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  • Brady Boyd avatar

    Walking By The Spirit Series

    Contributed by Brady Boyd on Sep 23, 2021
     | 1,683 views

    I could train them, instruct them, and encourage them, but once the race started, they had to run the race.

    The Revolutionary Gospel Galatians 5 – Walking by the Spirit September 26, 2021 My story as an interim track coach. 1. Run hard, bear to the left, and get back as soon as you can. 2. Don’t catch the javelin. I could train them, instruct them, and encourage them, but once the race started, they ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    What Will It Take?

    Contributed by Beth Garrod-Logsdon on Apr 28, 2009
    based on 3 ratings
     | 4,723 views

    The disciples were confused and didn’t really believe the resurrection. Yet in each gospel account Christ gave them proof so they could believe. What proof do we need to really believe what we say we believe?

    What Will It Take? Luke 24:13-49 Easter 3B “Forget what you learned in elementary school--the earth is flat as a pancake. All that stuff about the earth being round and the sun being the center of the universe is a big joke,” insisted C.K. Johnson in a 1979 interview. Mr. Johnson was president ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    The Signpost Of Sinfulness #1

    Contributed by Shawn Drake on Jan 8, 2002
    based on 58 ratings
     | 3,448 views

    This sermon is about the mystery of sin in the believer’s life.

    Sunday Morning March 5, 2000 Bel Aire Baptist Church Hobbs, NM THE SIGNPOST OF SINFULNESS [#1] The Mystery Of Sin In The Believer’s Life JAMES 4:13-17; GALATIANS 5:16-23 Introduction: Isaiah 35:8: "And a highway shall be there, and a way, And it shall be called The way of holiness..." 1. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Mike Quinn avatar

    What Does The Holy Spirit Have To To Do With It? Series

    Contributed by Mike Quinn on Jan 19, 2006
    based on 6 ratings
     | 2,068 views

    What is the work of the Holy Spirit in our lives?

    Men’s Retreat 2005 Walking on Water What does the Holy Spirit have to do with it? (Galatians and assorted Scriptures) Phil 2:12-13 …continue to work out your salvation with fear and trembling, 13 for it is God who works in you to will and to act according to his good purpose. NIV Phil 2:12-13 ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Christ Our Example: Yield To Him

    Contributed by William Baeta on Feb 25, 2012
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     | 7,269 views

    “For Christ died for sins once for all, the righteous for the unrighteous, to bring you to God. He was put to death in the body but made alive by the Spirit” 1 Pet. 3:18a.

    Theme: Christ our example: Yield to Him Text: Gen. 9:8-17; 1 Pet. 3:18-22; Mark 1:9-15 God is love and chose to create man in His own likeness and image to be the object of His love. He demonstrated His love by giving him authority and dominion over all His other creation. The Psalmist in Psalm 8 ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    How To Deal With Difficult People

    Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Aug 7, 2012
    based on 79 ratings
     | 29,811 views

    Practical, but practically unknown Biblical helps for this that most people won’t be willing to practice even once they are aware...but truly mature Christians will!

    How to Deal with Difficult People Romans 12:14-21 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/120807pm.mp3 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons.html Spurgeon ministered in London in the 1800s, and as a young preacher he learned that you cannot argue w/ a person who will not argue back. One time he learned that a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Host The Holy Ghost

    Contributed by Pastor/Author: Terry Sisney on Sep 28, 2021
    based on 4 ratings
     | 18,969 views

    The secret of a life overshadowed and empowered with the Holy Spirit, is learning the life style of hosting the presence of God. Learning how to cultivate a genuine and intimate relationship with the Holy Spirit.

    Luke 10:38-42 ¶ " Now it came to pass, as they went, that he "Jesus" entered into a certain village: and a certain woman named Martha received him into her house. 39 And she had a sister called Mary, which also sat at Jesus’ feet, and heard his word. 40 But Martha was ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Jesus: Our Present Help In Trouble PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 2, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 443 views

    This sermon emphasizes Jesus Christ as our Helper, Hope, and Healer, providing solace and strength during life's trials, tribulations, and heartaches.

    Welcome, dear friends, to this blessed gathering, where we come together in the warmth of fellowship and the shared love of our Lord Jesus Christ. We are here today to seek solace, strength, and spiritual sustenance from the Word of God. We are here to be reminded of the infinite love and boundless ...read more

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    The Song Of Life Series

    Contributed by David Dewitt on Dec 15, 2000
    based on 94 ratings
     | 3,861 views

    The nature of life flows in two directions either toward God or away from God

    The Song of Life Psalm 1 July 27, 1997 Evening Service Introduction I. People with No Character: Known liars, people who can not be trusted, character is needed to be a fine servant of God, without character there is no evidence of christian faith II. The Path of Character: quote from Horace ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

  • Mark Mitchell avatar

    Losing Our First Love

    Contributed by Mark Mitchell on Mar 23, 2015
     | 5,183 views

    We need to remember our first love as a church

    I. What distracts us from the gospel We live in a world today where the body of Christ is caught up in to many things of this world. And this includes far too many preachers. Men we are called to preach the Gospel of Jesus Christ and to be a witness of Him and lead our people to do the same. Satan ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Does Your Bucket Have A Hole In It?

    Contributed by Kenneth Tankersley on May 4, 2009
    based on 7 ratings
     | 15,907 views

    HAVE YOU EVER TRIED TO CARRY WATER IN A LEAKING BUCKET? MOST OF IT IS LOST ON THE GROUND. SOME CHRISTIANS SEEM TO HAVE A LEAK IN THEIR SPIRITUAL LIFE.

    JEREMIAH CH 2: VS 1--13 DOES YOUR BUCKET HAVE A HOLE IN IT? HAVE YOU EVER TRIED TO CARRY WATER IN A BUCKET THAT LEAKED? ***** EVEN WITH A SMALL HOLE IN IT***** PROBABLY, YOU LOST MORE WATER THAN YOU CARRIED. ENDLESS TRIPS BACK AND FORTH TO ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Fighting For My Faith PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 1, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 721 views

    This sermon explores how Christians can use faith, prayer, and God's Word to fight spiritual battles and overcome life's challenges and temptations.

    Good morning, dear brothers and sisters in Christ. It's a joy to be here with you today. We're gathered in the house of the Lord, ready to open our hearts and minds to His word. We live in a world that often feels like a battleground. We face struggles, temptations, and battles every day. But ...read more

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    Moral Issues: Homosexuality Series

    Contributed by Rob Harbison on May 10, 2001
    based on 264 ratings
     | 7,905 views

    When the popular view conflicts with the Bible view, which view should we accept?

    INTRO: Homosexuality is not a new way of living. So why has it come to the forefront of cultural issues in the past generation? Is it true that those who oppose homosexuality are prudes, homophobes, gay-bashers, and self-righteous bigots? I suppose that depends on who you ask. What would you call ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Miles Down The Road Series

    Contributed by Michael Stover on Jun 5, 2001
    based on 40 ratings
     | 2,732 views

    Does Jesus advocate absolute passivity in the face of oppression?

    I. The Old Testament Injunction A. The Limitation 1. Mosaic Law allowed this treatment 2. Principle: The punishment must fit the crime (Judges 1:6-7) B. The Administration 1. It should be noted that in each of these passages the context is one of civil justice. The law was not designed to be ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    How Can I Repay The Lord? Series

    Contributed by Paul Apple on Jun 30, 2001
    based on 58 ratings
     | 7,751 views

    THE LIVING NEED TO MAKE THE MOST OF THEIR OPPORTUNTIES: TO LOVE THE LORD TO WALK WITH THE LORD TO GIVE THANKS TO THE LORD

    BIG IDEA: THE LIVING NEED TO MAKE THE MOST OF THEIR OPPORTUNTIES: TO LOVE THE LORD TO WALK WITH THE LORD TO GIVE THANKS TO THE LORD I. (:1-4) DELIVERANCE FROM DEATH AFFORDS THE OPPORTUNITY TO KEEP LOVING THE LORD AND CALLING ON HIM FOR HELP A. Answers to Prayer Reinforce our Love for the Lord "I ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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