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  • Jonathan Russell avatar

    Have No Fear, God Is Near

    Contributed by Jonathan Russell on Nov 1, 2011
    based on 14 ratings
     | 16,502 views

    This sermon examines the fear that we encounter in life, and how we can overcome it, knowing that God is with us

    INTRODUCTION * Fear: the natural feeling of alarm caused by the expectation of imminent danger, pain or disaster * Fear is common and widespread: over 500 documented phobias (and some are pretty funny) - cacophobia: the fear of ugliness - dentophobia: the fear of dentists - gynophobia: the fear of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Overcoming The Fear Factor Series

    Contributed by Brad Bailey on Nov 30, 2011
     | 5,878 views

    If we want to walk on water we need to get out of the boat.

    Overcoming the Fear Factor Series: Get Out of the Boat ! Living a Life of Greater Faith Brad Bailey – July 24, 2011 Intro In the “Pirates of the Caribbean” movie…the evil pirate “The Black Pearl” turns to another character and said: “Arhhh… there be ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Taking A Look At Faith

    Contributed by Daren Mitchell on Dec 8, 2012
     | 3,228 views

    When it comes to faith I believe in two things; God can and God cares. Why did the followers of Jesus mentioned in the Hebrew writers' description endure the horrific treatment of persecution? Why did they keep their faith in Jesus as the Son of God eve

    Last week we took a look at failure. We discussed that God’s love is unconditional. He doesn't remove love because of your failure or give you some love when you succeed. He loves you because He made you. Paul made his case that even with his failures; God was using Him to unleash His power ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Character During Adversity Series

    Contributed by J.d. Tutell on May 31, 2011
    based on 8 ratings
     | 14,669 views

    The character of Paul is revealed as his stands trial before the high priest who reveals he already has deemed Paul guilty.

    If you ever testify in court, you might wish you could have been as sharp as this policeman. He was being cross-examined by a defense attorney during a felony trial. The lawyer was trying to undermine the policeman’s credibility.... Q: "Officer -- did you see my client fleeing the scene?" A: ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The C * O * S * T Of Walking In Faith

    Contributed by Ken Pell on Mar 7, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,355 views

    When God’s people follow God’s challenges and callings there are certain traits that will always need to be present.

    The C*O*S*T of Faith Hebrews 11 If the Saints of Hebrews 11 are any indication, following God’s plan will C*O*S*T us C – Courageous – Because God’s calling can be unnerving; even daunting • When Joshua and the Hebrews followed God into the Promised Land it was with a great sense of personal ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    Gideon's Gambit (Gideon Smashes The Family Altar) Series

    Contributed by Daniel Habben on Sep 19, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 13,014 views

    Faith does not rest on the heart like foam on beer, said Martin Luther. Gideon's faith is active in this episode as he the spiritual idolatry of his own people.

    How was your first day of school? Did the teacher give you a test? Were you assigned any projects? Did you get any homework at all? In my experience the first day of school was a day to get books, meet the teacher, and catch up with friends. It was probably one of the easiest days of the school ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Warriors Of The King

    Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Feb 17, 2012
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,557 views

    Three characteristics of David's men 1. Commitment 2. Competent 3. Courageous

    • In what ways, if any, do you view yourself as being in a spiritual "battle"? • Of all that you have done in your past Christian life, what things required the most courage from you? ‎David has been anointed king at Hebron!" Three characteristics of his men 1. Commitment V. 38 ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    One Against Thousand!

    Contributed by Bala Samson on Sep 16, 2013
     | 4,199 views

    Do not feel insignificant, small or wormy and curl yourself inside a shell like a snail; look not at the circumstances but meditate the Word that says, ‘One man of you puts to flight a thousand’, and take courage!

    One against thousand! Joshua 23:10 “One man of you puts to flight a thousand, since it is the LORD your God who fights for you, just as He promised you.” One single man stood boldly against the atrocities towards the black in South Africa and brought about terrific changes. Nelson ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    "Without The Struggle, There Are No Wings"

    Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Aug 24, 2017
    based on 1 rating
     | 9,328 views

    Peter struggled just like each of us struggle with our faith but one glorious day we will receive wings and fly.

    Matthew 16:13-20 Without the Struggle, There Are No Wings A family brought in two cocoons that were about to hatch. They watched as the first one began to open and the butterfly inside squeezed very slowly and painfully through a tiny hole that it chewed in one end of the cocoon. After lying ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Paralyzed Man: "I Need Some Friends" Series

    Contributed by Rick Burdette on Aug 28, 2017
     | 16,279 views

    Compassion, Courage, Commitment, Commission

    OUT OF WEAKNESS…STRENGTH - Paralyzed Man: “I Need Some Friends” Luke 5:17-26 (p. 719) September 3, 2017 Introduction: Henry Penn, former president of the Society of American Florists, tells what he calls one of the most memorable incidents of his life as a florist. One day ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Accept Every Challenge

    Contributed by Oliver O. Suarez on Jun 25, 2016
     | 7,315 views

    Say YES to a challenge for you will always prosper when you walk with God

    Key verse: Joshua 1:9 ...Be strong & courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go. In life you will always have to fight to be able to have your own place and name. If you are wise, you will know that every challenge in life offers ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    When Standing Alone Series

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Aug 27, 2016
     | 12,930 views

    Each Christian will eventually stand alone. At such times, they may be assured that they are never truly alone--the Lord is standing with them.

    2 TIMOTHY 4:16-18 WHEN STANDING ALONE… “At my first defense no one came to stand by me, but all deserted me. May it not be charged against them! But the Lord stood by me and strengthened me, so that through me the message might be fully proclaimed and all the Gentiles might hear it. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Charlie Roberts avatar

    The Little Train That Could!

    Contributed by Charlie Roberts on Feb 20, 2018
    based on 3 ratings
     | 11,674 views

    Helen Keller said, “"I am only one, but still I am one. I cannot do everything, but still I can do something; and because I cannot do everything, I will not refuse to do something that I can do."

    The Little Train that Could... “The Blessing Of a Submissive Spirit” Isaiah 40:6-8 MSG 6 The voice said, “Cry out!” And he said, “What shall I cry?” “All flesh is grass, And all its loveliness is like the flower of the field. 7 The grass withers, the flower fades, Because the breath of the Lord ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Douglas Phillips avatar

    I Choose To Stand

    Contributed by Douglas Phillips on Apr 12, 2018
     | 8,353 views

    THIS IS THE LAST IN A SERIES ON CHOICES WE MUST MAKE AS CHRISTIANS. WE MUST CHOOSE TO STAND FOR THE LORD IN A NON-CHRISTIAN WORLD, AND IN A WORLD WHERE MANY CHURCHES ARE WALKING AWAY FROM THE ABSOLUTE TRUTH OF THE WORD.

    I CHOOSE TO STAND MATTHEW 26:24-35; 69-75 THE LAST CHOICE WE ARE GOING TO LOOK AT IN THIS SERIES IS THE MOST IMPORTANT NEXT TO ACCEPTING CHRIST. THE CALL MUST GO FORTH FROM CHURCHES TO BOLDLY PROCLAIM AND LIVE OUR FAITH IN THE LORD JESUS CHRIST. TODAY WE ARE CALLED AS JOSHUA DID, TO STAND FOR THE ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    "I Want That Mountain!" Series

    Contributed by Robert Leroe on Mar 6, 2016
    based on 1 rating
     | 11,607 views

    Caleb was resolute in his faith and objectives. He shows us that life is a matter of perspective. Where others saw obstacles, he saw opportunities.

    When I was in high school in New Jersey, I attended a church whose youth leader loved to sing an old-timey chorus: “I want that mountain, I want that mountain; where the milk and honey flow, where the grapes of Eschol grow. I want that mountain, I want that mountain, the mountain that the ...read more

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    Denomination: Congregational