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  • Richard Cook avatar

    Life Is Like A Roller Coaster

    Contributed by Richard Cook on Aug 21, 2009
    based on 8 ratings
     | 17,499 views

    Sermon about the ups and downs of life.

    Phillipians 4:11-13 11 Not that I speak in respect of want: for I have learned, in whatsoever state I am, therewith to be content. 12 I know both how to be abased, and I know how to abound: every where and in all things I am instructed both to be full and to be hungry, both to abound and to ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Why Did You Doubt?

    Contributed by Rick Boyne on Aug 7, 2012
    based on 3 ratings
     | 5,770 views

    We must keep our eyes on Jesus, no matter the circumstances.

    Why Did You Doubt? October 1, 2008 Wednesday Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: We must keep our eyes on Jesus, no matter the circumstances. Focus Passage: Matthew 14:25-31 I. THE LORD BROUGHT THEM THERE II. JESUS PRAYED FOR HIS FOLLOWERS III. THE LORD ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Power Of Prayer

    Contributed by Melvin Newland on Sep 5, 2012
    based on 128 ratings
     | 59,134 views

    Some people think that the only reason to pray is to cause a change in our own thinking. But the Bible teaches that prayer can make a difference in what God does, and that prayer can also have an effect on our circumstances.

    MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK A. The apostle Paul is praying. He is praying for the Christians in Ephesus, & he is also praying for us, for all those down through the ages who come to know Jesus as Savior & ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Proverbs 3:5 Series

    Contributed by Paul Clemente on Feb 16, 2015
     | 5,301 views

    Do I truly consider Jesus Christ’s involvement before I take action with all areas of my life?

    Last week, one of our main lessons was to consider God in everything. Let me ask this question, how involved is God in our lives today?? Can you give an example?? We are to consider God in everything because the Almighty Loving God is involved in our everything! In our passage today, we will ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Part 3 - Genesis 20:1-18 - Lie Like The Devil? Series

    Contributed by Ross Cochrane on Aug 17, 2010
    based on 44 ratings
     | 6,443 views

    To me the real star in this soap opera scenario in Genesis 20 is not the beautiful 90 year old heroine. It’s not the big business tycoon with a LYING PROBLEM. It’s the UNDER-DOG who gets caught up in a life and death struggle by mistake.

    Part 3 - Genesis 20:1-18 – LIE LIKE THE DEVIL OR…? She is 90 years old, BEAUTIFUL. SARAH catches your attention. The perfect Hollywood star, aging gracefully and looking years younger without the use of LIPOSUCTION, HAIR COLOURING, BREAST IMPLANTS, FACELIFTS and all the rest, Sarah doesn’t even ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Christian Behavior 101 Series

    Contributed by David Owens on May 21, 2012
     | 10,449 views

    Paul ended the first letter to the Thessalonians with a grab bag of commands and instructions. These form a basic introduction to Christian attitudes and behaviors. If we can incorporate these simple basics into our lives, we will be very effective in o

    Introduction: A. Children often say some of the funniest things, and yet children occasionally say remarkable or insightful things. 1. Here are some insightful gems from children: a. “Never trust a dog to watch your food.” b. “When your dad is mad and asks you, ‘Do I ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Lesson Of The Garbage Truck!

    Contributed by Melvin Newland on Oct 15, 2018
    based on 7 ratings
     | 23,679 views

    Paul mentions some negative things that are going on in his life - unpleasant circumstances, unreasonable people, & his uncertain future. But Paul shows that God was able to use those negative things in a very positive way.

    MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK TEXT: Philippians 4:8; Philippians 1:12-23 ILL. Someone wrote, "One day I got into a taxi & we took off for the airport. We were driving in the right lane when a car ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Gospel Centered Ministry Series

    Contributed by Jefferson Williams on May 14, 2023
     | 1,316 views

    Paul rejoices that the Gospel is advancing in spite of obstacles

    Technicolor Joy: Philippians 1:12-18 Gospel-Centered Ministry Pastor Jefferson M. Williams Chenoa Baptist Church 5-14-2023 On January 8th, 1956 Jim Elliot, Ed McCully, Roger Youderian, Pete Fleming, and their pilot, Nate Saint landed near a river in the jungle of Ecuador. They ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Core 52 Week 9 - Finding Happiness Series

    Contributed by Lanny Smith on Mar 3, 2020
     | 2,408 views

    If you're happy and you know it, clap your hands! Question: How do you know when you're happy? Do we even know what it means to be happy? Psalm 1 makes it all clear.

    You can listen to the sermon on my podcast after 3/16 at: https://www.buzzsprout.com/697261/2893594 Finding Happiness Intro: • If you’re happy and you know it… song. o But do we really know when we’re happy? • Happiness is a universal human desire. We’ll do just about anything to feel ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    There Is Only One God

    Contributed by Jeffrey Dillinger on Mar 25, 2025
     | 397 views

    Naaman changed from an arrogant man to a humble man. He changed from a warlord to knowing The LORD. There are several points we learn from Naaman.

    There Is Only One God (2 Kings 5:1-19) Intro: A. There are few things as frustrating as having a conversation with an arrogant person. No matter what you say, they think, act or pretend to know more than you. Often, they will talk down to you like you matter very little or that your ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    "i Don't Have To See It - To Believe It!"

    Contributed by Anthony (Tony) Charles on Aug 11, 2025
     | 209 views

    Today we're settling this once and for all—you don't have to see a miracle to believe in one, because faith walks ahead of sight, not behind it!

    "I DON'T HAVE TO SEE IT - TO BELIEVE IT!" Tony – Study – Meditation – Prayer: July-August 2025 Walking by Faith, Not by Sight in the Miraculous Opening Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:7 (KJV) "For we walk by faith, not by sight." Supporting Text: Hebrews 11:1 (KJV) "Now ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Thanksgiving

    Contributed by Mitchell Skelton on Nov 25, 2003
    based on 51 ratings
     | 32,323 views

    Great Object Sermon! Inspiration and main points for the sermon came from a sermon by Bruce Howell-"Five Kernels of Corn" found here on SermonCentral. I handed out five kernels of feed corn in wedding rice style to all in attendance.

    Psalm 103:1 – 22 INTRODUCTION The observance of Thanksgiving is a tradition that we hold near to our heart as Americans. The tradition of gathering together with friends and family for Thanksgiving began almost 400 years ago at Plymouth Colony. The Pilgrims uprooted themselves and sailed for ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Unity Of The Body - 2 Series

    Contributed by Dan Cormie on Oct 22, 2011
     | 3,588 views

    For he himself is our peace, who has made the two one and has destroyed the barrier, the dividing wall of hostility...

    Dakota Community Church October 23, 2011 Unity of the Body - 2 Ephesians 2:11-22 Therefore, remember that formerly you who are Gentiles by birth and called “uncircumcised” by those who call themselves “the circumcision” (that done in the body by the hands of men) — 12 remember that at that time ...read more

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    Denomination: Mennonite

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    Faith, A Living Hope

    Contributed by Howard Gunter on Apr 15, 2020
    based on 3 ratings
     | 8,653 views

    Facing a world in crisis

    Message/Devotion April 19, 2020 1 Peter 1:3-9 Faith, A Living Hope Where is your hope in times of dire circumstances? We are trying to hold onto that hope as we struggle to be faithful and obedient to God and obey the laws and instructions of legal authorities governing our society. If there ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Do Everything Without Grumbling Or Arguing Series

    Contributed by Derek Geldart on Apr 29, 2023
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,998 views

    Life is far from easy. When a believer goes through negative circumstances is it ok to share with others how hard your life has become? While seeking comfort from another believer is not a sin when does talking about the dark valleys become a sin?

    Doing Everything without Grumbling or Arguing Philippians 2:12-18 Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/?page_id=3567 Is there a right and wrong way to respond to the difficult times of life? The Bible has many warnings that our lives as Christians will be far from easy. While ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist