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  • Scott Bayles avatar

    Afterlife: Heaven Series

    Contributed by Scott Bayles on Jun 3, 2015
     | 9,323 views

    The third in a series of three, this sermon highlights three wonderful characteristics of our future home in Heaven. It will be real, righteous, and relational.

    Afterlife: Heaven Scott Bayles, pastor Blooming Grove Christian Church: 5/31/15 A Sunday School teacher just finished a lesson all about Heaven, then asked her students, “How many of you want to go to Heaven?” Of course, everyone in the class raised their hands… except for one ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    Comfort: Give It & Take It!

    Contributed by Kelly Durant on Jun 8, 2015
     | 4,547 views

    All of us confront problems in life, but it is how one handles them that matters! Crisis situations are not the whole problem, how one reacts and handles them determines if matters will calm down or if they will get worse!

    Comfort: Give It & Take It! By Kelly Durant 8-10-14 Romans 1:11-12 For I long to see you, that I may impart unto you some spiritual gift, to the end ye may be established; 12 That is, that I may be comforted together with you by the mutual faith both of you and me. 2. How many of you have ever ...read more

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    Denomination: Salvation Army

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    Faith Of Joseph Series

    Contributed by William D. Brown on Jun 13, 2015
     | 6,210 views

    Joseph is the best type of Christ personified in the Bible, he suffered at the hands of his brethren, he marries a gentile wife, later saves his people, a wise ruler.

    #12~Joseph ~ SS Heb.11:21-22 8-31-14 Gen.48: -- Gen.49: ~~ Gen.29: ~~ Gen.50: Today we'll continue with our study of Hebrews 11: "the hall of the faithful" chapter. -- We left off last time talking about Jacob being on ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Dad In The Mirror

    Contributed by Larry Turner on Jun 18, 2015
    based on 4 ratings
     | 12,599 views

    It seems dads get beat up a lot for failing to be the perfect father. We forget that dads are fallen men like all others. This message is designed to encourage dads and others in their daily walk.

    The kids wanted a hamster really bad. They pleaded with their mom, making all kind of promises. One promise was to care for the hamster. Finally, mom agreed and got them a hamster. They named him “Danny.” Within two months, Mom had the responsibility of Danny’s care. Despite her ...read more

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    Denomination: Foursquare

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    When God Says Seven, Six Won’t Do

    Contributed by John Gaston on Oct 17, 2016
    based on 3 ratings
     | 23,947 views

    It wasn’t until Naaman went down in obedience the 7th and last time that the miracle occurred. Some of you are looking for a miracle, but it will not occur until you meet the requirements God is telling your heart!

    WHEN GOD SAYS SEVEN, SIX WON’T DO 2 Kgs. 5:1-17 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: THE SINGING PERFORMANCE 1. A lady had a wealthy father who gave her private singing lessons. At last she sang in a concert. Afterward, she was very excited. A friend came to her dressing room. 2. The singer asked her ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    What's Love Got To Do With It? (Part Five) Series

    Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Oct 25, 2016
     | 7,528 views

    Last week I shared about what love had to do with overcoming fear. Today my focus will be on what love has to do with overcoming unforgiveness. We've all struggled with this one. Overcoming being hurt by someone can be difficult. Forgiveness takes love.

    WHAT’S LOVE GOT TO DO WITH IT? (Part five) INTRODUCTION: Last week I shared about what love had to do with overcoming fear. We looked at 1st John 4:18 that states perfect love drives out fear. Today my focus will be on what love has to do with overcoming unforgiveness. Let’s face it-we ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Lord's Prayer - Continued Series

    Contributed by Leighton (Lee) Vary on Oct 28, 2016
     | 4,745 views

    Give us this day our daily bread. This is praying not for spiritual but for physical needs, but could well be as some believe, that that prayer is just all spiritual. But could very well be also physical.

    I. Introduction A. A lady who was speeding had an officer pulled her to the side of the road. She didn't have her seat belt on so as soon as she stopped, she quickly slipped it on before the officer got to her window. After talking to her about speeding, the officer said, "I see you are wearing ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Anxiety Is A Downer

    Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Nov 14, 2016
    based on 3 ratings
     | 8,939 views

    Last week I shared Prov. 12:25, "An anxious heart weighs a man down, but a kind word cheers him up." As I focused on the later part of the verse last week, today I want to focus on the beginning part of the verse. So, let's look at the subject of anxiety.

    ANXIETY IS A DOWNER INTRODUCTION: Last week I shared Prov. 12:25, "An anxious heart weighs a man down, but a kind word cheers him up." in regards to shining our light. Light warms and so therefore a kind word warms a person's heart. As I focused on the later part of the verse last week, today I ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    You Ain't All That

    Contributed by Larry Turner on Nov 20, 2016
     | 9,141 views

    Pride can make someone think more highly of themselves than they should. Naaman almost missed a miracle because of pride.

    Everyone knows that the lion is the king of the jungle. And they are very prideful. In fact a group of lions are called a pride. One day the lion being filled with pride decided to make sure all the others knew it. He was so confident that he by-passed the smaller animals and went straight to the ...read more

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    Denomination: Foursquare

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    Criticism Not Handled Properly Can Be An Evil Thing Indeed.

    Contributed by Gordon Mcculloch on Nov 23, 2016
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,829 views

    The wrong type of criticism can lead to all sorts of problems. This we must be aware, so that we can handle those who would put us down; criticism to them being a weapon.

    This sermon was delivered to St Oswald’s, Maybole, Ayrshire, Scotland on the 30th September 2012; St Oswald’s is a Scottish Episcopal Church in the Dioceses of Glasgow and Dumfries. The readings for today are: Esther 7:1-6, 9-10; 9:20-22 Psalm 12 James 5:13-20 Mark ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal

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    The Thanksgiving Secret

    Contributed by John Gaston on Nov 23, 2016
    based on 2 ratings
     | 11,228 views

    Paul lost all worldly acclaim & possessions, he was beaten and imprisoned. He had a joy that trouble or trials could not shake. How? He says, "I have learned to be content!" That was his secret: content & thankful!

    THE THANKSGIVING SECRET Philippians 4:11-13 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: SEA OF GALILEE TOURIST BOAT RIDE 1. A frugal lady was taking a tour of biblical sites. When she got to the Sea of Galilee, she saw a boat with a sign advertising, “TAKE A BOAT RIDE TO THE EXACT PLACE WHERE JESUS WALKED ON ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Your Money Or Your Life?

    Contributed by Victor Yap on Jul 9, 2015
     | 7,219 views

    Rich Young Ruler

    YOUR MONEY OR YOUR LIFE? (LUKE 18:18-27) When Abraham Liebowitz gets to school he discovers that he is the only Jewish kid in the class. But it’s a decent town and nobody really bothers him. One day the teacher asks the class Who was the greatest person who ever lived? and why? And to make it ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Free Fish Sandwiches Or The Bread Of Life Series

    Contributed by Ron Tuit on Aug 9, 2015
     | 5,791 views

    Jesus promises life in Himself by demonstrating the miracle of feeding the 5,000.

    “Free Fish Sandwiches or the Bread of Life” John 6:1-15, 26-40 John 6 includes a two day account of Jesus’ ministry. If your stomachs are empty this morning, I’m not offering free lunches today, but if your hearts and souls are empty, then God has Himself to offer you to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Drawing From Our Roots Series

    Contributed by Curry Pikkaart on Jan 27, 2015
     | 4,271 views

    Jesus' baptism was high point of His life - but it led Him straight to the desert of testing and temptation.

    “Jesus 101: Drawing From Our Roots” Luke 4:1-13 & 6:46-49 The night of my Ordination – the time at which I officially became a Minister of the Word – is still vivid in my mind. The joy, the solemnity, the anointing through laying on of hands – when the night was ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Steve Shepherd avatar

    Drink Your Own Water Series

    Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Feb 10, 2015
    based on 41 ratings
     | 19,825 views

    This whole chapter contains the wisdom of God about marriage and avoiding the adultery trap. What’s the message? 1- Drink your own water 2- Rejoice in your wife/mate 3- Consider your ways

    INTRO.- ILL.- I remember when I was only 17 or 18 years old and working as a stock clerk in a grocery store in Webb City, MO. I was stocking merchandise one day when suddenly the manager came to me and said, “Steve, follow me. I want you to witness something.” I could tell that he ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ