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  • Tim Huie avatar

    Recognizing Godliness Series

    Contributed by Tim Huie on Feb 11, 2009
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     | 4,525 views

    How do we recognize and pursue Godliness? 1. We stay away from evil influences. 2. We follow the teachings of scripture. 3. We anticipate divine blessing.

    HOW TO RECOGNIZE GODLINESS PSALMS 1 1. Illus. of two magazine articles • One was on famous femal movie star. She talked about her desire to accumulate wealth, popularity, and sexual promiscuity. “I’m not happy, and I don’t even know anybody who is!” • The other article was about Mother Teresa. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Rejoice Through Trials Series

    Contributed by Paul Carlson on Feb 21, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,301 views

    A joyful humble spirit will help you persevere during trials.

    REJOICE THROUGH TRIALS James 1:9-11 PROPOSITION: Because Christ humbled Himself even unto the death of the cross, you must practice humility during periods of trials. I. Rejoice through trials regardless of your social status. v. 9-10 A. Impoverished believers must rejoice in ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Discouragement Of Happiness Series

    Contributed by Larry Turner on Oct 7, 2013
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,407 views

    We all are seeking happiness and often find ourselves discouraged. That is why we are not to produce the spiritual fruit of happiness but rather joy. This sermon discovers what joy is and how to find it.

    If I were to ask you this morning “What makes you happy?” how would you answer? Perhaps your answer would be friends and family. We are all born with a need for social connections. Did you realize that physical touch, like a hand shake or a hug releases endorphins in our brain which is ...read more

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    Denomination: Foursquare

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    Lord Jesus, Receive My Spirit

    Contributed by William Baeta on Nov 11, 2013
     | 4,826 views

    “And as they were stoning Stephen, he called out, ‘Lord Jesus, receive my spirit’” Acts 7:59.

    Lord Jesus, receive my spirit Text: Is. 9:2-7; Titus 2:11-14; Acts 7:54-60 Today is Saint Stephens’s Day when we remember the first martyr of the Christian Church. His death in the service of Christ, taking place a day after Christmas, reminds us of the cost involved in discipleship. We ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    The Grumbling Of A Warped Generation Series

    Contributed by Rick Burdette on Nov 20, 2013
     | 5,053 views

    God's plan, Our example and witness, Joy

    Philippians 2:12-18 (p. 819) November 24, 2013 Introduction: I can remember hearing this quote...”You can only see the stars shimmering when it’s dark.” And I have to tell you “I’ve seen some stars shine in my life.” “Melvin...wasting away with ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Transformed Lives Transformed Churches

    Contributed by Martin Wiles on Feb 6, 2012
     | 6,213 views

    Abundant living is an exciting existence because it places us in the center of God’s will. We give him our all and hold nothing back.

    Transformed Lives; Transformed Churches Matthew 19:16-22 A. What does commitment to God look like? 1. Attending church-once, twice or three times a week? 2. Teaching a class, serving on a committee, being morally good? 3. Nor cursing, smoking, drinking or doing drugs? 4. Making good choices, being ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Meditation Of My Heart

    Contributed by Gary Stebbins on Feb 23, 2012
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     | 17,163 views

    A brief look at Psalm 19:14. What does it mean for the meditation of my heart to be acceptable to God? How do I control my thought life?

    The Meditation of my Heart Introduction Share- thoughts concerning what God is showing me- in hopes of encouraging others going through trials. This has been one of the most difficult periods of times in my life- yet one of the most spiritually fruitful. God- closing the gap between what I ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    Voice Of The Shepherd

    Contributed by Jon Lipka on Mar 4, 2012
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,080 views

    We must know the voice of Jesus our Shepherd, because he is calling us to follow Him.

    A few weeks ago, I woke up with a painful ear infection. So I went to the doctor’s office to have it looked at. After I signed in at the desk, I sat down and waited for the nurse to call. And I waited, and waited, and waited. Finally, I looked at my watch and saw that it had been nearly 90 ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    The New Wine Of Christ Series

    Contributed by Joel Preston on Mar 22, 2012
     | 6,499 views

    Jesus came to bring joy, new life & grace!!

    The Gospel of Mark #6 – “The New Wine of Christ” Mark 2:18-22 Intro – 1. Have you ever known people who are polarizing figures? (you either love or hate them) 2. Examples may be politicians, musicians, actors, sports figures or even whole teams. 3. ILL – Tim ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    New Jerusalem

    Contributed by Clarence Clough on Dec 4, 2012
    based on 4 ratings
     | 9,668 views

    What blessings and hopes for mankind are unfolded by the descent of this city of God!

    Title: NEW JERUSALEM Text: Revelation 21:2-7, "2 And I John saw the holy city, new Jerusalem, coming down from God out of heaven, prepared as a bride adorned for her husband. 3 And I heard a great voice out of heaven saying, Behold, the tabernacle of God is with men, and he will dwell with them, ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Christmas In Newtown

    Contributed by Rick Pendleton on Dec 17, 2012
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,168 views

    What message can Christmas have for those who are going through their own private hell... like those in Newtown, Conn?

    Christmas in Newtown Luke 2:8-14 Jingle Bells, Jingle Bells, Jingle all the way In the early hours of Friday morning, Adam Lanza shot and killed his mother. I’m Dreaming of a white Christmas… During the first period classes at Sandy Hook Elementary School, a gunman enters the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Year Of The Lord's Favor Series

    Contributed by Tim Diack on Dec 17, 2012
    based on 1 rating
     | 10,116 views

    When the angels proclaimed the birth of Christ they brought tidings of great joy! Joy is better than happiness for it does not depend on the cirucmstances of life but rather the person of Christ!

    The Year of the Lord’s Favor (2) - Isaiah 61 - December 16, 2012 As I begin this morning I want to invite you to take a moment to consider the first question in your sermon notes. That question asks you to complete this statement: “Happiness is ….” And then ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    How To Find Gladness In Serving God

    Contributed by Randy Bataanon on Jan 2, 2013
    based on 195 ratings
     | 107,408 views

    There are misconceptions that if anyone decided to serve God, he should be prepared to live a boring life. On the contrary, a life spends in sinful pleasures of the world usually end up in misery. There are 5 elements to enjoy Christian service

    HOW TO FIND GLADNESS IN SERVING GOD Psa 100:2 Serve the LORD with gladness; Come before His presence with singing. There are misconceptions that if anyone decided to serve God, he should be prepared to live a sad and boring life. Serving God is a great privilege and must be rendered with ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Connections

    Contributed by Anthony Seel on Aug 27, 2012
     | 9,885 views

    A Psalm about the benefits of our personal connection with God through Jesus Christ and the connections that we have with one another in the church.

    The Thirteenth Sunday after Pentecost August 26, 2012 Proper 16B St. Andrew’s Church The Rev. M. Anthony Seel, Jr. Psalm 16 “Connections” He came to work at the IBM Thomas J. Watson Research Center in Yorktown Heights, New York, as a newly minted PhD in physics. He was not ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Michael Stark avatar

    Rules Of Engagement

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Sep 29, 2012
    based on 1 rating
     | 10,480 views

    The rules by which we are to conduct ourselves as strangers in this world are provided in the Word of God.

    “Humble yourselves, therefore, under the mighty hand of God so that at the proper time he may exalt you, casting all your anxieties on him, because he cares for you. Be sober-minded; be watchful. Your adversary the devil prowls around like a roaring lion, seeking someone to devour. Resist ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist