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    Revival In Unity

    Contributed by C Vincent on Feb 28, 2009
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     | 7,341 views

    Looking at how the Holy Spirit alone can bring real unity to the church which then results in revival

    Eph 4:2-3 NKJV ..with all lowliness and gentleness, with longsuffering, bearing with one another in love, 3endeavoring to keep the unity of the Spirit in the bond of peace. Because of sin the unity between man and God was broken Salvation re-unites us to God, and also to each other in one purpose ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Dream Keepers

    Contributed by Scott Bradford on Mar 19, 2007
    based on 7 ratings
     | 4,315 views

    This sermon is about seeing the dreams and visions that God gives us, and then following His voice.

    I. (1) "For one man he was roller skating out of control on the main floor of Neiman-Marcus, a verocious tiger in hot pursuit. A woman stood astonished as her boss demanded that the office floor be painted in multicolors, immediately! Riding a horse in the country, another fellow suddenly found it ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    I'll Fly Away

    Contributed by Wayne Lawson on Jun 17, 2010
    based on 18 ratings
     | 35,102 views

    I often wondered, especially in times like these, why would the author use the word ‘GLAD’ when referring to this earthly life being over? Can we find a sense of Gladness even when a life has been cut so short and abruptly?

    Dr. Wayne A. Lawson Perfected Praise Worship Center – OKC www.perfectedpraisewc.org Preached at Funeral – June 16, 2010 (Sermon adapted and revised from Rev. Bruce Ball’s 2006 sermon) TITLE: I’LL FLY AWAY SCRIPTURE: II TIMOTHY 4:6-8 / I CORINTHIANS 15:54 Today we are ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    "The Good Life"

    Contributed by Ken Sauer on Apr 21, 2010
    based on 9 ratings
     | 11,816 views

    I think it’s safe to say that we are all searching for the "good life." Sadly it is very illusive. it may sound a bit too simple, but the answer is love God, other persons and follow Christ.

    Acts 9:36-43 “The Good Life” By: Ken Sauer, Pastor of East Ridge United Methodist Church, Chattanooga, TN Urgently, incessantly Jesus drew people to God. “Seek first the kingdom and righteousness of God,” He said. For this we were made. Nothing else satisfies the longing of our ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Our Quiet Time Of Rest And Relaxation Series

    Contributed by Dan Proctor on Jan 15, 2013
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     | 4,366 views

    When the Bible talks about having a heart of peace, it is speaking of our inner and emotional state. We are learning about peacemakers of the heart that will provide us with a solid root system to stabilize us during the storms of life. The first peacemak

    Peacemakers of the Heart “Our Quiet Time of Rest and Relaxation” Introduction: 1. A life of inner peace must be pursued. It does not happen by accident. It happens at the root level of your inner spirit. Philippians 4:6-7 (“hearts and minds”) 2. Why does the mighty oak ...read more

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    Denomination: Bible Church

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    Our Quiet Time Of Rest And Relaxation Series

    Contributed by Dan Proctor on Jan 17, 2013
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    The first peacemaker was our quiet time with God. Now let’s consider the second peacemaker – our quiet time of rest and relaxation.

    Peacemakers of the Heart “Our Quiet Time of Rest and Relaxation” Introduction: 1. A life of inner peace must be pursued. It does not happen by accident. It happens at the root level of your inner spirit. Philippians 4:6-7 (“hearts and minds”) 2. Why does the mighty oak ...read more

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    Denomination: Bible Church

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    Becoming A Peacemaker In The Local Church Series

    Contributed by Dan Proctor on Jan 31, 2013
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    The Bible teaches that when a member of the church errs in doctrine or conduct, the other members should hold him accountable and seek to restore him.

    Becoming a Peacemaker in the Local Church Introduction: 1. The words “disciple” and “discipline” come from the same root word which has to do with education or learning. 2. The church should be a place where learning is taking place so that believers can, in turn, become ...read more

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    Denomination: Bible Church

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    The Power Of Contrast Series

    Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Jan 25, 2016
     | 5,394 views

    There is nothing like a contrast to make the point; Jesus used the idea of contrast to highlight Who He is, and to distinguish external religion from true devotion.

    The Power of Contrast (Mark 12:35-44) 1. Illustration … a few years ago,. Trying to tell someone about the Windfarm on I-65 in NW Indiana. This person had never seen the big windmills, and was thinking of a place with 3 tiny windmills on US 31.. or the types farmers use to pump water in ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Blow The Shofar! Series

    Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Aug 15, 2016
     | 6,073 views

    The Feast of Tabernacles reminds us of the blessings that come from aligning ourselves with God, and the losses we experience but stubbornly resisting Him.

    Blow the Shofar! (Psalm 81) 1. Pride begets bragging, whether about ourselves, our family, or our nation. 2. Amir: You Americans are always boasting how Paul Bunyan was the greatest lumberjack ever, but we Moroccans know that Ibrim Hassan was the world's greatest lumberjack. Fred: I never heard ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Christian Training

    Contributed by Michael Fredette on Nov 3, 2014
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,358 views

    In this message we use 1 Corinthians 9:24 as the basis to be ready for what life with bring .Proper preparation through a relationship with Christ is the only way to be truly ready .

    No one becomes a doctor without an extensive education and thorough training. But still even after all that education and training no one really wants to be that doctor’s first patient. Imagine going to a doctor for an operation and the doctor says I’ll see you first thing Monday ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Love One Another As I Have Loved You

    Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on May 9, 2015
     | 3,928 views

    Society is upside down like a spacecraft in the water, but the Holy Spirit has a way to right it.

    6th Sunday of Easter 2015 To Mom Some of you are old enough to remember the first American flights into earth orbit and toward moon landings, and you remember the first manned spacecraft. They looked a little like this chemical reaction flask (show Erlenmeyer flask). They had slightly curved ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

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    Danger Of Wealth Series

    Contributed by Bobby Stults on Nov 8, 2013
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,152 views

    James teaches on the dangers of riches and material possessions...BUT focuses on the attitude of the possessor!

    Taught at Oak Park Baptist Church Wednesday, November 6, 2013 - 6pm These six (6) verses are NOT a rant against wealth or any specific wealthy people, but what we find James doing here is making a proclamation... In v1 we find James proclaiming directly AT the rich believers ABOUT their wealth! ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Our Rock!

    Contributed by Samuel Fulkerson on Nov 8, 2013
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,798 views

    Our Rock is not their rock; Our God is not their god; Our Faith is not their faith.

    Quotes Song: Father Abraham had many sons; Many sons had Father Abraham; I am one of them and so are you; So let's all praise the Lord. .. -Kids Song "Let’s have faith that right makes might; and in that faith let us, to the end, dare to do our duty as we understand it." - Abraham ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    A Pattern For Prayer Part I

    Contributed by Martin Wiles on Oct 20, 2010
    based on 3 ratings
     | 2,284 views

    Prayers that honor God not only reverence his name but also recognize his program and plan.

    A Pattern For Prayer Part I Matthew 6:9-15 INTRODUCTION A. Charles H. Spurgeon, great English Baptist pastor, said, “A prayerless church member is a hindrance, he is in the body like a rotting bone, or a decayed tooth, and, ere long, since he does not contribute to the benefit of his ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Godly Protection In An Idolatrous Civilization Series

    Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Aug 13, 2024
     | 468 views

    Even when humanity rebels, we still see a wonderful example of God's grace shown to His servants. Acts shows us again and again, and here in Ephesus it becomes very evident.

    To the Ends of the Earth, Part 30 Godly protection in an idolatrous civilization Acts 19:21-41 Introduction - Welcome to Seasons Church & 2024 sermon series, “To the Ends of the Earth” -- Last week, we unpacked what the bible teaches about Salvation and Revival -- These are more than ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational