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  • Curtis Kittrell avatar

    Mercy-The Way To Happiness Series

    Contributed by Curtis Kittrell on Aug 19, 2003
    based on 42 ratings
     | 5,776 views

    John Wesley visited General Oglethorpe when he was governor of the colony of Georgia. The general mentioned an incident involving a man who had angered him and remarked, "I shall never forgive him!" Wesley answered, "Then I hope, sir, you never sin."

    Mercy-The Way to Happiness Text: "Blessed are the merciful: for they shall obtain mercy" (Matt. 5:7). Scripture Reading: Matthew 5:1-7 Introduction John Wesley visited General Oglethorpe when he was governor of the colony of Georgia. The general mentioned an incident involving a man who had ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    How God Answers Prayers

    Contributed by Chris Hodges on Jul 28, 2003
    based on 230 ratings
     | 25,564 views

    To prove that God hears and answers the Christian’s prayers.

    HOW GOD ANSWERS PRAYERS Text: Matt. 7.7-11 Thesis: To prove that God hears and answers the Christian’s prayers. Introduction: (1) Prayer is one of the most lacking practices of a Christian. (a) Typically, we pray before meals and when we are called upon to pray. (b) Sometimes, we pray when ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Genesis Sermon 6: The Sixth Day

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Nov 20, 2002
    based on 37 ratings
     | 2,086 views

    This is a sermon about the creation story.

    A. INTRODUCTION "And God said, Let us make man in our image, after our likeness: and let them have dominion over the fish of the sea, and over the fowl of the air, and over the cattle, and over all the earth, and over every creeping thing that creepeth upon the earth. So God created man in his own ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Walking Through The Door Of Faith

    Contributed by Greg Waddell on Nov 30, 2002
    based on 71 ratings
     | 3,830 views

    The process by which truth can become a life-transforming power.

    (The Bible reading can include vv. 28-59) Introduction: A. Jesus is calling us to be His disciples. This calling includes a new commitment to the TRUTH. B. Three important questions: 1. What is the truth? 2. Where can I find the truth? 3. What do I do with it, once I find it? C. ILL: A ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    02 Continual Trust Series

    Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Jan 28, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 2,845 views

    ❶ World Panic ❷ Controlling Panic ❸ Defeating Panic ❹ Panic Free

    Luke 21:7KJV 7 And they asked him, saying, Master, but when shall these things be? and what sign will there be when these things shall come to pass? Luke 21:26KJV 26 Men’s hearts failing them for fear, and for looking after those things which are coming on the earth: for the powers of heaven shall ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Last Raps Series

    Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Oct 8, 2018
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,183 views

    As he concludes his letter, the writer to the Hebrews reminds us to give special care to three relationships in our spiritual lives.

    Last Raps (Hebrews 13:7-23) 1. A game warden catches an unlicensed fisherman in the act. "You're going to pay a big fine for all those fish in your bucket" But, officer, I didn't catch these -- they are my pet fish and I just bring them here to swim. When they're done they jump back into the ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    The Eighth Commandment Lesson 8 Series

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Oct 18, 2018
     | 2,916 views

    Eighth Commandment

    EIGHTH COMMANDMENT “Thou shalt not steal” (Ex. 20:15). “To the rich young ruler, ‘I said . . . you shall not steal” (Matthew 19:18). “I wrote through Paul, “You know the commandment, ‘You shall not steal’” (Rom. 13:9). A. INTRODUCTION: HOW TO GET STUFF 1. How do I want you to get STUFF ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Trust

    Contributed by Jimmy Haile on Feb 19, 2012
    based on 1 rating
     | 17,876 views

    We all find ourselves having to trust people everyday, but do we trust God?

    Proverbs 3:5-6-Trust in the Lord with all your heart, And lean not on your own understanding; In all your ways acknowledge Him, And He shall direct your paths. Two partners from a small law firm were having lunch when suddenly one of them looked alarmed. He announced, "I have to go back to the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    God Goes To Court Series

    Contributed by Rob Hall on Nov 20, 2012
    based on 3 ratings
     | 7,292 views

    This Psalm gives us a picture of some things that God looks at among His people

    GOD GOES TO COURT Text: Ps. 50 Intro: 1. One place I am very uncomfortable with is a courtroom. 2. I've been called to jury duty a couple of times and it just gives a weird feeling in my stomach to be there. 3. Can you imagine being called into God's courtroom? 4. The Psalmist introduces the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Integrity Series

    Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Apr 30, 2012
    based on 4 ratings
     | 12,657 views

    Integrity is a quality closely associated with wisdom, righteous living, and character. People of integrity are good ambassadors for our Lord!

    Integrity (Proverbs 20: 9-14) 1. One gals tells this story: It was a sunny Saturday afternoon in Oklahoma City. My friend, a proud father named Bobby, was taking his two little boys to play miniature golf. He walked up to the fellow at the ticket counter and said, "How much is it to get in?" The ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    God's Holy Spirit And Change

    Contributed by Keith Peters on Jul 6, 2011
     | 4,956 views

    It is the Holy Spirit of God who is God's agent for changing us into the image of His Son.

    God’s Change Agent 2 Corinthians 3 “Now the Lord is that Spirit: and where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is liberty. But we all, with open face beholding as in a glass the glory of the Lord, are changed into the same image from glory to glory, even as by the Spirit of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Let Your Light Shine

    Contributed by Daniel Austin on Sep 9, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 8,183 views

    Acts 13:47 “For so the Lord has commanded us, ‘I have placed You as a light for the Gentiles, That You may bring salvation to the end of the earth.’” Let your light Shine

    Let Your Light Shine 12/13/09 PM Text: Matthew 5:14-16 INTRODUCTION There are many lessons in which we examine what is necessary to become a Christian, the Gospel of Jesus, the lessons of God’s grace and His salvation. This is considered the work of Christ’s Church, to preach and teach ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Forgiveness Series

    Contributed by Dr. Madana Kumar, Phd on Apr 28, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,176 views

    The act which is mentioned in such a matter of fact manner in the gospel of Luke is the ultimate act of forgiveness

    Father, Forgive them for they do not know what they do!! (Luke 23:34) A simple, matter of fact statement made in the gospel of Luke is actually the ultimate act of forgiveness. We know the story, so I won’t repeat the story. But let us look at the concept of forgiveness in brief, based on ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Staying Connected

    Contributed by Charles Mallory on Apr 29, 2009
    based on 6 ratings
     | 6,855 views

    Jesus says that it is not our "religious activity" that produces fruit, but our relationship with Him.

    I THINK MOST OF US WOULD AGREE THAT MINISTRY IS A VERY REWARDING PART OF OUR LIVES. ALL OF US “ADD TO” AND “ASSIST WITH” THE CHAPEL’S MINISTRY IN SOME FORM OR FASHION. HOWEVER, WHERE WE DIFFER IN OUR INVOLVEMENT RELATES TO WHY WE CHOOSE TO DO ALL THESE THINGS. FOR MOST, WE DO IT TO FURTHER THE ...read more

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    Denomination: Free Methodist

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    Matthew 5 - Part 3 - Good Grief! Series

    Contributed by Ross Cochrane on Dec 21, 2009
    based on 8 ratings
     | 5,146 views

    A book I read once was called "Good Grief" and it said that something good can come from losing a loved one. Jesus said to His disciples on the mountain,"Blessed are those who mourn for they shall be comforted". Why did Jesus teach this to His Disciples?

    22/12/09 Pastorross | public entry | tags: , Good grief, Mourning, Repentance, Matthew 5, Sin | report Matthew 5 - Part 3 - Good Grief! I once read a counselling book about helping those who have suffered the loss of a loved one. The book was called "Good Grief" and it said that something good ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational