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  • Pastor/Author: Terry Sisney avatar

    When The Tomb Becomes A Womb

    Contributed by Pastor/Author: Terry Sisney on Nov 28, 2009
    based on 90 ratings
     | 45,288 views

    For all those who ever felt like giving up, you’re not alone. But instead of giving up it’s time to fire up, there is something new ahead of you.

    1 Ki 19 1-18 And Ahab told Jezebel all that Elijah had done, and withal how he had slain all the prophets with the sword. 2 Then Jezebel sent a messenger unto Elijah, saying, So let the gods do to me, and more also, if I make not thy life as the life of one of them by to morrow about this ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Kelly Benton avatar

    A Short Timer's Attitude

    Contributed by Kelly Benton on May 1, 2012
    based on 104 ratings
     | 45,199 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

  • Richard Schwedes avatar

    What It Means To Be A Christian?

    Contributed by Richard Schwedes on Apr 3, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,991 views

    Using Ephesians 2:1-10 this sermon explores what it means to be a Christian.

    Who here has seen the movie Ice Age 2: The melt down. In this movie there is a character called Ellie she’s a mammoth. But she has a huge problem she believes she is a possum. She has been adopted by some possums, hung out with possums and tries to do many things that possums do. Like swing from ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Richard Mc Quinn avatar

    I Ran The Race-----And Won! Series

    Contributed by Richard Mc Quinn on Oct 2, 2010
    based on 3 ratings
     | 5,604 views

    Paul writes as a Pastor to his beloved church. He tells them of what joy he receives of their ministry. He encourages them to keep on doing the right things and not agrue, grumble, or fight. Be of one accord.

    I RAN THE RACE AND WON! 10-3-10 New Liberty Christian Church, Veedersburg, IN with Pastor Richard T. McQuinn TEXT: PHILIPPIANS 2:1-30 INTRODUCTION: This is a second of a series of sermons from the book of Philippians. The Apostle Paul is writing to perhaps his favorite church. It is a ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

  • JERRY GATSON avatar

    2019 - The Year In Review

    Contributed by Jerry Gatson on Jan 21, 2020
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,889 views

    Here's a list of every video I could find from 2019. I hope these sermons help you to do what God has called, appointed, anointed, elected, and selected you to do for the people He has assigned to you! Be Blessed!!!

    HERE I AM; SEND ME IN 2019 THE DECISION TO BE DELIBERATE IN PRAYER - https://youtu.be/IlC7dbNOxpE DISCERNING THE LORD’S BODY LIKE YOU CARE - https://youtu.be/5CFHOHNBGeU THE INTIMACY OF INTERCESSION - https://youtu.be/HuC1FrVkgbQ I WANT TO KNOW YOU MORE - https://youtu.be/qHrNA_IiIuQ ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

  • Grant Adams avatar

    A Christian Example: Paul

    Contributed by Grant Adams on Feb 19, 2024
     | 789 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

  • Bret Hammond avatar

    God Will Not Give You More Than You Can Handle Series

    Contributed by Bret Hammond on Aug 5, 2014
    based on 3 ratings
     | 8,685 views

    People who are going through difficult times are often told by others not to worry because, “God won’t give you more than you can handle.” The words are said with the best of intentions but unfortunately no such promise exists in the Bible.

    INTRODUCTION A. I first introduced you to Saeed Abedini several months ago – many heard name on news 1. American citizen –Iranian descent – pastor – has been in Iranian prison since 2012 2. His crime – preaching about Jesus – for that -8 years –worst ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

  • Steve Shepherd avatar

    The Appeal Of An Old Man Series

    Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Nov 10, 2011
    based on 29 ratings
     | 15,510 views

    What was Paul’s appeal as an old man to Philemon? 1- His appeal was love 2- His appeal was acceptance 3- His appeal was obedience

    INTRO.- ILL.- Observations on Growing Older - Your kids are becoming you...and you don’t like them ...but your grandchildren are perfect! - Going out is good. Coming home is better! - When people say you look "Great"... they add "for your age!" - You forget names ... but it’s OK because other ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Larry Semore avatar

    Bless The Lord - God's Benefit Package Series

    Contributed by Larry Semore on Feb 9, 2017
     | 18,208 views

    Psalm 103 is a beautiful psalm of promise and hope

    Bless the Lord Psalms 103 Psalms 103:1-5 (New King James Version) Bless the Lord, O my soul; And all that is within me, bless His holy name! 2 Bless the Lord, O my soul, And forget not all His benefits: 3 Who forgives all your iniquities, Who heals all your diseases, 4 Who redeems your life from ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

  • W Pat Cunningham avatar

    Do We Really Need A Little Christmas?

    Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Dec 11, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,350 views

    The promise of Christmas is a promise of happiness, but on God’s terms, not ours.

    Third Sunday of Advent 2009 climb down the chimney; Put up the brightest string of lights I’ve ever seen. Slice up the fruitcake; It’s time we hung some tinsel on that evergreen bough. For we need a little music, Need a little laughter, Need a little singing Ringing through the rafter, And we need ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

  • Randall Parker avatar

    Come Forth!

    Contributed by Randall Parker on Sep 26, 2011
    based on 2 ratings
     | 12,309 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

  • ROBERT TALLENT avatar

    Fight Like A A Girl

    Contributed by Robert Tallent on Sep 15, 2018
    based on 3 ratings
     | 3,871 views

    Encouragement to fight on

    Fight Like A Girl Judges 4:17-24 Will you always love me, old fat and bald, I do 1. She decided there was a war going on vs 17 The majority of our country may be ok with the sin and filthiness ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Carlton Coon avatar

    Beyond The Death Of Your Child

    Contributed by Carlton Coon on Aug 25, 2024
     | 2,961 views

    Funeral Sermon for an infant.

    Beyond the Death of Your Child On a number of occasions I’ve stood in situations similar to this. From the age of infants the same age to adult children who fell prey to addiction. I’ve never felt adequate to the moment. There are no right words that eliminate the pain. I have a theology that ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Nettie J Pennington avatar

    Embrace Opportunities In The New Year

    Contributed by Nettie J Pennington on Jan 4, 2025
     | 432 views

    Big Idea: The time is now; lay old habits and troublesome ideas to rest!

    Prayer: Father God, Lord Jesus, hallowed is Your holy name; thank You for supplying our needs (Your endless love, a renewed heart, family and friends, a roof over our head, clothes on our back, and food on our table). Thank You for forgiving our sins and encouraging us to forgive others. As we ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

  • Steve Ely avatar

    Road Rules - Pt. 1 - Indian Running Series

    Contributed by Steve Ely on Aug 19, 2010
    based on 3 ratings
     | 6,357 views

    On your mark, get set, GO . . . We are all running. Life is a race. To run well, you must run smart.

    Road Rules Pt. 1 – Indian Running I. Introduction Although you can’t tell it by looking at me now, I have a long history of running in my past. As a 7th grader in middle school I had visions of becoming a great football player. I went out for football and played until my 8th grade ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal