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  • Jerry DePoy avatar

    "Making A Widow Difference"

    Contributed by Jerry Depoy on Oct 13, 2003
    based on 19 ratings
     | 3,277 views

    If we are not going to "faint, we need to learn how to get things from God. The widow is our example. God delights in coming to the rescue of his children. This message is a study of the Widow and her cry for help.

    Text: (Luke 18:1-8 KJV) And he spake a parable unto them to this end, that men ought always to pray, and not to faint; Saying, There was in a city a judge, which feared not God, neither regarded man. And there was a widow in that city; and she came unto him, saying, Avenge me of mine adversary. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Conqueror

    Contributed by Lou Nicholes on Jan 7, 2005
    based on 17 ratings
     | 4,175 views

    In my lifetime I will go through troubles beyond my control. All things do work together for good as Jesus is conforming me to His image. I will conqueror life’s problems through Jesus Christ.

    THOUGHTS ABOUT THE PASSAGE: It is said that about 200 years ago the tomb of the great conqueror Charlemagne was opened. The sight the workmen saw was startling. There was his body in a sitting position, clothed in the most elaborate of kingly garments, with a scepter in his bony hand. On his knee ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Patience Through Oppression Series

    Contributed by Paul Carlson on Feb 20, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,637 views

    How one can be patient during severe trials?

    Patience through Oppression James 5:7-11 PROPOSITION: Because Christ manifested patience during His life and crucifixion, you must practice patience regardless of your circumstances. I. Experience the fruitfulness of patience. A. Plan for a lifetime of persistent endurance (7)! WATCH YOUR ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Prayer Out Of Hell

    Contributed by James Sulton on Mar 12, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,821 views

    There is no need to go to hell

    Men go to hell of their own volition. God sends no man to hell. Text: V 24 - Bretheren this prayer expresses need. This man in the very belly of hell, was on his back looking up. In this position he saw God. Lazarus in BOS. Sooner or later every lost man will repent here or in hell. Isa. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jimmy Chapman avatar

    When A Christian Gets Discouraged

    Contributed by Jimmy Chapman on Jul 24, 2013
     | 10,397 views

    some things that a discouraged Christian will do

    Discouragement doesn’t discriminate. Even the best Christians come under its power at times. It is the chief occupational hazard of the Christian. Notice what we will do when we get discouraged, I. WE WILL PRAY THE WRONG THINGS II. WE WILL PONDER THE WRONG THINGS We have to guard our ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Tears In A Bottle

    Contributed by John Mccormack on Jun 9, 2014
     | 9,384 views

    DAVID REFLECTS ON HIS PAST EXPERIENCES.

    TEARS IN A BOTTLE OBSERVATION: THE PSALMIST DAVID REFLECTS THE STRESS HE EXPERIENCED WHEN THE PHILISTINES CAPTURED HIM IN GATH. PLACING TEARS IN A JAR WAS COMMON AMONG THE ANCIENT ROMANS AND JEWS. IT CONVEYED SEVERAL REALITIES OF LIFE EXPERIENCES. INTERPRETATION: PSALMS 56:8 (NKJV) YOU ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Better Or Bitter?

    Contributed by John Mccormack on Mar 24, 2014
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,060 views

    KING DAVID EXPRESSES HIS STRUGGLES WITH BITTERNESS.

    BETTER OR BITTER? OBSERVATION: THIS STUDY ADDRESSES KING DAVID’S DEEP DISTRESS OVER HIS LIFE ISSUES. HE USED HYPERBOLIC LANGUAGE TO EXPRESS HIS GRIEF. HYPERBOLE IS A FIGURE OF SPEECH USING EXAGGERATION TO MAKE A POINT. INTERPRETATION: PSALMS 6:6 (NKJV) I AM WEARY WITH MY GROANING; ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    "...other Little Boats"

    Contributed by Kenneth Trent on May 31, 2013
     | 8,837 views

    Calling attention to the phrase "other little boats", we consider the hurt of so many around us.

    “...OTHER LITTLE BOATS" Mark 4:35-41 (v.36) This little phrase is often overlooked and somewhat overshadowed by the more spectacular events mentioned in the account. I. THE REALITY OF THE STORM! Storms on the Sea of Galilee (as on the “sea of life”) are all too common. No ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Faithfulness Of God.

    Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Jun 22, 2023
    based on 2 ratings
     | 1,639 views

    "The gifts and calling of God are without repentance." Romans 11:29.

    THE FAITHFULNESS OF GOD. Romans 11:1-2a, Romans 11:29-32. What is causing Paul so much stress and distress is that Israel ‘have not all obeyed the gospel’ (cf. Romans 10:16). As we enter our present chapter, Paul is asking: Does this then mean that God has “cast away His people” (Romans ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    In My Father's House

    Contributed by Colin Coombs on Oct 12, 2005
    based on 5 ratings
     | 10,299 views

    Encouragement that the promises of the Lord are sure, and our eternal future is secure.

    In My Father’s House John 14:1 – 3 1 "You must not let yourselves be distressed—you must hold on to your faith in God and to your faith in me. 2 There are many rooms in my Father’s House. If there were not, should I have told you that I am going away to prepare a place for you? 3 It is true ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Greg Cooper avatar

    Dealing With Despair

    Contributed by Greg Cooper on Nov 5, 2001
    based on 78 ratings
     | 12,488 views

    WHEN YOUR LIFE IS FALLING APART, GOD IS THERE TO SEE US THROUGH.

    Title: Dealing with Despair Text I Samuel 30:1-6 Intro: We all have crisis in our lives. Times when we feel there is neither hope nor anywhere to turn for relief. Many of us feel that we are living in a perpetual state of crisis and that God himself has turned a deaf ear toward us. This must ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Always Give Thanks

    Contributed by Bob Ashcraft on Nov 18, 2001
    based on 39 ratings
     | 8,526 views

    In a time of war and acts of terrorism, is it appropriate time to give thanks? I believe everyday of our lives is a time to give thanks.

    Always Give Thanks  This week our nation gives thanks for all our bountiful blessings  This year, some will find it hard to give thank in the midst of such tragedies  In a time of war and acts of terrorism, some would say that it is not a time to give thanks  But I ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Maurice Schaus avatar

    Looking Forward In Hope Series

    Contributed by Maurice Schaus on Dec 27, 2003
    based on 45 ratings
     | 15,824 views

    The Advent season provides us a time to reflect and prepare for our Lord’s coming, not just at Christmas, but today, and at the end of time

    Be alert, Jesus tells us. Good advice, as there are now only 25 shopping days until Christmas. Being alert will give you the edge to make this the best Christmas ever. Being alert will allow you to hunt out and sneak into the only vacant parking space in the entire parking lot. Being alert will ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Kelly Fellows avatar

    Christian Wedding

    Contributed by Kelly Fellows on May 23, 2006
    based on 174 ratings
     | 93,022 views

    A basic wedding ceremony for a Christian couple.

    1.Opening Bride and Groom I get to say what Ben & everyone is thinking – WOW! Today ______ & ______ are on the threshold of the closest relationship that can exist between a man and woman . . . marriage – the first and most important institution that was created by God himself at the beginning ...read more

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    Denomination: Foursquare

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    "The Hands Of Christ: Mighty, Yet Humble.” (Mk. 14:32-36; John 18:2-12) Series

    Contributed by Don Schultz on Feb 2, 2002
    based on 74 ratings
     | 7,875 views

    We focus on the hands of Christ, the mystery of his divinity, yet humanity and humility as he suffers for us.

    One of the most complicated pieces of machinery in the world is the human hand. Take a look at your hand for a moment. We take it for granted because it’s there every day, it usually does the things that we want it to do. Your hand is one of the most delicate, yet complex parts of your body. ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran