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  • Sue Richard avatar

    Rejoicing In The Gift

    Contributed by Sue Richard on Dec 15, 2007
     | 4,652 views

    Mary is a model of how to find joy

    LUKE 1: 46-50 REJOICING IN THE GIFT- 12/16/07 I’m sure you’re well aware that the theme for today is JOY. “Rejoicing in the Gift.” The banner announces the theme, the songs we sang, the story for the children. Yet, I know Christmas is not a season of joy for many people. Last ...read more

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    Denomination: Brethren

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    In The Beginning

    Contributed by Troy Borst on Aug 28, 2001
    based on 24 ratings
     | 3,365 views

    Our God is the Creator

    IN THE BEGINNING GENESIS 1:1-2 INTRODUCTION I think it is very appropriate that the first book of the Bible is titled Genesis. Genesis means “beginnings” and this book contains many origins and beginnings. The book of Genesis records for us, by Moses (yes I do believe he was the original ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Dying To Selve

    Contributed by Paul George on Oct 14, 2003
    based on 15 ratings
     | 2,777 views

    "Test yourself to see if you are in the faith; examine yourselves!”

    Because there were individuals in the Corinthian congregation who believed they were Christians and were not Paul wrote in his letter to the church, “Test yourself to see if you are in the faith; examine yourselves!” There are a number of ways we can examine ourselves. We can compare ourselves with ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

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    In The Beginning Series

    Contributed by Troy Borst on Aug 13, 2001
    based on 64 ratings
     | 5,191 views

    What does Genesis 1:1-2 say to us?

    INTRODUCTION I think it is very appropriate that the first book of the Bible is titled Genesis. Genesis means “beginnings” and this book contains many origins and beginnings. The book of Genesis records for us, by Moses (yes I do believe he was the original author/compiler), the beginnings of so ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Living The Truly Good Life

    Contributed by Brian Kluth on Feb 15, 2007
    based on 5 ratings
     | 2,611 views

    Ways to Rise Above the Pull of Materialism Highlights from 1 Timothy

    1) A goal to strive for: Godliness with contentment 1 Tim 6:6,8 Godliness (=devoted to Christ living) with contentment (=satisfaction) is great gain… if we have food and clothing, we will be content with that. Luke 12:15 (Jesus said) "Watch out! Be on your guard against all kinds of greed; a ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Living In The Pages

    Contributed by Johnny Creasong on Jan 13, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,003 views

    Find it hard to obey? Learn to live in the pages!

    LIVING IN THE PAGES LUKE 2:21-38 I John 5:3-4 3 Loving God means doing what he tells us to do, and really, that isn’t hard at all; 4 for every child of God can obey him, defeating sin and evil pleasure by trusting Christ to help him. (TLB) Living in the Pages means OBEDIENCE. Luke 2:21-24 21 On ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Because We Belong To God

    Contributed by Charles Salmon on Oct 26, 2005
    based on 8 ratings
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    Because we belong to God we must be holy in our conduct, live in reverent fear, and love one another sincerely. An expository message.

    Because We Belong to God I Pet. 1:13-25 INTRO.: the Apostle reminds his readers in vv. 1-12 of all they have for which to praise God. They are truly blessed by the grace of God. However, such blessings carry with them serious obligations and in the passage before us, he outlines some of them. Here ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Boat Was Now In The Middle Of The Sea…

    Contributed by Bala Samson on Nov 25, 2012
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,599 views

    We need to know how to deal with unexpected scenarios!

    Boat was now in the middle of the sea… Mathew 14:24”…the boat was now in the middle of the sea, tossed by the waves, for the wind was contrary.” We need to know how to deal with unexpected scenarios! "Who would expect to face a complex day? None of us! We expect smooth, ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Boat In The Middle Of The Sea

    Contributed by Bala Samson on Mar 3, 2014
     | 3,221 views

    Come on, we cannot be expecting to see miracles and supernatural events everyday! We got to move with faith now! Are you listening?

    Boat was now in the middle of the sea… Mathew 14:24”…the boat was now in the middle of the sea, tossed by the waves, for the wind was contrary.” We need to know how to deal with unexpected scenarios! "Who would expect to face a complex day? None of us! We expect smooth, ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    “blessed Is The Man That Trusteth In Him.”

    Contributed by Ronnie Miller on Oct 17, 2014
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,129 views

    Folks, we are living in a fearful time. We have barely gotten the 911 Memorial finished in New York City and terrorist are making serious threats, not only to us but, all over the world.

    “Blessed is the man that trusteth in Him.” Psalm 34:1 I will bless the LORD at all times: his praise shall continually be in my mouth.2 My soul shall make her boast in the LORD: the humble shall hear thereof, and be glad.3 O magnify the LORD with me, and let us exalt his name together.4 ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Hold His Hands!

    Contributed by Bala Samson on Sep 1, 2015
     | 4,846 views

    Trying to maneuver through the labyrinth of this confused world on your own can be a nightmare; trusting and holding His Hands would be the best thing to do!

    Hold His Hands! Psalms 145:16 “You open Your hand And satisfy the desire of every living thing.” Kodaikanal is my home town, while traversing the narrow lanes of Kodaikanal, a lovely hilly town, there would be sumptuous berries in the bushes on either side of the road; as a kid when I ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    I Want My God Back!

    Contributed by Bala Samson on Jan 7, 2015
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,857 views

    Spending time with God and His Word gives you energy, wisdom and strength to handle all the other affairs of our life! He is our Reservoir from where we dig out our blessings! He is the Bread of our life! He is the Living Water!

    I want my God back! 1 Chronicles 13:12”And David was afraid of God that day, and he said, "How can I bring the ark of God home to me?" After you’ve tasted the goodness of God, never can you be away from it! His love is so: wonderful, incomparable, immeasurable and colossal! David for ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    "it's About Us"

    Contributed by Gerald Roberts on May 15, 2021
     | 1,600 views

    Ascension is mostly all about our Lord but I believe everything Jesus did was for us.

    1. Ascension is all about Us Luke 24:44-53 “Its about Us” • I have heard people say it not about us at all, it’s all about Jesus I am curious about that. • I think it’s all about Us, Jesus died for us, Jesus resurrected for us, By His stripes we are healed, • Jesus died to bring ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 12, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 908 views

    This sermon explores God's relentless pursuit of us, the futility of idols, and the promise of redemption, using Jonah's story as a guide.

    Good morning, my dear brothers and sisters in Christ. I am overjoyed to stand before you today, within the warm embrace of our shared faith, to share a message from the heart of God's Word. It's a message that I believe is as timely as the morning sunrise, and as enduring as the steadfast ...read more

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    Is God Just?

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Aug 21, 2002
    based on 66 ratings
     | 10,578 views

    There is a difference between how the world responds to life’s darker moments and how God’s best servants react. It is the difference between desiring and deserving.

    OPENING: A magician working a cruise ship had recently purchased a parrot to be part of his act. However, the bird was not only clever but also annoying. It was constantly telling the audience how the magician accomplished each trick. For example, the bird would say to the audience, "He has the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ