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  • Reggie Corfield avatar

    Come Thirsty People

    Contributed by Reggie Corfield on Mar 20, 2025
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     | 766 views

    This is a desperate call from a loving Father to come to him. There is a deep love in that call to get right with him and find him while he is still near.

    We do not have the time to go through all the verses this morning but please join me as we look at a couple of them. Vs.1 says: “Everyone who thirsts, come to the waters; and you who have no money, come, buy and eat! Come, buy wine and milk without money and without cost.” That is like a call from ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    The Other Side PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 5, 2023
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     | 1,213 views

    This sermon explores finding hope in desperate circumstances through Jesus' transformative power, as demonstrated in the healing of the demon-possessed man in Luke 8:26-39.

    Good morning, dear brothers and sisters in Christ. Today is a day of hope, a day of faith, and a day of love. Today, we gather here to share in the Word of God, to grow in His wisdom, and to feel His divine presence among us. We are here to learn, to understand, and to apply His teachings in our ...read more

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  • Donnie Martin avatar

    Lord, Let The Fire Fall!

    Contributed by Donnie Martin on May 24, 2010
    based on 7 ratings
     | 23,530 views

    This message is a call to repentance, and for spiritual purity and passion in hearts and lives of God's people. We've lost our fire for God, and we desperately need the fire of God rekindled.

    Lord, Let The Fire Fall Text: I Kings 18:21-24 Intro: Ever since the day man discovered it, fire has been a useful tool. But man soon discovered that fire could be both friend and foe. Not only could it provide light and warmth and be used to cook food, but it could also do great harm. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • David Simmons avatar

    Stewardship: Trusting An Unchanging God

    Contributed by David Simmons on Feb 22, 2002
    based on 329 ratings
     | 22,779 views

    Our love for God is best measured by the use of our resources. God wants us to offer our entire selves as living sacrifices – sold out and on fire for God through and through.

    INTRODUCTION This week, I heard a sound I had not heard for at least six weeks. I was sitting at one of our city’s notoriously long red lights. There were a couple of cars in front of me, and when the light turned green, and the guy at the front of the line had was also slow off the light. In ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Michael Stark avatar

    Four Days Late

    Contributed by Michael Stark on May 29, 2021
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    When Christ delays answering our pleas, how shall we respond? God is merciful, even when it appears that Heaven in silent.

    “Now a certain man was ill, Lazarus of Bethany, the village of Mary and her sister Martha. It was Mary who anointed the Lord with ointment and wiped his feet with her hair, whose brother Lazarus was ill. So the sisters sent to him, saying, ‘Lord, he whom you love is ill.’ But when Jesus heard it ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Phillip Wright avatar

    Jesus Raises The Little Girl

    Contributed by Phillip Wright on Jul 15, 2006
    based on 8 ratings
     | 15,052 views

    The miracle of Jesus raising the little girls demonstrate the Lord’s authority of death itself.

    Jesus Raises the Little Girl Luke 8:40-42 & 49-56 Introduction: This morning we are going to take a look at the other of the two miracles Jesus did upon his return from his encounter with the Demoniac in Gadara. He was welcomed upon his return by what is referred to as a multitude. Scripture is ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    If You Can't Make Them Drink, Leave Them Thirsty!

    Contributed by Charlie Roberts on Nov 12, 2013
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     | 19,845 views

    Her faith had moved Jesus to heal her, her hunger and thirst for Jesus....not her condition and certainly not her pleas, brought about the miracle she was so desperately seeking! Amen?

    If you can't make them drink, leave them thirsty! Matthew 5:6 NKJ Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, For they shall be filled! The MSG bible says it this way....You’re blessed when you’ve worked up a good appetite for God. He’s food and drink in the best ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    We Need More Hannah's - Prayer Warriors Series

    Contributed by Charles Jones on Apr 11, 2013
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     | 22,356 views

    Although the phrase “prayer warrior” is not found in Scripture, a prayer warrior is generally thought of as a Christian who prays continually and effectively for others in the manner of praying taught in Scripture. Therefore prayer warriors pray to Father

    Proverbs 29:18 King James Version (KJV) 18 Where there is no vision, the people perish: but he that keepeth the law, happy is he. Proverbs 29:18 English Standard Version (ESV) 18 Where (A)there is no prophetic vision the people (B)cast off restraint,[a] but blessed is he who (C)keeps the ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Why Are Our Blessings Delayed

    Contributed by Dr. Stanley Vasu on Dec 27, 2024
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    1. GOD'S TIMING 2. THE TEST OF FAITH 3. TURNING POINTS 4. GREATER GLORY OF GOD 5. OUR FEARS 6. SPIRITUAL BLESSINGS. 7. LACK OF DESPERATION

    WHY ARE OUR BLESSINGS DELAYED OUTLINE 1. GOD'S TIMING 2. THE TEST OF FAITH 3. TURNING POINTS 4. GREATER GLORY OF GOD 5. OUR FEARS 6. SPIRITUAL BLESSINGS. 7. LACK OF DESPERATION THE MESSAGE WHY ARE OUR BLESSINGS DELAYED 1. GOD'S TIMING SCRIPTURE REFERENCES John 2:3,4 3. ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Zacchaeus: Out On A Limb For Jesus Series

    Contributed by David Dykes on Mar 27, 2003
    based on 331 ratings
     | 72,243 views

    Like Zacchaeus, none of us really measures up but Jesus knows what you need—a relationship. He knows your name and sees you not who you are, but who you can become.

    Zacchaeus: Out on a Limb for Jesus Luke 19:1-10 By Dr. David O. Dykes INTRODUCTION After the series on getting Plugged In, we’re back in the gospel according to Luke. Today, we’re going to look at one of the most wonderful stories in the Bible: Zacchaeus. Like many of you I was first exposed to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Andrew Chan avatar

    The Easter Story: What It Is Not Series

    Contributed by Andrew Chan on Apr 12, 2003
    based on 88 ratings
     | 5,146 views

    a challenge to think through the authentic easter’s message

    16For we were not making up clever stories when we told you about the power of our Lord Jesus Christ and his coming again. We have seen his majestic splendor with our own eyes. 17And he received honor and glory from God the Father when God’s glorious, majestic voice called down from heaven, "This ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

  • Scott Chambers avatar

    Understanding The Gospel And Freedom Series

    Contributed by Scott Chambers on May 28, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,952 views

    A message from an expository series on the Book of Galatians.

    C.S. Lewis wrote this, “An open mind, in questions that are not ultimate, is useful. But an open mind about ultimate foundations either of Theoretical or Practical Reason is idiocy. If a man’s mind is open on these things, let his mouth at least be shut.” Though the Galatians had the benefit of ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Benny Anthony avatar

    Obstacles To Grace

    Contributed by Benny Anthony on May 8, 2007
    based on 15 ratings
     | 11,066 views

    This is a Walk to Emmaus Sermon that I gave at a Men’s Walk. Various texts used throughout.

    As I was preparing this talk I was reminded of someone who truly had great obstacles to grace. How many of you know who John Newton was? Well, let me tell you something about him. He was born in the summer of 1725, in the city of London, England. His mother was a devout member of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Rodelio Mallari avatar

    What Is A Christian?

    Contributed by Rodelio Mallari on Nov 14, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 10,746 views

    Most people call themselves Christians yet when measured and weighed by God’s biblical standards, they are badly found wanting and untrue to the definition of a genuine Christian!

    Intro: The word “Christian” is used only 3X in the King James Bible (text; Acts 11:26c; 26:28). Most people call themselves Christians yet when measured and weighed by God’s biblical standards, they are badly found wanting and untrue to the definition of a genuine Christian! The Bible gives us ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

  • Thomas Cash avatar

    Choosing Allies Of Integrity Series

    Contributed by Thomas Cash on Aug 20, 2007
    based on 5 ratings
     | 4,247 views

    3rd in a series from 1 Timothy. While the world looks for certain attributes in its leaders, good church leaders are measured by completely different standards.

    Lessons for a Healthy Church Choosing Allies of Integrity 1 Timothy 3:1-13 Introduction: Spring is just 22 days away. Are you glancing at seed catalogs or wandering into the garden departments at the local stores to see what is being set out on display? Whether we are farming, planting a small ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ