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  • Trevor chuma avatar

    Live For Christ.

    Contributed by Trevor Chuma on Feb 23, 2019
     | 5,182 views

    I say then, Walk in the Spirit, and ye shall not fulfill the lust of the flesh (Galatians 5:16)

    There are 2 kinds of lives, the Self-life & the God life. The self-life is when we live to please the flesh, when we live to gain a reputation with human beings, when we seek human approval, when we care so much about what people will say about us, than we do what God will say. The Bible says ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    He Must Increase Series

    Contributed by C. Philip Green on Jul 6, 2023
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,309 views

    To conquer jealous comparisons before they conquer you, humble yourself and exalt the Savior.

    An urban legend has Microsoft’s Bill Gates speaking at a COMDEX computer expo several years ago. Supposedly, he was comparing the computer industry with the auto industry. He said, “If GM had kept up with technology like the computer industry has, we would all be driving $25 cars that got 1,000 ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    A Tribute To John

    Contributed by Clark Tanner on Nov 15, 2000
    based on 128 ratings
     | 22,203 views

    John the Baptist pays tribute to Jesus; and in recording his words, John the Apostle pays tribute to him.

    This portion of John’s gospel, when seen in context with surrounding narrative, at first may appear out of place. John has documented Jesus’ discourse with the Pharisee, Nicodemus, and early in the next chapter he records His conversation with the Samaritan woman by Jacob’s well near Sychar. ...read more

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    Denomination: Orthodox

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    Detrimental Competition-5 Series

    Contributed by Byron Sherman on Aug 22, 2017
     | 5,203 views

    5 of 8. John the Baptist pointed out the detriments of competitive ministry. But when is competition detrimental to Christian ministry? A competitive spirit is detrimental to Christian ministry when...

    DETRIMENTAL COMPETITION-V—John 3:22-36 Attention: Doctor's Advice: A 92 year old man went to the doctor to get a physical. A few days later, the doctor saw the man walking down the street with a gorgeous young lady on his arm. At his follow up visit, the doctor talked to the man & said, "You're ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    It's All About Me, Right?

    Contributed by Jim Cunningham on Sep 2, 2006
     | 3,871 views

    A sermon on John the Baptist’s imprisonment and on dealing with difficulties in our lives.

    ¡§Me Church¡¨ video: ¡§Imagine a church where every member is passionately, whole-heartedly and recklessly calling the shots.¡¨ (A woman says) ¡§I work a busy week and when Sunday rolls around, I¡¦m tired. How about a church service that starts when I get there?¡¨ No problem ¡V when you arrive, ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    The Gardener And The Crops

    Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Jul 23, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,626 views

    God has places in His garden crops that are beneficial to others. He has place a gardener in charge of the garden until he returns, the pastor. He is to cultivate the garden ensure it produces fruit that will benefit the world. What type of vegatable ar

    “The Gardner & The crops” By District Elder M.L. Maughmer, Jr. Matthew 13:1-3, 9-11, 24-28 “The same day went Jesus out of the house, and sat by the sea side. And great multitudes were gathered together unto him, so that he went into a ship, and sat; and the whole multitude stood ...read more

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    Denomination: Apostolic

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    Let The Good Times Roll! Series

    Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Jan 26, 2021
     | 2,788 views

    There is a time for fasting for the glory of God, and then there are times to enjoy food, company, and good times. However, some people are not satisfied with anything and prefer to stay miserable, indecisive, and closed to what God has in store for them.

    I was born and reared in south Louisiana, the heart of what is known as "Cajun Country". The city in which I grew up was surrounded by lakes, bayous, swamps, and refineries. You couldn't go ten miles down one of the major highways that went through town before you spotted your ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Parable Of The Laborers: An Exposition Of Matthew 20:1-16

    Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Sep 9, 2020
    based on 4 ratings
     | 9,274 views

    Parables are more than stories from life. They illustrate something greater.

    The Parable of the Laborers: An Exposition of Matthew 20:1-16 Have you ever wondered about what Jesus did between the time he astonished the rabbis in the Temple when He was twelve years old and the time He came to John the Baptist for baptism when he was about thirty years of age. All Luke tells ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    What Will Your Memorial Be?

    Contributed by Brian Atwood on May 27, 2003
    based on 294 ratings
     | 41,880 views

    What others will remember us for - according to Jesus.

    What will your memorial be? If someone looks back on your life years from now, what will they remember about you? None of us will probably have our names in the history books of the future. What is more likely to happen is that we will be remembered by those whose lives we’ve touched. The woman ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Depression Series

    Contributed by Dennis Lee on Dec 1, 2020
    based on 5 ratings
     | 7,373 views

    Today's series, "Let's Talk About," we’ll be looking at what is one of the most prevalent maladies of our day, especially during these holidays and this pandemic, and that is, depression. We’ll look at what the Bible says and God’s prescription.

    Let’s Talk About Depression Watch: https://youtu.be/AIH7M1drwq0 As we enter into this Christmas season, I’d like to talk with you about one of the leading maladies affecting just about every one of us, and that is, depression. I am not a medical doctor, nor am I a clinical physiatrist, but ...read more

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    Denomination: Foursquare

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    Bearing Witness To The Light

    Contributed by Charles Mallory on Dec 12, 2020
     | 3,903 views

    We must illumine the darkness of the world by bearing witness to the light of Jesus so that others may come to faith.

    AMERICANS SEEM TO BE FASICNATED WITH LAW AND JUSTICE. ONE ONLY NEEDS TO LOOK AT THE HISTORY OF DETECTIVE AND COURT-ROOM PROGRAMS ON TELEVISION TO SEE WE ENJOY THE SUSPENSE OF SEEING THE TRUTH FINALLY REVEALED. WE FOLLOW THE STORYLINES OF OUR FAVORITE PROGRAMS AS EVIDENCE IS PRESENTED, TESTIMONIES ...read more

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    Denomination: Free Methodist

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    The Sources Of Joy

    Contributed by Rev. Duraimony Dickson on Jan 21, 2023
     | 2,752 views

    There is a source of joy in the presence of the Lord, and there are a lot of secrets of joy in the house of the Lord.

    He who has the bride is the bridegroom; but the friend of the bridegroom, who stands and hears him, rejoices greatly because of the bridegroom’s voice. Therefore this joy of mine is fulfilled. - John 3:29 In both John chapter 1 & 3, John the Baptist is sharing his testimony about Jesus ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Benefits Of Adversity

    Contributed by Derrick White Sr on Oct 23, 2022
    based on 1 rating
     | 11,303 views

    BECAUSE SOMETIMES THE SITUATIONS OF LIFE WILL SUCK YOU IN WASH YOU UP AND BLOW YOU OVER THAT IS------- SUCK US INTO A VICIOUS CURCUMSTANCE AND WASH US OVER WITH WORRY AND WEARINESS AND BLOW US OVER WITH BURDENS

    THE BENEFITS OF ADVERSITY Job 23:10 (NKJV) 10  But He knows the way that I take; When He has tested me, I shall come forth as gold. THE WORD OF GOD FOR THE CHILDREN OF GOD VERY BRIEFLY I WANT TO REASON WITH YOU ON THE THOUGHT (THE BENEFITS OF ADVERSITY ) MY BROTHERS AND MY SISTERS A ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    I Am The Vine Series

    Contributed by Joseph Rodgers on Jul 20, 2004
    based on 26 ratings
     | 10,536 views

    The final message in a series on the "I am" discourses of Jesus from the book of John.

    The Great I Am – I am the Vine July 18, 2004 John 15:1-8 Sunday AM Setting: Jesus is w/ His disciples on the way to the Gethsemene. Somewhere along the way, they likely came across a vineyard which served as the perfect setting for another important lesson from the Messiah. Note: Jesus wants ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Run With Promise Series

    Contributed by Pat Damiani on Jun 20, 2006
    based on 6 ratings
     | 6,366 views

    A look at how Jeremiah depended on the promises of God.

    During the wedding rehearsal, the groom approached the pastor with an unusual offer. "Look, I¡¦ll give you $100 if you¡¦ll change the wedding vows. When you get to me and the part where I¡¦m to promise to ¡¥love, honor and obey¡¦ and ¡¥forsaking all others, be faithful to her forever,¡¦ I¡¦d ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist