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  • Scott Burr avatar

    The Need For Hard Teachings Series

    Contributed by Scott Burr on Nov 19, 2012
    based on 2 ratings
     | 6,180 views

    Jesus, Himself, did not shy away from teaching hard truths. He was never worried that the crowds would quit coming if He preached truths that were hard to accept. Rather He used those teachings to qualify those who called themselves His disciples.

    “On hearing it, many of his disciples said, “This is a hard teaching. Who can accept it?” Aware that his disciples were grumbling about this, Jesus said to them, “Does this offend you? What if you see the Son of Man ascend to where he was before! The Spirit gives life; the ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    As God's Child, He Will Take You Through Life's Troubles Series

    Contributed by William Akehurst on Dec 20, 2018
     | 9,759 views

    Inspiration from GOD's Word. As a child of GOD, a SON or DAUGHTER of the KING of Kings. Our HEAVENLY FATHER will take us THROUGH Life's Troubles. Be encouraged by HIS WORD to you today.

    2018.06.18. As GOD's CHILD, HE will take you through Life's Troubles Isaiah 43:1b-3a. As GOD’s Children, HE takes us THROUGH Life’s Troubles Isaiah 43:1-3 (KJV) 1…Fear not: for I have redeemed thee, I have called thee by thy name; thou art mine. 2 When thou passest through the waters, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Rejecting Sin

    Contributed by Raymond Williams on Mar 30, 2020
     | 1,402 views

    Augustine said, “The punishment for sin is sin.” 2 Peter 2:19 teaches, “by what a man is overcome, by this he is enslaved.” GOD’S HAND REMOVED THERE IS NOTHING TO RESTAIN SIN. Our only hope is radical repentance.

    Rejecting Sin Text: Hebrews 9 & 10 I have one big problem, and it is myself. Now I know I am not alone in this; I happen to believe the Bible as it is written. Written by men as moved by the Spirit of God. The medium used to convey the will of God to man is very fragile, changes as to ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    What Will Heaven Be Like?

    Contributed by Ken Ritz on Dec 30, 2005
    based on 9 ratings
     | 7,863 views

    Description of Heaven based somewhat on the book by Randy Alcorn

    What Will Heaven Be Like? What do you think heaven will be like? A lot of people have a mental picture of heaven, Maybe they think of the Emerald City from the Wizard of Oz? Or Disneyland. In movies it’s usually set up in clouds somewhere, kind of like a fog bank, with angels sitting around ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Sin God Hates Most Of All

    Contributed by Jonathan Mcleod on Jul 19, 2001
    based on 246 ratings
     | 58,537 views

    Sowing discord among the bretheren is the sin God hates most of all;is caused by pride; and is seen in the church at Corinth.

    Let me ask you a question: “Have you ever found a Christian group that doesn’t have any problems?” If so, don’t join it—you’ll ruin everything. Every person has their own weaknesses and faults; and since a church is made up of imperfect people, every church will have problems. The church at ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Our Confidence In God Series

    Contributed by David Phaneuf on Jul 31, 2003
    based on 278 ratings
     | 58,094 views

    "I shall not want... I will not fear... I will dwell..." -- three great affirmations expressing confidence in God who provides for our needs, protects us from harm, and promises us abundant and eternal life.

    GREAT STORIES OF THE OLD TESTAMENT: OUR CONFIDENCE IN GOD (The Shepherds Psalm) Psalm 23 We have been looking at some of the Great STORIES of the Old Testament, stories of people and their encounters with God, stories of how God worked in someone’s life. Today’s sermon, however, is not strictly ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    The First Big-Tent Revival

    Contributed by Rich Hadley on Jun 27, 2002
    based on 44 ratings
     | 6,791 views

    we learn from the Hebrew children wandering in the wilderness that a painful past is less frightening than an uncertain future.

    Moses is on the verge of suicide (Numbers 11:15). He hates his job. (Numbers 11:11) He is overwhelmed by the expectations of upper management. (Numbers 11:12-13) Executive responses to the demands of the people at the lowest levels have failed to satisfy. (Numbers 11:1-10) Frustrated with His ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

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    You Can Do Everything In 2013

    Contributed by Clarence Weaver Sr on Dec 31, 2012
    based on 6 ratings
     | 12,848 views

    Life in the spirit appears in the activities of man, transforming the outward into an inward life, and bearing witness to spiritual power, which is more significant than all material power because it alone to fulfills the character of a person. You can ma

    You Can Do Everything In 2013 Philippians 4:12-13 Elder Clarence E. Weaver Sr I. Introduction Satan my brothers and sisters, does not attack believers in such a way that we should recognize him as being who he is. Instead, he comes disguised as the voice behind the theologian from the best ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Worthy Search Series

    Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Feb 17, 2008
    based on 79 ratings
     | 17,569 views

    The scene in heaven has shifted from God the Creator to a new element in time & human history as God the Redeemer enters the scene. WHo can open the scroll that will become central in the Book.

    REVELATION 5: 1-7 THE WORTHY SEARCH [Isaiah 11: 1-10] Four chemistry majors at a university decided to take a road trip just prior to their senior finals. Due to their extended partying they were late in getting back to campus, and missed their main ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    God Hates Discord

    Contributed by Major Gerardo Balmori on Apr 2, 2011
    based on 17 ratings
     | 12,180 views

    Let me ask you a question: “Have you ever found a Christian group that doesn’t have any problems?” If so, don’t join it—you’ll ruin everything. Every person has their own weaknesses and faults; and since a church is made up of imperfect people, every ch

    Mayor Gerardo Balmori The Salvation Army Let me ask you a question: “Have you ever found a Christian group that doesn’t have any problems?” If so, don’t join it—you’ll ruin everything. Every person has their own weaknesses and faults; and since a church is made up of imperfect people, every ...read more

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    Denomination: Salvation Army

  • Darrell Stetler II avatar

    #8 - How To Get Your Stuff God's Way Series

    Contributed by Darrell Stetler Ii on Dec 6, 2005
    based on 31 ratings
     | 13,318 views

    We all need "stuff" -- but are we getting our "stuff" God’s way? *HANDOUT INCLUDED*

    For a CD of over 100 of sermons by Darrell Stetler II (most complete with handouts), please e-mail darrellstetler2@sbcglobal.net. EIGHTH COMMANDMENT “You shall not steal.” (Ex. 20:15). <ILLUS> “Jesus is watching you.” A burglar broke into a house and began to steal all ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

  • Rodney V Johnson avatar

    Your Legacy - Will It Stand The Fire

    Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Aug 25, 2007
    based on 17 ratings
     | 13,673 views

    Will our works withstand the fire?

    Your Legacy: Will It Make It Through The Fire? Scripture: Matthew 6:19-21; 1 Corinthians 3:11-15 Introduction This morning I want to talk with you about your legacy. This is the first Sunday of a new year and once again we have the unique opportunity to make changes to our lives so as not to ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Marks Of Maturity

    Contributed by Nigel Heath on Mar 4, 2016
     | 6,981 views

    Only when we can say, 'For me to live is Christ' can we truly say, 'to die is gain'. Spiritual maturity is the outcome of a life truly surrendered to Jesus Christ as Lord.

    INTRO Away back in the 1980’s when I began ministry at Abbeyhill Baptist Church a fellow Minister in the City was faced with a problem. A homeless person had turned up at church and the church did not know what to do with him. Rather than doing nothing this colleague who was the Pastor of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Larry Turner avatar

    With Crippled Feet Series

    Contributed by Larry Turner on Jul 1, 2016
     | 10,219 views

    David's heart for God was extended to a man with crippled feet. A picture of the love of Jesus for us.

    Last week we talked about David. We have learned that he is only 15 but has been chosen by God to become the next king of Israel. The reason being that he has a heart for God. That meant his very being, innermost person desired to please God above everything else. This same 15-year-old boy ...read more

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    Denomination: Foursquare

  • Freddy Fritz avatar

    Gambling: Is It Okay To Play The Lottery? Series

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Jun 8, 2018
    based on 3 ratings
     | 6,026 views

    This sermon address God's answer to the issue of playing the lottery.

    Introduction For many years I have wanted to address the issue of gambling, and specifically, the matter of playing the lottery. There is no text in Scripture that says, “You shall not gamble.” In fact, the words “gamble” or “gambling” are not found in the Bible. Nevertheless, that does not mean ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed