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  • Brady Boyd avatar

    Kingdom And Chaos - God Chooses David

    Contributed by Brady Boyd on Feb 21, 2019
     | 2,380 views

    The first time, Samuel anointed a king, he found Saul, who was the most handsome, strongest man in the nation. This time, God sends Samuel to Bethlehem, to the house of Jesse, who has eight sons.

    Kingdom and Chaos 1st Samuel 16 – God Chooses David February 24, 2019 The first time, Samuel anointed a king, he found Saul, who was the most handsome, strongest man in the nation. This time, God sends Samuel to Bethlehem, to the house of Jesse, who has eight sons. 1 Samuel 16:10-13 NIV Jesse ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Stepping Into Faith: Trusting God's Plan SermonCentral

    Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 12, 2023
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    Its only when we remove ourselves and the word 'if' from the equation, and trust God to do the impossible, that we truly step into faith. The story of David is not a question of 'if', but a testament to his faith. Are you willing to do the same?

    Introduction: Imagine a scenario where a king needed a faithful servant and had to choose between two candidates. He hired both individuals and instructed them to fill a basket with water from a nearby well. The king promised to inspect their work in the evening. One of the men became discouraged, ...read more

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    The Call Of Moses. Part One.

    Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Jan 21, 2025
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     | 265 views

    The bush that burned, but was not consumed.

    THE CALL OF MOSES. Part One. Exodus 3:1-6. EXODUS 3:1. Moses was tending the flock of his father-in-law, Jethro, and led them to new pastures on the far side of the desert, towards Mount Horeb (a.k.a. Mount Sinai). This place is also known in this verse as “the mountain of God,” and elsewhere as ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Characteristics Of A Christian

    Contributed by David Rogers on Nov 23, 2004
    based on 8 ratings
     | 2,923 views

    Examines the characteristics that a Christian should radiate in their life.

    The Characteristics of a Christian Matthew 5 verses 1-16, 38-48 I. Introduction II. This message is dealing with the inner state of the mind and a heart that is the indispensable absolute of true Christian discipleship. a. Explains the outward manifestation of character and conduct of true ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Slaying Your Giants

    Contributed by Christian Cheong on Mar 5, 2005
    based on 30 ratings
     | 4,345 views

    David was able to slain giant Goliath because he finds strength in (1) looking unto God and trusting Him, (2) recalling what God has done in the past through him.

    1 Sam 17:45 ’...but I come to you in the Name of the Lord of Hosts...’ 17:11 - King Saul and all the Israelites were dismayed and terrified. 17:16 - This go on for 40 days, every morning and night, Goliath took his stand. For more than a month, they were living in fear and weakness... They knew ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Seeking A Life Of Impact Series

    Contributed by Dave Bentley on Feb 6, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,232 views

    The Church is to IMPACT the Climate and Culture around us. We need to understand this and move out in that understanding.

    IMPACT Series Introduction Things that leave an IMPACT – • Meteors Leave Craters • Volcanoes Clear Forests and Bury Cities • Automobiles Leave Dents • Golf Clubs Leave Concussions (Why Andie doesn’t play w/ me) When Something Has Made an IMPACT You Know That ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Genesis 4 - Part 1 - How Can I Know That I Am Accepted? Series

    Contributed by Ross Cochrane on Jan 14, 2011
    based on 9 ratings
     | 5,050 views

    A woman I visited yesterday in hospital asked me "How do I know that I am ACCEPTED BY GOD?" In the OT Abel's offering was ACCEPTED and Cain's offering was not. Why?

    Genesis 4 - "HOW CAN I KNOW THAT I AM ACCEPTED?" They had behaved badly in class but they were equally disruptive in the detention room, swearing, acting tough and defying anything I said with a smart comment. Unacceptable behaviour. I have never really had a problem with anger, but the closest I ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Wicked

    Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Nov 4, 2015
     | 3,845 views

    THE WICKED

    Psalm 10 THE WICKED I. The Problem of Wickedness THE PROBLEM - vs.1-11 (a) The Wicked Seem To Doubt God - v.1,2 ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

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    Fighting With Revived Courage

    Contributed by Gregory Thomas on Feb 6, 2014
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,809 views

    Your giants appear with revived courage in moments when you are to weak to fight for yourself...

    Fighting with revived Courage 2 Samuel 21:15-22 2 Samuel 21:15 Moreover the Philistines had yet war again with Israel; and David went down, and his servants with him, and fought against the Philistines: and David waxed faint. 21:16 And Ishbibenob, which was of the sons of the giant, the weight ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Lord Walking On Water

    Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Nov 30, 2013
    based on 8 ratings
     | 8,699 views

    We at times seem like a boat tossing about on the waves of uncertainty and doubt...

    THE LORD WALKING ON WATER. John 6:16-21. The sea can be such a frightening, unpredictable element that even hardened sailors find themselves overwhelmed at times. If we enter the darkness without our Lord Jesus, this magnifies our terror. Yet when He draws near this also, inexplicably, gives ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    "Game Changer"

    Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Feb 8, 2013
     | 22,832 views

    Sermon is to encourage the hearers they can become a game changer in their own life. One who makes a difference for themselves and others.

    A Game changer is one who will steps up and makes a big Play that affect the outcome of the game. A play at a pivotal moment in a game that determines victory or defeat Game Changer: WVU Vs. Clemson University in the Orange Bowl CU trailed just 21-17, had gained 256 yards (9.1 per play) in their ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    What You Need To Know About The Bible In These Perilous Times

    Contributed by Jack Woodard on Aug 2, 2013
     | 5,955 views

    Never has there been such a lack of confidence and understanding of the Bible than there is today and never has there been a time that we need to have that confidence and understanding than we do today. This outline will help to do that.

    TITLE: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT THE BIBLE IN THESE PERILOUS TIMES TEXT: 2 TIMOTHY 3:1-17 Introduction: No person can afford to be ignorant or misinformed on what the Bible says on any subject in these perilous times we are living in. Your eternal soul and the eternal souls of others depend ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Be Very Sure

    Contributed by Michael Jakes on Aug 30, 2015
     | 6,131 views

    Being saved and sure gives peace...without assurance of salvation, the enemy will wreak havoc in our minds and hearts.

    The PROCLAMATION: I know in whom I have believed...2Ti.1:12 Being confident of this very thing...Phil.1:6 These two statements were spoken from the core of his being...he had no doubt who he was (I have believed), and who his God was(He is able; He who hath begun...will perform) His faith was ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    A Pawn For The King

    Contributed by Chris Swanson on Oct 15, 2022
     | 1,143 views

    The story of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abed-nego, three men willing to die for their True King.

    For what reason did the three men not simply bow to the statue and disclose to God that they did not mean it that way? They had decided never to revere another god, and they boldly stood firm. Accordingly, they were sentenced and driven away to be executed. They did not know whether they would be ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Defend The Faith

    Contributed by Wilson Oshorakpor on Oct 12, 2020
     | 3,193 views

    Every genuine believe is a steward of the christian faith. When men of dubious character rise to teach false doctrines, you must speak the truth and defend the faith.

    TEXT: Jude 1:3 - 4 (NLT) "Dear friends, I had been eagerly planning to write to you about the salvation we all share. But now I find that I must write about something else, urging you to defend the faith that God has entrusted once for all time to his holy people. I say this because some ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal