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  • Lalachan Abraham avatar

    Momentary Troubles To Eternal Majesty

    Contributed by Lalachan Abraham on Jan 2, 2013
    based on 14 ratings
     | 12,798 views

    God uses trouble to teach His children precious lessons. They are intended to educate us. When their good work is done, a glorious recompense will come to us through them. There is a sweet joy and a real value in them. He does not regard them as difficult

    Momentary troubles to Eternal majesty “For our light and momentary troubles are achieving for us a far more exceeding and eternal weight of glory.” (2 Cor. 4:17). If there is one thing that this world is not short of it is troubles and disadvantages. But turning that adversity into ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Unveiling Of The Kingdom Of God: The Beatitudes (2) Series

    Contributed by Ron Tuit on Feb 18, 2013
     | 5,153 views

    The Beatitudes are not a list of "TRY HARDER" principles, but characteristics of Children of God at work in God's Kingdom.

    The Unveiling of the Kingdom of God: The Beatitudes (2) Matthew 5:1-12 We have been looking at the Beatitudes from Matthew 5. The word, “Beatitude” is from the Latin word meaning “to bless”, and so The ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Ready To Suffer Series

    Contributed by C. Philip Green on Jul 15, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,027 views

    If we want to be ready to suffer for Christ, we must arm ourselves with His attitude, choose to abandon our sin, expect abuse, and anticipate God's approval.

    Recently, I read about a fictitious manual for Peace Corp volunteers headed for South America. It offers advice on how to handle a chance encounter with an anaconda (a large type of boa constrictor). The advice comes under the heading, “What to Do If Attacked by an Anaconda”: #1) If ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    When God Opens Hearts, And Opposition Comes Series

    Contributed by Greg Nance on Nov 14, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,530 views

    God directed Paul to Philippi to preach the gospel. Acts 16 reveals both the open hearted reception and the opposition he faced. We should expect the same when we share Christ today.

    When God opens hearts he comes into them to dwell. Acts 16 gives us the history of how the gospel was planted in Philippi, how God opened their hearts to hear and obey the good news of the gospel of Jesus Christ. This lesson continues our introduction to the letter of Philippians. Let's read ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Faith And Freedom: America's Greatness Is Established In America's Faith

    Contributed by Paul Barreca on Jun 30, 2015
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,095 views

    The rise of Christianity in the West propelled Western nations to great advances in science, economics and politics. This Christian foundation is the basis for America's freedom and greatness, and is in great danger as America turns away from God.

    This week, America celebrates 239 years of political independence. But Freedom is more threatened now than at any time since the General Howe nearly defeated Washington’s army on the shores of Long Island in 1776. Friday’s ruling by the US Supreme Court is not ultimately about ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Second Coming Of Christ - Part 1 Series

    Contributed by Rick Crandall on Aug 11, 2015
     | 10,649 views

    Sure things about the Savior's prophecy: 1. The shortness of our time in this world (vs. 1-2). 2. That we must seek spiritual truth (vs. 3-5). 3. The great blessing of salvation (vs. 6-13). 4. God's desire for us to share His gospel (vs. 14).

    The Second Coming of Christ - Part 1 Matthew 24:1-14 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - May 27, 2015 *Jesus Christ is coming again! There is no doubt about it. Here in Matthew 24, the Lord looks into the future, and He speaks about His second coming. *Some of the things Jesus says ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    God’s Survival Guide For Times Of Trial

    Contributed by Craig Condon on Aug 14, 2015
     | 4,081 views

    When we turn to Christ, especially in times of trial, we get to know God, we get a new life in Christ and we get a future in heaven.

    Have you ever had problems or trials in your lives? We often have times of trial and difficulty in life. Sometimes they are the result of things we have done, and other times they are caused by God. All of us know what it is like to be hurt. It is part of all cultures, and it can only be cured by a ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    The Big Angel With A Little Book Series

    Contributed by C. Philip Green on Aug 26, 2015
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,022 views

    In God’s Word, find sweet words in the bitter experiences of life.

    A while ago, Reader’s Digest published an article entitled, “Words I’d Like to Hear.” For example… Words I’d like to hear from my auto mechanic: “That part is much less expensive than I thought.” Or “You could get that done more cheaply at the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    Spiritual Discipline For The Race Of Life

    Contributed by Craig Condon on Sep 1, 2015
     | 5,889 views

    We must learn to lay everything aside and renew our fellowship and communion with God. We must “keep our eyes on the prize.” We must keep our eyes fixed on Christ. We must pace ourselves when we run the race of life. Only then can we survive and win.

    Have you ever struggled with your faith? Have you ever felt like giving up? If so, the writer of the Letter to the Hebrews has a word for you---don’t! Don’t give up. The road of faith has been compared to a race. The race is not a sprint. It is a marathon. At the end of the race, we ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    When Your Government Is Ungodly - Part 3 Series

    Contributed by Rick Crandall on Apr 3, 2017
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,458 views

    When your government is ungodly: 1. Stick together with God's people (vs. 23-24). 2. Seek God's help (vs. 24-31). 3. Speak the truth about Jesus (vs. 31).

    When Your Government Is Ungodly - Part 3 Acts 4:23-31 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - July 28, 2013 BACKGROUND: *Tonight we finish our study of the great miracle that took place in Acts 3. Peter and John were on their way to the Temple to pray, and they met a beggar who had been ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Stand Up For Jesus! Series

    Contributed by Rick Crandall on Apr 13, 2017
    based on 1 rating
     | 17,340 views

    Five lessons in this Scripture: 1. The courage (vs. 25-32). 2. The conflict (vs. 26-28; 33). 3. The compromise (vs. 34-40). 4. The comfort (vs. 40-41). 5. The commitment (vs. 42).

    Stand Up for Jesus! Acts 5 25-42 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - Aug. 25, 2013 *Where would we be tonight if these Christians in Acts 5 and countless other Christians had not said and done the right thing? Where would we be if they had refused to stand up for Jesus ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Shine For Jesus! Series

    Contributed by Rick Crandall on Apr 14, 2017
    based on 2 ratings
     | 15,712 views

    How can we shine for Jesus? 1. Seek to be full of faith (vs. 7-8). 2. Seek to have words of wisdom (vs. 9-11). 3. Seek faithfulness over fairness (vs. 12-14). 4. Seek a radiant relationship with Jesus Christ (vs. 15).

    Shine for Jesus! Acts 6:7-15 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - Sept. 8, 2013 *Matt Redman is one of the best-known writers of Christian music today. Shortly after the devastating terror attacks on September 11, 2001, Matt and his wife Beth co-wrote a worship song called Blessed Be ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Craig Condon avatar

    Obey God

    Contributed by Craig Condon on May 26, 2015
     | 5,511 views

    When we obey God by doing things such as loving an enemy, people will be amazed because it is not the logical thing to do. Obeying God is the Christian thing to do. When we obey God, we don't know what the result will be, but God will bless our obedience

    Acts 5:27-42 is a story about obeying God regardless of the consequences imposed by mankind. Like Peter, we as Christians are to obey the Lord rather than man in situations where the two are in conflict. For example, when obeying our political leaders would cause us to do something that goes ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    Following Jesus –the Hardest Thing To Do

    Contributed by Craig Condon on Mar 21, 2015
     | 4,870 views

    Jesus claimed that his death would draw people to God because he made the ultimate sacrifice. He gave his life for us, and that’s a powerful truth.

    Good morning boys and girls! How many of you have had to do something that wasn’t easy to do? What do you think is the hardest thing we would ever have to do? Well, one of the hardest things we have to do is to be a follower of Jesus. Following him is one of the best things we can do ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    Stone Becomes Flesh

    Contributed by Martin Ellgar on Dec 16, 2014
     | 3,860 views

    A perspective on John 10: 22-30. What did it mean for the Israelites to loose their Temple?

    John 10: 22-30 Stone Becomes Flesh We are told in our text that Jesus was present during the Feast of Dedication at Jerusalem. This is a relatively new festival added to the Jewish calendar. It celebrates the rededication of the Temple in 164 BC. The history of this festival is an important ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran