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  • Philip Harrelson avatar

    Desperate Places

    Contributed by Philip Harrelson on Aug 6, 2010
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     | 4,776 views

    You can sometimes be placed in difficult situations but be in the perfect will of God.

    Philippians 1:12 KJV But I would ye should understand, brethren, that the things which happened unto me have fallen out rather unto the furtherance of the gospel; Philippians 1:12 AMPLIFIED Now I want you to know and continue to rest assured, brethren, that what [has happened] to me [this ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Consider Him

    Contributed by John D Jones on May 2, 2010
    based on 11 ratings
     | 10,094 views

    In Christ Jesus we have both the exemplar and the enabler! Greater is He that is in you than he that is in the world! When we Consider Him, we run the race, we relinquish the weights, and we finish the race to receive the prize.

    “Consider Him” Hebrews 12:1-4 Text: verse 3 Introduction: I want to call your attention to the first 3 words of verse 3, in which the writer encourages the reader, “For Consider Him.” This is an appropriate exhortation because the entire book is a treatise on Considering ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jimmy Chapman avatar

    Another Spirit Series

    Contributed by Jimmy Chapman on May 7, 2010
    based on 15 ratings
     | 19,295 views

    Caleb is one of those men whom we seldom meet with in the Bible, but whenever we do meet him we are better for the meeting. Caleb is one of those rare individuals with “another spirit.” Caleb was a man different from the crowd. He was man made from a

    “Another spirit” Numbers 14:13-24 Joshua 14:6-15 Caleb is one of those men whom we seldom meet with in the Bible, but whenever we do meet him we are better for the meeting. Caleb is one of those rare individuals with “another spirit.” Caleb was a man different from the crowd. He was man ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Graveyard Of Bones

    Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on May 28, 2010
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    God is able to restore dead and dried up bones. He is also able to give hope to the hopeless. He is the giver of life.

    A graveyard of dry bones Ezekiel chapter 37:1-14 Introduction- Turn to Ezekiel chapter 37:1-14. Old Testament between Lamentations and Daniel. I want to talk to you about the dry bones of Israel. Before you think you know where I am going with this, I ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

  • Ajai Prakash avatar

    Finding God’s Comfort

    Contributed by Ajai Prakash on May 29, 2010
    based on 37 ratings
     | 33,779 views

    In some of the storms of life, God intervenes and shelters us. In others, He allows us to be exposed so that we will be pressed more closely to Him.

    Opening illustration: Whether we are reading the daily paper, listening to the radio, or watching TV, the news is filled with what one might call the fruits of discouragement and even despair. Life is like a continuous newsreel showing the futile actions of people trying to live without a biblical ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Affirming The Afflicted

    Contributed by Gordon Curley on Nov 27, 2010
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     | 5,377 views

    Affirming the Afflicted (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request - email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

    Reading: 2 Thessalonians chapter 1 verses 1-12 Ill: • I am sure we have all seen the type of western film; • When the cowboys are besieged and hopelessly outnumbered. • They are low on provisions and short of ammunition. • They cannot hope to hold out for much ...read more

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    Denomination: Brethren

  • David Henderson avatar

    "Sticky Faith" Series

    Contributed by David Henderson on Jan 5, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,538 views

    In this message I discuss the things that are vital to building a sticky faith. Churches must be filled with people who have a sticky faith that will help others decide to stay.

    FAITH MATTERS Sticky Faith 1st Corinthians 9:19-23 You are looking at a picture of the Sunshine Skyway bridge. Fo those of you who have lived in this area a long time you can remember the tragedy that took place in 1980 when the Sunshine Skyway bridge collapsed. Here is a picture from that year. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Rich Anderson avatar

    This Is The Day That The Lord Has Made Series

    Contributed by Rich Anderson on Jan 21, 2011
    based on 17 ratings
     | 43,090 views

    How do we serve God in our lives? We can turn to Scripture to find out. It may not be easy, but it will be worth it.

    “This is the day which the Lord has made, Let us rejoice and be glad in it!” Psalms 113-118 comprise a wonderful 6 psalm praise to God called the “Egyptian Hallel” (Hallel meaning praise in the Hebrew.) These 6 psalms were sung during the main Jewish holidays, Passover, Pentecost and the Feast ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    The Fruit Of Discouragement

    Contributed by Brian Matherlee on Dec 9, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,717 views

    How negative attitutdes damage people

    THE FRUIT OF DISCOURAGEMENT May 17, 2009 Pastor Brian Matherlee What are the reasons for your discouragement? Perception that: • It’s taking too long (Abraham) • It’s not fair (Jonah) • I’m all alone (Elijah) • It’s not possible (Thomas) • Maybe they’re right (two blind men on the road in ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

  • Mark Evans avatar

    Catalyst For Hope

    Contributed by Mark Evans on Mar 9, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,370 views

    A Stimulus to Change; somebody or something that makes a change happen or brings about an event.

    Catalyst For Hope! The nightly newscasts are broadcasting messages that stir emotions of fear, doubt, and uncertainly. Let me encourage you to maintain a positive and realistic perspective. Choose To Be A Catalyst For Hope. A substance that increases the rate of a chemical reaction without ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Alvin Hathaway, Sr. avatar

    God Who Overcomes Series

    Contributed by Alvin Hathaway, Sr. on Mar 17, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,542 views

    In life there will be forces that seek to destroy, deny, or deter human and spirital potential, but the good news is that we serve a God who overcomes.

    God Who Overcomes Matthew 2:1-15 Matthew 2:15 “Out of Egypt I have called my son” After the joy of Christmas, after birth of Jesus, after the wise men and Sheppard’s, and after the angels sing, we encounter Herod’s diabolical plot to destroy the baby Jesus. This aspect of the story is ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Alvin Hathaway, Sr. avatar

    God Of The Overlooked Series

    Contributed by Alvin Hathaway, Sr. on Mar 17, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 10,196 views

    The God of the oppressed is also the God of the overlooked and that God’s love is encompassing, God’s love is embracing, and God’s love is enduring.

    God of the Overlooked Luke 2: 8-15 Luke 2:10 “I bring you good news of great joy” Over thirty years ago, Dr. James Cone, Professor at Union Theological Seminary in New York, wrote a breakthrough book in Black Theology called “God of the Oppressed.” This book catapulted Dr. Cone to the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • J. Allen Lucas avatar

    Conquering Your Mountain

    Contributed by J. Allen Lucas on Mar 25, 2009
    based on 22 ratings
     | 24,400 views

    By faith, we can conquer obstacles and foes, live righteously, receive blessings and promises from God.

    “Conquering Your Mountain” Joshua 14:12 Now therefore give me this mountain, whereof the LORD spake in that day; for thou heardest in that day how the Anakims were there, and that the cities were great and fenced: if so be the LORD will be with me, then I shall be able to drive them ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • J. Allen Lucas avatar

    Full Of Faith Series

    Contributed by J. Allen Lucas on Mar 25, 2009
    based on 15 ratings
     | 10,625 views

    In the hour we live in, we must be full of faith in order to overcome the obstacles we face.

    Full Of Faith Luke 18:8 … Nevertheless when the Son of man cometh, shall he find faith on the earth? There is no doubt that Jesus Christ is coming again but when He comes again will He find faith on the earth? This is a question that both challenges and convicts us. We need to be full of ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Scott Chambers avatar

    The Books Of Poetry Series

    Contributed by Scott Chambers on Apr 3, 2009
     | 3,965 views

    This message is a part of a series that surveys the entire Bible. It is based upon the study guide from an older Chuck Swindoll series. This message surveys Job-Song of Solomon.

    Last week the journey was quite bumpy as we studied the decline and fall of the Nation of Israel. Perhaps the saddest part of our study was found in the fact that Israel seemed to believe that since they were God’s chosen people nothing bad would happen to them. However, their disobedience and ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ