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  • T.J. Conwell avatar

    Rise Up! Series

    Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Jun 23, 2010
     | 23,786 views

    Study of the book of Isaiah, Chapter 8. Will we take the energy, and obey the Lord’s command, to RISE UP and take a stand against sin? (Ref: Isaiah 8:9-10)

    Rise up! Isaiah 8:9-10 Introduction - Last time in Isa. 7, the key to this chapter was God telling us NOT to worry - If you remember because of the threat of war they were ready to give up - Because the enemy had come knocking, the people feared & doubted God - The key for us is to be encouraged ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Consider The Lilies! (Hix)

    Contributed by Jimmy Haile on Dec 25, 2010
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     | 7,740 views

    Jesus gives us reasons not to worry!

    A lady went to the butcher shop looking for a chicken for dinner.  She asked the butcher to see his selection.  He only had one chicken left but did not disclose this to the lady.  He kept the chickens in the bin below the showcase and so he reached down and pulled out his last chicken. He put it ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Picture Of Faith Series

    Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Aug 26, 2008
    based on 9 ratings
     | 6,077 views

    There are many definitions of fatih, but the woman of this text gives a clear demonstration of what makes great faith. We learn that faith is persistent and always relys upon God’s grace and mercy.

    Matthew 15:21-28 “A Picture of Faith” INTRODUCTION What would you say if someone came up to you and asked you to define what “faith” is? Here is a short video clip of what some people said. Faith is difficult to define because it is an abstract concept. It is perhaps easier to describe faith ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Strength In Weakness Series

    Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Jul 7, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,479 views

    God does not promise nations or his children a charmed life, but he does prmise to give us strength, be with us in the struggle, and see us safe to the other side.

    2 Corinthians 12:2-10 “Strength in Weakness” INTRODUCTION “We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness.” We have all heard ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    The Meaning Of It All.

    Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Sep 15, 2013
    based on 5 ratings
     | 18,755 views

    We remember the Lord's death each time we partake of the communion. It is a perpetual remembrance, until He comes. Christ has died, and Christ will come again. But meantime, Christ is risen.

    THE MEANING OF IT ALL. Luke 24. It is reported in all four Gospels that the resurrection of our Lord Jesus Christ took place on the first day of the week, when the Sabbath was over. Not only was it the dawn of a new day, it was the dawn of a new week. Not only was it the dawn of a new week, but ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Understanding The Target--- The Family

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on May 24, 2017
     | 6,520 views

    It is a satanic goal tomake every family unhappy and then destroy it. What is God's purpose for the family?

    UNDERSTANDING THE TARGET : THE FAMILY... THE PURPOSE OF THE FAMILY By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com WEAK FAMILIES MEAN WEAK SOCIETIES, WEAK CHUCHES... PROBLEMS ARE NOT THE PROBLEMS... IT IS OUR ATTITUDES TOWARDS THE PROBLEMS THAT MAKE THE PROBLEM THE PROBLEM. The primary cause of ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Inside And Outside Series

    Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Jan 14, 2016
     | 6,769 views

    Jesus heals a paralytic and eats with tax collectors.

    Mark 2:1-22 “Inside and Outside” INTRODUCTION Often times our images of heaven are peaceful and serene. The books, Heaven is for Real and Ninety Minutes in Heaven, certainly underscore this thought. Heaven is a place to be reunited with family and friends. There is no struggle ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    A Speech That Demands Action Lesson 20 Series

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Apr 20, 2017
     | 5,058 views

    How to get people to listen to you,

    A. WHY PEOPLE RESENT BEING TOLD WHAT TO DO 1. They know better than you. 2. They don’t respect your opinion. 3. They are blinded to God’s work and your ideas. 4. They have a hidden agenda. 5. They are not yielded to God’s will. 6. They are ignorant – never learned Christian ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Faith For Success In Face Of Oppostion Lesson 3 Series

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Apr 24, 2017
     | 6,236 views

    What to do when you lose

    A. INTRODUCTION: GENESIS 26:17-34 Why the World Opposes Us • We convict them of their sin • We work by principles • Our success embarrasses them • Christians have done dumb things • Christians have sinned (Gen. 12:10-20; 20:1-18; 26:6-16) 1. Why was Isaac in the desert? “Abimelech said . . . ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Basis For All Prayers Lesson 1 Series

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Apr 25, 2017
     | 4,092 views

    A prayer for God to be glorified.

    A. INTRODUCTION “Lord, when I pray, I’ll follow this pattern: My Father in heaven, may Your name be holy, in my life on earth as Your name is holy in heaven. May Your kingdom come in my life on earth as Your kingdom rules in heaven. May Your will be done in my life on earth as Your will is done in ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Core 52 Week 42 - Becoming Truly New Series

    Contributed by Lanny Smith on Nov 5, 2020
     | 1,968 views

    "Change" is often coerced and impermanent. How do we discover not just "change," but transformation?

    You can listen to the audio of the sermon on my podcast here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/697261/6000676 Q: How can I change? Read: Ezekiel 37:1–11 NLT • We’re dried out. • But we can change. It isn’t easy, but it isn’t complicated. • Steps: o believe the promise of change. o receive the power of ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    God's Little Lamb

    Contributed by Perry Greene on Feb 9, 2021
     | 1,841 views

    There is a progression and parallel of the Passover Lamb and the Lamb of God -- A, The, Your, Their Lamb(s).

    1. A friend of mine recently shared an observation with me from Exodus 12:1-6 The LORD said to Moses and Aaron in the land of Egypt, 2 “This month shall be for you the beginning of months. It shall be the first month of the year for you. 3 Tell all the congregation of Israel that on the tenth day ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Zacchaeus

    Contributed by Lucy Paynter on Sep 7, 2019
     | 11,371 views

    Every time I read the gospels recounting of Jesus ministry I am amazed at how every turn, route or path Jesus took was a planned season for someone to encounter him. Jesus entered and passed through Jerico and this time it was Zacchaeus season of visitation.

    Luke 19 King James Version (KJV) 19 And Jesus entered and passed through Jericho. 2 And, behold, there was a man named Zaccheaus, which was the chief among the publicans, and he was rich. 3 And he sought to see Jesus who he was; and could not for the press, because he was little of stature. 4 ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    3,000 Saved Series

    Contributed by John Lowe on Mar 5, 2017
     | 8,124 views

    Those who acknowledged a readiness to embrace the offer of salvation were baptized on the same day. Their conversion was instantaneous. The appeal made to them was for them to immediately yield themselves to God....

    August 29, 2013 By: Tom Lowe Series: The Early Church Title: 3,000 Saved Acts 2.41 (KJV) 41Then they that gladly received his word were baptized: and the same day there were added unto them about three thousand souls. Commentary 41Then they that gladly received his ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    How Leaders Can Serve Those They Are Called To Lead Series

    Contributed by Brett Crosson on May 10, 2019
     | 5,583 views

    Christ was the ultimate leader. He was the greatest servant leader. But exactly HOW did he serve his disciples. We will look at this today, and encourage you to emulate him.

    How leaders and pastors can serve others Matthew 11:28-30 Come unto me all you who are weary and burdened and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy and my burden is ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal