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  • Bright Adeyeye avatar

    From The Ruins, We Will Rise

    Contributed by Bright Adeyeye on Jun 11, 2020
    based on 3 ratings
     | 14,824 views

    After the desolation of Jerusalem, Nehemiah rebuilt the wall of Jerusalem. How do we rebuild after a pandemic?

    FROM THE RUINS, WE WILL RISE "17 Then I said to them, “You see the distress that we are in, how Jerusalem lies waste, and its gates are burned with fire. Come and let us build the wall of Jerusalem, that we may no longer be a reproach.” 18 And I told them of the hand of my God which had ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    A God-Planted Church

    Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 16, 2022
     | 2,789 views

    Today I want to talk to you about church planting, because all churches are not GOD PLANTED!

    HOW DOES GOD PLANT A CHURCH? CHURCH PLANTING is something like what a farmer does, he plants the seed, cultivates the seed, fertilizes the seed and then patiently waits for it to grow. Church planters basically do the same thing. They have to plant the seed (Gospel), cultivate the seed, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • D. Dewaine Phillips avatar

    The Still Small Voice

    Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Feb 26, 2022
    based on 3 ratings
     | 8,061 views

    This message looks at a situation in the life of Elijah in which he felt all alone. This account teaches us that God is with us, and He has our best interests in mind at all times, even though we may not immediately hear from Him.

    This morning we are going to learn about hearing God during the midst of life’s difficult circumstances. How many of you have ever been through a difficult time in which you felt like God had abandoned you, or perhaps that He was nowhere to be found? I am sure a number of us have experienced ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jeremy Long avatar

    You Can't Get To The Mountain Top By Standing At The Bottom!

    Contributed by Jeremy Long on Jul 20, 2024
     | 2,217 views

    Have you been in the valley lately? Have you come through the valley only to face the mountain. The climb may be long, and it may be difficult, but we can't get to the mountain top by standing at the bottom!

    You won’t get to the mountaintop by standing at the bottom! I want to start out today by asking……. Anyone been in the valley lately? You don’t have to show hands, but from here I can see a lot of faces and the look on those faces answers that question with a resounding YES. If you all have known ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

  • Dennis Lee avatar

    The Kingdom Of God: "Not So Wise Men”

    Contributed by Dennis Lee on Jul 21, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,223 views

    Our first impression on hearing this title are the wise men of the Christmas story. But in our story, Jesus is answering three men in a manner we’re not accustomed to. From Jesus’s responses, we find some valuable information about God’s kingdom. Come join us on this unusual journey.

    The Kingdom of God “Not So Wise Men” Luke 9:57-62 Watch on YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mqU091I5leE Now, our first impression upon hearing this title is the wise men found in the Christmas story. Instead, in this series, we’re looking at Kingdom of God principles we can live ...read more

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    Denomination: Foursquare

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    The Power Of The Gospel Series

    Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Sep 20, 2023
     | 1,366 views

    Prophecy Update and Study of Romans

    Dr. Bradford Reaves CrossWay Christian Fellowship Hagerstown, MD www.mycrossway.org We are in the opening Chapter of Paul’s Letter to the Church in Rome. So far, we’ve discussed a little history of the Apostle Paul and his authority to write what is canonized in Scripture. Today, we’re going to ...read more

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    Denomination: Brethren

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    "Encouragement"

    Contributed by Robert Leroe on Jul 11, 2002
    based on 57 ratings
     | 17,583 views

    We extend compassion as wounded healers. But before we can help others, we have to learn how to weep. The word compassion means “to suffer with others”.

    “Encouragement” Pastor Bob Leroe, Cliftondale Congregational Church, Saugus, Massachusetts King David is faced with a bittersweet victory. His son Absalom turned against him, raised up an army to overthrow his father, and in battle against David’s forces he met a violent death. In the previous ...read more

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    Denomination: Congregational

  • Paul Fritz avatar

    How To Prevent Internal And External Failure

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jul 24, 2002
    based on 65 ratings
     | 4,761 views

    How to Prevent Internal and External Failure

    How To Prevent Internal and External Failure One of the greatest fears that people have today is ending their life as a failure. So many people resemble the famous comedian Chris Farley of Saturday Night Live Fame whose life ended in failure and death at 33 years of age. Chris experienced ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Top 40 With Gumption

    Contributed by Sheila Crowe on Sep 27, 2002
    based on 29 ratings
     | 5,393 views

    Being in God’s "top 40" requires faith that takes action and makes a commitment.

    Contrary to my children’s belief I was not a child of the 30s, 40s, 50s, or even 60’s. Granted I was born in the 60’s but I was too young to be part of that decade. I was a child of the 70’s and all those things that came with it. Bell bottoms and polyester pants, pet rocks, the Brady Bunch, ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

  • Marilyn Murphree avatar

    Secrets Of Being An Overcomer

    Contributed by Marilyn Murphree on Jul 26, 2004
    based on 34 ratings
     | 16,688 views

    How Christians can be more successful in overcoming the tactics of Satan in daily life.

    August 1, 2004 Impact #5 Iliff and Saltillo UM “Secrets of Being an Overcomer” Joshua 8:1-8, 30-35 and 9:3-15 INTRODUCTION: The book of Joshua describes how God’s people possessed the land He had given them. It tells of victories as well as defeat. It is a book of history, and it is ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Learning To Play Hurt#1 Series

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Oct 15, 2004
    based on 24 ratings
     | 5,570 views

    Just think of the examples of sports hero’s that had to play their best games hurt. Well, you may have to learn to keep on even when you are hurt. Part one.

    LEARNING TO PLAY HURT By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com Adapted from a lesson by Wayne B. Smith, Lexington, Ky. This is part one of a two part series. TEXT: John 6:60 THIS IS A HARD SAYING... John 6:66 From that time many of the disciples went back, and walked no more with Him. John ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Paul Fritz avatar

    From The Pits To Praise

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 30, 2003
    based on 244 ratings
     | 66,047 views

    Trust the Lord to help your entire life, ministry and relationships be a testimony to a journey from the pits to higher levels of praise. May you learn how to more effectively please the Lord in all respects and help you bear fruit in every good work as y

    From the Pits to Praise Occasionally we all find ourselves in the pits of discouragement, depression or disappointment. A general sense of hopelessness and despair overwhelms us when we find ourselves in the pits of helpless feelings. When we are in the pits of life we need the help of God to ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • NILES LLOYD avatar

    What To Do When Satan Attacks

    Contributed by Niles Lloyd on Feb 18, 2003
    based on 97 ratings
     | 23,583 views

    IS SATAN ATTACKING YOU....? FEW OF US HAVE EVER BEEN IN THE POSITION OF THE MAN JOB, BUT IF YOU EVER ARE HERE ARE SOME IMPORTANT THINGS TO DO WHEN SATAN ATTACKS!

    TITLE: WHAT TO DO WHEN SATAN ATTACKS TEXT: JOB 1:1 - 11 INTRO: HERE IN THE BOOK OF JOB, WE READ OF A – A. GODLY MAN V.1 – HE FEARED THE LORD B. RIGHTEOUS MAN V.1 – PERFECT AND UPRIGHT C. BLESSED MAN V.2 – 4 TELLS OF HOW GOD HAD PROSPERED HIM D. TESTED MAN V.12 WE FIND THAT ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Douglas Phillips avatar

    Sowing Seeds Of Thanksgiving

    Contributed by Douglas Phillips on Aug 28, 2001
    based on 85 ratings
     | 18,875 views

    A Sermon for Thanksgiving

    SOWING SEEDS OF THANKSGIVING 2 CORINTHIANS 9:1- 9:15 Introduction: Beginning a sermon on Thanksgiving is much more difficult than it looks. This is not unsual, in that most holidays are difficult to prepare for. There are only certain passages that deal with Christmas and Easter for ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Going On A Little Further

    Contributed by Gary Merillat on Mar 16, 2002
    based on 69 ratings
     | 11,713 views

    Using Jesus Gethsemane experience of "going on a little further" He is seen as going further in compassion, commitment and courage.

    Going on a Little Further Matthew 26:39 Introduction Illustration: Gordon MacDonald said, “You can tell whether you are becoming a servant by how you act when people treat you like one.” How do you react when you are treated like a servant? I must confess that my reaction isn’t always a prime ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational