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  • Brian Matherlee avatar

    Biscuits And Mustard Series

    Contributed by Brian Matherlee on Oct 8, 2008
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     | 4,026 views

    Principles of the kingdom of God.

    BIG LESSONS IN SMALL PACKAGES Part 2—Biscuits and Mustard Luke 13:18-21 Sunday, September 7, 2008 Pastor Brian Matherlee Lk 13:18 Then Jesus asked, “What is the kingdom of God like? What shall I compare it to? Lk 13:19 It is like a mustard seed, which a man took and planted in his garden. It ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    The Classes Of People

    Contributed by Dr. Jeremy Simpson on Mar 11, 2007
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    A Comparison of the Saved and Lost

    TWO CLASSES OF PEOPLE -- PSALM 1 Introduction to Psalms: The Hebrew word for Psalms means “praise” or “hymns. ” This book was the National hymnbook for the Israelites. It has been called the heart of the Bible.” Martin Luther called it “The Little Bible. ” It has also been called “The Bible ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Gary Stebbins avatar

    Truly This Was God Series

    Contributed by Gary Stebbins on Apr 19, 2011
     | 4,579 views

    This series looks at various truths and principles that can be found in the story leading up to the crucifixion, burial, and resurrection of the Lord Jesus Christ.

    Gethsemane to Golgotha Pt3-Truly this was God Introduction Continue- Easter series- Gethsemane to Golgotha. Review Pt1- Mat 26- Jesus in garden- night of His arrest. Looked at three action responses- Remain Here, Keep Watching, Keep Praying -stand courageously where God has called you, -be ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    Blessed Are The Poor Widows

    Contributed by Craig Condon on Aug 10, 2015
     | 9,926 views

    God measures giving not by what we give, but by what we keep for ourselves. He measures the gift by the sacrifice involved. That is why Jesus valued the widow’s gift. She sacrificed her well-being in order to show her love for God.

    When I was preparing my message for today, I came across a story about a little boy who went to church one Sunday morning to get out of the cold. He had been trying to sell newspapers, but no one had passed by. He entered the church, hoping to pass an hour unnoticed in the back row. The minister ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    Hearts Wide Open: Differences Are Okay

    Contributed by Fr. Rian Adams on Jul 23, 2019
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    Mary and Martha are different - sermon speaks to open hearts toward both expressions.

    Hearts Wide Open: Differences Are Okay Intro: Australian author Nikki Rowe said, “The greatest asset you could own is an open heart.” Open hearts compel doctors to give free medical care in the inner city. Open hearts lead Christians live out their baptismal vows and serve Christ in all people. ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal

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    Hope Of The Glory Of God

    Contributed by Marc Heatherington on Jul 16, 2023
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    Romans 5:2 and other scriptures tell us to hope in the Glory of God.

    Hope of the Glory of God Romans 5:1-2 By Marc Heatherington 7/15/23 “Therefore, having been justified by faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ, through whom also we have access by faith into this grace in which we stand, and rejoice in hope of the glory of God.” Rom 5:1-2 ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Trustworthy Saying - Part 1

    Contributed by Jeffrey Dillinger on Oct 14, 2024
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    There are some truths that impact me and my walk. Paul talks about some of these truths with the phrase, "They saying is trustworthy." Let's look at them over the next few weeks.

    The Saying Is Trustworthy (1 Tim 4:7-10) Intro: A. It was a temptation, not the only and not the greatest. It was a temptation to see how he would do. I am going to tempt you because I don’t believe that in your current situation you will be able to live up to what is professed about you. ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Eternity And Our Fleeting Lives: A Transformed Perspective Psalm 90:2-4 Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jun 7, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,092 views

    Psalm 90:2-4 reminds us of the eternal nature of God and our transient existence.

    Eternity and Our Fleeting Lives: A Transformed Perspective Psalm 90:2-4 Introduction: Today, we dive into the profound words of Psalm 90:2-4, which remind us of the eternal nature of God and our transient existence. As we meditate on these verses, we will explore three key points that will ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    True Wisdom Series

    Contributed by Carl Willis on Apr 14, 2001
    based on 69 ratings
     | 4,211 views

    What makes a peson truly wise?

    True Wisdom James 3:13-18 What makes a person truly wise? How do you know that someone is wise? These are great questions, let’s look to the book of James for some solid answers. The proof of widsom and understanding does not come from your words, instead it is borne out in your actions. ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    A Solemn Charge To Fathers Part.#2

    Contributed by Gerald Van Horn on Dec 8, 2006
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     | 3,171 views

    Dad, I charge you be careful in the kind of example you are setting for your family

    A Solemn Charge To Fathers- Part# 2 Text. I Timothy 5:7-8 II. Dad, I charge you, Be Careful in the Kind of Example You Set. 1. Genesis 13:12 “Abram dwelled in the land of Canaan and Lot dwelled in the cities of the plain, and pitched his tent toward Sodom.” a. Notice, that ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Christopher Holdsworth avatar

    We Do Not Lose Heart

    Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Apr 15, 2018
    based on 3 ratings
     | 8,048 views

    While God is preparing us for this house, Jesus is preparing this house for us.

    WE DO NOT LOSE HEART. 2 Corinthians 4:13-5:1. The first thing that strikes us about this passage is the continuity between the Old Testament and the New. Paul finds his warrant to preach embedded in the book of Psalms: ‘I believed, therefore I spoke. I am greatly afflicted’ (Psalm 116:10). ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Ken Henson avatar

    Eternal Reason To Say "Thanks" Series

    Contributed by Ken Henson on Sep 21, 2017
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,716 views

    He loves us. How can this be? I don’t know, but it’s something worth saying “thanks” for, and it is always true, every day, including those days when everything seems to be going wron

    Colossians 1:12-14 Thanks. There’s that word again-thanks. How often do you say ‘thanks’? When someone brings you a cup of coffee, do you say thanks? I think most of our times of giving thanks are related to immediate actions before us. But Paul offers us something we can be grateful for every ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    Growing Better In Bad Times

    Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Dec 1, 2018
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,084 views

    No doubt the young Samuel, like the Child Jesus, ‘became strong in spirit, filled with wisdom, and the grace of God was upon him’ (cf. Luke 2:40).

    GROWING BETTER IN BAD TIMES. 1 Samuel 2:18-20; 1 Samuel 2:26. The children of Israel forsook the LORD, and the anger of the LORD was hot against Israel, and He visited them with temporal judgments (Judges 2:13-15). ‘Nevertheless,’ (O, precious word!) the LORD raised up judges, or ‘saviours’ ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Dean Courtier avatar

    Visionary View: The Heart Of A Servant Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Sep 12, 2023
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,581 views

    Jesus makes a profound statement about leadership that turns the world's view of power upside down.

    "Visionary View: The Heart of a Servant" Today, let's explore the words of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, as found in Matthew 20:25-28 in the New Living Translation of the Bible: "But Jesus called them together and said, 'You know that the rulers in this world lord it ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Scott Turansky avatar

    The Gratitude/Resentment Test Series

    Contributed by Scott Turansky on Dec 25, 2022
     | 2,498 views

    We all need gratitude because gratitude is one of those things that God has designed to keep us centered in our lives.

    Do you know the difference between gratitude and gratefulness? Gratitude is something inside of your heart. Gratefulness is something you do. Or thankfulness is something you do. When you have gratefulness or you have thankfulness, those are really exercises that build gratitude inside of hearts. ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible