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  • Gordon McCulloch avatar

    Evangelism Is A High Calling But It Is Not For Us All.

    Contributed by Gordon Mcculloch on Nov 3, 2014
     | 3,877 views

    Summary: We are all called to preach the gospel, and be a witness for Christ; yet many find this difficult, I especially, so how do we proceed in this high calling. Read on!!!

    This sermon was delivered to St Oswald’s in Maybole, Ayrshire, Scotland on the 2nd November 2014 (a Scottish Episcopal Church in the Dioceses of Glasgow and Dumfries). Summary: We are all called to preach the gospel, and be a witness for Christ; yet many find this difficult, I especially, so ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal

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    Self-Denial: Part 2 Of A 4 Part Series On Spiritual Formation Series

    Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Nov 9, 2014
     | 4,130 views

    The key to embracing the life of a Christ-follower is in embracing the way of Jesus. Self-denial was a key part of Jesus example, and it's how we are able to live most free.

    Spiritual Formation 2: Self-Denial - Philippians 2:1-16; Luke 9:23-24 November 9, 2014 Today is the 2nd message is a series where we’re looking at the subject of spiritual formation. Last week in a message called: “Desiring God”, we covered some of the basics of what spiritual ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Fighting To Keep The Faith

    Contributed by Philip Harrelson on Jan 6, 2012
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     | 12,339 views

    You have to remember that there will be a lot of battles in the earthly realm before you get to Heaven.

    1 Timothy 6:12 KJV Fight the good fight of faith, lay hold on eternal life, whereunto thou art also called, and hast professed a good profession before many witnesses. 2 Timothy 4:7-8 KJV I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith: [8] Henceforth there is laid ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    An Introduction To 2nd Timothy. Series

    Contributed by Gordon Curley on Sep 2, 2012
     | 4,858 views

    An introduction to 2nd Timothy. (Powerpoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

    SERMON OUTLINE: Background of the letter Purpose of the letter Introduction to the letter Four influences on Timothy: *1st Influence: His Family (VS 5) *2nd Influence: The Apostle Paul (VS 3-4) *3rd Influence: A Gift From God (VS 6) *4th Influence: Timothy’s Dedication (VS 7) SERMON ...read more

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    Denomination: Brethren

  • Johnny A. Palmer Jr. avatar

    The Appointed Seed Must Succeed. Series

    Contributed by Johnny A. Palmer Jr. on Dec 8, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 9,851 views

    A real ray of hope.

    Intro: 1. Ira D. Sankey, the composer, relates the following incident regarding the birth of this hymn: Simply trusting every day, trusting through a stormy way; Even when my faith is small, trusting Jesus—that is all. Singing if my way is clear, praying if the path be ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Christ And His Good Citizenship, Matthew 17:24–27

    Contributed by Rodney Fry on Sep 19, 2016
     | 7,948 views

    Jesus had been carrying His disciples through intensive training for some time now. He had been zeroing in on His death and resurrection In this passage, Jesus showed just how capable a teacher He really was. He was able to take the visit by a tax

    SERMON Christ and His Good Citizenship, Matthew 17:24–27 Jesus had been carrying His disciples through intensive training for some time now. He had been zeroing in on His death and resurrection In this passage, Jesus showed just how capable a teacher He really was. He was able to take the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Great Doxology

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Jan 26, 2018
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     | 15,712 views

    Ephesians 3:20-21 shows us the greatness of God.

    Scripture A few weeks ago, we started examining the third chapter of the Paul's letter to the Ephesians. Today we will conclude this all-too-brief exposition of this marvelous chapter. Paul started praying for the believers in Ephesus in verse 1 of Ephesians 3. However, he then broke off into a ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Jesus Wept - Part Two(Covid) Series

    Contributed by Scott Bayles on Oct 30, 2020
     | 4,692 views

    As Jesus approached Jerusalem, crowds of adoring fans shouted his praises. Yet, Jesus paused and wept before entering the city. What prompted his tears and how are they relevant to our emotional struggles today?

    Jesus Wept (2) Scott Bayles, pastor Blooming Grove Christian Church: 9/20/2020 In Lou Holtz's second season as head coach of the Notre Dame Fighting Irish, his team experienced a humiliating loss against Texas A&M in the Cotton Bowl. Holtz was utterly dejected as he walked into the locker ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    Thank You

    Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Nov 22, 2020
     | 8,330 views

    With Thanksgiving just days away, this is the time of year when we focus on the reasons we are thankful. That might be harder to do this year with COVID but we still need to be in a mode of giving thanks. Thank you-two small but powerful words that mean so much.

    THANK YOU With Thanksgiving just days away, this is the time of year when we focus on the reasons we are thankful. That might be harder to do this year with COVID but we still need to be in a mode of giving thanks. We should be in thank you mode the entire year; yes, even this year. There are ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    What Does The Contract Say?

    Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Feb 7, 2021
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,507 views

    You better not rewrite it. The better you know it the better it is for you and those you impact.

    When I was training to be a Contract Specialist in South Carolina, my mentor, Art Nalley, always stressed one thing. “What does the contact say?’ That was second only to “Don’t worry about the mule going blind just load the wagon” when the workload was intense. That is a Mississippi adage. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    More Stuff! Series

    Contributed by Monty Newton on Jun 8, 2014
     | 5,040 views

    When we are driven by the want of more we live contrary to a life of contentment and trust.

    All American Idols Series Title: More Stuff! Text: Philippians 4:10-13 Thesis: When we are driven by the want of more we live contrary to a life of contentment and trust. Context When Paul wrote the Book of Philippians he was in prison in Rome awaiting trial… the end of which would result ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Controlling Your Tongue

    Contributed by Derek Geldart on Mar 21, 2021
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,797 views

    Since words have power to help, heal, hinder, hurt, harm, humiliate or build one another up in the faith; the remainder of this sermon is going to review James 3:1-12 and conclude that if one can control the tongue one can control any part of one’s life for Christ!

    Controlling Your Tongue James 3:1-12 Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/?page_id=3567 Dictionary.com defines “words” as a unit of language, consisting of one or more spoken sounds of their written representation, that functions as a principal carrier of meaning.” Words ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jeff Taylor avatar

    No Graven Image: The Curse Of Idolatry Series

    Contributed by Jeff Taylor on Nov 21, 2022
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     | 2,602 views

    God does not share His glory. He alone is to be worshipped, revered, and honored as King and God. The fall of the nation of Israel is a grim reminder of how deeply idolatry offends God. He both exposed and judged their sin.

    God does not share His glory. He alone is to be worshipped, revered, and honored as King and God. The fall of the nation of Israel is a grim reminder of how deeply idolatry offends God. He both exposed and judged their sin. In J.R. Tolkien's "The Lord of the Rings", a scene takes ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Impact Of Sin (Lessons From Cain And Abel)

    Contributed by Terry Hovey on May 29, 2025
     | 684 views

    Many view this book with skepticism, claiming it’s an allegory or myth that’s been fabricated by the ancients to explain their existence and reason for being, but I believe this book to be a literal, historical record...

    The Impact of Sin (Lessons from Cain and Abel) Ge 4:1-16 Our Sunday School lesson today takes us all the way back to the beginning of the Bible, the book of Genesis. It’s the name given to this first book because this first book speaks of the beginnings or origins of all things, which is what the ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Bouncing Back (Part One)

    Contributed by Derrick Tuper on May 23, 2021
     | 8,019 views

    The term bouncing back comes from having suffered through something but not letting it stop you from continuing on. There are many great bounce back stories in the bible. Today we'll look at the example of Joseph, son of Jacob.

    BOUNCING BACK The term bouncing back comes from having suffered through something but not letting it stop you from continuing on. When a boxer has an undefeated streak then suffers his first loss it can be devastating. He's no longer invincible. How will he handle it? Some come back and go on ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ