God Really Care About Everyone? Do We?

    Contributed by Monty Newton on Jan 23, 2012
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,661 views

    God challenges us to rethink our attitudes and actions toward all people.

    Recap the story of Jonah for those who may not know the story… Title: Does God Really Care About Everyone? Text: Jonah 3:1-10 Slide 3 Thesis: God challenges us to rethink our attitudes and actions toward all people. Introduction Westboro Baptist is a church in Topeka, Kansas whose ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Peace Series

    Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Jan 29, 2012
    based on 4 ratings
     | 25,977 views

    Peace is one of the most illusive qualities in human life, but God wants His people to experience peace. This sermon explains the 3 kinds of peace in the Bible and how to experience each one.

    …And Peace Ephesians - Live Like You Really Are Chuck Sligh January 29, 2012 A PowerPoint presentation of this sermon is available by mailing a request to me at chucksligh@hotmail.com. TEXT: Ephesians 1:2 – “Grace be to you, and peace, from God our Father, and from the Lord ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Power Of Words

    Contributed by Monty Newton on Jan 30, 2012
    based on 1 rating
     | 9,739 views

    We are known by the power of our words just as Jesus make himself known through the power of his words.

    Title: The Power of Words Title: Mark 1:21-28 Thesis: We are known by the power of our words just as Jesus made himself known through the power of his words. Introduction I have a friend who is taking a rather extensive seminar that, from what I can gather, is designed to help a person reach his ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    De-Friending

    Contributed by James Maxwell on Feb 14, 2012
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,776 views

    FACEBOOK allows us to communicate in good ways and bad.

    “DEFRIENDING” Mark 14:10-11 10 Then Judas Iscariot, one of the Twelve, went to the chief priests to betray Jesus to them. 11 They were delighted to hear this and promised to give him money. So he watched for an opportunity to hand him over. How many of you use FACEBOOK? Say a ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    A Matter Of Forgiveness

    Contributed by Rick Boyne on Mar 9, 2011
    based on 6 ratings
     | 3,189 views

    Forgiving others will set you free.

    A Matter of Forgiveness January 24, 2009 Morning Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: Forgiving others will set you free. Focus Passage: Matthew 18:21-35 Introduction: After the Civil War, Robert E. Lee visited a Kentucky lady who took him to the remains of a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Blessed Are The Merciful

    Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on Apr 5, 2011
     | 8,215 views

    The way of the Kingdom of Jesus is one of trust in God, which frees us to be "merciful" and give to others, knowing that God is a God of justice and compassion, full of mercy and love.

    Blessed are the Merciful Apr 3, 2011 Matt 5:7 Intro: We are half-way through our Lenten journey through the Beatitudes, the opening words of Jesus’ opening sermon (“on the mount”) where Jesus describes Kingdom life. During our last Adult Education time a couple weeks ago, as we were discussing ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Forgiven To Forgive Series

    Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Sep 13, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,704 views

    As challenging as it may be Christians are called to place no limitations on their forgiveness of others.

    Matthew 18:21-35 “Forgiven to Forgive” INTRODUCTION The self-help industry is a multi-billion dollar business. There are millions of people, like you and me, who are willing to shell out significant amounts of cash in order to attain the nirvana of success. They develop seven ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran