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  • Wayne Lawson avatar

    Just Trying To Do My Job

    Contributed by Wayne Lawson on Jun 8, 2011
    based on 14 ratings
     | 22,465 views

    We spend so much time debating with God that we miss out on our blessings. God is trying to take us out of the norm and we fight the Lord because we are comfortable and satisfied where we are.

    TITLE: JUST TRYING TO DO MY JOB SCRIPTURE: ST. LUKE 5:1-11 Have you ever found yourself in the position, where it seemed like no matter what you did, it just was NOT GOOD ENOUGH? Have you ever found yourself in the position that no matter how hard you worked, seemed like you just could not get ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • James Wallace avatar

    How To Follow Jesus--Though Persecuted Series

    Contributed by James Wallace on Jun 8, 2021
     | 2,465 views

    How we regard difficulties and persecutions will have everything to do with whether we respond positively or negatively to them. Surprising to us, the very things designed by men to destroy faith cause it to thrive, when we have a godly attitude.

    Jeanie and I recently read a book with a provocative name—The Insanity of God—by the pseudonymous author Nip Ripken. Of course, the title elicits the question, what is insane about God—a question the author never directly answers, but only becomes evident upon contemplation of his message. It ...read more

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    Denomination: Bible Church

  • David Owens avatar

    Encourage One Another Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Jan 23, 2023
     | 6,459 views

    We all need encouragement and encouragement is one of the most important things we can do for each other. Let's learn to encourage each other by our faithful lives, our presence, and our words.

    Introduction: A. The story is told of a man who opened his front door one morning to get his newspaper and was surprised to see a strange dog with his newspaper in his mouth. 1. Delighted with his unexpected “delivery service,” the man gave the dog a treat. 2. The following morning the man opened ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Howard Gwartney avatar

    God’s Got This!

    Contributed by Howard Gwartney on Aug 5, 2021
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,047 views

    I saw a post on Facebook that I thought would make a great title for a sermon. A friend was requesting prayer for a family member and someone wrote, “I’m praying with you. God’s got this!”

    I saw a post on Facebook that I thought would make a great title for a sermon. A friend was requesting prayer for a family member and someone wrote, “I’m praying with you. God’s got this!” 1. THE FORCEFUL DOWNPOUR Matthew 14:24 But the boat was now in the middle of the sea, tossed by the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Charlie Roberts avatar

    Time To Start A Fire

    Contributed by Charlie Roberts on Jun 27, 2021
    based on 2 ratings
     | 5,737 views

    Hear me now, if you know and I mean truly know the Son of God, you have a reason to sing! It’s time we sang the praises of our Savior louder and clearer than we ever have!

    Time To Start A Fire Illus by sermon central: The Fire H. A. Ironside told the story of pioneers who were making their way across one of the central states to a distant place that had been opened up for homesteading. They traveled in covered wagons drawn by oxen, and progress was necessarily ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Dr. Odell Belger avatar

    The Realities Of The Christian Life

    Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Jan 25, 2022
     | 1,975 views

    The psalmist expressed what many of us have expressed or thought.

    He said, “...Oh that I had wings like a dove! for then would I fly away, and be at rest.” The Psalmist was not the first, and he certainly was not the last person who wished he had wings as a dove so he could fly away. Illus: We all have felt like the man who went to the bus station and told ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Jesus Wept - Part Two(Covid) Series

    Contributed by Scott Bayles on Oct 30, 2020
     | 4,697 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

  • D. Dewaine Phillips avatar

    Power For Evangelism

    Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Mar 29, 2022
    based on 2 ratings
     | 3,205 views

    Isaiah’s prophecy applies to believers today, providing the words we need to move us into action in sharing our faith. This passage contains two parts: first, the gospel message; and secondly, assurance for the evangelist.

    Isaiah chapter 55 shares a message that can be applied to those getting ready to embark on a missionary journey, and to those getting prepared to share their faith in Christ. Within this passage is contained a two-part teaching. The first part, found in verses 1-7, shares the basic content of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Christopher Arch avatar

    Habakkuk's Prayer

    Contributed by Christopher Arch on Oct 16, 2021
     | 3,136 views

    This is from a series on the great prayers of the Bible.

    Title: Habakkuk’s Prayer Scripture: Hab. 3 Type: Expository series Where: GNBC 10-17-21 Intro: How do you live by faith in a fallen world? Have you ever struggled with the perception of there being a lack of justice in this world? In philosophy courses in college the problem is often put as a ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    The Preacher Rescued From Death Series

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Sep 27, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 297 views

    Acts 23:12-35 shows us how God’s providence works in his most holy, wise, and powerful preserving and governing all his creatures, and all their actions.

    Introduction In December 2005, Tony Dungy, coach of the Indianapolis Colts, suffered a tragic loss with the death of his 18-year-old son. At the same time, the Colts faltered during their final games and lost the chance to play for the Super Bowl that year. As players cleaned out their ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • David Owens avatar

    Sermon 11 - Relations That Work Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Dec 8, 2025
     | 204 views

    As Colossians chapter 3 ends and chapter 4 begins, Paul addresses the relationships that disciples need to navigate. Paul teaches that when the Lordship of Jesus is lived out in our relationships, then they work best.

    Introduction: A. Let’s start with a Peanuts cartoon about relationships. 1. Lucy says to Snoopy: “There are times when you really bug me, but I must admit there are also times when I feel like giving you a big hug.” 2. Snoopy replies: “That’s the way I am…huggable and buggable.” B. And how ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Barbara Folsom avatar

    Worship Is Dangerous

    Contributed by Barbara Folsom on Feb 2, 2002
    based on 34 ratings
     | 7,490 views

    Knowing and worshiping God is dangerous.

    Psalm 100 Shout for joy to the Lord, all the earth. [2] Worship the Lord with gladness; come before him with joyful songs. [3] Know that the Lord is God. It is he who made us, and we are his; we are his people, the sheep of his pasture. [4] Enter his gates with thanksgiving and his courts ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

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    Learning From Opposition Series

    Contributed by Jeff Seaman on Aug 5, 2001
    based on 44 ratings
     | 12,671 views

    what can we learn when we face opposition & problems

    REBUILBING YOUR WALLS Part 2 “LEARNING FROM OPPOSITION Part” Nehemiah 4 Pastor Jeff Seaman Have you ever had one of those weeks that everything went wrong that could go wrong? This has been one of those weeks for me. I have started this week on a new job so that we can put more money back into the ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Facing Problems

    Contributed by Jeff Seaman on Aug 5, 2001
    based on 34 ratings
     | 6,442 views

    learning through problems

    “LEARNING FROM ProblemsPart” Nehemiah 4 Pastor Jeff Seaman Have you ever had one of those weeks that everything went wrong that could go wrong? This has been one of those weeks for me. I have started this week on a new job so that we can put more money back into the church for ministry. I was a ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Dr. Stanley Vasu avatar

    David And Goliath : A Triumph Against All Odds

    Contributed by Dr. Stanley Vasu on Aug 22, 2005
    based on 127 ratings
     | 45,882 views

    THIS SERMONS REVEALS THE AMAZING SECRETS OF DAVID’S VICTORY OVER GOLIATH NAMELY 1. CONTRAST 2. COURAGE 3. CONFIDENCE 4. COMMENTS 5. CONFESSION 6. CONTEST 7. CHAMPION

    DAVID AND GOLIATH : A TRIUMPH AGAINST ALL ODDS ******************************************** OUTLINE 1. CONTRAST 2. COURAGE 3. CONFIDENCE 4. COMMENTS 5. CONFESSION 6. CONTEST 7. CHAMPION THE MESSAGE DAVID AND GOLIATH : A TRIUMPH AGAINST ALL ODDS ******************************************** 1. ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal