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  • Scott Coltrain avatar

    Love Does Not Brag And Is Not Arrogant Series

    Contributed by Scott Coltrain on Sep 11, 2004
    based on 24 ratings
     | 8,328 views

    This is an in-depth look at how pride is contrary to truly loving God and our neighbor. We examine how pride is often manifested in our lives.

    Arrogance or pride (which often leads to bragging) cannot co-exist with love. Arrogance is having or showing an exaggerated opinion of one’s own importance, merit, ability, accomplishments, etc. It is being conceited. It leads to having and demonstrating contempt for others. Jesus stated that ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    How Do We Grow

    Contributed by Richard White on May 2, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,016 views

    Like the nursery rhyme; Mary Mary quite contrary, how does your garden grow? This passage gives us the essentials for growing individually and corporately.

    How do we Grow? Acts 2:36-47 There is a very popular children’s nursery rhyme, Mary, Mary quite contrary, how does your garden grow? Today we might say Christian, Christian quite contrary, how does the Church grow? The Early Church had great growth because of several convictions, today I will ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Perry Greene avatar

    Women Of God, Servants Of God Series

    Contributed by Perry Greene on May 10, 2012
    based on 4 ratings
     | 16,384 views

    Women, contrary to popular belief, hold a place of high regard with God. This is evidenced by the way God, Jesus, and even the "male chauvanist," Paul treats them.

    1. Part of a daily Jewish Prayer (by men): "Blessed are you, LORD our God, King of the Universe, for not having made me a Gentile." "Blessed are you, LORD our God, King of the Universe, for not having made me a slave." “Blessed are you, LORD our God, King of the Universe, for not having made ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Sin Of Griping

    Contributed by Byron Perrine on Jul 9, 2019
     | 4,250 views

    This discourse was originally delivered as a Thanksgiving Eve message. The reader is challenged to recognize that discontent is a sin, if for no other reason than because it is contrary to the thanksgiving that is due the Lord.

    (If you have found this sermon helpful, we invite you to visit us at www.HeritageRestorationProject.org or www.ChristianWisdom.info) This evening, we have gathered together to give thanks to God. Tomorrow we will share Thanksgiving Day with loved ones. This should be a truly glorious and happy time ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    "Will Reformation Replace All Hallowed Eve?”

    Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Oct 22, 2024
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    We are not very inclined to think of Martin Luther as a hymn-writer, and yet, the great Reformer was in this gift of music and wrote some 37 hymns. Celebrating the 500th anniversary of the first Lutheran song book.

    In Jesus Holy Name October 27, 2024 Text: Romans 3:23 Redeemer “Will Reformation Replace All Hallowed Eve?” This year Lutherans around the world will be celebrating Reformation while the rest of the world will be celebrating an ancient traditions we call Halloween. I doubt ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Take Courage

    Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Jan 28, 2002
    based on 234 ratings
     | 21,134 views

    This text is all about contrary winds - really opposition; those things that come into our lives and make us wonder if we will EVER get anything accomplished.

    This text is all about contrary winds - really opposition; those things that come into our lives and make us wonder if we will EVER get anything accomplished. What kinds of contrary winds did Jesus face? Mark’s gospel (v.1) tells us that Jesus had just been rejected in his home town, Nazareth. ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Effective Spiritual Warfare Series

    Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Dec 29, 2000
    based on 111 ratings
     | 7,880 views

    Contrary to popular belief, satan is alive and well. He is a real, personal being who, as a created cherub, sinned against God and subsequently fell from heaven.

    If we are going to live a life flowing with forgiveness to everyone with whom we come in contact, we must realize that *The battles we fight are spiritual. *They are not to be directed toward another human being. *They should be directed against the forces of hell. Because our ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Take Your Eyes Off The Clock Series

    Contributed by Bala Samson on Jan 26, 2013
    based on 6 ratings
     | 5,995 views

    On the contrary, we have illness to endure, uncertainty, angst, fear and delay lurking in every corner of our life. How do you survive those occasions?

    Take your eyes off the clock Ruth 2:7”And she said, 'Please let me glean and gather after the reapers among the sheaves.' So she came and has continued from morning until now, though she rested a little in the house." Imagine that the world suddenly became simpler, cleaner, corrupt free, ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Secrets Of A Happy Life Series

    Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Aug 30, 2012
     | 7,639 views

    Christians live lives contrary to the world. We are filled with the spirit. We live in community. We have purpose in our lives, and we celebrate God's abundance.

    Ephesians 5:15-20 “Secrets of a Happy Life” INTRODUCTION Warren Buffet is one of the richest men in the United States and in the world. He is known as the oracle of Omaha, because of his ability to read the economic tea leaves, predict the future, and offer advice on what to do. ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Sin, Death, & Hell

    Contributed by Rick Boyne on Sep 3, 2013
     | 3,132 views

    Contrary to popular culture, there are indeed consequences for your actions. If you are determined to go to Hell, I'm not gonna let you feel good about it.

    Sin, Death, & Hell August 25, 2013 Evening Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: Contrary to popular culture, there are indeed consequences for your actions. Focus Passage: Matthew 10:28 Introduction: If you are headed to Hell, I'm not gonna let you feel good ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Devil Is A Boring Preacher

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Jun 23, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 13,459 views

    The message of the preacher blessed by God will disturb the casual, even as it glorifies the Master. Contrary to every expectation, the message presented by the servants of the devil is boring, generating no excitement and no reaction.

    “When they had passed through Amphipolis and Apollonia, they came to Thessalonica, where there was a synagogue of the Jews. And Paul went in, as was his custom, and on three Sabbath days he reasoned with them from the Scriptures, explaining and proving that it was necessary for the Christ to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Jesus From Baby To Boy

    Contributed by Mark Aarssen on Jan 21, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,403 views

    Some people think that Jesus never knew sickness or pain until the cross but that thinking is contrary to scripture. Jesus knows full well what it means to be human.

    Jesus from Baby to Boy Many people are fascinated with the life of Jesus but say there is a lack of information about his early years. I want to address that concern and show you we know more about Jesus early years than people think. What we need to remember is that the gospel writers were ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Facing Temptations Head-On

    Contributed by Beth Garrod-Logsdon on Mar 1, 2010
     | 5,207 views

    Drawing the opening verses of this passge, we are reminded that through the power of God's Holy Spirit, we can face our temptations head-on, rahter than avoid them which is our first inclination.

    Facing Temptations Head-On Luke 4:1-13 & Romans 10:8-13 (Lent 1C) Rev. Beth Garrod-Logsdon Wilmore Presbyterian Church Well, here we are again – the first Sunday of Lent. The day when the mood and emotions of worship seem to take a downhill slide – the hymns become more ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Carl Allen avatar

    Hindrances To Answered Prayer Series

    Contributed by Carl Allen on May 15, 2008
    based on 5 ratings
     | 6,636 views

    There are those who bear testimony to the sad truth that thus far they have never received a definite answer to a prayer they have offered. Due to their failure to receive a specific answer, they are inclined to be skeptical about prayer. They have assu

    Hindrances to Answered Prayer James 4:3 Intro There are those who bear testimony to the sad truth that thus far they have never received a definite answer to a prayer they have offered. Due to their failure to receive a specific answer, they are inclined to be skeptical about prayer. They have ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    How To Get To The Top Of Mount Blessing

    Contributed by Johnny Creasong on Oct 4, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,400 views

    It is contrary to the nature and character of God NOT to bless! Everyone wants to be blessed! So whay aren’t we? Here’s some steps to getting to the top of Mount Blessing.

    How to Get to the Top of Mount Blessing 1 Cor 2:9 9 But as it is written: "Eye has not seen, nor ear heard, nor have entered into the heart of man the things which God has prepared for those who love Him." (NKJ) It is the contrary to the Nature and Character of God NOT to BLESS! And Everyone ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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