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  • Brad Beaman avatar

    Calm Assurance Series

    Contributed by Brad Beaman on Oct 1, 2023
     | 1,808 views

    We are looking at Psalm 16 the golden Psalm. Peter preached about Psalm 16 in his Pentecost sermon and Paul preached on Psalm 16 on his first missionary journey. It was the calm assurance that was instilled into the birth and growth of the church.

    There is a lot of trouble around us. There may also be trouble and conflict with in us. It is everywhere. This world has always been a place of turmoil since the fall. Adam and Eve where the perfect couple in the garden. They disobeyed God, sin entered, and things went amiss. Things went from bad ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Imitating Greatness Series

    Contributed by Mark Opperman on Dec 9, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,955 views

    We can be like Jesus if we live in close fellowship with Him. Here are some areas that will help us be more like Jesus.

    Imitating Greatness Ephesians 5:1-20 Intro: One awesome thing about living your life for God is that He never asks you to do anything that you could not do with His help. He will definitely ask you to do things you could never do on your own, but we need to remember that the same one who calls us ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Lessons From St. Patrick

    Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Mar 27, 2002
    based on 144 ratings
     | 16,054 views

    Patrick role modeled for the Christian community what it means to be a hero of the faith. His attitude in life showed us how to over come in this world. The key was draw closer to God. He also taught us that we have to follow the call of God because it wi

    Lessons from St. Patrick Opening Illustration: Video of Ireland played with Celtic worship in the background. Thesis: Patrick role modeled for the Christian community what it means to be a hero of the faith. His attitude in life showed us how to over come in this world. The key was draw closer to ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Nothing Can Separate You From God’s Love

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on May 28, 2009
    based on 15 ratings
     | 11,217 views

    1. Receiving Jesus brings freedom from condemnation. 2 Being close to God means surrendering control to our loving Father 3. Being a part of God’s family means we are blessed when we face difficulty.

    Sunday 17 May 2009 ASHINGDON PM “Then he opened their minds so they could understand the Scriptures.” (Nothing Can Separate You from God’s Love) Romans 8:1-8:39 ----- I’ve been wrestling with what the Lord has given me for you for a couple of days. In my personal devotions this week I ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Unity, Worship And Relying On God In Hard Times.

    Contributed by Hannah Pinkstone on Dec 16, 2002
    based on 30 ratings
     | 12,606 views

    in hard times bring Christians close to share with you and intercede for you. worship from beginning to end and always trust God’s way! speak the name of Jesus in the face of the enemy!!

    You know how you can get excited about something, so much that when you try to tell people all about it, it just comes out as over excitement?!?!?! Well, I’m excited about this chapter, it’s really cool. So I’ve tried my best to make this part a ’preach’ that’s will be understood, and that it will ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Cup Of Salvation

    Contributed by D Marion Clark on Apr 20, 2016
     | 8,320 views

    What causes the psalmist to break out in his expression of love? The salvation of the Lord. Close to death, the Lord delivered him.

    Psalm 116:1-19 The Cup of Salvation 4/20/00 Introduction Some of you may have picked up in the order of service that we are going through the six psalms of ascent sung by pilgrims making their way to Jerusalem for the Passover. As would have been traditional, Jesus and his disciples most likely ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    God's Plan For Your Increase Series

    Contributed by Bishop Emma Omon on Mar 21, 2014
    based on 4 ratings
     | 48,116 views

    God has a plan for your increase and He wants you to live your life to the full. Drawing vital lessons from Abraham's life and journey of faith, this teaching will guide you in understanding God's principles for Supernatural Increase.

    GOD'S PLAN FOR YOUR INCREASE God has a plan for your increase. And you have to believe that it is the will of God for you to increase in life. It is not a curse or a shame to start small in life. In fact, most of us will start small in life but God’s will is for us to increase as life ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    Walking With God In Wisdom Series

    Contributed by David Ward on Jun 11, 2005
    based on 11 ratings
     | 5,592 views

    BIG IDEA: Walking with God means walking His way, for His pleasure, by His power.

    “Walking With God in Wisdom” James 3:13—4:10 INTRODUCTION: One theme that runs throughout the Star Wars movies is the temptation to give in to the Dark Side of the Force. The Dark Side is seductive, for it appeals to our desires. The Good Side involves self-denial, discipline, sacrifice. The ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Closing In On The Cross Of Jesus Christ - Part 4: Wake Up, Christians, Wake Up! Series

    Contributed by Rick Crandall on Apr 5, 2023
     | 1,592 views

    God wants us to: 1. Wake up to the suffering of our Savior (vs. 36-38). 2. Wake up to the seriousness of our sin (vs. 38-39). 3. Wake up to the strength we need from our Savior (vs. 40-46).

    Closing in on the Cross of Jesus Christ Part 4: Wake Up, Christians, Wake Up! The Gospel of Matthew Matthew 26:36-46 Sermon by Rick Crandall (Prepared April 5, 2023) BACKGROUND: *Please open your Bibles to Matthew 26. By this time, the Lord and His disciples had finished their last Passover meal ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Repairing The Wickets

    Contributed by Ruthie Velazquez-Paredes on Oct 31, 2021
     | 2,420 views

    What is a wicket? Opening or entrance made in a wall.

    Isaiah 58:12 Your people will rebuild the ancient ruins and will raise up the age-old foundations; you will be called Repairer of Broken Walls (wickets), Restorer of Streets with Dwellings. Introduction: Two of the best-known companies in this city have a slogan that catches my attention: 1) ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Friendships Are Important - Friends Accomplish More - Alone Is Dangerous! Series

    Contributed by John Wright on Feb 13, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,791 views

    Friendship are important when they are with the right people, friends can accomplish more together than they can by their self and often times trying to go through life all alone is dangerous, both physically and spiritually.

    Introduction 1. Open your bibles please to 2 Corinthians 6:14-18. Hold this reference. 2. There are many passages that teach the importance of having friends. They teach that two are better than one in most all situations. 3. We will discuss some of the passages from the bible that will help us ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    A Better Hope Series

    Contributed by C. Philip Green on Apr 19, 2018
    based on 1 rating
     | 9,970 views

    If you truly want to become a better person, don’t depend on the law; depend on Christ, your powerful and perfect High Priest.

    In his recent book Soul Keeping, John Ortberg talks about being with friends at an open-air street fair when they spotted a mechanical bull that tries to buck people off. They guy operating the bull said, “Watching it isn't nearly as fun as riding.” So John told the bull operator that he wanted to ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    Transformed By Truth: The Majesty And Humility Of God Psalm 138:6 Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on May 30, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 411 views

    Psalm 138:6 is a verse that encapsulates the paradox of God’s majesty and humility. Our focus is on understanding how the grandeur of God coexists with His closeness to the humble.

    Transformed by Truth: The Majesty and Humility of God Psalm 138:6 Introduction Today, we dive into the rich and profound depths of Psalm 138:6, a verse that encapsulates the paradox of God’s majesty and humility. Our focus is on understanding how the grandeur of God coexists with His closeness to ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Intimacy With God: Our Souls' Desperate Need

    Contributed by James Awosina on Jul 15, 2019
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,357 views

    The route to the experience of the presence of God is earnest desire to seek Him. God will not draw near to us if we have no thirst and hunger for His fellowship.

    INTIMACY WITH GOD: OUR SOULS’ DESPERATE NEED Psalms 42:1 “As the hart panteth after the water brooks, so panteth my soul after thee, O God” In these days of abysmal disconnect from God, the most fitting inspirational counsel is “Draw nigh to God” James 4:8. Our hearts are prone to wander away ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

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    Knock, Knock

    Contributed by John Mccormack on Jun 5, 2013
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,982 views

    OPEN THE DOOR! LET CHRIST IN!

    KNOCK, KNOCK INTRODUCTION: JOHN, THE WRITER OF REVELATION, SENT SEVEN LETTERS TO VARIOUS CHURCHES. SOME CHURCHES WERE COMPLIMENTED; SOME WERE NOT. THE LAODICEA CHURCH WAS NOT COMPLIMENTED, RATHER, REBUKED (REVELATION 3: 15). SPIRITUAL INSIGHT: REVELATION 3: 20 (NKJV) BEHOLD, I STAND AT THE ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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