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  • W Pat Cunningham avatar

    Their Action Was Just Bull

    Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Mar 10, 2018
     | 3,002 views

    The problem with making an image of God is that WE are supposed to be in the image and likeness of God.

    Thursday of the 4th Week in Lent 2018 Reformation/Revolution Humans have, from the very beginning, resisted God’s will, even though that will is for our joy and sanctification. God wants us to be so much like Himself that we can be called His adopted children, even now. And He wants as perfect a ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

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    The Finish Line, Cast It Down!

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Aug 7, 2019
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     | 3,598 views

    There has been 4,224 horses race, 13 won the Triple Crown. Jesus promised to reward of those that diligently seek Him. Did you know those closest to the Throne of God lay their crowns at Jesus' feet? Cast them down!

    THE FINISH LINE, CAST THE CROWN By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com THERE HAVE BEEN 4,224 (2016) HORSES RUN THE RACE, 13 HORSE HAVE WON THE TRIPLE CROWN. The Crown of Thoroughbred Horse Racing is the Triple Crown: 1. Kentucky Derby, The Run for the Roses 2. Preakness Stakes. The ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    When You Feel Like Your Efforts Aren't Doing Any Good Series

    Contributed by Jim Butcher on Aug 4, 2015
     | 5,776 views

    A look at both the discouragement that comes when you're doing what's right without reward and the danger that comes when you're doing what's wrong without consequences.

    WHY DO WHAT'S RIGHT? 1. With sin, sometimes we feel like we’re getting away with it. - Having no immediate, embarrassing, catastrophic punishment or consequence fall on us emboldens us to do it again. We begin to become callous. - There is a fear that first time that abates a little each time ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    God Requires Us To Come With Clean Hands And A Clean Heart Series

    Contributed by Michael Trigg on Oct 15, 2006
    based on 11 ratings
     | 14,487 views

    We must resist the pressures to secularise our faith and to accept the beliefs of other gods. We must seek the peace of God in His Word, not in the words of humans.

    God requires us to come with Clean Hands and a Clean Heart ZECHARIAH 5:1 – 11 INTRODUCTION. God requires us to come to Him with clean hands and a clean heart. This means that we need to look clean but we also need to be clean inside. I find it interesting that the world so often concentrates on ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Chris Mason avatar

    New Year's Resolutions Require More Than Duct Tape

    Contributed by Chris Mason on Jan 4, 2003
    based on 51 ratings
     | 7,003 views

    God through the death of His Son offers more than a quick fix, rather He offers a lasting solution!

    INTRODUCTION The first week in January, has to be the most depressing week of the year! The holidays are over, all the family and friends are gone, the presents have all been opened, the Christmas candy has dwindled, and now it’s time to go back to work and school! What a drag! While I think ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    What Does Lordship Require? Pt 1 (Sermon 5) Series

    Contributed by Blake Inscore on Sep 26, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,528 views

    I want to show you through scripture that there are ways you can begin living a life that acknowledges Jesus Christ as Lord right now.

    Lessons In Lordship Part 5 What Does Lordship Require of Me? Introduction: We took a break from our series on Lordship back in June and now I want to return to that theme and share with you some practical connections to this whole idea of what Lordship means to us on a day-to-day basis. To ask ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    What Does Lordship Require Pt 2 (Sermon 6) Series

    Contributed by Blake Inscore on Sep 26, 2009
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     | 3,837 views

    Far too many people who call themselves Christians deny that profession by their daily walk.

    Lessons In Lordship Part 6 What Does Lordship Require of Me? (Part 2) Introduction: Last week we resumed our study on the Lordship of Christ and we focused on two practical questions that Lordship demands we answer. Those questions were: 1. What Am I Holding On To? Is there anything that is ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    What Does Lordship Require Pt 3 (Sermon 7) Series

    Contributed by Blake Inscore on Sep 26, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,282 views

    Within the context of addressing how Christians are supposed to behave, and specifically how they are to relate in a "Christ-like" manner with one another, Paul says, it’s all about submitting to the Lord.

    essons In Lordship Part 7 What Does Lordship Require of Me? (Pt 3) Introduction: Today we are going to finish up our study on the Lordship of Christ. While this series of sermons may conclude, I can assure you, the topic of Lordship is going to be something we face every day. So far in our look ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Shape Me, Transform Me, However You Require Me

    Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on Nov 22, 2010
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     | 5,381 views

    A short talk given at the 20th anniversary service for Anvil House - a home for adults with learning disabilities in Billericay

    (Note to the reader: If you can sing this to the tune of a 1960’s hit that will help get the talk off to a good start) Shape me, transform me however you require me, I know you love me so that’s all right. Shape me, transform me, however you require me, He’s got the power to turn on His light! OK ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    Genuine Love Requires Action 1 John 3:18 Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Feb 27, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 912 views

    Let us embark on a journey through the profound truth found in 1 John 3:18

    Genuine Love Requires Action 1 John 3:18 Let us embark on a journey through the profound truth found in 1 John 3:18: 1 John 3:18 (NLT): "Dear children, let’s not merely say that we love each other; let us show the truth by our actions." In this verse, the apostle John implores us not ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Unspoken Essentials Series

    Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Aug 23, 2010
     | 6,743 views

    If we are to meet the challenge of reaching this culture, we need to be authentic people who possess at least 3 essentials.

    Meeting The Challenge “The Unspoken Essentials” Colossians 3:1-17 * Let’s begin this morning with repeating our 5 core beliefs. While some might know these, mom told me that ‘repetition was the mother of learning.’ (say) * Turn your attention to #5, “The Local Church is the hope of the world.” ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Holiness, What Does It Look Like?

    Contributed by Andrew Moffatt on Oct 17, 2017
     | 4,810 views

    Currently, we are in the Salvation Army spending the whole year mobilising for mission, this months topic is mobilising for holiness. What does it look like, here are a few thoughts and questions that will be presented at tomorrow morning prayers.

    This is a short address that is also a group of questions about what God requires, about holiness. We are called to be a holy people, are you - judge for yourself. What does holiness look like, how can we be mobilised to be holy. At the age of fourteen I committed my life to God as a member of a ...read more

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    Denomination: Salvation Army

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    Jerusalem Council Series

    Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on May 6, 2021
     | 1,384 views

    Paul and Barnabas did not share the view of the few Jews who believed that circumcision is necessary for the converts. They advocated and argued for Salvation through grace without circumcision. Read further to know the decision and its effect.

    Acts 15:22-35 Jerusalem Council’s Decision Circulated 15:22-23 Trustworthy Convoys to Antioch 15:23-29 Four requirements from Converts 15:30-35 Ruling of James on Circulation Acts 15:22-23 Trustworthy Convoys to Antioch. The Apostles decided to communicate the decision of the Jerusalem council ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Pastoral Advice

    Contributed by Darrell Jones on Jun 2, 2005
    based on 30 ratings
     | 4,042 views

    As a pastor I believe with all my heart our church deserves my best effort I can give to my calling. I also know God requires my best.

    A pastor once told me that he didn’t bother with preparing a message from the Lord for his church. He simply just opened up the Bible and preached wherever the pages were opened to. I thought, didn’t his church deserve better than that, and doesn’t God require more than that. Jethro in our text ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Why People Decide Not To Pray?

    Contributed by Joel Santos on Jan 11, 2005
    based on 105 ratings
     | 8,396 views

    But why people decide not to pray? There are some reasons: 1. Prayer Takes Time and Effort, 2. Prayer Needs a Reason, 3. Prayer Requires Passion, and, 4. Prayer Demands Faith

    Why People Decide Not to Pray? (Luke 18:1-8) Introduction ILLUSTRATION. During the lunch our, the president of a large factory wanted to talk to his company’s manger about an urgent matter, but the manager’s secretary said, “He can not be disturbed for he is in conference—as he is everyday at ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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