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  • Dr. Dave Hartson avatar

    The Valley Of Tears Series

    Contributed by Dr. Dave Hartson on Jan 21, 2021
    based on 3 ratings
     | 8,798 views

    We leave the mountain tops because life happens. I get too busy with things I need to do that I don’t read my Bible each day, I find my days flying by and I am too tired to talk with God when I finally have a moment to myself.

    Introduction Last week we talked about how everyone loves the mountain tops not only the physical mountain tops of our great country but also those spiritual mountain tops we encounter with God. And I wish life were such that we could always stay on the mountain top but unfortunately that does ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Religion, Reformation, Or Relationship

    Contributed by Jerry Flury on Nov 1, 2017
    based on 1 rating
     | 12,007 views

    What matters is not what religion you are or cleaning up your act. What matters is your relationship with Christ.

    Religion, Reformation, or Relationship Matthew 12:34b-50 Traditionally, on New Year’s Day, many people make resolutions. About 85% of those made are for some form of self-improvement. While most of those who make resolutions are sincere, only 8% ever achieve their goal. How many times have you ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Fight The Good Fight - Opponent #2: Self

    Contributed by Jerry Rittenhouse on Mar 5, 2019
     | 5,028 views

    Opponent #2 is harder than our first fight. Our first attempt to FIGHT THE GOOD FIGHT OF FAITH was with People and their Problems. But today, our second opponent is the fight we have with SELF. This is a harder match.

    VIDEO: FIGHTING THE GOOD FIGHT (LYRIC VIDEO) CHAMPION VIDEO: MAIN SLIDE: FIGHTING THE GOOD FIGHT SCRIPTURE SLIDES: 1 Timothy 6:12 Fight the good fight of faith. Take hold of the eternal life to which you were called when you made your good confession in the presence of many witnesses. 2 ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Beatitudes PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 2, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 874 views

    Encourages understanding and living out the Beatitudes, demonstrating faith through actions and standing firm in adversity.

    Good morning, dear friends. We gather here today, hearts full of hope. We come with an eagerness to understand. To understand the words of our Lord Jesus Christ. Words that have guided us. Words that have comforted us. Words that have challenged us. Today, we turn to the Book of Matthew, Chapter 5, ...read more

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    Outline Views Of Creation And Discussion Of Origin Of Earth

    Contributed by Luther Sexton on Jun 19, 2018
     | 3,558 views

    Who do we believe in creation?

    VIEWS OF CREATION EXISTENCE WARNING: Please don't get off ended (offended) -- Some of the points are just possible explanations. I will discuss/clarify misunderstandings after church if necessary. New explanations sometimes cause misunderstandings, fears, etc. Ex: Galileo -- Roman Catholic ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Six Priniciples For A Happy And Sucessful Life Series

    Contributed by John Hamby on Nov 19, 2001
    based on 54 ratings
     | 8,318 views

    An examination of the last six commandments that deal with how we are to relate to our fellowman.

    The Ten Commandments – Part III “Six Principles for a Happy and Successful Life” Exodus 20: 12-17 Last week we examined the first four commandments that defined for us what it means to love the Lord your God will all your heart, mind, soul and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Finding Jesus Through Suffering

    Contributed by Jonathan Twitchell on Oct 26, 2006
     | 3,030 views

    The Problem of Evil asks "How can evil co-exist in a universe with an all-good, all-powerful God?" Pastor Jon looks at this difficult problem, drawing from the doctrine of free will, the tarnishing of creation at the fall of man, and the simple fact that

    Last week we spoke of the difference between campaigns and callings—highlighting that Jesus did not campaign for his position as the Great High Priest, but was called to that position like the priests of old. He fulfilled his calling and was obedient to his Father, even though that calling led Him ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    Bless Them

    Contributed by Tim Zukas on Jan 29, 2005
    based on 8 ratings
     | 1,954 views

    Focuses on Jesus addressing the Disciples, not the crowd

    A recent survey has compiled all the qualities that people expect from the perfect pastor: Results of a computerized survey indicated that the perfect pastor preaches exactly 12 minutes. He frequently condemns sin but never upsets anyone. She works from 8 a.m. until midnight and is also a ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Living Together With Like Minds Series

    Contributed by Kenneth Henes on Jun 23, 2004
    based on 24 ratings
     | 4,291 views

    Paul discusses two actions that will give us like minds.

    LIVING TOGETHER WITH LIKE MINDS Philippians 2:1-11 INTRODUCTION A. Spock performing the Vulcan mind meld on Star Trek at the OK Corral, so they would think the bullets were not real. • We have a better basis for which to have like minds, and Paul gives it to us before he calls for us to have ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Iworship Part 1: Why Iworship Series

    Contributed by Stephen Collins on Apr 14, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,720 views

    True worship begins with a clear picture of who we are in light of who God is.

    iWorship Part 1: Why iWorship “To worship God is to ascribe to Him supreme worth, for He alone is worthy.” -Ralph P. Martin "Worship in the Early Church" Icebreaker: I heard a cute story the other day about a little boy named Chris. He was going up the steps to a large church. He saw 3 statues ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Who Is Jesus

    Contributed by John Telgren on Feb 23, 2017
    based on 1 rating
     | 12,565 views

    Many people have opinions about who Jesus is, but opinions are just that . . . opinions. What really matters is what the Bible tells us about Jesus.

    Many, many people have heard of Jesus. But many people really do not know who Jesus is. Was he some ancient sage? Was a he merely a religious teacher? Who is this Jesus? Many have an opinion about Jesus. But do you know how much my opinion is worth? It is worth no more than your opinion. In ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    "Even So Faith, If It Hath Not Works, Is Dead...” (James 1:17)

    Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Apr 20, 2024
     | 1,640 views

    As we drive around town, we see signs on store windows and commercial building that state…NOW HIRING!

    • We are told today by the business world it is difficult to hire people to work. • And we are also told those who are hired it is difficult to get them to work once they are hired. This is also a problem we have in many churches today. However, this is not a big problem in this church because ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    What Kind Of Church Does God Want This Church To Be?

    Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 18, 2022
     | 2,849 views

    I want to talk to you about God’s church. Folks have some strange ideas about the church.

    Illus: Did you hear about Cowboy Joe, who went to church for the first time? Cowboy Joe was telling his friend Charlie about his first visit to the big-city church. • He said, "When I got there, they had me park my old truck in the corral," Charlie said, "You mean the parking ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Prayer Is The Key To Heaven

    Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Oct 24, 2021
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,324 views

    The story is told of a man who was driving through Kentucky and he picked up a hitch hiker. The young man got in the car and they were talking about:

    • The red-necks who lived in that region. • And some of the strong brew they made in that area. The man who was driving from that region said, “Yes, I have lived here all my life and we make some strong brew, If I must say so myself.” The man stated he had some of that strong brew and asked ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    When Ego Rules

    Contributed by David Dunn on Nov 5, 2025
     | 238 views

    When ego rules, possibility collapses; when Christ reigns, humanity rises — sharing His life, not His throne, through divine power and grace.

    The Tower in the Heart “If God exists, then everything is possible.” That single conviction built the ark, parted the sea, and rolled the stone away. The moment a man or woman believes there is a living, limitless God, the boundaries of human reason start to melt like frost in sunlight. But ...read more

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    Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist