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  • Paul Barreca avatar

    Job - Example Of A Godly Father

    Contributed by Paul Barreca on Jun 17, 2012
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    When we think of Job, we think of TRIALS. But there is another lesson that we learn from JOB. Job is an example of a godly father that courageously led his family.

    Today for Father’s Day I would like to take a look at a Bible Character that we don’t usually associate with fatherhood. We will take a look this morning at JOB. When we think of Job, we think of TRIALS. We study JOB to learn how to overcome our trials. But there is another lesson ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Temptation Tricks - Temptation Island - Part 1 Series

    Contributed by Steve Ely on Jun 28, 2012
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     | 5,660 views

    Temptation, although common, still isolates and seperates us from others. How should we deal with tempation so that we can survive Temptation Island?

    Temptation Island
Pt. 1 – Temptation Tricks I. Introduction Temptation is one of those things that we keep on the low down. We don’t openly discuss it. We know that all of us are dealing with it, faced with it, and fight it but we don’t discuss it, dissect it, and deal with it. We laugh ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    "The Fall; The Grace; The Love"

    Contributed by Ken Sauer on Sep 21, 2013
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    A sermon about sin, and God's love and mercy.

    "The Fall; The Grace; The Love" Genesis 3:1-24 Romans 8:1, 28, 31-32, 35, 37-39 (After Reading the Scripture show clip from The Twilight Zone: The Howling Man 19:22-21:51) "I didn't believe you." "I saw him and didn't recognize him." "That is man's weakness and Satan's strength." In 2 ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Dealing With Doubt Series

    Contributed by Landon Winstead on Dec 31, 2013
     | 5,601 views

    Just because we doubt doesn't mean we don't have faith.

    Now Thomas (also known as Didymus), one of the Twelve, was not with the disciples when Jesus came. So the other disciples told him, “We have seen the Lord!” But he said to them, “Unless I see the nail marks in his hands and put my finger where the nails were, and put my hand into ...read more

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    Denomination: Disciples Of Christ

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    Don't Worry! Be Happy!!

    Contributed by Casey Campbell on Feb 11, 2013
     | 3,829 views

    One of the greatest indictments against modern evangelical Christians today, is that we are like a bunch of grumpy old men; marked by pessimism and more interested in pushing political agendas and in winning intellectual arguments than in offering a unive

    One of the greatest indictments against modern evangelical Christians today, is that we are like a bunch of grumpy old men; marked by pessimism and more interested in pushing political agendas and in winning intellectual arguments than in offering a universal vision of hope and working to change ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Stephen: The First Martyr Series

    Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Jan 23, 2013
     | 8,338 views

    Stephen brings up eight charges against his accusers. His sermon was what ultimately led to his death.

    Last time we saw that Stephen was seized and dragged before the Sanhedrin and put on trial. We closed chapter 6 seeing a heavenly glow showing from Stephen’s face, indicating that God’s presence was there. Tonight we begin a very long chapter 7 and we look a little closer at ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Dealing With Anger

    Contributed by Jay Bunting on Feb 10, 2011
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     | 6,546 views

    This sermon tells how a Christian and the church should deal with anger

    6th epiphany 2011 Matthew 5:21-37 Dealing with Anger We can do some crazy things when we allow our anger to take hold of us. Have you done things while you were angry that you wish you could take back? Anger can be one of the most destructive things in our life, especially if it is anger that is ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    The Spirit Filled Life Part Three

    Contributed by Martin Wiles on Sep 8, 2010
     | 2,727 views

    This sermon examines the fruit of faithfulness, gentleness and self control.

    THE SPIRIT-FILLED LIFE PART III GALATIANS 5:22,23 INTRODUCTION By now we know that physical and spiritual fruit is very important to our well-being. Doctors are discovering more and more that fruit should be part of our diet if the diet is to be a healthy one. The Food Guide Pyramid bears out the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Childlike Not Childish

    Contributed by J Jeffrey Smead on Dec 1, 2011
    based on 266 ratings
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    Remember Jesus words to us: Unless you become as a child again, you will not inherit the kingdom of heaven! Our Lord does not mean there is anything wrong with maturing in growing up. There is a big difference between being child-like and childish.

    For those not familiar with an Anglican Service; there are four Scripture Readings before the Sermon. The Scripture Readings for this day were: Isaiah 40:1-11; Psalm 85:1-2,8-13; 2 Peter 3:8-15 and Mark 1:1-8. An elderly widow decided it was too much trouble to get all of her children and ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    Messianic Prophecies

    Contributed by Douglas Turner on Jan 6, 2009
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     | 6,934 views

    i. There are two prophecies regarding the King of Kings in just two verses. In verse 9 we have a prediction of the First Appearance of Jesus Christ, and beginning in verse 10 we have a prophecy regarding the Return of Jesus Christ.

    1. A Prophecy Regarding the Coming of an Earthly King a. The Destruction of Phoenicia, Syria, and Philistia i. Our text begins today with an “oracle” or a “burden” describing the Lord’s judgment on Syria, Phoenicia, and Philistia, the traditional enemies of Israel. ii. Most evangelical scholars ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Spiritual Growth Or Bust

    Contributed by John Gaston on Dec 15, 2016
     | 6,947 views

    Spiritual growth is not optional. Jesus never criticized too much faith, but too little. Sin is increasing; to compete we must increase. Our area of activity (evangelism) should be increasing! "Your faith is growing more and more!" 2 Th. 1:3. Let's grow!

    “SPIRITUAL GROWTH OR BUST” INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. I had a wedding last week & one this week, so a little wedding humor seems in order. 2. It was the day Victoria had been waiting for – her wedding day. Her father was a wealthy businessman. 3. At the culmination of the wedding, her father ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Holy Family Flight

    Contributed by Kerry Haynes on Dec 31, 2016
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     | 9,470 views

    The story of the three wise men and the Holy Family's flight to Egypt shows God's tender care for every detail of our lives. We need to stay under God’s protection, count on God’s provision. and watch for God’s plan.

    Matthew 2:1-15 Holy Family Flight Have you ever wondered what God was up to? Or whether he would help you? Or when he would answer your prayers? If so, then today’s story is for you. I love the wise men of Christmas. Don’t you? These mysterious travelers from afar, representing a whole world in ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Know The Difference Between Law & Gospel Series

    Contributed by Daniel Habben on Jun 25, 2017
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     | 6,254 views

    The first in a series celebrating the 500th anniversary of the Reformation. Lean the importance of distinguishing between the two main teachings of the Bible: law and gospel.

    If you wake up in the middle of the night with a sore throat, do you reach for the After Bite cream? No, you find a throat lozenge. If your head hurts, do you gargle with salt water? No, you take aspirin. If your stomach is upset, do apply Vicks VapoRub to your belly? No, you gulp Pepto-Bismol. ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    The S Word Series

    Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Feb 2, 2018
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     | 6,108 views

    In order to grow in Christ to reach our full potential, we must admit our sinfulness.

    That S Word Romans (Various) February 4, 2018 Today we’re going to talk about a 3 letter word that nobody really likes to talk about in church. It makes us uncomfortable, it makes us squirm in our seats and we really want to hold our ears so we don’t have to listen to what’s being said. You ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jeffery Anselmi avatar

    The Story Of The Man Born Blind- A Journey Of Faith Series

    Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Mar 9, 2018
    based on 1 rating
     | 15,523 views

    The man born blind will see his life change when he encounters Jesus!

    INTRODUCTION " SLIDE #1 " Have you ever thought that life had dealt you a bad hand? I mean it seems like you can never get ahead, that you have allowed your past to haunt you to this day? " When we feel like life has somehow cheated us, it is so easy to turn away and blame God for what has ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ