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    You're Not Smiling

    Contributed by Thomas Swope on Mar 7, 2019
     | 2,474 views

    A study in the book of Nehemiah Nehemiah 2: 1 – 20

    Nehemiah 2: 1 – 20 Put on a happy face 2 And it came to pass in the month of Nisan, in the twentieth year of King Artaxerxes, when wine was before him, that I took the wine and gave it to the king. Now I had never been sad in his presence before. 2 Therefore the king said to me, “Why is your face ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

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    Boast In The Lord Series

    Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Mar 22, 2019
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     | 6,569 views

    Paul gives three reasons for boasting only in the cross of Jesus Christ: 1) The cross has the power to free believers from the world’s bondage (Galatians 6:14b), 2) It has the power to do what the flesh cannot do, and 3) It has the power to bring salvation.

    Galatians 6:14-18 [14] But far be it from me to boast except in the cross of our Lord Jesus Christ, by which the world has been crucified to me, and I to the world. [15] For neither circumcision counts for anything, nor uncircumcision, but a new creation. [16] And as for all who walk by this rule, ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    Take Up Your Cross

    Contributed by Alan Perkins on Apr 7, 2019
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     | 20,519 views

    Following Christ means following him to the cross.

    There are basically two kinds of sermons on the Christian life. The first type of sermon views the Christian life as a kind of puzzle to be solved, with the message going something like this: Life is full of hardships, and frustrations, and obstacles. But if you do this one thing; if you ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Can We Really Believe The Bible Today? Series

    Contributed by Brian Bill on May 10, 2019
    based on 4 ratings
     | 18,107 views

    What you believe about the Bible will determine your beliefs and your behavior.

    Can We Really Believe the Bible Today? Rev. Brian Bill May 11-12, 2019 Man on Street Interview Do we have any full-time missionaries here today? Could you raise your hand? Actually, every Christ-follower is called to live on mission as a missionary. If a missionary is one who is sent to cross ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    How Does The Old Testament Apply To Me? Series

    Contributed by Brian Bill on May 25, 2019
     | 9,853 views

    The New Testament is in the Old Testament concealed; the Old Testament is in the New Testament revealed.

    How Does the Old Testament Apply to Me? Rev. Brian Bill May 25-26, 2019 Earlier this week I tried to start our 2006 Honda Odyssey and all I heard was “click.” Not knowing much about cars, I opened the hood and shook a few things to see if anything was loose (I see other guys do this). I think I ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Healthy Habits For A Higher Walk With God Series

    Contributed by David Welch on Jun 11, 2018
     | 5,519 views

    This message continues on our series of messages exploring the practices the Bible calls us to do on a regular basis to develop our walk with God.

    Chico Alliance Church Pastor David Welch “Sacrifice” Review Every once in a while we find it necessary to go to the doctor for a physical. We make an appointment with a person who is familiar with how the physical body functions and the signs of good and not so good health. The doctor went to ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

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    A Father’s Compassion Series

    Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Jun 16, 2018
     | 13,721 views

    The: 1) Personal (Psalm. 103:1-5), 2) National (Psalm. 103:6-18) and 3) Universal (Psalm. 103:19-22) praise for the compassion of God the Father.

    Of all the qualities that fathers are generally known for, love and compassion is often not high on the list. There are social norms, popular depictions and personal history on how we have been fathered that makes those qualities rare. As much as we might strive to achieve them, we can find it ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    Government From God's Point Of View Series

    Contributed by Rick Crandall on Jan 10, 2023
     | 2,257 views

    Jesus wants us... 1. To know He designed government for our good (vs. 21). 2. To recognize the dangers of ungodly government (vs. 15-18). 3. To fulfill our godly duties to government (vs. 18-22). 4. To be fully devoted to God (vs. 16, 18-22).

    Government from God's Point of View The Gospel of Matthew Matthew 22:15-22 Sermon by Rick Crandall (Prepared January 10, 2023) BACKGROUND: *Please open your Bibles to Matthew 22:15. Jesus was in Jerusalem to die on the cross for our sins. The city and surrounding villages were crowded with ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Love From Above Series

    Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Dec 23, 2017
     | 10,887 views

    The coming of Christ as the Father’s Love from Above is exemplified through: 1) The Rejoicing of Love (Zephaniah 3:14), 2) The Reasons for Love (Zephaniah 3:15), and finally 3) The Results of Love (Zephaniah 3:16–17).

    For those who love Christmas music, there is a wide range of preferences. Some prefer fast paced simple tunes that raise their spirits. Others prefer more obscure tunes that may have a tie to a particular event or family tradition. Some look primarily for theological accuracy while others like ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    Jesus Is In The House!

    Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Jan 5, 2018
    based on 4 ratings
     | 32,708 views

    When we invite Jesus to be in our midst some amazing things will happen! Things like receiving new insights and knowledge. Things like knowing that Jesus is the True Son of God, the Holy One Things like People experiencing True Freedom

    Scripture: Mark 1:21-28 Title: Jesus Is In The House! Anytime we invite Jesus to be in our midst some amazing things will happen! I. Things like receiving new insights and knowledge. II. Things like knowing that Jesus is the True Son of God, the Holy One III. Things like People ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    Get Real Series

    Contributed by Thomas Swope on Jun 21, 2012
     | 6,594 views

    A study of the gospel of Matthew 6: 1 – 15

    Matthew 6: 1 – 15 Get Real “Take heed that you do not do your charitable deeds before men, to be seen by them. Otherwise you have no reward from your Father in heaven. 2 Therefore, when you do a charitable deed, do not sound a trumpet before you as the hypocrites do in the synagogues ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

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    God’s Refining Fire

    Contributed by Doug Gorman on Apr 11, 2016
    based on 1 rating
     | 9,982 views

    Refining Fire...

    Christians are told to love and forgive one another, not try to tear each other down. Those are devices of Satan and church we cannot let him get a foothold in here. I am going to quote Chuck Colson who once told his congregation (and this should hold true for any pastor), “I’m not ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Last Days Deception

    Contributed by Richard Tow on Jul 24, 2017
    based on 2 ratings
     | 32,693 views

    Biblical warnings against deception, especially in the last days, is explored. Some fundamental characteristics of deception are discussed so that the believer is more equipped to identify and avoid it.

    1 Timothy 4:1 9-4-16 Intro In Matthew 24 Jesus was alone with his disciples on the Mount of Olives. The disciples asked Him a question about the end times. “And what will be the sign of Your coming, and of the end of the age?"1 How will we know when the end is near? What will tell us that Your ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    Growing Via The Holy Spirit

    Contributed by Ernie Arnold on May 11, 2016
    based on 3 ratings
     | 7,263 views

    Jesus shares how the Holy Spirit will teach us and help us grow! 1. Jesus shares that there is much more to learn and grow -v. 12 2. Jesus shares that learning and growth is only possible through His Holy Spirit v. 13 - 15

    Scripture: John 16:12-15; Proverbs 8:1-4 and Romans 5:1-5 Title: Holy Spirit Growth Proposition: Jesus shares with us we how the Holy Spirit can help us grow! 1. Jesus shares that there is much more to learn and grow - verse 12 2. Jesus shares that learning and growth is only ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    Free From Sin Series

    Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Apr 29, 2016
     | 6,284 views

    1) Sin is incompatible with the law of God (1 John 3:4), 2) it is incompatible with the work of Christ (1 John 3:5–8), and 3) it is incompatible with the ministry of the Holy Spirit (1 John 3:9–10).

    One of the first questions we ask when we hear of the birth of a baby is, “Who does she look like?” Features such as physical appearance, including the color of hair and eyes, facial characteristics, the shape of the mouth or nose, height and build, are given at birth. Later on, as the ...read more

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    Denomination: Other