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  • Bobby Gilles avatar

    Loneliness, Frankenstein's Monster & Psalm 142 Series

    Contributed by Bobby Gilles on Sep 10, 2015
     | 7,209 views

    How does the Bible speak into our seasons of intense loneliness? Does becoming a Christian simply make it all go away? Let's explore Psalm 142 for the answer.

    Reading: A maskil of David. When he was in the cave. A prayer. 1 I cry aloud to the LORD; I lift up my voice to the LORD for mercy. 2 I pour out before him my complaint; before him I tell my trouble. 3 When my spirit grows faint within me, it is you who watch over my way. In the path ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Dangers Of When Church Becomes Comfortable

    Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Feb 8, 2014
    based on 4 ratings
     | 27,942 views

    What causes a person to forsake the rules and do what they want to do? It is something called comfortability or comfort zone. They become so comfortable to the point that it’s my will that matters and that’s it, it is irreverence.

    “The Dangers of when Church becomes Comfortable” Comfortable Christianity By Bishop M.L. Maughmer, Jr. Once upon a time in the land called Feel Good there was a Church. This new Church was called "The Church of the Comfortable and Tolerant". Very recently this Church hired a new ...read more

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    Denomination: Apostolic

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    Let's Get It Together

    Contributed by Kraig Pullam on Feb 17, 2014
    based on 5 ratings
     | 54,221 views

    A fellowship that honors God is a fellowship that is centered around and sanctioned upon communal love and harmony one with another.

    It’s obvious to anyone that has ever read this psalm, that the theme that leaps very obviously at one that is interwoven throughout the fabric of the verses of this short Psalm is the theme of unity. It is believed that this Psalm was written on or for the occasion of the nation’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Revival Begins With Me

    Contributed by Vernon Price on Apr 10, 2012
    based on 4 ratings
     | 20,923 views

    Opening Song: 292 Jesus I Come Closing Song: 311 I Would Be Like Jesus Scripture Reading: 2 Chronicles 29:1-10

    REVIVAL BEGINS WITH ME Opening Song: 292 Jesus I Come Closing Song: 311 I Would Be Like Jesus Scripture Reading: 2 Chronicles 29:1-10 One night in a church service a young woman felt the tug of God at her heart. She responded to God's call and accepted Jesus as her Lord and Savior. The young ...read more

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    Denomination: Adventist

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    Your New Name Series

    Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Feb 26, 2018
     | 10,345 views

    1) Comment & Commendation about the Church (Rev. 2:12-13), 2) Complaint & Call to Repentance for the Church (Rev. 2:14-16), 3) The Command to hear and the Conquering of the Church. (Revelation 2:17).

    One of the motivations for many athletes currently competing in the Olympics in South Korea is to make a name for themselves. With public recognition the hope is to land a lucrative sponsorship. Making a name for yourself however is not always positive. One of the most famous cases was with the ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    Elders In The Congregation Part 2 Series

    Contributed by John Lowe on Mar 20, 2018
     | 7,077 views

    When Paul left Crete, there were certain things that still needed to be set in order; there were false teachers to be silenced, and there was the pressing need for recognized spiritual guides in the assemblies. He left Titus to handle these matters.

    Chapter 1, Verses 5-9 Title: Elders in the Congregation For this reason I left you in Crete, that you should set in order the things that are lacking, and appoint elders in every city as I commanded you— if a man is blameless, the husband of one wife, having faithful children not accused of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Week Four The Church Series

    Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Apr 28, 2023
     | 1,643 views

    A SHORT COURSE IN ECCLESIOLOGY

    THE CHURCH OR A SHORT COURSE IN ECCLESIOLOGY I. INTRODUCTION This lesson addresses the importance and history of the church. Doctrines are often misunderstood or abused, and the doctrine of the church is no exception. Differences in understanding church membership and its importance can be ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Way Of Joy - Faithfulness Series

    Contributed by Thomas Bartlett on Apr 17, 2020
     | 5,648 views

    If there’s one thing that plagues Americans it’s anxiety. We worry about so many things. We worry about things that the rest of the world aren’t even aware of. Have you heard the term, “first world problems”?

    OUTLINE The Way of Joy Philippians Chapter 1 Steele Creek Church, Eastfield – Dr. Tom Bartlett March 1, 2020 Biblical joy: a deep sense of satisfaction, given by the Holy Spirit that settles the heart and mind because of what God has promised. Biblical faith: understanding what God has said and ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    Discipleship - Part 3 Series

    Contributed by Chuck Brooks on Nov 9, 2020
     | 1,848 views

    Today, I would like for us to look some more at the topic of the Routine of Discipleship...

    Thus far in this series on discipleship we looked at “The Root of Discipleship” – Jesus commanded His followers to make disciples of all nations. Discipleship happens when Christians obey the Word of God and pass on their godly heritage to the next generation of Christians. We’ve discussed “The ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    How To Avoid The Worst Woes In Life - Part 1 Series

    Contributed by Rick Crandall on Jan 28, 2023
     | 1,957 views

    1. Don’t keep people from God’s Kingdom. Help them go in! (vs. 13). 2. Don’t be greedy. Be generous! (vs. 14). 3. Don’t make people worse. Make them better! (vs. 15). 4. Don’t treasure gold. Treasure the things of God. (vs. 16-22). 5. Don’t be satisfied with less. Strive for God’s best. (vs. 23-24).

    How to Avoid the Worst Woes in Life - Part 1 The Gospel of Matthew Matthew 23:13-24 Sermon by Rick Crandall (Prepared January 28, 2023) MESSAGE: *In this chapter you will hear the strongest words of condemnation Jesus ever spoke during His ministry here on earth. Eight times Jesus called these ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Pergamum: Truth Marks The Church Series

    Contributed by Ed Sasnett on Jul 24, 2020
     | 3,500 views

    The church is to hold to the truth inwardly as well as outwardly.

    Have you noticed how often a sword is at the center of a story? Young Arthur of King Arthur fame is destined to remove the sword from the stone, signifying he is the future king. The sword “Excalibur” bears the power to protect Arthur from harm. Only when the sword is stolen, does Arthur become ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Contending For The Faith

    Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Apr 10, 2025
     | 1,028 views

    I told the Lord when I was preparing this sermon that he was going to get me in trouble because I am going to be stepping on some toes in this sermon.

    But I also told Him I love Him, and I am willing to preach whatever will please Him. Today I will be preaching on BIBLICAL SEPARATION. This is a sermon that you will not hear in the liberal churches across this nation. And when preachers like me and others preach on BIBLICAL SEPARATION they are ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Brian Bill avatar

    Giving To Please God Series

    Contributed by Brian Bill on Apr 14, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,631 views

    Because we’re partakers of grace and partners in the gospel, we’re to participate in giving to God’s work by practicing joyful generosity.

    Giving to Please God Philippians 4:14-23 Rev. Brian Bill April 12-13, 2025 When I was growing up, my mom insisted that my sisters and I had to write thank you notes whenever we would receive a gift. To reinforce this, she would tell us we couldn’t use the gift we were given until the note was ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Building Families Of Faith

    Contributed by Martin Wiles on May 5, 2002
    based on 86 ratings
     | 12,323 views

    This sermon tells what is necessary to have families that are pleasing to God.

    Introduction The young preacher was shocked to hear the well-known evangelist utter the words; “Yes, I have spent some of the happiest moments of my life in the arms of another man’s wife.” Then, following a pause, the evangelist added, “That woman was my mother.” A few weeks later as the young ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Good Samaritan

    Contributed by Owen Bourgaize on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 539 ratings
     | 59,632 views

    Jesus told this parable in answer to a lawyer on how eternal life could be gained - perfect obedience to the law of love - and when obtained how it is demonstrated.

    Jesus once told a story - the Good Samaritan - which has been a favourite ever since. It’s a charming, human-interest story, but at the same time it carries a sharp message. All of us are guilty of committing many types of sin. There are sins of omission - things we don’t do which we should, and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist