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    Dealing With Discouragement Series

    Contributed by Pat Damiani on Apr 6, 2015
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     | 13,778 views

    Nehemiah demonstrates how to deal with discouragement in our walk with Jesus.

    In general, I really enjoy doing projects around our house – especially those projects that give a sense of accomplishment once they are completed. Over the years Mary and I have taken on some pretty big projects. We’ve done significant landscaping work on at least 4 different houses ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    We Need To Commend Ourselves More Often.

    Contributed by Gordon Mcculloch on Oct 20, 2014
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    Do we deserve God's commendation for our services to him. Well based on Paul's converts at Thessalonica, I would say we do, because we love to serve the Lord in an age where it is unpopular and irrelevant, and to think of others before our ourselves.

    This sermon was delivered to St Oswald’s in Maybole, Ayrshire, Scotland on the 19th October 2014 (a Scottish Episcopal Church in the Dioceses of Glasgow and Dumfries). Summary: Do we deserve God's commendation for our services to him. Well based on Paul's converts at Thessalonica, I would ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal

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    Follow The Leader

    Contributed by Steve Malone on Mar 26, 2003
    based on 294 ratings
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    In the message we will see several characteristics of a great leader. (1 Thessalonians pt-2)

    "FOLLOW THE LEADER" I THESSALONIANS 2:1-12 THOMAS MONAGHAN IS FOUNDER , PRESIDENT AND CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER OF DOMINO’S PIZZA, INC. FROM 1970 - 1985, DOMINO’S GREW FROM A SMALL DEBT RIDDEN CHAIN TO THE SECOND LARGEST PIZZA COMPANY IN AMERICA, WITH SALES OVER A BILLION DOLLARS. WHEN ASKED ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Finding Common Ground

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
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    HOW TO FIND COMMON GROUND WITH DIFFICULT PEOPLE AND BE HAPPY REGARDLESS OF YOUR CIRCUMSTANCES Some people tend to lose sight of the importance of developing character qualities as taught by the Lord Jesus during His Sermon on the Mount.

    HOW TO FIND COMMON GROUND WITH DIFFICULT PEOPLE AND BE HAPPY REGARDLESS OF YOUR CIRCUMSTANCES Some people tend to lose sight of the importance of developing character qualities as taught by the Lord Jesus during His Sermon on the Mount. The following keys to happiness are especially valuable for ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Grace And Relationships Series

    Contributed by Martin Wiles on Jun 2, 2011
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    Paul deals with elements involved in building good relationships as well as elements that will destroy relationships.

    Romans 12:9-21 Introduction: A. Have you noticed that building and maintaining relationships is difficult and takes effort? B. I recall one emphasis Southern Baptists had entitled Building Witnessing Relationships. 1. It emphasized building relationship with unsaved people so they would know we ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Detained, But Not Defeated Series

    Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Apr 9, 2017
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    With Peter in prison, the church prayed continually for his release. When God answered their prayers, they lacked faith to believe. We can overcome in Christ, but we must possess faith to believe the Lord will provide.

    Detained but not Defeated Acts 12: 1-16 Our text deals with an intense time for the early church. God was clearly at work, and the church was growing. Thousands had been saved by the grace of God and the church’s influence was spreading. Such growth created much concern for the religious ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Process Of Growing Series

    Contributed by Victor Yap on Dec 1, 2007
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     | 4,719 views

    Thanksgiving

    THE PROCESS OF GROWING (2 THESSALONIANS 1:1-10) Robert Heilbroner suggests comparing one’s life with the daily experience of over a billion people worldwide to help us count our blessings: 1. Take out all the furniture in your home except for one table and a couple of chairs. Use blanket and pads ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Fear Of Persecution` Series

    Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Oct 18, 2019
     | 3,486 views

    We can overcome the fear of persecution by trusting God, trusting on our training, and equipping ourselves with his Word.

    INTRODUCTION • SLIDE #1 • Today we are going to examine another fear that can stop us in our tracks. • I am almost ashamed and almost decided not to cover this topic because of the fact as of now, in the United States, we have no clue what this looks like. • However, around the world, Christians ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    What’s Your Focus?

    Contributed by Howard Strickland on Oct 11, 2021
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    We all know what sins are, but let me focus for a moment on those hindrances. Hindrances (Weights) are those things that may not be sins, but still keep you from living a life totally surrendered to God.

    What’s Your Focus? Hebrews 12:1-2NKJV We all know what sins are, but let me focus for a moment on those hindrances. Hindrances (Weights) are those things that may not be sins, but still keep you from living a life totally surrendered to God. Imagine you are at a track meet, and they’re lining up ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Keep Your Eyes On Jesus PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 5, 2024
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     | 2,254 views

    This sermon explores the Christian journey, emphasizing the importance of perseverance, peace, and recognizing God's presence in our lives.

    Good morning, dear friends! Isn't it wonderful to gather together in this sacred sanctuary, to share in the divine fellowship that our Lord so graciously bestows upon us? As we open our hearts and minds to His word today, let us remember that we are not merely observers, but active participants in ...read more

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    A Wife For Andy Series

    Contributed by Bob Hostetler on Jun 6, 2002
    based on 34 ratings
     | 4,385 views

    This was a short message given following a video episode of The Andy Griffith Show as part of an unorthodox summer outreach message series

    The Virtue of Patience Introduction: There once was a man who prided himself on being extremely punctual. He followed a very precise routine every morning. His alarm went off at 6:30 a.m. He rose, shaved, showered, ate his breakfast, brushed his teeth, grabbed his briefcase, drove to the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Living In Step With The Spirit: How To Know The Will Of God

    Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Jul 5, 2022
     | 1,193 views

    "It was Christmas Eve 1875 and Ira Sankey was traveling on a Delaware River steamboat when he was recognized by some of the passengers. His picture had been in the newspaper because he was the song leader for the famous evangelist D.L. Moody..."

    "It was Christmas Eve 1875 and Ira Sankey was traveling on a Delaware River steamboat when he was recognized by some of the passengers. His picture had been in the newspaper because he was the song leader for the famous evangelist D.L. Moody. They asked him to sing one of his own hymns, but ...read more

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    Denomination: Salvation Army

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    Job!

    Contributed by Bala Samson on Feb 24, 2015
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     | 5,717 views

    Job, the ‘greatest’ of all the people was brought to be the least, so that he can become the ‘Best’ for the Lord!

    Least becomes the Best! Job 1:3”……this man (Job) was the greatest of all the people of the east.” We are on 40 days of fasting starting from February 24 to April 4, join us even if it is midway! Job, the ‘greatest’ of all the people was brought to be the ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Rock Group – The Stones Series

    Contributed by Thomas Swope on Dec 13, 2012
     | 5,868 views

    A study of the Gospel of Luke chapter 19 verses 29 through 40

    Luke 19: 29-40 The Rock Group – The Stones 29 And it came to pass, when He drew near to Bethphage and Bethany, at the mountain called Olivet, that He sent two of His disciples, 30 saying, “Go into the village opposite you, where as you enter you will find a colt tied, on which no one ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

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    What’s The Password Series

    Contributed by Thomas Swope on Oct 25, 2012
     | 9,342 views

    A study of the Gospel of Mark 11: 1 – 11

    Mark 11: 1 – 11 What’s The Password Now when they drew near Jerusalem, to Bethphage and Bethany, at the Mount of Olives, He sent two of His disciples; 2 and He said to them, “Go into the village opposite you; and as soon as you have entered it you will find a colt tied, on which ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel