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  • William Akehurst avatar

    Jacob's Prosperity, By God's Grace

    Contributed by William Akehurst on Aug 12, 2024
     | 822 views

    Jacob worked 14 years for his wives, and family, but he had nothing. He wanted to leave to go home, but used his father-in-law to gain wealth for himself by means of his own. However, it was GOD's GRACE that took over, despite Jacob's actions.

    2024.08.11.Sermon Notes. Jacob’s Prosperity by GOD’s Grace William Akehurst, HSWC BIG IDEA: Jacob has finished his 14 years working off the dowry for his wives. And yet he has nothing. He wants to leave and go home, but realizes that he must provide for his family. And does so, at the expense of ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Invitations Of Wisdom And Folly

    Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Dec 30, 2000
    based on 107 ratings
     | 12,970 views

    Wisdom’s call is an invitation to fear the Lord, avoid deception and ultimately a call to life.

    This chapter of Proverbs contains the invitations of two women. One is called Wisdom and the other Folly. Wisdom abides in a rock solid house with seven pillars. She has prepared a banquet of choice meat and fine wine. The table is set and she sends out messengers to call out from the highest ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • John Oscar avatar

    Exposing The Jezebel Spirit Series

    Contributed by John Oscar on Sep 8, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,380 views

    A deep dive into the church of Thyatira and the spirit that led to it's downfall

    Exposing the Jezebel Spirit The 7 Churches of Revelation- Thyatira CCCAG 9-8-24 -Scripture- Rev 2:18-29 Introduction Growing up, my family didn’t have a lot of traditions. A lot of it was because we lived in the Southeast corner of Wisconsin, and the family was from the northwest. Before they ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Tim White avatar

    How To Know That You Will Stay Series

    Contributed by Tim White on Apr 4, 2012
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,270 views

    John teaches us that we have the truth, know the test for truth and can determine the spirits of the Antichrist in today's world if we will apply the doctrine of Jesus Christ.

    How To Know You’ll Stay 1 John 4:1-6 • We would like to believe that we are freed from the threat of Gnosticism because of John’s clear message and stand for the truth. • However, Gnosticism has risen anew. Satan has no new tricks. • Today we are going to focus on the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • John Hamby avatar

    “jesus And The Truth About Sin” Series

    Contributed by John Hamby on Jan 11, 2010
    based on 28 ratings
     | 25,967 views

    Jesus confronts the Pharisees defective view of sin.

    A Study of the Book of Mark Sermon # 24 "Jesus and the Truth About Sin" Mark 7:14-23 In our study we have seen how the Pharisees had elevated their oral traditions to a position of equal or ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Mark Schaeufele avatar

    Identifying The Spirits Series

    Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Mar 27, 2019
     | 7,683 views

    We need to discern whether something is from an evil spirit or the Holy Spirit.

    IDENTIFYING SPIRITS Text: 1 John 4:1-6 Introduction 1. Discernment in Scripture is the skill that enables us to differentiate. It is the ability to see issues clearly. We desperately need to cultivate this spiritual skill that will enable us to know right from wrong. We must be prepared to ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Mark Green avatar

    Protecting The Next Generation

    Contributed by Mark Green on Aug 4, 2005
    based on 14 ratings
     | 5,895 views

    Discover how to protect our heart and the heart of the next generation against the deceptions of the world.

    The journey down the yellow brick road seemed pretty safe at the beginning for Dorothy. But we know from the story of The Wizard of Oz that the bright yellow brick road would intersect with an evil witch, dangerous flying animals and personal fears that must be overcome. One of the characters In ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Stupid Is As Stupid Does - Why People Reject Common Sense, Sound Doctrine, Facts, And The Truths Of God

    Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Jun 4, 2022
    based on 5 ratings
     | 4,581 views

    We are living in an insane world. People hold political power and make stupid laws and mandates. A person who uses reason, logic, and common sense often feels isolated amid all the madness

    "The stupid man cannot know; the fool cannot understand this: that though the wicked sprout like grass and all evildoers flourish, they are doomed to destruction forever; but you, O Lord, are on high forever. For behold, your enemies, O Lord, for behold, your enemies shall perish; all ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Paul Fritz avatar

    How The Holy Spirit Helps Us Realize That Things Are Not As Bad As They Seem Or As Successful As They Might Appear

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 64 ratings
     | 3,938 views

    The Holy Spirit gives us the wisdom and the adaptability to see our situations more from God’s evaluative perspective. Paul wrote, "I know how to enjoy plenty and live in abundance. I have learned in any and all circumstances the secret of facing every si

    How The Holy Spirit Helps Us Realize That Things Are Not as Bad as They Seem or as Successful as They Might Appear (Phil. 4:8-13) Illustration:Faith understands that God intervenes in the natural course of events; on the other hand, if the natural course of events should happen to answer ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Thomas H avatar

    Matthew 6:1-6, 16-18 Keeping Up Appearances (Heavenly Mrs Bucket) Series

    Contributed by Thomas H on Nov 24, 2011
     | 25,867 views

    Matthew 6:1-6, 16-18 Keeping up Appearances (Heavenly Mrs Bucket)

    Matthew 6:1-6, 16-18 Keeping up Appearances (Heavenly Mrs Bucket) Manuscript In the 1990s there was a TV show from Britain called “Keeping Up Appearances.” Who remembers it? The reruns are still showing if you haven’t seen it and want to. The series is about a lady called ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Mark A. Barber avatar

    God's Saving Grace Has Appeared: A Sermon For Either Christmas Day Or Epiphany

    Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Dec 22, 2020
     | 3,256 views

    When one understands something life-changing and the light bulb goes on in the head, that moment is often called an "epiphany."

    God’s Saving Grace Has Appeared! Titus 2:11-14 Everyone loves a good story. Everyone loves a good storyteller. Back in the days before television we were entertained by stories. Our imaginations were left to paint the picture. A good storyteller makes you feel that you are part of the story. The ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Jeff Strite avatar

    The Abraham Factor Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Oct 13, 2008
    based on 66 ratings
     | 14,554 views

    God did more than start a "religion" with Abraham. He started a "relationship" - a relationship that models what God desires to do in our lives.

    OPEN: A third grader once wrote a homework assignment where he was supposed to "Explain God." "One of God’s main jobs is making people. He makes them to replace the ones that die so there will be enough people to take care of things on earth. He doesn’t make grown-ups, just babies. I think because ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Steven Chapman avatar

    More Than Survivors

    Contributed by Steven Chapman on Jun 22, 2015
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,016 views

    This Easter Weekend message looks at what made the Resurrection something that moved the disciples from the few who simply survived to those who thoroughly transformed the world.

    MORE THAN SURVIVORS LUKE 24:36-53 Now in its 14th season, Survivor is a reality game show, in which an assortment of people are “marooned” in a remote location in a battle for cash and prizes. The show uses a system of progressive elimination, allowing the contestants to vote off ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • JS Collins avatar

    The Day Of The Lord

    Contributed by Js Collins on Feb 27, 2012
     | 4,568 views

    The Day of the Lord- Is when God puts Israel of all nations. This sermon expands the difference between Christ

    The Day of the Lord End time message Zechariah 14:1-5 1 ¶ Behold, the day of the LORD cometh, and thy spoil shall be divided in the midst of thee. 2. For I will gather all nations against Jerusalem to battle; and the city shall be taken, and the houses rifled, and the women ravished; and half of ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Rick Crandall avatar

    God Shows Up! Series

    Contributed by Rick Crandall on Jul 25, 2020
     | 8,377 views

    God shows up... 1. So don't get distracted (vs. 1-3). 2. Expect God to work in your everyday life (vs. 3). 3. Trust God to guide you (vs. 4-6). 4. Point other people to Jesus (vs. 7).

    God Shows Up! The Gospel of John John 21:1-7 (Reading vs. 1-14) Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - August 22, 2018 (Revised July 25, 2020) BACKGROUND: *In John 21, God tells us about one of the wonderful appearances of our Risen Savior. It happened on the shore of the Sea of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist