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  • Gerald Manning avatar

    Trading With God

    Contributed by Gerald Manning on Mar 24, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 11,628 views

    We always win when we trade with God.

    TRADING WITH GOD One of the delights of my life is trading! It's not that I don't like what I have, it's that I want what YOU have, so I'll offer you a trade. Now, one thing you must realize, of course, is that I probably think that what you have is worth more than what I have ... or, I may ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    Tis Better To Give

    Contributed by Jonathan Falwell on May 16, 2013
     | 5,701 views

    Expounding on 1 Peter 3:15-16, speaking about the urgent need to give the greatest gift of all — the good news of salvation — to the world.

    The message that we’ve heard, “A Strange Way to Save the World,” it really, really is. When you think of the manger, when you think of what God did, in John 3:16, that He loved the world so much that He sent His only begotten Son, that He came literally to die on the cross so that ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Shawn Hamilton avatar

    What Are You Investing In?

    Contributed by Shawn Hamilton on Jun 2, 2009
    based on 3 ratings
     | 5,723 views

    This sermon is one that is on the difficult subject of giving and investing in God.

    Where is Your Investment? Hebrews 11:1-11:16 (Intro) A preacher named Ray Stedman traveled across the country for a week of meetings. The only problem was, his baggage didn’t make it. He needed a couple of suits so he went down to the local thrift shop. When he told the salesman, "I’d like to ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    A Spirit Of Thanksgiving

    Contributed by Ricardo Rodriguez on Jul 15, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,672 views

    I Thes 5:16-18 “16Rejoice evermore. 17Pray without ceasing. 18In every thing give thanks: for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus concerning you.”

    “A Spirit of Thanksgiving!” 11/16/2006 - Marsing, ID Ricardo Rodriguez - pastor_rr@yahoo.com I Thes 5:16-18 “16Rejoice evermore. 17Pray without ceasing. 18In every thing give thanks: for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus concerning you.” “16Estad siempre gozosos. 17Orad sin cesar. 18Dad ...read more

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    Denomination: Apostolic

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    He Nay Nee

    Contributed by Robbie Phillips on Jul 20, 2009
    based on 8 ratings
     | 3,855 views

    An overview of the Hebrew word "he nay nee" as spoken to God by followers and its powerful influence on their walk with God

    “He Nay Nee” 7 who said “He Nay Nee” 1. Abraham (Gen 22) 2. Jacob (Gen 31,46) 3. Moses (Exodus 3) 4. Samuel (1 Samuel 3) 5. David (Psalm 40) 6. Isaiah (Isaiah 6) 7. 7 who said “He Nay Nee” 1. Abraham (Gen 22) 2. Jacob (Gen 31,46) 3. Moses (Exodus 3) 4. Samuel (1 Samuel 3) 5. David ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Our Giving Overflows From God's Grace

    Contributed by Gregg Bitter on Jul 22, 2009
    based on 20 ratings
     | 15,873 views

    Is giving for the Lord’s work a struggle? Take to heart what Paul says as he points us to God’s grace in Christ and changes the way we think about giving. Parts: A. Give yourself to your gracious Lord. B. Trust his grace with an undivided heart

    Text: 2 Corinthians 8:1-9, 13, 14 Theme: Our Giving Overflows from God’s Grace A. Give yourself to your gracious Lord B. Trust his grace with an undivided heart Season: Pentecost 6b Date: July 12, 2009 Web page: ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Walking With God

    Contributed by Chris Gowen on Jan 17, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 17,613 views

    Since we have been saved by the grace of God, it should reflect in our walk with God.

    Walking with God Genesis 6:8-10 8 But Noah found grace in the eyes of the LORD. 9 These are the generations of Noah: Noah was a just man and perfect in his generations, and Noah walked with God. 10 And Noah begat three sons, Shem, Ham, and Japheth. (KJV) 8 But Noah found favor in the eyes ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Living In The Contentment Zone Series

    Contributed by Ralph Juthman on Jan 26, 2009
     | 5,697 views

    Third in a three part series on giving and stewardship

    ‘KEYS TO UNLOCKING GOD’S BLESSING ON YOUR LIFE” p.3 Learning to Live in the Contentment Zone 1 Kings 21:1-16; 1 Timothy 6:6; Philippians :11-12 By Rev. Ralph Juthman INTRODUCTION: Paul writes to Timothy, and instructs him to warn the rich in the church not to become complacent in their wealth. Paul ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Serving Together Series

    Contributed by Matthew Stoll on Feb 12, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 13,070 views

    Adapted Rick Warren Sermon for the 40 Days of Community on the need to demonstrate our love for each other by serving each other together.

    Today is the last in our series, what on earth are we here for? What has God placed on this earth to do? To love God and love each other. Remember love is a verb, it is not so much something we feel, as much as it is something we do. Love is a choice. Jesus taught and modeled for us that one ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    This Is A Test Series

    Contributed by Gary Stebbins on Feb 22, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,578 views

    In todays world many are struggling financially, this series is to help us understand how to be rich in a way that honors God. (Adapted from a series by Craig Groeschel, lifechurch.tv)

    Illustration Survey- top 10 countries with the most billionaires … US- 269, Japan- 29, Germany- 28, Italy- 17 We are indeed a blessed nation financially speaking. We have much to be thankful for as a people/country. US- 10th largest consumer- chocolate- Switzerland #1. US- 3rd largest consumer of ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

  • Howard Strickland avatar

    Walking In Abundance Or Lack?

    Contributed by Howard Strickland on Feb 22, 2009
    based on 24 ratings
     | 9,523 views

    The folly of trusting in humans is contrasted with the wisdom of trusting in the Lord. The families of Judah were committed to Baal worship.

    Walking in Abundance or Lack? Text: Jeremiah 17: 5-8 In academic circles a favorite type of question to ask in an exam or an essay starts with the words ‘compare and contrast’. The task is to discuss the differences and similarities between two different ideas or situations, to show where they ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Gregory Thomas avatar

    Pleasing God In Praise

    Contributed by Gregory Thomas on Jun 24, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,504 views

    God is Pleased when you Praise, when your Praise is Continual and Fruitful.

    Pleasing God in Praise Hebrews 13: 15-16 15By him therefore let us offer the sacrifice of praise to God continually, that is, the fruit of our lips giving thanks to his name. 16But to do good ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Rev Dr Randall M Deal Sr avatar

    Do Justice! Series

    Contributed by Rev Dr Randall M Deal Sr on Jul 1, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,653 views

    BIG IDEA: DO what God says is right and DEFEND those being wronged!

    Outline, Devotional, Audio & Video available at http://bit.ly/m5nFsb. Micah 6:1-7 God wants relationship not ritual! Proverbs 21:3, Amos 5:21-23 Micah 6:8 Deuteronomy 10:12-13, Require: Ask vs. Demand Matthew 23:23 God is just and loves justice! Psalm ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Bruce Ball avatar

    A Humble & Obedient Heart

    Contributed by Bruce Ball on Apr 21, 2011
    based on 34 ratings
     | 24,250 views

    A message about the necessity of humbling our hearts, as shown by Jesus in LUKE 14:1-14. It is an explanation of this passage.

    MATTHEW 23:11 “But the greatest among you shall be your servant.” When I was a teenager, I remember telling my father that I wanted to be a successful businessman when I grew up. He asked me what type of business I wanted to work in, and I told him I didn’t know, I just wanted to be a ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

  • Jeff Morrison avatar

    Beyond The Hunger Games

    Contributed by Jeff Morrison on Mar 30, 2012
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,071 views

    There is a distinct difference between one who will give his/her life for their own loved one or even a stranger – and One who gives His life for someone He knows to be a thief, a child molester, a murderer…someone evil. Would Katness give her life for t

    Beyond the Hunger Games John 15:13, Romans 5:6-11 In the movie, “The Hunger Games”, 16 year old Katness is faced with a dramatic choice when her 12 year old sister is chosen by lottery to fight for their district. She knows her sister is small and frail, and that she would not last in ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist