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  • Patrick Nix avatar

    God’s Pleasure, Our Purpose Series

    Contributed by Patrick Nix on Aug 10, 2010
    based on 7 ratings
     | 6,834 views

    When life isn’t satisfying, when God is not coming through, when marriage fails, when a good child goes bad, those same people blame God and/or church. What am I saying? Life is so much more! Your spiritual life is so much more! You feel it...a magnetism

    Bill Mallory traveled to India and back to find his life’s purpose - He never found it. He asked at every Chevron - “As you travel, ask us.” He only received a credit application in the mail as a response. You’ll not find it at a gas station, on a talk show, or in a self-help book. You’ll only find ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Arrow

    Contributed by Joseph Neil Adams on Jan 7, 2008
     | 4,698 views

    A Family all age message about practicing our faith, leaning on the Spirit & staying close to Jesus.

    The Arrow 2 Peter 1: 3- 11 WORD # 1 I want to suggest that being a Christian is lot like being an arrow. Now I’m no expert on arrows, though have seen them used, I can remember Errol Flynn - Robin Hood, anyone else? I can remember hours spent as a child imagining life as Robin Hood firing pretend ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Open Doors Of Opportunity (2) Series

    Contributed by Perry Greene on Aug 25, 2014
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,972 views

    Are we open or closed as a congregation? Is the work and worship about us only or do we include others?

    1. St Catherine's Monastery One of the oldest monasteries in the world is Saint Catherine's. Built by Emperor Justinian to protect the monks in the region, St. Catherine's sits at the foot of Mount Sinai in Egypt. The walls are made of granite and are between 8 and 35 meters tall. Up until last ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Then... Came Jesus

    Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Jan 28, 2022
     | 3,155 views

    Notice, our Bible tells us in verse 19, that the disciples were “assembled” behind closed doors.

    Many folks believe it is possible the doors were locked since the reason they were shut up was because they feared for their lives. The Greek word used for “closed” here certainly indicates “secured” or “locked.” Since the Bible points out that they were behind closed doors at that particular ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Stages Of Faith Series

    Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Feb 29, 2012
    based on 1 rating
     | 9,808 views

    We will close out this chapter looking at the stages of faith as seen in the life of a government official of Jesus’ day.

    Tonight we will finish up chapter 4 of John. We’ve now gotten away from the story of the woman at the well. Last week we talked about how we show evidence of our faith when we honor Jesus, when we welcome him into our lives, and finally when we receive Him. Tonight we will close out this chapter ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Building Emotional Intimacy In Marriage Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Nov 23, 2025
     | 123 views

    This teaching reveals how couples can deepen emotional closeness, understanding, and unity for a healthier and joyful marriage.

    BUILDING EMOTIONAL INTIMACY IN MARRIAGE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Genesis 2:24 Key Verse: “And they shall be one flesh.” — Genesis 2:24 Supporting Texts: Ecclesiastes 4:9-12; Ephesians 4:2-3; 1 Peter 3:7; Colossians 3:12-14; Song of Solomon 2:16 INTRODUCTION Emotional intimacy is the ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Storm Survival

    Contributed by Dr. Fred W. Penney on Oct 19, 2020
     | 3,796 views

    This sermon looks at the closing words from the sermon on the Mt. and applies it today's global pandemic.

    Text: Matthew 7:24-29 Big idea ? “build your house on the Rock” Introduction ... The Problem– Storms! Can we find Peace in the pandemic? the Covid -19 pandemic makes “snow-maggen” look like a picnic in Bowering Park in a sunny afternoon. Worldwide we seem to be in a second wave... case ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Connecting With Community Provides Hope Series

    Contributed by Brian Atwood on Jun 8, 2007
    based on 9 ratings
     | 9,528 views

    The more closely I am tied to the Christian community of a local church the more hopeful I will be!

    Connecting with Community Provides Hope – 1 Thessalonians 2:17-20 Part 2 of 4 in the series “A Time for Hope!” We’re glad you’re here today as we continue our series on hope. Hope is a vital part of life. Once you start losing hope your life becomes more challenging. You’re more easily ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Lessons From A Lonely Apostle Series

    Contributed by Donald Mcculley on Mar 18, 2019
     | 4,636 views

    Paul closes out this letter with some personal remarks. From this passage we learn several truths.

    LESSONS FROM A LONELY APOSTLE II TIMOTHY 4:9-18 Introduction: Someone once said, “It’s lonely at the top.” I have news for you. “It’s lonely at the bottom too!” Paul closes out this letter with some personal remarks. From this passage we learn several truths. I. There Will Always be People ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Hardest Thing Series

    Contributed by Tim Smith on Feb 7, 2016
    based on 1 rating
     | 8,837 views

    What do you as a follower of Jesus Christ when someone close to you has hurt you?

    The Hardest Thing You’ll Ever Do Philemon What do you do when the person closest to you has betrayed and hurt you? I had a friend in college with whom I reconnected after I moved back from seminary. Let’s call her Jane. She had a whirlwind romance and after just six months, got married. ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    The True Measure Of A Minister Series

    Contributed by Christian Cheong on Jul 18, 2023
     | 2,289 views

    Paul addresses his critics directly and highlighted a few lessons. A true ministry does not draw attention to himself, commits to the work God assigns and lives for the audience of One, his Lord.

    2 Cor 10:7-18 The True Measure of a Minister 2 Cor 10:7-18 – Paul addressing his critics 7Look at what is before your eyes. If anyone is confident that he is Christ’s, let him remind himself that just as he is Christ’s, so also are we. 8For even if I boast a little too much of our authority, ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    God’s Love Changes Everything

    Contributed by Ellie Wakeman on Dec 15, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 17,782 views

    Exploring the power of God

    There’s nothing like tucking your little one in bed at night. You put the covers over them so that they are snuggly warm, you give them a great big hug and a gently placed kiss on the cheek and whisper, “good night sweetie” and then, the moment of all moments, with those innocent little eyes ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    The Feeding Of The Twelve

    Contributed by Jon Lipka on Jul 22, 2012
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,389 views

    Jesus invites His close followers to come away with Him to a quiet place, to fellowship with Him and the Father.

    It’s good to be back home with the household of God, my St. Thomas family. Last week, I attended the Forward in Faith Assembly in St. Louis, Missouri, along with Bishop and my mom. We had quite an adventure coming home. Our flight from St. Louis to Philadelphia was cancelled. Then our ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    Standing Firm Series

    Contributed by Ronald Thorington on Jan 1, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,403 views

    There are many treats to a believer’s stability, but with their close fellowship with the body of Christ they will have the strenght to stand firm.

    #26, 10-14-07 Standing Firm Introduction, Why are so many Christians inconsistent in their walk with God? Different types of inconsistent Christians, 1) “Roller-coaster Christians, 2) “Light-Switch Christians 3) “Hot or Cold Christians, 4) “Bang-Fizz” Christians Text, Philippians ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    The Goodness Of God Series

    Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Feb 2, 2010
    based on 2 ratings
     | 27,563 views

    Today, I want us to consider the goodness of God. The goodness of God is designed to appeal to our better nature and cause us to respond favorably to God. The purpose of God's goodness and forbearance is not to encourage sin, but to appeal to man's better

    The Goodness of God Romans 2:4 “Or despisest thou the riches of his goodness and forbearance and longsuffering; not knowing that the goodness of God leadeth thee to repentance?” In the book of Romans, Paul introduces the Gospel of Jesus Christ as the only means for an unrighteous man ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist