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    The Ways God Works

    Contributed by Monty Newton on May 4, 2015
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     | 4,631 views

    God is at work in critical circumstances and strange encounters.

    Title: The Ways God Works Text: Acts 8:26-40 Thesis: God is at work in critical circumstances and strange encounters. Introduction In 1440 Johann Gutenberg invented the movable type printing press which was capable of cranking out 3,600 pages a day… just 60 years later the printing press ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Heroes Of Our Nation Series

    Contributed by Tim Smith on Sep 25, 2016
     | 7,497 views

    4th of July sermon looking at how God was active in the birth of our nation

    Heroes of Our Nation Hebrews 11:1-2, 13-16, 12: 1-2 In the Mariners' Museum in Newport News, VA, there's a special display for a rickety, home-made aluminum kayak. This tiny, makeshift boat seems oddly out of place in the midst of displays for impressive Navy vessels and artifacts from significant ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Riches Series

    Contributed by Leighton (Lee) Vary on Oct 28, 2016
     | 10,139 views

    Do not lay up for yourselves treasures on earth, where moth and rust destroy and where thieves break in and steal; but lay up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where neither moth nor rust destroys and where thieves do not break in and steal

    Introduction A. When the wealthy businessman choked on a fish bone at a restaurant, he was fortunate that a doctor was seated at a nearby table. Springing up, the doctor skillfully removed the bone and saved the man's life. As soon as the fellow had calmed himself and could talk again, he ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Disciple's Obligation Series

    Contributed by Lynn Malone on Nov 15, 2016
     | 7,413 views

    The faithful disciple of Jesus Christ has certain biblical obligations and responsibilities. This message addresses those obligations.

    A government surveyor brought his surveying equipment to a farm to do some work for the state by which he was employed. He knocked on the farmhouse door and asked the farmer for permission to go into one of his fields and take some readings. The farmer had no hospitality for any state officials so ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Finishing Well Series

    Contributed by Tim Smith on Aug 13, 2017
    based on 4 ratings
     | 28,637 views

    Good starts don't secure a strong finish. So what's needed to finish strong?

    Finish Strong 1 Corinthians 9:24-27 Warren Buffett said, “It takes 20 years to build a reputation and five minutes to ruin it.” Have you ever noticed in life that a good start isn’t always enough? Now there is nothing wrong with a good start mind you, but it is often not enough to get us to the ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    What Movie Is Playing In Your Mind?

    Contributed by Barry O Johnson on Aug 15, 2017
     | 8,823 views

    What we see in our minds is critical to our ability to walk in this life as Jesus did when He was on earth. But far too many of us allow "movies" to play that should be deleted.

    An article in a recent USA Today reported that in an online survey of 1000 adults, “three-quarters of Americans believe the country was better off in the ‘80s than now.” What is noteworthy about the poll is that some who answered in the affirmative weren’t even alive during the 1980s. Isn’t that ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Hope That Exceeds Our Doubt Series

    Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Jun 15, 2016
     | 9,446 views

    We all struggle with doubt, but we don't have to allow our doubts and fears to dictate our spiritual lives. Our hope in Christ exceeds any doubt we may have.

    Series: Saved, Settled, and Sanctified Hope that Exceeds our Doubt 1 Peter 1: 3-8 At this point in the history of the church, she was growing exponentially. The Gospel was being shared and many were coming to saving faith in Christ. Such rapid growth had gotten the attention of the authorities ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Unquenchable Series

    Contributed by David Ward on Jun 22, 2016
     | 9,285 views

    Big Idea: God don't want no worthless worship, so let's make our worship worth His while. Points: Worship is worthless to God when it isn't reverent, repentant, or real.

    INTRODUCTION: Comedian Rodney Dangerfield, who died in 2004 at the age of 82, made a living making fun of himself and the difficulty of getting what we all desire: a little respect, please. Some of his best lines: • "I tell ya I get no respect from anyone. I bought a cemetery plot. The guy ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Roles And Responsibilities (Part 2) Series

    Contributed by Kevin L. Jones on Mar 13, 2017
    based on 4 ratings
     | 12,153 views

    A sermon examining the roles and responsibilities in the local church.

    Roles And Responsibilities In The Church (Part II) Titus 2:1-8 In the increasingly politically correct society in which we live, there is a push to remove any distinction between the sexes. But there are many differences that cannot be ignored. Consider a few of them: There are differences when ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    For To Us A Son Is Given Series

    Contributed by Peter Scott on Jan 1, 2014
     | 5,488 views

    The coming of Jesus is foretold by the prophet Isaiah

    For to us a Son is Given Isaiah 9.1-7 Introduction Lighthouses Since the very earliest days of sea travel, sailors have recognised the danger they are in when travelling close to a rocky shore or sand bar – especially at night. Over the centuries many thousands of sailors have lost their ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    1st.cor.15: 16-28 Jesus Turns All Back Too The Father

    Contributed by William D. Brown on Nov 29, 2013
     | 3,273 views

    ~When Jesus has accomplished all the work that God sent Him to do, He will at that time return everything back to God the Father as it was in the beginning, "that God can be all in all."

    1ST.COR.15: 16-28 JESUS TURNS ALL BACK TOO THE FATHER 11-23-13 ~When Jesus has accomplished all the work that God sent Him to do, He will at that time return everything back to God the Father as it was in the beginning, "that God can be all in all." ~ There are folks that ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    God's Wrath On Disobedience Series

    Contributed by Bobby Stults on May 22, 2013
     | 10,763 views

    When we 'say' we are believers but don't live out the life God has called us to live, then we are useless to God and a mockery to the Gospel and a laughingstock to the world!

    Hosea 7 [HCSB] May 22, 2013 Oak Park Baptist Church – Wed Bible Study Series Hosea Bible Study A Study of the Minor Prophets Hosea (750-725 BC) HOSEA to Israel (Northern Kingdom) We have moved thru the 1st six chapters of Hosea and we have learned several things: 1st we have learned that ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Hope From The Scriptures

    Contributed by David Welch on Dec 2, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,638 views

    Funeral Message

    Opening Scripture The Scriptures provide us with a sufficient source of enlightenment and encouragement. The can bring both correction and comfort. The Psalms are an especial rich source of comfort as nearly every emotion and every circumstance of life can be found there. Here are just a few ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

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    The Test Of Success Series

    Contributed by Stephen Sheane on Jan 10, 2012
    based on 14 ratings
     | 15,856 views

    Hezekiah passed the test of Security and Sickness but failed the test of Success. To pass this test you need to recognize your life is built on God's Riches, God's Results and God's Reputation.

    THE TEST OF SUCCESS A newly elected politician was visiting Washington, D.C., to get acquainted. He was visiting in the home of one of the ranking senators who was trying to interpret the bizarre wonder of the capitol. As they stood looking out over the Potomac River, an old deteriorating log ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

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    In A Time Like These

    Contributed by Nelson Emeonu on Jul 14, 2014
    based on 1 rating
     | 24,227 views

    We are living in the time of the end.If there’s a time, both heavens and earth are interested, it is now. It has been predicted ever in the Word of life.

    IN A TIME LIKE THESE Beloved, You are welcome to THE TRUMPETER. Remember, It’s a moment we are sharing the UNDILUTED word of God, preparing the saints for the second coming of our Lord Jesus Christ. It's a moment we also look at the amazing facts happening in the world today and ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican