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  • Jason Jones avatar

    Where The Deer And Antelope Play

    Contributed by Jason Jones on Apr 30, 2012
     | 7,790 views

    A talk on Paul's instruction to remain strong in the Lord amidst temptations in a worldly-culture.

    Text: 1 Cor 16:13-14, Title: Where the Deer and Antelope Play, Date/Place: NRBC, 4/29/12, AM Opening illustration: Background to passage: All of these words are present tense imperatives. Main thought: Paul gives them a final word of exhortation as he closes out the letter ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Short Timer's Attitude

    Contributed by Kelly Benton on May 1, 2012
    based on 104 ratings
     | 45,180 views

    To help the listener see the need to set spiritual goals.

    This is really an awesome time of the year isn’t it? I love the weather, being able to do yard work, ball games, and cook outs. Children all over the nation also love this time of year as the school year is coming to a close. Parents, teachers, coaches, and anyone that is around kids this time of ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    The Poverty Of Satisfaction

    Contributed by Philip Harrelson on May 14, 2012
    based on 5 ratings
     | 16,070 views

    Acceptance of your surroundings can lead to great defeat.

    2 Kings 7:1-9 KJV Then Elisha said, Hear ye the word of the LORD; Thus saith the LORD, To morrow about this time shall a measure of fine flour be sold for a shekel, and two measures of barley for a shekel, in the gate of Samaria. [2] Then a lord on whose hand the king leaned answered the man of ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Auto Correcting God

    Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Apr 21, 2013
     | 5,393 views

    This message focuses on the auto-correct functions of smart phone and how we are sometimes like the smart phones in how we try to auto correct God.

    Auto-Correcting God Scripture: Genesis 3:1-6; Genesis 5:1-3; Proverbs 14:12 Introduction: Although it was “my” goal to continue with my present series “Be Encouraged” I felt led to hold it until I return in a few weeks. This morning I want to share a brief warning with ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Job As A Man Of God

    Contributed by Carl Palatino on Apr 30, 2013
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,675 views

    In times of suffering there is a man of God that we could consider as part of our encouragement to press on and face the trials and suffering.

    JOB AS A MAN OF GOD Introduction: The book of Job has no concrete evidence that Job wrote it while it is possible that may Job written it. Job means “hated” or “the much persecuted.” Perhaps “Job” was a nickname his friends gave him during his suffering. Three ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • David Welch avatar

    Affirmation Factor Pt 2 Series

    Contributed by David Welch on Apr 19, 2018
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,156 views

    10th message in a series exploring the wonder of God as our loving Father. This message continues the discussion of how God is and affirming, encouraging and acknowledging Father.

    “Affirmation, Encouragement, Acknowledgment” (The Fatherhood of God Pt 10) Review I. The Likeness Factor – Dad’s impeccable genes II. The Unconditional love & acceptance factor–Dad’s incomprehensible love III. The Protection and security Factor – Dad’s impervious protection IV. The Presence ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

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    When Bad News Comes--The Battle Is Not Yours-Its The Lord's Series

    Contributed by William Akehurst on Dec 20, 2018
    based on 1 rating
     | 19,734 views

    We face battles in life. Through GOD's WORD, we learn a principle to apply to life. The Battle is not yours, it's the LORDS. Stand on GOD's Promise, Begin with PRAISE as you consider the battlefield, Position Yourself, Stand Firm Trusting HIM, and See GOD's Hand at Work.

    2018.05.06.SERMON THE BATTLE IS NOT YOURS WILLIAM AKEHURST, HSWC KEY PRINCIPLE: In life we face many battles and struggles. GOD'S WORD TELLS US..."The Battle is not yours, it's the LORDS". Turn to GOD, Stand on GOD's Promise, Begin with PRAISE as you consider the battle ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    How To Be A Somebody, By God!

    Contributed by Bob Coulter on Sep 5, 2011
     | 3,051 views

    Divine principles that will build you up!

    Matthew 2:4-6 says, “Where is he that is born King of the Jews?...and they said, in Bethlehem of Judaea”. We hear these verses of scripture read every year at Christmas time, but do we really hear them? If you was going to bring a child into the world, a very special child that you ...read more

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    Go Forward!

    Contributed by Bob Coulter on Sep 5, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 14,708 views

    God calls us to march on through hardships and discouragements.

    I believe the Bible is the most inspiring, encouraging book ever written! I also believe we often miss the fullness of inspiration God desires for us. We miss it partly because we live in a VIDEO world (we would rather watch something than read it). We miss it partly because we live in a very ...read more

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    They Sent Me Here To Finish Series

    Contributed by Davon Huss on Sep 5, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,579 views

    A sermon on Hebrews 12:1-3 on running the Christian race

    Introduction: Dr. Johnny Pressley is coming on October 23- 26. He loves to run. He runs every day. He will run a marathon on the weekend if he has a light week after it. Runs several marathons a year. Since many of us have the day off tomorrow let’s run. There’s a race at the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Randall Parker avatar

    Come Forth!

    Contributed by Randall Parker on Sep 26, 2011
    based on 2 ratings
     | 12,279 views

    You've been in that tomb too long!!!! It's time to COME FORTH!!!

      "COME FORTH” John 11:43 Bishop Randall Parker III This is a season of Uncommon….unexpected blessings in the lives of God’s people, and there are people on the verge of these blessings, so don’t give up regardless of what your circumstances look like. God can work a ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Brian Williams avatar

    Shaping The Next Generation

    Contributed by Brian Williams on May 16, 2023
     | 4,547 views

    We can, by the power of the Spirit be part of shaping the next generation and encouraging them to take a stand for the Lord, to speak up for truth and what is right when the world is telling Christians to sit down and keep our convictions to ourselves.

    I was reading an article on how to understand Millennials and Gen Z (born between 1980-2012). This article said, “You can learn a lot about a generation by looking at the generation of parents that raised them.” In a book called A Generation at Risk, a 20-year longitudinal study revealed how ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Jessie Manuel avatar

    "Called Out To Serve”

    Contributed by Jessie Manuel on Nov 6, 2022
     | 2,691 views

    . Summary: To speak to a congregation a message of hope, restoration, and growth in the local church,

    Summary: To challenge the hearers to identify themselves not always as the lost sheep but to see themselves as "lead sheep" or shepherds by caring and loving God’s "sheep", using Jesus Christ as their example. To speak to a congregation a message of hope, restoration, and ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Grant Adams avatar

    A Christian Example: Paul

    Contributed by Grant Adams on Feb 19, 2024
     | 771 views

    Paul was one of the greatest Christian examples in scripture. He was a man who responded to God's calling in his life and has encouraged us to follow in his footsteps.

    I realize I am not the Holy Spirit, nor am I God, nor can I respond for you, but I must teach and preach in such a manner that God can cause you to respond. Tonight, I want to approach this Bible study in a different manner. I want us to use an example of a man who did respond to God's calling ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Charles Jones avatar

    I Keep Him So He Can Keep Me

    Contributed by Charles Jones on Dec 25, 2021
    based on 1 rating
     | 13,164 views

    When the times get hard (and they do get hard), I know it’s just temporary. It’s like when the rain comes, it can rain a lot or it can rain for days, but sooner or later the rain will stop and the sun will shine again.

    I Keep Him So He Can Keep Me" He is ever present with me; at all times He goes before me. I will not live in fear or abandon my calling because He stands at my right hand. The Voice Bible Psalms 16:8 How many of you know that life is full of ups and downs, one day theres, joy and ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal