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  • Stephen E. Trail avatar

    God's Game Plan

    Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Sep 15, 2013
     | 8,879 views

    A sermon dealing with the providential work of God in our lives.

    "God's Game Plan" Jeremiah 29:10 For thus saith the LORD, That after seventy years be accomplished at Babylon I will visit you, and perform my good word toward you, in causing you to return to this place. 11 For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, saith the LORD, thoughts of peace, and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Becoming Spiritually Mature Series

    Contributed by Scott Spencer on Jan 11, 2015
     | 8,855 views

    Are there any common goals for all believers, and for the church? There is one all encompassing goal for every believer and for every church. It is to become conformed to the image of Jesus Christ.

    Ephesians: Our Identity in Christ ~ Part 16 Becoming Spiritually Mature Ephesians 4:13-16 . . . until we all attain to the unity of the faith, and of the knowledge of the Son of God, to a mature man, to the measure of the stature which belongs to the fullness of Christ. As a result, we are no ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

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    #2 -- Providence Series

    Contributed by Derek Melanson on Nov 10, 2006
    based on 11 ratings
     | 8,168 views

    We are called to look beyond this world to the Lord--he is always our help.

    All Problems Solved? Last week we looked at our first song for the road, the first of the Psalms of Ascent – and it was one that got us going on the road of faith by reminding us of the need to repent. It wasn’t the happiest psalm. But it was an important one. It set things in perspective. It ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Good Soldier

    Contributed by T. Michael Crews on Nov 21, 2006
    based on 84 ratings
     | 23,857 views

    A Veteran’s Day Sermon

    A Good Soldier 2 Tim.2:3-4 A good soldier makes a difference in the world. Someone has written: IT IS THE SOLDIER It is the soldier, not the preacher, who gives us freedom of religion. It is the soldier, not the reporter, who gives us freedom of the press. It is the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Judging Or Discerning?

    Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Jun 19, 2006
    based on 208 ratings
     | 26,471 views

    Jesus taught us to be discerning rather than judging.

    INTRO.- Here is an Aesop’s Fable to help us with this subject. ILL.- A Lion, unable from old age and infirmities to provide himself with food by force, resolved to do so by savvy or wit. He returned to his den, and lying down there, pretended to be sick, taking care that his sickness should be ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    How To Receive An Answer From God Series

    Contributed by W F on Jun 25, 2006
    based on 31 ratings
     | 14,974 views

    How can I get an answer from God for my prayer?

    INTRODUCTION I saw an article this week called, “A mothers unanswered prayer for self-improvement.” The article is about a woman named Jean Olsen who wanted to be a better mum. Jean took her 9 year old daughter Kirsten out for a mother-daughter lunch and while they were eating, she asked her ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    The "Son Of Man"

    Contributed by Brian La Croix on Jun 28, 2006
    based on 13 ratings
     | 7,032 views

    Message regarding Jesus’ use of this title for Himself, from Daniel 7:13-14

    The “Son of Man” Daniel 7:13-14 June 18, 2006 Introduction Well, after our break to look at The Da Vinci Code, we’re turning our attention back to the gospel of Matthew. But if you look at your note-taking guide, you’ll see that we won’t be referencing Matthew much for this message. So what’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

  • Michael Deutsch avatar

    Mary Christmas!

    Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Dec 23, 2017
    based on 2 ratings
     | 9,704 views

    A look at Mary's faith, belief and strength.

    Mary Christmas December 24, 2017 Luke 1:28-45 Sometimes it’s not easy to have faith. Have you ever been there? You wonder where God is in the midst of your pain. It can be a job loss, a death, a relationship ends, a bad grade on a final exam, sickness . . . we could go on and on with reasons to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Why Do Good People Suffer? Job 1

    Contributed by Ellick Wu on Mar 30, 2013
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,176 views

    In view of many church members’ personal problems that happened in a short period of time, this sermon is trying to find some insights for encouragement in answering the question “Why Do Good Righteous People Suffer?”

    1.0 Introduction: I think this will be a year of trial for our church. There is bad news everywhere! Our Children Ministry has been hard hit! Julie is off because of surgery, Pastor Byron has cancer, Alan So’s mother passed away and leaving for HK, Gladys has back and shoulder pain, Paul Hung’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Status Pending

    Contributed by Charlie Roberts on Oct 9, 2014
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,105 views

    there are some have made a decision about the way their going.. and they think it's the right way..even though it's the furthest thing from the right way imaginable..

    Status Pending Illus. A mother was busy making supper in the kitchen, and needing a can of tomato soup, she asked her 5 year old son to go into the pantry and get one for her. But the light in the pantry was out and he didn’t really want to go in there. "It’s dark in there and ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Abraham's Flaky Family Series

    Contributed by Johnny A. Palmer Jr. on Dec 10, 2011
     | 6,719 views

    Most of us can identify with a dysfunctional family.

    Intro: 1. George Bernard Shaw observed, "If the other planets are inhabited, then they must be using the earth, for their insane asylum." 2. We have just got started in this book - and what a mess we have seen so far: Forbidden fruit loving Adam and Eve... Killer ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Terms Of Endearment

    Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Jan 22, 2012
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,110 views

    Admonitions from 1 John to believers.

    “Terms of Endearment” Several years ago there was a popular movie entitled “Terms of Endearment” and it starred Shirley MacLaine, Debra Winger, Danny Devito and Jack Nicholson. It was about a mother daughter relationship and it enjoyed critical acclaim. Tonight I’m ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Integrity Is .....

    Contributed by Horace Wimpey on Jan 31, 2012
    based on 8 ratings
     | 17,638 views

    Jesus teaches us in the sermon on the mount to be people of integrity.

    Integrity Is… Matthew 5:33-37 Introduction: A wealthy businessman lay on his deathbed. His pastor came to visit and talked about Gods healing power and prayed for his parishioner. When the pastor was done, the businessman said, "Preacher, if God heals me, I’ll give the church a million ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Bruce Lee avatar

    "The Presence Of The Father, Son And Holy Spirit"

    Contributed by Bruce Lee on Feb 9, 2012
    based on 31 ratings
     | 52,344 views

    Is it only a dream? Is it just a vision? How real change and growth starts in the church.

    “The Presence of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit” "Thus saith the Lord GOD unto these bones; Behold, I will cause breath to enter into you, and ye shall live:" Ezekiel 37:5 (KJV) Intro: It was about an hour and a half before time for the church service to start. As I left the parsonage I ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Jealousy Follows Favor Series

    Contributed by Cameron Conway on Feb 26, 2019
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,806 views

    No matter what God has called you to be you’ll notice that jealousy inevitably follows after favor. It doesn’t just follow but it hunts and runs after it because others see something in you they either want, need or used to have.

    For more information and other teachings, podcasts, videos, books and study guides visit https://conwaychristianresources.com No matter what God has called you to be it in ministry, business, government, education etc., you will notice that jealousy inevitably follows after favor. It doesn’t just ...read more

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    Denomination: Foursquare