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  • Eric Amundson avatar

    A Perfect Christmas Eve

    Contributed by Eric Amundson on Feb 25, 2001
    based on 94 ratings
     | 9,750 views

    Have in your heart the meaning of the day

    There is a lot of pressure on people today. There’s a lot of pressure that this day, Christmas eve, and tomorrow, that they be perfect days. I think most people have a picture in their mind of what they would like their Christmas eve and Christmas day to be like. You have your schedule all set, ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Made New - In The Midst Of Reality Series

    Contributed by Ken Gehrels on May 2, 2001
    based on 59 ratings
     | 4,435 views

    Facing the real, faith challenging situations of life, how can we proceed in the face of doubt? Watch, as Jesus works with Thomas. Consider how we can respond to doubt in our lives.

    Made New - In The Midst Of Reality Bible Reading: John 20: 19-31 PREPARED BY KEN GEHRELS PASTOR CALVIN CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH NEPEAN, ONTARIO GUARANTEED TRUST Some years ago there was a financial ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Jesus' Plan For Our Money Worries

    Contributed by Jim Butcher on Mar 24, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 1,834 views

    This passage is often taken out of context by people wanting "just a little less worry." In fact, the promises here are intimated tied to Jesus’ statements on about investing in the Kingdom (vv. 19-24).

    - These verses make up one of my two favorite passages in the Bible. Still, as I studied this passage this week, I saw something that I had never seen before, something that opened up a depth that I hadn’t known was there. - The key thing that I had never put together is that it is impossible to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Clever Servant

    Contributed by Scott Carmer on Sep 28, 2005
    based on 88 ratings
     | 14,374 views

    Are we as willing to work hard on our relationship with Jesus as the dishonest steward was willing to work for his own future?

    The Clever Servant Luke 16:1-8 October 2, 2005 A few years ago, I became friends with a fellow named Roger who had built a very successful business from the ground up. Starting from almost nothing, he had become President and CEO of a paging service. You know, when you need your doctor in the ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Eldron Gill avatar

    Galatians 4:21-31, Two Wives Are Too Many, Cast One Out Series

    Contributed by Eldron Gill on May 26, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,978 views

    Galatians 4:21-31, Two wives are too many, cast one out

    Two Wives Are Too Many; Cast One Out! Galatians 4:21-31 Jan. 2008 * Finding a mate for life can be a difficult task. Joke - One Wish A woman was walking along the beach when she stumbled upon an unusual old lamp. She picked it up and cleaned it off, and suddenly a Genie appeared. The amazed woman ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Descending Into Greatness

    Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Feb 6, 2012
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     | 8,992 views

    A look at John the Baptist's words that Christ must increase, while he decreases. What does that mean for the Christ follower.

    ✞>I< John 3:26-30 February 5, 2012 When you think about words, the word “DOWN” doesn’t have many positive meanings. It’s a word reserved for cowards, losers and bear markets. It’s a word that is to be avoided or ignored. When you attach it to other words it ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Five Golden Shields

    Contributed by Pat Cook on Dec 5, 2011
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     | 11,421 views

    Father's Day Message about Rehoboam's gold shields, and how we often replace things of value with things of lesser quality.

    1 Kings 14:25-28; 1 Corinthians 16:13-14 – Five Golden Shields Everyone loves a good story. I’m about to tell you a story as background for our message today, but I have to say… it’s not a story with a happy ending. I wish that it ended better, but it’s a sad tale. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Quint Pitts avatar

    S.o.s. For Singles Series

    Contributed by Quint Pitts on Dec 22, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,369 views

    Discussion of the pressures and blessings of being single. Emphasis on what causes singles to send of signals of desperation or contentment

    S.O.S. FOR SINGLES Desperate Households—Part 2 Let’s face it, our society puts enormous pressure on single adults to get married. Let’s take, for an example, the typical American female. By the time she is a toddler she has already been dragged to a wedding, and after the wedding, well-meaning ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    Getting Rid Of Bad Breath

    Contributed by Mark Eberly on Oct 27, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 10,402 views

    Continuing to look at 7 areas to give God control (7UP to God) to follow Jesus holistically, we turn to the social area: our relationships.

    7UP: Getting Rid of Bad Breath Philippians 4:2-3 October 26. 2008 A little girl received a watch and some perfume for her birthday. She was so proud of them because they made her feel so grown up. All throughout the day, she pestered everyone to look at her watch or ask them if they wanted to know ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Jesus For The If In Life

    Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Nov 12, 2008
    based on 26 ratings
     | 23,850 views

    If you need a friend,If you heart is broken,If the doctor said I’m sorry. Jesus for the IF in life.

    “IF” “Jesus for the IF in LIFe” By District Elder M.L. Maughmer, Jr. 2nd Chronicles 7:13-14 “If I shut up heaven that there be no rain, or if I command the locusts to devour the land, or if I send pestilence among my people; If my people, which are called by my name, shall humble themselves, and ...read more

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    Denomination: Apostolic

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    Fast & Furious Part 3 Series

    Contributed by Tommy Jackson on Aug 26, 2014
     | 3,726 views

    Running wide open financially will get you there fast, but is it worth it? Or is it time to slow down and be a little more careful with your finances?

    Fast and Furious EASING UP TO CREATE MARGIN Luke 5:16 AFTER OFFEERING PLAY VIDEO: “Go For Broke” Well, welcome to the third week of the series called “FAST & FURIOUS: EASING UP TO CREATE MARGIN”. Today I want to talk to ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Anthony Zibolski avatar

    Life's Pitfalls And Discoveries- Wisdom Of Trials And Temptations Series

    Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Jan 20, 2017
     | 7,001 views

    the wisdom we can find in God's Word concerning our trials and temptation is life-changing.

    Life’s Pitfalls and Discoveries Wisdom with Trials and Temptations James chapter 1:5-1:18 Introduction- Good morning everyone, today we continue our study of the pitfalls of life and the discoveries that can be found to help us avoid them. Last week we looked at un-forgiveness as the ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

  • Jay Tigner avatar

    Surprised By Grace Series

    Contributed by Jay Tigner on May 8, 2016
     | 6,900 views

    When God calls us to repentance it is a manifestation of His grace in our lives.

    UNEXPECTED GOOD NEWS. Have you ever had something happen in your life that seemed really, really bad and unwanted at the moment but in hindsight that very thing you thought was really, really bad was exactly what you needed even though you did not want it at the time? More than that, because of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Douglas Phillips avatar

    I Choose To Trust

    Contributed by Douglas Phillips on Apr 12, 2018
     | 8,166 views

    THIS IS THE THIRD IN A SERIES OF CHOICES. AS WE AGE WE REALIZE WE DON'T HAVE THE CAPACITY TO DO THINGS THAT WE ONCE HAD AND MUST PRIORITIZE WHAT WE DO. WHAT IS IMPORTANT IN OUR WALK WITH THE LORD.

    I CHOOSE TO TRUST MATTHEW 8:23-28 I THOUGHT I WOULD BRING A FRIEND TO HELP ME WITH THE MESSAGE TODAY, OR AT LEAST THE PICTURE OF A FRIEND. THIS IS MY GIRL SOPHIE (SOPHIE IS MY CAT), AND SHE’S BEEN A BLESSING TO LESLIE AND ME SINCE 2012. ONE THING ABOUT SPOHIE THAT MAKES ME SAD THOUGH, IS THAT ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Ditch The Rat Race. Run The Right Race. (Theme Adapted From Larry Jacobs)

    Contributed by Daniel Habben on Mar 25, 2013
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,544 views

    Ditch the Rat Race. Run the Right Race. 1) Run after a better prize. 2) Run as others have done. 3) Run empowered by Jesus.

    Would you believe me if I told you that Canadians today are working fewer hours than they were over thirty years ago? Statistics Canada reports that in 2011 the average Canadian worked 36.4 hours per week compared to 38 hours per week in 1976. However, as you can see from the chart (displayed on ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran