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  • Rev. Matthew Parker avatar

    How To Grow An Attitude Of Gratitude

    Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Oct 12, 2014
     | 7,860 views

    This is a Thanksgiving message that focuses on how the true worship of the living God leads to a disposition of gratitude can give us peace in all circumstances, even the worst

    What do you think might inspire an 18-year old, young woman, to write in her diary: "Sometimes when I stand in some corner of the camp, my feet planted on earth, my eyes raised towards heaven, tears run down my face, tears of deep emotion and gratitude"? This isn’t a passage from a young ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    God Is Our Strength

    Contributed by Aubrey Vaughan on Jun 29, 2006
    based on 9 ratings
     | 8,877 views

    This sermon was preached in response to the July 7th Bombings in the UK. It takes us through psalm 46.

    Psalm 46 God is our Stregnth On Saturday last week this nation (UK) ideological believed that humanity was coming of age and poverty could be made history, On Wednesday London was a sea of optimism and celebration delighting in gaining the 2012 Olympics But on Thursday another ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Grace Is The Difference

    Contributed by J Jeffrey Smead on Jun 16, 2010
    based on 83 ratings
     | 30,290 views

    During a British conference on comparative religions, experts from around the world debated what, if any, belief was unique to the Christian faith. The debate went on for some time until C. S. Lewis wandered into the room. "What is the rumpus all about

    During a British conference on comparative religions, experts from around the world debated what, if any, belief was unique to the Christian faith. They began eliminating various possibilities. Incarnation? Other religions had different versions of gods appearing in human form. ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    A Messiah Who Cares Series

    Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Nov 8, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,960 views

    More than two thousand years later Jesus is still in the healing business.

    A Messiah Who Cares Text: Matt. 15:29-31 Introduction 1. Illustration: One scholar has written that "in all three sections of the Jewish Scriptures... the image of Yahweh as healer is present as a central aspect of God's relationship to the covenant people" (Purdy, Systematic ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    The Challenge Of A Miracle

    Contributed by Malcolm Coby on Feb 22, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,836 views

    Once you receive a miracle, what is your responsibility?

    The Challenge of a Miracle (Now that I am Blessed, What’s next?) Date: Sunday, May 13, 2007 Scripture Text: Matthew 8:3-4 Background Scriptures: A. Matt. 8:13 (KJV) And Jesus said unto the centurion, Go thy way; and as thou hast believed, so be it done unto thee. And his servant was ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Story Behind The Story

    Contributed by Daniel Austin on Mar 3, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,188 views

    The truth is there is a story behind the story of the entire Bible. It is the story of God and His love and His desire for all to have salvation.

    The Story Behind The Story 10/12/08 PM Text: Various INTRODUCTION: Introduction: Last Sunday I preached a lesson drawn from a story that many are familiar with, one that I pointed out is taught beginning in the youngest of bible classes; the story of Noah. But the lesson went behind the story of ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Worship And Our Identity (Part 1 Series

    Contributed by C Vincent on Jan 31, 2010
     | 4,591 views

    THe first in a series that looks at what worship really is. This sermon goes to the beginning when God and man walked in harmony.

    Worship and Our Identity (part 1) JCC 31.01.10 am The first in a series on worship This is the second of the 4 pillars we are to build in this church Worship is a broad term we use in Church We say it but don’t really understand the full meaning behind it Some have said that it defies ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    A Faith Like Abraham Series

    Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on May 29, 2008
    based on 6 ratings
     | 9,245 views

    When we examine Abraham’s faith, we discover a model which leads us to a relationship with God.

    A Faith Like Abraham Romans 4:13-25 * The word Faith carries many different meanings. First, it means “belief in, devotion to, or trust in somebody or something and many times without logical proof.” In fact, true faith will defy logic. Faith also denotes a ‘system of religious belief or the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    "Future Tense"

    Contributed by David Henderson on Sep 21, 2013
     | 4,067 views

    All of us want to know what the future holds for us. But the Bible teaches that we walk by faith, not by sight. The future at times looks very tense, especially if we do not include God in our planning. He must be involved in every detail of life.

    “Future Tense” James 4:13-17 In the film Back to the Future, Michael Fox plays the role of a guy named Marty MacFly who suddenly is thrown back into time 30 years earlier. Because he knows what the future hold for his family he feels compelled to make sure things happen the way they ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Pontius Pilate Series

    Contributed by Davon Huss on Mar 20, 2016
     | 11,330 views

    What can we learn from Pontius Pilate? (Material adapted from Steven J. Cole at: https://bible.org/seriespage/lesson-106-condemned-or-set-free-luke-2313-25)

    HoHum: A Sunday school teacher asked her students to draw a picture of Jesus' family. After collecting the drawings, she noticed that one little boy's drawing depicted an airplane with four heads sticking out of the windows. "I see you drew three heads to show Joseph, Mary and Jesus," she said to ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    "faith Starts In The Darkness"

    Contributed by Ken Sauer on Mar 4, 2020
    based on 5 ratings
     | 51,309 views

    A sermon about being born again.

    “Faith Starts in the Darkness” John 3:1-21 The first Apartment I lived in after college was in a really old building. It was one room plus a bathroom. The refrigerator was in a closet. I slept on my boss’s army cot. One night, after I had turned out the lights and gotten into bed… …I ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Hosanna In The Midst Of A Pandemic

    Contributed by Ezekiel Ette on Apr 7, 2020
    based on 1 rating
     | 9,997 views

    The world is in a locked down mode this Palm Sunday. Streets are empty and businesses are closed. We are told to stay home and if we must venture out, to avoid touching our face and to wear mask to avoid spreading the deadly Corona Virus.

    Palm Sunday “HOSANNA” IN THE MIDST OF A PANDEMIC Ezekiel Ette, Ph.D. (Matt 21 : 1 – 11) As they approached Jerusalem and came to Bethphage on the Mount of Olives, Jesus sent two disciples, 2 saying to them, “Go to the village ahead of you, and at once you will find a donkey tied there, with her ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    David: The Giant Killer Series

    Contributed by Rick Burdette on Jun 3, 2019
     | 5,997 views

    1 Samuel 17:45-50

    SUPER MEN - David: The Giant Killer July 31, 2024 1 Samuel 17:45-50 Introduction: When I was growing up my brother Sam and I would be glued to the TV set every Sunday afternoon at 1:30…Why? It was time for Ohio Valley Wrestling…We cheered, booed and sometimes got in trouble ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Who Made Who

    Contributed by Jeff Hatos on Jun 6, 2019
     | 3,624 views

    What does the Bible tell us about God and His Creation and how have people tried to change that view?

    Who Made Who Isaiah 43:7 Even every one that is called by My name: for I have created him for My glory, I have formed him; yea, I have made him. “Who made who, who made you? Who made who, ain't nobody told you? Who made who, who made you? If you made them and they made you who picked ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    "martha, The Energizer Bunny"

    Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Jul 18, 2019
     | 5,350 views

    Martha's help bounce babies, keep the church budget balance, paint walls and organize closets. The story is about discipleship for men and "women". thoughts from Jesus Thorugh Middle Eastr Eyes Keny Baliey, and The Jesus I never Knew by Philip Yancy

    In Jesus Holy Name July 21, 2019 Text: Luke 10:38-39 Redeemer “Martha, The Energizer Bunny” Martha’s are the energizer bunnies of the church. They keep going and going and going. They store strength like a camel stores water. Because of Martha’s, the church budget gets balanced, the ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran