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  • David Leach avatar

    God Implores Us And Enables Us To Forgive – Or We Die.

    Contributed by David Leach on Jan 13, 2014
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    Mat 6:14-15 For if you forgive men their trespasses, your heavenly Father will also forgive you. But if you do not forgive men their trespasses, neither will your Father forgive your trespasses.

    God implores us and enables us to forgive – or we die Mat 6:9-13 The Lord’s Prayer:- notice the one truth re-emphasized right afterwards: In this manner, therefore, pray: Our Father in heaven, Hallowed be Your name. Your kingdom come. Your will be done On earth as it is in ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Joseph The Holy Man Series

    Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Dec 9, 2013
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    Not much is said about Joseph the husband of Mary in the Holy Bible. But the simplicity of his story in Matthew 1 can lead to some conclusions indicating that he was a man who loved God and had amazing character traits! PTL!!

    How do you react when something totally unexpected and earth shattering happens in your life? We can learn a lot from how Joseph responded to Mary’s unexpected pregnancy. Matthew 1:18-25 “This is how the birth of Jesus the Messiah came about: His mother Mary was pledged to be married ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    God Moves, We Have No Part On It

    Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Jun 21, 2013
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    To prove that we are already victorious in CHRIST JESUS.

    I. EXORDIUM: Are you victorious in CHRIST? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To prove that we are already victorious in CHRIST JESUS. IV. TEXT: Joshua 24:12 (Amplified Bible) I sent the hornet [that is, the terror of you] before you, which drove the two kings of the Amorites ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    A Godly Marriage Series

    Contributed by Paul Clemente on Jan 25, 2010
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     | 8,742 views

    Marriage is God’s idea, knows what’s best for a marriage, and so, if we are Christians and married, our goal is to have a godly marriage as indicated in Ephesians 5.

    Many of you have probably seen the commercial with a couple having a drink with their dog by their side. The conversation went something like this: The woman asked, “If you, Max our dog, and I were in a canoe and it tipped over, who would you rescue first?” The guy quickly replied, ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    The Great Payday Here

    Contributed by Thomas Bartee on Jan 24, 2011
    based on 11 ratings
     | 8,803 views

    This message will explore some of the many benefits that a person can begin enjoying immediately after trusting Christ for salvation.

    Text: Matthew 16:24-27- " Then said Jesus unto his disciples, if any man will come after me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross, and follow me. For whosoever will save his life shall lose it: and whosoever will lose his life for my sake shall find it. For what is a man profited, if he ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    "Leaning To The Wind"

    Contributed by Thomas Bartee on Feb 4, 2011
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     | 9,604 views

    This message vividly illustrates the folly of leaning too heavily on our own understanding, leaving God out of our lives.And the blessings of trusting God!

    Introduction: My sermon title is, "Leaning To The Wind." If you have your Bibles, please turn with me to the third chapter of the book of Proverbs, verses five and six. (ILL). Circuses and carnivals often have a special attraction called, "The Tight Rope Walker." A ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Pocket Full Of Rocks

    Contributed by Jerry Stepp on Jul 14, 2010
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    5 Smooth stones used facing Giants

    POCKET FULL OF ROCKS II Sam. 21:15-22; I Sam.17:40 Introduction: Ever wondered why David picked up 5 smooth stones from the Brook, I started looking into this thought a little bit more and found some enlightening things about this thought. I have found in II Samuel 21:15-22 tells of 4 more giants ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Leading From Your Strengths Series

    Contributed by Robert Leroe on Aug 16, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,664 views

    There are several observations we can make about David in this conflict

    (I attended a clergy roundtable sponsored by the Ockenga Institute of Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary where we discussed this passage, and the following sermon is more of a group effort, our collective thoughts on the various strengths David drew from) We’re quite familiar with the ...read more

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    Denomination: Congregational

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    Frogs

    Contributed by Pat Cook on Oct 2, 2010
    based on 8 ratings
     | 9,440 views

    Pharoah delayed in getting rid of the plague of frogs; we procrastinate in getting rid of sin.

    Exodus 8:1-11 – Frogs You remember George Burns, TV star of the 50’s and 60’s, one half of the comedy duo Burns and Allen, with his wife Gracie Allen. I heard a story about Mr. Burns. His friends always kidded him about his singing. Burns, a master of self-deprecating humor, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Espn

    Contributed by Ken Crow on Nov 12, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,550 views

    NEVER REHEARSE LOOSING IN YOUR MIND . ONLY PRACTICE WINNING.

    ESPN Pastor Ken Crow Romans 8:28-39 (King James Version) 28And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to his purpose. 29For whom he did foreknow, he also did predestinate to be conformed to the image of his Son, ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    A Model Of Motherhood

    Contributed by David Dewitt on Aug 31, 2009
    based on 5 ratings
     | 6,124 views

    Annual Mother’s Day message for 2009

    A Model of Motherhood Proverbs 31:10, Hebrews 11:23 May 10, 2009 Morning Message: Mother’s Day Big card with child’s printing for lettering, front had a little boy with untied shoes, a red wagon, toys strung everywhere and smudged and dirty face The caption states: Mom, I remember the little ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Facing Your Giant

    Contributed by David Henderson on Oct 8, 2009
    based on 7 ratings
     | 7,495 views

    Based on the story of David and Goliath this message focuses on step we can take to overcome fear.

    “Facing Your Giant” 1 Samuel 17 Doctors have now defined at least 322 different phobias. Here are the top nine: 9. speaking in public. 8. crowds 7. tunnels & bridges. 6. closed spaces 5. storms 4. social situations 3. water 2. heights ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    300 Trumpets !

    Contributed by Bala Samson on May 25, 2015
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     | 9,943 views

    Have you tried blowing the trumpet – I mean blowing the ‘trumpet of prayer’ when your life is in shambles? When Gideon and the 300 men blew their trumpets, God started moving on their behalf.

    Blow your trumpets! Judges 7:22”When they blew the 300 trumpets, the LORD set every man’s sword against his comrade and against all the army…..” Have you tried blowing the trumpet – I mean blowing the ‘trumpet of prayer’ when your life is in shambles? ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Fathers Be Strong And Courageous Series

    Contributed by Andrew Moffatt on Aug 30, 2013
     | 9,608 views

    Strength and Courage are two things that will help us to live an abundant life a life where the battle no longer is ours but God's. It will then be won.

    Rocking Rod Stewart sings a song to his son, in that song forever young he sings of his hopes and dreams for his boy, “ May the good Lord be with you Down every road you roam And may sunshine and happiness Surround you when you're far from home And may you grow to be proud Dignified and ...read more

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    Denomination: Salvation Army

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    The Most Mysterious Word Series

    Contributed by Jim Kilson on Nov 6, 2014
     | 5,247 views

    Part 6 of 8 in a series covering words in the Bible that are all too often overlooked or ignored.

    INTRODUCTION: When I was a kid one of my favorite shows was “Unsolved Mysteries,” cue the creepy, mysterious music! It was always my hope that one day I would be able to “solve,” a mystery. Then came my big chance, one of the episodes featured a case that was set in my home ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church