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  • Mark Opperman avatar

    The Mystery Of Christ Series

    Contributed by Mark Opperman on Dec 9, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,680 views

    I. The Mystery of Christ is based on a promise (6) II. The Mystery of Christ is accessible to all (6) III. The Mystery of Christ is visible through the Church (10-11) IV. The Mystery of Christ gives us a clear approach to God (12) V. The Mystery of Ch

    The Mystery of Christ Ephesians 3:1-13 Intro: How many of you like a good mystery (and I’m not talking about the location of your missing sock)? Interestingly enough, the first definition for mystery in Webster’s Dictionary is “a religious truth that one can know only by revelation and cannot ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Settling Into The New Year

    Contributed by Pat Cook on Dec 5, 2011
    based on 2 ratings
     | 9,585 views

    A reworking of one of my previous messages, this time for a New Year's Day emphasis.

    Joshua 1:12-18 – Settling into the New Year I heard a story about a college student who once sent a telegram to his parents reading: "Mom – flunked all courses. Kicked out of school. Wasted all money, mine and yours. Prepare Pop." Soon afterwards, Mom sent back a response: "Pop ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Internal Battle

    Contributed by Jose R. Hernandez on Apr 11, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,285 views

    Today I want us to explore this internal battle that we all face on a daily basis, but most of all, so that we can discover what side we are feeding.

    Someone sent me a reflection the other day that I would like to share with you. There was this ancient Indian that was teaching his grandson about life. Ht told the boy: there is a fierce battle being fought inside of me. And this battle is being fought inside of you and inside of every person ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Wilt Thou Be Made Whole? Potency Vs Impotency

    Contributed by Victor Ramlall on Jun 6, 2014
     | 7,527 views

    Our situation and circumstances can bring us to the point where we become resigned to the status quo, requiring a renewed challenge to our faith. The Word challenges you and it is no idle challenge.The question is real! Wilt thou be made whole?

    After this there was a feast of the Jews; and Jesus went up to Jerusalem. 2 Now there is at Jerusalem by the sheep market a pool, which is called in the Hebrew tongue Bethesda, having five porches. 3 In these lay a great multitude of impotent folk, of blind, halt, withered, waiting for the ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Bruce Lee avatar

    No Excuse Sunday “i’m Out Of Peanut Butter”

    Contributed by Bruce Lee on Aug 31, 2015
    based on 7 ratings
     | 20,736 views

    What is your favorite excuse temptation for not coming to Church? One of the best reasons to come to church is the old rugged cross. (We increased our worship attendance by twenty percent by promoting this "No Excuse Sunday.")

    “I’m Out of Peanut Butter” “But Caleb tried to encourage the people as they stood before Moses. “Let’s go at once to take the land,” he said.” We can certainly conquer it!” But the other men who had explored the land with him answered, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Navigating Life’s Dark Valleys

    Contributed by Dennis Lee on Mar 9, 2017
    based on 7 ratings
     | 26,092 views

    This sermon deals with the dark valleys we encounter in life, various aspects about these valleys, and how we successfully navigate through them.

    Navigating Life’s Dark Valleys Psalm 23:4 Last week we looked at how to handle the stress in our ongoing series entitled, “Spiritual First Aid.” In that message I alluded to the Shepherd’s Psalm, Psalm 23, a couple of time, because within the Psalm God deals with many of life’s stressors. In ...read more

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    Denomination: Foursquare

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    What To Do When You Are Running On Fumes

    Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Aug 29, 2021
     | 8,818 views

    My wife as soon as her gas tank hits half a tank, she says it’s time to get gas but me on the other hand will drive my truck till I nearly run out of gas. Being tired and weary is a physical symptom that indicates the body needs rest and refreshment.

    What to do when you are running on fumes! By Bishop Melvin L. Maughmer, Jr. OPENING: - My wife as soon as her gas tank hits half a tank, she says it’s time to get gas but me on the other hand will drive my truck till I nearly run out of gas. My gas gage will say empty, but I have on my dash an ...read more

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    Denomination: Apostolic

  • Mark Schaeufele avatar

    Family Matters Series

    Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Jul 25, 2018
     | 7,795 views

    It's time to turn the family back to Jesus.

    FAMILY MATTERS Text: Col. 3:18-21 Introduction 1. Illustration: When a national random sample of 1,000 adults was asked about the morality of eight family-related behaviors, large majorities of the public claimed that five of those behaviors are acceptable either because they are "morally ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Ralph Juthman avatar

    Skunks, Chains And The Joy Of The Lord

    Contributed by Ralph Juthman on May 16, 2002
    based on 424 ratings
     | 20,962 views

    Sermon on posessing Joy inspite of circumstances

    The Joy Stealers #1 ‘Skunks Chains, and the Joy of the Lord’ Philippians 1:13-21 Introduction: A funny thing happened in Darlington, Maryland several years ago. Edith, a mother of eight, was coming home from a neighbours house one Saturday afternoon. As she walked into the living room, she saw ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Growing As Christians

    Contributed by Darrin Fish on Oct 3, 2009
     | 1,827 views

    Are you a Christian? Have you received his salvation Will you persevere And are you convinced that you need the word of God in your life

    The secret club • Little Raskels “He man women haters club • Adult Clubs – Masons • These clubs just wont let you in on what is happening inside It seems like in life churches tend to do this also • We don’t let the outside world know the secrets of Christianity • Members of our churches act in ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    Scattered Sheep

    Contributed by J. Yeargin on Nov 7, 2005
    based on 18 ratings
     | 8,735 views

    How do we respond when we see others not living for the Lord? Perhaps we sometimes get frustrated with family members or friends that keep running from God.

    Introduction: We have a responsibility to ourselves our families and our community to bring the light of the gospel to those who live in darkness and without Christ. Perhaps we get discouraged with how we see other people living. How do we respond when we see others not living for the Lord? ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Mark Perryman avatar

    Alone With God

    Contributed by Mark Perryman on May 11, 2006
    based on 9 ratings
     | 12,475 views

    Being alone with God changes you. Jacob had been through enough, he wanted change. He was willing to encounter God as a result.

    INTRO: This last week have you had an opportunity to spend time with your best friend? That is God. Do you know something? He’s been waiting for you to spend some time with him. Question: Do you guys ever get that excited feeling when you’re going to see a good old buddy who is very close to you? ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Joel Ferren avatar

    Joshua's Needed

    Contributed by Joel Ferren on Jun 8, 2005
    based on 19 ratings
     | 7,696 views

    When Moses finished his work, God chose a Joshua to continue it. As the Moses’s of the faith pass on, God is looking for some Joshua’s to step up to leadership.

    Help Wanted Joshua on Leadership May 29, 2005 PM Joshua 1:1-9 (NIV) After the death of Moses the servant of the Lord, the Lord said to Joshua son of Nun, Moses’ aide: [2] "Moses my servant is dead. Now then, you and all these people, get ready to cross the Jordan River into the land I am ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

  • Mark Elkins avatar

    Rediscovering God's Blessings

    Contributed by Mark Elkins on Feb 15, 2003
    based on 37 ratings
     | 8,431 views

    God wants to bless us. This message gives insight on finding His blessing. Isaac found his father’s wells. We could find some wells from our Father also.

    A man and his wife were walking in a crowd. The husband delighted his wife by taking her had. She asked, “You don’t want to lose me?” He replied, “I don’t want to have to look for you.” Hodgin, Michael. 1001 Humorous Illustrations # 824 P.312. Isn’t that the way we are? We don’t want to have ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Joy In The Christian Life -- Overcoming Hindrances To Spiritual Work

    Contributed by Timothy Shumer on Aug 27, 2005
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,763 views

    This was a message in a series on “joy in the Christian life” based on the book and life of Nehemiah.

    So far as we have gone through Nehemiah = His book and his life - Briefly looked at his Godly character - His deep-seated desire to make a difference for the glory of God - Godly separation = Necessity of prayer for Spiritual power for Spiritual work - Willingness to sacrifice to obtain greater ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist