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  • MELVIN MAUGHMER, JR. avatar

    Chosen

    Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Jun 12, 2003
    based on 107 ratings
     | 38,900 views

    You didn’t chose God but you have been chosen by God.

    “Chosen” John 15:16 says “Ye have not chosen me, but I have chosen you, and ordained you that ye should go and bring forth fruit, and that your fruit should remain: that whatsoever ye shall ask of theFather in my name, he may give it you.” Þ The Misconception: We believe that it was us that ...read more

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    Denomination: Apostolic

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    Staying Encouraged In Troubling Times

    Contributed by Greg Johnson on Jul 16, 2006
    based on 39 ratings
     | 10,363 views

    Just like the followers of Jesus’ day, we feel the pressures of troubling times in our day. We need to stay encouraged by the Word of God because it may get a lot worse before it gets any better.

    Staying Encouraged in Troubling Times By Greg Johnson http://www.lovinggodfellowship.org What a horrid week around the world that this 2nd week of July 2006 has been. There were terrorist train bombings in India that killed 200 and wounded 700. Three Israeli soldiers were captured and taken ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    I Am The True Vine - Part Ii Series

    Contributed by Chip Monck on Mar 27, 2006
    based on 5 ratings
     | 3,032 views

    This is the second of a four part look at Jesus teaching that He is the true vine. This message explores how God disciplines us when we are branches that do not bear fruit.

    Recap of message one - John 15 - Personal moment with Jesus and His disciples on the night of His betrayal. LET’S RESET THE STAGE FOR WHERE WE ARE - On the heels of the Triumphant Entry The Passover Feast Positioning for greatness in the kingdom Scene of confidence, power, and ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

  • Garth Wehrfritz- Hanson avatar

    The Gift Of Peace Series

    Contributed by Garth Wehrfritz- Hanson on May 11, 2004
    based on 47 ratings
     | 5,471 views

    A sermon exploring the biblical and contemporary meanings of peace.

    Sermon for 6 Easter Yr C, 16/05/2004 Based on Jn 14:27 By Garth Wehrfritz-Hanson Pastor of Grace Lutheran Church, & Chaplain of the Good Samaritan Society’s South Ridge Village, Medicine Hat, Alberta “The Gift Peace” A retired couple was alarmed by the threat of nuclear war so they undertook a ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • David Wilson avatar

    Emotions And Thoughts Need A Heavenly Focus

    Contributed by David Wilson on Jan 14, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,913 views

    A Bible Study from Colossians 3 regarding how believers ought to live.

    VERSES 1-4 (From the NIV) Since, then, you have been raised with Christ, set your hearts on things above, where Christ is seated at the right hand of God. Set your minds on things above, not on earthly things. For you died, and your life is now hidden with Christ in God. When Christ, who is your ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Friday - Following Revolutionaries Series

    Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Mar 23, 2010
     | 4,410 views

    Two revolutionaries stand before the people--Jesus and Barabbas. Barabbas represents a revolution by violence and power, and Jesus a revolution of love. The crowd chooses Barabbas

    Mark 15:1-20 “Friday—Following Revolutionaries” INTRODUCTION As a student of history and of people, I have often wondered why some people are attracted to groups and activities that are abhorrent to others. For example, why did the people of Germany elect Adolf Hitler to ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Whose Side Are We On?

    Contributed by Darryl Ward on Apr 9, 2017
     | 4,264 views

    Sermon for Palm Sunday

    Most of you will remember the 1981 Springbok Tour. For those here who were not living in Aotearoa New Zealand at the time, or were yet born, this was a time of tremendous social upheaval, which arose over a tour by the South African rugby team. Back then, South Africa was an international pariah, ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    What In The World Is Going On?

    Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Apr 10, 2013
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,008 views

    Three events that have happened from Feb 2013-April 2013 1. World Beginning To Unit to a Sp. Leader 2. Israel's Promise Land Eroding 3. WWIII Threat 4. Sp. Decay

    2 Thessalonians 2:9–12 (AV) 9 Even him, whose coming is after the working of Satan with all power and signs and lying wonders, 10 And with all deceivableness of unrighteousness in them that perish; because they received not the love of the truth, that they might be saved. 11 And for this ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Are We Ready For Him? Series

    Contributed by Dev Prasad Cruz on Oct 3, 2013
     | 3,364 views

    “If Jesus is coming down now, Are we ready for Him?!”

    Last night in the midst of silence and darkness I heard a distinct whisper “If I am to Come Down now, are you Ready?” In the continuing disappearance of the shrill night that raised a thousand questions that scorched me in acute embarrassment as I bewilderingly realized confessing to my ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    How To Become Upwardly Mobile

    Contributed by Bryan Beverly on Sep 15, 2014
     | 5,467 views

    This text reminds us that exercising faith in Christ make all of the difference; faith is not just a noun but also serves as a verb.

    One day Peter and John were going up to the temple at the hour of prayer, at three o’clock in the afternoon. 2) And a man lame from birth was being carried in. People would lay him daily at the gate of the temple called the Beautiful Gate so that he could ask for alms from those entering the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    God Is Light

    Contributed by Bala Samson on Jun 6, 2020
     | 4,415 views

    The world is boiling today because they are in deep darkness and they prefer that, read: For everyone who does evil hates the Light, and does not come to the Light for fear that his deeds will be exposed.”(John 3:20)Are you listening?

    GOD IS LIGHT Isaiah 60:2"For behold, darkness will cover the earth And deep darkness the peoples; But the LORD will rise upon you And His glory will appear upon you.” Darkness: The words ‘people are in DEEP DARKNESS’ touched my heart, yes, darkness cover the earth but the people are in deep ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Rev. Samuel Arimoro avatar

    When And When Not To Keep Secrets Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Apr 12, 2025
     | 256 views

    Secrets are a part of life. People confide in one another for support, safety, and counsel. In relationships, ministry, and leadership, the ability to keep or disclose a secret appropriately is a sign of wisdom and maturity.

    WHEN AND WHEN NOT TO KEEP SECRETS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Proverbs 11:13 "A gossip betrays a confidence, but a trustworthy person keeps a secret." Supporting Texts: Ecclesiastes 3:7, Proverbs 25:9, Luke 12:2-3, James 5:16, Matthew 18:15 INTRODUCTION: Secrets are a part of ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Dr. Bradford Reaves avatar

    Modern Satanism - Part 1: Media, Education, Entertainment, & Culture Series

    Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on May 9, 2025
     | 150 views

    The battle between good and evil is not just taking place in unseen realms—it is unfolding right before our eyes. And it is taking place in media, education, entertainment, and culture.

    Modern Satanism - Part 1: Media, Education, Entertainment, & Culture April 6, 2025 Dr. Bradford Reaves Crossway Christian Fellowship 1 Corinthians 4:4 Introduction: The Rise of Satanic Influence in Modern Culture Church, I want to begin today by stating something that has become more and more ...read more

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    Denomination: Brethren

  • Dean Courtier avatar

    Unveiling The Mystery: Who Are The Sons Of God In Genesis 6? Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jan 7, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 621 views

    Genesis 6:1-4 introduces the enigmatic "sons of God" and their union with the "daughters of men," leading to the birth of the Nephilim.

    Unveiling the Mystery: Who Are the Sons of God in Genesis 6? Introduction Today, we delve into one of the most intriguing passages in the Bible: Genesis 6:1-4. This scripture introduces the enigmatic "sons of God" and their union with the "daughters of men," leading to the ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Rev. Samuel Arimoro avatar

    Handling Offences And Conflicts In Ministry

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 8, 2025
     | 70 views

    Jesus acknowledged that offences would come, but He also gave us practical steps for dealing with them. Ministry is about relationships—between us and God, and between us and others. If these relationships are not properly maintained, the work of God can be hindered.

    HANDLING OFFENCES AND CONFLICTS IN MINISTRY By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Matthew 18:15-17 Supporting Texts: Proverbs 19:11, Colossians 3:13, Romans 12:18, James 1:19-20 INTRODUCTION: Offences and conflicts are inevitable in life, and especially within ministry. When people of different ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God