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  • Scott Chambers avatar

    A Message For People Like Me Series

    Contributed by Scott Chambers on Feb 2, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,722 views

    This message from a series that looks at God's desire for us to live life in a way that avoids being overloaded and overextended.

    We are overloaded!!! Americans are living their lives at a break-neck pace, pushing the limits to live up to the expectations put on them by society. When compared to lives fifty years ago we see that there is something conspicuously missing. Our lives have very little time and space; if any. ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Divine Connection Premium Sermon

    Contributed by PRO Premium on Jan 23, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 2,291 views

    This sermon explores the importance of rest, prayer, and re-connection with God, as exemplified by Jesus in the gospels, for gaining the strength to fulfill our divine purpose and calling.

    As we begin today, I want you to imagine this scene in your mind; A seasoned surfer, skillfully riding the waves, perfectly attuned to the rhythm of the ocean. Masterfully watching and waiting as the tide comes in and goes out, all the while, keeping a sharp eye out for that perfect wave. All at ...read more

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    When Persecution Comes Calling

    Contributed by Gordon Brownlee on May 13, 2024
     | 507 views

    The Church has been missing a valuable tool in fighting oppression. The authority of Christ remains on our lips.

    For anyone that has been following the news there are a growing number of stories that speak of the persecution of Christians. For many, such articles seem surreal, they remain so far removed from our current peaceful existence that we find no reason to try and relate, let alone guard ourselves ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    Peace In The Lion's Den Series

    Contributed by C. Philip Green on Oct 3, 2013
    based on 4 ratings
     | 21,227 views

    You can find rest if you rest in God. You can find peace if you depend on the Lord. You can get rid of all your worries if you commit your life to the Lord and pray every day.

    This last week, I came across a five minute clip from an episode of The Bob Newhart Show on YouTube. That was back in the days when sit-coms were funny AND clean, unlike so many of them today. Bob, as you may know, was a psychologist on the show, and in this scene a woman comes into his office ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    Nothing Left But God

    Contributed by Howard Strickland on Mar 17, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,520 views

    A wise Bible teacher once said, sooner or later, God will bring self-sufficient people to the place where they have no resource, but him- No strength, No answers, nothing but him. Without God’s help, they’re sunk.

    Nothing Left But God. 2 Chronicles 20. A wise Bible teacher once said, sooner or later, God will bring self-sufficient people to the place where they have no resource, but him- No strength, No answers, nothing but him. Without God’s help, they’re sunk. He then told of a despairing man who ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    One Needful Thing

    Contributed by Mary Erickson on Jul 22, 2019
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,425 views

    With so many pressing things distracting us, Jesus calls us to focus on what is truly important, being truly present with him.

    July 21, 2019 Lk. 10:38-42 Rev. Mary Erickson One Needful Thing Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. There is a joy surrounding hospitality. It’s delightful to be the one who welcomes. And it’s warmly gracious to be the one who is ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    "the Bad Habits Of Jesus"

    Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on May 29, 2024
     | 1,066 views

    PC controls our culture, and values. Harrison Butker stood against a self righteous culture at a personal cost. Jesus confronted PC Pharisees regarding the "Sabbath" rules. quotes from Leonard Sweet, Ken Bailey (Jesus thru Middle Eastern Eyes)

    In Jesus Holy Name June 2, 2024 Text: Mark 2:23-24,27-28 Pentecost II Redeemer “The Bad Habits of Jesus” Each Sunday in this liturgical calendar year our gospel readings are from the Book of ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    The Unforced Rhythm Of Strength

    Contributed by Paul Dayao on Aug 23, 2025
     | 108 views

    This sermon contrasts the world's frantic and exhausting path to strength with God's divine invitation to find salvation and power through the "unforced rhythm" of returning to and resting in Him.

    Introduction: The Tyranny of the Urgent I want you to picture a scene. It's late at night. A student sits hunched over a desk, surrounded by textbooks and empty coffee mugs. Their eyes are gritty with exhaustion, their mind a frantic buzz of facts and figures. Fear of failure is a physical ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    There’s Always More

    Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Jul 15, 2023
     | 2,230 views

    Even when we feel drained physically and financially, we still need to offer what resources we do have - and in so doing, find that we can do more than we thought.

    I have a lot of fellow feeling for the disciples in today’s story. I expect all of us who have put so much time and effort into VBS do, too. It’s done! We can put our feet up and have something to eat, talk about how everything went, see how well we did, maybe get a stroke or two for the old ego. ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    The Road To Recovery Series

    Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Aug 15, 2019
     | 5,798 views

    The path on this road is the path of: 1) Faith (Matthew 11:28a), 2) Repentance and Rest (Matthew 11:28b) and finally: 3) Submission (Matthew 11:29-30)

    There are many reasons why people come to Canada. Some come for economic prospects. Some come to be reunited with family that has preceded them, and some come to avoid brutal conditions in the land that they just left. A common story over the past several decades has involved those who travel to ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    When The Shepherd Restores The Sheep

    Contributed by Dr. Larry Petton on Aug 18, 2020
     | 5,300 views

    Someone has said that there are only two kinds of sheep that belong to the Great Shepherd: those who are BORED and those who are RESTORED!” If you are bored in your faith, you are certainly not following Jesus with your whole heart, for the Christian life is the most exciting adventure on earth!

    WHEN THE SHEPHERD RESTORES THE SHEEP Dr. Larry Petton – Message #2 Text: Psalm 23:2-3 _________________________________________________________________ "He restores my soul" - Psalm 23:2 Someone has said that there are only two kinds of sheep that belong to the Great Shepherd: ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • David Welch avatar

    The Secret To Success Series

    Contributed by David Welch on Jun 21, 2018
     | 10,130 views

    Message 2 in our journey with Joshua into the Promised Land. This message explores the secret of Joshua's success.

    Joshua Series #2 The Amazing Race “The Secret to Success” Review / Introduction Last week I tried to provide the background necessary to better understand this book. The events of the book of Joshua is an obvious continuation of a long journey, an amazing race to the Promised Land; a journey ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

  • David Flowers avatar

    Develop A Rule Of Life Series

    Contributed by David Flowers on Mar 7, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 8,229 views

    Eighth and last in the series Emotionally Healthy Spirituality, this message challenges listeners to begin developing a "rule of life" -- a personal, intentional, handcrafted set of guidelines for how to live . This is the way we stay connected to God in

    Develop a Rule of Life Emotionally Healthy Spirituality, prt. 8 Wildwind Community Church November 28, 2010 David Flowers 1 Cor. 7:35 A couple of weeks ago when we talked about the Sabbath and the Daily Office, I spent the first eight or nine minutes of the message reviewing the routines that ...read more

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    Denomination: Free Methodist

  • Howard Strickland avatar

    Come To The Fountain, Finding Contentment.

    Contributed by Howard Strickland on Jun 3, 2013
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,215 views

    Leaders who didn’t really know the Lord were setting idolatrous pattern for others (Hosea 4:6) Two evils, first, Israel abandoned the Lord, their only source of spiritual sustenance. Secondly, Israel turned to idolatrous objects of trust. Jeremiah com

    Come To the Fountain, Finding Contentment. Jeremiah 2:11-13NASB Professional golfer Paul Azinger was diagnosed with cancer at age 33. He had just won a PGA championship and had ten tournament victories to his credit. 
He wrote, "A genuine feeling of fear came over me. I could die ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Sabbath Series

    Contributed by Jon Daniels on Jun 27, 2022
     | 1,680 views

    Based on Exodus 20:8-11 - Encourages hearers to realize how much God values rest for His children.

    “THE SABBATH” Ex. 20:8-11 FBCF – 6/25/22 Jon Daniels INTRO – The US has embassies all around the world in other countries. Represents your home in a foreign land. The rules & laws of your home nation apply inside the walls of the embassy. You & I are living in a foreign land. We are ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist