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  • Kevin Ruffcorn avatar

    Shalom Series

    Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Apr 24, 2012
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     | 8,184 views

    Just like the disciples' hopelessness and despair was turned into joy and peace, so Jesus moves in our lives giving us the peace that passes all understanding.

    John 20:19-31 “Shalom” INTRODUCTION Does is seem to you that Easter Day was a long time ago? So much has happened this past week and it feels like the loud proclamations, “He is Risen,” and “He is Risen Indeed,” are now only faint whisperings. Yes, Jesus ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    The Balancing Act

    Contributed by Perry Greene on Jan 29, 2013
     | 3,749 views

    We think of how important serving others and "convertng" others is, but we must be balanced. The process does not end in baptism it continues after. This is why Jesus told us to make "disciples" not merely "converts."

    1. Communication (strange sport sayings—selected) • “You guys line up alphabetically by height.” said by Bill Peterson, a Florida State football coach. • When Shaquille O’Neal was asked whether he had visited the Parthenon during his visit to Greece, he replied, ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Dating God!

    Contributed by Bala Samson on Aug 19, 2013
     | 2,839 views

    Dating God requires you to be ‘all’ for Him! Opening up our activities, computer, inbox, facebook, mobile, cupboards, to the entire, close scrutiny of God will require self denial and total surrender!

    Dating God! Hebrews 10:22”let us draw near [TO GOD] with a true heart in full assurance of faith, having our hearts sprinkled from an evil conscience and our bodies washed with pure water.” Boy! The title is so powerful that I am a bit shaky as to how to begin! I can never write this ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    A Chosen Generation

    Contributed by Charles R. Peck on Mar 12, 2014
     | 8,599 views

    The Church is to be a Seperated People

    A CHOSEN GENERATION 1 Peter 2:6-10 Here is a thought for tonight; you can’t land a helicopter in a forest of trees. Here are some words to remember, Chosen, Royal, Holy Nation, Peculiar People, Darkness Light and Praise. I mentioned that you can’t land a helicopter in a forest, what ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    What Sayeth Your Heart? (Money From The People Or Salvation For The People

    Contributed by Richard Papafio on Jun 10, 2018
     | 2,315 views

    The God we serve shall supply all our needs according to His riches in glory.

    May the peace of the Lord be with you. Topic: *WHAT SAYETH YOUR HEART?* (MONEY FROM THE PEOPLE OR SALVATION FOR THE PEOPLE) Acts 8:36-40 King James Version (KJV) 36 And as they went on their way, they came unto a certain water: and the eunuch said, See, here is water; what doth hinder me to be ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    Does God Continuously Speak Through Dreams?

    Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Nov 7, 2017
    based on 5 ratings
     | 3,738 views

    A look at the reliability of Dreams versus the written Word of God

    I have personally had dreams that were quite profound and insightful on a supernatural level. I have also had some pretty crazy dreams where I was watching from the sidelines as an observer to see where it was going. All that was missing was a bag of popcorn! I am a strong believer that God ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Effort And Universality Of Wisdom Series

    Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Nov 17, 2014
     | 3,695 views

    Wisdom is worth the work!

    The Effort and Universality of Wisdom (Proverbs 22:17-22) 1. A German Shepherd can take down a skunk at any time, but is it worth it? 2. It is possible to grow kale and other vegetables in the snow, but is it worth it? 3. I make homemade sauerkraut about 10 times a year. I begin with cabbage, ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Dating God!

    Contributed by Bala Samson on Dec 3, 2014
     | 2,916 views

    People callously skip church services and attend weekend parties and dare to say that they love Him!

    Dating God! Hebrews 10:22”let us draw near [TO GOD] with a true heart in full assurance of faith, having our hearts sprinkled from an evil conscience and our bodies washed with pure water.” Boy! The title is so powerful that I am a bit shaky as to how to begin! I can never write this ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    (When Affliction Is Good)

    Contributed by Derrick White Sr on Nov 26, 2017
    based on 2 ratings
     | 21,678 views

    THERE ARE SOME SITUATIONS THAT WE FACE IN THIS LIFE THAT FORCES US TO ACKNOWLEDGE --THAT IF IT HAD`NT NOT BEEN FOR THE LORD ON OUR SIDE --WHERE WOULD WE BE SOMETIMES WE FIND OURSELVES IN SOME PREDICTAMENTS THAT ARE UNEXPLAINABLE

    Psalm 119:65-72 (KJV) Thou hast dealt well with thy servant, O Lord, according unto thy word. [66] Teach me good judgment and knowledge: for I have believed thy commandments. [67] Before I was afflicted I went astray: but now have I kept thy word. [68] Thou art good, and doest good; teach me thy ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Easter: Where Is The Joy?

    Contributed by Pastor Randall Timblin on Apr 6, 2019
     | 5,124 views

    This the season for JOY. Although what they did to my Lord was horrific, He outlasted them and brought much JOY to those who would believe in Him. And the JOY continues. HAPPY EASTER!

    SCRIPTURE Luke 22:1-7 Luke 22:14-22 Luke 22:31-34 INTRODUCTION Today's Sermon is titled EASTER- Is there JOY? You may have noticed that I did not read all of the verses. It was my attempt to shorten the sermon so that everyone can arrive at home before midnight. This is not all of what ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    A Chosen Generation Series

    Contributed by Charles R. Peck on Sep 16, 2013
     | 9,573 views

    As believers we are a chosen people, showing forth the praises of God

    A CHOSEN GENERATION 1 Peter 2:6-10 Here is a thought for tonight; you can’t land a helicopter in a forest of trees. Here are some words to remember, Chosen, Royal, Holy Nation, Peculiar People, Darkness Light and Praise. I mentioned that you can’t land a helicopter in a forest, what ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    That Year!

    Contributed by Bala Samson on Dec 14, 2021
     | 1,608 views

    The words "That year” should not be overlooked and hastily read because God’s plan is inside it, God would keep specific people in specific positions for His purpose, are you listening?

    This is heaven’s strategy! John 11:49 But one of them, Caiaphas, who was high priest that year, said to them, "You know nothing at all”.. I am so excited about the above portion, especially the words “who was high priest that year”! Stay with me for a profound word.. “That year” should not ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Disappeared.

    Contributed by Roy Fowler on May 15, 2021
     | 1,645 views

    The original Apostles were picking a replacement for Judas. Was Matthias really God's pick?

    Sermon Title: Disappeared. Scripture Text: Acts 1:15-17; Acts 1:21-26 ILLUSTRATION: There was this church and their Pastor had ran off because of some things in his life. Since it wasn’t a United Methodist Church they formed a Search Committee. During the search they came up with two ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Wade Martin Hughes, Sr avatar

    Swift To Hear, Slow To Speak, Slow To Anger

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jan 8, 2022
     | 2,527 views

    What is the greatest act of love? Holding hands? The kiss? Listening is mentioned 754 times in the Bible. Are we deficient in our listening skills?

    SWIFT TO HEAR, SLOW TO SPEAK, SLOW TO WRATH… By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com Let us establish a truth: WE DO NOT SEE AND HEAR THINGS AS THEY ARE. WE SEE AND HEAR THINGS AS WE ARE! TEXT: James 1:19 Wherefore, my beloved brethren, let every man be swift to hear, slow to ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    An Outline For Acts 6:8-15

    Contributed by Jonathan Spurlock on Jul 30, 2021
     | 2,686 views

    Stephen was a willing worker for the Church in the days of the Apostles. There were some people, including religious leaders, who didn't like him and made plans to do something to him.

    An Outline for Acts 6:8-15 Introduction: Stephen was one of the original seven men chosen to assist the apostles (see Acts 6:1-7). He was able to more than just assist in distribution of food, as he performed “great wonders and miracles among the people” and even engaged in dialogue with members ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist