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  • Steve Ely avatar

    Ichoose To Stand Series

    Contributed by Steve Ely on Nov 27, 2008
    based on 24 ratings
     | 14,823 views

    Choosing may be the greatest power and privilege that we have as humans. The power of choice separates us from the angels and animals. We are faced with multiplied thousands of choices during the course of our life. We are faced with easy choices, silly

    iChoose Pt. 4 – iChoose To Stand I. Introduction Our lives are marked by the choices we make. In a typical day, there are so many small choices that must be made. I chose to get up when the alarm went off. I chose to take a shower and fix my hair. I chose to wear clothes. I chose what ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Strength To Do The Impossible

    Contributed by Gene Gregory on Aug 6, 2007
    based on 13 ratings
     | 21,471 views

    A look at the work of the Holy Spirit in our lives to empower us to accomplish the Great Commission. There is a long introduction. The primary passage is not introduced till nearly 1/2 through the message. Expanded outline.

    THE STRENGTH TO DO THE IMPOSSIBLE - Matthew 28:16-20 > Matthew 28:19 Go, therefore, and make disciples of all nations, Jesus has been crucified. He has been buried and risen again. He has visited with His disciples and taught them. Over 500 people have seen Him. Now, Jesus is about to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    What The Bible Says About Itself Series

    Contributed by John Lowe on Jun 30, 2012
     | 8,564 views

    In recent years there has been considerable division among Christians of all denominations in regard to the Bible and its contents. Some claim that only parts are inspired. Some declare that only its thoughts are inspired, but not its language. I have

    Title: What the Bible Says About Itself Text: For the word of God is living and active, sharper than any two-edged sword, piercing to the division of soul and spirit, of joints and marrow, and discerning the thoughts and intentions of the heart. (Hebrews 4:12; RSV) Scripture reading: Hebrews ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Baking Bigger Cakes - Wealth Creation The Wesley Way Series

    Contributed by Fr Mund Cargill Thompson on May 10, 2011
    based on 7 ratings
     | 9,764 views

    Some Christians say "it is a sin to be poor". Some say "it is a sin to be rich" What should our attitude to earning money be?

    “The only time you ever preach about money is when you are talking about tithing” - When somebody said that to me several months ago it hit home. Of course as a Christian Priest, I preach about Christian giving. You wouldn’t expect otherwise. And people clearly listen to those ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    Trending Toward Terrorism

    Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Jul 26, 2016
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,558 views

    In the last few months, we have watched horrific terrorists attacks take place in Europe and on American soil.

    Trending Toward Terrorism (Inspired by article in Prophecy In The News (Jan. 2016) by Dr. Kevin Clarkson) 1/13/16 CFBC Chester, IL Dr. Mike Fogerson, Speaker Introduction: A In the last few months, we have watched horrific terrorists attacks take place in Europe and on American soil. 1 In Paris, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Rodney V Johnson avatar

    Choose The Right Race Series

    Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Feb 1, 2016
     | 10,197 views

    Part 3 of this series focuses on the race we are to run individually as taken from 1 Corinthians 9:26.

    Choices – Part 3 Choose The Right Race Scriptures: 1 Corinthians 9:24-27; Luke 8:22-25 Introduction This is part three of my series “Choices.” I’ve titled this message “Choose the Right Race.” Our foundational Scripture from 1 Corinthians 9:24-27 says, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Please Build, Not Tear Down!

    Contributed by David Simpson on Feb 15, 2018
     | 8,098 views

    Negativity and criticism permeates our society, workplace, churches and homes. Use the power of the tongue to build up, not tear down, because the consequences of negativity are severe.

    Sermon Lanier Christian Church February 11, 2018 David Simpson Please Build, Not Tear Down! Numbers 13:30-32; 1 Thessalonians 5:11 I grew up in church; And part of my childhood involved learning countless children’s songs. One of the popular ones was: (VS 1) Oh, be careful little ears, ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    Don't Bring A Rubber Knife To A Gun Fight

    Contributed by Steve Kinnard on Apr 25, 2017
     | 5,366 views

    Christian Armor

    Don’t bring a rubber knife to a gunfight (Eph.6:10-18) Illustration: My life fell apart in the summer of ‘68. One minute I was the happiest man in the world then wham! It was all over. My countenance changed from a look of total contentment into one filled with agony and anguish. Here I was living ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    A Tale Of Kings

    Contributed by Steve Kinnard on Apr 26, 2017
     | 3,139 views

    A sermon about kings

    A Tale of Kings (Prov18:12) Illus: KING OF THE JUNGLE I like the story of the arrogant, prideful lion, who wanted to remind other animals how great he was. He went to the gazelle and roared, "Who is the king of the jungle?" Trembling, the gazelle answered, "Why, you are, mighty lion." He ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Envy Series

    Contributed by Jason Pettibone on May 3, 2018
     | 8,621 views

    Envy - the sin we cannot enjoy

    Deadly Sins and Transforming Virtues Series - 5 ENVY One author writes of a friend who was happily married, had a good job and a respectable salary, and who lived in a nice home. His kids where doing well in great schools. He enjoyed the company of a circle of good friends. Then . . . he went ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Where Are Your Passions? Series

    Contributed by Paul Barreca on Mar 6, 2014
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,852 views

    We can have victory because God is greater than the temptation that comes our way, God has determined that we will ultimately gain victory over sin, and He is FOR US in this current struggle.

    Why do I sin? In a lovers dispute in Alaska, 28 year old Gordon Druck, was charged with misdemeanor assault and second-degree felony burglary for allegedly pushing his girlfriend to the ground and later breaking into the village school where she was hiding from him. He told troopers “I ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    How To Respond When The Enemy Attacks Series

    Contributed by Kevin L. Jones on Nov 16, 2013
    based on 10 ratings
     | 33,330 views

    A sermon examining the greatest prayer recorded in the Bible. sponse in times of trouble.

    How To Respond When The Enemy Attacks Psalm 62:1-7 Two weeks ago we saw the largest terror attack on US soil since September 11th 2001. A man who swore allegiance to ISIS walked into a nightclub and killed 49 people while wounding 53 others. Since that day our leaders have seemed to focus on ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Who Do You Think You Are?

    Contributed by Derrick Tuper on May 16, 2013
     | 5,936 views

    Jesus had been spending some time trying to show the religious leaders who he was. Everyone must answer the question for themselves-who is Jesus?

    “WHO DO YOU THINK YOU ARE?” John 8:48-59 1) Who did the Jews think Jesus was? • Someone who was demon-possessed (vs. 48). The Jews were responding to all the things Jesus was telling them in the previous passage. Unfortunately, instead of being humble and accepting that they weren’t what they ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Hope For A Better Life Series

    Contributed by Charles Forshee on Aug 17, 2013
     | 6,491 views

    Messages to improve our lives.

    "Getting MORE out of Life" "HOPE for a Better Life" Open your Bibles to 1 Peter 3 this morning.... ...and while you're turning there.....I want to quote a Very Familiar Verse in John 10 Jesus said in John 10:10 The thief cometh not, but for to steal, and to kill, and to destroy: I ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    I Pinky Swear Series

    Contributed by Larry Turner on Nov 13, 2014
    based on 1 rating
     | 9,426 views

    To often we take vows, pledges and promises way to lightly. We are assured that God doesn't.

    A businessman was traveling on a plane for the first time. He had always been terrified of flying but his next appointment required him to do so. The flight was going well when suddenly the plane shuddered. The pilot came over the intercom and announced that the engines on the right side had ...read more

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    Denomination: Foursquare