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  • Paul Apple avatar

    Continued Hope In God - Part 2 Series

    Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 14 ratings
     | 4,689 views

    CONTINUED HOPE IN GOD IS THE ONLY ANSWER FOR THE SOUL-SEARCHING QUESTIONS OF THE ISOLATED BELIEVER

    BIG IDEA: CONTINUED HOPE IN GOD IS THE ONLY ANSWER FOR THE SOUL-SEARCHING QUESTIONS OF THE ISOLATED BELIEVER (PART 2) INTRODUCTION: (must be read in conjunction with Psalm 42 as a unit) (Review of Questions from Psalm 42) I. (:1) QUESTION FROM THE SCOFFERS TO THE ISOLATED BELIEVER: "WHERE IS YOUR ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    The City Of God Series

    Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 27 ratings
     | 7,926 views

    THE CELEBRATION OF THE CITY OF GOD

    BIG IDEA: THE CELEBRATION OF THE CITY OF GOD I. (:1-3) WORSHIP GOD FOR HIS ENTHRONEMENT IN HIS ROYAL CITY A. Call to Worship "Great is the Lord, and greatly to be praised" B. City of God’s Enthronement "the city of our God" "His holy mountain" "Mount Zion in the far north" "beautiful in ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    The Parable Of The Pharisee And The Tax Collector

    Contributed by Chris Hodges on Jul 30, 2003
    based on 37 ratings
     | 5,210 views

    To note that God demands humility when we approach Him.

    The Parable of the Pharisee and the Tax Collector Text: Luke 18.9-14 Thesis: To note that God demands humility when we approach Him. Introduction: (1) This parable was “originally spoken for those who trusted in themselves that they were righteous and despised others” (Lightfoot 50). (2) In ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    God's Power In Your Life

    Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Apr 11, 2005
    based on 5 ratings
     | 5,090 views

    God is a powerful God, and God’s power is displayed in our lives and in our world.

    Psalm 91 “God’s Power In Your Life” INTRODUCTION Power is displayed in different ways in the world. At times the brute force of war, or violence demonstrates it. Power can also be displayed through strong convictions and lives of convictions. People such as Martin Luther, Martin Luther ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    But The Lord Stood With Me

    Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Nov 20, 2002
    based on 69 ratings
     | 13,414 views

    No matter how well-intentioned our friends may be, there will likely be times (for one reason or another) they may not be there for us in a time of crisis or need...but God will always stand with us.

    BUT THE LORD STOOD WITH ME "At my first defense no one stood with me, but all forsook me. May it not be charged against them. But the Lord stood with me and strengthened me…also I was delivered out of the mouth of the lion." II Timothy 4:16-17 I. Man is not always dependable: "…no one stood ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Envy

    Contributed by Lou Nicholes on Nov 10, 2004
    based on 25 ratings
     | 6,319 views

    Miriam and Aaron sin in their envy of Moses’ positon as leader of the Israelites

    THOUGHTS ABOUT THE PASSAGE: Dwight L. Moody once told the fable of an eagle who was envious of another that could fly better than he could. One day the bird saw a sportsman with a bow and arrow and said to him, “I wish you would bring down that eagle up there.” The man said he would if he had some ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    He's Not Heavy, He's My Brother Series

    Contributed by Jim Heidebrecht on Aug 20, 2007
    based on 3 ratings
     | 3,854 views

    Sermon # 20 in Galatains Series. Builds on previous text from sermon 19, the battle within Spirit versus Flesh, this is practical example of living "in step" with the Spirit.

    Gal 6: 1-2 INTRODUCTION PATRICK HENRY HUGHES (EXAMPLE OF BURDENS SHARED) BLIND, CRIPPLED DADS RESPONSE PATRICKS GROWTH/TALENT DADS COMMITTMENT/SACR. EACH FOCUSED ON THE OTHER GAL 6:1-2 CONT. OF LIVING IN SPIRIT PRACTICAL SITUATION I. CAUGHT IN SIN A. THE SLIP BY BELIEVER OVERTAKEN, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    There Is Pleasure In Serving The Lord

    Contributed by Jeremiah Parker on May 23, 2008
    based on 8 ratings
     | 7,332 views

    Could it be that the pursuit of pleasure is ordained of God?

    There is Pleasure in Serving the Lord! Attention: Who enjoys pain? To seek pain is an odd thing…perhaps a sign of psychosis. The pursuit of pleasure is guaranteed in our constitution as a right given to us by our Creator. If we are honest with ourselves we must admit that pleasure seeking is one ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Abound In Hope!

    Contributed by Adrian Warnock on Feb 14, 2007
    based on 20 ratings
     | 6,111 views

    Where does hope come from?

    ABOUND IN HOPE! Romans 15:13. “May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, so that by the power of the Holy Spirit you may abound in hope.” WHERE DOES HOPE COME FROM? Psalm 39:7. “And now, O Lord, for what do I wait? My hope is in you.” Ephesians 2:12. “. . . remember ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Effective Faith

    Contributed by Donald Minshew on Jul 20, 2007
     | 4,580 views

    This message examines James assertion about faith and what faith really is.

    Introduction In just a few minutes, remember the death and sacrifice of Christ. Remembrance of faith or it is not a remembrance. Same way that baptism is an expression of faith or it is not truly baptism. Last week: explanation, 2 examples and essence of faith – life of pleasing God. This theme ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    F.a.t.h.e.r

    Contributed by Jose Gomez Sr. on Jul 25, 2005
    based on 25 ratings
     | 8,379 views

    A Fathers Day message

    ?"Or what man is there among you who, if his son asks for bread, will give him a stone? ?10? Or if he asks for a fish, will he give him a serpent? ?11? If you then, ?being evil, know how to give good gifts to your children, how much more will your Father who is in heaven give good things to those ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Celebration In A Time Of Trouble

    Contributed by Gregory Thomas on Oct 30, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,475 views

    A Message that depicts our behavior during times of trouble...

    Praise With Out Purpose Celebrating in the Time of Trouble • Nebuchadnezzar dies after a 43-year reign • His son, Evil-Merodach (described in 2 Kings 25:27-30 and Jeremiah 52:31-34) rules for only two years when he is assassinated by his brother-in-law Neriglassar, because his rule was arbitrary ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Independence Day

    Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Jul 8, 2013
    based on 5 ratings
     | 16,910 views

    Freedom in America and the Liberty we have in Christ

    - Britain was the worlds superpower - Britain had the better defense and more money than America - The 13 colonies lacked a professional army or navy. - Militiamen were lightly armed, had little training If you had been a member of the Second Continental Congress in 1776, you were a rebel and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Kyle Sullivan avatar

    God Is For You! Series

    Contributed by Kyle Sullivan on Nov 10, 2014
     | 4,605 views

    Grace means God is For Us!

    Romans 8:31-39 Grace=God is for us! What Grace Means: 1) I can always count on God’s Power. Vs. 31 “What, then, shall we say in response to this? If God is for us, who can be against us?” (NIV) Truth: The power of God is so overwhelming that no enemy can stand against it! ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Cosmic War Series

    Contributed by Donald Mcculley on Jun 10, 2019
     | 2,760 views

    What should we do by way of practical duty?

    The Cosmic War Ephesians 6:10-24 Introduction: Paul carries us from profound doctrine to practical duty. David Dockery said, “Paul painted a chilling picture of the cosmic war raging between Satan and God’s people.” If we look around we can see this war escalating. We behold a-morality, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist