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  • Christopher Holdsworth avatar

    Ask What I Shall Give Thee

    Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Feb 18, 2021
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     | 4,217 views

    The gift of wisdom.

    ASK WHAT I SHALL GIVE THEE 1 Kings 2:10-12; 1 Kings 3:3-14 After his sordid affair with Bathsheba - and his engineering of her husband’s murder - David had taken Bathsheba as his wife: but the child of their infidelity had died. Now, upon the death of David, one born within the bounds of ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Rascal

    Contributed by Davon Huss on Nov 19, 2013
     | 4,772 views

    A sermon on the parable Jesus told about dishonest manager in Luke 16:1-9 focusing on stewardship theme (First part of sermon from Eugene Peterson's book, Tell It Slant, pg. 99-105; Last part of sermon from Tom Ellsworth's book, Inverted, pg. 107-110)

    HoHum: Eugene Peterson- I was approaching John Hopkins Hospital in Baltimore looking for a parking place. I was a preacher coming to visit a church member who had recently had surgery. The street was lined with parked cars. I circled the hospital 3 times and no parking place opened up. I ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Larry Turner avatar

    "Let's Make A Deal" Series

    Contributed by Larry Turner on Aug 24, 2014
     | 7,692 views

    Life is always tempting us with doors number 1, 2, or 3. It takes wisdom, prayer, planning, preparation, and pusuing godly counsel to make the right choice.

    This morning we are going to play a game that became very popular in the seventies and continues today. It’s called “Let’s Make A Deal.” Do you remember it? People would dress up in the most silliest of costumes in hopes of being selected to play in the game. If you were ...read more

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    Denomination: Foursquare

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    The Foundation Of True Knowledge Series

    Contributed by Lalachan Abraham on Jun 20, 2014
    based on 7 ratings
     | 13,646 views

    “Fear of the LORD is the foundation of true knowledge, but fools despise wisdom and discipline.” (Proverbs 1:7 NLT)

    “Fear of the LORD is the foundation of true knowledge, but fools despise wisdom and discipline.” (Proverbs 1:7NLT) We live in a dynamic information age largely driven by scientific communications and the digital revolution. The demand to be informed is relentless. Some 2,500 years ago ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Insults Series

    Contributed by Thomas Swope on Mar 11, 2016
     | 8,593 views

    A study of the book of Job 11: 1 – 20

    Job 11: 1 – 20 Insults 1 Then Zophar the Naamathite answered and said: 2 “Should not the multitude of words be answered? And should a man full of talk be vindicated? 3 Should your empty talk make men hold their peace? And when you mock, should no one rebuke you? 4 For you have said, ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

  • James Wallace avatar

    How God Works Series

    Contributed by James Wallace on Feb 21, 2023
     | 2,439 views

    God doesn't work through the best and the brightest. He doesn't work through human wisdom or ability. instead, he works through a surprisingly unqualified group of people--people like you and me.

    If you're like me, a lot of you guys still have some playground memories from when you were on recess in elementary school. Do you remember how you would choose up teams for pick up baseball or basketball games. Generally, two of the "cooler dudes" on the playground would somehow ...read more

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    Denomination: Bible Church

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    Faith, Part 1 Series

    Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Jul 20, 2011
     | 3,592 views

    Part 1 of 6 in a series on exploring "Faith". This message focuses on defining faith and what the basis of our faith must be. That biblical basis has always been, and always will be, Jesus!

    Faith, Part 1 Galatians 2:15-21 Believers often struggle with explaining, "What is faith?" Sometimes we are strong Other times we are weak ... and we struggle It is in these times that God moves us IF ... we will listen and obey His direction Stand and read Galatians 2:15-21 / Pray 1. What is ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Tiempo Series

    Contributed by Wilbur Madera Rivas on Jul 23, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,984 views

    Invierte el tiempo para Su gloria

    Inversiones- Tiempo Intro. Imagina que alguien que es muy buena gente, todos los días deposite a tu cuenta $86,400 pesos. Lo único es que al cerrar el día, todo lo que no lo hayas usado, se te retira y nunca más puedes disponer de ello. Si esta fuera la situación ¿Qué harías para usar bien esos 86 ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • David Owens avatar

    Taking Advice; Sharing The Load Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Aug 8, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 11,372 views

    Exodus 18 provides a wonderful example of Moses taking advice and learning to share the work load.

    Introduction: A. Standing on the tee of a relatively long par three, a confident golfer said to his caddy, “Looks like a four-wood and a putt to me.” 1. The caddy disagreed with him a bit and advised that he, instead, play it safe and hit a four-iron then a wedge. 2. The golfer was ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Open The Eyes Of My Heart Series

    Contributed by John Putty on Mar 19, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 9,213 views

    How to obtain and maintain wisdom.

    TITLE: OPEN THE EYES OF MY HEART TEXT: PRO. 3:1-7 Prov 3:1-7(KJV) 1 My son, forget not my law; but let thine heart keep my commandments: 2 For length of days, and long life, and peace, shall they add to thee. 3 Let not mercy and truth forsake thee: bind them about thy neck; write them upon the ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Allan Quak avatar

    Learning How To Live Wisely Series

    Contributed by Allan Quak on Mar 23, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 11,341 views

    Wisdom Psalms give concrete examples of how God wants us to live our life. If you live a certain way then this and this will happen. If you live a different way then something else will happen instead. Wisdom Psalms explain the consequences.

    Learning How To Live Wisely Psalm 119:1-8 You can listen to a full recording of this message at http://www.nec.org.au/listen-to-a-sermon-series/responding-to-god-psalms/ Introduction to Reading As we continue our series of sermons which focus on the Psalms we are going to turn our attention to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Stephen Sheane avatar

    Understanding The Times

    Contributed by Stephen Sheane on Nov 10, 2010
    based on 10 ratings
     | 49,860 views

    To meet the needs of a changing world we need to know where God is moving, know what God's word says and know how to move forward.

    UNDERSTANDING THE TIMES Early in WWII, baseball broadcasters were forbidden to give information about weather conditions over the air for fear it might be of aid to enemy bombers. On one St. Louis broadcast, Dizzy Dean was trying to fill in a rain delay with about an hour of aimless talk, never ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

  • Bob Joyce avatar

    Wise Men Not Wise Guys

    Contributed by Bob Joyce on Nov 19, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,207 views

    The wise men were wise because they followed the star to Jesus...and so can we.

    When Jesus was born in Bethlehem of Judea in the days of Herod the king, wise men came from the East to Jerusalem seeking him and inquiring, "Where is he who has been born king of the Jews? For we have seen his star in the East, and have come to worship him?" Who were these wise men ... where ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Gordon Curley avatar

    Behold Your God - Omniscient Series

    Contributed by Gordon Curley on Nov 29, 2010
     | 5,375 views

    Behold Your God - Wisdom of God

    Reading: Romans chapter 11 verses 33-36. Ill: Children’s Wisdom • Patrick aged 10: • “Never trust a dog to watch your food.” • Michael aged 14: • “When your dad is mad and asks you, ‘Do I look stupid?’ don't answer ...read more

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    Denomination: Brethren

  • Wilbur Madera Rivas avatar

    Padres Sabios Series

    Contributed by Wilbur Madera Rivas on Jun 11, 2011
     | 7,681 views

    Lo que Dios pide los padres

    Ajustes – Padres Sabios Intro. Estaba yo en Orlando, Florida esa mañana del viernes 25 de agosto de 1995 cuando sonó el teléfono alrededor de las 8 de la mañana. Al otro lado, mi madre me dijo: “Delia ya está en la clínica”. Comencé a movilizarme para emprender mi regreso a ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed