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  • Howard Strickland avatar

    To Really Gaze.

    Contributed by Howard Strickland on Mar 20, 2023
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    To Gaze, is to look at something or someone for a long time, especially in surprise or admiration. When is the last time you have gazed? Gazed at the lasting-results of Jesus?

    To Really Gaze. Colossians 3:14-17NIV To Gaze, is to look at something or someone for a long time, especially in surprise or admiration. When is the last time you have gazed? Gazed at the lasting-results of Jesus? Gazed into God’s words? Gazed into the peace of Christ? Gazed into redemption? ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Easter Life Song

    Contributed by Derek Geldart on Feb 24, 2020
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     | 4,206 views

    The following sermon is going to review the resurrection of Christ and in doing so invite you to think about what kind of “life song” you are currently singing!

    His Song for us to Sing Luke 24:1-12 Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/?page_id=3567 The songs that we sing often speak volumes about our character. Music is powerful for the melody and words not only pull at our emotions but can transport us back in time to experience both ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Wake Up And Enjoy Life! Series

    Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Aug 3, 2023
     | 2,083 views

    This sermon focus on the Church of Sardis - it's hope and renewal in walking up and strengthening what it already possessed.

    Scripture: Revelation 3:1-6; John 11:38-44 Theme: Wake Up and Enjoy Life INTRO: Grace and peace from the God the Father, Son and Holy Spirit! Did you know that last year (2022) over three million people died in the United States? Did you know that last year (2022) over 69 million people ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    The Gifts Of Christmas: Peace Series

    Contributed by Scott Bayles on Dec 14, 2022
     | 5,288 views

    This Christmas celebrate with us as we unwrap the gifts of Christmas. Each week we'll unwrap something special: hope, love, joy and peace.

    The Gifts of Christmas: Peace Scott Bayles, pastor Blooming Grove Christian Church: 12/25/2016 Good morning everyone, welcome to the Grove and Merry Christmas. I’d like to thank each of you for spending Christmas morning with us here at the Grove. We often talk about the importance of keeping ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    Life & Death

    Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Nov 3, 2015
     | 4,041 views

    Life & Death

    Numbers 23 v 1 - 12 Life & Death 1. Balaam's Danger He was A Sought Man Num. 22:7 And the elders of Moab and the elders of Midian departed with the rewards of divination in their hand; and they came unto Balaam, and ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

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    Make It Smoke!

    Contributed by Roger Spaugh on Jul 10, 2008
    based on 29 ratings
     | 15,667 views

    Serve God with a Passion!!!!!!

    MAKE IT SMOKE! Text: Leviticus 3:12-16, "And if his offering be a goat, then he shall offer it before the LORD. And he shall lay his hand upon the head of it, and kill it before the tabernacle of the congregation: and the sons of Aaron shall sprinkle the blood thereof upon the altar round about. ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Balaam The Perverse Preacher

    Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Nov 3, 2015
     | 5,067 views

    Balaam the Perverse Preacher

    Numbers 23:7-24 Balaam the Perverse Preacher Num 22:12 And God said unto Balaam, Thou shalt not go with them; thou shalt not curse the people: for they are blessed. I. “Hope from the High Places!” Numbers 23:7-10 Balaam's Expectation - 7 And he took up his parable, and said, ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

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    The King Of Higher Power Series

    Contributed by Brad Bailey on Dec 20, 2022
     | 1,405 views

    The King of Higher Power Series: Who is this King? December 18, 2022 - Brad Bailey

    The King of Higher Power Series: Who is this King? Brad Bailey – Dec. 18, 2022 Intro Welcome you into this time of looking towards the celebration of Christmas… final week before the holiday. We do well to realize that the very word holiday… means “holy day.” The word holiday has become associated ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    David The Warrior Series

    Contributed by Brady Boyd on Feb 27, 2025
     | 280 views

    We tend to remember our failures and not our successes. We all have a testimony – proof, evidence, or authentication.

    The Story of Us David the Warrior March 2, 2025 1 Samuel 17:8-11 NIV “Goliath stood and shouted to the ranks of Israel, "Why do you come out and line up for battle? Am I not a Philistine, and are you not the servants of Saul? Choose a man and have him come down to me. 9 If he is able to fight ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    God’s Covering For Us

    Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Nov 3, 2015
     | 9,214 views

    God’s Covering for Us

    God’s Covering for Us Numbers 23 v 1 - 26 God Covers with His Protection - Numbers 23:7-10 1. Balaam sees God’s People Defended ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

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    God’s Covering For Us

    Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Nov 3, 2015
     | 7,272 views

    God’s Covering for Us

    Numbers 23:1-26 God’s Covering for Us A. What Balaam Sought Num 23:11 And Balak said unto Balaam, What hast thou done unto me? I took thee to curse mine enemies, and, behold, thou hast blessed them ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

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    Through It All

    Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Mar 2, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 17,200 views

    Even when we follow Christ storms come into our lives..It is in the midst of the storms that the Lord comes to teach, touch, and train each of us.

    Through It All Matthew 14:22-32 * Have you ever felt like you had a word from God about the direction you should go, the ministry you should do, or an action you should take – only to be hit in the face with a struggle? * If you have, perhaps you are like me, but pondering the personal ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Be Willing To Enter The Valley (Part 2 Of 3) Series

    Contributed by Dana Visneskie on Nov 10, 2005
    based on 8 ratings
     | 9,589 views

    Today some Christians are living in fear, intimidation and comfortableness and not trusting in God. David when faced with the problem of Goliath willing ran down to the valley to defeat the enemy. I give 3 points that show what motivated David to do that

    Title: Be Willing To Enter The Valley (Part 2) Text: I Sam 17:1-58 (Key Verse is 38-48) Pray!!! Read Text!!! Introduction: - (Recap from last week’s message (Fighting Bears and Delivering Cheese)) - There was 3 points that I gave from this message about how God prepares us in life for ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Day The Sun Stood Still Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Aug 14, 2025
    based on 3 ratings
     | 3,529 views

    Did the Sun really stand still at Joshua's command? And if it did, what can that teach us about God's plans and faithfulness for us?

    A woman died and went to heaven, and when she passed thru the pearly gates, she noted that there were boxes over in the corner that had her name on them. That made her curious so she asked an angel about them. The angel replied: “It is God’s command that whenever we receive a prayer request, an ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Teacher Dedication Series

    Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Sep 4, 2025
     | 68 views

    We are placed here by the Lord to make a difference – all of us – to be light in the midst of darkness – to do good – to change lives with the help of the Holy Spirit!

    Message: School Year 2025 – Make a difference! Thesis: We are placed here by the Lord to make a difference – all of us – to be light in the midst of darkness – to do good – to change lives with the help of the Holy Spirit! Scripture Texts: Galatians 6:9:"Let us not become weary in doing ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational